2002 Honda Accord Sedan Owners Manual

The childproof door locks are designed to prevent children seated in the rear from accidentally opening the rear doors. Each rear door has a lock lever near the edge. With the lever in the LOCK position, the door cannot be opened from the inside regardless of the position of the lock tab. To open the door, pull the lock tab up and use the outside door handle.

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You can open the trunk in three ways:

MMAASSTTEERR KKEEYY To close the trunk, press down on the trunk lid.

Pull the trunk release handle to the left of the driver’s seat. Use the master key to open the trunk lock. The valet key does not work in this lock. Press the trunk release button on the remote transmitter. (EX and EX V-6 models only)

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Keys and Locks

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To protect items in the trunk when you need to give the key to someone else:

1.

Lock the trunk release handle with the master key. Also make sure the trunk pass-through cover is locked (see page

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).

2.

Give the person the valet key.

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Emergency Trunk Opener

To open the trunk, push the release lever to the left.

Parents should decide if their children should be shown how to use this feature.

For more information about child safety, see page

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U.S.modelsonly As a safety feature, your car has a release lever on the trunk latch so the trunk can be opened from the inside.

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Glove Box

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Open the glove box by squeezing the handle. Close it with a firm push. Lock or unlock the glove box with the master key.

The glove box light comes on only when the instrument panel lights are on.

Keys and Locks

An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt.

Always keep the glove box closed while driving.

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Seat Adjustments

All V-6 models, and the 4-cylinder EX model with leather interior have a power adjustable driver’s seat.

Front Seat Adjustments

The EX V-6 model also has a power adjustable passenger’s seat (See page

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).

The U.S. SE and 4-cylinder EX models without leather interior have a power seat bottom height adjustment. All other seat adjustments in these models are manual.

The DX Value Package, LX, SE and 4-cylinder models in the U.S. and the LX, SE, and EX models in Canada have manual seat adjustments (see next column).

The front passenger’s seat in all 4-cylinder models, the U.S. LX V-6, and the Canadian type SE V-6
models adjusts manually.

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To change the angle of the seat-back, pull up on the lever on the outside of the seat bottom. Move the seat-back to the desired position and release the lever. Let the seat-back latch in the new position.

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Seepages forimportantsafety informationandwarningsabouthowto properlypositionseatsandseat-backs. Adjust the seat before you start driving. To adjust the seat forward and backward, pull up on the lever under the seat cushion’s front edge. Move the seat to the desired position and release the lever. Try to move the seat to make sure it is locked in position.

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Driver’s Seat Manual Height Adjustment

Driver’s Seat Power Height Adjustment

Seat Adjustments

OnSEandLXmodels The height of your driver’s seat is adjustable. Turn the front dial on the outside of the seat cushion to raise the front of the seat bottom and turn the rear dial to raise the rear.

OnU.S.EXmodelswithoutleatherand U.S.SEmodels The height of your driver’s seat is power adjustable. Pull up on the switch to raise the seat. Push it down to lower the seat.

Make all adjustments before you start driving.

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Seat Adjustments

Driver’s Seat Full Power Adjustments OnallV-6models,andthe4-cylinderEX modelwithleatherinterior Seepages forimportantsafety informationandwarningsabouthowto properlypositionseatsandseat-backs.

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The two power seat adjustment switches are on the outside edge of the seat bottom. The horizontal switch adjusts the seat bottom in several directions. The short vertical switch adjusts the seat-back angle.

You can adjust the seat with the ignition switch in any position. Make all adjustments before you start driving.

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Push the horizontal switch forward or backward to move the seat forward or backward.

Pull up or push down on the front of the switch to move the seat bottom’s front edge up or down. Pull up or push down on the rear of the switch to move the rear of the seat bottom up or down.

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Pull the center of the horizontal switch up to raise the seat. Push it down to lower the seat.

Adjust the seat-back angle by pushing the rear switch in the direction you want to move.

Seat Adjustments

Driver’s Lumbar Support

OnU.S.EXandallEXV-6models Vary the lumbar support by moving the lever on the right side of the seat-back. Pivot the lever forward until it stops, then let it return. Doing this several times adjusts the lumbar support through its full range.

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Seat Adjustments

Front Passenger’s Seat Adjustments

Head Restraints

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Seepage forimportantsafety informationandawarningabouthowto properlypositiontheheadrestraints.

OnEXV-6model The seat adjustment switches are on the outside edge of the seat bottom. Push the long horizontal switch forward or backward to move the seat bottom in that direction.

Adjust the seat-back angle by pushing the vertical switch in the direction you want to move.

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The front head restraints help protect you and your passenger from whiplash and other injuries. They are most effective when you adjust them so the back of the occupant’s head rests against the center of the restraint. A taller person should adjust the restraint as high as possible.

The front head restraints adjust for height. You need both hands to adjust the restraint. Do not attempt to adjust it while driving. To raise it, pull upward. To lower the restraint, push the release button sideways and push the restraint down.

To remove a head restraint for cleaning or repair, pull it up as far as it will go. Push the release button and pull the restraint out of the seat- back.

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Folding Rear Seat

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Seat Adjustments

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The back of the rear seat folds down, giving you direct access to the trunk. The seat-back can be released from inside the car or inside the trunk.

When storing cargo, you can move the rear center shoulder belt out of the way by removing the belt from the guide.

To fold down the seat-back from inside the car, insert the master key in the lock on the rear shelf. Turn the key clockwise, pull down the top of the seat-back, then release the key.

To release the seat-back from inside the trunk, pull the release loop under the trunk panel.

To lock the seat-back upright, push it firmly against the trunk panel. Make sure it is latched in place by pulling on the top of the seat.

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Seat Adjustments

Make sure all rear shoulder belts are positioned in front of the rear seat- back whenever the seat-back is in its upright position.

Never drive with the seat-back folded down and the trunk lid open. See on page

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Make sure all items in the trunk, or items extending through the opening into the back seat, are secured. Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you have to brake hard. See 204

Carrying Cargo

on page

Rear Seat Armrest OnallmodelsexceptU.S.DXandValue Package

The rear seat armrest is located at the center of the rear seat. Pivot it down to use it.

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TrunkPass-throughCover

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For security, this cover can be locked and unlocked only with the master key. To lock the cover, insert the key and turn it clockwise.

Seat Adjustments

Never drive with this cover open and the trunk lid open. See page

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The pass-through cover can be opened from either side; it folds forward onto the center armrest. Open the cover by sliding the knob downward and pushing or pulling on the cover. To close the cover, swing it up and push firmly on the top. Make sure it latches properly. Make sure all items in the trunk and those extending through the pass- through are secured.

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Seat Heaters

OnCanadianSE,EXV-6modelsandEX modelwithleatherinterior Both front seats are equipped with seat heaters. The ignition must be ON (II) to use them. Push the right side of the switch, HI, to rapidly heat up the seat. After the seat reaches a comfortable temperature, select LO by pushing the left side of the switch. This will keep the seat warm.

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The HI or LO indicator lights and remains lit until you turn it off by pushing the opposite side of the switch lightly. The indicator will turn off.

In HI, the heater turns off when the seat gets warm, and turns back on after the seat’s temperature drops. It continues to cycle as long as you leave it set on HI. The HI indicator remains lit as a reminder that you have the heater on.

In LO, the heater runs continuously. It does not cycle with temperature changes.

Follow these precautions whenever you use the seat heaters:

Use the HI setting only to heat the seats quickly. Select the LO setting when the seats feel warm. The HI setting draws large amounts of current from the battery.

Do not use the seat heaters, even on the LO setting, if the engine is left idling for an extended period. They can weaken the battery, causing hard starting.

Because of the sensors for the side airbag system, there is no heater in the passenger’s seat-back.

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OnallmodelsexceptU.S.DXandValue Package Your car’s windows are electrically- powered. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) to raise or lower any window.

Each door has a switch that controls its window. To open the window, push the switch down and hold it. Release the switch when you want the window to stop. Close the window by pushing the switch up and holding it.

Power Windows

Closing a power window on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury.

Make sure your passengers are away from the windows before closing them.

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DDRRIIVVEERR’’SS WWIINNDDOOWW SSWWIITTCCHH The driver’s door armrest has a master power window control panel. To open any of the passengers’ win- dows, push down on the appropriate switch and hold it down until the window reaches the desired position. To close the window, pull back on the window switch. Release the switch when the window gets to the position you want.

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Power Windows, Moonroof

The master control panel also con- tains these extra features:

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AUTO To open the driver’s window fully, push the window switch firmly down and release it. The window automatically goes all the way down. To stop the window from going all the way down, pull back on the window switch briefly.

To open the driver’s window only partially, push the window switch down lightly and hold it. The window will stop as soon as you release the switch.

The AUTO function only works to lower the driver’s window. To raise the window, you must pull back on the window switch and hold it until the window reaches the desired position.

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The MAIN switch controls power to the passengers’ windows. With this switch off, the passengers’ windows cannot be raised or lowered. The MAIN switch does not affect the driver’s window. Keep the MAIN switch off when you have children in the car so they do not injure them- selves by operating the windows unintentionally.

The power window system has a key- off delay function. The windows will still operate for up to ten minutes after you turn off the ignition. Opening either front door cancels the delay function. You must turn the ignition switch ON (II) again before you can raise or lower the windows.

Moonroof

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OnU.S.EXandallSEandEXV-6
models The moonroof has two positions: it can be tilted up in the back for ventilation, or it can be slid back into the roof. Use the switch under the left dashboard vent to operate the moonroof. The ignition switch must be ON (II).

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Power Windows, Moonroof

The master control panel also con- tains these extra features:

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AUTO To open the driver’s window fully, push the window switch firmly down and release it. The window automatically goes all the way down. To stop the window from going all the way down, pull back on the window switch briefly.

To open the driver’s window only partially, push the window switch down lightly and hold it. The window will stop as soon as you release the switch.

The AUTO function only works to lower the driver’s window. To raise the window, you must pull back on the window switch and hold it until the window reaches the desired position.

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The MAIN switch controls power to the passengers’ windows. With this switch off, the passengers’ windows cannot be raised or lowered. The MAIN switch does not affect the driver’s window. Keep the MAIN switch off when you have children in the car so they do not injure them- selves by operating the windows unintentionally.

The power window system has a key- off delay function. The windows will still operate for up to ten minutes after you turn off the ignition. Opening either front door cancels the delay function. You must turn the ignition switch ON (II) again before you can raise or lower the windows.

Moonroof

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OnU.S.EXandallSEandEXV-6
models The moonroof has two positions: it can be tilted up in the back for ventilation, or it can be slid back into the roof. Use the switch under the left dashboard vent to operate the moonroof. The ignition switch must be ON (II).

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The moonroof has a key-off delay. You can still open and close the moonroof for up to ten minutes after you turn off the ignition. The key-off delay cancels as soon as you open either front door. You must then turn the ignition ON (II) for the moonroof to operate.

If you try to open the moonroof in below-f reezing temperatures, or when it is covered with snow or ice, you can damage the moonroof panel or motor.

To tilt up the back of the moonroof, press and hold the center button ). To close the moonroof, press and hold the top of the switch ). To open the moonroof, press and hold the bottom of the switch ( when the moonroof gets to the desired position. Make sure everyone’s hands are away from the moonroof before opening or closing it.

). Release the switch

Opening or closing the moonroof on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury.

Make sure all hands and fingers are clear of the moonroof before opening or closing it.

Moonroof, Mirrors

Mirrors

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Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. Be sure to adjust the mirrors before you start driving.

The inside mirror has day and night positions. The night position reduces glare from headlights behind you. Flip the tab on the bottom edge of the mirror to select the day or night position.

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The moonroof has a key-off delay. You can still open and close the moonroof for up to ten minutes after you turn off the ignition. The key-off delay cancels as soon as you open either front door. You must then turn the ignition ON (II) for the moonroof to operate.

If you try to open the moonroof in below-f reezing temperatures, or when it is covered with snow or ice, you can damage the moonroof panel or motor.

To tilt up the back of the moonroof, press and hold the center button ). To close the moonroof, press and hold the top of the switch ). To open the moonroof, press and hold the bottom of the switch ( when the moonroof gets to the desired position. Make sure everyone’s hands are away from the moonroof before opening or closing it.

). Release the switch

Opening or closing the moonroof on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury.

Make sure all hands and fingers are clear of the moonroof before opening or closing it.

Moonroof, Mirrors

Mirrors

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Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. Be sure to adjust the mirrors before you start driving.

The inside mirror has day and night positions. The night position reduces glare from headlights behind you. Flip the tab on the bottom edge of the mirror to select the day or night position.

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Mirrors

AdjustingthePowerMirrors

1.

Turn the ignition switch ON (II).

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2.

Move the selector switch to L (driver’s side) or R (passenger’s side).

OnallmodelsexceptU.S.DXandValue Package Adjust the outside mirrors with the adjustment switch on the driver’s door armrest:

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3.

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When you finish, move the selector switch to the center (off) position. This turns off the adjustment switch so you can’t move a mirror out of position by accidentally bumping the switch.

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Parking Brake

Mirrors, Parking Brake

Driving the car with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles.

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OnallCanadianmodels The outside mirrors are heated to re- move fog and frost. With the ignition switch ON (II), turn on the heaters by pressing the button. The light in the button comes on as a reminder. Press the button again to turn the heaters off.

To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up fully. To release it, pull up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever. The parking brake light on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released with the engine running (see page

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1:06 would RESET to 1:00. 1:52 would RESET to 2:00.

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Digital Clock

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The digital clock displays the time with the ignition switch in any position. To set the clock:

1.

2.

Press and hold the H button until the hour advances to the desired time.

Press and hold the M button until the numbers advance to the desired time.

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Console Compartment

Coin Box

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Console Compartment, Coin Box

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To open the console compartment, pull up on the lower lever and lift the lid.

To close, lower the lid and push it down until it latches.

You can put small items in the tray located in the console compartment lid. To use the tray, pull up on the upper lever and lift up the armrest pad.

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The coin box is located under the air vent. To open the coin box, pull the bottom edge. Close it with a firm push.

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Beverage Holder

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To open the beverage holder, push on the top. The beverage holder lid is spring-loaded and will swing open. To close it, push it down until it latches.

The inner liner can be removed if you want to hold a larger cup.

Be careful when you are using the beverage holder. A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers. Spilled liquids can also damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in the interior.

OnallmodelsexceptU.S.DXandValue Packagemodels The rear seat also has a beverage holder in the center armrest. To use it, pivot the armrest down.

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Sun Visor

Make sure you put the sun visor back in place when you are getting into or out of the car. Do not use the sun visor extension over the rear view mirror.

Vanity Mirror

Sun Visor, Vanity Mirror

To use the sun visor, pull it down. You can also use the sun visor at the side window. Remove the support rod from the clip and swing the sun visor toward the side window. In this position, the sun visor can be extended by sliding out the extension.

To use a vanity mirror on the back of the sun visor, pull up the cover.

All models except the U.S. DX and Value Package models have lighted vanity mirrors.

The light beside the mirror comes on only when the headlight switch is in one of the on positions.

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Sunglasses Holder, Accessory Power Socket

Sunglasses Holder

Accessory Power Socket

OnallmodelsexceptU.S.DXandValue Package To open the sunglasses holder, push on the front edge. It will unlatch and swing down. To close it, push it until it latches. Make sure the holder is closed while you are driving.

Some larger styles of sunglasses may not fit in the holder.

To use the accessory power socket, pull out on the cover. The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II).

This socket is intended to supply power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less (10
amps).

It will not power an automotive type cigarette lighter element.

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Ceiling Light

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The ceiling light has a three-position switch. In the OFF position, the light does not come on. In the center position, the ceiling light comes on when you open any door.

U.S.DX,ValuePackage,LX,LXV-6and allSEmodels The light goes out when all doors are closed.

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After all doors are closed tightly, the light dims slightly, then fades out in about 10 seconds. In the ON position, the ceiling light stays on continuously.

The ceiling light (with the switch in the center position) also comes on when you unlock the door with the remote transmitter (see page ). The light fades out after both doors are closed.

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Interior Lights

Spotlights

OnallmodelsexceptU.S. DXandValue Package Turn on the spotlight by pushing the button next to each light. Push the button again to turn it off. You can use the spotlights at all times.

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Interior Lights

Courtesy Lights

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Your car also has a courtesy light in the ignition switch. This light comes on when you open the driver’s door. It remains on for several seconds after the door is closed.

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OnallmodelsexceptU.S.DXandValue Package Each door has a courtesy light. This light comes on when you open the door.

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Comfort and Convenience Features

Heating and Cooling

What Each Control Does How to Use the System To Turn Everything Off

Climate Control System

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Fully-automatic Operation Semi-automatic Operation Sunlight Sensor/

Temperature Sensor

Audio System (DX)

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Player

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Indications

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Audio System

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Operating the Cassette

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Tape Search Functions Caring for the Cassette

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Player

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Audio System (U.S. EX,

Canada EX-L and EX V-6)

Operating the Radio Adjusting the Sound Audio System Lighting Operating the Cassette

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Indications

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Audio System (U.S. Value

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Adjusting the Sound Radio Frequencies Radio Reception Operating the CD Player Operating the Optional CD

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Changer

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Indications

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Operating the Cassette

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Caring for the Cassette

Player

Remote Audio Controls Theft Protection

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Transceiver

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Heating and Cooling

ExceptEXV-6model Proper use of the Heating and Cooling system can make the interior dry and comfortable, and keep the windows clear for best visibility.

If your car does not have air conditioning, it can be installed at any time. Your dealer can install a genuine Honda air conditioning system that meets Honda’s high quality standards and is designed to exactly fit your car. Please contact your dealer for more information.

What Each Control Does

Fan Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise increases the fan’s speed, which increases air flow.

Temperature Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise increases the temperature of the air flow.

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Air Conditioning (A/C) Button Air Conditioning is optional on the U.S. DX model. This button turns the air condi- tioning ON and OFF. The indicator above the button lights when the A/C is on.

Rear Window Defogger Button This button turns the rear window defogger on and off (see page 68
).

Recirculation Button This button controls the source of the air going into the system. When the indicator above this button is lit, air from the car’s interior is sent through the system again (Recircula- tion mode). When the indicator is off, air is brought in from outside the car (Fresh Air mode).

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Mode Buttons Use the MODE buttons to select the vents the air flows from. Some air will flow from the dashboard corner vents in all modes.

Air flows from the center and corner vents in the dashboard.

Air flow is divided between the vents in the dashboard and the floor vents.

Air flows from the floor

vents.

Air flow is divided between

the floor vents and the defroster vents at the base of the windshield.

Air flows from the defroster vents at the base of the windshield. When you select the system automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A/C.

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Heating and Cooling

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Heating and Cooling

Vent Controls

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The direction of air flow from the vents in the center and each side of the dashboard is adjustable.

To adjust the air flow from the center vent, move the tab up-and- down and side-to-side.

On the driver’s-side vent, move the vent up-and-down and move the tab side-to-side. On the passenger’s-side vent, move the tab up-and-down and move the vent side-to-side.

The vents in the corners of the dashboard can be opened and closed with the dials underneath them.

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How to Use the System This section covers how to set up the system controls for ventilation, heating, cooling, dehumidifying, and defrosting.

The engine must be running for the heater and air conditioning to generate hot and cold air. The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air. If the engine is cold, it will be several minutes before you feel warm air coming from the system. The air conditioning does not rely on engine temperature.

It is best to leave the system in Fresh Air mode under almost all conditions. Keeping the system in Recirculation mode, particularly with the A/C off, can cause the windows to fog up. Switch to Recirculation mode when you are driving through smoky or dusty conditions, then switch back to Fresh Air mode when the condition clears.

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The outside air intakes for the heating and cooling system are at the base of the windshield. Keep these clear of leaves and other debris.

Ventilation The flow-through ventilation system draws in outside air, circulates it through the interior, then exhausts it through vents near the rear window.

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Turn the temperature control dial all the way to the left. Make sure the A/C is off. Select Set the fan to the desired speed.

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Turn on the A/C by pressing the button. The light above the button should come on when a fan speed is selected. Make sure the temperature control dial is set to maximum cool. Select If the outside air is humid, select Recirculation mode. If the outside air is dry, select Fresh Air mode. Set the fan to the desired speed.

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If the interior is very warm from being parked in the sun, you can cool it down more rapidly by setting up the controls this way:

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Start the engine. Turn on the A/C by pressing the button. Make sure the tempera- ture control dial is set to maximum cool. Set the fan to maximum speed. Open the windows partially. Select

and Fresh Air mode.

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When the interior has cooled down to a more comfortable temperature, close the windows and set the controls as described for normal cooling.

) when driving in stop-and-go

Air conditioning places an extra load on the engine. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 61
traffic or climbing a long, steep hill. If it moves near the red zone, turn off the A/C until the gauge reads normally.

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ToHeat To warm the interior:

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and Fresh Air mode.

Start the engine. Select Set the fan to the desired speed. Adjust the warmth of the air with the temperature control dial.

ToHeatandDehumidifywithAir Conditioning Air conditioning, as it cools, removes moisture from the air. When used in combination with the heater, it makes the interior warm and dry.

1. 2. 3. 4.

Switch the fan on. Turn on the air conditioning. Select Adjust the temperature control dial so the mixture of heated and cooled air feels comfortable.

and Fresh Air mode.

This setting is suitable for all driving conditions whenever the outside temperature is above 32°F (0°C).

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ToDefogandDefrost To remove fog from the inside of the windows:

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Switch the fan on. Select When you select system automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A/C. Adjust the temperature control dial so the air flow from the defroster vents feels warm. Turn on the rear window defogger to help clear the rear window.

When you switch to another mode from Press the A/C button to turn it off.

, the A/C stays on.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstThese settings direct all the air flow to the defroster vents at the base of the windshield and the side window defroster vents. The air flow will get warmer and clear the windows faster as the engine warms up. You can close the side vents with the dial underneath each vent. This will send more warm air to the windshield defroster vents.

For safety, make sure you have a clear view through all the windows before driving away.

To Turn Everything Off To shut off the system temporarily, turn the fan speed and temperature control dials all the way to the left.

You should shut the system completely off only for the first few minutes of driving in cold weather, until the engine coolant warms up enough to operate the heater. Keep the fan on at all other times so stale air does not build up in the interior.

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To remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield and side windows after the car has been sitting out in cold weather:

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Start the engine. Select When you select system automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A/C. Switch the fan and temperature controls to maximum.

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To rapidly remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield (on very cold days), first select the Recirculation mode. Once the windshield is clear, select the Fresh Air mode to avoid fogging the windows.

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OnlyonEXV-6model The automatic climate control system in your Honda picks the proper combination of air condi- tioning, heating, and ventilation to maintain the interior temperature you select. The system also adjusts the fan speed and air flow levels.

The direction of air flow from the vents in the center and each side of the dashboard is adjustable.

The climate control system draws air through the exterior vents at the bottom of the windshield. Keep these vents clear of leaves and other debris.

For the climate control system to provide heating and cooling, the engine must be running.

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To adjust the air flow from the center vent, move the tab up-and- down and side-to-side.

On the driver’s-side vent, move the vent up-and-down and move the tab side-to-side. On the passenger’s-side vent, move the tab up-and-down and move the vent side-to-side.

The side vents can be opened and closed with the dials underneath them.

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Fully-automatic Operation To put the Automatic Climate Control in fully-automatic mode, press the AUTO button and set the fan control dial to AUTO, then set the desired temperature by turning the temperature control dial. You will see FULL AUTO in the system’s display. The light above the

button also shows you which mode, Recirculation or Fresh Air, is selected.

The system automatically selects the proper mix of conditioned and/or heated air that will, as quickly as possible, raise or lower the interior temperature from its current level to the set temperature.

When you set the temperature to its lower limit (60°F/18°C) or its upper limit (90°F/32°C), the system runs at full cooling or heating only. It does not regulate the interior temperature. When the temperature is set

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between the lower and upper limits, the system regulates the interior temperature to the set value.

In cold weather, the fan will not come on automatically until the car has been driven for a short time and the heater starts to develop warm air.

Pressing the OFF button shuts the climate control system completely off. Keep the system completely off only for short periods. To keep stale air and mustiness from collecting, you should have the fan running at all times.

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Semi-automatic Operation You can manually select various functions of the Climate Control system when it is in FULL AUTO. All other features remain auto- matically controlled. Making any manual selection causes the word FULL to go out.

AirConditioning(A/C)Button Press the A/C button to turn the air conditioning on and off. You will see A/C ON or A/C OFF in the display.

When you turn the A/C off, the sys- tem cannot regulate the inside tem- perature if you set the dial below the outside temperature. With the A/C on, use the temperature control dial to adjust the temperature of the air flow to a comfortable setting.

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RecirculationButton This button controls the source of the air going into the system. When the indicator above this button is lit, air from the car’s interior is sent through the system again (Recircula- tion mode). When the indicator is off, air is brought in from outside the car (Fresh Air mode). You can, for example, manually put the system in recirculation mode when driving through an area of smoke or fumes.

FanControlDial You can manually select the fan speed by turning the fan control dial. When you turn the dial clockwise, the fan is taken out of automatic mode and starts to run at its lowest speed. Turning the dial fully clockwise increases the fan’s speed, which increases air flow.

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ModeButton Use the MODE button to select the vents the air flows from. Some air will flow from the dashboard corner vents in all modes. Each time you press the MODE button, the display shows the mode selected. Press the button four times to see all the modes.

Some air will come out of the side vents in all modes.

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The main air flow is divided

between the floor vents and de- froster vents at the base of the wind- shield.

The main air flow comes

from the floor vents.

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between the dashboard vents and the floor vents.

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from the dashboard vents.

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The button directs the main air flow to the windshield for faster defrosting. It also overrides any MODE selection you may have made.

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When you select turns on automatically and the system selects Fresh Air mode. For faster defrosting, manually set the fan speed to high. You can also increase air flow to the windshield by closing the side vents in the dashboard.

When you turn off by pressing the button again, the system returns to its former settings.

RearWindowDefoggerButton This button turns the rear window ). defogger on and off (see page

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The climate control system has two sensors. A sunlight sensor is located in the top of the dashboard and a temperature sensor is next to the steering column. Do not cover the sensors or spill any liquid on them.

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AM/FM/Cassette Stereo Audio System ForU.S.DXmodel Your Honda’s audio system provides clear reception on both AM and FM bands, while the preset buttons allow you to easily select your favorite stations.

The cassette system features Dolby noise reduction, automatic sensing of chromium-dioxide (CrO ) tape, and auto-reverse for continuous play.

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license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpo- ration. ‘‘DOLBY’’ and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories

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Operating the Radio The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) to operate the audio system. Turn the system on by pushing the PWR/ VOL knob. Adjust the volume by turning the PWR/VOL knob.

The band and frequency that the radio was last tuned to is displayed. To change bands, press the AM/FM button. On the FM band, ST will be displayed if the station is broadcast- ing in stereo. Stereo reproduction on AM is not available.

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The SEEK function

SEEK searches the band for a station with a strong signal. To activate it, push the SEEK switch up or down, then release it. Depending on which way you push the switch, the system scans upward or downward from the current frequency. It stops when it finds a station with a strong signal.

You can use any of four methods to find radio stations on the selected band: TUNE, SEEK, SCAN or the Preset buttons.

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Use the TUNE bar to tune

TUNE the radio to a desired frequency. Press the upper part ( ) to tune to a higher frequency, or the lower part ( frequency. The frequency numbers will start to change rapidly. Release the bar when the display reaches the desired frequency. To change the frequency in small increments, press and release the TUNE bar quickly.

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SCAN samples all the stations with strong signals on the selected band. To activate it, press the SCAN button, then release it. The system will scan up the band for a station with a strong signal. When it finds one, it will stop and play that station for approximately five seconds. If you do nothing, the system will then scan for the next strong station and play that for five seconds. When it plays a station that you want to continue listening to, press the SCAN button again.

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Preset frequencies of your favorite radio stations in the six preset buttons. Each button will store one frequency on the AM band, and two frequencies on the FM band.

To store a frequency:

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Select the desired band, AM or FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store two frequencies with each Preset button.

Use the TUNE or SEEK function to tune the radio to a desired station.

Pick the Preset button you want for that station. Press the button and hold it until you hear a beep.

Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store a total of six stations on AM and twelve on FM.

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Once a station’s frequency is stored, simply press and release the proper preset button to tune to it.

The preset frequencies will be lost if your car’s battery goes dead, is disconnected, or the radio fuse is removed.

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Adjusting the Sound Balance/Fader controls adjust the strength of the sound coming from each speaker. The Balance control adjusts the side- to-side strength, while the Fader control adjusts the front-to-back strength.

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To adjust the fader, push on the BASS/FADER control knob to get it to pop out. Pull it out slightly farther, and adjust the front-to-back sound to your liking. Push the knob back in when you are done so you cannot change the setting by accidentally bumping it.

To adjust the balance, push on the TREBLE/BALANCE control knob to get it to pop out. Pull it out slightly farther, and adjust the side-to-side sound to your liking. Push the knob back in when you are done so you cannot change the setting by accidentally bumping it.

Treble/Bass to adjust the tone to your liking.

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To adjust the Treble level, push on the TREBLE/BALANCE control knob to get it to pop out. Without pulling it out farther, turn the knob to adjust the treble level. Push the knob back in when you are done so you cannot change the setting by accidentally bumping it.

To adjust the Bass level, push on the