2006 Honda Accord Sedan Owners Manual

Satellite radio is available in U.S. models only.

U.S. EX-L and EX-V6
without Navigation System

CATEGORY/CHANNEL MODE INDICATOR

SAT RADIO BUTTON

DISP BUTTON

U.S. EX-L and EX-V6
with Navigation System

CATEGORY/CHANNEL MODE INDICATOR

SAT RADIO BUTTON SCAN BUTTON

AUDIO DISPLAY BUTTON

SEEK/ SKIP/ BAR

SCAN BUTTON

TUNE BAR

PRESET BARS

SEEK/ SKIP/ BAR

PWR/VOL KNOB

PWR/VOL KNOB

SCAN ICON

TUNE KNOB

PRESET ICONS

MODE ICON

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Playing the XM Satellite Radio

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DISP ForVehicleswithNavigationSystem Press and release this button to change the display. The display will change in the following sequence: channel name, channel number, category, artist name, and music title.

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To Play XM Satellite Radio The ignition must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. Turn the system on:

ForVehicleswithNavigationSystem Push any of the following: PWR/ VOL knob, the CD/AUX XM, or AUDIO button.

VehicleswithoutNavigationSystem Push any of the following: PWR/ VOL knob or the CD/AUX XM button.

Turn the PWR/VOL knob to adjust the volume.

To Select a Channel When in the satellite radio mode, you can use any of three methods to find channels: TUNE, SEEK/SKIP (CATEGORY), and SCAN.

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TUNE ForVehicleswithNavigationSystem Turn the TUNE knob to change channels. Turn the knob right for higher numbered channels and left for lower numbered channels. VehicleswithoutNavigationSystem Press the TUNE bar to change channel selections. Press higher numbered channels and

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Playing the XM Satellite Radio

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SEEK/SKIP (CATEGORY) seek/skip function selects the various categories in XM, such as Jazz/Blues, Rock, Classical, etc. Push the to change the category forward. Push the to change the category backward. To search for channels within a category, turn the TUNE knob clockwise or press the TUNE bar

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The scan function samples

SCAN all channels for 5 seconds. To activate the function, push the SCAN button. Push it again to get out of the sequence.

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Each preset icon or button

Preset can store one channel in XM1 and one in XM2. 1.

Push the CD/AUX XM button. (You will see XM1 or XM2.) Use the TUNE, SEEK or SCAN function to tune the radio to a desired channel. Pick a preset icon or button and hold it until you hear a beep. Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store a total of six stations on XM1 and XM2.

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ForVehicleswithNavigationSystem Once your XM channels are preset, pressing the CH DISC button will select your preset channels.

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Playing the XM Satellite Radio

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Signal may be blocked by mountains or large obstacles to the south.

SATELLITE

GROUND REPEATER

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Satellite Radio Signals Satellite radio receives signals from two satellites to produce clear, high- quality digital reception. It offers many channels in several categories. Along with a large selection of different types of music, satellite radio also allows you to view channel and category selections in the audio display.

The XM satellites are in orbit over the equator; therefore, objects south of the vehicle may cause satellite reception interruptions. To help compensate for this, ground-based repeaters are placed in major metropolitan areas. Satellite signals are more likely to be blocked by tall buildings and mountains the farther north you travel from the equator.

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Playing the XM Satellite Radio

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AsrequiredbytheFCC: Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser’s authoritytooperatetheequipment.

Receiving Satellite Radio Service If your XM Radio service has expired or you purchased your vehicle from a previous owner, you can listen to a sampling of the broadcasts available on XM Satellite Radio. With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position, push the PWR/VOL knob to turn on the audio system and press the CD/AUX XM button. A variety of music types and styles will play.

Depending on where you drive, you may experience reception problems. Interference can be caused by any of these conditions:

Driving on an east/west road with a mountain on the south side of the road. Driving on the north side of a large commercial truck on an east/west road. Driving in tunnels. Driving on a road beside a vertical wall, steep cliff, or hill to the south of you. Driving on the lower level of a multi-tiered road. Driving on a single lane road alongside dense trees taller than 50 ft. (15 m) to the south of you.

There may be other geographic situations that could affect satellite radio reception.

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Playing the XM Satellite Radio

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While awaiting activation, make sure your vehicle remains in an open area with good reception. Once your audio system is activated, ‘‘category’’ or ‘‘CH’’ will appear in the display and you will be able to listen to XM Radio broadcasts. XM Radio will continue to send an activation signal to your vehicle for at least 12 hours from activation request. If the service has not been activated after 36 hours, contact XM Radio.

If you decide to purchase XM Satellite Radio service, contact XM Radio at 1-800-852-9696. You will need to give them your radio I.D. number and your credit card number.

www.xmradio.com

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To get your XM Satellite radio ID number: Turn the TUNE knob until ‘‘0’’ appears in the display. Your I.D. will appear in the display.

After you have registered with XM Radio, keep your audio system in the SAT Radio mode while you await activation. This should take about 30
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Steering Wheel Controls

U.S.SE,EX,EX-L,LX-V6andEX-V6
CanadianEX-L,SE-V6andEX-V6

MODE BUTTON

VOL BUTTON

CH BUTTON

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

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

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The MODE button changes the mode. Pressing the button repeatedly selects FM1, FM2, AM, XM1, XM2, CD, or a tape.

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

) to go back to the previous

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

) to return to the

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

) to go back to the previous

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Radio Theft Protection

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

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

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

If your vehicle’s battery is discon- nected or goes dead, the audio system will disable itself. If this happens, you will see ‘‘CODE’’ in the frequency display the next time you turn on the system. Use the preset buttons to enter the five-digit code. The code is on the radio code card included in your Owner’s Manual kit. When it is entered correctly, the radio will start playing.

If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, press and release the TUNE knob; the number ‘‘0’’ appears on the display.

If ‘‘0’’ is the first digit in your code, press and release the TUNE knob to store it.

If ‘‘0’’ is not the first digit in your code, turn the TUNE knob left or right until the first digit is displayed. Press and release the TUNE knob to store it. Enter the remaining three

digits the same way.

If you make a mistake entering the code, do not start over; complete the five-digit sequence, then enter the correct code. You have 10 tries to enter the correct code. If you are unsuccessful in 10 attempts, you must then leave the system on for 1
hour before trying again.

If the code card is lost, a dealer can access your code with your radio’s serial number. To access the serial number, turn the radio on. It must display ‘‘CODE’’, then turn the radio off. Push the preset 1, preset 6, and power buttons at the same time, then quickly release.

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

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

Press and hold the SOUND button until you hear a beep. The displayed time begins to blink. Press on the H (Preset 4) side of the bar until the numbers advance to the desired time. Change the minutes by pressing the M (Preset 5) side of the bar until the numbers advance to the desired time. When you are finished, press the SOUND button again to set the time.

For Vehicles without Navigation System

DIGITAL CLOCK

Setting the Clock

PRESET BARS

You can quickly set the time to the nearest hour. Pressing and holding the SOUND button, then pressing the R (Preset 6) side of the bar sets the clock back to the previous hour. If the displayed time is after the half hour, the clock sets the clock forward to the beginning of the next hour.

SOUND BUTTON

For example:

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

ForVehicleswithNavigationSystem Refer to the Navigation System Owner’s Manual to set up the time.

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Security System

U.S.EX,EX-L,LX-V6andEX-V6
CanadianSE,EX-L,SE-V6andEX-V6
The security system helps to protect your vehicle and valuables from theft. The horn sounds and a combination of headlights, parking lights, side marker lights and taillights flashes if someone attempts to break into your vehicle or remove the radio. This alarm continues for two minutes, then the system resets. To reset an alarming system before the two minutes have elapsed, unlock either front door with the key or the remote transmitter.

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

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SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR

Once the security system is set, opening any door (without using the key or the remote transmitter), the hood, or the trunk will cause it to sound. It also sounds if the radio is removed from the dashboard or the wiring is cut.

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

The security system will not set if the hood, trunk, or any door is not fully closed. If the system will not set, check the Door Monitor on the instrument panel (see page ), to 60
see if the doors and trunk are fully closed. Since it is not part of the monitor display, manually check the hood.

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

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

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

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

Cruise Control

Using the Cruise Control

CRUISE CONTROL MASTER BUTTON

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

CANCEL BUTTON

DECEL/SET BUTTON

RES/ACCEL BUTTON

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Push in the Cruise Control Master Button on the steering wheel. The CRUISE MAIN light on the instrument panel comes on.

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

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Cruise Control

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

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

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

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Push on the accelerator pedal. Ac- celerate to the desired cruising speed and press the DECEL/SET button.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Canceling Cruise Control You can cancel cruise control in any of these ways:

Tap the brake or clutch pedal.

Push the CANCEL button on the steering wheel.

Push the cruise control master button.

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

Cruise Control

Pressing the Cruise Control Master Button turns the system off and erases the previous cruising speed.

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HomeLink Universal Transceiver

that causes the motor to stop and reverse if an obstacle is detected during closing, increasing the risk of injury.

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

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

Ifequipped The HomeLink universal transceiver built into your vehicle can be programmed to operate up to three remotely controlled devices around your home, such as garage doors, lighting, or home security systems.

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

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

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

To do this, press and hold the two outside buttons on the HomeLink transceiver for about 20 seconds, until the red indicator flashes. Release the buttons, then proceed to step 1. If you are training the second or third buttons, go directly to step 1.

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Unplug the garage door opener motor from the electrical outlet.

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Hold the end of the garage door opener remote 2 to 5 inches from HomeLink. Make sure you are not blocking your view of the red indicator in HomeLink.

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HomeLink Universal Transceiver

If the red indicator in HomeLink continues to flash slowly (does not flash rapidly), your remote transmitter may stop transmitting after a short time. Go to step 4.

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Press and hold the remote transmitter button and one of the HomeLink buttons at the same time. While continuing to hold the HomeLink button, press and release the remote transmitter button every 2 seconds.

If the red indicator in HomeLink begins to flash slowly at first, then rapidly, release both buttons, and go to step 5. If the red indicator in HomeLink continues to flash slowly (does not begin to flash rapidly), repeat steps 2 thru 4.

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Plug in the garage door opener motor, then test the HomeLink button by pushing it for about 1

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

If the red indicator in HomeLink begins to flash slowly at first, then rapidly, release both buttons, and go to step 5.

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If the button works, programming is complete. If the button does not work go to step 6.

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Push and hold the HomeLink button for a few seconds, then watch the red indicator on HomeLink.

If the indicator stays on or flashes slowly, repeat steps 2
thru 5. If the indicator flashes rapidly for 2 seconds then stays on, you have a rolling code transmitter: Go to ‘‘Training with a Rolling Code System’’ (see page ).

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

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HomeLink Universal Transceiver

TRAINING BUTTON

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

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

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

3.

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

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

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

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

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

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Erasing Codes Toerasethecodesstoredinallthree buttons, press and hold the two outside buttons until the red indicator begins to flash, then release the buttons.

Youshoulderaseallthreecodes before selling the vehicle.

Retraining a Button If you want to retrain a programmed button for a new device, you do not have to erase all button memory. You can replace the existing memory code using this procedure:

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Press and hold the HomeLink button to be trained until the HomeLink indicator begins to flash slowly.

If a rolling code transmitter was previously programmed, the indicator will flash rapidly for 2
seconds, and then stay on for about 23 seconds.

HomeLink Universal Transceiver

If a standard transmitter was programmed, the indicator will stay on for about 25 seconds.

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Once the HomeLink indicator begins to flash slowly, continue to hold the HomeLink button, and follow steps 3 thru 6 under ‘‘Training HomeLink’’ (see page 148

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

HomeLink is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.

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

Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser’s authoritytooperatetheequipment.

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

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Before Driving

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

Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation Service Station Procedures

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Refueling Opening and Closing the

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Hood

Fuel Economy

Improving Fuel Economy

Oil Check Engine Coolant Check

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Carrying Cargo Load Limits Carrying Cargo in the Trunk

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Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation

Fuel Recommendation Your vehicle is designed to operate on unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number of 87 or higher. Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy, metallic rapping noise that can lead to engine damage.

Forvehicleswithmanualtransmission You may hear a knocking noise from the engine if you drive the vehicle at low engine speed (below about 1,000
rpm) in a higher gear. To stop this, raise the engine speed by shifting to a lower gear.

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

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

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

Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration.

Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time.

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

Do not tow a trailer.

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

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Fuel Recommendation

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

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

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

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Service Station Procedure

Refueling

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

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

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Park with the driver’s side closest to the gas pump.

2.

To open the fuel fill door, push down on the lever located to the left of the driver’s seat.

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TETHER

FUEL FILL CAP

3.

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

4.

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

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

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Screw the fuel fill cap back on until it clicks at least once. If you do not properly tighten the cap, the malfunction indicator lamp may come on (see page will also see a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message on the odometer/ outside temperature display.

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Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches.

Service Station Procedure

Opening and Closing the Hood

HOOD RELEASE HANDLE

LATCH

To Open the Hood: 1.

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

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Put your fingers under the front edge of the hood near the center. Slide your hand to the left until you feel the hood latch handle. Push this handle up to release it. Lift up the hood.

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

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Service Station Procedure

SUPPORT ROD

4-cylinder models

6-cylinder models

3.

4-cylindermodels Pull the support rod out of its clip and insert the end into the hole on the front of the hood near the center.

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

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To Close the Hood: 4-cylindermodels Lift it up slightly to remove the support rod from the hole. Put the support rod back into its holding clip. Lower the hood to about a foot (30
cm) above the fender, then let it drop. Make sure it is securely latched.

6-cylindermodels Lower it to about a foot (30 cm) above the fender, then press down firmly with your hands. Make sure it is securely latched.

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Oil Check

Service Station Procedure

UPPER MARK LOWER MARK

4-cylinder models

DIPSTICK (orange handle)

6-cylinder models

DIPSTICK (orange loop)

4-cylinder models

Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off before you check the oil.

2.

Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel.

1.

Remove the dipstick (orange handle).

3.

Insert it all the way back in its hole.

4.

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

If it is near or below the lower mark, see

Adding Oil

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Service Station Procedure

Engine Coolant Check

RESERVE TANK

MAX

RESERVE TANK

UPPER MARK LOWER MARK

MAX

MIN

4-cylinder models Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines. If Adding it is below the MIN line, see Engine Coolant for 209
information on adding the proper coolant.

on page

6-cylinder models

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MIN

6-cylinder models Refer to Checks for information about checking other items on your vehicle.

Owner’s Maintenance on page

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Improving Fuel Economy

Always maintain your vehicle according to the maintenance Owner’s minder. See Maintenance Checks 198

).

(see page

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

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

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

Always drive in the highest gear possible.

Try to maintain a constant speed. Everytimeyouslowdownand speed up, your vehicle uses extra fuel. Use cruise control when appropriate.

Combine several short trips into one.

The air conditioning puts an extra load on the engine which makes it usemorefuel.Usethefresh-air ventilation when possible.

Fuel Economy

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Accessories and Modifications

Modifying your vehicle, or installing some non-Honda accessories, can make your vehicle unsafe. Before you make any modifications or add anyaccessories,besuretoreadthe following information.

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

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

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

Although non-Honda accessories may fit on your vehicle, they may not meet factory specifications, and could adversely affect your vehicle’s handling and stability (see next page for additional information).

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

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Before installing any accessory:

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

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

) or interfere with

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

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

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Accessories and Modifications

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

Some examples are:

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

Raising your vehicle with an aftermarket suspension kit can affect the handling and stability.

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

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

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

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

Additional Safety Precautions

Donotattachorplaceobjectson Any object thefrontairbagcovers. attached to or placed on the covers marked ‘‘SRS AIRBAG’’ in the center of the steering wheel and on top of the dashboard, could interfere with the proper operation of the airbags. Or, if the airbags inflate, the objects could be propelled inside the vehicle and hurt someone.

Donotattachhardobjectsonor If a side airbag nearafrontdoor. or a side curtain airbag inflates, a cup holder or other hard object attached on or near the door could be propelled inside the vehicle and hurt someone.

Donotplaceanyobjectsoveror replacetheoutsideedgeofafront This could prevent the seat-back. airbag from inflating properly.

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Carrying Cargo

CONSOLE COMPARTMENT

Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas:

DOOR POCKET

CENTER POCKET

Glove box

Door and seat-back pockets

Trunk, including the back seats when folded down

Center pocket

Console compartment

Roof-rack (if installed)

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

GLOVE BOX

TRUNK

SEAT-BACK POCKETS

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

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

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

5.

6.

Steps for determining correct load limit:

1.

2.

3.

4.

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

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

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

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

Carrying Cargo

(850

−

750 (5

×

150) = 100 lbs.)

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

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

184

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If you carry large items that prevent you from closing the trunk lid, exhaust gas can enter the passenger area. To avoid the possibility of poisoning on page 52

, follow the instructions

carbon monoxide

If you carry any items on a roof rack, be sure the total weight of the rack and the items does not exceed 165 lbs (75 kg).

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

Carrying Items in the Passenger Compartment

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

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

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

Carrying Cargo

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

Carrying Cargo in the Trunk or on a Roof Rack

Distribute cargo evenly on the floor of the trunk, placing the heaviest items on the bottom and as far forward as possible. Tie down items that could be thrown about the vehicle during a crash or sudden stop.

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

Preparing to Drive Starting the Engine Manual Transmission

Recommended Shift Points Engine Speed Limiter Reverse Lockout

Automatic Transmission

Shift Lever Position

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Parking

Indicators

Shifting Engine Speed Limiter Shift Lock Release

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Brake System Design Brake Wear Indicators

Parking Tips Braking System

Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)

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Activating the Anti-lock

Brakes

ABS Indicator

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Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)

System

VSA Activation Indicator VSA System Indicator VSA Off Switch

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Driving

Towing a Trailer

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6.

7.

Check the seat adjustment (see pages

to

87

85

).

11.

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

and

91

90

).

8.

Check the steering wheel adjustment (see page 73

).

9.

Make sure the doors are securely closed and locked.

10.

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

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Preparing to Drive

Youshoulddothefollowingchecks and adjustments before you drive your vehicle.

1.

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

2.

Check that the hood is fully closed.

3.

Check that the trunk is fully closed.

4.

5.

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

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

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1.

Apply the parking brake.

2.

3.

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

Manual Transmission: Push the clutch pedal down all the way.

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

Starting theEngine

4.

Turn the ignition key to the START (III) position. Do not hold the key in START (III) for more than 15 seconds at a time. If the engine does not start right away, pause for at least 10 seconds before trying again.

6.

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

The immobilizer system protects your vehicle f rom thef t. If an improperly- coded key (or other device) is used, the engine’s f uel system is disabled. For more inf ormation, see page

75

5.

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

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

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Manual Transmission

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

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

5-speed M/T

Onall4-cylindermodelswith5-speed manualtransmission Onall6-cylindermodelswith6-speed manualtransmission The manual transmission is synchronized in all forward gears for smooth operation. It has a lockout so you cannot shift directly from Fifth to Reverse.

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

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

172

).

When shifting up or down, make sure you push the clutch pedal down all the way, shift to the next gear, and let the pedal up gradually. Avoid skipping gears when shifting up or down or serious transmission