1997 Honda Civic Coupe Owners Manual

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firing, stalling, or otherwise not running properly. Always use unleaded gasoline. Even a small amount of leaded gasoline can contaminate the catalyst metals, making the three way catalytic converter ineffective. Technical Information Main MenuTable of ContentsstWarranty and Customer Relations Customer Relations Information................................. 214 U.S. Zone Office Map.................... 215 Canada Zone Office Map.............. 216 Warranty Coverages..................... 217 Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Cars).................................. 218 Authorized Manuals...................... 219 Warranty and Customer Relations Main MenustCustomer 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 202) 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 Main MenuTable of ContentsstWarranty Coverages U.S. Owners Your new Honda is covered by these warranties: Seat Belt Limited Warranty — a seat belt that fails to function properly is covered for the useful life of the car. New Car Limited Warranty — covers your new car, except for the battery, emissions control systems and accessories, against defects in materials and workmanship. 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. Emissions Control Systems Defects Warranty and Emissions Performance Warranty — these two warranties cover your car's emis- sions 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 percent credit toward a replacement battery. 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 workman- ship. 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 pur- chaser of the muffler owns the car. Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties. Please read the 1997 Honda Warranties 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. Canadian Owners Please refer to the 1997 Warranty Manual that came with your car. Warranty and Customer Relations Main MenuTable of ContentsstReporting 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 Main MenuTable of ContentsstAccessories Installation.................................... 97 ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Position)........................................ 50 Accessory Power Socket................ 65 Adding Automatic Transmission Fluid........................................ 142 Brake Fluid................................. 144 Clutch Fluid................................ 144 Engine Coolant........................... 136 Engine Oil................................... 132 Manual Transmission Fluid..... 143 Power Steering Fluid................. 145 Windshield Washer Fluid......... 141 Additional Safety Information........ 18 Door Locks................................... 19 Driving with Pets......................... 19 Head Restraint Position.............. 18 Seat-back Position........................ 18 Storing Cargo Safely ................... 19 Additives, Engine Oil..................... 133 Adjustments Headlights.................................. 162 Head Restraints........................... 57 Mirrors.......................................... 61 Seats.............................................. 56 Steering Wheel............................ 45 Airbag (SRS).................................... 12 Air Cleaner Element...................... 146 Air Conditioning............................... 68 Maintenance............................... 154 Usage............................................. 68 Air Outlets (Vents).......................... 70 Air Pressure, Tires........................ 156 Normal Driving.......................... 157 High Speed Driving................... 207 Alcohol and Drugs........................... 27 Alcohol in Gasoline.......................... 90 Antifreeze....................................... 136 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Indicator Light................... 35, 117 Operation.................................... 115 Anti-theft Steering Column Lock............................................. 50 Appearance Care........................... 173 Ashtrays (Optional)......................... 65 Audio System................................... 76 Automatic Speed Control................ 46 Index Automatic Transmission............... 104 Capacity, Fluid........................... 204 Checking Fluid Level................ 141 Shifting....................................... 105 Shift Lever Position Indicator.......................... 104, 109 Shift Lever Positions......... 104, 109 Shift Lock Release..................... 108 Battery Charging System Indicator.......................... 35, 192 Jump Starting............................. 187 Maintenance............................... 150 Specifications............................. 205 Before Driving................................. 89 Belts, Seat........................................... 5 Beverage Holder.............................. 64 Body Repair.................................... 178 CONTINUED Main MenustIndex Brakes Anti-lock System (ABS)............ 115 Break-in, New Linings................. 90 Fluid............................................ 143 Light, Burned-out...................... 167 Parking.......................................... 62 System Indicator.......................... 35 Wear Indicators......................... 114 Brakes, ABS Operation.................................... 115 System Indicator................ 35, 117 Braking System.............................. 114 Break-in, New Car........................... 90 Brightness Control, Instruments... 42 Blights, Headlights......................... 41 Bulb Replacement Back-up Lights........................... 168 Brake Lights............................... 167 Front Parking Lights................. 166 Front Side Marker Lights......... 166 Headlights.................................. 164 High-mount Brake Light.......... 169 Interior Light.............................. 170 License Plate Lights.................. 170 Rear Side Marker Lights.......... 167 Specifications............................. 205 Trunk Light................................ 171 Turn Signal Lights..................... 166 Bulbs, Halogen............................... 164 Cables, Jump Starting With.......... 187 Capacities Chart............................. 204 Carbon Monoxide Hazard.............. 28 Cargo, Loading................................. 98 Cassette Player Care............................................... 84 Operation...................................... 82 CAUTION, Explanation of............... ii CD Changer...................................... 85 CD Changer/Player........................ 85 Certification Label......................... 202 Chains............................................. 161 Change Oil How to......................................... 134 When to....................................... 126 Changing a Flat Tire..................... 181 Changing Engine Coolant............. 138 Charging System Indicator ... 35, 192 Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid........................................ 141 Battery Condition...................... 150 Brake Fluid................................. 144 Clutch Fluid................................ 144 Drive Belts.................................. 155 Engine Coolant............................. 95 Engine Oil..................................... 94 Fuses........................................... 196 Manual Transmission Fluid ..... 143 Power Steering Fluid................. 145 Checklist, Before Driving............. 100 Child Safety...................................... 20 Cleaner, Air.................................... 146 Cleaning Exterior....................................... 174 Interior........................................ 176 Seat Belts.................................... 176 Vinyl............................................ 176 Windows..................................... 177 Clock, Setting the ............................ 81 Clutch Fluid.................................... 144 CO in the Exhaust......................... 209 Cold Weather, Starting in............. 101 Compact Spare............................... 180 Main MenustIndex Consumer Information*................ 214 Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)............. 109 Fluid............................................ 142 Shift Lever Position Indicator.. 109 Shift Lever Positions................. 109 Controls, Instruments and.............. 31 Coolant Adding......................................... 136 Checking....................................... 95 Proper Solution.......................... 136 Replacing.................................... 138 Temperature Gauge.................... 38 Corrosion Protection..................... 177 Crankcase Emission Control System........................................ 209 Cruise Control Operation............... 46 Customer Relations Office........... 215 DANGER, Explanation of................. ii Dashboard........................................ 32 Daytime Running Lights................. 41 Dead Battery, What to Do............ 187 Defects, Reporting Safety............. 218 Defog and Defrost........................... 73 Defogger, Rear Window................. 44 Defrosting the Windows................. 73 DEXRON® III Automatic Transmission Fluid.................... 142 Dimensions..................................... 204 Dimming the Headlights................ 41 Dipstick Automatic Transmission........... 142 Engine Oil..................................... 94 Directional Signals........................... 42 Disabled, Towing Your Car If...... 200 Disc Brake Wear Indicators......... 114 Disposal of Used Oil...................... 135 Doors Locking and Unlocking............... 50 Power Door Locks....................... 51 DOT Tire Quality Grading........... 207 Downshifting, 5-speed Manual Transmission.............................. 102 Drive Belts...................................... 155 Driving.............................................. 99 Economy....................................... 96 In Bad Weather.......................... 118 In Foreign Countries................... 91 Economy, Fuel................................. 96 Emergencies on the Road............. 179 Battery, Jump Starting.............. 187 Changing a Flat Tire................. 181 Charging System Indicator...... 192 Checking the Fuses................... 196 Low Oil Pressure Indicator...... 191 Malfunction Indicator Lamp.... 193 Manually Closing Moonroof.... 194 Overheated Engine................... 189 Emergency Brake............................ 62 Emergency Flashers....................... 44 Emission Controls......................... 209 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge ..... 38 Malfunction Indicator Lamp............................... 35, 193 Oil Pressure Indicator........ 35, 191 Oil, What Kind to Use............... 132 Overheating................................ 189 Specifications............................. 204 Ethanol in Gasoline ......................... 91 CONTINUED Main MenustIndex Evaporative Emission Controls.... 209 Exhaust Fumes................................ 28 Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Belts by......................................... 10 Exterior, Cleaning the................... 174 Fabric, Cleaning............................. 176 Fan, Interior...................................... 68 Features, Comfort and Convenience................................. 67 Filling the Fuel Tank....................... 92 Filters Air............................................... 146 Oil................................................ 134 5-speed Manual Transmission Checking Fluid Level................ 143 Shifting the................................. 102 Flashers, Hazard Warning.............. 44 Flat Tire, Changing a.................... 180 Fluids Automatic Transmission........... 141 Brake........................................... 144 Clutch......................................... 144 Manual Transmission............... 143 Power Steering........................... 145 Windshield Washer................... 141 FM Stereo Radio Reception...................................... 76 Folding Rear Seat............................ 58 Foreign Countries, Driving in........ 91 Four-way Flashers........................... 44 Front End, Towing by Emergency Wrecker................. 200 Fuel................................................... 90 Fill Door and Cap......................... 92 Gauge............................................ 38 Octane Requirement................... 90 Oxygenated.................................. 90 Reserve Indicator......................... 36 Tank, Filling the........................... 92 Fuses, Checking the...................... 196 Gas Mileage, Improving.................. 96 Gasohol............................................. 91 Gasoline............................................ 90 Fuel Reserve Indicator................ 36 Gauge............................................ 38 Octane Requirement................... 90 Tank, Filling the........................... 92 Gas Station Procedures................... 92 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature .... 38 Fuel................................................ 38 Gearshift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission........... 105 CVT............................................ 109 5-speed Manual Transmission.......................... 102 Glass Cleaning............................... 177 Glove Box......................................... 63 Halogen Headlight Bulbs.............. 164 Hazard Warning Flashers............... 44 Headlights Aiming......................................... 162 Daytime Running Lights............. 41 High Beam Indicator................... 35 High Beams, Turning on............ 41 Low Beams, Turning on ............. 41 Reminder Beeper......................... 41 Replacing Halogen Bulbs ......... 164 Turning on.................................... 41 Main MenustHead Restraints............................... 57 Heating and Cooling........................ 68 High Altitude, Starting at.............. 101 High-Low Beam Switch .................. 41 High-mount Brake Light............... 169 Hood, Opening the .......................... 93 Horn................................................... 40 Hot Coolant, Warning about........ 136 Hydraulic Clutch............................ 144 Hydroplaning.................................. 119 Identification Number, Vehicle.... 202 If Your Car Has to be Towed....... 200 Ignition Keys............................................... 49 Switch........................................... 49 Timing Control System............. 210 Indicator Lights, Instrument Panel............................................. 33 Infant Restraint................................ 22 Inflation, Proper Tire .................... 156 Normal Driving.......................... 157 High Speed Driving................... 207 Inside Mirror.................................... 61 Index Inspection, Tire.............................. 158 Instrument Panel............................. 32 Instrument Panel Brightness......... 42 Interior Cleaning............................ 176 Interior Light.................................... 66 Introduction......................................... i Jacking up the Car......................... 182 Jack, Tire........................................ 181 Jump Starting................................. 187 Keys.................................................. 49 Indicator........................................ 33 Parking.......................................... 41 Turn Signal................................... 42 Loading Cargo.................................. 98 LOCK (Ignition Key Position)....... 50 Locks Anti-theft Steering Column........ 50 Fuel Fill Door............................... 92 Power Door.................................. 51 Trunk............................................ 55 Low Coolant Level......................... 136 Low Fuel Indicator.......................... 36 Lower Gear, Downshifting to a.... 102 Low Oil Pressure Indicator.... 35, 191 Lubricant Specifications Chart.... 204 Luggage............................................ 98 Label, Certification........................ 202 Lane Change, Signaling.................. 42 Lap Belt............................................... 7 Lap/Shoulder Belts........................... 6 Leaking of Exhaust into Car.......... 28 Lights Bulb Replacement..................... 164 Maintenance................................... 121 Owner Maintenance Checks.... 130 Periodic Items............................ 130 Record.................................. 128-129 Required Indicator....................... 39 CONTINUED Main MenustIndex Maintenance Safety.......................................... 122 Schedule.............................. 126-127 Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 35, 193 Manual Transmission.................... 102 Manual Transmission Fluid ......... 143 Maximum Shift Speeds......... 103, 107 Meters, Gauges................................ 37 Methanol in Gasoline...................... 91 Mirrors, Adjusting........................... 61 Moonroof.......................................... 61 Closing Manually....................... 194 Operation...................................... 61 Neutral Gear Position.................... 106 New Vehicle Break-in ..................... 90 Normal Shift Speeds...................... 102 NOTICE, Explanation of................... ii Numbers, Identification................ 202 Occupant Protection System............ 4 Octane Requirement, Gasoline...... 90 Odometer.......................................... 37 Odometer, Trip................................ 37 Oil Change, How to......................... 134 Change, When to....................... 126 Checking Engine......................... 94 Pressure Indicator.............. 35, 191 Selecting Proper Viscosity Chart....................................... 133 ON (Ignition Key Position)............ 50 Opening the Hood ........................... 93 Opening the Trunk.......................... 55 Operation in Foreign Countries..... 91 Outside Mirrors............................... 61 Overheating, Engine..................... 189 Owner Maintenance Checks........ 130 Panel Brightness Control............... 42 Park Gear Position......................... 105 Parking............................................ 113 Parking Brake.................................. 62 Parking Eights.................................. 41 Parking Over Things that Burn... 211 PGM-FI System.............................. 210 Polishing and Waxing................... 174 Power Door Locks................................... 51 Mirrors.......................................... 62 Steering....................................... 145 Windows....................................... 59 Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts.......... 10 Proper Seat Belt Usage..................... 7 Radiator Overheating.................... 189 Radio/Cassette Sound System....... 76 Rear End Towing........................... 200 Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement... 167 Rear Seat, Folding........................... 58 Rear View Mirror............................. 61 Rear Window Defogger.................. 44 Reclining the Seat Backs................ 56 Recommended Shift Speeds ........ 102 Reminder Lights.............................. 33 Remote Transmitter........................ 52 Replacement Information Air Cleaner Element.................. 146 Coolant....................................... 138 Engine Oil and Filter................. 134 Main MenustReplacement Information Fuses........................................... 196 Light Bulbs................................. 164 Schedule..................................... 126 Spark Plugs................................. 148 Timing Belt................................. 155 Tires............................................ 159 Wiper Blades.............................. 152 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash............................................ 11 Reserve Tank, Engine Coolant................................ 95, 136 Restraint, Child................................ 20 Reverse Gear Position................... 106 Rotation, Tire................................. 159 Safety Belts......................................... 5 Safety Defects, Reporting* .......... 218 Safety Labels, Location of.............. 29 Safety Messages................................ ii Seat Belts............................................ 5 Advice for Pregnant Women...... 10 Child Seat Anchor Plate.............. 25 Cleaning...................................... 176 Frayed or Torn............................. 11 Maintenance................................. 11 Reminder Light and Beeper....... 34 Replacement................................. 11 System Components...................... 6 Tether Attachment Points.......... 25 Use During Pregnancy................ 10 Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt...... 7 Wearing the Lap Belt.................... 9 Seats, Adjusting the......................... 56 Serial Number................................ 202 Service Intervals............................ 126 Service Manual* ............................ 219 Service Station Procedures ............ 92 Setting the Clock............................. 81 Shifting The Automatic Transmission .. 103 The CVT..................................... 109 The 5-speed Manual Transmission.......................... 102 Shift Lever Position Indicator...... 109 Shift Lock Release......................... 108 Side Marker Lights, Bulb Replacement in.......................... 166 Signaling Turns................................ 42 Snow Tires...................................... 161 Index Solvent-type Cleaners.................... 174 Sound System................................... 76 Spare Tire Inflating....................................... 180 Specifications............................. 205 Spark Plugs, Replacing................. 148 Specifications Charts..................... 204 Speed Control................................... 46 Speedometer.................................... 37 SRS Indicator............................. 16, 34 START (Ignition Key Position) ..... 50 Starting the Engine........................ 101 In Cold Weather at High Altitude................................... 101 With a Dead Battery ................. 187 Steam Coming from Engine......... 189 Steering Wheel Adjustment................................... 45 Anti-theft Column Lock.............. 50 Stereo Sound System ...................... 76 Storing Your Car............................ 172 CONTINUED Main MenustIndex Supplemental Restraint System Important Facts............................ 13 Service Precautions..................... 17 Servicing....................................... 16 SRS Indicator......................... 16, 34 System Components.................... 12 What Happens In a Crash........... 12 Synthetic Oil................................... 133 Tachometer...................................... 37 Taillights, Changing Bulbs in....... 167 Taking Care of the Unexpected ..179 Tape Player....................................... 82 Technical Descriptions Emission Control Systems........ 209 Three Way Catalytic Converter................................ 211 Tire Information........................ 206 Temperature Gauge........................ 38 Tether Attachment Points.............. 25 Three Way Catalytic Converter... 211 Time, Setting the............................. 81 Timing Belt..................................... 155 Tire Chains..................................... 161 Tire, How to Change a Flat.......... 181 Tires................................................ 156 Air Pressure............................... 156 Checking Wear.......................... 158 Compact Spare........................... 180 DOT Tire Quality Grading....... 207 Inflation....................................... 156 Inspection................................... 158 Maintenance............................... 158 Replacing.................................... 159 Rotating....................................... 159 Snow............................................ 161 Specifications............................. 205 Technical Information.............. 206 Technical Information................... 201 Tools,Tire Changing.................... 181 Torn Seat Belts................................ 11 Towing A Trailer...................................... 119 By Emergency Wrecker........... 200 Transmission Checking Fluid Level, Automatic............................... 141 Checking Fluid Level, Manual.................................... 143 Fluid Selection............................ 142 Identification Number............... 203 Shifting the Automatic.............. 104 Shifting the CVT........................ 109 Shifting the Manual................... 102 Treadwear...................................... 207 Trip Meter........................................ 37 Trunk................................................. 55 Opening......................................... 55 Open Monitor Light.................... 36 Turn Signals..................................... 42 Underside, Cleaning...................... 177 Unexpected, Taking Care of the........................................... 179 Uniform Tire Quality Grading..... 207 Unleaded Gasoline........................... 90 Upholstery Cleaning...................... 176 Used Oil, How to Dispose of........ 135 Vehicle Capacity Load .................... 98 Vehicle Dimensions....................... 204 Vehicle Identification Number..... 202 Main MenustIndex * : U.S. and Canada only Windows Cleaning...................................... 177 Operating the Power................... 59 Rear, Defogger............................ 44 Windshield Cleaning........................................ 43 Defroster...................................... 73 Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades........................ 152 Operation...................................... 43 Worn Tires..................................... 158 Wrecker, Emergency Towing...... 200 Vehicle Storage.............................. 172 Ventilation......................................... 71 VIN................................................. 202 Vinyl Cleaning................................ 176 Viscosity, Oil................................... 133 Warning Beepers Headlights on............................... 41 Key in Ignition.............................. 50 Seat Belts...................................... 34 WARNING, Explanation of.............. ii Warning Labels, Location of.......... 29 Warranty Coverages*................... 217 Washer, Windshield Checking the Fluid Level......... 141 Operation...................................... 43 Washing.......................................... 174 Waxing and Polishing................... 174 Wheels Adjusting the Steering................ 45 Alignment and Balance............. 158 Compact Spare........................... 180 Wrench....................................... 182 Main MenustGas Station Information Gasoline: UNLEADED gasoline Pump octane number of 86 or higher Fuel Tank Capacity: 45 l (11.9 US gal, 9.9 Imp gal) Recommended Engine Oil: API SJ or SH grade "Energy Conserving" or "Energy Conserving II" oil SAE 5W-30 viscosity Tire Pressure (measured cold): Front: 210 kPa (2.1 kgf/cm2, 30 psi) Rear: 200 kPa (2.0 kgf/cm2, 29 psi) Spare Tire Pressure: 420 kPa (4.2 kgf/cm2, 60 psi) Automatic Transmission Fluid: Honda Premium Formula Auto- matic Transmission Fluid (ATF) HX model (CVT) only: Use Honda CVT Fluid only Main Menust1997 Civic Coupe 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 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.........................................................................................................67 How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features. Before Driving ...............................................................................................................................................89 What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo. Driving.............................................................................................................................................................99 The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. Maintenance.................................................................................................................................................121 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer. Appearance Care.........................................................................................................................................173 Tips on cleaning and protecting your vehicle. Things to look for if your car ever needs body repairs. Taking Care of the Unexpected...............................................................................................................179 This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them. Technical Information...............................................................................................................................201 ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada)......................................................................213 A summary of the warranties covering your new Honda, and how to contact us. Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)...............................................................................................................219 How to order manuals and other technical literature. Index ................................................................................................................................................................. I Gas Station Information A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump. Introduction As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded by information is intended to help you avoid damage to your Honda, other property, or the environment. symbol. This NOTICE Congratulations ! Your selection of a 1997 Honda Civic was a wise investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure. One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Honda is to read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and convenience items. Afterwards, keep this owner's manual in your vehicle so you can refer to it at any time. Several warranties protect your new Honda. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights and responsibilities. Maintaining your vehicle according to the schedules given in this manual helps to keep your driving trouble-free while it preserves your investment. When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in mind that your Honda dealer's staff is specially trained in servicing 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. Main MenustA Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility. To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others. Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle. You must use your own good judgement. You will find important safety information in a variety of forms, including: Safety Labels — on the vehicle. Safety Messages — preceded by a safety alert symbol three signal words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. These signal words mean: and one of You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you do not follow instructions. You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you do not follow instructions. You CAN be HURT if you do not follow instructions. Safety Headings — such as Important Safety Reminders or Important Safety Precautions. Safety Section — such as Driver and Passenger Safety. Instructions — how to use this vehicle correctly and safely. This entire book is filled with important safety information — please read it carefully. Main MenustThis 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........................................... 7 Wearing Seat Belts Properly........ 7 Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt...... 7 Wearing the Lap Belt.................... 9 Advice for Pregnant Women...... 10 Seat Belt Maintenance................ 11 Supplemental Restraint System..... 12 SRS Components......................... 12 What Happens In a Crash........... 12 Important Facts About Airbags...................................... 13 How the Driver's Airbag Works........................................ 14 How the Passenger's Airbag Works........................................ 15 How the SRS Indicator Light Works....................................... 16 System Service............................. 16 System Service Precautions....... 17 Additional Safety Information........ 18 Seat-back Position........................ 18 Head Restraint Position.............. 18 Door Locks................................... 19 Driver and Passenger Safety Storing Cargo Safely................... 19 Driving with Pets......................... 19 Child Safety...................................... 20 Where Should Children Sit?....... 20 Important Safety Reminders...... 21 General Guidelines for Restraining Children Under 40 Ibs (18 kg)............... 22 Restraining an Infant Who Weighs Less Than 20 Ibs (9 kg).......... 22 Restraining a Child Who Weighs Between 20 and 40 Ibs (9 and 18 kg)..... 23 Restraining a Child Who Weighs Over 40 Ibs (18 kg).................. 24 Securing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Belt................... 24 Using Child Restraints with Tethers............................. 25 Storing a Child Seat..................... 26 Alcohol and Drugs........................... 27 Carbon Monoxide Hazard.............. 28 Safety Labels.................................... 29 Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenustYour Occupant Protection System Your Honda is equipped with seat belts and other features that work together to protect you and your passengers 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 Honda 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 passen- gers wear seat belts. The other alerts you to a possible problem with your supplemental restraint system (see page 16). 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 20). Both doors are closed and locked (see page 19). Seat-backs are upright and head restraints are properly adjusted (see pages 18 and 57). There are no loose items that could be thrown around and hurt someone during a crash or sudden stop (see page 19). 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. Main MenuTable of ContentsstThe 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 serious injury or death 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 20). 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 Main MenuTable of ContentsstThe 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 SHOULDER PORTION UPPER SEAT BELT ANCHOR To retractor LAP PORTION The lap/shoulder belt retractor in each passenger seating position has an additional locking mechanism intended to secure a child seat (see page 24). If the shoulder part of the belt is pulled all the way out, this mechanism will engage. The belt will retract, but it will not allow the passenger to move freely. If the belt feels too tight, unlatch it, let it retract fully, then pull it out as far as needed. BUCKLE LATCH PLATE 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. Main MenuTable of ContentsstThe Seat Belt System and How It Works Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt Before putting on the seat belt, move the driver's seat as far back as is practical while still allowing you to maintain full control of the vehicle. Make sure the seat-back is upright (see page 18). The front seat passenger should move the seat as far back as possible. 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. Lap Belt The lap belt has one manually- adjusted belt that fits across the hips. It is similar to safety belts used in airplanes. CONTINUED Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenuTable of ContentsstThe Seat Belt System and How It Works 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. 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. Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenuTable of ContentsstThe Seat Belt System and How It Works Wearing the Lap Belt 5. If the shoulder belt crosses your neck while you are sitting in one of the outside positions of the rear seat, you need to adjust your seating position. Move toward the center of the seat until the belt fits over your collarbone. To unlatch the seat belt, push the red PRESS button on the buckle. Guide the belt across your body to the door pillar. After you exit the vehicle, make sure the seat belt is out of the way and will not get closed in the door. 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 it to extend the belt. Insert the latch plate into the buckle. CONTINUED Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenuTable of ContentsstThe Seat Belt System and How It Works Advice for Pregnant Women 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. 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 Main MenuTable of ContentsstThe Seat Belt System and How It Works If possible, use a 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. 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 176. Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenuTable of ContentsstSupplemental Restraint System Your car is equipped with a Supple- mental Restraint System (SRS) to help protect the head and chest of the driver and front seat passenger during a severe frontal collision. This system does not replace your seat belts. It supplements, or adds to, the protection offered by seat belts and other occupant protection features. Not wearing a seat belt 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. SRS Components Your supplemental restraint system includes: One airbag in the steering wheel for the driver and another in the dashboard for the passenger. Sensors that can detect a severe frontal collision. A sophisticated electronic system that continually monitors the sensors, control unit, airbag activators, and all related wiring when the ignition is ON (II). An indicator light on the instru- ment panel to alert you to a possi- ble problem with the system. Emergency backup power in case your car's electrical system is disconnected in a crash. What Happens In a Crash If you ever have a severe frontal collision, the sensors will detect rapid deceleration and signal the control unit to instantly inflate the airbags. During a crash, your seat belts will help to restrain your lower body and torso. The airbags will provide a cushion to absorb crash energy and help keep the head and chest of the driver and front passenger from striking the interior of the car. After inflating, the airbags will immediately deflate. The entire process, from detection to deflation, takes a fraction of a second. This process occurs so quickly that you may not hear the loud noise created by the airbag inflators, or realize what has happened. Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenuTable of ContentsstSupplemental Restraint System After the crash, you may see what looks like smoke. This is actually powder from the airbag's surface. People with respiratory problems may experience some temporary discomfort from the chemicals used by the airbag's activators. Important Facts About Airbags Airbags inflate only when needed; in a severe frontal collision. A severe collision would be similar to a crash into a parked vehicle of similar size and weight at 25 mph (40 km/h). Airbags will not inflate in a moderate frontal collision, or during a rear impact, side impact, or rollover — even if the impact is severe. Airbags inflate and deflate only once. They cannot protect you during any additional impacts that can occur during a crash sequence. Injuries, including fatal injuries, can occur in a severe collision, even if seat belts are worn properly and the airbags inflate. No safety system can provide complete protection in a severe crash. Just from viewing the vehicle damage after a crash, it is very difficult to accurately determine if the airbags should or should not have inflated. In some cases where the airbag did not inflate, extensive visible damage indicated that the car absorbed much of the crash energy, and the airbags were not needed. In other cases, a severe jolt, such as an impact to the undercarriage, may not cause extensive body damage but may still cause the airbags to inflate. Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenuTable of ContentsstSupplemental 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. To reduce the possibility of injury, you should always sit back as far from the steering wheel as practical while still maintaining full vehicle control. If you ever have a severe frontal collision, your airbag will instantly inflate to help protect your head and chest. Driver and Passenger Safety 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 is a fraction of a second. You may not even be aware that the airbag has been fully inflated. Main MenuTable of ContentsstSupplemental Restraint System How the Passenger's Airbag Works The driver's 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 passengers should move the seat as far back as practical and sit well back in the seat. We strongly recommend that you do not put an infant seat in the front passenger's seat. If the airbag inflates, it can hit the infant seat with great force. The infant seat can be dislodged or struck with enough force to cause very serious injury to 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. CONTINUED Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenuTable of ContentsstSupplemental 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 S R S The purpose of the SRS light on your instrument panel is to alert you to a potential problem with your supple- mental restraint system. 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 you see any of these indications, the airbag may not work when needed in an accident. Take the car to your dealer promptly for diagnosis and service. System Service Your supplemental restraint system is virtually maintenance-free. The only scheduled maintenance is an inspection of the system by the dealer when the car is ten years old. For your convenience, the car's production date is on a label on the driver's doorjamb. If either of the following happens, you must have an authorized Honda dealer service the system. There are no parts you can safely service. If your airbags ever inflate, the airbags and control unit must be replaced. Do not try to remove or discard the airbags yourself. This must be done by a Honda dealer. Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenuTable of ContentsstIf the SRS indicator light alerts you to a problem, have the supplemental restraint system inspected as soon as possible. If you ignore this indication, the airbags might not inflate when you need them. Supplemental Restraint System Scrapping an entire car that has uninflated airbags 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 precau- tions 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 Main MenuTable of ContentsstAdditional 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 restraints 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 56. 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 57. Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenuTable of ContentsstAdditional Safety Information Be sure to keep compartment doors closed when the car is moving. If a front passenger hits the door of an open glove box, for example, he could injure his knees. For information on loading cargo, see page 98. 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 clog 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. 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 down 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. Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenuTable of ContentsstChild Safety 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. 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. 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. We strongly recommend that you do not put an infant seat in the front passenger's seat. If the airbag inflates, it can hit the infant seat with great force. The infant seat can be dislodged or struck with enough force to cause very serious injury to the infant. Main MenuTable of ContentsstIf 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. 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. If the child is not large enough to wear the lap/shoulder belt properly, you should use a booster seat. 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. Child Safety For their safety, do not leave children alone in your car without adult supervision. Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenuTable of ContentsstChild Safety General Guidelines for Restraining Children Under 40 Ibs (18 kg) 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. Driver and Passenger Safety Restraining an Infant Who Weighs Less Than 20 Ibs (9 kg) 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 to follow the instructions for securing a child seat with a lap/shoulder belt on page 24. 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. An infant up to about 20 Ibs (9 kg) 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. Main MenuTable of ContentsstWe 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, be sure to follow the instructions for securing a child seat with a lap/shoulder belt on page 24. We strongly recommend that you do not put an infant seat in the front passenger's seat. If the airbag inflates, it can hit the infant seat with great force. The infant seat can be dislodged or struck with enough force to cause very serious injury to the infant. Restraining a Child Who Weighs Between 20 and 40 Ibs (9 and 18 kg) Toddler seats are designed for children who weigh between 20 and 40 Ibs (9 and 18 kg). Child Safety 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, be sure to follow the instructions for securing a child seat with a lap/shoulder belt on page 24. If you are using a toddler seat in the front passenger's seat, move the passenger's seat as far back as possible before installing the child seat. 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 Main MenuTable of ContentsstChild Safety Restraining a Child Who Weighs Over 40 Ibs (18 kg) 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. Driver and Passenger Safety Put the lap/shoulder 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. 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. Securing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt The lap/shoulder belt retractors in the passenger seating positions have a built-in locking mechanism in- tended to secure a child seat. When you are placing a child seat in one of these outside seating positions, do the following: 1. Place the child seat in the desired seating position. Route the lap/ shoulder belt through the seat according to the seat manufac- turer's instructions. 2. Insert the latch plate into the buckle. Make sure it is fully latched. 3. Slowly pull the shoulder portion of the belt out of the retractor until it stops. Main MenuTable of Contentsst4. Allow the belt to slowly feed back into the retractor. You should hear a clicking noise that indicates the locking mechanism has engaged. 5. After the belt has retracted fully, pull up on the shoulder portion to remove any slack. 6. Push and pull on the child seat to verify that it is held firmly in place. If not, unlatch the seat belt, allow it to retract fully, and repeat these steps. To unlatch the seat belt, push the red PRESS button on the buckle. Guide the belt across to the door pillar. If the belt doesn't retract easily, pull it out and check for twists or kinks. Using Child Restraints with Tethers Your Honda has three attachment points for tether-style child seats. Select the attachment point you want to use and remove the plug with a small flat-tipped screwdriver or fingernail file. Child Safety Then install the tether hardware that came with the child seat. Tighten the bolt to: 22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16 lbf.ft) If you are not sure how to install the hardware, have it installed by your authorized Honda dealer. If you need an anchor plate and mounting hardware, contact your Honda dealer. CONTINUED Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenuTable of ContentsstChild Safety Canadian Models 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 install- ing, make sure the toothed washer is on the bottom of the bolt. The supplied anchor plate is designed only for mounting a child restraint. Do not use it for any other purpose. Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenuTable of ContentsstAlcohol and Drugs Driving a car requires your full at- tention and alertness. Traffic condi- tions change rapidly. You must be able to react just as rapidly. Alcohol or drugs directly affect your alert- ness and ability to react. Even pre- scription and non-prescription medi- cines can have this effect. There are laws that deal with drunken driving. These laws define how much alcohol it takes in your system to be legally "drunk." How- ever, your judgment and reaction time get worse with every drink— even the first one. The safest thing you can do is never drink and drive. This can be done if you plan ahead. If you know you are going to be drinking, make plans to ride with a friend who will not be drinking. If you have no choice but to drive, stop drinking and give yourself lots of time to sober up. Time is the only thing that can make you sober. Things like coffee or a cold shower don't speed up the process. What if you find that you've been drinking and cannot get a ride from a friend? Find alternative transpor- tation. Call a taxi. Take a bus. Many communities have transportation services devoted to shuttling people who have been drinking. If you see friends trying to get behind the wheel after drinking, stop them. Drive them yourself or arrange other transportation. If you think you are interfering, remember that your interference will keep them from sharing the road with you. Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenuTable of ContentsstCarbon Monoxide Hazard Your car's exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas. You should have no problem with carbon monoxide entering the car in normal driving if you maintain your car properly. Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever: The car is raised for an oil change. You notice a change in the sound of the exhaust. The car was in an accident that may have damaged the underside. Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and even kill you. Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that expose you to carbon monoxide. High levels of carbon monoxide can collect rapidly in enclosed areas, such as a garage. Do not run the engine with the garage door closed. Even with the door open, run the engine only long enough to move the car out of the garage. Driver and Passenger Safety With the trunk lid open, air flow can pull exhaust gas into your car's interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the trunk lid open, open all the windows and set the heating and cooling system as shown below. If you must sit in your parked car, even in an unconfined area, with the engine running, adjust the heating and cooling system as follows: 1. Select the Fresh Air mode. 2. Select the 3. Turn the fan on high speed, 4. Set the temperature control to a mode. comfortable setting. Main MenuTable of ContentsstThese labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury. Read these labels carefully and don't remove them. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda dealer for a replacement. BATTERY Safety Labels RADIATOR CAP Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenuTable of ContentsstThis section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of your Honda. All the essential controls are within easy reach. Control Locations............................ 32 Indicator Lights................................ 33 Gauges.............................................. 37 Speedometer................................ 37 Tachometer.................................. 37 Odometer...................................... 37 Trip Meter.................................... 37 Fuel Gauge................................... 38 Temperature Gauge.................... 38 Maintenance Required Indicator.................................... 39 Controls Near the Steering Wheel........................................ 40 Headlights.................................... 41 Daytime Running Lights............. 41 Instrument Panel Brightness..... 42 Turn Signals................................. 42 Windshield Wipers...................... 43 Windshield Washers................... 43 Hazard Warning........................... 44 Rear Window Defogger.............. 44 Steering Wheel Adjustment....... 45 Steering Wheel Controls ................ 46 Cruise Control.............................. 46 Keys and Locks................................ 49 Keys............................................... 49 Instruments and Controls Ignition Switch............................. 49 Door Locks................................... 50 Power Door Locks....................... 51 Remote Transmitter.................... 52 Trunk............................................ 55 Seat Adjustments............................ 56 Front Seat Adjustments.............. 56 Rear Seat Access......................... 57 Head Restraints........................... 57 Folding Rear Seat............................ 58 Power Windows............................... 59 Moonroof.......................................... 61 Mirrors.............................................. 61 Adjusting the Power Mirrors..... 62 Parking Brake.................................. 62 Glove Box......................................... 63 Beverage Holder.............................. 64 Accessory Power Socket................ 65 Ashtrays............................................ 65 Interior Light.................................... 66 Instruments and Controls Main MenustMIRROR CONTROLS (P.62) AUDIO SYSTEM, DIGITAL CLOCK (P. 76, 81) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.68) Control Locations DOOR LOCK SWITCHES (P.51) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.59) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P.92) TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE (P.55) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.93) Instruments and Controls Main MenuTable of ContentsstThe instrument panel has many indicators to give you important information about your car. Lamp Check These indicator lights come on when you turn the ignition switch ON (II), allowing you to see that they are working: SRS Indicator Malfunction Indicator Lamp Charging System Indicator Low Oil Pressure Indicator Anti-lock Brake System Indicator Seat Belt Reminder Light D4 Lamp If an indicator does not light during this test, it cannot alert you if that system develops a problem. Have the dealer check your car for burned-out bulbs or other problems. * The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian model are noted in the text. Indicator Lights

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