2005 Honda Civic Coupe Owners Manual

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Jump Starting . 127 . 187 . 196 . 202 . 189 . 200 . 204 . 64 . 196 Low Oil Pressure Indicator Malfunction Indicator Lamp Manually Closing Moonroof Overheated Engine Towing ..... ... ... .................. ....................................... ........................... ...................... ...................... ............ ....................... ............. Emergency Brake Emergency Flashers Emergency Towing Emergency Trunk Opener Emissions Controls Emissions Testing, State Engine . 200 . 201 . 203 . 197 . 209 . 81 . 64 . 209 . 70 . 219 . 222 . 162 Adding Engine Coolant ............ .... Coolant Temperature Gauge . 59 If It Won’t Start ......................... . 194 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ................................ ........ Oil Pressure Indicator Oil, Synthetic Oil, What Kind to Use Overheating Specifications Speed Limiter Starting . 54, 201 . 54, 200 . 160 . 159 . 197 . 214 . 137, 140, 144 . 135 ....................................... . 122 ...................... Ethanol in Gasoline Evaporative Emissions Controls . 219 ............................. .............. ............................... ............................ ............ Exhaust Fumes Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ............................... Belts by ........................................ . 16 . 45 Fan Control Features Filling the Fuel Tank Filters ...................................... ........................................... .................... Dust and Pollen Oil ......................... ............................................... ............. ................... Flashers, Hazard Warning Flat Tire, Changing a Fluids . 89 . 87 . 123 . 176 . 160 . 64 . 189 Automatic Transmission Brake Clutch Manual Transmission Power Steering Windshield Washer .......... .......................................... ......................................... .............. .......................... .................. . 165 . 168 . 168 . 167 . 169 . 164 FM Stereo Radio Reception Folding Rear Seat ..................................... ........................... . 97 . 76 CONTINUED III Main Menust０４／０８／０４　１５：００：０１　３１Ｓ５Ｐ６４０　０２３５ Index Four-way Flashers Front Airbags Front Seat .......................... .............................. . 64 . 9, 22 Adjusting Airbags ...................................... Fuel Economy Fill Door and Cap Gauge Low Fuel Indicator Octane Requirement Oxygenated Tank, Refueling ..................................... ................................................. .................................... ...................... ........................................... ..................... ................ ............................... ........................ .............................. ..................... Fuse Locations Fuses, Checking the . 73 . 9, 22 . 122 . 127 . 123 . 58 . 56 . 122 . 122 . 123 . 207 . 204 Gas Mileage, Improving Gasohol Gasoline Gauge Low Fuel Indicator Octane Requirement Tank, Refueling ............... .......................................... ......................................... ........................................... ..................... ................ ........................ ................ Gas Station Procedures . 127 . 122 . 122 . 58 . 56 . 122 . 123 . 123 IV Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature . 59 Fuel . 58 ... ............................................... Gearshift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission Manual Transmission .......... .............. ........................................ Glove Box Gross Axle Weight Rating . 138 . 136 . 84 (GAWR) ..................................... . 131 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ..................................... . 131 . 170 . 64 ............. .............. Halogen Headlight Bulbs Hazard Warning Flashers Headlights Aiming Daytime Running Lights High Beam Indicator Reminder Tone Replacing Halogen Bulbs Turning on ........................................ ............ .................. ........................... ........ ................................... .............................. ............................... ....................... Head Restraints Heated Mirrors Heating and Cooling . 170 . 62 . 55 . 62 . 170 . 62 . 75 . 81 . 88 . 135 ............. High Altitude, Starting at . 62 ............................ High Beam Lever High-mount Brake Light .............. . 174 Hood, Opening and Closing the . 124 .. . 60 Horn .................................................. ........................... Hydraulic Clutch . 168 ... .............. .............. Identification Number, Vehicle . 212 If the Engine Overheats . 197 If the Engine Wont Start . 194 Ignition Keys Switch Timing Control System .............................................. ........................................... ............ ........................ ......... Immobilizer System Important Safety Precautions Indicators . 66 . 68 . 220 . 67 . 6 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) Brake (Parking and Brake .............. . 55 System) .................................... Charging System Cruise Control DRL (Daytime Running ................ ............................. . 55 . 54, 200 . 56 Lights) ...................................... . 55 Main Menust０４／０８／０４　１５：００：０８　３１Ｓ５Ｐ６４０　０２３６ Index ................................... ........ ...................................... High Beam Key (Immobilizer System) Low Fuel Low Oil Pressure Malfunction Lamp Side Airbag Off SRS Trunk Open Turn Signal and Hazard ................ .................... ........................... ............................................... ................................. . 55 . 56 . 56 . 54, 200 . 201 . 54 . 54 . 56 Warning Washer Level ................................... .............................. . 56 . 56 Indicators, Instrument . 51, 52 . 32 Panel ....................................... ............................... Infant Restraint Infant Seats Installing Tether Anchor Points Inflation, Proper Tire High Speed Driving Normal Driving ...................................... ................ ................... .................. ......................... ................................... ............................. .................... Inside Mirror Inspection, Tire Installing a Child Seat Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Brightness Instrument and Controls ........................ ........ ................ . 35 . 40 . 178 . 179 . 179 . 80 . 180 . 35 . 3, 50 . 63 . 49 Interior Lights Introduction ................................. ........................................ . 86 . i Jacking up the Vehicle Jack, Tire Jump Starting ................. ....................................... ................................ . 190 . 189 . 196 Keys .................................................. . 66 Locks Anti-theft Steering Column Fuel Fill Door Power Door Trunk ....... ............................ ................................. ........................................... ........................ ......................... . 68 . 123 . 69 . 70 . 126 Low Coolant Level . 56 Low Fuel Indicator . 54, 200 Low Oil Pressure Indicator Lower Anchors . 36 Lower Gear, Downshifting to a . 136 Lubricant Specifications Chart . 214 . 130 Luggage, Storing (Cargo) ................................ ... ... ........... ... Label, Certification Lane Change, Signaling Lap/Shoulder Belts Lights ....................... ................. .................. . 212 . 62 . 14, 18 .................... ............................... Bulb Replacement Indicators Parking Turn Signal ......................................... .................................. .................................... ...... Load Limits LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 170 . 51, 52 . 62 . 62 . 131 . 68 Maintenance .................................. . 149 Owner’s Maintenance Checks ................................. ................................... . 152 . 155-157 . 57 . 150 ............................. . 151-154 Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 54, 201 Record Required Indicator Safety Schedule ...................... .......................................... CONTINUED Main Menust０４／０８／０４　１５：００：１４　３１Ｓ５Ｐ６４０　０２３７ Index Manual Transmission Checking Fluid Level Shifting Manual Transmission Fluid Mats, Floor Meters, Gauges Methanol in Gasoline Mirrors, Adjusting Modifying Your Vehicle Moonroof ................... ............... ....................................... ........ .................................... ............................... ................... .......................... ............... ......................................... ...................... ..................................... .................................................. Closing Manually Operation . 136 . 167 . 136 . 167 . 175 . 58 . 122 . 80 . 129 . 79 . 203 . 79 . 99 MP3 Neutral Gear Position New Vehicle Break-in Normal Shift Speeds NOTICE, Explanation of Numbers, Identification .......... .................. ..................... . 140, 143 . 122 . 137 . i . 212 ................... ............... Octane Requirement, Gasoline ... Odometer ......................................... . 122 . 58 VI Odometer, Trip Oil ............................... . 58 ........................ Change, How to ...................... Change, When to ...................... Checking Engine .............. Pressure Indicator Selecting Proper Viscosity . 160 . 153 . 125 . 54, 200 Chart ...................................... ........... . 159 . 68 ON (Ignition Key Position) Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery Outside Mirrors Overheating, Engine Owner’s Maintenance Checks Oxygenated Fuels .................................... .............................. .................... .... ......................... . 219 . 80 . 197 . 152 . 122 .............. Panel Brightness Control Park Gear Position Parking Parking Brake Parking Brake and Brake ........................................... ................................. . 63 . 139, 143 . 145 . 81 ............... System Indicator . 55, 202 . 172 ............................... Parking Lights Parking Over Things that Burn . 221 .. ................. .......... ............................. .................................. ................................... .......................... PGM-FI System Playing a Disc Pollen Filter Power Door Locks Power Socket Locations Power Steering Fluid Power Windows Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts Preparing to Drive Protecting Adults and Teens . 220 . 99 . 176 . 69 . 82, 85 . 169 . 78 . 16 . 134 . 11 Additional Safety Precautions . 16 . 16 Advice for Pregnant Women . 27 . 27 . 35 . 32 . 41 . 33 . 34 .................... .............................. ......... ........................ ......... ... ..... ........................ ....................... ................ ....................... ....... ......... ................. Protecting Children General Guideline Installing a Child Seat Protecting Infants Protecting Larger Children Protecting Small Children Selecting a Child Seat Using Child Seats with Tethers Using LATCH ..................................... ............................. . 40 . 36 Radiator Overheating ................... . 197 Main Menust０４／０８／０４　１５：００：２１　３１Ｓ５Ｐ６４０　０２３８ Index Radio/CD/Cassette Sound System Recommended Tire Pressures Radio Theft Protection Readiness Codes Rear Lights, Bulb ................... .............................. ... ................. . 92 . 179 . 114 . 201, 222 . 173 . 74 . 76 . 80 . 64 . 73 . 137 . 123 . 51, 52 . 71 Replacement .............................. ............................ .......................... ............................ ................. ................ ....... ........................................ Rear Seat Access Rear Seat, Folding Rear View Mirror Rear Window Defogger Reclining the Seat-backs Recommended Shift Speeds Refueling Reminder Indicators Remote Transmitter Replacement Information Dust and Pollen Filter Engine Oil and Filter Fuses Light Bulbs Schedule Spark Plugs Timing Belt Tires and Wheels Wiper Blades .............. ................ .......................................... ................................ .................................... ................................ ................................ ...................... ............................. ................. ....................... . 176 . 160 . 204 . 170 . 151 . 214 . 169 . 181 . 176 . 20 . 226 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash ............................................ .......... Reporting Safety Defects Reserve Tank, Engine ＊ Coolant ............................... ............................... Restraint, Child Reverse Gear Position Roof Rack Rotation, Tire ...................................... ................................ .......... . 126, 162 . 27 . 139, 143 . 132 . 181 ＊ Safety Belts Safety Defects, Reporting Safety Features .................................. ......... ................................. ........................................... ....................................... ............. ............................... Safety Labels, Location of Safety Messages Seat Belts ..................................... Airbags Seat Belts . 8, 18 . 226 . 7 . 9 . 8 . 46 . ii . 8, 18 . 18 Additional Information Automatic Seat Belt ............... Tensioners ............................... ..................................... Cleaning Lap/Shoulder Belt Maintenance ................................ . 19 . 174 . 14, 18 . 19 ................ Reminder Indicator and Beeper ................................ System Components Use During Pregnancy Wearing a Lap/Shoulder ................... ............... . 18, 54 . 18 . 16 ..................................... Seats Seats, Folding Rear Selecting a Child Seat Serial Number Service Intervals Service Manual Service Station Procedures Setting the Clock Shift Lever Position Indicators Shift Lock Release Side Airbags Belt ................................................. ......................... ..................... ............................... ........................... ........................... ......... .......................... ... ........................ ................................ .......................... . 14, 18 . 73 . 76 . 34 . 212 . 153 . 227 . 123 . 115 . 138 . 141 . 9, 24 . 26, 54 Off Indicator ＊ Side Marker Lights, Bulb Replacement Signaling Turns Snow Chains Snow Tires Socket, Accessory Power .............................. ............................... .................................. ..................................... .............. . 172 . 62 . 183 . 182 . 85 CONTINUED VII Main Menust０４／０８／０４　１５：００：２６　３１Ｓ５Ｐ６４０　０２３９ Index .................................. . 92 Steering Wheel Sound System Spare Tire Inflating Specifications Spark Plugs Specifications Speed Control Speed Limiter SRS, Additional Information ...................................... ............................ .................................... ................................ ................................ ................ . 188 . 215 . 214 . 214 . 117 . 137, 140, 144 . 21 Additional Safety Precautions . 26 Airbag Service . 26 Airbag System Components . 21 How the Passenger Airbag .......... ... ............................. ...... Off Indicator Works ............... . 26 How the SRS Indicator Works . 25 .. How Your Front Airbags Work ......................................... How Your Side Airbags Work ... . 22 . 24 . 25, 54 SRS Indicator ............................. START (Ignition Key Position) .... . 68 . 135 Starting the Engine ....................... In Cold Weather at High Altitude With a Dead Battery State Emissions Testing Steam Coming from Engine .................................. ................ .............. ........ . 135 . 196 . 222 . 197 VIII Adjustment Anti-theft Column Lock Steering Wheel Buttons Stereo Sound System Storing Your Vehicle Supplemental Restraint .................................. ............. ............... ..................... .................... . 65 . 68 . 117 . 92 . 185 .................................. ...................................... System Servicing SRS Indicator System Components ......................... ................... .................................. .9,21 . 26 . 25, 54 . 21 . 160 Synthetic Oil .......... Taillights, Changing Bulbs . 173 Taking Care of the Unexpected . 187 Tape Player .................................... . 111 Technical Descriptions DOT Tire Quality Grading Emissions Control Systems Oxygenated Fuels Three Way Catalytic .... ..... ..................... ＊ Converter ....................... . 216 . 219 . 122 Temperature Gauge Tether Anchor Points ....................... ..................... . 220, 221 . 59 . 40 Theft Protection, Radio Three Way Catalytic ................ . 114 Converter ........................... Tilt the Steering Wheel Time, Setting the Timing Belt Tire Chains Tire, How to Change a Flat Tires .................. .......................... .................................... .................................... ......... ............................................... .............................. ......................... .......................... ...... ...................................... .................................. ..................................... .............................. ................................... ...................................... ........................................... ............................ ................... Air Pressure Checking Wear Compact Spare DOT Tire Quality Grading Inflation Inspection Labeling Maintenance Replacing Rotating Snow Specifications . 220, 221 . 65 . 115 . 169 . 183 . 189 . 178 . 179 . 180 . 188 . 216 . 178 . 180 . 218 . 181 . 181 . 181 . 182 . 215 . 189 Tools, Tire Changing Towing A Trailer Emergency Wrecker ..................................... ................ . 148 . 209 Main Menust０４／０８／０４　１５：００：３３　３１Ｓ５Ｐ６４０　０２４０ Transmission Checking Fluid Level, Automatic .............................. . 165 Checking Fluid Level, ＊ Manual .................. ................................... Fluid Selection Identification Number Shifting the Automatic Shifting the Manual Treadwear Treadwear Indicators Trip Meter Trunk .............. ............. .................. ................................... ................... ....................................... ................................................ .................... ........................................ ............................ .................................... Emergency Opener Opening Open Indicator . 167 . 166, 167 . 213 . 138 . 136 . 216 . 180 . 58 . 70 . 70 . 70 . 56 . 62 Turn Signals Unexpected, Taking Care of the Uniform Tire Quality Grading Unleaded Gasoline Used Oil, How to Dispose of Using a Booster Seat . 187 .......................................... .. . 216 . 122 ........................ ....... . 161 . 42 ...................... ＊ Vanity Mirror Vehicle Capacity Load Vehicle Dimensions Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle Storage Ventilation VIN Viscosity, Oil .................................. ................. ...................... .... ............................. ........................................ ................................................. .................................. . 85 . 131 . 214 . 212 . 185 . 90 . 212 . 159 WARNING, Explanation of Warning Button, Hazard Warning Labels, Location of Warranty Coverages Washer, Windshield ............. ................ ......... .................... . ii . 64 . 46 . 225 Checking the Fluid Level Indicator Operation ........ ....................................... ..................................... . 164 . 56 . 61 Wheels Adjusting the Steering Alignment and Balance Compact Spare Replacing ............... ............ .......................... ................................... . 65 . 181 . 188 . 181 Index .............................. . 190 Wrench, Nut Windows Operating the Power Rear, Defogger .................. ........................... . 78 . 64 Windshield Cleaning Defroster Washers ....................................... ..................................... ....................................... . 61 . 91 . 61 Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades Operation Worn Tires Wrecker, Emergency Towing ....................... ..................................... .................................... ..... . 176 . 61 . 180 . 209 ＊ : U.S. only IX Main Menust０４／０８／０４　１５：００：５１　３１Ｓ５Ｐ６４０　０２４１ Service Information Summary Gasoline: Unleaded gasoline, pump octane number of 86 or higher. Fuel Tank Capacity: 13.2 US gal (50 ) Automatic Transmission Fluid: Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid) preferred, or a DEXRON III ATF as a temporary replacement (see page 166 ). Recommended Engine Oil: API Premium grade 5W-20 159 detergent oil (see page ). HX model (CVT) only: Use Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid) only Oil change capacity (including filter): U.S.: DX, Value Package, LX, LX Special Edition Canada: DX, REVERB, LX 3.4 US qt (3.2 ) U.S.: HX, EX, EX Special Edition Canada: Si 3.7 US qt (3.5 ) Manual Transmission Fluid: Honda Manual Transmission Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 motor oil as a temporary replacement (see page 167 ). Capacity (including differential): 1.6 US qt (1.5 ) Power Steering Fluid: Honda Power Steering Fluid preferred, or another brand of power steering fluid as a temporary replacement. Do not use ATF (see page 169 ). Brake Fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary replacement (see page 168 ). Tire Pressure (measured cold): Front/Rear: 30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm ) Spare Tire: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) Main Menust 2005 Civic 2 Door 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 Introduction ....................................................................................................................................... i A Few Words About Safety................................................................................................................ ii Your Vehicle at a Glance................................................................................................................... 3 Driver and Passenger Safety ............................................................................................................ 5 Seat belts, SRS, and child protection. Instruments and Controls................................................................................................................. 49 Indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column. Features .............................................................................................................................................. 87 Heating and cooling, audio, steering wheel, and cruise control. Before Driving.................................................................................................................................. 121 Fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading. Driving .............................................................................................................................................. 133 Engine and transmission operation. Maintenance..................................................................................................................................... 149 Schedules, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage. Taking Care of the Unexpected ...................................................................................................... 187 Flat tire, dead battery, overheating, fuses. Technical Information..................................................................................................................... 211 Vehicle specifications, tires, fuels, and emissions controls. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada)................................................................ 223 Warranty and contact information. Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)...................................................................................................... 227 How to order. Index..................................................................................................................................................... I Service Information Summary Fluid capacities and tire pressures. ０４／０８／０４　１４：２１：２６　３１Ｓ５Ｐ６４０　０００２ Congratulations! Your selection of a 2005 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 vehicle 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 vehicle. 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 dealer’s staff is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to your vehicle. Your dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer any questions and concerns. Introduction As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded by information is intended to help you avoid damage to your vehicle, other property, or the environment. symbol. This California Proposition 65 Warning This product contains WARNING: or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Event Data Recorders This vehicle is equipped with one or more recording devices commonly referred to as event data recorders or sensing and diagnostic modules. Main Menust０４／０８／０４　１４：２１：３８　３１Ｓ５Ｐ６４０　０００３ A 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. ii You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, including: Safety Labels − Safety Messages on the vehicle. − three signal words: These signal words mean: preceded by a safety alert symbol DANGER WARNING , or CAUTION and one of You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions. You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions. You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow instructions. Safety Headings − Safety Precautions. such as Important Safety Reminders or Important Safety Section Instructions − such as Driver and Passenger Safety. − how to use this vehicle correctly and safely. This entire book is filled with important safety information carefully. − please read it Main Menust０４／０８／０４　１４：２２：１５　３１Ｓ５Ｐ６４０　０００６ Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS(P. 51) GAUGES (P. 58) FRONT AIRBAGS (P.9,22) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P. 69) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 78) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P. 123) TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE (P. 70) A/T model is shown. HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 124) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P. 138) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P. 136) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P. 88) Main Menust０４／０８／０４　１４：２２：２２　３１Ｓ５Ｐ６４０　０００７ Your Vehicle at a Glance HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS (P. 62) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 61) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 64) MOONROOF SWITCH (P. 79) CRUISE CONTROL MASTER BUTTON (P. 117) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 92) CLOCK (P. 115) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P. 64) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P. 85) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 80) STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT (P. 65) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P. 117) Main Menust０４／０８／０４　１４：２２：２７　３１Ｓ５Ｐ６４０　０００８ Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important information about how to protect yourself and your passengers. It shows you how to use seat belts. It explains how your airbags work. And it tells you how to properly restrain infants and children in your vehicle. Important Safety Precautions Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Protecting Adults and Teens ......... ....... ......... 1. Close and Lock the Doors ..... 2. Adjust the Front Seats ........... 3. Adjust the Seat-Backs ............ 4. Adjust the Head Restraints ... 5. Fasten and Position the Seat ..................................... Belts . 6 . 7 . 11 . 11 . 11 . 12 . 13 . 14 6. Maintain a Proper Sitting Position . 15 Advice for Pregnant Women . 16 Additional Safety Precautions . 16 ................................ ..... ... Additional Information About Your Seat Belts ....................... . 18 .. Seat Belt System Components . 18 Lap/Shoulder Belt ...................... . 18 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners Seat Belt Maintenance Additional Information About ............................... ............... . 19 . 19 Your Airbags ........................... ...... . 21 . 21 Airbag System Components How Your Front Airbags Work . 22 How Your Side Airbags Work . 24 How the SRS Indicator Works . 25 How the Side Airbag Off ......................................... ... .. Indicator Works . 26 Airbag Service . 26 Additional Safety Precautions . 26 ...................... ............................. ... Protecting Children − General Guidelines ................................ . 27 All Children Must Be Restrained ............................... . 27 All Children Should Sit in a Back Seat ................................. The Passenger’s Front Airbag ................ If You Must Drive with Several ................................... Poses Serious Risks Children If a Child Requires Close . 28 . 28 . 30 Attention . 30 Additional Safety Precautions . 30 .................................. ... Protecting Infants and Small Children Selecting a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat With LATCH With a Seat Belt With a Tether Protecting Infants Protecting Small Children . 32 ................................... . 32 ....................... . 33 ......... . 34 ..................... . 35 .................... . 36 ............................... . 38 .......................... . 40 .............................. . 41 ........... . 41 ............... Checking Seat Belt Fit . 42 .................. Using a Booster Seat When Can a Child Sit in Front .. . 43 Additional Safety Precautions . 44 ... . 45 ............. ................................... . 46 Carbon Monoxide Hazard Safety Labels Protecting Larger Children Main Menust０４／０８／０４　１４：２２：３８　３１Ｓ５Ｐ６４０　０００９ Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety recommendations throughout this section, and throughout this manual. The recommendations on this page are the ones we consider to be the most important. Always Wear Your Seat Belt A seat belt is your best protection in all types of collisions. Airbags are designed to supplement seat belts, not replace them. So even though your vehicle is equipped with airbags, make sure you and your passengers always wear your seat belts, and wear them properly (see page 14 ). Restrain All Children Children age 12 and under should ride properly restrained in a back seat, not the front seat. Infants and small children should be restrained in a child seat. Larger children should use a booster seat and a lap/ shoulder belt until they can use the belt properly without a booster seat (see pages 27 44 ). − Be Aware of Airbag Hazards While airbags can save lives, they can cause serious or fatal injuries to occupants who sit too close to them, or are not properly restrained. Infants, young children, and short adults are at the greatest risk. Be sure to follow all instructions and warnings in this manual. Don’t Drink and Drive Alcohol and driving don’t mix. Even one drink can reduce your ability to respond to changing conditions, and your reaction time gets worse with every additional drink. So don’t drink and drive, and don’t let your friends drink and drive, either. Control Your Speed Excessive speed is a major factor in crash injuries and deaths. Generally, the higher the speed, the greater the risk, but serious injuries can also occur at lower speeds. Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions, regardless of the maximum speed posted. Keep Your Vehicle in Safe Condition Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can be extremely hazardous. To reduce the possibility of such problems, check your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance (see page 152 ). Main MenuTable of Contentsst０４／０８／０４　１４：２２：４７　３１Ｓ５Ｐ６４０　００１０ (1) (3) (4) (6) (8) (10) (7) (5) (8) (2) (7) (2) (9) (11) (1) Safety Cage (2) Crush Zone (3) Seats and Seat-Backs (4) Head Restraints (5) Collapsible Steering Column (6) Seat Belts (7) Front Airbags (8) Side Airbags (Optional) (9) Front Seat Belt Tensioners (10) Door Locks (11) Seat Belt Buckle Tensioners Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to protect you and your passengers during a crash. Some features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment; front and rear crush zones; a collapsible steering column; and tensioners that tighten the front seat belts in a crash. However, you and your passengers can’t take full advantage of these features unless you remain sitting in a proper position and alwayswear . In fact, some safety yourseatbelts features can contribute to injuries if they are not used properly. The following pages explain how you can take an active role in protecting yourself and your passengers. Main MenuTable of Contentsst０４／０８／０４　１４：２３：００　３１Ｓ５Ｐ６４０　００１１ Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Seat Belts Your vehicle is equipped with seat belts in all seating positions. Your seat belt system also includes

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