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or replacing components with non-Honda components could seriously affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, and reliability.

Be sure electronic accessories do not overload electrical circuits (see page the proper operation of your vehicle.

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

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

Some examples are:

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

Raising your vehicle with a non-Honda suspension kit can affect the handling and stability.

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

Accessories and Modifications

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

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

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

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Carrying Cargo

CONSOLE COMPARTMENT ＊

DOOR POCKET

CENTER POCKET

SEAT-BACK POCKET ＊

GLOVE BOX

TRUNK

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Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas:

Glove box Door and seat-back pockets Console compartment Center pocket Trunk, including the rear seats when folded down

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

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Load Limits The maximum load for your vehicle is 850 lbs (385 kg) for U.S. models and 395 kg for Canadian models. This figure includes the total weight of all occupants, cargo, and accessories.

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

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

Steps for determining correct load limit:

4.

1.

2.

3.

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

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

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

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

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×

5.

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

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

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Carrying Cargo

Carrying Items in the Passenger Compartment

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

Carrying Cargo in the Trunk

Distribute cargo evenly on the floor of the trunk, placing the heaviest items on the bottom and as far forward as possible.

Cargo Net Optional The cargo net can be used to help hold down items stored in the trunk.

Ifyoufolddownthebackseat,tie down items that could be thrown about the vehicle during a crash or sudden stop.

If you carry large items that prevent you from closing the trunk lid, exhaust gas can enter the passenger area. To avoid the possibility of poisoning on page 50

, follow the instructions

carbon monoxide

Do not put any items on top of the rear shelf. They can block your view and be thrown around the vehicle during a crash.

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

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

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Driving

This section gives you tips on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to operate the manual and automatic transmissions. It also includes important information on parking your vehicle, and the braking system.

Driving Guidelines Preparing to Drive Starting the Engine Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission Parking Braking System Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Towing a Trailer

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Use caution if you ever drive your vehicle on very rough or rutted roads. You could damage the suspension and underbody by bottoming out. Going too fast over parking lot ‘‘speed bumps’’ can also cause damage.

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Curbs and steep inclines could damage the front and rear bumpers. Low curbs that do not affect the average vehicle may be high enough to hit the bumper on your vehicle. The front or rear bumper may scrape when trying to drive onto an incline, such as a steep driveway or trailer ramps.

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Youshoulddothefollowingchecks and adjustments before you drive your vehicle.

5.

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

10.

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

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Preparing to Drive

1.

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

2.

Check that the hood is fully closed.

6.

Check the seat adjustment (see page ). 90

7.

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

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11.

When you start the engine, check the gauges and indicators in the ). instrument panel (see page

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3.

Check that the trunk is fully closed.

8.

Check the steering wheel adjustment (see page 73

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4.

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

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9.

Make sure the doors are securely closed and locked.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstThe engine is harder to start in cold weather. Also, the thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400
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Starting theEngine

1.

Apply the parking brake.

2.

3.

4.

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

Manual Transmission: Push the clutch pedal down all the way. The START (III) position does not function unless the clutch pedal is pressed.

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

Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to the START (III) position. Do not hold the key in the START (III) position for more than 15 seconds at a time. If the engine does not start right away, pause for at least 10 seconds before trying again.

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

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5.

6.

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

If the engine fails to start, press the accelerator pedal all the way down, and hold it there while starting to clear flooding. If the engine still does not start, return to step 5.

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Manual Transmission

cause your clutch to wear out faster.

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

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DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX The manual transmission is synchronized in all forward gears for smooth operation. It has a lockout so you cannot shift directly from fifth to reverse.

Si On vehicles with 6-speed manual transmission, the lockout system prevents you from shifting directly from any forward gear to reverse while the vehicle is moving at a certain speed (see page ).

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When shifting up or down, make sure you push the clutch pedal down all the way, shift to the next gear, and let the pedal up gradually. When you are not shifting, do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal. This can

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

Rapid slowing or speeding-up can cause loss of control on slippery surfaces. If you crash, you can be injured.

Use extra care when driving on slippery surfaces.

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time on a hot day, be careful before moving the shift lever. Because of the heat, the shift lever may be extremely hot. If the outside temperature is low, the shift lever feels cold.

Recommended Shift Points Drive in the highest gear that lets the engine run and accelerate smoothly. This will give you good fuel economy and effective emissions control. The following shift points are recommended:

With5-speedmanualtransmission

Shift up

Normal acceleration

1st to 2nd 2nd to 3rd 3rd to 4th 4th to 5th

15 mph (24 km/h) 27 mph (43 km/h) 39 mph (63 km/h) 53 mph (85 km/h)

With6-speedmanualtransmission

Shift up

Normal acceleration

1st to 2nd 2nd to 3rd 3rd to 4th 4th to 5th 5th to 6th

17 mph (27 km/h) 29 mph (47 km/h) 37 mph (60 km/h) 43 mph (69 km/h) 49 mph (79 km/h)

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Engine Speed Limiter If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in, the engine speed will enter into the tachometer’s red zone. If this occurs, you may feel the engine cut in and out. This is caused by a limiter in the engine’s computer controls. The engine will run normally when you reduce the rpm below the red zone.

Before downshifting, make sure the engine will not go into the tachometer’s red zone.

Reverse Lockout 6-speedmanualtransmission The manual transmission has lockout so you cannot accidentally shift from any forward gear to reverse while the vehicle is moving at a certain speed. If you cannot shift to reverse when the vehicle is stopped:

OnSimodel Your vehicle has a rev limit indicator to show you when the engine speed is near the tachometer’s red zone (see page

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Manual Transmission

2.

If you are still unable to shift to reverse, apply the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position.

3.

Press the clutch pedal, and shift to reverse.

4.

With the clutch pedal still pressed, start the engine.

If you need to use this procedure to shift to reverse, your vehicle may be developing a problem. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer.

1.

With the clutch pedal pressed, move the shift lever to the first/ second gear side of the neutral gate, then shift to reverse.

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Automatic Transmission

Shift Lever Position Indicators

These indicators on the instrument panel show which position the shift lever is in.

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The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it flashes while driving (in any shift position), it indicates a possible problem in the transmission.

If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on along with the ‘‘D’’ indicator, there is a problem in the automatic transmission control system. Avoid rapid acceleration, and have the transmission checked by your dealer as soon as possible.

Shifting

SHIFT LEVER

RELEASE BUTTON

To shift from any position, press firmly on the brake pedal and press the release button on the front of the shift lever. You cannot shift out of Park when the ignition switch is in the LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I) position.

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Automatic Transmission

Do this:

Press the brake pedal, and press the shift lever release button.

Press the shift lever release button.

Move the shift lever.

If you have done all of the above and still cannot move the lever out of Shift Lock Release Park, see on page 201

To avoid transmission damage, come to a complete stop before shifting into Park. You must also press the release button to shift into Park. The shift lever must be in Park before you can remove the key from the ignition switch.

To shift from:

P to R

R to P N to R D to 2
2 to 1
1 to 2
2 to D D to D D to N D to D N to D R to N

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Press the brake

Reverse (R) pedal and press the release button on the front of the shift lever to shift from Park to reverse. To shift from reverse to neutral, come to a complete stop and then shift. Press the release button before shifting into reverse from neutral.

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This position mechani-

Park (P) cally locks the transmission. Use Park whenever you are turning off or starting the engine. To shift out of Park, you must press on the brake pedal and have your foot off the accelerator pedal. Press the release button on the front of the shift lever to move it.

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Neutral (N) need to restart a stalled engine, or if it is necessary to stop briefly with the engine idling. Shift to the Park position if you need to leave your vehicle for any reason. Press on the brake pedal when you are moving the shift lever from neutral to another gear.

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Drive (D) your normal driving. The transmission automatically selects a suitable gear (1 through 5) for your speed and acceleration. You may notice the transmission shifting up at higher engine speeds when the engine is cold. This helps the engine warm up faster.

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First (1) To shift from second to first, press the release button on the front of the shift lever. This position locks the transmission in first gear. By upshifting and downshifting through 1, 2, D , and D, you can operate the transmission much like a manual transmission without a clutch pedal.

Engine Speed Limiter If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in, the engine speed will enter into the tachometer’s red zone. If this occurs, you may feel the engine cut in and out. This is caused by a limiter in the engine’s computer controls. The engine will run normally when you reduce the rpm below the red zone.

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This position is similar

Drive (D ) to D, except only the first three gears are selected. Use D to provide engine braking when going down a steep hill. D can also keep the transmission from cycling between third and fourth gears in stop-and-go driving.

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To shift to second,

Second (2) press the release button on the front of the shift lever. This position locks the transmission in second gear. It does not downshift to first gear when you come to a stop.

Use second gear:

For more power when climbing. To increase engine braking when going down steep hills. For starting out on a slippery surface or in deep snow. To help reduce wheel spin.

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Shift Lock Release Do this if pushing on the brake pedal and pressing the release button does not shift the transmission out of Park:

1.

Set the parking brake.

2.

Remove the key from the ignition switch.

COVER

metal fingernail file, carefully pry on the edge of the cover to remove it.

6.

RELEASE BUTTON

Automatic Transmission

Remove the key from the shift lock release slot, then install the cover. Make sure the notch on the cover is on the rear. Return the key to the ignition switch, press the brake pedal, and restart the engine.

If you need to use the shift lock release, it means your vehicle is developing a problem. Have it checked by your dealer.

SHIFT LOCK RELEASE SLOT

4.

Insert the key in the shift lock release slot.

5.

Push down on the key while you press the release button on the shift lever and move the lever out of Park to neutral.

3.

Put a cloth on the edge of the shift lock release slot cover. Using a small flat-tipped screwdriver or a

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Parking

Always use the parking brake when you park your vehicle. Make sure the parking brake is set firmly, or your vehicle may roll if it is parked on an incline.

If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, set the parking brake before you put the transmission in Park. This keeps the vehicle from moving and putting pressure on the parking mechanism in the transmission.

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Parking Tips

Make sure the moonroof (if equipped) and the windows are closed.

Turn off the lights.

Place any packages, valuables, etc., in the trunk or take them with you.

Lock the doors.

Onvehicleswithsecuritysystem Check the indicator on the instrument panel to verify that the security system is set.

Never park over dry leaves, tall grass, or other flammable materials. The hot three way catalytic converter could cause these materials to catch on fire.

If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn the front wheels away from the curb. If you have a manual transmission, put it in first gear.

If the vehicle is facing downhill, turn the front wheels toward the curb. If you have a manual transmission, put it in reverse gear.

Make sure the parking brake is fully released before driving away. Driving with the parking brake partially set can overheat or damage the rear brakes.

Never install a sunshade between the upper and lower meters on the instrument panel. If you do, you could cause heat damage to the upper meter on a very hot day.

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Check the brakes after driving through deep water. Apply the brakes moderately to see if they feel normal. If not, apply them gently and frequently until they do. Be extra cautious in your driving.

Braking System Design The hydraulic system that operates the brakes has two separate circuits. Each circuit works diagonally across the vehicle (the left-front brake is connected with the right-rear brake, etc.). If one circuit should develop a problem, you will still have braking at two wheels.

Your vehicle is equipped with front disc brakes. The brakes on the rear wheels may be disc or drum, depending on the model. A power assist helps reduce the effort needed on the brake pedal. The ABS helps you retain steering control when braking very hard.

Resting your foot on the pedal keeps the brakes applied lightly, builds up heat, and reduces their effectiveness. It also keeps your brake lights on all the time, confusing drivers behind you.

Constant application of the brakes when going down a long hill builds up heat and reduces their effective- ness. Use the engine to assist the brakes by taking your foot off the accelerator and downshifting to a lower gear.

Braking System

Brake Wear Indicators If the brake pads need replacing, you will hear a distinctive, metallic screeching sound when you apply the brake pedal. If you do not have the brake pads replaced, they will screech all the time. It is normal for the brakes to occasionally squeal or squeak when you apply them.

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Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)

The anti-lock brake system (ABS) helps prevent the brakes from locking up, and helps you retain steering control by pumping the brakes rapidly, much faster than a person can do it.

The ABS also balances the front-to- rear braking distribution according to vehicle loading.

Youshouldneverpumpthebrakepedal. Let the ABS work for you by always keeping firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. This is sometimes referred to as ‘‘stomp and steer.’’

You will feel a pulsation in the brake pedal when the ABS activates, and you may hear some noise. This is normal: it is the ABS rapidly pumping the brakes. On dry pavement, you will need to press on the brake pedal very hard before the ABS activates. However, you may feel the ABS activate immediately if you are trying to stop on snow or ice.

ABS Indicator

If this indicator comes on, the anti- lock function of the braking system has shut down. The brakes still work like a conventional system, but without anti-lock. You should have your dealer inspect your vehicle as soon as possible.

If the ABS indicator and the brake system indicator come on together, and the parking brake is fully released, the front-to-rear braking distribution system may also be shut down.

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. If the brakes feel normal,

Test your brakes as instructed on page drive slowly and have your vehicle repaired by your dealer as soon as possible. Avoid sudden hard braking which could cause the rear wheels to lock up and possibly lead to a loss of control.

If the indicator comes on while driving, test the brakes as instructed on page

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Important Safety Reminders ABS does not reduce the time or distance it takes to stop the vehicle. It only helps with the steering control during braking.

ABS will not prevent a skid that results from changing direction abruptly, such as trying to take a corner too fast or making a sudden lane change. Always drive at a safe speed for the road and weather conditions.

ABS cannot prevent a loss of stability. Always steer moderately when you are braking hard. Severe or sharp steering wheel movement can still cause your vehicle to veer into oncoming traffic or off the road.

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS), Towing a Trailer

A vehicle with ABS may require a longer distance to stop on loose or uneven surfaces, such as gravel or snow, than a vehicle without anti- lock. Slow down, and allow a greater distance between vehicles under those conditions.

Towing a Trailer Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer; Attempting to do so can void your warranties.

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Maintenance

This section explains why it is important to keep your vehicle well maintained and how to follow basic maintenance safety precautions.

This section also includes instructions on how to read the maintenance minder messages in the information display, a maintenance record, and instructions for simple maintenance tasks you may want to take care of yourself.

If you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance tasks on your vehicle, you may want to purchase the service manual. See page for information on how to obtain a copy, or see your dealer.

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Recommended Engine Oil Synthetic Oil Engine Oil Additives

Maintenance Safety Maintenance Minder Maintenance Record Fluid Locations Adding Engine Oil

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Changing the Oil and Filter . 222
Engine Coolant . 224
Windshield Washers . 227
Automatic Transmission Fluid . 228
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Manual Transmission Fluid . 230
Brake and Clutch Fluid . 231
Power Steering Fluid Lights . 232
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Cleaning the Seat Belts . 238
Floor Mats . 239
Dust and Pollen Filter Wiper Blades . 239
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Tires . 248
Checking the Battery Vehicle Storage . 250

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Maintenance Safety

All service items not detailed in this section should be performed by a certified technician or other qualified mechanic.

Important Safety Precautions To eliminate potential hazards, read the instructions before you begin, and make sure you have the tools and skills required.

Make sure your vehicle is parked on level ground, the parking brake is set, and the engine is off.

To clean parts, use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not gasoline.

To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames away from the battery and all fuel-related parts.

Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or compressed air.

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Improperly maintaining this vehicle, or failing to correct a problem before driving can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.

Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in this owner’s manual.

Injury from moving parts. not run the engine unless instructed to do so.

Do

Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can cause you to be seriously hurt or killed.

Always follow the procedures and precautions in this owner’s manual.

Potential Vehicle Hazards

Carbon Monoxide poison from engine exhaust. Be sure there is adequate ventilation whenever you operate the engine.

Burns from hot parts. Let the engine and exhaust system cool before touching any parts.

Some of the most important safety precautions are given here. However, we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance. Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task.

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Your vehicle displays engine oil life and maintenance service items in the information display to show you when you should have your dealer perform engine oil replacement and indicated maintenance service.

Based on the engine operating conditions and accumulated engine revolutions, the onboard computer in your vehicle calculates the remaining engine oil life and displays it as a percentage.

Engine Oil Life Indicator

INFORMATION DISPLAY

Maintenance Minder

The remaining engine oil life is displayed on the information display according to this table:

Calculated Engine

Displayed

MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR

ENGINE OIL LIFE INDICATOR

To see the current engine oil life, turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, then push and release the SEL/RESET button repeatedly until the engine oil life indicator appears (see page

64

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Oil Life (%) 91 % 100 % − 81 % 90 % − 71 % 80 % − 61 % 70 % − 60 % 51 % − 41 % 50 % − 31 % 40 % − 21 % 30 % − 16 % 20 % − 15 % 11 % − 6 % 10 % − 6 % 15 % − 5 % 1 % − 0 %

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Engine Oil Life (%)

100 % 90 % 80 % 70 % 60 % 50 % 40 % 30 % 20 % 15 % 10 % 15 % 5 % 0 %

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1: DX and Canadian DX-G 2: LX, EX, and Si

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Maintenance Minder

SERVICE MESSAGE

When the remaining engine oil life is less than 5 percent, you will see a ‘‘SERVICE’’ message on the information display, along with the same maintenance item code(s), every time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

MAINTENANCE ITEM CODE(S)

ENGINE OIL LIFE INDICATOR

If the oil life is 15 percent or less, you will see the oil life indicator every time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. The maintenance minder indicator will also come on, and the maintenance item code(s) for other scheduled maintenance items needing service will be displayed next to the engine oil life indicator.

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The maintenance item code or codes indicate the main and sub items required at the time of the oil change (see page

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You can switch the display to the odometer, the trip meter, and the outside temperature indicator (if equipped) by pushing the SEL/ RESET button on the dashboard repeatedly.

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NEGATIVE MILEAGE

When the remaining engine oil life is 0 percent, you will see the above display. In this display, the remaining oil life indicator will be blinking. This display comes on and stays on every time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. When you see this message, have the indicated maintenance performed by your dealer as soon as possible.

If you still do not perform the indicated maintenance, you will see a negative mileage, for example ‘‘ 10,’’ blinking in the display. This negative mileage means that you should have performed the indicated maintenance 10 miles ago. Immediately have the indicated maintenance done by your dealer.

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Maintenance Minder

When the displayed engine oil life is 0 percent or when negative mileage is displayed, the maintenance minder indicator remains on even if you change the display to the odometer and trip meter by pressing the SEL/ RESET button.

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Maintenance Minder

Maintenance Main Items and Sub Items

MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM

MAINTENANCE SUB ITEM

All maintenance items displayed in the information display are in code. For an explanation of these maintenance codes, see page

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Resetting the Engine Oil Life Indicator Your dealer will reset the display after completing the required maintenance service. You will see ‘‘OIL LIFE 100 %’’ on the information display the next time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

If maintenance service is done by someone other than your dealer, reset the maintenance minder as follows:

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Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

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Press the SEL/RESET button repeatedly until the engine oil life indicator is displayed.

ENGINE OIL LIFE INDICATOR

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Press the SEL/RESET button for about 10 seconds. The engine oil life and the maintenance item code(s) will blink.

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Important Maintenance Precautions If you have the required service done but do not reset the display, or reset the display without doing the service, the system will not show the proper maintenance intervals. This can lead to serious mechanical problems because you will no longer have an accurate record of when maintenance is needed.

Your authorized Honda dealer knows your vehicle best and can provide competent, efficient service.

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Press the SEL/RESET button for more than 5 seconds. The maintenance item code(s) will disappear, and the engine oil life will reset to ‘‘100.’’

Maintenance Minder

However, service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in effect. Maintenance may be done by any qualified service facility or person who is skilled in this type of automotive service. Make sure to have the service facility or person reset the display as previously described. Keep all receipts as proof of completion, and have the person who does the work fill out the maintenance record. Check your warranty booklet for more information.

We recommend using Honda parts and fluids whenever you have maintenance done. These are manufactured to the same high- quality standards as the original components, so you can be confident of their performance and durability.

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Lights Check the operation of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, and license plate lights monthly. See page

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Maintenance Minder

U.S. Vehicles: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and systems may be done by any automotive repair establishment or individual using parts that are ‘‘certified’’ to EPA standards.

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According to state and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on the items marked with will not void your emissions warranties. However, all maintenance services should be performed in accordance with the intervals indicated by the information display.

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Owner’s Maintenance Checks Youshouldcheckthefollowing items at the specified intervals. If you are unsure of how to perform any check, turn to the appropriate page listed.

Engine oil level Check every time you fill the fuel tank. See page

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Engine coolant level Check the radiator reserve tank every time you fill the fuel tank. See page

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Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly. See page 228

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Brakes Check the fluid level monthly. See page

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Tires Check the tire pressure monthly. Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects. See page 241

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Maintenance Main Items

Replace engine oil ＊ Replace engine oil and oil filter ＊ Inspect front and rear brakes Check parking brake adjustment Visually inspect these items:

Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots Suspension components Driveshaft boots Brake hoses and line (including ABS) All fluid levels and condition of fluids Exhaust system ＃ Fuel lines and connections ＃

If the message ‘‘SERVICE’’ does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year.

See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the first column on page

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Rotate tires Replace air cleaner element

If you drive primarily in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).

Replace dust and pollen filter

If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000
miles (24,000 km).

Inspect drive belt Replace transmission fluid Replace spark plugs Inspect valve clearance Replace engine coolant

Independent of the maintenance minder indicator in the information display, replace the brake fluid every 3 years. Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km). Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 only if they are noisy.

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Maintenance Record

You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here. When maintenance is performed, record the mileage, circle the coded item(s) completed, and write in any other non-coded items (such as brake fluid replacement) below the codes. Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle. Maintenance can also be recorded in your Honda service history booklet.

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Maintenance Performed

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