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vehiclebodywaxtothepainted surfaces that mate with the door and trunk seals.

Cover the vehicle with a ‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made from a porous material such as cotton. Non-porous materials, such as plastic sheeting, trap moisture, which can damage the paint.

Reconnect the 12 volt battery and drive your vehicle every month for about 30 minutes. This will keep the IMA battery charged and in good condition.

If you store your vehicle for 12
months or longer, have your Honda dealer perform the inspections called for in the 24 months/30,000 miles maintenance schedule (Normal Conditions) as soon as you take it out of storage (see page ). The replacements called for in the maintenance schedule are not needed unless the vehicle has actually reached that time or mileage.

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This section covers the more common problems that motorists experience with their vehicles. It gives you information about how to safely evaluate the problem and what to do to correct it. If the problem has stranded you on the side of the road, you may be able to get going again. If not, you will also find instructions on getting your vehicle towed.

Compact Spare Tire Changing a Flat Tire If the Engine Won’t Start Jump Starting If the Engine Overheats Low Oil Pressure Indicator Charging System Indicator Malfunction Indicator Lamp Brake System Indicator Fuses Fuse Locations Emergency Towing

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Compact Spare Tire

Use the compact spare tire as a temporary replacement only. Get your regular tire repaired or replaced and put it back on your vehicle as soon as you can.

Check the inflation pressure of the compact spare tire every time you check the other tires. It should be inflated to: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )

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Follow these precautions:

INDICATOR LOCATION MARK

Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).

This tire gives a harsher ride and less traction on some road sur- faces. Use greater caution while driving.

Do not mount snow chains on it.

Do not use your compact spare tire on another vehicle unless it is the same make and model.

TREAD WEAR INDICATOR BAR

Replace the tire when you can see the tread wear indicator bars. The replacement should be the same size and design tire, mounted on the same wheel. The spare tire is not designed to be mounted on a regular wheel, and the spare wheel is not designed for mounting a regular tire.

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If you have a flat tire while driving, stop in a safe place to change it. Drive slowly along the shoulder until you get to an exit or an area to stop that is far away from the traffic lanes.

The vehicle can easily roll off the jack, seriously injuring anyone underneath.

Follow the directions for changing a tire exactly, and never get under the vehicle when it is supported only by the jack.

1.

2.

Park the vehicle on firm, level and non-slippery ground. Put the transmission in Park (automatic) or Reverse (manual). Apply the parking brake.

Turn on the hazard warning lights, and turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0). Have all the passengers get out of the vehicle while you change the tire.

Changing a Flat Tire

SPARE TIRE

TRUNK FLOOR

TOOL KIT JACK Open the trunk. Raise the trunk 3. floor mat and the trunk floor by lifting up on the back edge.

4.

Take the tool kit out of the trunk.

5.

Unscrew the wing bolt and take the spare tire out of its well.

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Changing a Flat Tire

JACK

JACKING POINTS

6.

Turn the jack’s end counterclockwise to loosen it, then remove the jack.

WHEEL WRENCH

7.

Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turn with the wheel wrench.

8.

Place the jack under the jacking point. Turn the end bracket clockwise until the top of the jack contacts the jacking point. Make sure the jacking point tab is resting in the jack notch.

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EXTENSION

WHEEL WRENCH Use the extension and wheel 9. wrench as shown to raise the vehicle until the flat tire is off the ground.

10.

Remove the flat tire. Place the flat tire on the ground with the outside surface facing up.

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BRAKE HUB

11.

Before mounting the spare tire, wipe any dirt off the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a clean cloth. Wipe the hub carefully; it may be hot from driving.

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WING BOLT

SPACER CONE

12.

Put on the spare tire. Put the wheel nuts back on finger-tight, then tighten them in a crisscross pattern with the wheel wrench until the wheel is firmly against the hub. Do not try to tighten them fully.

13.

Lower the vehicle to the ground and remove the jack.

14.

Tighten the wheel nuts securely in the same crisscross pattern. Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility. Tighten the wheel nuts to: 80 lbf·ft (108 N·m , 11 kgf·m)

15.

Remove the center cap before storing the flat tire in the trunk well.

16.

Place the flat tire face down in the spare tire well.

17.

Remove the spacer cone from the wing bolt, turn it over, and put it back on the bolt.

18.

Secure the flat tire by screwing the wing bolt back into its hole.

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19.

Store the jack in the trunk with the end bracket on the left side. Turn the jack’s end bracket to lock it in place. Store the tool kit.

Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and could seriously injure the occupants.

Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely before driving.

20.

Store the wheel cover or center cap in the trunk. Make sure it does not get scratched or damaged.

21.

Lower the trunk floor and trunk floor mat, then close the trunk lid.

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If the Engine Won’t Start

Diagnosing why your engine won’t start falls into two areas, depending on what you hear when you turn the key to START (III):

You hear nothing, or almost nothing. The engine’s starter motor does not operate at all, or operates very slowly.

You can hear the starter motor operating normally, or the starter motor sounds like it is spinning faster than normal, but the engine does not start up and run.

Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly When you turn the ignition switch to START (III), you do not hear the normal noise of the engine trying to start. You may hear a clicking sound or series of clicks, or nothing at all. Check these things:

Check the transmission interlock. If you have a manual transmission, the clutch pedal must be pushed all the way to the floor or the starter will not operate. With an automatic transmission, it must be in Park or Neutral.

Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). Turn on the headlights and check their brightness. If the headlights are very dim or don’t light at all, the battery is discharged. See Jump Starting

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Turn the ignition switch to START (III). If the headlights do not dim, check the condition of the fuses. If the fuses are OK, there is probably something wrong with the electrical circuit for the ignition switch or starter motor. You will need a qualified technician to determine the Emergency Towing problem (see ). on page 199

If the headlights dim noticeably or go out when you try to start the engine, either the battery is dis- charged or the connections are corroded. Check the condition of the battery and terminal connec- tions (see page 175). You can then try jump starting the vehicle from a booster battery (see page 186

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If the Engine Won’t Start

The Starter Operates Normally In this case, the starter motor’s speed sounds normal, or even faster than normal, when you turn the ignition switch to START (III), but the engine does not run.

Are you using a properly coded key? An improperly coded key will cause the immobilizer system indicator in the instrument panel to blink rapidly (see page

71

).

Do you have fuel? Check the fuel gauge; the low fuel indicator may not be working.

There may be an electrical problem, such as no power to the fuel pump. Check all the fuses (see page

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Ifyoufindnothingwrong,youwill need a qualified technician to find the problem. See Towing on page

Emergency 199

Are you using the proper starting Starting the procedure? Refer to Engine 129

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Jump Starting

Although this seems like a simple procedure, you should take several precautions.

A battery can explode if you do not follow the correct procedure, seriously injuring anyone nearby.

Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking materials away from the battery.

You cannot start a Honda with an automatic transmission (CVT) by pushing or pulling it.

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ToJumpStartYourVehicle:

1.

Open the hood, and check the physical condition of the 12 volt battery. In very cold weather, check the condition of the electrolyte. If it seems slushy or like ice, do not try jump starting until it thaws.

NOTICE: If a battery sits in extreme cold, the electrolyte inside can f reeze. Attempting to jump start with a f rozen battery can cause it to rupture.

2.

3.

Turn off all the electrical acces- sories: heater, A/C, stereo system, lights, etc. Put the transmission in Neutral or Park, and set the parking brake.

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) terminal on your

Connect one jumper cable to the positive ( battery. Connect the other end to the positive ( ) terminal on the ＋ booster battery.

4.

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Connect the second jumper cable to the negative ( ) terminal on the booster battery. Connect the other end to the metal projection as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to any other part of the engine.

5.

If the booster battery is in another vehicle, have an assistant start that vehicle and run it at a fast idle.

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Jump Starting, If the Engine Overheats

6.

7.

Start your vehicle. If the starter motor still operates slowly, check that the jumper cables have good metal-to-metal contact.

Once your vehicle is running, disconnect the negative cable from your vehicle, then from the booster battery. Disconnect the positive cable from your vehicle, and then from the booster battery.

Keep the ends of the jumper cables away from each other and any metal on the vehicle until everything is disconnected. Otherwise, you may cause an electrical short.

If your vehicle’s 12 volt battery is disconnected or goes dead, the IMA battery level gauge reading may not be correct the next time you turn the ignition switch to ON (II). It may show less than the actual level temporarily. It will show the correct level after you drive for at least 30

minutes.

If the Engine Overheats The reading on your vehicle’s temperature gauge should stay in the midrange. If it climbs to the red mark, you should determine the reason (hot day, driving up a steep hill, etc.).

If your vehicle overheats, you should take immediate action. The only indication may be the temperature gauge climbing to or above the red mark. Or you may see steam or spray coming from under the hood.

Driving with the

NOTICE: temperature gauge pointer at the red mark can cause serious damage to your engine.

Steam and spray from an overheated engine can seriously scald you.

Do not open the hood if steam is coming out.

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If the Engine Overheats

1.

2.

Safely pull to the side of the road. Put the transmission in Neutral or Park, and set the parking brake. Turn off all the accessories, and turn on the hazard indicator.

If you see steam and/or spray coming from under the hood, turn off the engine. Wait until you see no more signs of steam or spray, then open the hood.

3.

If you do not see steam or spray, leave the engine running and watch the temperature gauge. If the high heat is due to overloading, the engine should start to cool down almost immediately. If it does, wait until the temperature gauge comes down to the midpoint, then continue driving.

4.

If the temperature gauge stays at the red mark, turn off the engine.

5.

Look for any obvious coolant leaks, such as a split radiator hose. Everything is still extremely hot, so use caution. If you find a leak, it must be repaired before you Emergency continue driving (see Towing ). 199

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6.

If you don’t find an obvious leak, check the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. Add coolant if the level is below the MIN mark.

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If the Engine Overheats

7.

If there was no coolant in the reserve tank, you may need to add coolant to the radiator. Let the engine cool down until the reading reaches the middle of the temperature gauge, or lower, before checking the radiator.

Removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray out, seriously scalding you.

Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the radiator cap.

8.

9.

Using gloves or a large heavy cloth, turn the radiator cap counterclockwise without pushing down to the first stop. After the pressure releases, push down on the cap, and turn it until it comes off.

Start the engine, and set the temperature control dial to maximum. Add coolant to the radiator up to the base of the filler neck. If you do not have the proper coolant mixture available, you can add plain water. Remember to have the cooling system drained and refilled with the proper mixture as soon as you can.

10.

Put the radiator cap back on tightly. Run the engine and watch the temperature gauge. If it goes back to the red mark, the engine needs repair (see Towing on page

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11.

If the temperature stays normal, check the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. If it has gone down, add coolant to the MAX mark. Put the cap back on tightly.

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Low Oil Pressure Indicator

This light should never come on when the engine is running. If it starts flashing

or stays on, the oil pressure has dropped very low or lost pressure. Serious engine damage is possible and you should take immediate action.

NOTICE: Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause serious mechanical damage almost immediately. Turn of f the engine as soon as you can saf ely get the vehicle stopped.

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Safely pull off the road, and shut off the engine. Turn on the hazard warning indicators.

Let the vehicle sit for a minute. Open the hood, and check the oil level (see page ). An engine very low on oil can lose pressure during cornering and other driving maneuvers.

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The engine running generates the oil pressure. When the Auto Idle Stop is activated, the engine is stopped, the oil pressure is dropped, and the low oil pressure indicator does not light.

If necessary, add oil to bring the level back to the full mark on the dipstick (see page

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).

Start the engine, and watch the oil pressure indicator. If it does not go out within 10 seconds, turn off the engine. There is a mechanical problem that needs to be repaired before you can continue driving. Emergency Towing (See ). 199

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Charging System Indicator

If the charging system indicator comes on brightly when the engine is running,

the 12 volt battery is not being charged.

Immediately turn off all electrical accessories. Try not to use other electrically operated controls such as the power windows and rear window defogger. Keep the engine running; starting the engine will discharge the battery rapidly.

Go to a service station or garage where you can get technical assistance.

If the Auto Idle Stop is active for an extended period, the charging system indicator may come on. If it happens, start the engine.

The charging system indicator may also come on if the Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) battery charge drops below a desired level and the engine starts to recharge the battery.

This indicator may blink after you start the vehicle in the morning when the temperature is below 20
− °F ( 30°C). It will stop blinking when the IMA battery warms up.

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Malfunction Indicator Lamp

If the indicator comes on while driving, it means one of the engine’s emission

control systems may have a problem. Even though you may feel no difference in your vehicle’s performance, it can reduce your fuel economy and cause increased emissions. Continued operation may cause serious damage.

If you have recently refueled your vehicle, the indicator coming on could be a loose or missing fuel fill cap. Tighten the cap until it clicks at least three times. Tightening the cap will not turn the indicator turn off immediately; it takes at least three days of normal driving.

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If the indicator comes on repeatedly, even though it may turn off as you continue driving, have the vehicle checked by the dealer as soon as possible.

If your vehicle battery has been disconnected or gone dead, these codes are erased. It takes at least three days of driving under various conditions to set the codes again.

NOTICE: If you keep driving with the Malf unction Indicator Lamp on, you can damage your vehicle’s emission controls and the engine. Those repairs may not be covered by your vehicle’s warranties.

Readiness Code Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readiness codes’’ that are part of the on-board diagnostics for the emissions systems. In some states, part of the emissions testing is to make sure these codes are set. If they are not set, the test cannot be completed.

To check if they are set, turn the ignition to ON (II), without starting the engine. The Malfunction Indicator Lamp will come on for 20
seconds. If it then goes off, the readiness codes are set. If it blinks 5
times, the readiness codes are not set. If possible, do not take your vehicle for a state emissions test until the readiness codes are set. Refer to State Emissions Testing for more information (see page

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Canada

The brake system indicator normally comes on when you turn the ignition switch ON (II) and as a reminder to check the parking brake. It will stay lit if you do not fully release the parking brake.

If the brake system indicator comes on while driving, the brake fluid level is probably low. Press lightly on the brake pedal to see if it feels normal. If it does, check the brake fluid level thenexttimeyoustopataservice station (see page

160

).

If the fluid level is low, take your vehicle to the dealer and have the brake system inspected for leaks or worn brake pads.

However, if the brake pedal does not feel normal, you should take immediate action. A problem in one part of the system’s dual circuit

Brake System Indicator

OnmodelsequippedwithABS If the ABS indicator comes on with this indicator, have the vehicle inspected by your Honda dealer immediately.

design will still give you braking at two wheels. You will feel the brake pedal go down much farther before the vehicle begins to slow down and you will have to press harder on the pedal.

Slow down by shifting to a lower gear, and pull to the side of the road when it is safe. Because of the long distance needed to stop, it is hazardous to drive the vehicle. You should have it towed and repaired as soon as possible (see Towing on page 199).

Emergency

If you must drive the vehicle a short distance in this condition, drive slowly and carefully.

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Fuses

INTERIOR

UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX

SECONDARY FUSE BOX

TAB

TAB

The vehicle’s fuses are located in threefuseboxes.Theinteriorfuse box is located underneath the steering column. To open it, turn the knobsasshown.

The under-hood fuse box is located in the engine compartment on the driver’s side.

The secondary fuse box is located in the engine compartment.

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Checking and Replacing Fuses If something electrical in your vehicle stops working, check for a blown fuse first. Determine from the chart on pages or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuses control that device. Check those fuses first, but check all the fuses before deciding that a blown fuse is the cause. Replace any blown fuses, and check if the device works.

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FUSE

BLOWN

BLOWN

1.

Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0). Make sure the headlights and all other accessories are off.

2.

Remove the cover from the fuse box.

3.

Check each of the large fuses in the under-hood fuse box by looking through the top at the wire inside. Remove the screws with a phillips-head screwdriver.

4.

Check the smaller fuses in the under-hood fuse box and all the fuses in the interior fuse box by pulling out each fuse with the fuse puller provided in the under-hood fuse box.

5.

Look for a burned wire inside the fuse. If it is burned, replace it with one of the spare fuses of the same rating or lower.

Fuses

If you cannot drive the vehicle without fixing the problem, and you do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse of the same rating or a lower rating from one of the other circuits. Make sure you can do without that circuit temporarily (such as the accessory power socket or radio).

If you replace the blown fuse with a spare fuse that has a lower rating, it might blow out again. This does not indicate anything wrong. Replace the fuse with one of the correct rating as soon as you can.

Replacing a f use with one

NOTICE: that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances of damaging the electrical system. If you do not have a replacement f use with the proper rating f or the circuit, install one with a lower rating.

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When the audio system is disabled, the clock setting in the audio system will be canceled. You will need to reset the clock according to the instructions in the audio system section on this owner’s manual.

Fuses

6.

If the replacement fuse of the same rating blows in a short time, there is probably a serious electrical problem in your vehicle. Leave the blown fuse in that circuit and have your vehicle checked by a qualified mechanic.

If the radio fuse is removed, the audio system will disable itself. The nexttimeyouturnontheradioyou will see ‘‘COdE’’ in the frequency display. Use the Preset buttons to enter the five-digit code (see page 107

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UNDER-HOOD AND SECONDARY FUSE BOXES

No. Amps.

Circuits Protected

Fuse Locations

10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
−

20 A 10 A 10 A 20 A 10 A 15 A 15 A 20 A 10 A 40 A 30 A 40 A 40 A 40 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 60 A 80 A 50 A −

21 25 7.5A 30A

Condenser Fan IMA Small Light Cooling Fan Hazard FI ECU Horn, Stop ABS F/S Back Up ABS Motor Rear Defroster Heater Motor Power Window Option Left Headlight Door Lock Right Headlight EPS Battery Ignition 1
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No. Amps.

Circuits Protected

20 A

Cooling Fan

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Fuse Locations

INTERIOR FUSE BOX

No. Amps.

Circuits Protected

10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26

7.5 A − 7.5 A 15 A 7.5 A 7.5 A (7.5 A) 10 A 10 A (10 A) 7.5 A 15 A 15 A 7.5 A 20 A 7.5 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 7.5 A

＊

＊

Power Window Relay Not Used Accessory, Radio Ignition Coil EX Meter ABS (Daytime running lights ) SRS Remote Control Mirrors (SCTY ) IMA Fuel Pump Accessory Power Socket Turn Signal Lights Front Wiper STS (Steering Switch) Front Right Power Window Front Left Power Window Rear Left Power Window Rear Right Power Window Cooling Fan Relay

＊ ＊

1 : On Canadian models 2 : Optional Security System

No. Amps.

Circuits Protected

15 A 20 A (10 A) 10 A −

Ignition Coil IN LAF Heater (Daytime running lights ) FI-ECU Not Used

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If your vehicle needs to be towed, call a professional towing service or organization. Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is very dangerous.

There are two ways to tow your vehicle.

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Flat-bedEquipment loads your vehicle on the back of a truck. port your Honda.

This is the best way to trans-

The operator

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The tow

Wheel-liftEquipment truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the tires (front or rear) and lift them off the ground. The other two This is tires remain on the ground. an acceptable way to tow your Honda.

If, due to damage, your vehicle must be towed with the front wheels on the ground, do the following:

5-speedManualTransmission: Release the parking brake. Shift the transmission to Neutral.

AutomaticTransmission(CVT): Release the parking brake. Start the engine. Shift to D, then to N. Turn off the engine.

Emergency Towing

Improper towing preparation

NOTICE: will damage the transmission. Follow the above procedure exactly. If you cannot shif t the transmission or start the engine (automatic transmission), your vehicle must be transported with the f ront wheels of f the ground.

With the front wheels on the ground, it is best to tow the car no farther than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the speed below 35 mph (55 km/h).

If your vehicle is equipped with a front spoiler, remove it before towing so it is not damaged.

Trying to lif t or tow your

NOTICE: vehicle by the bumpers will cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed to support the vehicle’s weight.

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Technical Information

The diagrams in this section give you the dimensions and capacities of your Honda, and the locations of the identification numbers. It also includes information you should know about your vehicle’s tires and emissions control systems.

Identification Numbers Specifications DOT Tire Quality Grading

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. 202
. 204

(U.S. Vehicles)

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Uniform Tire Quality

Grading Treadwear Traction Temperature

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Tire Labeling

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Emissions Controls ....................... The Clean Air Act ..................... Crankcase Emissions Control .................................... Evaporative Emissions Control ....................................

System

System

Onboard Refueling Vapor

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Recovery

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Exhaust Emissions Controls . 209
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PGM-FI System Ignition Timing Control

System

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(EGR) System

Three Way Catalytic

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Converter

Replacement Parts

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Three Way Catalytic Converter . 210
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Identification Numbers

Your vehicle has several identifying numbers in various places.

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your Honda dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle. The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard. You can see it by looking through the windshield on the driver’s side. It is also on the Certification label at- tached to the driver’s doorjamb, and is stamped on the engine com- partment bulkhead. The VIN is also provided in bar code on the Certification label.

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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

CERTIFICATION LABEL

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The Engine Number is stamped into the engine block.

The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission.

The IMA Motor Number is stamped on the motor housing.

TRANSMISSION NUMBER

Identification Numbers

ENGINE NUMBER

IMA MOTOR NUMBER

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Specifications

Dimensions Length Width Height Wheelbase Track

Front Rear

Weights Gross vehicle weight rating

Engine Type

Bore x Stroke Displacement Compression ratio Spark plugs

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174.8 in (4,440 mm) 67.5 in (1,715 mm) 56.3 in (1,430 mm) 103.1 in (2,620 mm) 57.9 in (1,470 mm) 57.9 in (1,470 mm)

Capacities Fuel tank

Engine coolant

See the certification label attached to the driver’s doorjamb.

Engine oil

Water cooled 4-stroke SOHC VTEC

4-cylinder gasoline engine

2.87 x 3.15 in (73.0 x 80.0 mm)

82 cu-in (1.339 cm )

10.8

IFR5G-11K SK16PR-L11

(NGK)

(DENSO)

Manual trans- mission fluid Automatic transmission fluid (CVT) Windshield washer reservoir

ULEV AT-PZEV

Change ＊ Manual CVT Total

Manual CVT

Change ＊

Including filter Without filter

Total Change Total Change Total

Approx. 13.2 US gal (50 ) 11.9 US gal (45 )

1.08 US gal (4.1 ) 1.06 US gal (4.0 )

1.37 US gal (5.2 ) 1.35 US gal (5.1 )

3.4 US qt (3.2 ) 3.2 US qt (3.0 ) 4.0 US qt (3.8 ) 1.6 US qt (1.5 ) 1.7 US qt (1.6 ) 3.4 US qt (3.2 ) 5.7 US qt (5.4 )

U.S. Vehicles Canada Vehicles

2.6 US qt (2.5 ) 4.8 US qt (4.5 )

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2 :

Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine. Reserve tank capacity: Excluding the oil remaining in the engine.

0.11 US gal (0.4 )

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Air Conditioning Refrigerant type Charge quantity Lubricant oil type

Lights Headlights

High Low

Front Parking/Front turn signal/side marker lights Rear turn signal lights Brake/Taillights/Rear side marker lights Back-up lights Taillights High-mount brake light License plate lights Ceiling light Spotlights Trunk light

12 Volt Battery Capacity

HFC-134a (R-134a) −

17.6 19.4 oz (500 550 g)

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SP-10

12 V 12 V 12 V

− − −

(HB3) (HB4)

60 W 51 W 24/2.2 CP

12 V 12 V

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21 W 21/5 W

12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V

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21 W 3 CP 21 W 3 CP 8 W 8 W 5 W

12 V

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35 AH/20 HR

Fuses Interior

Under-hood

Alignment Toe-in

Camber

Caster

Tires Size

Pressure

Front Rear Front Rear Front

Front/Rear Spare

Front/Rear Spare

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1 : Without ABS 2 : With ABS

Specifications

See page 198 or the fuse label attached to the inside of the fuse box door under the steering column. See page 197 or the fuse box cover.

0.00 in (0.0 mm) 0.08 in (2.0 mm)

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0°12’ 1° − 2°20’

P185/70R14 87S T115/70D14 88M ＊ T125/70D15 95M ＊

30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm ) 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )

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DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)

Treadwear The treadwear grade is a compara- tive rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one- half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual condi- tions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate.

The tires on your vehicle meet all U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. All tires are also graded for treadwear, traction, and temperature performance according to Department of Transportation (DOT) standards. The following explains these gradings.

Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between the tread shoulder and the maximum section width. For example:

Treadwear 200
Traction AA Temperature A

All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades.

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AA, A, B, C

Traction The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.

Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.

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DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles), Tire Labeling

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A, B, C

Temperature The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance, which all passenger vehicle tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not over- loaded. Excessive speed, underinfla- tion, or excessive loading, either

separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.

Tire Labeling The tires that came on your vehicle have a number of markings. Those you should be aware of are described below.

16
94

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Tire construction code (R indicates radial). Rim diameter in inches. Load index (a numerical code associated with the maximum load the tire can carry). Speed symbol (an alphabetical code indicating the maximum speed rating).

TireSize Whenever tires are replaced, they should be replaced with tires of the same size. Following is an example of tire size with an explanation of what each component means.

TireIdentificationNumber Tire Identification Number (TIN) is a group of numbers and letters that look like the following example TIN.

DOT B97R FW6X 2202

P225/55R16 94V

DOT

225
55

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Vehicle type (P indicates passenger vehicle). Tire width in millimeters. Aspect ratio (the tire’s section height as a percentage of its width).

B97R

FW6X 2202

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This indicates that the tire meets all requirements of the U.S. Department of Transportation. Manufacturer’s identification mark. Tire type code. Date of manufacture.

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Emissions Controls

The burning of gasoline in your vehicle’s engine produces several by- products. Some of these are carbon monoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen (NOx) and hydrocarbons (HC). Gasoline evaporating from the tank also produces hydrocarbons. Con- trolling the production of NOx, CO, and HC is important to the environ- ment. Under certain conditions of sunlight and climate, NOx and HC react to form photochemical ‘‘smog.’’ Carbon monoxide does not contri- bute to smog creation, but it is a poisonous gas.

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The Clean Air Act The United States Clean Air Act sets standards for automobile emissions. It also requires that automobile manufacturers explain to owners how their emissions controls workandwhattodotomaintain them. This section summarizes how the emissions controls work. Scheduled maintenance is on page 145

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In Canada, Honda vehicles comply

with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) for Emissions valid at the time they are manufactured.

Crankcase Emissions Control System Your vehicle has a Positive Crankcase Ventilation System. This keeps gasses that build up in the engine’s crankcase from going into the atmosphere. The Positive Crank- case Ventilation valve routes them

from the crankcase back to the intake manifold. They are then drawn into the engine and burned.

Evaporative Emissions Control System As gasoline evaporates in the fuel tank, an evaporative emissions control canister filled with charcoal adsorbs the vapor. It is stored in this canister while the engine is off. After the engine is started and warmed up, the vapor is drawn into the engine and burned during driving.

Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery The Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery (ORVR) system captures the fuel vapors during refueling. The vapors are adsorbed in a canister filled with activated carbon. While driving, the fuel vapors are drawn into the engine and burned off.

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Exhaust Emissions Controls The exhaust emissions controls include four systems: PGM-FI, Ignition Timing Control, Exhaust Gas Recirculation and Three Way Catalytic Converter. These four systems work together to control the engine’s combustion and minimize the amount of HC, CO, and NOx that comes out the tailpipe. The exhaust emissions control systems are separate from the crankcase and evaporative emissions control systems.

PGM-FISystem The PGM-FI System uses sequential multiport fuel injection. It has three subsystems: Air Intake, Engine Control, and Fuel Control. The Engine Control Module (ECM) uses various sensors to determine how much air is going into the engine. It then controls how much fuel to inject under all operating con- ditions.

IgnitionTimingControlSystem This system constantly adjusts the ignition timing, reducing the amount of HC, CO, and NOx produced.

ExhaustGasRecirculation(EGR) System The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system takes some of the exhaust gas and routes it back into the intake manifold. Adding exhaust gas to the air/fuel mixture reduces the amount of NOx produced when the fuel is burned.

ThreeWayCatalyticConverter The three way catalytic converter is in the exhaust system. Through chemical reactions, it converts HC, CO, and NOx in the engine’s exhaust to carbon dioxide (CO ), nitrogen (N ), and water vapor.

Emissions Controls

Replacement Parts The emissions control systems are designed and certified to work to- gether in reducing emissions to levels that comply with the Clean Air Act. To make sure the emissions remain low, you should use only new Honda replacement parts or their equivalent for repairs. Using lower quality parts may increase the emissions from your vehicle.

The emissions control systems are covered by warranties separate from the rest of your vehicle. Read your warranty manual for more informa- tion.

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Have your vehicle diagnosed and repaired if it is misfiring, back- firing, stalling, or otherwise not running properly.

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Three Way Catalytic Converter

The three way catalytic converter contains precious metals that serve as catalysts, promoting chemical reactions to convert the exhaust gasses without affecting the metals. The catalytic converter is referred to as a three-way catalyst, since it acts on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement unit must be an original Honda part or its equivalent.

The three way catalytic converter must operate at a high temperature for the chemical reactions to take place. It can set on fire any com- bustible materials that come near it. Park your vehicle away from high grass, dry leaves, or other flamma- bles.

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THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER

A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air pollution, and can impair your engine’s per- formance. Follow these guidelines to protect your vehicle’s three way catalytic converter.

Always use unleaded gasoline. Even a small amount of leaded gasoline can contaminate the catalyst metals, making the three way catalytic converter ineffective.

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Testing of Readiness Codes If you take your vehicle for a state emissions test shortly after the battery has been disconnected or gone dead, it may not pass the test. This is because of certain ‘‘readiness codes’’ that must be set in the on- board diagnostics for the emissions systems. These codes are erased when the battery is disconnected, and set again only after several days of driving under a variety of conditions.

If the testing facility determines that the readiness codes are not set, you will be requested to return at a later date to complete the test. If you must get the vehicle re-tested within the next two or three days, you can condition the vehicle for re-testing by doing the following.

Make sure the gas tank is nearly, but not completely, full (around 3/4).

Make sure the vehicle has been parked with the engine off for 8
hours or more.

Make sure the ambient temperature is between 20° and 95°F.

State Emissions Testing

Without touching the accelerator pedal, start the engine, and let it idle for 20 seconds.

Keep the vehicle in Park (automatic transmission) or Neutral (manual transmission). Increase the engine speed to 2,000
rpm and hold it there until the temperature gauge rises to at least 1/4 of the scale (approximately 3
minutes).

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State Emissions Testing

Select a nearby lightly traveled major highway where you can maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20
minutes. Drive on the highway in D (CVT) or 5th (M/T). Do not use the cruise control. When traffic allows, drive for 90 seconds without moving the accelerator pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary slightly; this is okay.) If you cannot do this for a continuous 90
seconds because of traffic conditions, drive for at least 30
seconds, then repeat it two more times (for a total of 90 seconds).

Then drive in city/suburban traffic for at least 10 minutes. When traffic conditions allow, let the vehicle coast for several seconds without using the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal.

If the testing facility determines the readiness codes are still not set, see your Honda dealer.

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Warranty and Customer Relations

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Warranty Coverages . 215
Reporting Safety Defects

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(U.S. Vehicles)

Authorized Manuals

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