1994 Honda Civic Sedan Owners Manual

Indicator

Only on cars equipped with Cruise Control System This lights when you set the cruise control. See page 46 for informa- tion on operating the cruise control.

Indicator Lights

Shift Lever Position Indicator (Automatic Transmission only)

This indicator shows which shift position the shift lever is in.

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentsstGauges

TACHOMETER

SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE TEMPERATURE

GAUGE

ODOMETER

TRIP METER

TRIP METER RESET BUTTON

Tachometer On LX and EX models in U.S. EX and EX- V models in Canada The tachometer shows the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). To protect the engine from damage, never drive with the tachometer needle in the red zone.

Speedometer U.S. Models This shows your speed in miles per hour (mph). The smaller inner numbers are the speed in kilo- meters per hour (km/h).

Canadian Models This shows your speed in kilo- meters per hour (km/h). The smaller inner numbers are the speed in miles per hour (mph).

Instruments and Controls

Odometer The odometer shows the total dis- tance your car has been driven. It measures miles in U.S. models and kilometers in Canadian models. It is illegal under federal law (in the U.S.) and provincial regulations (in Canada) to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to change the number of miles or kilometers indicated.

Trip Meter This meter shows the number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) driven since you last reset it. To reset it, push the trip meter reset button.

Main MenuTable of ContentsstTEMPERATURE GAUGE

SPEEDOMETER

FUEL GAUGE

ODOMETER TRIP METER

TRIP METER RESET BUTTON

Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you have. It is most accurate when the car is on level ground. It may show slightly more or less than the actual amount when you are driving on curvy or hilly roads.

The gauge stays at the same fuel level reading after you turn off the ignition. When you add fuel, the gauge slowly changes to the new reading after you turn the ignition back ON (II).

Gauges

Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the engine's coolant. During normal operation, the pointer should rise from the bottom white mark to about the middle of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving, the pointer may rise to the upper white mark. If it reaches the red (Hot) mark, pull safely to the side of the road. Turn to page 177 for instructions and precautions on checking the engine's cooling system.

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentsstControls Near the Steering Wheel

The two levers on the steering column contain controls for driving features you use most often. The left lever controls the turn signals, headlights, and high beams. The right lever controls the windshield wipers.

The rear window defogger switch is on the dashboard to the right of the steering column.

The controls under the left air vent are for the moonroof, mirrors, cruise control and instrument panel brightness.

The lever on the underside of the steering column allows you to tilt the steering wheel.

Instruments and Controls

HAZARD WARNING LIGHT

INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS

CRUISE CONTROL

MOONROOF

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER

MIRROR CONTROLS

HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS

TILT ADJUSTMENT

WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS

Main MenuTable of ContentsstControls Near the Steering Wheel

Headlights

The rotating switch on the left lever controls the lights. Turning this switch to the first position " " turns on the parking lights, tail lights, instrument panel lights, side-marker lights, and rear license plate lights. Turning the switch to the second position " " turns on the headlights.

To change between low beams and high beams, pull back on the turn signal lever until you hear a click, then let go. The blue high beam indicator will light (see page 37).

To flash the high beams, pull back and hold the turn signal lever. Release the lever and the high beams will go off.

The high beams will stay on for as long as you hold the lever, no matter what position the headlight switch is in.

Daytime Running Lights (Canadian Models) With the headlight switch off, the high beam headlights come on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II) and release the parking brake. They remain on until you turn the ignition off, even if you set the parking brake.

The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn them on with the switch.

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentsstControls Near the Steering Wheel

Instrument Panel Brightness

Turn Signals

To signal a lane change, push lightly on the turn signal lever in the proper direction and hold it. The lever will return to the center position as soon as you release it.

The dial on the dashboard to the left of the instrument panel con- trols the brightness of the instru- ment panel lights. Turn the dial to adjust the brightness.

TURN SIGNAL LEVER Signal a turn or lane change with this lever. Push down on the lever to signal a left turn, and up to signal a right turn. If you push it up or down all the way, the turn signal continues to blink even when you release the lever. It shuts off auto- matically as you complete the turn.

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentsstWindshield Wipers

Windshield Washers

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

To operate the wipers in mist mode, push the control lever down. The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever. This gives you a quick way to clear the windshield.

The right lever controls the wind- shield wipers and washers. The rotary switch at the end of the lever has three positions:

INT — intermittent LO — low speed HI — high speed

In intermittent, the wipers operate every few seconds. In low speed and high speed, the wipers run continuously.

To clean the windshield, pull back on the wiper control lever. The washers spray until you release the lever.

On Canadian models The wipers run at low speed while you're pulling the lever, then complete one more sweep of the windshield after you release it.

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentsstControls Near the Steering Wheel

Hazard Warning

Rear Window Defogger

Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive.

The defogger wires on the inside of the rear window can be acciden- tally damaged. When cleaning the glass, always wipe side to side.

Push the red button under the clock to turn on the hazard warn- ing lights (four-way flashers). This causes all four outside turn signals and both indicators in the instru- ment panel to flash. Use the hazard warning lights if you need to park in a dangerous area near heavy traffic, or if your car is disabled.

The rear window def ogger will clear fog, frost, and thin ice from the window. Push the defogger button to turn it on and off. The light in the button lights to show the defogger is on. If you do not turn it off, the defogger will shut itself off after about 25 minutes. It also shuts off when you turn off the ignition. You have to turn it on again when you restart the car.

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentsstSteering Wheel Adjustment You can adjust the steering wheel height to suit your preference. Do this before you begin driving.

Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose control of the car and be seriously injured in a crash.

Adjust the steering wheel only when the car is stopped.

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

3. Move the steering wheel up or

down to the desired position. Position the wheel so you can see all the instrument panel gauges and warning lights. Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in that position.

4. Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up and down.

1. Adjust the seat so you are a

comfortable distance from the pedals and can operate them safely.

2. The lever to tilt the steering wheel is under the steering column to the left. Push this lever all the way down.

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentsstSteering Wheel Controls

Cruise Control Available only on LX and EX models in the U.S., and EX and EX-V models in Canada Cruise control allows you to maintain a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. It is for cruising on straight, open highways. It is not recommended for conditions such as city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather. You should have full control of the car under those conditions.

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

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

Instruments and Controls

NOTICE

Using the Cruise Control

The cruise control, as it operates, moves the accelerator pedal. You can damage your car's accelerator mechanism by resting your foot under the pedal and blocking the movement.

1. Push in the Cruise Control

Master Switch to the left of the steering column. The indicator in the switch will light.

2. Accelerate to the desired

cruising speed above 25 mph (40
km/h).

Main MenuTable of ContentsstChanging the Set Speed You can increase the set cruising speed in either of two ways:

Press and hold the RESUME/ accel button. The car will acceler- ate slowly. When you reach the desired cruising speed, release the button.

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

Steering Wheel Controls

You can decrease the set cruising speed in either of two ways:

Press and hold the SET/decel button. The car will decelerate. Release the button when you reach the desired speed.

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

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Instruments and Controls

RESUME/ accel

SET/decel

3. Press and hold the SET/decel button on the steering wheel until the CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel comes on. This shows the system is now activated.

The set speed may vary slightly, particularly on hills.

Main MenuTable of ContentsstSteering Wheel Controls

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

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

Instruments and Controls

Cancelling the Cruise Control Any of these actions cause the cruise control to cancel.

Tap the brake or clutch pedal.

Press the SET/decel and RE- SUME/accel buttons at the same time.

Press the Cruise Control Master Switch.

When you tap the brake or clutch pedal, or press the SET and RE- SUME buttons at the same time, the CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel will go out and the car will begin to slow down. You can use the accelerator pedal in the normal way.

If you use the brake or clutch pedal to cancel cruise control, the system retains the previously-set cruising speed. To return to that speed, ac-

celerate to above 25 mph (40 km/h) and press the RESUME/accel button until the CRUISE CON- TROL light comes on. The car will accelerate to the same cruising speed as before.

If you cancel cruise control by pressing the SET and RESUME buttons at the same time, the previously-set cruising speed is erased. To use the cruise control, accelerate to the desired cruising speed and press the SET/decel button.

Pressing the Cruise Control Master Switch turns the system completely off and erases the previous cruising speed from memory. To use the system again, refer to Using the Cruise Control.

Main MenuTable of ContentsstSteering Wheel Controls, Keys and Locks

Horn

HORN BUTTONS

Keys

KEY NUMBER PLATE

VALET KEY

MASTER KEY

On cars equipped with SRS, press either of the buttons on the steering wheel spokes to sound the horn. On other cars, press the pad in the center of the steering wheel.

Your car comes with two kinds of keys: a master key and a valet key. The master key fits all locks on your car: Ignition Doors Trunk Trunk release handle Rear seat trunk access

The valet key only works the ignition and the door locks. You can keep the trunk, trunk release handle and rear seat trunk access locked when you leave your car and valet key at a parking facility. (See Trunk, page 52 .)

You should have received a key number plate with your set of keys. You will need this key number if you ever have to replace a lost key. Store this plate in a safe place. When replacing keys, use only Honda-approved key blanks.

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentsstKeys and Locks

Ignition Switch

The ignition switch is on the right side of the steering column. It has four positions: LOCK (0), ACCES- SORY (I), ON(II), and START (III).

Instruments and Controls

LOCK (0) — You can insert or remove the key only in this position. When you turn the key from LOCK to ACCESSORY, you may have to turn the steering wheel to release the anti-theft lock. To switch from ACCESSORY to LOCK, you must push the key in slightly as you turn it. If your car has an automatic transmission, it must also be in Park. The anti-theft lock will lock the steering column when you remove the key.

Removing the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering. This can cause you to lose control.

Remove the key from the ignition switch only when parked.

ACCESSORY (I) — In this position, you can operate the audio system and cigarette lighter.

ON (II) — This is the normal key position when driving. All features and accessories on the car are usable. Several of the lights on the instrument panel come on as a test when you turn the ignition switch from ACCESSORY to ON (see page 33).

START (III) — Use this position only to start the engine. The switch returns to ON when you let go of the key.

You will hear a reminder beeper if you open the driver's door with the key in the LOCK or ACCESSORY position. Remove the key to turn it off.

Main MenuTable of ContentsstDoor Locks

The front doors can be locked and unlocked from the outside with the key.

Power Door Locks

Keys and Locks

Each door has a lock tab on the top. Push the tab down to lock the door and pull it up to unlock.

To lock any passenger's door when getting out of the car, push the lock tab down and close the door. To lock the driver's door, pull the outside door handle and push the lock tab down. Release the handle then close the door.

MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH

Available only on LX and EX models in the U.S., and EX and EX-V models in Canada This allows control of all door locks from the driver's door. Push the master door lock switch down to lock all doors, and up to unlock them.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstKeys and Locks

All doors lock when you push down the lock tab on the driver's door, or lock the driver's door from the outside with the key. Only the driver's door unlocks when you use the key or lock tab. To unlock the passengers' doors, use the master door lock switch or the lock tab on each door.

Childproof Door Locks

Trunk

LEVER

TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE

The childproof door locks are designed to prevent children seated in the rear from accidentally opening the rear doors. Each rear door has a lock lever near the edge. With the lever in the LOCK position, the door cannot be opened from the inside regardless of the position of the lock tab. To open the door, pull the lock tab up and use the outside door handle.

You can open the trunk in two ways:

Pull the trunk release handle to the left of the driver's seat.

Use the master key to open the trunk lock. The valet key does not work in this lock.

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentsstKeys and Locks

MASTER KEY

To close the trunk, press down on the trunk lid.

See page 98 for cargo loading and weight limit information. Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the lid and getting exhaust gas in the interior. See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page 27.

To protect items in the trunk when you need to give the key to some- one else, lock the trunk release handle with the master key and give the other person the valet key.

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentsstSeat Adjustments

Adjust the seat before you start driving.

Front Seat Adjustments

To adjust the seat forward and backward, pull up on the lever under the seat cushion's front edge. Move the seat to the desired position and release the lever. Try to move the seat to make sure it is locked in position.

To change the angle of the seat- back, pull up on the lever on the outside of the seat bottom. Move the seat-back to the desired position and release the lever. Let the seat-back latch in the new position.

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentsstSeat Adjustments, Folding Rear Seat

Folding Rear Seat The back of the rear seat folds down, giving you direct access to the trunk. The seat-back can be released from inside the car or inside the trunk.

MASTER KEY

Reclining the seat-back can decrease the protection you can get from your seat belt in a crash.

You can slide under the seat belt and be seriously injured.

Adjust the seat-back to an upright position and sit well back in the seat.

To fold down the seat-back from inside the car, insert the master key in the lock on the rear shelf. Turn the key clockwise, pull down the top of the seat-back, then release the key.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstMake sure all items in the trunk, or items extending through the opening into the back seat, are tied down. Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you have to brake hard. See Loading Cargo on page 98.

Never drive with the seat-back folded down and the trunk lid open. See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page 27.

Folding Rear Seat

Pull

RELEASE LOOP

To release the seat-back from inside the trunk, pull the release loop under the rear shelf. Push the seat-back down, then let go of the loop.

To lock the seat-back upright, push it firmly against the rear shelf. Make sure it is latched in place by pulling on the top of the seat.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstOnly on LX and EX models in the U.S., and EX and EX-V models in Canada Your car's windows are electri- cally-powered. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) to raise or lower any window.

Each door has a switch that controls its window. To open the window, push the switch down and hold it. Release the switch when you want the window to stop. Close the window by pushing the switch up and holding it.

DRIVER'S WINDOW SWITCH

MAIN SWITCH

The driver's armrest has a master power window control panel. To open any of the passengers' win- dows, push down on the appropri- ate switch and hold it down until the window reaches the desired position. To close the window, push up on the window switch. Release the switch when the window gets to the position you want.

Power Windows

The master control panel also con- tains these extra features:

A U TO - To open the driver's window fully, push the window switch firmly down and release it. The window automatically goes all the way down. To stop the window from going all the way down, push the window switch up briefly.

To open the driver's window only partially, push the window switch down lightly and hold it. The window will stop as soon as you release the switch.

The AUTO function only works to lower the driver's window. To raise the window, you must push the window switch up and hold it until the window reaches the desired position.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstPower Windows, Moonroof

The M A IN switch controls power to the passengers' windows. With this switch off, the passengers' windows cannot be raised or lower- ed. The M A IN switch does not affect the driver's window. Keep the M A IN switch off when you have children in the car so they do not injure themselves by operating the windows unintentionally.

Closing a power window on a child's hands or fingers can cause serious injury.

Make sure your children are away from the windows before closing them.

Instruments and Controls

Moonroof

To close the moonroof, press and hold the

switch.

Closing the moonroof on someone's hands or fingers can cause serious injury.

Make sure the passengers are clear of the moonroof before closing it.

NOTICE

If you try to open the moonroof in below-freezing temperatures, or when it is covered with snow or ice, you can damage the moonroof panel or motor.

Only on EX model in the U.S., and EX-V model in Canada Use the switches on the dashboard under the left vent to operate the moonroof. The ignition must be ON (II). To lift the rear of the moonroof for ventilation, push the button. To slide the moonroof back, push the switch. Hold it until the moonroof reaches the desired position, then release the switch.

Main MenuTable of ContentsstSunshade

Mirrors

Manual Door Mirrors

Moonroof, Mirrors

You can slide the sunshade to any position when the moonroof is closed. The sunshade slides open with the moonroof. You must close it manually.

TAB

Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibili- ty. Be sure to adjust the mirrors before you start driving.

The inside mirror has day and night positions. The night position reduces glare from headlights behind you. Flip the tab on the bottom edge of the mirror to select the day or night position.

Only on U.S. DX model and Canadian LX model with SRS The outside mirrors can be ad- justed by moving the knob located on each front door.

On Canadian LX model without SRS The outside mirror on the driver's door can be adjusted by moving the knob on the inside of the door.

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentsstMirrors

Adjusting the Power Mirrors

SELECTOR SWITCH

Only on LX and EX models in the U.S., EX and EX- V models in Canada Adjust the outside mirrors with the adjustment switch on the left side of the dashboard:

1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).

2. Move the selector switch to L

(driver's side) or R (passenger's side).

3. Push the appropriate edge of the

adjustment switch to move the mirror right, left, up or down.

4. When you finish, move the

selector switch to the center (off) position. This turns off the adjustment switch so you can't move a mirror out of position by accidentally bumping it.

The outside mirror on the passen- ger's side has curved glass. Objects look farther away than they are. Use this mirror to get a "wide view". Don't use it to judge the dis- tance of things behind you.

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentsstParking Brake, Glove Box

Parking Brake

NOTICE

Glove Box

Driving the car with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up fully. To release it, pull up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever. The parking brake light on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released (see page 35 ). If you try to drive the car without releasing the parking brake, the ABS cannot work properly.

GLOVE BOX

Open the glove box by pulling the handle. Close it with a firm push.

An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt.

Always keep the glove box closed while driving.

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentsstDigital Clock

RESET

(Not in U.S. DX and Canadian LX models) The digital clock displays the time with the ignition switch ON (II). To see the time with the ignition off, press and hold the wide button under the clock.

To set the clock:

1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II)

to display the time.

2. Swing down the front cover of

the wide button under the clock display. You will see H, M, and RESET buttons.

Instruments and Controls

3. Press and hold the H button until the hour advances to the desired time.

4. Press and hold the M button until

the numbers advance to the desired time.

You can use the RESET button to quickly set the time to the nearest hour. If the displayed time is before the half hour, pressing the RESET button sets the clock back to the previous hour. If the displayed time is after the half hour, pressing the RESET button sets the clock forward to the beginning of the next hour.

For example:

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

Main MenuTable of ContentsstConsole Compartment, Beverage Holder

Console Compartment

Beverage Holder

Push

CONSOLE COMPARTMENT

Only on LX and EX models in the U.S., EX and EX- V models in Canada To open the console compartment, pull up the front edge of the lid.

To open the beverage holder, push on the top. It is spring-loaded and will swing open. To close it, push it down until it latches.

Use the beverage holder only when the car is parked. If you place cups in the holder while driving, the liquid may spill when you go over bumps or around corners.

Be careful when you are using the beverage holder. Spilled liquids can damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in the interior. If the liquid is very hot, it can scald you or your passengers.

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentsstCoin Box, Vanity Mirror, Cigarette Lighter

Coin Box

Vanity Mirror

Cigarette Lighter

COIN BOX

To open the coin box, pull the upper edge. Close it with a firm push.

Only on LX and EX models in the U.S., EX and EX- V models in Canada To use the vanity mirror, pull down the passenger's sun visor.

CIGARETTE LIGHTER

The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) for the cigarette lighter to work. To heat up the lighter, push it in. It will pop out when it is ready for use. Do not hold the lighter in while it is heating up, you could cause it to overheat.

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentsstASHTRAY

ASHTRAY

Open the front ashtray by pulling on the bottom edge. Push it in to close it. To remove the ashtray for empty- ing, push down on the metal plate inside, then pull the ashtray out completely.

The rear ashtray is at the rear end of the center console. Open the ashtray by swinging the upper edge of the lid down. To remove the ashtray for emptying, open it then lift up and out.

Ashtrays

NOTICE

Use the ashtray only for cigarettes, cigars and other smoking materials. To prevent a possible fire and damage to your car, don't put paper or other things that can burn in the ashtray.

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentsstInterior Light

(US: EX, Canada: EX-V)

(US: DX, LX, Canada: LX, EX)

DOOR ACTIVATED ON

OFF

DOOR ACTIVATED OFF

ON

The interior light has a three- position switch. In the OFF position, the light does not come on. In the center position, the interior light comes on when you open any door. In the ON position, the interior light stays on continuously.

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentsstComfort and Convenience Features

The heating and air conditioning* system in your car provides a com- fortable driving environment in all weather conditions.

(On LX and EX models in the U.S., and EX and EX-V models in Canada) The standard audio system is very versatile. To get the most benefit from this system, read its descrip- tion in this manual. Some models have an anti-theft audio system that requires a code number to enable it.

(For other U.S. and Canadian models) Refer to the operating instructions that came with the optional audio system you selected.

* Air conditioning is standard on the EX model in the U.S. and the EX-V model in Canada. It is optional on other models.

Heating and Cooling...................... 68
What Each Control Does .......... 70
How to Use the System............. 71

Controlling Air Flow

Direction.............................. 71
Ventilation............................... 71
To Cool with A/C ................... 72
To Heat....................................73

To Heat and Dehumidify

with Air Conditioning ........... 73
To Defog and Defrost................ 74
To Turn Everything off ........... 74
Audio System.................................. 75
Operating the Radio .................. 77
Presetting.................................... 79
Adjusting the Sound.................. 80
Radio Frequencies..................... 81
Operating the Cassette

Player ....................................... 82
Cassette Search Functions....... 83
Caring for Cassettes.................. 83
Operating the CD Changer ...... 84
CD Error Indications................. 86
Caring for the Cassette Player.... 87
Theft Protection............................. 88

Comfort and Convenience Features

Main MenustHeating and Cooling

This system has full heating, venti- lation, and air conditioning capabi- lities. You can adjust the system controls to mix these in various combinations. The air flows into the interior at three possible levels, which you can select.

(Only for DX and LX models in the U.S., LX and EX models in Canada) If you purchased your car without air conditioning, it can be installed at any time. A Genuine Honda air conditioning system is available from your dealer. It meets Honda's high quality standards and is designed to fit your car. Please contact your dealer for more information.

CENTER VENT

SIDE VENT

CLOSE

The direction of air flow from the vents in the center and each side of the dashboard is adjustable. Move the tab in the center of each vent up-and-down and side-to-side.

The heating and cooling system draws air through the exterior vents at the bottom of the wind- shield. Keep these vents clear of leaves and other debris.

The side and upper vents can be opened and closed with the dials next to them.

Comfort and Convenience Features

Main MenuTable of ContentsstHeating and Cooling

UPPER VENT

OPEN

CLOSE

Comfort and Convenience Features

Main MenuTable of ContentsstHeating and Cooling

What Each Control Does

Fan Control Lever Sliding this lever to the right increases the fan speed, which increases air flow.

Temperature Control Lever Sliding this lever to the right increases the temperature of air flowing from the system.

Mode Buttons These buttons control the direction of air flow. The indicator light shows which button is controlling air flow.

Air Conditioning (A/C) Switch This switch turns the air condi- tioning ON and OFF. The indicator in the switch lights when the A/C is ON.

RECIRCULATION BUTTON

AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH

MODE BUTTONS

FRESH AIR BUTTON

TEMPERATURE CONTROL LEVER

FAN CONTROL LEVER

Fresh Air and Recirculation Buttons These two buttons control the source of air going into the system. In Fresh Air mode, air comes from outside the car. In Recirculation mode, the interior air recycles through the system.

Comfort and Convenience Features

Main MenuTable of ContentsstHow to Use the System This section covers the best way to use the system for ventilation, cooling, dehumidifying, defrosting and heating. In most cases, the mode and air source selections are only recommendations. You may prefer different settings.

mode to heat or cool the

Use interior more quickly, or to keep out smoke and dust. Leaving the system in the recirculation mode with the A/C off can cause the windows to fog up. Switch to

mode as soon as the interior reaches a comfortable temperature or the outside smoky, dusty condition clears.

Heating and Cooling

Ventilation Your car has a flow-through venti- lation system. Air enters the car through vents in front of the wind- shield. It circulates through the interior then exits through vents near the rear window. This system provides fresh air even when the car is standing still. To bring in outside air, press the button. Set the fan at a comfortable speed.

The engine must be running for the heater and air conditioning to pro- vide hot and cold air. The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air. If the engine is cold, it will be sever- al minutes before you feel warm air circulating.

The air conditioning system does not depend on engine temperature. It can produce cold air almost immediately.

Controlling Air Flow Direction Air flows into the interior at three levels: Toward the floor through the dash vents toward the windshield and side windows . You select the air flow level or combination of levels with the five mode buttons.

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Comfort and Convenience Features

Main MenuTable of ContentsstHeating and Cooling

To Cool with A/C To operate the air conditioning system, press the air conditioning switch. Set the fan to the desired speed. You can also use the

mode button to direct air out of the dash and heater vents.

To cool the interior down rapidly after the car has been sitting in the sun:

1. Start the engine. 2. Turn on the A/C by pressing the

switch.

3. Set the fan to maximum speed. 4. Open the windows partially.

Select

and

When the interior reaches a com- fortable temperature, close the windows and set the system for cooling as described above.

MODE BUTTONS

AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH

TEMPERATURE CONTROL LEVER

FAN CONTROL LEVER

Air conditioning places an extra load on the engine. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 39) when using the A/C in heavy traffic or driving up long hills. If it moves near the red zone, turn off the air conditioning until the gauge reads normally.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstTo Heat To warm the interior:

MODE BUTTONS

AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH

Heating and Cooling

1. Start the engine. 2. Select and 3. Switch the fan to the desired

speed.

4. Adjust the warmth of the air with the temperature control lever.

To Heat and Dehumidify with Air Conditioning Air conditioning removes moisture from the air as it operates. When used in combination with the heater, it makes the interior warm and dry.

1. Switch the fan on. 2. Turn on the air conditioning. 3. Select

and any desired

mode button.

4. Adjust the temperature control lever so the mixture of heated and cooled air feels comfortable.

TEMPERATURE CONTROL LEVER

FAN CONTROL LEVER

This setting is suitable for all driving conditions whenever the outside temperature is above 32 °F (0°C).

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstTo Turn Everything Off To shut off the system temporarily, slide the fan speed and temperature control levers all the way to the left.

You should shut the system com- pletely off only for the first few minutes of driving in cold weather, until the engine coolant warms up enough to operate the heater. Keep the fan on at all other times so stale air does not build up in the interior.

Heating and Cooling

To Defog and Defrost To remove fog from the inside of the windows:

1. Switch the fan on. 2. Turn on the air conditioning. 3. Select 4. Adjust the temperature control

and

lever so the airflow from the defroster vents feels warm.

5. Turn on the rear window

defogger to help clear the rear window.

To remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield and side windows after the car has been sitting out in cold weather:

1. Start the engine. 2. Select and 3. Switch the fan and temperature

controls to maximum.

To rapidly remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield (on very cold days), first select the windshield is clear, select

. Once

to avoid fogging the

windows.

These settings direct all the air flow to the defroster vents at the base of the windshield and the side window defroster vents. The air flow will get warmer and clear the windows faster as the engine warms up. You can close the side and upper vents with the dial beside each vent. This will send more warm air to the windshield defroster vents.

For safety, make sure you have a clear view through all the windows before driving away.

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(U.S. LX, Canadian EX) ON/VOL KNOB

CASSETTE SLOT

AM BUTTON

AM/FM/Cassette Stereo Audio System For LX and EX models in the U.S., and EX and EX- V models in Canada Your Honda audio system is easy to use, and will give clear AM/FM reception. The preset buttons allow you to select six stations on AM and twelve stations on FM.

TUNE/SEEK BAR

PRESET BUTTONS

FM BUTTON

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CASSETTE SLOT

ON/VOL KNOB

AM BUTTON

TUNE/SEEK BAR

PRESET BUTTONS

FM BUTTON

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The cassette system uses Dolby B®* noise reduction to give excellent sound reproduction. The system also senses when a metal or chromium-dioxide (CrO ) tape is being played and adjusts accord- ingly. The cassette player features auto- reverse for continuous play.

On U.S. EX and Canadian EX- V models The Anti-theft feature disables the system if it is disconnected from the car's battery. To get the system working again, you must enter a code number.

* Dolby noise reduction manufac- tured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpo- ration. "DOLBY" and the double-D symbol

are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpo- ration.

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CASSETTE SLOT

ON/VOL KNOB

AM BUTTON

TUNE/SEEK BAR

PRESET BUTTONS

FM BUTTON

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CASSETTE SLOT

ON/VOL KNOB

AM BUTTON

TUNE/SEEK BAR

PRESET BUTTONS

FM BUTTON

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STEREO INDICATOR

ON/VOL KNOB

AM BUTTON

FM BUTTON

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STEREO INDICATOR

ON/VOL KNOB

AM BUTTON

Operating the Radio The ignition switch must be in AC- CESSORY (I) or ON (II) to operate the audio system. Turn the system on by turning the ON/VOL knob clockwise. The radio comes on and displays the frequency of the station it was last tuned to.

Adjust the volume by turning the ON/VOL knob.

Select the band you want to listen to by pressing the AM or FM button. You will see the selected band and the frequency in the display.

ST will be displayed next to the fre- quency if the station is broadcast- ing in FM stereo. The AM stereo feature is not available.

FM BUTTON

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You can use any of three methods to find radio stations on the selected band: TUNE, SEEK, or the Preset buttons.

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AM BUTTON

The TUNE function lets you find a desired frequency. Use the TUNE/SEEK bar to change the frequency in small increments. Press the right side

to tune to a higher frequency,

to tune to a

and the left side lower frequency. Press and release to change the frequency to the next number.

TUNE/SEEK BAR

PRESET BUTTONS

FM BUTTON

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AM BUTTON

Press the TUNE/SEEK bar and hold it to change to a frequency that is far away. The frequency display will begin to count rapidly. It will stop counting when you release the bar.

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TUNE/SEEK BAR

PRESET BUTTONS

FM BUTTON

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Once that station's frequency is stored, simply press and release the proper preset button to tune to it. If you want to change any preset button's selection, store another fre- quency as described. The frequen- cies you preset will be lost if your car's battery goes dead or is discon- nected.

The SEEK function searches the band for stations with a strong sig- nal. Depending on which side you press on the TUNE/SEEK bar, the system searches up or down from the current frequency. Press the bar until you hear a beep, then release it. The system searches until it finds a station with a strong signal, then stops.

Presetting The preset buttons allow you to store radio frequencies for later selection. Each button will store one frequency on the AM band, and two on the FM band.

To store a frequency:

1. Select the desired band, AM or FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store two frequencies with each Preset button.

2. Use the TUNE or SEEK func-

tion to tune the radio to a desired station.

3. Pick the Preset button you want for that station. Press the button and hold it until you hear a beep.

4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store a

total of six stations on AM and twelve on FM.

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Adjusting the Sound Use the Balance and Fader controls to adjust the sound "direction". The Balance control moves it left- to-right. The Fader control moves it front-to-back.

To use either control, push on the knob to get it to pop out. Adjust the front-to-back sound to your liking with the outside ring.

Adjust side-to-side sound balance with the knob. Push the knob back in when you are done.

B AS TRE

FAD BAL

BASS CONTROL

TREBLE CONTROL

FADER CONTROL

BALANCE CONTROL

The illumination for the radio con- trols comes on with the instrument panel lights, even if the radio is off. You can use the Balance control to turn off the radio panel illumina- tion even with the radio on. Push the control knob so it pops out, then pull it out slightly further. Check this control if the control panel lights do not come on with the in- strument panel lights.

Use the Bass and Treble controls to adjust the tone quality to your liking. Push on the knob to get the controls to pop out. Adjust the bass level with the outer ring and the treble level with the knob. When finished, push the knobs back in so there is less chance of accidentally changing your settings.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstRadio Frequencies Your Honda's radio can tune in all frequencies in both the AM and FM bands. Those bands cover these frequen- cies:

AM band: 530 kilohertz to 1,710 kilohertz FM band: 87.7 megahertz to 107.9 megahertz

Radio stations on the AM band are assigned frequencies at least 10
kilohertz apart (530, 540, 550). Those on the FM band are assigned frequencies at least 0.2 megahertz apart (87.9,88.1,88.3).

Stations must use these exact frequencies. It is fairly common for stations to round-off the frequency in their advertising, so your radio will show a frequency of 100.9 even though the announcer may call the station "FM101."

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AM BUTTON

Audio System

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AM BUTTON

FM BUTTON

FM BUTTON

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Operating the Cassette Player Turn the system ON. Insert the cassette into the slot with the tape opening to the right. Push the cassette in most of the way. The drive will pull it in the rest of the way and begin to play.

or will light to show you

The which side of the cassette is playing. indicates the side you The inserted facing upward is now playing. To play the other side of the tape, press the PROG button.

The system also has an Auto- reverse feature. It will automati- cally reverse direction when it reaches the end of the cassette.

(U.S. LX, Canadian EX)

PLAY BUTTON

REW BUTTON

FF BUTTON

TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR

EJECT BUTTON

PROG BUTTON

TMS BUTTON

DOLBY BUTTON

(U.S. EX, Canadian EX-V) REW BUTTON

PLAY BUTTON

FF BUTTON

TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR

EJECT BUTTON

PROG BUTTON

TMS BUTTON

DOLBY BUTTON

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstIf the tape was recorded with Dolby " B" noise reduction, turn it on by pressing the

button.

To remove the cassette from the drive, press the EJECT button. The system automatically ejects the cassette whenever you turn off the system or the ignition switch.

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Cassette Search Functions Once a cassette is playing, you can use the FF, REW or TMS function to look for desired songs or pas- sages.

Press the REW button to rewind the cassette. Press the FF button to fast forward. The cassette stops playing and the light in the button comes on. To stop rewind or fast forward, press the PLAY button. If the system reaches the end of the cassette while in fast forward or rewind, it automatically stops that function, reverses direction, and begins to play.

The TMS function lets you skip to the beginning of a song or other passage.

Press the TMS button and then the FF button or REW button. The tape will automatically advance to the beginning of the next song, or return to the beginning of the song just played. When the system senses a silent period on the tape, it goes back to PLAY mode.

The TMS function uses silent periods on the tape to find the end of a selection. This feature may not work satisfactorily on tapes that have almost no gap between songs, a high noise level between songs, or silent periods in the middle of songs.

Caring for Cassettes Damaged cassettes can jam inside the drive or cause other problems. See page 87 for information on cassette care and protection.

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Operating the CD Changer (Optional) A Compact Disc changer is available for your car. It holds up to six discs, providing several hours of continuous programming. You operate the CD changer with the same controls used for the radio and cassette player.

Load the desired CD's in the magazine and load the magazine in the changer according to the instructions that came with the unit.

(U.S. LX, Canadian EX)

CD BUTTON

ON/VOL KNOB

TUNE/SEEK BAR

(U.S. EX, Canadian EX-V)

CD BUTTON

ON/VOL KNOB

TUNE/SEEK BAR

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstTo operate the CD changer, the ignition key must be in ACCESSO- RY (I) or ON (II). If you are listening to a cassette tape, eject it before playing a CD.

Press the CD button until "CD" appears on the display. Once in the CD mode, the system will start to play the first track of the first disc in the magazine.

When that disc ends, the next disc in the magazine is loaded and played.

After disc 6 has completed, the system will return to disc 1. To make your own disc selection, push one of the six preset buttons. Your selection will appear in the display and start playing.

You can use the TUNE/SEEK bar while a disc is playing to select passages and change tracks. To move rapidly forward within a track, press and hold the side of the TUNE/SEEK bar. Press and hold the side to move rapidly backward within a track. Keep pressing the bar until you think the track has advanced or returned to the desired position. The disc will start playing when you release the bar.

side and release

If you press the it, the system will skip forward to the beginning of the next track on that CD. It will skip backward to the begin- ning of the current track if you press the side and release it.

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If you change modes to radio or tape while a CD is playing, then change back to CD mode, the same disc and track will play.

If you turn off the system while a CD is playing, either with the ON /VOL knob or by turning off the ignition, the system will begin at the same disc and track when you turn it back on.

If you try to select an empty slot in the magazine, the system will select and play the first track of the next disc in the magazine.

To return to the radio function, press the AM/FM button.

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CD Error Indications If you see an error indication on the display, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the car to your Honda dealer.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstCLEAN INDICATOR

ANTI THEFT

C L E AN

RESET BUTTON

The cassette drive picks up dirt and oxides whenever you play a tape. This builds up over time and causes the sound quality to degrade. To prevent this, you should clean the cassette drive after every 30
hours of use. Your dealer has a cleaning kit available for this purpose.

After 30 hours of tape use, you will see CLEAN flashing for 5 seconds in the display when you insert a

Caring for the Cassette Player

tape into the tape slot. If you are already regularly cleaning the tape drive at least every 30 hours, reset the indicator by pressing the Reset button while the system is in the tape operation mode. Hold the button until the CLEAN indicator goes out.

If you do not clean the cassette drive regularly, it may eventually become impossible to remove the deposits with a normal cleaning kit.

The cassette player automatically ejects cassettes that do not play normally. If it ejects a cassette before it begins to play, it is probably defective and should not be inserted again. You may have a cassette suddenly stop playing, reverse directions once or twice and then eject. This is normally an indication the tape is wound unevenly. It should play normally after being manually rewound.

Use 100-minute or shorter cas- settes. Cassettes longer than 100
minutes use thinner tape that may break or jam the drive.

Look at a cassette before you insert it. If the tape is loose, tighten it by turning one of the hubs with a pencil or your finger.

If the label is peeling off, do not put it in the player. It may cause the cassette to jam in the drive mecha- nism when you try to eject it.

Do not leave cassettes sitting where they are exposed to high heat or humidity, such as on top of the dashboard or in the player. If a cassette is exposed to extreme heat or cold, let it reach a moderate temperature before putting it in the player.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstYou will have to store your favorite stations in the Preset buttons after the system begins working. Your original settings were lost when power was disconnected.

Theft Protection

On U.S. EX and Canadian EX- V models Your car's audio system will disable itself if it is disconnected from electrical power for any reason. To make it work again, the user must enter a specific five-digit code in the Preset buttons. Because there are hundreds of number combinations possible from five digits, making the system work without knowing the exact code is nearly impossible.

You should have received two copies of a card that lists your audio system's code number and serial number. It is best to store one of these cards in a safe place at home, and to keep the other in your wallet or purse. In addition, you should write the audio system's serial number in this Owner's Manual. If you should happen to lose both cards, you must obtain the code number from your Honda

dealer. To do this, you will need the system's serial number.

If your car's battery is discon- nected or goes dead, the audio system will disable itself. If this happens, you will see "Code" in the frequency display the next time you turn on the system. Use the Preset buttons to enter the five- digit code. If it is entered correctly, the radio will start playing.

If you make a mistake entering the code, do not start over or try to correct your mistake. Complete the five-digit sequence, then enter the correct code. You have three tries to enter the correct code. If you are unsuccessful in three attempts, you must then leave the system on for one hour before trying again.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstBefore you begin driving your Honda, you should know what gaso- line to use, and how to check the levels of important fluids. You also need to know how to properly stow luggage or packages. This section will help you. If you plan to add any accessories to your car, please read the information in this section first.

Before Driving

Break-in Period .............................. 90
Gasoline............................................ 90
Oxygenated Fuels...................... 90
Driving in Foreign Countries... 91
Service Station Procedures.......... 92
Filling the Fuel Tank................ 92
Opening the Hood ...................... 93
Fuel Economy................................. 96
Vehicle Condition....................... 96
Driving Habits............................ 96
Accessories...................................... 97
Loading Cargo................................ 98

Before Driving

Main MenustBreak-in Period, Gasoline

Break-in Period Help assure your car's future reliability and performance by paying extra attention to how you drive during the first 1,000 km (600