1999 Honda Civic Sedan Owners Manual

Trunk............................................ 75
Seat Adjustments............................. 76
Front Seat Adjustments.............. 76
Driver's Seat Height

Adjustment............................... 77
Head Restraints........................... 78
Folding Rear Seat............................ 79
Power Windows............................... 80
Moonroof.......................................... 82
Mirrors.............................................. 82
Adjusting the Power Mirrors..... 83
Parking Brake.................................. 84
Glove Box......................................... 85
Beverage Holder.............................. 85
Accessory Power Socket................ 86
Ashtrays............................................ 86
Interior Light.................................... 87

Instruments and Controls

Main MenustMIRROR CONTROLS (P.83)

HEATING/COOLING CONTROL (P.90)

AUDIO SYSTEM, DIGITAL CLOCK (P.98, 107, 121)

Control Locations

DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P.71)

POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.80)

FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P.143)

TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE (P.75)

HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.144)

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentsstThe instrument panel has many indicators to give you important information about your car.

* The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian model are noted in the text.

EX and U.S. LX

HIGH BEAM INDICATOR

CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR

Indicator Lights

PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR*

TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR LOW FUEL INDICATOR

CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR

SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR*

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Main MenuTable of ContentstsIndicator Lights

U.S. DX, Value Package, and Canadian LX

Instruments and Controls

Seat Belt Reminder Light

This indicator lights when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). It is a reminder to you and your passengers to protect yourselves by fastening the seat belts. A beeper also sounds if you have not fastened your seat belt.

If you do not fasten your seat belt, the beeper will stop after a few seconds but the light stays on until you do. Both the light and the beeper stay off if you fasten your seat belt before turning on the ignition.

* Differences in the indicators for Canadian models are noted in the text.

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Supplemental Restraint System Indicator

SRS This indicator lights when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). If it comes on at any other time, it indicates a problem in the supplemental restraint system. For complete information, see page 47.

Charging System Indicator

If this light comes on when the engine is running, the battery is not being charged. For complete information, see page 250.

Low Oil Pressure Indicator

The engine can be severely damaged if this light flashes or stays on when the engine is running. For complete information, see page 249.

Canada Parking Brake

U.S. BRAKE

and Brake System Indicator This light has two functions:

1. It lights as a reminder that you have not released the parking brake. Driving with the parking brake applied can damage the brakes and tires.

2. If it remains lit after you release

the parking brake while the engine is running, or comes on while driving, it can indicate a problem in the brake system. For complete information, see page 252.

Indicator Lights

Canada Anti-lock Brake

System (ABS) Indicator

U.S. ABS Only on models equipped with ABS (see page 167) This light normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON (II), and when the ignition switch is turned to START (lII). If this light comes on at any other time, there is a problem in the ABS. If this happens, take the car to your dealer to have it checked. With the light on, your car still has normal braking ability but no anti- lock.

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Main MenuTable of ContentstsHigh Beam Indicator

Trunk-open Indicator

This light comes on with the high beam headlights. See page 61 for information on the headlight controls.

On Canadian models, this indicator comes on with reduced brightness when the Daytime Running Lights (DRL) are on (see page 61).

Cruise Control Indicator

CRUISE CONTROL Only on models equipped with Cruise Control System This lights when you set the cruise control. See page 66 for information on operating the cruise control.

This light comes on if the trunk lid is not closed tightly.

Low Fuel Indicator

This light comes on as a reminder that you must refuel soon.

Washer Level Indicator

Canadian models only This light comes on when the washer fluid level is low. Add washer fluid when you see this light come on (see page 196).

Indicator Lights

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

See page 251.

Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators

The left or right turn signal light blinks when you signal a lane change or turn. If the light does not blink or blinks rapidly, it usually means one of the turn signal bulbs is burned out (see page 222). Replace the bulb as soon as possible, since other drivers cannot see that you are signalling.

When you turn on the Hazard Warning switch, both turn signal lights blink. All turn signals on the outside of the car should flash.

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Main MenuTable of ContentstsEX and U.S. LX

TACHOMETER TRIP METER

SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE TEMPERATURE

GAUGE

ODOMETER

MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR

TRIP METER RESET BUTTON

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

Tachometer On LX and EX models in U.S., and EX model 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.

Gauges

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 U.S. federal law and Canadian provincial regulations 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.

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Main MenuTable of ContentstsGauges

U.S. D X, Value Package, and Canadian LX

TEMPERATURE GAUGE

TRIP METER

SPEEDOMETER

FUEL GAUGE

ODOMETER

MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR

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 switch back ON (II).

Instruments and Controls

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 blue zone. If it reaches the red (Hot) mark, pull safely to the side of the road. Turn to page 247 for instructions and precautions on checking the engine's cooling system.

Main MenuTable of ContentstsWhen the distance driven since the last scheduled maintenance nears 7,500 miles (12,000 km), the indicator will turn yellow. If you exceed 7,500 miles (12,000 km), the indicator will turn red.

Your dealer will reset the indicator when he performs the scheduled maintenance. If someone else performs the maintenance, reset the indicator by inserting your key in the slot beside the indicator.

Maintenance Required Indicator

SLOT

INDICATOR

U.S. Models This indicator reminds you that it is nearing 7,500 miles (12,000 km) since the last scheduled maintenance. Refer to the Maintenance Schedules for Normal and Severe Driving Conditions on pages 178 — 182 .

Gauges

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Main MenuTable of Contentsts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 washers and wipers.

The rear window defogger switch is on the dashboard to the right of the center air vents.

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

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

Instruments and Controls

CRUISE CONTROL

INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS

HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS

MOONROOF

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER

WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS

MIRROR CONTROLS

HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS

TILT ADJUSTMENT

HORN BUTTONS

Main MenuTable of ContentsstControls Near the Steering Wheel

Headlights

If you leave the lights on with the ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0), you will hear a reminder beeper when you open the driver's door.

" position turns

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

To change between low beams and high beams, pull the turn signal lever until you hear a click, then let go. The blue high beam indicator will light (see page 56).

To flash the high beams, pull the turn signal lever back lightly, then release it. The high beams will come on and go off.

The high beams will stay on for as long as you hold the lever back, 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.

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Main MenuTable of Contentsts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 controls the brightness of the instrument 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 automatically as you complete the turn.

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Main MenuTable of ContentstsWindshield Wipers

Windshield Washers

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

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

: low speed : high speed

In intermittent, the wipers operate every few seconds. In low speed and high speed, the wipers run continu- ously.

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.

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

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

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Main MenuTable of Contentsts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 accidentally damaged. When cleaning the glass, always wipe side to side.

Push the red button to the left of the center vents to turn on the hazard warning lights (four-way flashers). This causes all four outside turn signals and both indicators in the instrument 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 defogger 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.

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Main MenuTable of ContentstsSteering Wheel Adjustment See page 18 for important safety information about how to properly position the steering wheel Make any steering wheel adjustment before you start 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.

To adjust the steering wheel upward or downward:

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

3. 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. Push the lever under the steering

column all the way down.

2. Move the steering wheel to the

desired position, making sure the wheel points toward your chest, not toward your face. Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and the indicator lights.

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Main MenuTable of ContentstsSteering Wheel Controls

Cruise Control On LX and EX models in the U.S., and EX model 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 should be used 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.

NOTICE

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.

Using the Cruise Control

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).

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of Contentsstcruise control. To resume the set speed press the RESUME/accel button. The CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel comes on.

Changing the Set Speed You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways:

Press and hold the RESUME/ accel button. The car will acceler- ate. 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.

To increase your speed in very small amounts, tap the RESUME/ accel button repeatedly. Each time you do this, your car will go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) faster.

Steering Wheel Controls

You can decrease the set cruising speed in any of these ways:

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

To slow down in very small amounts, tap the SET/decel button repeatedly. Each time you do this, your car will go about 1
mph (1.6 km/h) slower.

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 the SET/decel button on the

steering wheel. The CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel comes on. This shows the system is now activated.

The cruise control may not hold the set speed when you are going up and down hills. If your speed increases going down a hill, use the brakes to slow down to the desired speed. This will cancel the

Main MenuTable of Contentststhe RESUME/accel button until the CRUISE CONTROL light comes on. The car will accelerate to the same cruising speed as before.

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.

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 You can cancel the cruise control in any of these ways:

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.

The system remembers the previously-set cruising speed. To return to that speed, accelerate to above 25 mph (40 km/h) and press

Main MenuTable of ContentstsKeys

KEY NUMBER PLATE

MASTER KEYS

VALET KEY

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

The valet key works only in 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 the valet key at a parking facility. (See Trunk, page 75.)

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

Remote Transmitter Standard on the EX and Value Package models in the U.S. Optional on the LX model in the U.S. and EX model in Canada Your car also comes with two remote transmitters; see page 72 for an explanation of the operation.

Keys and Locks

Ignition Switch

The ignition switch is on the right side of the steering column. It has four positions:

LOCK (0) ACCESSORY (I) ON (II) START (III)

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstKeys and Locks

LOCK (0) — You can insert or remove the key only in this position. To switch from ACCESSORY to LOCK, you must push the key in slightly as you turn it. If your car has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must also be in Park. The anti- theft lock will lock the steering column when you remove the key. If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may sometimes make it difficult to turn the key from LOCK to ACCESSORY. Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or to the right as you turn 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.

Instruments and Controls

ACCESSORY (I) — In this position, you can operate the audio system and the accessory power socket.

Door Locks

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 instru- ment panel come on as a test when you turn the ignition switch from ACCESSORY to ON.

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

You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key in the ignition switch in the LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I) position and open the driver's door. Remove the key to turn off the beeper.

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.

Main MenuTable of ContentstsPower Door Locks

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 passen- gers' doors, use the master door lock switch or the lock tab on each door.

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

MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH On Value Package, LX, and EX models in the U.S., and EX model in Canada The master door lock switch allows control of all door locks from the driver's door. Push the switch down to lock all doors, and up to unlock them.

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Main MenuTable of ContentstsKeys and Locks

Remote Transmitter

LED

UNLOCK BUTTON

PANIC BUTTON

Standard on the Value Package and EX models in the U.S. Optional on the LX model in the U.S. and EX model in Canada You can lock and unlock your car with the remote transmitter. When you push the LOCK button, all doors lock. The parking lights, side marker lights, and taillights flash once.

When you push the UNLOCK button once, only the driver's door unlocks.

Instruments and Controls

LOCK BUTTON

The passenger's door unlocks when you push the button a second time. The parking lights, side marker lights, and taillights flash twice.

The interior light (if the interior light switch is in the center position) will come on when you press the UNLOCK button. If you do not open any door, the light will go out in about 30 seconds and the doors will automatically relock. If you relock the doors with the remote transmitter before 30 seconds have elapsed, the light will go off immediately.

You cannot lock or unlock the doors with the remote transmitter if any door is not fully closed or the key is in the ignition switch.

Panic Mode Panic mode allows you to remotely activate your car's horn and exterior lights. When activated, the horn will sound, and the exterior lights will flash, for about 30 seconds. To activate panic mode, press and hold the PANIC button for about one second.

To cancel PANIC mode before 30
seconds, press any button on the remote transmitter. You can also turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II).

Panic mode will not activate if the key is in the ignition switch.

Main MenuTable of ContentstsReplacing the Battery

Open

Close

Keys and Locks

ROUND COVER

CUSHION RING

BATTERY

Reinstall the cushion ring. Align the mark on the cover with the mark on the transmitter,

then set the cover in place and turn it clockwise.

After the battery is changed, the transmitter must be synchronized with the main unit. With the doors and trunk lid closed, press either the LOCK or UNLOCK button six times.

When the remote transmitter's battery begins to get weak, it may take several pushes on the button to lock or unlock the doors, and the LED will get dim. Replace the battery as soon as possible.

Battery type: CR2025

To replace the battery, remove the round cover on the back of the trans- mitter by turning it counterclockwise with a coin.

Remove the old battery and note the polarity. Make sure the polarity of the new battery is the same (+ side facing up), then insert it in the transmitter.

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Main MenuTable of ContentstsAs required by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device complies with DOC standards in Canada.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Keys and Locks

Transmitter Care Avoid severe shock to the trans- mitter, such as dropping or throwing it. Also, protect it from extreme hot or cold temperatures.

Clean the transmitter case with a soft cloth. Do not use strong cleaners or solvents that could harm the case. Immersing the transmitter in any liquid will harm the trans- mitter and cause it to not function properly.

If you lose a transmitter, you will need to have the replacement programmed to your car's system by your Honda dealer. Any other transmitters you have will also need to be reprogrammed.

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Main MenuTable of ContentstsChildproof Door Locks

Trunk

LEVER

Keys and Locks

TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE

MASTER KEY

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.

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

See page 151 for cargo loading and weight limit information. Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the lid, and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior. See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page 49.

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Main MenuTable of ContentstsKeys and Locks, Seat Adjustments

Front Seat Adjustments See pages 12 — 13 for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. Adjust the seat before you start driving.

MASTER KEY

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

Instruments and Controls

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.

Main MenuTable of ContentstsSeat Adjustments

Driver's Seat Height Adjustment

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.

On LX and EX models in the U.S., and EX model in Canada The height of your driver's seat is adjustable. Turn the front dial on the outside of the seat cushion to raise the front of the seat bottom and turn the rear dial to raise the rear.

Make all adjustments before you start driving.

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentstsThe front head restraints adjust for height. You need both hands to adjust the restraint. Do not attempt to adjust it while driving. To raise it, pull upward. To lower the restraint, push the release button sideways and push the restraint down.

To remove a head restraint for cleaning or repair, pull it up as far as it will go. Push the release button and pull the restraint out of the seat- back.

Seat Adjustments

Head Restraints

RELEASE BUTTON

See page 14 for important safety information and a warning about how to properly position the head restraints. The front head restraints help protect you and your passenger from whiplash and other injuries. They are most effective when you adjust them so the back of the occupant's head rests against the center of the restraint. A taller person should adjust the restraint as high as possible.

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Main MenuTable of ContentstsThe back of the rear seat folds down to give you direct access to the trunk. Each side folds down separately. With only half the seat folded, you can still carry a passenger in the back seat.

MASTER KEY

Folding Rear Seat

RELEASE

To fold down either side of the seat- back from inside the car, insert the master key in the lock on the rear shelf. To fold down the driver's side, turn the key clockwise, pull down the top of the seat-back, then release the key. To fold down the passenger's side, turn the key counterclockwise and perform the same procedure.

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

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

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Main MenuTable of ContentstsFolding Rear Seat, Power Windows

Make sure all items in the trunk, or items extending through the opening into the back seat are secured. Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you have to brake hard. See Carrying Cargo on page 151.

Never drive with the seat-back folded down and the trunk lid open. See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page 49.

Instruments and Controls

Power Windows

switch and holding it.

DRIVER'S WINDOW SWITCH

MAIN SWITCH On LX and EX models in the U.S., and EX model in Canada Your car's windows are electrically- 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 pulling back on the

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

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.

Main MenuTable of ContentsstThe MAIN switch controls power to the passengers' windows. With this switch off, the passengers' windows cannot be raised or lowered. The MAIN switch does not affect the driver's window. Keep the MAIN switch off when you have children in the car so they do not injure them- selves by operating the windows unintentionally.

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

AUTO — 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, pull back on the window switch 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 pull back on the window switch and hold it until the window reaches the desired position.

Power Windows

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentstsMoonroof, Mirrors

Moonroof

To close the moonroof, press and hold the

switch.

Mirrors

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

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

NOTICE

/f 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.

TAB

Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. 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.

On U.S. EX model 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.

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Main MenuTable of ContentstsAdjusting the Power Mirrors

SELECTOR SWITCH

ADJUSTMENT SWITCH

Mirrors

On LX and EX models in the U.S., and EX model 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 the switch.

On Canadian EX model The outside mirrors are heated to re- move fog and frost. With the ignition switch ON (II), turn on the heaters by pressing the button. The light in the button comes on as a reminder. Press the button again to turn the heaters off.

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Main MenuTable of ContentstsParking Brake

NOTICE

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 55).

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Main MenuTable of ContentstsGlove Box

Beverage Holder

Glove Box, Beverage Holder

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.

GLOVE BOX

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

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

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Main MenuTable of ContentstsAccessory Power Socket, Ashtrays

Accessory Power Socket

This socket is intended to supply power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less (10
amps).

It will not power an automotive type cigarette lighter element.

ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET

To use the accessory power socket, pull down the cover. The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II).

Instruments and Controls

Ashtrays (Optional) Front and rear ashtrays are available as options. The front ashtray fits in the beverage holder. The rear ashtray fits in the rear of the center armrest.

Open the rear ashtray by swinging the upper edge down. To remove the ashtray for emptying, open the ashtray and then lift it up and out.

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.

Main MenuTable of ContentstsInterior Light

(U.S.: EX)

DOOR ACTIVATED ON

OFF

(U.S.: DX, Value Package, and LX, Canada: L X, EX)

(U.S.: EX)

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.

On vehicles with remote transmitter The interior light (with the switch in the center position) also comes on when you unlock the door with the remote transmitter (see page 72).

Turn on the spotlight by pushing the button next to each light. Push the button again to turn it off. You can use the spotlights at all times.

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Main MenuTable of ContentstsThe heating and air conditioning* systems in your Honda provide a comfortable driving environment in all weather conditions.

The standard audio system has many features. This section de- scribes those features and how to use them. (If you selected an optional audio system, refer to the operating instructions that came with it.)

* Air conditioning is standard on the Value Package, LX, and EX models in the U.S. It is optional on other models.

Comfort and Convenience Features

Heating and Cooling........................ 90
What Each Control Does............ 90
How to Use the System............... 92
To Turn Everything Off ............. 97

Audio System (U.S. DX and LX,

and Canadian LX).................... 98
Operating the Radio.................... 98
Adjusting the Sound.................. 100
Digital Clock............................... 101
Operating the Optional Cassette

Player...................................... 102
Tape Search Functions............. 102
Operating the Optional

CD Player/Changer.............. 104

CD Changer Error

Indications.............................. 106
Audio System (Canadian EX) ...... 107
Operating the Radio.................. 108
Adjusting the Sound.................. 111
Digital Clock............................... 112
Operating the Cassette

Player...................................... 113
Tape Search Functions............. 114
Operating the Optional

CD Changer........................... 117

CD Changer Error

Indications.............................. 120

Audio System (U.S. Value

Package and EX)

................ 121
Operating the Radio.................. 122
Adjusting the Sound.................. 125
Digital Clock............................... 126
Radio Frequencies..................... 127
Radio Reception......................... 127
Operating the CD Player.......... 129
Operating the CD Changer...... 131
Protecting Compact Discs........ 132
CD Player Error Indications..... 133
CD Changer Error

Indications.............................. 134

Operating the Cassette

Player...................................... 135
Tape Search Functions............. 136
Caring for the Cassette

Player...................................... 138
Theft Protection........................ 139

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Main MenustHeating and Cooling

Proper use of the Heating and Cooling system can make the interior dry and comfortable, and keep the windows clear for best visibility.

If your car does not have air conditioning, it can be installed at any time. Your dealer will install a Genuine Honda air conditioning system that meets Honda's high quality standards and is designed to exactly fit your car. Please contact your dealer for more information.

What Each Control Does

Fan Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise increases the fan's speed, which increases air flow.

Temperature Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise increases the temperature of the air flow.

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RECIRCULATION BUTTON

AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON

MODE CONTROL DIAL

TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL

FAN CONTROL DIAL

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON

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

Rear Window Defogger Button This button turns the rear window defogger on and off (see page 64).

Recirculation Button This button controls the source of the air going into the system. When the indicator in this button is lit, air from the car's interior is sent through the system again (Recircula- tion mode). When the indicator is off, air is brought in from outside the car (Fresh Air mode).

Main MenuTable of ContentsstMode Control Dial Use the MODE control dial to select the vents the air flows from. Some air will flow from the dashboard vents in all modes.

Air flows from the center

and corner vents in the dashboard.

Air flow is divided between the vents in the dashboard and the floor vents.

Air flows from the floor

vents.

Air flow is divided between

the floor vents and the defroster vents at the base of the windshield.

Air flows from the defroster vents at the base of the windshield.

When you select automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A/C.

, the system

Heating and Cooling

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Main MenuTable of ContentstsHeating and Cooling

Vent Controls

CENTER VENT

SIDE VENT

Open

Close

You can adjust the direction of the air coming from the dashboard vents by moving the tab in the center of each vent up-and-down and side-to- side.

The vents in the corners of the dashboard can be opened and closed with the dials next to them.

How to Use the System This section covers how to set up the system controls for ventilation, heating, cooling, dehumidifying, and defrosting.

The engine must be running for the heater and air conditioning to generate hot and cold air. The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air. If the engine is cold, it will be several minutes before you feel warm air coming from the system. The air conditioning does not rely on engine temperature.

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Main MenuTable of ContentstsIt is best to leave the system in Fresh Air mode under almost all conditions. Keeping the system in Recirculation mode, particularly with the A/C off, can cause the windows to fog up. Switch to Recirculation mode when you are driving through smoky or dusty conditions, then switch back to Fresh Air mode when the condition clears.

The outside air intakes for the heating and cooling system are at the base of the windshield. Keep these clear of leaves and other debris.

Heating and Cooling

RECIRCULATION BUTTON

AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON

MODE CONTROL DIAL

TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL

FAN CONTROL DIAL

Ventilation The flow-through ventilation system draws in outside air, circulates it through the interior, then exhausts it through vents near the rear window.

1. Turn the temperature control dial

all the way to the left. Make sure the A/C is off.

2. Select 3. Set the fan to the desired speed.

and Fresh Air mode.

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Main MenuTable of ContentstsHeating and Cooling

To Cool with A/C 1. Turn on the A/C by pressing the

button. The light in the button should come on when a fan speed is selected.

2. Make sure the temperature

control dial is all the way to the left.

3. Select 4. If the outside air is humid, select Recirculation mode. If the outside air is dry, select Fresh Air mode. 5. Set the fan to the desired speed.

If the interior is very warm from being parked in the sun, you can cool it down more rapidly by setting up the controls this way:

1. Start the engine. 2. Turn on the A /C by pressing the button. Make sure the tempera- ture control dial is all the way counterclockwise.

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

and Fresh Air mode.

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RECIRCULATION BUTTON

AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON

MODE CONTROL DIAL

TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL

FAN CONTROL DIAL

When the interior has cooled down to a more comfortable temperature, close the windows and set the controls as described for normal cooling.

Air conditioning places an extra load on the engine. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 58) when driving in stop-and-go traffic or climbing a long, steep hill. If it moves near the red zone, turn off the A/C until the gauge reads normally.

Main MenuTable of ContentstsTo Heat To warm the interior:

1. Start the engine. 2. Select 3. Set the fan to the desired speed. 4. Adjust the warmth of the air with

and Fresh Air mode.

the temperature control dial.

To Heat and Dehumidify with Air Conditioning Air conditioning, as it cools, removes moisture from the air. 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 4. Adjust the temperature control

and Fresh Air mode.

dial so the mixture of heated and cooled air feels comfortable.

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

Heating and Cooling

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

1. Switch the fan on. 2. Select

When you select system automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A/C.

, the

3. Adjust the temperature control

dial so the air flow from the defroster vents feels warm.

4. Turn on the rear window defogger

to help clear the rear window. When you switch to another mode from Press the A/C button to turn it off.

, the A/C stays on.

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Main MenuTable of ContentstsHeating and Cooling

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

MODE CONTROL DIAL

1. Start the engine. 2. Select

When you select system automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A/C.

, the

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 Recirculation mode. Once the windshield is clear, select the Fresh Air mode to avoid fogging the windows.

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TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL

AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON

FAN CONTROL DIAL

RECIRCULATITTON BUTTON

Main MenuTable of ContentstsHeating and Cooling

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 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.

To Turn Everything Off To shut off the system temporarily, turn the fan speed and temperature control dials all the way to the left.

You should shut the system completely 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.

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Main MenuTable of ContentstsAudio System

A M / FM Stereo Audio System For DX and LX models in the U.S., and LX model in Canada Your Honda's audio system provides clear reception on both AM and FM bands, while the preset buttons allow you to easily select your favorite stations.

Operating the Radio The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) to operate the audio system. Turn the system on by pressing the PWR/ VOL knob or the AM/FM button. Adjust the volume by turning the knob.

) to tune to a lower

left side ( frequency. The frequency numbers will start to change rapidly. Release the bar when the display reaches the desired frequency. To change the frequency in small increments, press and release the TUNE/SEEK switch quickly.

The band and frequency that the radio was last tuned to is displayed. To change bands, press the AM/FM button. On the FM band, ST will be displayed if the station is broadcast- ing in stereo. Stereo reproduction on AM is not available.

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

TUNE — Use the TUNE/SEEK switch to tune the radio to a desired frequency. Press the right side ( to tune to a higher frequency, or the

SEEK — The SEEK function searches the band for a station with a strong signal. To activate it, press the TUNE/SEEK switch until you hear a beep, then release it. Depending on which side of the switch you press, the system scans upward or downward from the current frequency. It stops when it finds a station with a strong signal.

Preset — You can store the fre- quencies of your favorite radio stations in the six preset buttons. Each button will store one frequency on the AM band, and two on the FM band.

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Main MenuTable of Contentsts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 function

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.

Once a station's frequency is stored, simply press and release the proper Preset button to tune to it. The preset frequencies will be lost if your car's battery goes dead, is disconnected, or the radio fuse is removed.

Audio System

PWR/VOL KNOB

STEREO INDICATOR

AM/FM BUTTON

TUNE/SEEK SWITCH

PRESET BUTTONS

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Main MenuTable of ContentstsAudio System

Adjusting the Sound Bass, Treble, Balance, and Fader are each adjustable. You select which of these you want to adjust by pressing the MODE button. The mode changes from BAS to TRE to FAD to BAL, and then back to VOL each time you press the button. Each mode is shown in the display as it changes.

Balance/Fader — These two modes adjust the strength of the sound coming from each speaker. BAL adjusts the side-to-side strength, while FAD adjusts the front-to-back strength.

Select BAL or FAD by pressing the MODE button. Adjust the Balance or Fader to your liking by turning the PWR/VOL knob. The indicator bars on the display show you the range.

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MODE BUTTON

PWR/VOL KNOB

Treble/Bass — Use these modes to adjust the tone to your liking. Select TRE or BAS by pressing the MODE button. Adjust the desired mode by turning the PWR/VOL knob. The indicator bars on the display show you the range.

As you adjust a mode, you will hear a beep whenever the indicator bar reaches the center, far left, and far right of its range. The system will automatically return the display to normal mode about seven seconds after you stop adjusting a mode with the PWR/VOL knob.

Radio Frequencies and Reception For information, See page 127.

Main MenuTable of ContentstsDigital Clock The audio system also displays the time. The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II).

To set the time, press the CLOCK button. The hour numbers will begin blinking. Press the Preset 5 button to get the numbers to count down, or the Preset 6 button to get the hours to count up.

Press the CLOCK button again, and the minutes numbers will begin blinking. Use the Preset 5 or Preset 6 button to change the minutes to the correct value.

After you have set the clock, press the CLOCK button again to return to the normal display. If you do not, the system will automatically return to the normal display about seven seconds after you stop pressing the Preset buttons.

Audio System

TIME DISPLAYED

PRESET 5 BUTTON

PRESET 6 BUTTON

CLOCK BUTTON

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Main MenuTable of ContentstsAudio System

Operating the Optional Cassette Player The cassette system features Dolby B* noise reduction, automatic sensing of chromium-dioxide (CrO2) tape, and autoreverse for continuous play.

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

are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories

Licensing Corporation.

Make sure the tape opening on the cassette is facing to the right, then insert the cassette most of the way into the slot. The system will pull it in the rest of the way, and begin to play.

The tape direction indicator will light to show you which side of the indicates cassette is playing. The the side you inserted facing upward is now playing. If you want to play

the other side, press the PROG button.

Dolby B noise reduction turns on when you insert a cassette. If the tape was not recorded with Dolby B noise reduction, turn it off by pressing the NR button.

When the system reaches the end of the tape, it will automatically reverse direction and play the other side. If you want to remove the cassette from the drive, press the EJECT button.

If you turn the system off while a tape is playing, either with the PWR/ VOL knob or by turning off the ignition, the cassette will remain in the drive. When you turn the system back on, the tape will begin playing where it left off.

To switch to the radio or optional CD changer while listening to a tape,

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press the A M / FM or CD/TAPE button. To change back to the cassette player, press the CD/TAPE button.

Tape Search Functions With a cassette playing, you can use the FF, REW, TMS, or REPEAT function to find a desired program.

FF/REW — Fast Forward and Rewind move the tape rapidly. Press and release the REW side of the TUNE/SEEK switch to rewind the tape, or the FF side to fast forward. Press the PLAY button to take the system out of rewind or fast forward. If the system reaches the end of the tape while in fast forward or rewind, it automatically stops that function, reverses direction, and begins to play.

Main MenuTable of ContentsstTMS — The Tape Music Search function allows you to find the beginning of a song or passage. To activate TMS, press FF or REW until you hear a beep. You will see TMS displayed. When the system reaches the beginning of the next song or passage (FF), or the beginning of the song just played (REW), it goes back to PLAY mode.

REPEAT — The Repeat function continuously replays the current song or passage. Press the RPT button to activate it; you will see RPT displayed as a reminder. When the system reaches the end of the song or passage currently playing, it will automatically go into rewind. When it senses the beginning of the same song or passage, the system returns to PLAY mode. It will continue to repeat this same program until you deactivate REPEAT by pressing the button again.

Audio System

RPT BUTTON

PROG BUTTON

TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR

AM/FM BUTTON

TUNE/SEEK SWITCH PLAY BUTTON NR BUTTON

CD/TAPE BUTTON

The TMS and REPEAT functions use silent periods on the tape to find the end of a song or passage. These features may not work to your satisfaction if there is almost no gap