2002 Honda Civic Sedan Owners Manual

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. 173 .............. ................... Care Operation ............................................ .................. ...................... CAUTION, Explanation of CD Changer CD Player Ceiling Light Certification Label Chains Changing a Flat Tire Changing Engine Coolant Changing Oil .................................. ........................ ............................................ .................... ............ . 156 . 120, 132, 153 . ii . 123, 135, 149 . 123, 135, 147 . 102 . 294 . 244 . 267 . 215 How to When to ........................................ ...................................... Charging System Indicator Checklist, Before Driving Child Safety ............ ..................................... ... . 211 . 200 . 62, 280 . 178 . 22 II Child Seats LATCH Anchorage System Lower Anchors Tether Anchorage Points ...... ........................... .......... .................. .................... . 43 . 43 . 42 . 86 . 225 Childproof Door Locks Cleaner Element, Air Cleaning Exterior Interior Seat Belts Vinyl Windows ...................................... ....................................... ................................... ........................................... .................................... ......... Clock, Setting the Clutch Fluid CO in the Exhaust Cold Weather, Starting in Compact Spare Consumer Information Controls, Instruments and Coolant ................................... ........................ ............ .............................. ............... ............. ＊ . 258 . 260 . 261 . 261 . 262 . 119, 131, 143 . 223 . 302 . 179 . 266 . 308 . 57 Adding Checking Proper Solution Replacing Temperature Gauge ........................................ .................................... ......................... ................................... ................... .................... Corrosion Protection . 213 . 169 . 213 . 215 . 68 . 263 Crankcase Emissions Control System Cruise Control Operation Customer Relations Office ........................................ ............ .......... . 302 . 159 . 308 ................ ................................... DANGER, Explanation of Dashboard Daytime Running Lights Defects, Reporting Safety Defog and Defrost Defogger, Rear Window Defrosting the Windows Dimensions Dimming the Headlights Dipstick ................ ............ ........................ ................ .............. .................................... ............... . ii . 2, 58 . 71 . 310 . 111 . 75 . 111 . 296 . 70 Automatic Transmission Engine Oil .......... .................................. .......................... ........ ..................... Directional Signals Disc Brake Wear Indicators Disposal of Used Oil Doors . 220 . 168 . 72 . 188 . 212 Locking and Unlocking Power Door Locks DOT Tire Quality Grading .............. ...................... .......... . 81 . 82 . 298 01/06/02 17:36:15 31S5A610_318 Index Downshifting, 5-speed Manual Transmission ............................. ..................................... Drive Belts Driver and Passenger Safety Driving Economy In Bad Weather In Foreign Countries Dust and Pollen Filter ........................................... .................................... ......................... ................ .................. . 180 . 237 . 5 . 177 . 170 . 192 . 301 . 235 ........... . 170 Economy, Fuel . 265 Emergencies on the Road . 274 Battery, Jump Starting . 283 Brake System Indicator . 267 Changing a Flat Tire . 280 Charging System Indicator . 286 Checking the Fuses . 279 Low Oil Pressure Indicator Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 281 . 284 Manually Closing Moonroof . 276 Overheated Engine . 97 . 74 . 290 .............................. ............ ............. ........... ................ ..... .................. ..... ... ... .................. ........................... ...................... ...................... Emergency Brake Emergency Flashers Emergency Towing Emergency Trunk Opener Emissions Controls Emissions Testing, State Engine ............ ....................... ............. . 87 . 302 . 305 Coolant Temperature Gauge Drive Belts Engine Speed Limiter Malfunction Indicator .... . 68 ................................. . 237 . 181, 185 ...... Lamp Oil Pressure Indicator Oil, What Kind to Use Overheating Specifications Starting . 63, 281 ................................ . 62, 279 ........ . 209 .............. . 276 ............................... . 296 ............................ . 179 ....................................... Ethanol in Gasoline ...................... . 300 Evaporative Emissions Controls . 302 Exhaust Fumes . 54 ............................... Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Belts by Exterior, Cleaning the ........................................ .................. . 20 . 258 Fabric, Cleaning Fan, Interior Features, Comfort and ............................ ................................... . 261 . 106 Convenience Filling the Fuel Tank Filters .............................. .................... . 105 . 165 Air Cleaner Dust and pollen Oil ................................ ......................... ............................................... . 225 . 235 . 211 5-speed Manual Transmission Checking Fluid Level Shifting the ............... ................................ ............. ................... . 221 . 180 . 74 . 267 Flashers, Hazard Warning Flat Tire, Changing a Fluids Automatic Transmission Brake Clutch Manual Transmission Power Steering Windshield Washer .......... .......................................... ......................................... .............. .......................... .................. . 220 . 222 . 223 . 221 . 224 . 219 FM Stereo Radio Reception ................................... ........................... ..... .......................... Folding Rear Seat Foreign Countries, Driving in Four-way Flashers Front Airbags ............................ . 145 . 91 . 301 . 74 . 10, 48 CONTINUED III 01/06/02 17:36:21 31S5A610_319 Index Fuel Fill Door and Cap Gauge Octane Requirement Oxygenated Reserve Indicator Tank, Filling the ................................................. ...................... ........................................... ................ ............................... ........................ ........................ ..................... . 164 . 165 . 67 . 164 . 300 . 63 . 165 . 285 Fuses, Checking the Gas Mileage, Improving Gasohol Gasoline ............... .......................................... ......................................... ............... ........................................... ................ ........................ ................ Fuel Reserve Indicator Gauge Octane Requirement Tank, Filling the Gas Station Procedures Gauges . 170 . 300 . 164 . 63 . 67 . 164 . 165 . 165 Engine Coolant Temperature . 68 . 67 Fuel . 66 Speedometer Tachometer . 66 ... ............................................... ............................... ................................. Gearshift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission .......... . 183 IV 5-speed Manual Transmission Glass Cleaning Glove Box ......................... .............................. ........................................ . 180 . 262 . 98 . 247 . 74 ............. .............. Halogen Headlight Bulbs Hazard Warning Flashers Headlights Aiming Daytime Running Lights High Beam Indicator Reminder Beeper Replacing Halogen Bulbs Turning on ........................................ ............ .................. ........................ ........ ................................... .............................. ..................... ............. ................. .............. .................................... ....................... .................................................. ........................... ................................. Head Restraints Heating and Cooling High Altitude, Starting at High-Low Beam Switch High-mount Brake Light Hood Latch Hood, Opening the Horn Hydraulic Clutch Hydroplaning . 247 . 71 . 63 . 70 . 247 . 70 . 90 . 106 . 179 . 70 . 251 . 226 . 166 . 69 . 223 . 193 Identification Number, Vehicle . 294 Ignition Keys Switch Timing Control System .............................................. ........................................... ............ ... . 77 . 80 . 303 . 6 ......... Important Safety Precautions Indicators, Instrument Panel ............................................. ............................... . 59 . 31 Infant Restraint Infant Seats Inflation, Proper Tire High Speed Driving Normal Driving LATCH Anchorage System Lower Anchors Tether Anchorage Points ...... ........................... .......... ................... .................. ......................... ................................... ............................. ........................ Inside Mirror Inspection, Tire Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Brightness Interior Cleaning Interior Lights Introduction ........ ........................... ............................... ........................................ . 43 . 43 . 42 . 238 . 239 . 239 . 96 . 240 . 2, 58 . 71 . 260 . 102 . i 01/06/02 17:36:30 31S5A610_320 Jacking up the Car Jack, Tire Jump Starting ........................ ....................................... ................................ . 268 . 267 . 274 Keys .................................................. . 77 Power Door Trunk ................................. ........................................... ........................ ......................... ................................ ... . 82 . 86 . 169 Low Coolant Level . 63 Low Fuel Indicator Lower Anchors . 43 Lower Gear, Downshifting to a . 181 . 62, 279 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ... . 296 Lubricant Specifications Chart Luggage . 173 ... ......................................... Index Operation ..................................... . 95 Neutral Gear Position New Vehicle Break-in Normal Shift Speeds NOTICE, Explanation of Numbers, Identification ................... .................. ..................... ................... ............... . 184 . 164 . 181 . i . 294 ....................... ................. Label, Certification Lane Change, Signaling Lap/Shoulder Belts LATCH Anchorage System Lights .................. . 294 . 72 . 16, 45 . 43 ........... Bulb Replacement Indicator Parking Turn Signal .................... ....................................... ......................................... .................................. ..................................... ...... Load Limit LOCK (Ignition Key Position) Locks . 247 . 59 . 70 . 72 . 174 . 80 Anti-theft Steering Column Fuel Fill Door ....... ............................ . 80 . 165 Maintenance ................................. .................................. ... ...................... .......................................... . 195 Owner Maintenance Checks . 207 . 205-206 Record Required Indicator . 64 . 196 Safety ............................. Schedule . 198-204 Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 63, 281 Manual Transmission . 180 . 221 Manual Transmission Fluid Meters, Gauges . 66 . 300 Methanol in Gasoline . 96 Mirrors, Adjusting Moonroof . 95 . 284 ................... ........ ............................... ................... .......................... ......................................... ...................... Closing Manually Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 164 . 66 Odometer Odometer, Trip . 67 Oil ... ......................................... ............................... Change, How to ........................ Change, When to ...................... Checking Engine ...................... Pressure Indicator .............. Selecting Proper Viscosity . 211 . 200 . 168 . 62, 279 Chart ...................................... ........... . 210 . 81 ON (Ignition Key Position) Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery .................................... . 302 CONTINUED 01/06/02 17:36:36 31S5A610_321 Index Operation in Foreign Countries . 301 . 96 Outside Mirrors . 276 Overheating, Engine . 207 Owner Maintenance Checks Oxygenated Fuels . 300 .. .............................. .................... ....... ......................... Protecting Larger Children Protecting Small Children Using Child Seats with ....... ......... . 38 . 35 Tethers Using LATCH ..................................... ............................. . 42 . 43 Indicator . 259 . 71 . 183 . 187 . 97 Paint Touch-up .............................. Panel Brightness Control .............. Park Gear Position ........................ Parking ........................................... Parking Brake ................................. Parking Brake and Brake System . 62 ....................................... Parking Lights . 70 ................................. .. Parking Over Things that Burn . 304 . 303 PGM-FI System ............................. . 259 Polishing and Waxing .................. ............ Pre-Drive Safety Checklist . 12 . 20 Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts ......... ............................ Protecting Adults . 13 Additional Safety Precautions . 20 ... . 20 ..... Advice for Pregnant Women ........................ . 22 . 31 ....................... Protecting Children Protecting Infants VI Radiator Overheating Radio/CD/Cassette Sound System Readiness Codes Rear Lights, Bulb ................... . 276 ........... ................... . 114, 126, 138 . 282, 305 ...................... Replacement Rear Seat, Folding Rear View Mirror Rear Window Defogger Reclining the Seat Backs Recommended Shift Speeds Reminder Lights Remote Transmitter Replacement Information .......................... ............................ ................. ............... ....... ............................. ....................... . 250, 251 . 91 . 96 . 75 . 88 . 181 . 59 . 83 Air Cleaner Element Dust and Pollen Filter Engine Coolant Engine Oil and Filter ................. .............. .......................... ................ . 225 . 235 . 215 . 211 Fuses Light Bulbs Schedule Spark Plugs Timing Belt Tires Wiper Blades .......................................... ................................ .................................... ................................ ................................ ........................................... ............................. . 286 . 247 . 198 . 227 . 237 . 242 . 232 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash ............................................ . 47 Reserve Tank, Engine Coolant ............................... Restraint, Child Reverse Gear Position Rotation, Tire ............................... .................. ................................ . 169, 213 . 22 . 184 . 241 ＊ Safety Belts Safety Defects, Reporting Safety Features .................................. ......... Airbags Door Locks Head Restraints Seat Belts Seats & Seat-Backs ................................. ......................................... .................................. .......................... ....................................... ..................... ............. . 8, 45 . 310 . 7 . 10 . 11 . 11 . 8 . 11 . 55 Safety Labels, Location of 01/06/02 17:36:42 31S5A610_322 Index Safety Messages Seat Belts ..................................... ............................... Additional Information Automatic Seat Belt ............... . ii . 8, 45 . 45 Tensioners ............................... ..................................... ................ Cleaning Lap/Shoulder Belt Maintenance Reminder Light and Beeper System Components Use During Pregnancy Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt ................................ ...... ................... ............... ... ........................ ............................... ........................... ........................... ......... . 46 . 261 . 16, 45 . 47 . 61 . 45 . 20 . 16 . 88 . 294 . 198 . 311 . 165 . 119, 131, 143 . 182 . 186 . 10, 50 . 52, 61 ..... ........................ .............................. ................... Seats, Adjusting the Serial Number Service Intervals Service Manual Service Station Procedures Setting the Clock Shift Lever Position Indicator Shift Lock Release Side Airbags .......... Cut-off Indicator ＊ Side Marker Lights, Bulb Replacement Signaling Turns Snow Tires ...................... ............................... ..................................... . 248, 250 . 72 . 243 ................... . 258 . 114, 126, 138 ................ Solvent-type Cleaners Sound System Spare Tire Inflating Specifications Spark Plugs, Replacing Specifications Charts Speed Control Speedometer Spotlights SRS, Additional Information . 266 . 297 . 227 . 296 . 159 . 66 . 103 . 48 Additional Safety Precautions . 53 Airbag Service . 53 How the Side Airbag Cut-off ...................................... ............................ ................ .................... ................................ ................................... ....................................... .......... ... ............................. Indicator Light Works How the SRS Indicator ........... . 52 Works ....................................... . 51 How Your Front Airbags Work ......................................... ... ........................ . 48 How Your Side Airbags Work . 50 . 48 SRS Components . 51, 61 .... . 81 .............. . 305 SRS Indicator ............................. START (Ignition Key Position) State Emissions Testing Starting the Engine ....................... . 179 In Cold Weather at High Altitude .................................. ................ ........ . 179 . 274 . 276 With a Dead Battery Steam Coming from Engine Steering Wheel ... .................................. ............. Adjustment Anti-theft Column Lock . 76 . 80 Stereo Sound System . 114, 126, 138 Storing Your Car . 256 Supplemental Restraint ........................... ................................ ...................................... System Servicing SRS Indicator System Components ......................... ................... .................................. . 10, 48 . 53 . 51, 61 . 48 . 210 Synthetic Oil Tachometer Taillights, Changing ..................................... . 66 Bulbs .................................. . 250, 251 Taking Care of the Unexpected . 265 Tape Player . 120, 132, 153 ................... CONTINUED VII 01/06/02 17:36:49 31S5A610_323 Index Technical Descriptions DOT Tire Quality Grading Emissions Control Systems Oxygenated Fuels Three Way Catalytic ...... ..... ..................... . 298 . 302 . 300 .......... Converter . 304 ............................... . 68 ....................... Temperature Gauge . 42 .............. Tether Anchorage Points Theft Protection ............................ . 157 Three Way Catalytic Converter . 304 .. Time, Setting the . 119, 131, 143 . 237 Timing Belt . 244 Tire Chains . 267 Tire, How to Change a Flat . 238 Tires . 238 . 240 . 266 . 298 . 238 . 240 . 240 . 242 . 241 . 243 . 297 .................................... .................................... ......... ............................................... .............................. ......................... .......................... ...... ...................................... .................................. .............................. ................................... ...................................... ........................................... ............................ Air Pressure Checking Wear Compact Spare DOT Tire Quality Grading Inflation Inspection Maintenance Replacing Rotating Snow Specifications VIII Tire Chains Tools, Tire Changing Towing ................................ ................... . 244 . 267 A Trailer Emergency Towing ..................................... .................. ........................... . 193 . 290 . 244 Traction Devices Transmission Checking Fluid Level, Automatic .............................. . 220 Checking Fluid Level, Manual .................. ................................... Fluid Selection Identification Number Shifting the Automatic Shifting the Manual .............. ............. .................. ..................................... ....................................... ................................................ ........................................ ................... .................................... Opening Open Monitor Light . 221 . 220, 221 . 295 . 183 . 180 . 298 . 67 . 86 . 86 . 63 . 72 Treadwear Trip Meter Trunk Turn Signals Underside, Cleaning ..................... . 263 Unexpected, Taking Care of the Uniform Tire Quality Grading Unleaded Gasoline Upholstery Cleaning Used Oil, How to Dispose of .......................................... .... ........................ ..................... ....... . 265 . 298 . 164 . 260 . 212 Vehicle Capacity Load Vehicle Dimensions Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle Storage Ventilation VIN Vinyl Cleaning Viscosity, Oil ................. ...................... .... ............................. ..................................... ................................................. ............................... .................................. . 174 . 296 . 294 . 256 . 109 . 294 . 261 . 210 WARNING, Explanation of Warning Labels, Location of Warranty Coverages Washer, Windshield ............. ......... .................. . ii . 55 . 309 Checking the Fluid Level Indicator ........ ....................................... . 219 . 63 ＊ 01/06/02 17:36:52 31S5A610_324 Operation ..................................... ......................................... .................. Washing Waxing and Polishing Wheels Adjusting the Steering Alignment and Balance Compact Spare Wrench Windows ............... ............ .......................... ...................................... . 74 . 258 . 259 . 76 . 240 . 266 . 268 Cleaning Operating the Power Rear, Defogger ..................................... .................. ........................... . 262 . 93 . 75 Windshield Cleaning Defroster Washers ....................................... ................................... ....................................... . 72 . 111 . 74 Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades Operation Worn Tires Wrecker, Emergency Towing ....................... ..................................... .................................... ..... . 232 . 72 . 240 . 290 ＊ : U.S. and Canada only Index IX 01/06/02 17:37:12 31S5A610_325 Service Information Summary Gasoline: Unleaded gasoline, pump octane number of 86 or higher. Fuel Tank Capacity: 13.2 US gal (50 , 11.0 Imp gal) Automatic Transmission Fluid: Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid) preferred, or a DEXRON III ATF as a temporary replacement (see page 220 ). Recommended Engine Oil: API Premium grade 5W-20 detergent oil (see page 209 ). Oil change capacity (including filter): DX, LX EX 3.4 US qt (3.2 , 2.8 Imp qt) 3.7 US qt (3.5 , 3.1 Imp qt) 5-speed Manual Transmission Fluid: Honda Manual Transmission Fluid preferred, or an API service SG, SH or SJ, SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 motor oil as a temporary replacement (see page 221 ). Capacity (including differential): 1.6 US qt (1.5 , 1.3 Imp qt) Power Steering Fluid: Honda Power Steering Fluid preferred, or another brand of power steering fluid as a temporary replacement. Do not use ATF (see page 224 ). Brake Fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary replacement (see page 222 ). Tire Pressure (measured cold): Front/Rear: 30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm ) Spare Tire: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) 01/06/02 16:43:36 31S5A610_001 Owner’s Identification OWNER ADDRESS STREET CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE V. I. N. DELIVERY DATE DEALER NAME ADDRESS (Date sold to original retail purchaser) DEALER NO. STREET CITY STATE/PROVINCE OWNER’S SIGNATURE DEALER’S SIGNATURE ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE This Owner’s Manual should be considered a permanent part of the car, and should remain with the car when it is sold. This Owner’s Manual covers all models of the Civic 4-door. You may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your particular model. The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatsoever. Si prefiere este Manual del Propietario en español, comuníquese con el concesionario Honda. POUR CLIENTS CANADIEN AVIS IMPORTANT: Si vous avez besoin d’un Manuel du Conducteur en français, veuillez demander à votre concessionnaire de commander le numéro de pièce 33S5AC10 01/06/02 16:43:43 31S5A610_002 Congratulations Your selection of a 2002 Honda Civic was a wise investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure. ！ One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Honda is to read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and convenience items. Afterwards, keep this owner’s manual in your car so you can refer to it at any time. Several warranties protect your new Honda. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights and responsibilities. Maintaining your car according to the schedules given in this manual helps to keep your driving trouble-free while it preserves your investment. When your car needs maintenance, keep in mind that your Honda dealer’s staff is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to your Honda. Your Honda dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer any questions and concerns. California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of Introduction As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded by information is intended to help you avoid damage to your Honda, other property, or the environment. symbol. This 01/06/02 16:43:56 31S5A610_003 A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And operating this car safely is an important responsibility. To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others. Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining your car. You must use your own good judgement. ii You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, including: Safety Labels − Safety Messages on the car. − three signal words: These signal words mean: preceded by a safety alert symbol DANGER WARNING , or CAUTION and one of You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions. You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions. You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow instructions. Safety Headings − Safety Precautions. such as Important Safety Reminders or Important Safety Section Instructions − such as Driver and Passenger Safety. − how to use this car correctly and safely. This entire book is filled with important safety information carefully. − please read it 01/06/02 16:44:18 31S5A610_004 Contents Turn to the beginning of each section for a complete list of subjects. Your Car at a Glance ............... . 2 break-in your new car, and how to load luggage and other cargo. . 5 Driver and Passenger Safety .... Important information about the proper use and care of your car’s seat belts, an overview of the Supplemental Restraint System, and valuable information on how to protect children with child restraints. Instruments and Controls ..... . 57 Explains the purpose of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use the controls on the dashboard and steering column. Comfort and Convenience Features ............................ . 105 How to operate the heating and air conditioning system, the audio system, and other convenience features. Before Driving ................... What gasoline to use, how to . 163 Driving .............................. . 177 The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park. Maintenance ...................... . 195 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your car to the dealer. There is also a list of things to check and instructions on how to check them. Appearance Care ................ . 257 Tips on cleaning and protecting your car. Also some things to look for if your car ever needs body repairs. Taking Care of the Unexpected ....................... . 265 This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to handle them. Technical Information ......... . 293 ID numbers, dimensions, capaci- ties, and technical information. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada only) . 307 ........ A summary of the warranties covering your new Honda, and how to contact us for any reason. Refer to your warranty manual for detailed information. Authorized Manuals (U.S. only) ......................... How to order manuals and other technical literature. . 311 Index ..................................... . I Service Information Summary A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump. 01/06/02 16:44:22 31S5A610_005 Your Car at a Glance PPOOWWEERR DDOOOORR LLOOCCKK SSWWIITTCCHH ((PP.. 8822)) PPOOWWEERR WWIINNDDOOWW SSWWIITTCCHHEESS ((PP.. 9933)) FFUUEELL FFIILLLL DDOOOORR RREELLEEAASSEE ((PP.. 116655)) TTRRUUNNKK RREELLEEAASSEE ((PP.. 8866)) AAIIRRBBAAGGSS ((PP.. 1100,, 4488)) AAUUDDIIOO SSYYSSTTEEMM ((PP.. 111144,, 112266,, 113388)) DDIIGGIITTAALL CCLLOOCCKK ((PP.. 111199,, 113311,, 114433)) HHOOOODD RREELLEEAASSEE HHAANNDDLLEE ((PP.. 116666)) AAUUTTOOMMAATTIICC TTRRAANNSSMMIISSSSIIOONN ((PP.. 118822)) MMAANNUUAALL TTRRAANNSSMMIISSSSIIOONN ((PP.. 118800)) HHEEAATTIINNGG//CCOOOOLLIINNGG CCOONNTTRROOLLSS ((PP.. 110066)) 01/06/02 16:44:27 31S5A610_006 Your Car at a Glance HHEEAADDLLIIGGHHTTSS//TTUURRNN SSIIGGNNAALLSS ((PP.. 7700,, 7722)) WWIINNDDSSHHIIEELLDD WWIIPPEERRSS//WWAASSHHEERRSS ((PP.. 7722,, 7744)) HHAAZZAARRDD WWAARRNNIINNGG LLIIGGHHTTSS ((PP.. 7744)) MMOOOONNRROOOOFF ((PP.. 9955)) CCRRUUIISSEE CCOONNTTRROOLL MMAASSTTEERR SSWWIITTCCHH ((PP.. 115599)) RREEAARR WWIINNDDOOWW DDEEFFOOGGGGEERR ((PP.. 7755)) MMIIRRRROORR CCOONNTTRROOLLSS ((PP.. 9966)) TTIILLTT AADDJJUUSSTTMMEENNTT ((PP.. 7766)) CCRRUUIISSEE CCOONNTTRROOLL SSWWIITTCCHHEESS ((PP.. 116600)) 01/06/02 16:44:29 31S5A610_007 01/06/02 16:44:35 31S5A610_008 This section gives you important information about how to protect yourself and your passengers. It shows you how to use seat belts properly. It explains your Supple- mental Restraint System. And it tells you how to properly restrain infants and children in your car. Important Safety Precautions Your Car’s Safety Features Seat Belts Airbags Seats & Seat-Backs Head Restraints Door Locks Pre-Drive Safety Checklist ......... ............. ....................................... ......................................... ..................... .......................... .................................. ........ ............................ ..... 1. Close and Lock the Doors Protecting Adults . 6 . 7 . 8 . 10 . 11 . 11 . 11 . 12 . 13 . 13 2. Adjust the Front Seats ........... 3. Adjust the Seat-Backs ............ 4. Adjust the Head Restraints ... 5. Fasten and Position the Seat ..................................... .... 6. Adjust the Steering Wheel 7. Maintain a Proper Sitting Belts . 13 . 15 . 16 . 16 . 18 Position . 19 Advice for Pregnant Women . 20 Additional Safety Precautions . 20 . 22 ................................ ..... ... ........................ Protecting Children All Children Must Be Restrained ............................... Children Should Sit in the Back ........................................... The Passenger’s Front Airbag Seat . 22 . 23 Poses Serious Risks to Children ............................... If You Must Drive with Several ................................... Children If a Child Requires Close . 23 . 25 Attention . 26 Additional Safety Precautions . 26 General Guidelines for Using .................................. ... Child Seats Protecting Infants ............................... ....................... . 27 . 31 Driver and Passenger Safety Protecting Small Children Protecting Larger Children Using Child Seats with ......... ....... . 35 . 38 . 42 . 43 Tethers Using LATCH ..................................... ............................. Additional Information About Your ................................. . 45 .. Seat Belt System Components . 45 Lap/Shoulder Belt ...................... . 45 Automatic Seat Belt Seat Belts Tensioners Seat Belt Maintenance Additional Information About ............................... ............... . 46 . 47 Your Airbags SRS Components How Your Front Airbags ...........................

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