2004 Honda Civic Sedan Owners Manual

OFF

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The wipers are not activated.

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The wipers operate every

INT few seconds. In low speed and high speed, the wipers run continuously. OnEXmodelintheU.S.,andLXand SimodelsinCanada Vary the delay by turning the INT TIME ring.

LO

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The wipers run at low speed.

HI

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The wipers run at high speed.

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

MIST OFF INT LO Low HI High Windshield Washers

Intermittent

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Turn Signal and Headlights

Turn Signal and Headlights

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Turn Signal Push down on the left lever to signal a left turn and up to signal a right turn. To signal a lane change, push lightly on the lever and hold it. The lever will return to center when you release it or complete a turn.

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Rotating switch

’’ position turns on the parking

Headlights On on the left lever controls to the ‘‘ lights, taillights, instrument panel lights, side-marker lights, and rear license plate lights. Turning the switch to the ‘‘ on the headlights. If you leave the lights on with the key removed from the ignition switch, you will hear a reminder tone when you open the driver’s door.

’’ position turns

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Turn Signal Off Parking and interior lights Headlight on High beams Flash high beams

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High Beams To turn on, push the lever forward until you hear a click. The blue high beam indicator will light (see page ). Pull it back to return to low beams. To flash the high beams, pull the lever back lightly, then release it. The high beams will stay on as long as you hold the lever back.

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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 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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Instrument Panel Brightness

SELECT/RESET KNOB

Adjust the brightness to the desired level with the headlight switch off, and also with the headlight switch on.

To reduce glare at night, the instrument panel illumination dims when you turn the light switch to

or

. Turning the Select/

Reset knob fully to the right will return the instrument panel to the brightness adjusted with the headlight switch off and a tone will sound.

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KNOB

The knob on the instrument panel controls the brightness of the instru- ment panel lights. Turn the knob to adjust the brightness.

LX, U.S. EX, and Canadian Si models

OnLX,USEX,andCanadianSimodels There are six brightness levels. When you turn the knob, the odometer/trip meter display changes to circles that show you the current level. You will hear a tone when you reach the maximum or minimum brightness.

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Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Defogger

Hazard Warning Button Rear Window Defogger

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

The defogger and antenna wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. When cleaning the glass, always wipe side to side.

Push the button between 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 vehicle 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 15 minutes. It also shuts off when you turn off the ignition. You have to turn it on again when you restart the vehicle.

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Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in that position.

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

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Steering Wheel Adjustment

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Seepage forimportantsafety informationabouthowtoproperly positionthesteeringwheel.

Make any steering wheel adjustment before you start driving.

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

Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped.

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To adjust the steering wheel upward or downward:

1.

Push the lever under the steering column all the way down.

2.

Move the steering wheel so it points to your chest, not toward your face. Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and indicators.

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KEY NUMBER TAG

MASTER KEYS (Black)

VALET KEY (Gray)

You should have received a key number tag with your set of keys. You will need this key number if you ever have to get a key replaced use only Honda-approved key blanks.

These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the Immobilizer System. They will not work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged.

Keys and Locks

The master key fits all the locks on your vehicle.

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 vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility.

Protect the keys from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity.

Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.

Keep the keys away from liquids. If they get wet, dry them immediately with a soft cloth.

The keys do not contain batteries. Do not try to take them apart.

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Immobilizer System

The Immobilizer System protects your vehicle from theft. If an improperly-coded key (or other device) is used, the engine’s fuel system is disabled.

When you turn the ignition switch to ON (II), the Immobilizer System indicator should come on for a few seconds, then go out. If the indicator starts to blink, it means the system does not recognize the coding of the key. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), remove the key, reinsert it, and turn the switch to ON (II) again.

The system may not recognize your key’s coding if another immobilizer key or other metal object (i.e. key fob) is near the ignition switch when you insert the key.

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If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of your key, contact your Honda dealer.

Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it. Electrical problems could result that may make your vehicle undriveable.

If you have lost your key and cannot start your engine, contact a Honda dealer.

AsrequiredbytheFCC: ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15ofthe FCCrules.Operationissubjecttothe followingtwoconditions:(1)Thisdevice maynotcauseharmfulinterference,and (2)thisdevicemustacceptany interferencereceived,including interferencethatmaycauseundesired operation.

Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser’s authoritytooperatetheequipment.

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If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may make it difficult to turn the key. Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or right as you turn the key.

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You can

ACCESSORY (I) operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in this position.

The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY (I), ON (II), and START (III).

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You can insert or

LOCK (0) remove the key only in this position. To turn the key, you must push the key in slightly. If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must also be in park.

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This is the normal key

ON (II) position when driving. Several of the lights on the instrument panel come on as a test when you turn the ignition switch from ACCESSORY to ON.

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Use this position

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

Ignition Switch

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.

If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be in Park before you can remove the key from the ignition switch.

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.

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Door Locks

Door Locks

Power Door Locks

Childproof Door Locks

Unlock

Lock

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 vehicle, push the lock tab down and close the door. To lock the driver’s door, pull and hold the outside door handle then push the lock tab down. Release the handle, then close the door.

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Unlock

Lock

MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH

Standardonsomemodels 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.

LEVER

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.

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Trunk

TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE

Pull

MASTER KEY

MASTER KEY

To open the trunk, pull the trunk release handle to the left of the driver’s seat. 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.

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

You can also use the master key to open the trunk lock.

Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging it and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior. See Carbon Monoxide Hazard, page

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Emergency Trunk Opener

As a safety feature, your vehicle has a release lever on the trunk latch so the trunk can be opened from inside. To open the trunk, push the release lever to the left.

Parents should decide if their children should be shown how to use this feature.

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Press this button once

UNLOCK to unlock the driver’s door. Push it twice to unlock the other doors. If you do not open any doors within 30
seconds, they will automatically relock.

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Press this button for

PANIC about one second to attract attention; the horn will sound and the exterior lights will flash for about 30 seconds. To cancel panic mode, press any other button on the remote transmitter or turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

RemoteTransmitterCare

Avoid dropping or throwing the transmitter. Protect the transmitter from extreme temperatures. Do not immerse the transmitter in any liquid. If you lose a transmitter, the replacement needs to be reprogrammed by a Honda dealer.

Remote Transmitter

LED

UNLOCK BUTTON

LOCK BUTTON

PANIC BUTTON

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Onmodelsequipped LOCK Press this button once to lock all doors. Some exterior lights will flash. When you push LOCK twice within 5 seconds, you will hear a beep to verify that the doors are locked. You cannot lock it if any door is not fully closed or key is in the ignition switch.

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To replace the battery, move the round cover on the back of the transmitter by turning it counterclockwise with a coin. Insert a new battery with the side facing mark on the cover up. Align the with the ◎ transmitter. Set the cover in place and turn it clockwise.

▽ mark on the

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Replacing the Transmitter Battery

ROUND COVER

CUSHION RING

BATTERY

If it takes several pushes on the button to lock or unlock the doors, replace the battery as soon as possible. Battery type: CR2025

Remote Transmitter

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Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser’s authoritytooperatetheequipment.

ThisdevicecomplieswithIndustry CanadaStandardRSS-210. Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwo conditions:(1)thisdevicemaynotcause interference,and(2)thisdevicemust acceptanyinterferencethatmaycause undesiredoperationofthedevice.

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Seats

Front Seat Adjustments Seepages forimportantsafety informationandwarningsabouthowto properlypositionseatsandseat-backs.

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Make all adjustments before you start driving.

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To adjust the seat forward and backward, pull up on the bar under the seat cushion’s front edge. Then try to move the seat to make sure it is locked in position.

To change the seat-back angle of the front seat, pull up on the lever on the outside of the seat bottom.

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Driver’s Seat Height Adjustment

Head Restraints Seepage forimportantsafety informationandawarningabouthowto properlypositiontheheadrestraints.

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U.S.:LX,EX Canada:DX-G,LX,Si To adjust the height of the driver’s seat, turn the dial on the outside of the seat bottom.

RELEASE BUTTON

Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in the front seats and the outboard seating positions in the rear.

Seats

The head restraints help protect you and your passengers 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.

The head restraints in the front and rear outboard seating positions adjust for height. You need both hands to adjust the restraint. To raise it, pull upward. To lower the restraint, push the release button sideways and push the restraint down.

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Seats

Armrest

Folding Rear Seat

GUIDE

StandardonLXandEXmodelsinthe U.S.,andDX-G,LXandSimodelsin Canada Itisoptionalonothermodels.

The lid of the console compartment can be used as an armrest.

Make sure the passenger’s hands or fingers are away from the armrest before pushing it down.

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MASTER KEY

The left and right halves can be folded separately from inside the vehicle or inside the trunk. To fold down the seat-back from inside the vehicle, 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 counter clockwise and perform the same procedure.

CENTER SHOULDER BELT When storing cargo, you can move the rear center shoulder belt out of the way by removing the belt from the guide.

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Make sure all rear shoulder belts are positioned in front of the rear seat- back whenever it is in the upright position.

Do not put any heavy items on the seat-back when it is folded.

Pull

Pull

RELEASE

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

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

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 119

Carrying Cargo

on page

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

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Power Windows

OnLXandEXmodelsintheU.S.,and LXandSimodelsinCanada Your vehicle’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 pulling back on the switch and holding it.

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DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH

Closing a power window on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury.

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

MAIN SWITCH

The driver’s door armrest has a master power window control panel. To open any of the passenger’s win- dows, push down on the appropriate switch and hold it 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.

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Power Windows

The light in the AUTO switch comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

The MAIN switch controls power to the passengers’ windows. When you push in the MAIN switch, the passengers’ windows cannot be raised or lowered. The MAIN switch does not affect the driver’s window. To cancel this feature, push on the switch again to get it to pop out. Keep the MAIN switch pushed in when you have children in the vehicle so they do not injure themselves by operating the windows unintentionally.

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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.

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Moonroof, Mirrors

MOONROOF SWITCH

press and hold the bottom of the switch (

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Mirrors

TAB

Opening or closing the moonroof on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury.

Make sure all hands and fingers are clear of the moonroof before opening or closing it.

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

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.

TILT BUTTON

OnU.S.EXmodel,andCanadianSi model The moonroof can be tilted up in the back for ventilation, or it can be slid back into the roof. Use the switch under the left dashboard vent to operate the moonroof.

To tilt up the back of the moonroof, press and hold the center button ). To close the moonroof, press and hold the top of the switch

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Adjusting the Power Mirrors

Power Mirror Heaters

SELECTOR SWITCH

ADJUSTMENT SWITCH

Mirrors

OnLXandEXmodelsintheU.S.,and LXandSimodelsinCanada

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Move the selector switch to L (driver’s side) or R (passenger’s side).

2.

3.

Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to move the mirror right, left, up, or down.

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.

OnLXandSimodelsinCanada 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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Parking Brake

NOTICE: Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER

LX, U.S. EX, and Canadian Si models

DX models

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

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Ceiling Light

DOOR ACTIVATED

FRONT

DOOR ACTIVATED

ON

OFF

OFF

ON

Interior Lights

Individual Interior Lights The courtesy lights in the front doors and around the ignition switch come on when you open any door. After you close the door, the ignition switch light stays on for several seconds.

The ceiling light has a three-position switch: ON, Door Activated, and OFF. In the Door Activated (center) position, the light comes on when you:

Open any door. Remove the key from the ignition. If you do not open a door, the light fades out in about 10 seconds. Unlock the doors with the key or remote transmitter.

OnU.S.EXandCanadianSimodels The front ceiling light also contains two spotlights, Push the button next to the light to turn it on and off.

OnLXmodels Push on the spotlight lenses to turn the light on and off.

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Interior Convenience Items

CONSOLE COMPARTMENT

COIN BOX

CENTER POCKET

VANITY MIRROR

COAT HOOK

ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET

GLOVE BOX

BEVERAGE HOLDER (U.S. EX ONLY)

BEVERAGE HOLDER

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Beverage Holders Be careful when you are using the beverage holders. 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.

On LX and EX models in the U.S. and LX and Si models in Canada, open the front beverage holder by pushing on the top.

On U.S., EX model, open the rear beverage holder by pushing on the back and pulling the holder all the way out.

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

Interior Convenience Items

Glove Box Open the glove box by squeezing the handle. Close it with a firm push.

Console Compartment

LEVER

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.

CONSOLE COMPARTMENT

OnEXmodelintheU.S.,andLXandSi modelsinCanada To open the console compartment, pull the left lever and lift the lid.

To close, lower the lid and push it down until it latches.

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Comfort and Convenience Features

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Vents, Heating, and A/C

Playing the Radio Radio Reception Playing a CD

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Protecting Your CDs . .. ..... ..... ...... 99
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CD Changer Error Messages .. 101
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Playing a Tape Radio Theft Protection Setting the Clock Cruise Control

The heating and air conditioning systems in your Honda provide a comfortable driving environment in all weather conditions.

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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.)

LXandEXmodelsintheU.S.,andLX andSimodelsinCanada Your Honda has an anti-theft audio system that requires a code number to enable it.

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Air conditioning is optional on DX and DX VP models in the U.S., and DX model in Canada. It is standard on other models.

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Vents, Heating, and A/C

RECIRCULATION BUTTON

AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) BUTTON

MODE CONTROL DIAL

TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL

FAN CONTROL DIAL

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REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON

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Fan Control Dial Turn this dial to control fan speed and the air flow.

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

Air Conditioning (A/C) Button OptionalonDXmodels This button turns the air conditioning on and off. The light in the button is on when the A/C is on.

Recirculation Button When the light in the button is on, air from the car’s interior is sent throughout the system again. When the light is off, air is brought in from the outside of the vehicle (Fresh Air mode).

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

The system should be left 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 driving through dusty or smoky conditions, then return to Fresh Air mode.

Rear Window Defogger Button This button turns the rear window defogger off and on (see page ). 65

Mode Control Dial Use the mode control dial to select the vents the air flow from. Some air will flow from the dashboard vents in all modes.

Air Flow Buttons

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. When you select system automatically switches to Fresh Air mode.

, the

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

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you can

Iftheinteriorisverywarm, cool it down more rapidly by partially opening the windows, turning on the A/C, and setting the fan to maximum speed in Fresh Air mode.

Using the A/C Air conditioning places an extra load on the engine. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 60
turn off the A/C until the gauge reads normally.

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2.

3. 4.

5.

Turn on the A/C by pressing the button. The light in the button comes on when a fan speed is selected. Make sure the temperature control dial is all the way to the left. Select If the outside air is humid, select Recirculation mode. If the outside air is dry, select Fresh Air mode. Set the fan to the desired speed.

Vents, Heating, and A/C

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

1.

2. 3. 4.

Turn the temperature control dial all the way to the left. Make sure the A/C is off. Select Set the fan to the desired speed.

and Fresh Air mode.

Using the Heater 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 through the system.

1. 2. 3.

and Fresh Air mode.

Select Set the fan to the desired speed. Adjust the warmth of the air with the temperature control dial.

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Dehumidify the Interior 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. 2. 3. 4.

Switch the fan on. Turn on the air conditioning. Select Adjust the temperature control dial to your preference.

and Fresh Air mode.

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

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

1. 2.

3.

4.

, the system

Set the fan to the desired speed. Select automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A/C. (The A/C indicator will not come on in U.S. vehicles.) Adjust the temperature control dial so the airflow feels warm. Select 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.

Vents, Heating, and A/C

To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice From the Windows

1.

2. 3.

. The system

Select automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A/C. (The A/C indicator will not come on in U.S. vehicles.) Select Set the fan and temperature controls to maximum level.

To clear the windows faster, you can close the dashboard corner vents by rotating the wheel below it. This will send more warm air to the windshield defroster vents. Once the windshield is clear, select the Fresh Air mode to avoid fogging the windows.

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

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Playing the Radio

DX Model

AM/FM BUTTON

STEREO INDICATOR SCAN INDICATOR

A.SEL BUTTON

SCAN BUTTON

PWR/VOL KNOB

PRESET BUTTONS

TUNE KNOB

SEEK BAR

U.S.: LX, EX, Canada: LX, Si Models

AM/FM BUTTON

STEREO INDICATOR

SCAN INDICATOR

PWR/VOL KNOB

SEEK BAR

PRESET BUTTONS

TUNE KNOB

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Playing the Radio

To Play the Radio The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II). Turn the system on by pushing the PWR/ VOL knob or the AM/FM button. Adjust the volume by turning the same knob.

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.

To Select a Station You can use any of five methods to find radio stations on the selected band: the preset buttons, and

TUNE, SEEK, SCAN,

AUTO SELECT

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Use the TUNE knob to

TUNE tune the radio to a desired frequency. Turn the knob right to tune to a higher frequency, or left to tune to a

lower frequency.

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The SEEK function

SEEK searches up and down from the current frequency to find a station with a strong signal. To activate it, press the side of the bar, then release it.

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The SCAN function

SCAN samples all stations with strong signals on the selected band. To activate it, press the SCAN button, then release it. You will see SCAN in the display. The system will scan for a station with a strong signal. When it finds one, it will stop and play that station for about five seconds.

If you do nothing, the system will then scan for the next strong station and play it for five seconds. When it plays a station you want to listen to, press the SCAN button again.

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Each preset button can

Preset store one frequency on AM, and two frequencies on FM.

1.

2.

3.

4.

Select the desired band, AM or FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store two frequencies with each preset button. Use the TUNE, SEEK, or SCAN function to tune the radio to a desired station. Pick a preset button, and hold it until you hear a beep. Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store a total of six stations on AM and twelve stations on FM.

The preset frequencies will be lost if your vehicle’s battery goes dead, is disconnected, or the radio fuse is removed.

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Playing the Radio

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If you are

AUTO SELECT traveling far from home and can no longer receive your preset stations, you can use the Auto Select feature to find stations in the local area.

Press the A. SEL Button. ‘‘A.SEL’’ flashes in the display, and the system goes into scan mode for several seconds. It stores the frequencies of six AM, and twelve FM stations in the preset buttons.

You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed after pressing a preset button if Auto Select cannot find a strong station for every preset button.

If you do not like the stations Auto Select has stored, you can store other frequencies on the preset buttons. Use the TUNE, SEEK, or SCAN functions to find stations, then store them in the preset buttons as described.

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These two

Balance/Fader 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.

Audio System Lighting You can use the instrument panel brightness control knob to adjust the illumination of the audio system (see page illuminates when the parking lights are on, even if the radio is off.

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press the ToturnoffAutoSelect, A. SEL button. This restores the presets you originally set.

Adjusting the Sound Press the SOUND/MODE (TUNE) knob repeatedly to display the Bass (BAS), Treble (TRE), Fader (FAD), and Balance (BAL) setting.

Each mode is shown in the display as it changes. Turn the SOUND/ MODE (TUNE) knob to adjust the setting to your liking. When the level reaches the center, you will see ‘‘C’’ in the display. The system will automatically return the display to the selected audio mode about five seconds after you stop adjusting a mode.

Treble/Bass modes to adjust the tone to your liking.

Use the TRE/BAS

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Radio Frequencies Your Honda’s radio can receive the complete AM and FM bands. Those bands cover these frequen- cies:

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

Radio stations on the AM band are assigned frequencies at least ten kilohertz apart (530, 540, 550). Stations 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 could display a frequency of 100.9 even though the announcer may identify the station as ‘‘FM101.’’

Radio Reception How well your Honda’s radio receives stations is dependent on many factors, such as the distance from the station’s transmitter, nearby large objects, and atmos- pheric conditions.

A radio station’s signal gets weaker as you get farther away from its transmitter. If you are listening to an AM station, you will notice the sound volume becoming weaker, and the station drifting in and out. If you are listening to an FM station, you will see the stereo indicator flickering off and on as the signal weakens. Eventually, the stereo indicator will go off and the sound will fade completely as you get out of range of the station’s signal.

Radio Reception

Driving very near the transmitter of a station that is broadcasting on a frequency close to the frequency of the station you are listening to can also affect your radio’s reception. You may temporarily hear both stations, or hear only the station you are close to.

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Radio Reception

AsrequiredbytheFCC: Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser’s authoritytooperatetheequipment.

Radio signals, especially on the FM band, are deflected by large objects such as buildings and hills. Your radio then receives both the direct signal from the station’s transmitter, and the deflected signal. This causes the sound to distort or flutter. This is a main cause of poor radio reception in city driving.

Radio reception can be affected by atmospheric conditions such as thunderstorms, high humidity, and even sunspots. You may be able to receive a distant radio station one day and not receive it the next day because of a change in conditions.

Electrical interference from passing vehicles and stationary sources can cause temporary reception problems.

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DX Model (Optional)

CD BUTTON

RANDOM INDICATOR

RDM BUTTON

REPEAT INDICATOR

RPT BUTTON

Playing a CD

PWR/VOL KNOB

DISC SEEK/SKIP BAR

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BUTTON

DISC

＋

BUTTON

U.S.: LX, EX, Canada: LX, Si Models

CD BUTTON

REPEAT INDICATOR CD SLOT

RDM BUTTON

EJECT BUTTON

PWR/VOL KNOB

SEEK/SKIP BAR

RANDOM INDICATOR

RPT BUTTON

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Playing a CD, CD Changer

To Play a CD OptionalonDXmodel With the ignition in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II), insert a CD into the CD slot. The drive will pull the CD in the rest of the way and begin to play it. You operate the CD player with the same controls used for the radio. The number of the track playing is shown in the display. The system will continuously play a CD until you change modes.

To Change Tracks (SKIP) Each time you press and release

, the player skips forward to

to skip

the beginning of the next track. Press and release backward to the beginning of the previous track. To move rapidly within a track, press and hold the see CUE or REW in the display.

. You will

or

REPEAT a track, press and release the RPT

To continuously replay

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button. You will see RPT in the display. Press the RPT button again to turn it off.

the CD will stay in the drive. When you turn the system back on, the CD will begin playing where it left off.

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RANDOM This feature plays the tracks in random order. To activate Random Play, press and release the RDM button. You will see RDM in the display. This continues until you press the RDM button again.

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To Stop Playing a CD Press the eject button ( remove the CD. If you eject the CD, but do not remove it from the slot, the system will automatically reload the CD after 15 seconds and put it in pause mode. To begin playing, press the CD button. Press the AM/FM button to switch to the radio while a CD is playing. Press the CD button to play the CD.

If you turn the system off while a CD is playing, either with the PWR/VOL knob or by turning off the ignition,

Operating the Optional CD Changer A CD changer is available for your vehicle. It holds up to six CDs. You operate the CD changer with the same controls used for the in-dash CD player.

Load the desired CDs in the magazine, and load the magazine in the changer according to the instructions that came with the unit.

To select the CD changer, press the CD button. The CD and track numbers will be displayed. To select a different CD, use the preset 5
(DISC ) or preset 6 (DISC ) ＋ button. If you select an empty slot in the magazine, the changer will, after finding that slot empty, try to load the CD in the next slot.

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General Information

When using CD-R discs, use only high quality CDs labeled for audio use.

When recording a CD-R, the recording must be closed for it to be used by the CD players.

CD-RW discs will not work in this unit.

Play only standard round CDs. Odd-shaped CDs may jam in the drive or cause other problems.

Handle your CDs properly to prevent damage and skipping.

Protecting CDs When a CD is not being played, store it in its case to protect it from dust and other contamination. To prevent warpage, keep CDs out of direct sunlight and extreme heat.

To clean a CD, use a clean soft cloth. Wipe across the CD from the center to the outside edge.

A new CD may be rough on the inner and outer edges. The small plastic pieces causing this roughness can flake off and fall on the re- cording surface of the CD, causing skipping or other problems. Remove these pieces by rubbing the inner and outer edges with the side of a pencil or pen.

Never try to insert foreign objects in the CD player or the magazine.

Protecting Your CDs

Handle a CD by its edges; never touch either surface. Do not place stabilizer rings or labels on the CD. These, along with contamination from fingerprints, liquids, and felt-tip pens, can cause the CD to not play properly, or possibly jam in the drive.

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CD Player Error Messages

If you see an error message in the display while playing a CD, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error message, take your vehicle to a Honda dealer. FOCUS Error

Message

Error

Cause

Mechanical Error

High temperature

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Solution

Press the EJECT button and pull out the CD. Check if it is inserted correctly in the CD player. Make sure the CD is not scratched or damaged. Press the EJECT button and pull out the CD. Check the CD for damage or deformation. If the CD cannot be pulled out, or the error message does not disappear after the CD is ejected, see a Honda dealer. Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal.

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If you see an error message in the display while playing a CD, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error indication, take your vehicle to a Honda dealer.

CD Changer Error Messages

Indication

Cause

Solution

FOCUS Error

No CD in the CD magazine

Mechanical Error

High temperature

No CD magazine in the CD changer

Press the magazine eject button and pull it out, check for an error indication, and insert the magazine again. If the message does not disappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out, see a Honda dealer. Insert CD.

Press the magazine eject button and pull it out. Check for an error indication, and insert the magazine again. If the message does not disappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out, see a Honda dealer. Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal. Insert CD magazine.

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Playing a Tape

DX Model

TAPE BUTTON

PLAY/PROG BUTTON

RPT BUTTON

REW BUTTON

FF BUTTON

PWR/VOL KNOB

DOLBY INDICATOR

SKIP BAR

NR BUTTON

U.S.: LX, EX, Canada: LX, Si Models

TAPE BUTTON

REW BUTTON

REPEAT INDICATOR

FF BUTTON

DOLBY INDICATOR

PWR/VOL KNOB

SKIP BAR

NR BUTTON PLAY/PROG BUTTON

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To Play a Tape Optionalonallmodels The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II). Make sure the open side of the tape is facing right, then insert the tape most of the way into the slot. The system will pull the tape in the rest of the way, and begin to play it.

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indicates the side

The tape direction indicator will light to show you which side of the tape is playing. The you inserted upward in now playing. If you want to play the other side, press the PLAY/PROG button. When the player reaches the end of the tape, it will automatically reverse direction and play the other side.

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Dolby noise reduction turns on when you insert a tape. The

indicator will light in the

display. If the tape was not recorded in Dolby, turn it off by pressing the NR button. Dolby remains off until you press the NR button again.

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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.

To Stop Playing a Tape To remove the tape, press the EJECT button. If you want to turn the player off, press the PWR/VOL knob or turn off the ignition. The tape will remain in the drive. When you turn the system back on, the tape will begin playing where it left off.

Playing a Tape

To switch to the radio or CD player while a tape is playing, press the AM/FM or CD/TAPE button. To change back to the tape player, press the CD/TAPE button.

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To rewind the tape,

Tape Search Functions FF/REW push the REW button. You will see REW in the display. To fast forward the tape, push the FF button. You will see FF displayed. Press the FF, REW, or PLAY/PROG button to take the system out of rewind or fast forward.

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Press

button to find

SKIP the beginning of the current song or passage. Press button to find the beginning of the next song or passage. When the system reaches the beginning of a song or passage, it begins to play it.

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