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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

1.

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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Vents, Heating, and A/C

Playing the Radio Radio Reception Playing a CD

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Air Flow Buttons .......................... 89
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CD Changer . . . ..... ..... ..... ..... .......... 98
Protecting Your CDs . .. ..... ..... ...... 99
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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.

or

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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.

). If it moves near the red zone,

1.

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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A.SEL BUTTON SCAN BUTTON

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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

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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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Playing a Tape

− Press the RPT button

REPEAT to continuously play a song or passage. You will see RPT displayed. The track will repeat until you press the RPT button again.

The SKIP and REPEAT

NOTE: functions use silent periods on the tape to find the end of a song or passage. These features may not work if there is almost no gap between selections, a high noise level, or a silent period in the middle of a selection.

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Caring for the Tape and Player The tape player picks up dirt and oxides from the tape. This contamination builds up over time and cause the sound quality to degrade. To prevent this, you should clean the player after every 30 hours of use.

If you do not clean the tape player regularly, it may eventually become impossible to remove the contamination with a normal cleaning kit. Your Honda dealer has a cleaning kit available.

Use 100-minute or shorter tapes. Tapes longer than that may break or jam the drive.

If the tape is loose, tighten it by turning the hub with a pencil or your finger. If the label is peeling off, remove it or it could cause the cassette to jam in the player. Never try to insert a warped or damaged

cassette in the player.

Store tapes in their cases to protect them from dust and moisture. Never place tapes where they will be exposed to direct sunlight, high heat, or high humidity. If a tape is exposed to extreme heat or cold, let it reach a moderate temperature before inserting it into the player.

Never insert foreign objects into the cassette player.

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LXandEXmodelsintheU.S.,andLX andSimodelsinCanada Your vehicle’s audio system will disable itself if it is disconnected from electrical power for any reason. To make it work again, you must enter a specific five-digit code in the preset buttons. Because there are hundreds of number combinations possible from five-digits, making the system work without knowing the exact code is nearly impossible.

You should have received a card that lists your audio system code number and serial number. It is best to store this card in a safe place at home. In addition, you should write the audio system’s serial number in this Owner’s Manual.

If you should happen to lose the card, you must obtain the code number from a Honda dealer. To do this, you will need the system’s serial number.

If your vehicle’s battery is discon- nected or goes dead, the audio system will disable itself. If this happens, you will see ‘‘COdE’’ in the frequency display the next time you turn on the system. Use the Preset buttons to enter the five-digit code. The code is located on the radio code card included in your Owner’s Manual kit. When it is entered correctly, the radio will start playing.

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

Radio Theft Protection

If the code card is lost, a Honda dealer can access your code with your radio’s serial number. To access the serial number, turn the radio on. It must display ‘‘COdE’’, then turn the radio off. Push the preset 1, preset 6, and power buttons at the same time, then quickly release.

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

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Setting the Clock

DX Model

CLOCK BUTTON

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

CLOCK (SCAN/RPT) BUTTON

H BUTTON

M BUTTON

R BUTTON

If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead, you will need to reset the clock.

Press and hold the CLOCK button until you hear a beep. Change the hours by pressing the H (Preset 4) button until the numbers advance to the desired time. Change the minutes by press the M (Preset 5) button until the numbers advance to the desired time. When you are

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finished, press the CLOCK button.

Vehicles without CD Player Adjust the hours by pressing and holding the CLOCK button, then pressing the H (Preset 4) button. A

Adjust the minutes by pressing and holding the CLOCK button, then pressing the M (Preset 5) button.

H BUTTON

M BUTTON

R BUTTON

You can quickly set the time to the nearest hour. If the displayed time is before the half hour, press and hold the CLOCK button until you hear a beep, then press the R (Preset 6) button to set the clock back to the previous hour. If the displayed time is after the half hour, the clock sets forward to the beginning of the next hour. For example:

1:06 will reset to 1:00
1:52 will reset to 2:00

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OnLXandEXmodelsintheU.S.,and LXandSimodelsinCanada 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 city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather.

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

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

Using the Cruise Control

CANCEL BUTTON

Cruise Control

RESUME/ accel BUTTON

SET/decel BUTTON

1.

Push in the Cruise Control Master Switch. The indicator in the switch will light.

2.

Accelerate to the desired cruising speed above 25 mph (40 km/h).

3.

Press and release the SET/decel button on the steering wheel. The CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel comes on to show the system is now activated.

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Cruise Control

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. This will cancel the cruise control. To resume the set speed, press the RESUME/accel button. The CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel will come back on.

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

Press and hold the RESUME/ accel button. When you reach the desired cruising speed, release the button.

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

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

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

Press and hold the SET/decel button. Release the button when you reach the desired speed.

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

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

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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 vehicle will return to the set cruising speed.

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

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

Tap the brake or clutch pedal.

Push the CANCEL button on the steering wheel.

Press the Cruise Control Master Switch.

Cruise Control

When you push the CANCEL button, or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the system remembers the previously- set cruising speed. To return to that speed, accelerate to above 25 mph (40 km/h) and then press and release the RESUME/accel button. The CRUISE CONTROL light comes on. The vehicle 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.

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Before Driving

Before you begin driving your Honda, you should know what gasoline to use, and how to check the levels of important fluids. You also need to know how to properly store luggage or packages. The information in this section will help you. If you plan to add any accessories to your vehicle, please read the information in this section first.

Break-in Period Gasoline Type Service Station Procedures Fuel Economy Accessories Modifications Carrying Cargo

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Break-in Period, Gasoline Type

Break-in Period Help assure your vehicle’s future reliability and performance by paying extra attention to how you drive during the first 600 miles (1,000 km). During this period:

Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration.

Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km).

Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time.

You should also follow these re- commendations with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are replaced.

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Gasoline Type Your Honda is designed to operate on unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number of 86 or higher. Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic rapping noise in the engine that can lead to mechanical failure.

We recommend using a gasoline containing detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits.

In addition, in order to maintain good performance, fuel economy, and emissions control, we strongly recommend, in areas where it is available, the use of gasoline that does NOT contain manganese-based fuel additives such as MMT. Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely affect performance, and cause the Malfunction Indicator Lamp on your instrument panel to come on. If this happens, contact your authorized Honda dealer for service. Some gasoline today is blended with oxygenates such as ethanol or MTBE. Your vehicle is designed to operate on oxygenated gasoline containing up to 10 percent ethanol by volume and up to 15 percent MTBE by volume. Do not use gasoline containing methanol. For further important fuel-related information, please refer to your Quick Start Guide.

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Fueling

Push

1.

Park with the driver’s side closest to the service station pump.

2.

Open the fuel fill door by pushing on the handle to the left of the driver’s seat.

Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.

Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away. Handle fuel only outdoors. Wipe up spills immediately.

3.

4.

Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. You may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes. Place the cap in the holder on the fuel fill door.

Stop filling the tank after the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off. Do not try to ‘‘top off’’ the tank. Leave some room for the fuel to expand with temperature changes.

Service Station Procedures

Ifthefuelnozzlekeepsclickingoff even though the tank is not full, there may be a problem with your vehicle’s fuel vapor recovery system. The system helps keep fuel vapors from going into the atmosphere. Consult your dealer.

5.

Screw the fuel fill cap back on until it clicks at least three times. If you do not properly tighten the cap, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp may come on (see page 183

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6.

Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches.

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Service Station Procedures

Opening the Hood

HOOD RELEASE HANDLE

1.

2.

Park the vehicle and set the parking brake. Pull the hood release handle located under the lower left corner of the dashboard. The hood will pop up slightly.

Put your fingers between the front edge of the hood and the front grille. The hood latch handle is above the ‘‘H’’ logo. Push this handle up until it releases the hood. Lift the hood.

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To Close the Hood

LATCH

GRIP

If the hood latch handle moves stiffly, or if you can open the hood without lifting the handle, the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated.

3.

Pull the support rod out of its clip, and insert the end into the hole on the front left side of the hood.

SUPPORT ROD

CLIP

Lift it up slightly to remove the support rod from the hole. Put the support rod back into its holding clip. Lower the hood to about a foot (30
cm) above the fender, then let it drop. Make sure it is securely latched.

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Oil Check

DIPSTICK

UPPER MARK LOWER MARK

Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off before you check the oil.

1.

Remove the dipstick (orange loop).

4.

Remove the dipstick again and check the level. It should be between the upper and lower marks.

2.

Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel.

3.

Insert it all the way back in its tube.

If it is near or below the lower mark, see

Adding Oil

on page

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Service Station Procedures

Engine Coolant Check

RESERVE TANK

MAX

MIN

Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines. If Adding it is below the MIN line, see Engine Coolant for 147
information on adding the proper coolant.

on page

Owner’s Maintenance on page

Refer to Checks on checking other items in your Honda.

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Fuel Economy

Try to maintain a constant speed. Every time you slow down and speed up, your vehicle uses extra fuel. Use the cruise control when appropriate.

Combine several short trips into one.

The air conditioning puts an extra load on the engine which makes it use more fuel. Use the fresh-air ventilation when possible.

Improving Fuel Economy

Always maintain your vehicle according to the maintenance Owner’s schedule. See Maintenance Checks 138

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(see page

an underinflated tire Forexample, causes more ‘‘rolling resistance,’’ which uses fuel.

The build-up of snow or mud on your vehicle’s underside adds weight and rolling resistance. Frequent cleaning helps your fuel mileage and reduces the chance of corrosion.

Drive moderately. Rapid acceleration, abrupt cornering and hard braking use more fuel.

Always drive in the highest gear possible.

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Modifying your vehicle, or installing some non-Honda accessories, can make your vehicle unsafe. Before you make any modifications or add any accessories, be sure to read the following information.

Accessories Your dealer has Honda accessories that allow you to personalize your vehicle. These accessories have been designed and approved for your vehicle, and are covered by warranty.

Improper accessories or modifications can affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, and performance, and cause a crash in which you can be hurt or killed.

Follow all instructions in this owner’s manual regarding accessories and modifications.

Although aftermarket accessories may fit on your vehicle, they may not meet factory specifications, and could adversely affect your vehicle’s handling and stability. (See ‘‘Modifications’’ on page 118
additional information.)

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When properly installed, cellular phones, alarms, two-way radios, and low-powered audio systems should not interfere with your vehicle’s computer controlled systems, such as the SRS and anti-lock brake system.

Accessories and Modifications

Before installing any accessory:

Make sure the accessory does not obscure any lights, or interfere with proper vehicle operation or performance.

Be sure electronic accessories do not overload electrical circuits (see page proper operation.

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Have the installer contact your Honda dealer for assistance before installing any electronic accessory.

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Accessories and Modifications

Larger or smaller wheels and tires can interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s anti-lock brakes and other systems.

Do not modify your steering wheel or any other part of your Supplemental Restraint System. Modifications could make the system ineffective. See the safety precautions on page

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If you plan to modify your vehicle, consult your Honda dealer.

Modifying Your Vehicle Removing parts from your vehicle, or replacing components with non- Honda (aftermarket) components could seriously affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, and reliability.

Some examples are:

Lowering your vehicle with an aftermarket suspension kit that significantly reduces ground clearance can allow the undercarriage to hit speed bumps or other raised objects, which could cause the airbags to deploy.

Raising your vehicle with an aftermarket suspension kit can affect the handling and stability.

Aftermarket wheels, because they are a universal design, can cause excessive stress on suspension components.

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CONSOLE COMPARTMENT ＊

FRONT DOOR POCKET

TRUNK

SEAT-BACK POCKET ＊

GLOVE BOX

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

Carrying Cargo

Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas:

Glove box Front door and seat-back pockets Console compartment Trunk Roof-rack (if installed)

However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe. Before carrying any type of cargo, be sure to read the following pages.

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Carrying Cargo

The maximum load for your vehicle is 850 lbs (395 kg). This figure includes total weight of all occupants, cargo, and accessories.

To determine the correct cargo and luggage load limit:

1.

2.

Locate the statement, ‘‘the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 850 lbs (395 kg)’’ on your vehicle’s placard (on the driver’s doorjamb).

Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in the vehicle. (Five is seating capacity of your vehicle.)

3.

Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from 850 lbs (395 kg).

4.

The resulting figure equals the available load capacity.

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Carrying Items in the Passenger Compartment

Store or secure all items that could be thrown around and hurt someone during a crash.

Do not put any items on top of the trunk panel. They can block your view and be thrown around the vehicle during a crash.

Be sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll under the seats and interfere with the pedals or seat operation.

Keep the glove box closed while driving. If it is open, a passenger could injure their knees during a crash or sudden stop.

For example, if there will be four 150
lbs (70 kg) occupants in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 250 lbs (115
kg). × kg) 850 lbs (395 kg) 250 lbs (115 kg) 5.

150 lbs (70 kg) = 600 lbs (280

Determine the combined weight of accessories, luggage, and cargo being loaded in the vehicle. The weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4.

600 lbs (280 kg) =

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Overloading or improper loading can affect handling and stability and cause a crash in which you can be hurt or killed.

Follow all load limits and other loading guidelines in this manual.