2005 Honda Civic Sedan Owners Manual

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

Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser’s authoritytooperatetheequipment.

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

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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, push it 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 indicators on the instrument panel come on as a test when you turn the ignition switch from ACCESSORY (I) to ON (II).

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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

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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 passengers’ doors, use the master door lock switch or the lock tab on each door.

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 releasehandletotheleftofthe driver’s seat. To protect items in the trunk when you need to give the key to someone else, lock the trunk releasehandlewiththemasterkey 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 Monoxide Hazard 47

Carbon

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Door Locks

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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RemoteTransmitterCare

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

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Press this button once

UNLOCK to unlock the driver’s door. Push it twice to unlock the other doors. Some exterior lights will flash twice each time you press the button. If you do not open any doors within 30
seconds, they will automatically relock.

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Press this button for

PANIC about 1 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).

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 the key is in the ignition switch.

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To replace the battery, remove 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

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

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 See pages for important safety 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 See page for important safety informationandawarningabouthowto properlypositiontheheadrestraints.

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They are most effective when you adjust them so the back of the occupant’s head rests against the center of the restraint.

Seats

FRONT

U.S.:LX,EX Canada:LX-G,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 all seating positions to help protect you and your passengers from whiplash and other injuries.

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.,andSE,LX-GandSimodelsin Canada ItisoptionalonotherU.S.models.

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 counterclockwise 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. Looseitemscanflyforwardand cause injury if you have to brake hard. See 129

Carrying Cargo

on page

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

Carbon Monoxide Hazard .47

Seats

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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.

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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.

If the MAIN switch is OFF, the passenger windows cannot be raised or lowered. Keep the MAIN switch off when you have children in the vehicle so they do not injure themselves by operating the windows unintentionally.

Power Windows

OnLXandEXmodelsintheU.S.,and LXandSimodelsinCanada

DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH

MAIN SWITCH Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) to raise or lower any window. To open the window, push the switch down and hold it. Release the switch when you want the window to stop. Pull back on the switch and hold it to close the window.

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Moonroof, Mirrors

MOONROOF SWITCH

press and hold the top of the switch ). To open the moonroof, 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.

TILT BUTTON

OnU.S.EXmodel,andCanadianLX-G andSimodels 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. You must turn the ignition switch to ON (II) for the moonroof to operate.

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

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.

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Mirrors

Adjusting the Power Mirrors

Power Mirror Heaters

SELECTOR SWITCH

ADJUSTMENT SWITCH

OnLXandEXmodelsintheU.S.,and LX-G andSimodelsinCanada

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 the adjustment switch off to keep your settings.

OnLX-GandSimodelsinCanada The outside mirrors are heated to remove fog and frost. With the ignition switch in the ON (II) position, turn on the heaters by pressing the button. The indicator in the button comes on as a reminder. Press the button again to turn the heaters off.

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DX model

PARKING BRAKE LEVER

PARKING BRAKE LEVER

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

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 indicator on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released (see page

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Parking Brake

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

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Interior Lights

Ceiling Light

DOOR ACTIVATED

FRONT

DOOR ACTIVATED

ON

OFF

OFF

ON

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.

SWITCHES

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.

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.

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Interior Convenience Items

CONSOLE COMPARTMENT

COIN BOX

CENTER POCKET

VANITY MIRROR

COAT HOOK

ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET

GLOVE BOX

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BEVERAGE HOLDER (U.S. EX ONLY)

BEVERAGE HOLDER

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Interior Convenience Items

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 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 the 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).

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None of the sockets will power an automotive type cigarette lighter element. When more than one socket is being used, the combined power rating of the accessories should be 120 watts or less (10 amps).

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

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

Always keep the glove box closed while driving.

Console Compartment

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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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Features

Air Flow Buttons

Vents, Heating, and A/C

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Playing the Radio Radio Reception Playing a Disc Protecting Your Discs CD Player Error Messages CD Changer Error Messages Playing a Tape Radio Theft Protection Setting the Clock Cruise Control

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

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

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

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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 increase or decrease the fan speed and airflow.

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 indicatorinthebuttonisonwhen the A/C is on.

Recirculation Button When the recirculation indicator is on, air from the vehicle’s interior is sent throughout the system again. When the indicator 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.

ThesystemshouldbeleftinFresh 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 ). 67

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.

Airflow 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

Airflow 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 62
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 ON button. The indicator in the button comes on when a fan speed is selected. Make sure the temperature set to maximum cool. 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.

Set the temperature to the lower limit. 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.

Turn 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.

5.

Set the fan to the desired speed, or high for faster defrosting. Select . The system 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. To increase airflow to the windshield, close the corner vents.

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.) 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 each vent. This 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 your 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

AUTO SELECT BUTTON

Special Edition models

SCAN BUTTON

PRESET BUTTONS

STEREO INDICATOR

PRESET BUTTONS

SEEK BAR POWER/VOLUME KNOB

TUNE KNOB

PRESET BUTTONS

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

AM/FM BUTTON

STEREO INDICATOR

SCAN INDICATOR

SOUND BUTTON

FM/AM BUTTON

AUTO SELECT BUTTON SCAN BUTTON

TUNE KNOB

PRESET CALL BAR

AUTO SELECT BUTTON

SEEK BAR

SCAN BUTTON

POWER/ VOLUME KNOB

POWER/VOLUME KNOB

SEEK BAR PRESET

BUTTONS

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Playing the Radio

To Play the Radio The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. Turn the system on by pushing the Power Volume knob or the AM/FM button (FM/AM button on Special Edition models). Adjust the volume by turning the Power Volume knob.

OnSpecialEditionmodels As you adjust a volume, you will hear a beep whenever the adjustment level reaches the maximum and minimum of its range.

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

OnSpecialEditionmodels On the AM band, AM noise reduction turns on automatically.

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

TUNE, SEEK, SCAN,

AUTO SELECT.

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Use the TUNE knob or

TUNE the SEEK bar to tune the radio to a desired frequency.

ExceptforSpecialEditionmodels Turn the knob to the right to tune a higher frequency, and turn it to the left to tune a lower frequency.

＋

’’ side of the SEEK bar

OnSpecialEditionmodels Press the ‘‘ to tune a higher frequency, and press the ‘‘ frequency.

’’ side to tune a lower

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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 SEEK bar, then release it. On Special Edition models, press the ‘‘ ＋ until you hear a beep, then release it.

’’ side of the SEEK bar

’’ or ‘‘

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or

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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 5 seconds.

If you do nothing, the system will then scan for the next strong station and play it for 5 seconds. When it plays a station that you want to listen to, press the SCAN button again.

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Playing the Radio

OnSpecialEditionmodels To select a different preset frequency, you can also use the P. CALL bar. Press the ‘‘ the bar to select the frequency stored in the next preset button, and press the ‘‘ ’’ side to select the frequency in the previous preset button.

’’ side of

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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.

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Each preset button can

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

1.

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

2.

Use the TUNE, SEEK, or SCAN function to tune the radio to a desired station.

3.

Pick a preset button and hold it until you hear a beep.

4.

Repeat steps 1 through 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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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 as previously described.

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

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Adjusting the Sound BAL to-side strength of the sound.

Adjust the Balance, or side-

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Adjust the Fader, or the

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Adjust the Treble in the

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Adjust the Bass in the sound.

Press the SOUND (TUNE) knob or SOUND button repeatedly to display the Bass (BAS), Treble (TRE), Balance (BAL), and Fader (FAD) settings. Each mode is shown in the display as it changes.

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ExceptforSpecialEditionmodels Turn the SOUND (TUNE) knob to adjust the setting to your liking.

OnSpecialEditionmodels Turn the Volume knob to adjust the setting to your liking.

OnSpecialEditionmodels The level gauge on the display also shows you the range. As you adjust a mode, you will hear a beep whenever the adjustment level reaches the center (C), maximum, and minimum of its range.

Onallmodels The displayed number shows you the current setting. When the level reaches the center, you will see a ‘‘C’’ in the display. The system will return to the audio display about 5 seconds after you stop adjusting a mode.

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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 turned off.

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On Special Edition models Displaybrightness You can also select the reduced brightness in the display when the parking lights are on. Press and hold the DISP button for about 5 seconds until you hear a beep to change the brightness. Press and hold this button again for about 5 seconds until you hear a beep to return to the full brightness.

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On Special Edition models SpectroscopicAnalysis You can display the sound with the spectroscopic analysis. There are five modes of display; Peak-Hold, Normal, Aurora, Level and Off. Each time you press and release the DISP button, the mode changes from P.HOLD to NORMAL to AURORA to LEVEL, then to OFF. You see the selected mode in the display for about 5
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Radio Frequencies The 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 the radio receives stations is dependent on many factors, such as the distance from the station’s transmitter, nearby large objects, and atmospheric 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.

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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

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

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.

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Playing a Disc

DX model (Optional)

CD/TAPE BUTTON

RANDOM INDICATOR

RANDOM BUTTON

U.S. Special Edition models

AM/FM BUTTON

REPEAT INDICATOR

REPEAT BUTTON

DISC LOAD INDICATOR

DISC SLOT

FOLDER INDICATOR/ NUMBER

TITLE BUTTON

DISPLAY BUTTON

DISC

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LOAD BUTTON LOADED DISC NUMBER

SEEK/SKIP BAR

DISC

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MP3
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POWER/VOLUME KNOB

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

CD BUTTON REPEAT INDICATOR

AM/FM BUTTON

CD SLOT

RANDOM BUTTON

POWER/ VOLUME KNOB

SEEK/SKIP BAR

RANDOM INDICATOR

REPEAT BUTTON

EJECT BUTTON

EJECT BUTTON

FILE INDICATOR/ NUMBER POWER/ VOLUME KNOB

SEEK/SKIP BAR

FOLDER BAR

DISK NUMBER

REPEAT BUTTON/ SCAN BUTTON

RANDOM BUTTON

CD BUTTON

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Playing a Disc

To Play a Disc OptionalonDXmodel To load or play discs, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.

You operate the CD player/CD changer with the same controls used for the radio. To select the CD player/CD changer, press the CD button. You will see ‘‘CD’’ in the display. The number of the track playing is shown in the display. With the in-dash CD changer, the disc and track numbers are displayed. The system will continuously play a disc until you change modes.

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U.S.

OnU SpecialEditionmodels The in-dash CD changer can also play CD-Rs and CD-RWs compressed in MP3 standard. When playing a disc in MP3, you will see ‘‘MP3’’ in the display. You can select afolderortrackupto

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OnmodelswithCDplayer Insert a CD into the CD slot. The drive will pull the CD in the rest of the way to play it. When the system reaches the end of the disc, it will return to the beginning and play the disc again.

Video CDs and DVD discs will not work in this unit.

You can also play 3-inch (8-cm) discs without using an adapter ring.

The specifications of the compatible MP3 file are: Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 kHz Bit rate: 32/40/48/56/64/80/96/ 112/128/160/192/224/256/320 kbps Compatible with variable bit rate and multi-session Maximum layers (including ROOT): 8 layers

While playing a disc, you can see the playing time in the display by cancelling the clock display (see page

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To play the radio when a disc is playing, press the AM/FM button. Press the CD button again to switch back to the CD player.

To play the tape when a CD is playing, insert a tape in the player (optional). If a tape is in the player, press the TAPE button. Press the CD button again, to switch back to the CD player.

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If you turn the system off while a CD is playing, either with the Power/ Volume knob or by turning off the ignition switch, the disc 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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OnU SpecialEditionmodels LoadingDiscsintheIn-dashCD Changer Your vehicle’s in-dash CD changer hold up to six discs.

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Press the LOAD button until you hear beep and see ‘‘LOAD’’ in the display. To load only one disc, press and release the LOAD button. The green disc load indicator will come on.

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The disc number for an empty position begins blinking.

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Insert the disc into the CD slot when the green disc load indicator comes on. Insert it only about halfway; the drive will pull it in the rest of the way. You will see ‘‘BUSY’’ in the display while the disc load indicator turns red and blinks as the disc is loaded.

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You cannot load and play 3-inch (8-cm) discs in this unit.

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When the disc load indicator turns green and ‘‘LOAD’’ appears in the display again, insert the next disc in the slot. Do not try to insert a disc until ‘‘LOAD’’ appears. You could damage the audio unit.

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Repeat this until all six positions are loaded. If you are not loading all six positions, the system begins playing the last disc loaded.

You can also load a disc into an empty position while a disc is playing by pressing the appropriate preset button. The system stops playing the current disc and starts the loading sequence. It plays the disc just loaded.

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FolderNameandFileNameDisplay Function In MP3 mode with In-dash CD Changer When you press the TITLE button while playing a disc in MP3, the display shows the first 13 characters of the current folder or file name for about 5 seconds, then automatically returns to the normal display.

With the folder or file name, you will see the FOLDER or FILE indicator in the display.

Each time you press the TITLE button, the display mode changes from File Name display to Folder Name display, then to Normal display.

If the folder or file name has more than 13 characters and the name is displayed, press and hold the TITLE button until you hear a beep. The display will show the next 13
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see all characters of the folder or file name, repeat this step.

If you press the TITLE button when the last character(s) is displayed, you hear two beeps, then the display shows the first 13 characters again.

You will also see the folder or file name in the following conditions.

When the folder or the file is changed.

When you change the audio mode to the playing discs in MP3 and the system begins to play.

When you insert a disc and the system begins to play.

ToChangeorSelectTracks/Files You can use the SEEK/SKIP bar while a disc is playing to select passages and change tracks (files in MP3 mode).

With In-dash CD Changer To select a different disc, press the appropriate preset button (1 to 6). If you select an empty position, the system will go into the loading sequence (see page

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In MP3 mode, use the FOLDER bar to select folders in the disc and use the SEEK/SKIP bar to change files.

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SEEK/SKIP press and release the side of the SEEK/SKIP bar, the player skips forward to the beginning of the next track (file in MP3 mode). Press and release the side, to skip backward to the beginning of the current track. Press it again to skip to the beginning of the previous track.

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To move rapidly within a track, press and hold the side of the SEEK/SKIP bar.

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ExceptforSpecialEditionmodels You will see CUE or REW in the display while moving.

OnSpecialEditionmodels While moving forward or backward, the time display changes to the track/file playing time. After releasing the bar, the display goes back to the time display.

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InMP3modewithIn-dashCDChanger FOLDER/SELECTION select a different folder, press and release the ‘‘ FOLDER bar to move the beginning of the next folder. Press and release the ‘‘ beginning of the current folder. Press and release it again to skip to the beginning of the previous folder.

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REPEAT (TRACK/FILE REPEAT) To continuously replay a track (file in MP3 mode), press and release the RPT button. You will see RPT in the display. Press the RPT button again to turn it off. With the in-dash CD changer, press the RPT button two or three times depending on the selected mode to return to normal playing.

WithIn-dashCDChanger Pressing either side of the SEEK/ SKIP bar or selecting a different disc with a preset button also turns off

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the repeat feature.

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WithIn-dashCDChanger DISC-REPEAT when activated, replays all the tracks (all files in each folder in MP3 mode) on the selected disc in the order they are recorded on the disc. To activate the disc repeat feature, select the Disc-Repeat mode by pressing the RPT button repeatedly. You will see D-RPT in the display. The system continuously replays the current disc. Press the RPT button again to turn it off. Pressing the RDM button or selecting a different disc with a preset button also turns off the repeat feature.

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InMP3modewithIn-dashCDChanger FOLDER-REPEAT This feature, when activated, replays all the files on the selected folder in the order they are compressed in MP3. To activate Folder Repeat mode, press the RPT button. You will see F-RPT in the display. The system continuously replays the current folder. Press the RPT button again to turn it off. Pressing the RDM button, selecting a different disc with a preset button, or selecting a different folder with the FOLDER bar also turns off the repeat feature.

InCDmodewithIn-dashCDChanger Each time you press and release the RPT button, the mode changes from Track Repeat to Disc Repeat, then to normal playing.

InMP3modewithIn-dashCDChanger Each time you press and release the RPT button, the mode changes from File Repeat to Folder Repeat to Disc Repeat, then to normal playing.

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RANDOM (Random within a Disc) This feature plays the tracks (all files in each folder in MP3
mode) within a disc in random order. To activate Random Play, press and release the RDM button. In MP3
mode, press the RDM button twice to select Within a Disc Random Play. You will see RDM in the display. Press the RDM button again to return to normal play.

WithIn-dashCDChanger Selecting a different disc with a preset button also turns off the random feature.

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InMP3modewithIn-dashCDChanger FOLDER-RANDOM feature, when activated, plays the files within a folder in random order, rather than in the order they are compressed in MP3. To activate Folder Random play, press the RDM button. You will see F-RDM in the display. The system will then select and play files randomly. This continues until you deactivate Folder