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Random Play by pressing the RDM button again, or you select a different disc with a preset button or a different folder with the FOLDER bar.

Each time you press and release the RDM button, the mode changes from Folder Random Play to Within a Disc Random Play, then to normal playing.

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InCDmodewithIn-dashCDChanger SCAN The SCAN function samples all the tracks on the selected disc in the order they are recorded on the disc. To activate the Scan feature, press and hold the SCAN button until you hear a beep. You will see SCAN in the display. You will get a 10 second sampling of each track on the selected disc. Press the SCAN button again to get out of the system and play the last track sampled.

Pressing either side of the SEEK/ SKIP bar or selecting a different disc with a preset button also turns off the scan feature.

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InMP3modewithIn-dashCDChanger F-SCAN activated, samples all the files on the selected folder in the order they are compressed in MP3. To activate the Folder Scan feature, press and hold the SCAN button until you hear a beep. You will see F-SCAN in the display. The system will then play the first file for about 10 seconds. If you do nothing, the system will then play the following files for 10
seconds each. When it plays a file that you want to continue listening to, press the SCAN button again.

Pressing either side of the SEEK/ SKIP bar, selecting a different disc with a preset button, or a different folder with the FOLDER bar also turns off the scan feature.

Playing a Disc

To Stop Playing a Disc ExceptforSpecialEditionmodels Press the eject button ( ) to 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. To play the CD, press the CD button.

If a tape is in the optional tape player, press the TAPE button to switch to the tape while a CD is playing. Press the CD button again to switch back to the CD player.

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Playing a Disc

OnSpecialEditionmodels Press the FM/AM button to switch to the radio while a disc is playing. To play the disc, press the CD button.

If you turn the system off while a disc 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 disc will begin playing where it left off.

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RemovingDiscsfromtheIn-dashCD Changer OnSpecialEditionmodels To remove the disc currently in play, press the eject ( ) button. When a disc is removed from a slot, the system automatically begins the load sequence so you can load another disc in that position. If you do not remove the disc from the changer within 15 seconds, the system returns to the previous mode (FM/ AM). The disc will reload into the system and will remain in a pause mode.

To remove a different disc from the changer, first select it with the appropriate preset button. When that disc begins playing, press the eject button. Continue pressing the eject button to remove all the discs from the changer.

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Auxiliary Input Jack On Special Edition models Auxiliary Input Jack is on the audio panel. The system will accept auxiliary input from standard audio accessories.

When the appropriate audio unit is connected with the auxiliary input jack, press the AUX button to select the unit.

Audio System Malfunction Except for Special Edition models See pages information on the error messages.

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On Special Edition models If you find any problem with this audio system, take the vehicle to your dealer.

Protecting Compact Discs For information on how to handle and protect compact discs, see page 108

Operating the Optional CD Changer Except for Special Edition models An optional six disc CD changer is available for your vehicle. This disc changer uses the same controls used for the in-dash CD player or the radio.

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 disc and track numbers will be displayed. To select a different disc, use the preset 5
(DISC ) or the preset 6 (DISC ) ＋ button. To select the previous disc, press the preset 5 (DISC ), or the preset 6 (DISC ) to select the next ＋ disc in sequence.

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If you select an empty slot in the magazine, the changer will search for the next available disc to load and play.

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Protecting Your Discs

General Information

When using CD-R or CD-RW (only with in-dash CD changer) discs, use only high quality CDs labeled for audio use.

When recording a CD-R or CD-RW (only with in-dash CD changer), the recording must be closed for it to be used by the system. ExceptforSpecialEditionmodels 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.

Do not use discs with adhesive labels. The label can curl up and cause the disc to jam in the unit.

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

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

A new disc may be rough on the inner and outer edges. The small plastic pieces causing this roughness can flake off and fall on the recording surface of the disc, 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.

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

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ExceptforSpecialEditionmodels 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 the vehicle to your dealer.

CD Player Error Messages

Indication

Cause

Solution

FOCUS Error

Mechanical Error

High temperature

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 your dealer. Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal.

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CD Changer Error Messages

ExceptforSpecialEditionmodels 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 the vehicle to your dealer.

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. If the message does not disappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out, see your dealer. Insert CD.

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

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DX model

CD/TAPE BUTTON

PLAY/PROG BUTTON

REPEAT BUTTON

AM/FM BUTTON

REW BUTTON

FF BUTTON

Playing a Tape (Optional)

PWR/VOL KNOB

SKIP BAR

DOLBY INDICATOR NOISE REDUCTION BUTTON

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CD/TAPE BUTTON

REW BUTTON

REPEAT INDICATOR

AM/FM BUTTON

FF BUTTON

DOLBY INDICATOR

PWR/VOL KNOB

NOISE REDUCTION BUTTON

SKIP BAR

PLAY/PROG BUTTON

REPEAT BUTTON

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Playing a Tape (Optional)

To Play a Tape Tapeplayerisoptionalexceptfor SpecialEditionmodels 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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The tape direction indicator will come on to show you which side of the tape is playing. The indicates the side you inserted upward is 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 comes on. 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 Corporation. ‘‘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 on the tape player. If you want to turn the player off, press the Power/Volume 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.

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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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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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.

Caring for the Tape and Player The tape player picks up dirt and oxides from the tape. This contamination builds up over time and causes 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 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

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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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Radio Theft Protection

SpecialEdition,LXandEXmodelsin theU.S.,andLXandSimodelsin Canada 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’s code and serial numbers. 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 lose the card, you must obtain the code number from a dealer. To do this, you will need the system’s serial number.

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If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the radio fuse is removed, the audio system will disable itself. If this happens, you will see ‘‘ ’’ (except for Special Edition models)/ ‘‘CO-DE’’ (Special Edition models) 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 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 1
hour before trying again.

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DX model

CLOCK BUTTON

Special Edition models

CLOCK DISPLAY

H BUTTON

M BUTTON

R BUTTON

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CLOCK BUTTON

H BUTTON

M BUTTON

R BUTTON

CLOCK BUTTON

Setting the Clock

H BUTTON M BUTTON R BUTTON

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You can quickly set the time to the nearest hour. If the displayed time is before the half hour, pressing the CLOCK (SCAN/RPT, AUX) button until you hear a beep, then pressing the R (preset 6) button sets 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.

OnSpecialEditionmodels CancellingClockDisplay To turn off the clock display, press the CLOCK (AUX) button until you hear a beep, then press the Preset 3
(Clock Off) button. The displayed time will be turned off.

To show the time again, press the CLOCK (AUX) button again until you hear a beep.

Setting the Clock

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

To set the time, press the CLOCK (SCAN/RPT, AUX) button until you hear a beep, then release the button. The displayed time begins to blink.

Change the hours by pressing the H (preset 4) button until the numbers advance to the desired time. Change the minutes by pressing the M (preset 5) button until the numbers advance to the desired time.

Press the CLOCK (SCAN/RPT, AUX) button again to enter the set time. On Special Edition models, press the CLOCK button until you hear a beep.

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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

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Push in the Cruise Control Master Button. The indicator in the button comes on.

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

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

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Cruise Control

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 indicator 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 the speed in very small amounts, tap the RESUME/ accel button. Each time you do this, your vehicle speeds 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 indicator on the instrument panel goes 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 causes 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.

Push the Cruise Control Master Button.

Cruise Control

Resuming the Set Speed When you push the CANCEL button, or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the system remember 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 indicator comes on. The vehicle will accelerate to the same cruising speed as before.

Pressing the Cruise Control Master button turns the system off and erases the previous cruising speed.

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Before Driving

Before you begin driving your vehicle, 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 Fuel Recommendation Service Station Procedures

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Refueling Opening and Closing the

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Oil Check Engine Coolant Check

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Fuel Economy . 126
Accessories and Modifications . 127
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Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation

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 recommendations with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are replaced.

Fuel Recommendation Your vehicle is designed to operate on unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number of 6 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.

Onvehicleswithmanualtransmission You may hear a knocking noise from the engine if you drive the vehicle at low engine speed (below about 1,000
rpm) in a higher gear. To stop this, raise the engine speed by shifting to a lower gear.

We recommend using 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 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. If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try another service station or switch to another brand of gasoline. For further important fuel-related information, please refer to your Quick Start Guide

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Refueling

Push

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Park with the driver’s side closest to the gas pump.

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Open the fuel fill door by pushing on the lever 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.

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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 195

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Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches.

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Service Station Procedures

Opening and Closing the Hood

HOOD RELEASE HANDLE

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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 near the center. 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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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.

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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

To Close the Hood: 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).

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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

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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 157
information on adding the proper coolant.

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Owner’s Maintenance on page

Refer to Checks for information about checking other items on your vehicle.

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Fuel Economy

Try to maintain a constant speed. Everytimeyouslowdownand speed up, your vehicle uses extra fuel.Usethecruisecontrolwhen appropriate.

Combine several short trips into one.

The air conditioning puts an extra load on the engine which makes it usemorefuel.Usethefresh-air ventilation when possible.

Improving Fuel Economy

Always maintain your vehicle according to the maintenance Owner’s schedule. See Maintenance Checks 148

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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 anyaccessories,besuretoreadthe 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.

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 128
additional information.)

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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.

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 your airbags and anti-lock brakes.

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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Before installing any electronic accessory, have the installer contact your dealer for assistance. If possible, have your dealer inspect the final installation.

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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.

Modifying your steering wheel or any other part of your vehicle’s safety features can make the systems ineffective.

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

Modifying Your Vehicle Removing parts from your vehicle, or replacing components with 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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750 (5

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5.

Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity in Step 4.

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Carrying Cargo

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

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.

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Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit:

1.

2.

3.

4.

Locate the statement, ‘‘the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 850
lbs’’ on your vehicle’s placard. [The placard is on the driver’s doorjamb.]

Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.

Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from 850 pounds or 395 kilograms.

The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the maximum load is 850 lbs and there will be five 150
lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 100 lbs.

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Carrying Cargo

Carrying Cargo in the Trunk or on a Roof Rack

Distribute cargo evenly on the floor of the trunk, placing the heaviest items on the bottom and as far forward as possible.

If you fold down the back seat, tie down items that could be thrown about the vehicle during a crash or sudden stop.

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 driver’s ability to operate the pedals or the seat.

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

If you carry large items that prevent you from closing the trunk lid, exhaust gas can enter the passenger area. To avoid the possibility of poisoning , follow the instructions on page 47

carbon monoxide

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Driving

This section gives you tips on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to operate the manual and automatic transmissions. It also includes important information on parking your vehicle, and the braking system.

Preparing to Drive Starting the Engine Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission Parking Braking System Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Towing a Trailer

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5.

6.

Check that any items you may be carrying are stored properly or fastened down securely.

9.

Fasten your seat belt. Check that your passengers have fastened their seat belts (see page 15 ).

Check the seat adjustment (see page

76

).

Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors (see page

81

).

When you start the engine, check the gauges and indicator lights in the instrument panel (see page 53

).

7.

Check the steering wheel adjustment (see page ). 68

8.

Make sure the doors are securely closed and locked.

Preparing to Drive

You should do the following checks and adjustments every day before you drive your vehicle.

1.

Make sure all windows, mirrors, and outside lights are clean and unobstructed. Remove frost, snow, or ice.

2.

Check that the hood and trunk are fully closed.

3.

Visually check the tires. If a tire looks low, use a gauge to check its pressure.

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Apply the parking brake.

2.

3.

4.

In cold weather, turn off all electrical accessories to reduce the drain on the battery.

Manual Transmission: Push the clutch pedal down all the way.

Automatic Transmission: Make sure the shift lever is in Park. Press on the brake pedal.

Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to the START (III) position. Do not hold the key in START for more than 15 seconds at a time. If the engine does not start right away, pause for at least 10 seconds before trying again.

The immobilizer system protects your vehicle f rom thef t. If an improperly- coded key (or other device) is used, the engine’s f uel system is disabled. See Immobilizer System

on page

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5.

6.

If the engine does not start within 15 seconds, or starts but stalls right away, repeat step 4 with the accelerator pedal pressed halfway down. If the engine starts, release pressure on the accelerator pedal so the engine does not race.

If the engine fails to start, press the accelerator pedal all the way downandholdittherewhile starting to clear flooding. If the engine still does not start, return to step 5.

Starting theEngine

The engine is harder to start in cold weather. Also, the thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400
meters) adds to this problem.

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Manual Transmission

Come to a full stop before you shift into Reverse. You can damage the transmission by trying to shift into Reverse with the vehicle moving. Push down the clutch pedal, and pause for a few seconds before shifting into Reverse, or shift into one of the forward gears for a moment. This stops the gears so they won’t ‘‘grind.’’

When slowing down, you can get extra braking from the engine by shifting to a lower gear. This extra braking can help you maintain a safe speed and prevent your brakes from overheating while going down a steep hill. Before downshifting, make sure the vehicle speed is low enough that you will not activate the engine speed limiter in the lower gear. On EX and LX models in the U.S., and all models in Canada, make sure the engine speed will not go into the tachometer’s red zone in the lower gear before downshifting.

The manual transmission is syn- chronized in all forward gears for smooth operation. It has a lockout so you cannot shift directly from Fifth to Reverse. When shifting up or down, make sure you push the clutch pedal down all the way, shift to the next gear, and let the pedal up gradually. When you are not shifting, do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal. This can cause your clutch to wear out faster.

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Rapid slowing or speeding up can cause loss of control on slippery surfaces. If you crash, you can be injured.

Use extra care when driving on slippery surfaces.

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Recommended Shift Points Drive in the highest gear that lets the engine run and accelerate smoothly. This will give you the best fuel economy and effective emis- sions control. The following shift points are recommended:

Shift up

Normal acceleration

1st to 2nd 2nd to 3rd 3rd to 4th 4th to 5th

15 mph (24 km/h) 27 mph (43 km/h) 39 mph (63 km/h) 53 mph (85 km/h)

Engine Speed Limiter OnEXandLXmodelsintheU.S.,and allmodelsinCanada If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in, the engine speed will enter into the tachometer’s red zone. If this occurs, you may feel the engine cut in and out. This is caused by a limiter in the engine’s computer controls. The engine will run normally when you reduce the RPM below the red zone.

Before downshifting, make sure the engine will not go into the tachometer’s red zone.

Manual Transmission

OnDXmodelintheU.S. If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in, you may feel the engine cut in and out. This is caused by a limiter in the engine’s computer controls. The engine will run normally when you reduce the engine speed by upshifting or slowing down.

Before downshifting, make sure the car speed is low enough that you will not activate the engine speed limiter in the lower gear.

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Automatic Transmission

Shift Lever Position Indicators

Shifting

SHIFT LEVER

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

Canadian DX model

RELEASE BUTTON

These indicators on the instrument panel show which position the shift lever is in. The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If it flashes while driving (in any shift position), it indicates a possible problem in the transmission. Avoid rapid acceleration and have the trans- mission checked by your dealer as soon as possible.

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U.S. DX model

To shift from any position, press firmly on the brake pedal and press the release button on the front of the shift lever. You cannot shift out of Park when the ignition switch is in the LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I) position.

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To shift from:

P to R

Do this:

Press the brake pedal and press the release button.

Press the release button.

Move the lever.

R to P N to R D to 2
2 to D D to D D to N D to D N to D R to N

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This position mechani-

Park (P) cally locks the transmission. Use Park whenever you are turning off or starting the engine. To shift out of Park, you must press on the brake pedal and have your foot off the accelerator pedal.

If you have done all of the above and still cannot move the lever out of Park, see on page 140

Shift Lock Release

Automatic Transmission

To avoid transmission damage, come to a complete stop before shifting into Park. The shift lever must be in Park before you can remove the key from the ignition switch.

suitable gear for the vehicle speed and acceleration. You may notice the transmission shifting up at higher speeds when the engine is cold. This helps the engine warm up faster.

−

Press the brake

Reverse (R) pedal and press the release button to the front of the shift lever to shift from Park to Reverse. To shift from Reverse to Neutral, come to a complete stop and then shift.

−

Use Neutral if you

Neutral (N) need to restart a stalled engine, or if it is necessary to stop briefly with the engine idling. Shift to the Park position if you need to leave your vehicle for any reason. Press on the brake pedal when you are moving the shift lever from Neutral to another gear.

−

Use this position for

Drive (D) your normal driving. The transmission automatically selects a

−

This position is similar

Drive (D ) to D, except only the first three gears are selected. Use D to provide engine braking when going down a steep hill. D can also keep the transmission from cycling between third and fourth gears in stop-and-go driving.

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Second (2) This position locks the transmission in second gear. It does not downshift to first gear when you come to a stop. Use Second gear:

For more power when climbing. To increase engine braking when going down steep hills. For starting out on a slippery surface or in deep snow.

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Automatic Transmission

Engine Speed Limiter OnEXandLXmodelsintheU.S.,and allmodelsinCanada If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in, the engine speed will enter into the tachometer’s red zone. If this occurs, you may feel the engine cut in and out. This is caused by a limiter in the engine’s computer controls. The engine will run normally when you reduce the RPM below the red zone.

OnDXmodelintheU.S. If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in, you may feel the engine cut in and out. This is caused by a limiter in the engine’s computer controls. The engine will run normally when you reduce the engine speed by upshifting or slowing down.

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Shift Lock Release Do this if pushing on the brake pedal and pressing the release button does not shift the transmission out of park:

1.

Set the Parking brake.

2.

Remove the key from the ignition switch.

3.

Put a cloth on the edge of the Shift Lock Release slot cover next to the shift lever. Using a small flat- tipped screwdriver or small metal plate, carefully pry on the edge of the cover to remove it.

COVER

4.

Insert the key in the Shift Lock Release slot.

5.

Push down on the key while you press the release button on the shift lever and move the shift lever out of Park to Neutral.

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RELEASE BUTTON

SHIFT LOCK RELEASE SLOT

6.

Remove the key from the Shift Lock Release slot, then install the cover. Make sure the notch on the cover is on the left side. Return the key to the ignition switch, press the brake pedal, and restart the engine.

If you need to use the Shift Lock Release, it means your vehicle is developing a problem. Have it checked by your dealer.

Automatic Transmission, Parking

Parking Always use the parking brake when you park your vehicle. Make sure the parking brake is set firmly or your vehicle may roll if it is on an incline.

If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, set the parking brake before you put the transmission in Park. This keeps the vehicle from moving and putting pressure on the parking mechanism in the transmission.

Parking Tips

Make sure the moonroof and the windows are closed.

Turn off the lights.

Place any packages, valuables, etc., in the trunk or take them with you.

Lock the doors.

Never park over dry leaves, tall grass, or other flammable materials. The hot three way catalytic converter could cause these materials to catch on fire.

If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn the front wheels away from the curb. If you have a manual transmission, put it in first gear.

If the vehicle is facing downhill, turn the front wheels toward the curb. If you have a manual transmission, put it in reverse gear.

Make sure the parking brake is fully released before driving away. Driving with the parking brake partially set can overheat or damage the rear brakes.

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Braking System

Braking System Your vehicle is equipped with front disc brakes. The brakes on the rear wheels are drum. A power assist helps reduce the effort needed on the brake pedal. The ABS (on models equipped) helps you retain steering control when braking very hard. Resting your foot on the pedal keeps the brakes applied lightly, builds up heat, and reduces their effectiveness. It also keeps your brake lights on all the time, confusing drivers behind you.

Constant application of the brakes when going down a long hill builds up heat and reduces their effective- ness. Use the engine to assist the brakes by taking your foot off the accelerator and downshifting to a lower gear.

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Check the brakes after driving through deep water. Apply the brakes moderately to see if they feel normal. If not, apply them gently and frequently until they do. Be extra cautious in your driving.

Braking System Design

Front

etc.). If one circuit should develop a problem, you will still have braking at two wheels.

Brake Wear Indicators If the brake pads need replacing, you will hear a distinctive, metallic screeching sound when you apply the brake pedal. If you do not have the brake pads replaced, they will screech all the time. It is normal for the brakes to occasionally squeal or squeak when you apply them.

The hydraulic system that operates the brakes has two separate circuits. Each circuit works diagonally across the vehicle (the left-front brake is connected with the right-rear brake,

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Anti-lock Brakes OnU.S.EXandCanadianLXandSi models The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) helps prevent the brakes from locking up and helps you retain steering control by pumping the brakes rapidly; much faster than a person.

Youshouldneverpumpthebrakepedal. Let the ABS work for you by always keeping firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. This is sometimes referred to as ‘‘stomp and steer.’’

You will feel a pulsation in the brake pedal when the ABS activates, and you may hear some noise. This is normal: it is the ABS rapidly pumpingthebrakes.Ondry pavement, you will need to press on thebrakepedalveryhardbeforethe ABS activates. However, you may feel the ABS activate immediately if you are trying to stop on snow or ice.

ABS Indicator

ABS INDICATOR

If the ABS indicator comes on, the anti-lock function of the braking system has shut down. The brakes still work like a conventional system, but without anti-lock. You should