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Cruise Control
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 car will return to the set cruising speed.
Resting your foot on the brake or clutch pedal will cause the cruise control to cancel.
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CancellingtheCruiseControl
CANCEL BUTTON
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.
When you push the CANCEL button, or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel will go out and the car will begin to slow down. You can use the accelerator pedal in the normal way.
The system remembers the previously-set cruising speed. To return to that speed, accelerate to above 25 mph (40 km/h), then press the RESUME/accel button. The CRUISE CONTROL light comes on, and the car 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 from memory. To use the system again, refer to Usingthe CruiseControl
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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 car, please read the information in this section first.
Filling the Fuel Tank Opening the Hood
Break-in Period Gasoline Service Station Procedures
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Oil Check Engine Coolant Check
Vehicle Condition Driving Habits
Fuel Economy
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Break-in Period, Gasoline
Break-in Period Help assure your car’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. New brakes need to be broken-in by moderate use for the first 200 miles (300
km).Do not change the oil until the recommended time or mileage interval shown in the maintenance schedule.
You should follow these same re- commendations with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are relined.
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In Canada, some gasolines contain an octane-enhancing additive called MMT. If you use such gasolines, your emission control system performance may deteriorate and the Malfunction Indicator Lamp on your instrument panel may turn on. If this happens, contact your authorized Honda dealer for service.
Gasoline 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 damage.
We recommend gasolines containing detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits.
Using gasoline containing lead will damage your car’s emissions controls. This contributes to air pollution.
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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.
Filling the Fuel Tank
Pull
1.
Because the fuel fill cap is on the driver’s side of the car, park with that side closest to the service station pumps.
2.
Open the fuel fill door by pulling on the handle to the left of the driver’s seat.
Service Station Procedures
FUEL FILL CAP
3.
Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. You may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes.
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Service Station Procedures
ATTACHMENT
4.
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.
Opening the Hood
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE
SLIT
FUEL FILL CAP
Put the attachment on the fuel fill cap into the slit on the fuel fill door.
5.
Your car has an on-board refueling vapor recovery system to help keep fuel vapors from going into the atmosphere. If the fuel nozzle keeps clicking off even though the tank is not full, there may be a problem with this system. Consult your dealer.
Screw the fuel fill cap back on, tighten it until it clicks several times. If you do not properly tighten the cap, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp may come on (see page
236
).
6.
Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches.
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1.
Shift to Park or Neutral 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.
If you can open the hood without lifting the hood latch handle, or the hood latch handle moves stiffly or does not spring back as before, the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated (see page
181
).
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LATCH
2.
Standing in front of the car, put your fingers under the front edge of the hood to the right of center. Slide your hand to the left until you feel the hood latch handle. Lift up on this handle until it releases the hood. Lift the hood.
Service Station Procedures
GRIP
CLIP
SUPPORT ROD
3.
Pull the support rod out of its clip and insert the end into the hole on the left side of the hood.
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.
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Service Station Procedures
After closing the hood, make sure it is securely latched.
OilCheck
DIPSTICK
Check the engine oil level every time you fill the car with fuel. Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off before you check the oil.
1.
Remove the dipstick (orange handle).
2.
Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel.
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UPPER MARK LOWER MARK
3.
Insert it all the way back in its tube.
4.
Remove the dipstick again and check the level. It should be between the upper and lower marks.
If it is near or below the lower mark, see
Adding Oil
on page
167
Service Station Procedures
EngineCoolantCheck
MAX
RESERVE TANK
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 171
information on adding the proper coolant.on page
Owner Maintenance on page
Refer to Checks on checking other items in your Honda.
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Fuel Economy
The condition of your car and your driving habits are the two most important things that affect the fuel mileage you get.
Vehicle Condition Always maintain your car according to the maintenance schedule. This will keep it in top operating condition.
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Owner Maintenance
An important part of that mainte- nance is the Checks ). For example, an underinflated tire causes more ‘‘rolling resistance,’’ which uses fuel. It also wears out faster, so check the tire pressure at least monthly.
In winter, the build-up of snow on your car’s underside adds weight and rolling resistance. Frequent cleaning helps your fuel mileage and reduces the chance of corrosion.
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Driving Habits You can improve fuel economy by driving moderately. Rapid acceler- ation, abrupt cornering, and hard braking use more fuel.
Always drive in the highest gear that allows the engine to run and acceler- ate smoothly.
Depending on traffic conditions, try to maintain a constant speed. Every time you slow down and speed up, your car uses extra fuel.
A cold engine uses more fuel than a warm engine. It is not necessary to ‘‘warm-up’’ a cold engine by letting it idle for a long time. You can drive away in about a minute, no matter how cold it is outside. The engine will warm up faster, and you get better fuel economy. To cut down on the number of ‘‘cold starts,’’ try to combine several short trips into one.
The air conditioning puts an extra load on the engine which makes it use more fuel. Turn off the A/C to cut down on air conditioning use. Use the flow-through ventilation when the outside air temperature is moderate.
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Modifying your car, or installing some non-Honda accessories, can make your car unsafe. Before you make any modifications or add any accessories, be sure to read the following information.
Accessories Your dealer has genuine Honda accessories that allow you to personalize your car. These accessories have been designed and approved for your car, and are covered by warranty.
Non-Honda accessories are usually designed for universal applications. Although aftermarket accessories may fit on your car, they may not meet factory specifications, and could adversely affect your car’s handling and stability. (See ‘‘Modifications’’ on page 136
additional information.)for
Improper accessories or modifications can affect your car’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 car’s computer-controlled systems, such as the SRS and anti-lock brake system.
Accessories and Modifications
However, if electronic accessories are improperly installed, or exceed your car’s electrical system capacity, they can interfere with the operation of your car, or even cause the airbags to deploy.
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
240
).
Have the installer contact your Honda dealer for assistance before installing any electronic accessory.
If possible, have your dealer inspect the final installation.
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Accessories and Modifications
Modifications Do not remove any original equipment or modify your car in any way that would alter its design or operation. This could make your car unsafe and illegal to drive.
In addition, any modifications that decrease ground clearance increase the chance of undercarriage parts striking a curb, speed bump, or other raised object, which could cause your airbags to deploy.
For example, do not make any modifications that would change the ride height of your car, or install wheels and tires with a different overall diameter.
Do not modify your steering wheel or any other part of your Supplemental Restraint System. Modifications could make the system ineffective.
Such modifications can adversely affect handling, and interfere with the operation of the vehicle’s anti- lock brakes and other systems.
Additional Safety Precautions Donotattachorplaceobjectsonthe Any object attached to airbagcovers. or placed on the covers marked ‘‘SRS AIRBAG,’’ in the center of the steering wheel and on top of the dashboard, could interfere with the proper operation of the airbags. Or, if the airbags inflate, the objects could be propelled inside the vehicle and hurt someone.
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Onlywhenequippedwithsideairbags Donotattachhardobjectsonor If a side airbag nearafrontdoor. inflates, a cup holder or other hard object attached on or near the door could be propelled inside the vehicle and hurt someone.
Donotplaceanyobjectsoverthe outsideedgeofafrontseat-back. Covering the outside edge of a front seat-back, with a non-Honda seat cover for example, could prevent the airbag from inflating properly.
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DOOR POCKET
DRIVER’S POCKET
CARGO AREA
CONSOLE COMPARTMENT
GLOVE BOX
Carrying Cargo
Your car has several convenient storage areas so you can stow cargo safely.
The glove box, and the pockets in the doors and seat-back, are designed for small, lightweight items. The cargo area is intended for larger, heavier items. In addition, the back seat can be folded down to allow you to carry more cargo or longer items.
However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your car’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
Load Limit The maximum load limit for your car is 850 lbs (395 kg). This figure includes the total weight of all occupants, cargo, accessories, and the tongue weight if you are towing a trailer.
3.
4.
Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from 850 lbs (395 kg).
The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity.
Following are the steps for determining the correct cargo and luggage load limit.
1.
Locate the statement, ‘‘the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 850 lbs (395 kg)’’ on your car’s placard (on the driver’s doorjamb).
2.
Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your car. (Five is the seating capacity of your car.)
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For example, if there will be four 150
lbs (70 kg) occupants in your car, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 250 lbs (115
kg). × kg) 850 lbs (395 kg) 250 lbs (115 kg)150 lbs (70 kg) = 600 lbs (280
600 lbs (280 kg) =
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5.
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 [250
lbs (115 kg) in this example].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.
6.
If your car will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your car. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your car.
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Carrying Cargo
Carrying Items in the Passenger Compartment
Store or secure all items that could be thrown around and hurt someone 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 with the proper operation of the seats.
Keep the glove box closed while driving. If it is open, a passenger could injure their knees during a crash or sudden stop.
Carrying Cargo in the Cargo Area or on a Roof Rack
Distribute cargo evenly on the floor of the cargo area, 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.
Do not place items on the cargo area cover, or stack objects higher than the top of the back seat. They could block your view and be thrown about the vehicle during a crash or sudden stop.
If you carry large items that prevent you from closing the hatch, exhaust gas can enter the passenger area. To avoid the possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning, follow the instructions on page
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If you can carry any items on a roof rack, be sure the total weight of the rack and the items does not exceed the maximum allowable weight. Please contact your Honda dealer for further information.
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Driving
This section gives you tips on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to operate the 5-speed manual transmission. It also includes important information on parking your car, and the braking system.
Preparing to Drive Starting the Engine
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Parking
at High Altitude
5-speed Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points Engine Speed Limiter
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The Braking System
Parking Tips
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Remainders ABS Indicator
Driving in Bad Weather Towing a Trailer
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Preparing to Drive
You should do the following checks and adjustments every day before you drive your car.
1.
Make sure all windows, mirrors, and outside lights are clean and unobstructed. Remove frost, snow, or ice.
2.
Check that the hood and hatch are fully closed.
3.
4.
Visually check the tires. If a tire looks low, use a gauge to check its pressure.
Check that any items you may be carrying with you inside are stored properly or fastened down securely.
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10.
Turn the ignition switch ON (II). Check the indicator lights in the instrument panel.
11.
Start the engine (see page
143
).
12.
Check the gauges and indicator lights in the instrument panel (see page
57
).
5.
6.
Check the adjustment of the seat (see page
81
).
Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors (see page
88
).
7.
Check the adjustment of the steering wheel (see page 71
).
8.
Make sure the doors are securely closed and locked.
9.
Fasten your seat belt. Check that your passengers have fastened their seat belts (see page ).
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1.
Apply the parking brake.
so the engine does not race.
Use the following procedure:
Starting the Engine
2.
3.
4.
In cold weather, turn off all electrical accessories to reduce the drain on the battery.
Push the clutch pedal down all the way. START (III) does not function unless the clutch pedal is depressed.
Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to the START (III) position. If the engine does not start right away, do not hold the key in START (III) for more than 15 seconds at a time. Pause for at least 10 seconds before trying again.
5.
If the engine does not start within 15 seconds, or starts but stalls right away, repeat step 4 with the accelerator pedal pressed half-way down. If the engine starts, release pressure on the accelerator pedal
6.
If the engine still does not start, press the accelerator pedal all the way down and hold it there while starting in order to clear flooding. As before, keep the ignition key in the START (III) position for no more than 15 seconds. Return to step 5 if the engine does not start. If it starts, lift your foot off the accelerator pedal so the engine does not race.
Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude (Above 8,000 feet/ 2,400 meters) An engine is harder to start in cold weather. The thinner air found at high altitude above 8,000 feet (2,400 meters) adds to the problem.
1.
Turn off all electrical accessories to reduce the drain on the battery.
2.
Push the accelerator pedal half- way to the floor and hold it there while starting the engine. Do not hold the ignition key in START (III) for more than 15 seconds. When the engine starts, release the accelerator pedal gradually as the engine speeds up and smooths out.
3.
If the engine fails to start in step 2, push the accelerator pedal to the floor and hold it there while you try to start the engine for no more than 15 seconds. If the engine does not start, return to step 2.
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5-speed 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. 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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Shift up
Cruise from acceleration
1st to 2nd 2nd to 3rd 3rd to 4th 4th to 5th
8 mph (13 km/h) 25 mph (40 km/h) 38 mph (60 km/h) 51 mph (81 km/h)
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
17 mph (27 km/h) 28 mph (45 km/h) 45 mph (72 km/h) 56 mph (90 km/h)
5-speed Manual Transmission
Engine Speed Limiter 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.
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Parking
Always use the parking brake when you park your car. The indicator on the instrument panel shows that the parking brake is not fully released; it does not indicate that the parking brake is firmly set. Make sure the parking brake is set firmly or your car may roll if it is parked on an incline.
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If the car is facing uphill, turn the front wheels away from the curb and put the transmission in first gear.
Parking Tips
Make sure the moonroof and the windows are closed.
If the car is facing downhill, turn the front wheels toward the curb and put the transmission 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.
Turn off the lights.
Place any packages, valuables, etc., in the cargo area or take them with you.
Lock the doors with the key or the remote transmitter.
Never park over dry leaves, tall grass, or other flammable materials. The three way catalytic converter gets very hot, and could cause these materials to catch on fire.
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The Braking System
Your Honda is equipped with disc brakes at all four wheels. A power assist helps reduce the effort needed on the brake pedal. The ABS helps you retain steering control when braking very hard.
Put your foot on the brake pedal only when you intend to brake. Resting your foot on the pedal keeps the brakes applied lightly, causing them to build up heat. Heat build-up can reduce how well your brakes work. 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 downshifting to a lower gear and taking your foot off the accelerator pedal.
Check your 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. Since a longer distance is needed to stop with wet brakes, be extra cautious and alert in your driving.
Brake Wear Indicators All four brakes have audible brake wear indicators.
When the brake pads need replacing, you will hear a distinctive metallic ‘‘screeching’’ sound when you apply the brakes. If you do not have the brake pads replaced, they will begin screeching all the time.
Your brakes may sometimes squeal or squeak when you apply them lightly. Do not confuse this with the brake wear indicators. They make a very audible ‘‘screeching.’’
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Anti-lock Brakes Your car has an Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) as standard equipment. ABS helps to prevent the wheels from locking up and skidding during hard braking, allowing you to retain steering control.
When the front tires skid, you lose steering control; the car continues straight ahead even though you turn the steering wheel. The ABS helps to prevent lock-up and helps you retain steering control by pumping the brakes rapidly; much faster than a person can do it.
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The Braking System
Brake System Design The hydraulic system that operates the brakes has two separate circuits. Each circuit works diagonally across the car (the left-front brake is connected with the right-rear brake, etc.). If one circuit should develop a problem, you will still have braking at two wheels.
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You should never pump the brake pedal; this defeats the purpose of the ABS. Let the ABS work for you by always keeping firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal as you steer away from the hazard. This is sometimes referred to as ‘‘stompandsteer.’’
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 pumping the brakes.
Activation varies with the amount of traction your tires have. On dry pavement, you will need to press on the brake pedal very hard before you activate the ABS. However, you may feel the ABS activate immediately if you are trying to stop on snow or ice.
The Braking System
ImportantSafetyReminders ABS does not reduce the time or distance it takes to stop the car; only helps with steering control during braking. You should always maintain a safe following distance from other vehicles.
it
A vehicle with ABS may require a longer distance to stop on loose or uneven surfaces, such as gravel or snow, than a vehicle without anti- lock. Slow down and allow a greater distance between vehicles under those conditions.
ABS will not prevent a skid that results from changing direction abruptly, such as trying to take a corner too fast or making a sudden lane change. Always drive at a safe, prudent speed for the road and weather conditions.
ABS cannot prevent a loss of stability. Always steer moderately when you are braking hard. Severe or sharp steering wheel movement can still cause your car to veer into oncoming traffic or off the road.
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The Braking System
ABSIndicator
ABS INDICATOR
＊
＊
U.S. indicator shown
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The ABS is self-checking. If anything goes wrong, the ABS indicator on the instrument panel comes on (see page ). This means the anti-lock function of the braking system has shut down. The brakes still work like a conventional system without anti- lock, providing normal stopping ability. You should have the dealer inspect your car as soon as possible.
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Driving in Bad Weather
Rain, fog, and snow conditions re- quire a different driving technique because of reduced traction and visibility. Keep your car well- maintained and exercise greater caution when you need to drive in bad weather.
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Always drive
Driving Technique slower than you would in dry weather. It takes your car longer to react, even in conditions that may seem just barely damp. Apply smooth, even pressure to all the controls. Abrupt steering wheel movements or sudden, hard appli- cation of the brakes can cause loss of control in wet weather. Be extra cautious for the first few miles (kilometers) of driving while you adjust to the change in driving conditions. This is especially true in snow. A person can forget some snow-driving techniques during the summer months. Practice is needed to relearn those skills.
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Being able to see
Visibility clearly in all directions and being visible to other drivers are important in all weather conditions. This is more difficult in bad weather. To be seen more clearly during daylight hours, turn on your headlights.
Inspect your windshield wipers and washers frequently. Keep the wind- shield washer reservoir full of the proper fluid. Have the windshield wiper blades replaced if they start to streak the windshield or leave parts unwiped. Use the defrosters and air conditioning to keep the windows from fogging up on the inside (see page
101
).
Exercise extra caution when driving in rain after a long dry spell. After months of dry weather, the first rains bring oil to the surface of the roadway, making it slippery.
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Towing a Trailer Your car is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your warranties.
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Driving in Bad Weather, Towing a Trailer
Traction − Check your tires frequently for wear and proper pressure. Both are important in preventing ‘‘hydroplaning’’ (loss of traction on a wet surface). In the winter, mount snow tires on all four wheels for the best handling.
Watch road conditions carefully, they can change from moment to moment. Wet leaves can be as slip- pery as ice. ‘‘Clear’’ roads can have patches of ice. Driving conditions can be very hazardous when the outside temperature is near freezing. The road surface can become covered with areas of water puddles mixed with areas of ice, so your traction can change without warning.
Be careful when downshifting. If traction is low, you can lock up the drive wheels for a moment and cause a skid.
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Be very cautious when passing, or being passed by other vehicles. The spray from large vehicles reduces your visibility, and the wind buffeting can cause you to lose control.
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This section explains why it is important to keep your car well maintained and how to follow basic maintenance safety precautions.
This section also includes Maintenance Schedules for normal driving and severe driving conditions, a Maintenance Record, and instruc- tions for simple maintenance tasks you may want to take care of yourself.
If you have the skills and tools to per- form more complex maintenance tasks on your Honda, you may want to purchase the Service Manual. See page for information on how to obtain a copy, or see your Honda dealer.
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Cooling System
Maintenance Safety
Adding Oil Recommended Oil Synthetic Oil Additives Changing the Oil and Filter
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Maintenance Schedule ................. . 156
Required Maintenance Record . 163
... ....... Owner Maintenance Checks . 165
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Fluid Locations .............................. . 167
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............................ ........................................... . 184Windshield Washers Transmission Fluid Brake and Clutch Fluid
Air Cleaner Element Hood Latch Spark Plugs
Adding Engine Coolant Replacing Engine Coolant
Brake System Clutch System
Replacement Specifications
Battery
Maintenance
Wiper Blades Air Conditioning System Dust and Pollen Filter Drive Belts Tires
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Inflation
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Pressures for Normal
Driving
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Tire Pressure Adjustment
Inspection Maintenance Tire Rotation Replacing Tires and Wheels Wheels and Tires Winter Driving
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Snow Tires Tire Chains
Storing Your Car
Lights
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Maintenance Safety
Regularly maintaining your car is the best way to protect your investment. Proper maintenance is essential to your safety and the safety of your passengers. It will also reward you with more economical, trouble-free driving, and help reduce air pollution.
This section includes instructions for simple maintenance tasks, such as checking and adding oil. Any service items not detailed in this section should be performed by a Honda technician or other qualified mechanic.
Some of the most important safety precautions are given here. However, we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance. Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task.
Improperly maintaining this car or failing to correct a problem before driving can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in this owner’s manual.
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Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can cause you to be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the procedures and precautions in this owner’s manual.
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Important Safety Precautions Before you begin any maintenance, make sure your car is parked on level ground and that the parking brake is set. Also, be sure the engine is off. This will help to eliminate several potential hazards:
Carbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust. Be sure there is adequate ventilation whenever you operate the engine.
Burns from hot parts. Let the engine and exhaust system cool before touching any parts.
Injury from moving parts. not run the engine unless in- structed to do so.
Do
Read the instructions before you begin, and make sure you have the tools and skills required.
To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion, be careful when working around gasoline or batteries. Use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not gasoline, to clean parts. Keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames away from the battery and all fuel-related parts.
You should wear eye protection and protective clothing when working near the battery or when using compressed air.
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When adding or replacing fluids within the engine compartment, such as oil and coolant, be careful of spillage. This may lead to damage parts in the engine compartment.
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Maintenance Schedule
The Maintenance Schedule specifies how often you should have your car serviced and what things need attention. It is essential that you have your car serviced as scheduled to retain its high level of safety, dependability, and emissions control performance.
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The services and time or distance intervals shown in the maintenance schedule assume you will use your car as normal transportation for passengers and their possessions. You should also follow these recommendations:
Avoid exceeding your car’s load limit. This puts excess stress on the engine, brakes, and many other parts of your car. The load limit is shown on the label on the driver’s doorjamb.
Operate your car on reasonable roads within the legal speed limit.
Drive your car regularly over a distance of several miles (kilometers).
Always use unleaded gasoline with the proper octane rating (see page 128
).
Which Schedule to Follow: Service your car according to the time and mileage periods on one of the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages. Select the schedule for ‘‘Severe Conditions’’ if most of your driving is done under one or more of the conditions listed on that page. Otherwise, follow the schedule for ‘‘Normal Conditions.’’
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Follow the
U.S. Owners Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions if you drive your car MAINLY under one or more of the following conditions.
Driving less than 5 miles (8 km) per trip or, in freezing temperatures, driving less than 10
miles (16 km) per trip.Driving in extremely hot [over 90°F (32°C)] conditions.
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Extensive idling or long periods of stop-and-go driving, such as a taxi or a commercial delivery vehicle.
Driving with a roof rack, or driving in mountainous conditions.
Driving on muddy, dusty, or de- iced roads.
NOTE: If you only OCCASIONALLY or NEVER, drive under a ‘‘severe’’ condition, you should follow the Maintenance Schedule for Normal Conditions.
Canadian Owners Follow the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions.
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Your authorized Honda dealer knows your car best and can provide competent, efficient service. However, service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in effect. Maintenance may be done by any qualified service facility or person who is skilled in this type of automotive service. Keep all the receipts as proof of completion, and have the person who does the work fill out the Maintenance Record. Check your warranty booklet for more information.
We recommend the use of genuine Honda parts and fluids whenever you have maintenance done. These are manufactured to the same high- quality standards as the original components, so you can be confident of their performance and durability.
Maintenance Schedule
U.S. Vehicles: Maintenance, replacement or repair of emissions control devices and systems may be done by any automotive repair establishment or individual using parts that are ‘‘certified’’ to EPA standards.
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According to state and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on the items marked with will not void your emissions warranties. However, Honda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or mileage period to ensure long-term reliability.
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Service at the indicated distance or time whichever comes first.
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Check engine oil and coolant Replace engine oil Rotate tires (Check tire inflation and condition at least once per month) Replace engine oil filter Inspect front and rear brakes Check parking brake adjustment Visually inspect the following items:
miles x 1,000
km x 1,000
months10
1620
3212
30
4840
6424
50
8060
9670
11280
12890
144100
160110
176120
19236
48
60
72
Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop
Tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots Suspension components Driveshaft boots Brake hoses and lines (including ABS) All fluid levels and condition of fluids Exhaust system ＃ Fuel lines and connections ＃ Inspect and adjust drive belts Replace dust and pollen filter Replace transmission fluid
Replace air cleaner element Replace spark plugs Inspect valve clearance Inspect idle speed Replace engine coolant
Replace brake fluid
Servicethefollowingitemsattherecommendedintervals.
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) Every 110,000 miles (176,000 km)
Inspect every 110,000 miles (176,000 km), otherwise adjust only if noisy
Every 160,000 miles (256,000 km) or 8 years At 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years,
then every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 5 years
Every 3 years (independent of mileage)
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See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page
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Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in U.S. Owners Canadian Owners
Use the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions.
to determine which schedule to use.
Refer to page
156
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A, B, C, D
as required for each distance/time.
Replace brake fluid (independent of mileage).
10,000 mi/16,000 km/1 yr 20,000 mi/32,000 km/1 yr 30,000 mi/48,000 km 30,000 mi/48,000 km/2 yrs 40,000 mi/64,000 km/2 yrs 3 yrs 50,000 mi/80,000 km/3 yrs 60,000 mi/96,000 km 60,000 mi/96,000 km/3 yrs 70,000 mi/112,000 km/4 yrs 80,000 mi/128,000 km/4 yrs 90,000 mi/144,000 km 90,000 mi/144,000 km/5 yrs 100,000 mi/160,000 km/5 yrs 110,000 mi/176,000 km
6 yrs 110,000 mi/176,000 km/6 yrs 120,000 mi/192,000 km 120,000 mi/192,000 km/6 yrs
120,000 mi/192,000 km/10 yrs
160,000 mi/256,000 km/8 yrs
Do items in A. Do items in A, B. Do item in D. Do items in A, C. Do items in A, B. □ Do items in A. Do item in D. Do items in A, B, C. Do items in A. Do items in A, B. Do item in D. Do items in A, C. Do items in A, B. □ □ □ Do items in A. Do item in D. □ Do items in A, B, C. □ 60,000 mi/96,000 km/5 yrs. □
Inspect idle speed.
Replace transmission fluid.
Inspect valve clearance, cold engine. Replace spark plugs. Replace brake fluid (independent of mileage).
Replace engine coolant, then replace every
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□ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □
Replace engine oil. Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 196 ). Replace engine oil filter. Inspect front and rear brakes. Check parking brake adjustment. Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots. Inspect suspension components. Inspect driveshaft boots. Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS). Check all fluid levels, condition of fluids, and check for leaks. Inspect exhaust system. □ ＃ Inspect fuel lines and connections. □ ＃ Inspect and adjust drive belts. □ Replace dust and pollen filter. □ Replace air cleaner element every 30,000 mi/48,000
□ km (independent of time).See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page
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NOTE:
Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop. Check and adjust valve clearance, cold engine, only if noisy.
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