hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6
km).
Add or release air, if needed, to match the recommended cold tire pressures on page
157
If you check the pressure when the
tires are hot (driven for several
miles), you will see readings 4 to 6
psi (30 to 40 kPa, 0.3 to 0.4 kgf/cm )
higher than the cold reading. This is
normal; do not release air to match
the cold pressure.
Tubeless tires have some ability to self-seal if they are punctured. You should look closely for punctures if a tire starts losing pressure.
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You should get your own tire pressure gauge and use it whenever you check your tire pressures. This will make it easier for you to tell if a pressure loss is due to a tire problem and not due to a variation between gauges.
Tire Inspection Every time you check inflation, you should also examine the tires for damage, foreign objects, and wear.
You should look for:
Bumps or bulges in the tread or side of the tire. Replace the tire if you find either or these conditions.
Cuts, splits, or cracks in the side of the tire. Replace the tire if you can see fabric or cord.
Excessive tread wear.
INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS
TREAD WEAR INDICATOR
Your vehicle’s tires have wear indica- tors molded into the tread. When the tread wears down to that point, you will see a 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) wide band running across the tread. This shows there is less than 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of tread left on the tire. A tire that is this worn gives very little traction on wet roads. You should replace the tire if you can see the tread wear indicator in three or more places around the tire.
Tires
Tire Maintenance In addition to proper inflation, correct wheel alignment helps to decrease tire wear. If you find a tire is worn unevenly, have your dealer check the wheel alignment.
Have your dealer check the tires if you feel a consistent vibration while driving. A tire should always be rebalanced if it is removed from the wheel. When you have new tires installed, make sure they are balanced. This increases riding comfort and tire life. For best results, have the installer perform a dynamic balance.
Improper wheel weights can
NOTICE: damage your vehicle’s aluminum wheels. Use only Honda wheels weights f or balancing.
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Tires
Tire Rotation
Front
Front
(Front Non-directional Tires and Wheels)
(Front Directional Tires and Wheels)
To help increase tire life and
distribute wear more evenly, rotate
the tires every 10,000 miles (16,000
km). Move the tires to the positions
shown in the chart each time they
are rotated. If you purchase
directional tires, rotate only front-to-
back.
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Replacing Tires Replace your tires with radial tires of the same size, load range, speed rating and maximum cold tire pressure rating (as shown on the tire’s side wall).
Mixing radial and bias-ply tires on your vehicle can reduce braking ability, traction, and steering accuracy. Using tires of a different size or construction can cause the ABS to work inconsistently.
It is best to replace all four tires at the same time. If that is not possible or necessary, replace the two front tires or two rear tires as a pair. Replacing just one tire can seriously affect your vehicle’s handling.
If you ever replace a wheel, make sure that the wheel’s specifications match those of the original wheels.
Installing improper tires on your vehicle can affect handling and stability. This can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Always use the size and type of tires recommended in this owner’s manual.
Wheel and Tire Specifications Wheels:
16 x 6 1/2 J
Tires:
P205/55R16 89V
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196
for DOT tire quality
See page
grading information, and page
for tire size explanation.
197
Winter Driving Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘All Season’’ on the sidewall have an all- weather tread design suitable for most winter driving conditions.
+
For the best performance in snowy or icy conditions, you should install snow tires or tire chains. They may be required by local laws under certain conditions.
Snow Tires If you mount snow tires on your Honda, make sure they are radial tires of the same size and load range as original tires. Mount snow tires on all four wheels. The traction provided by snow tires on dry roads may be lower than your original tires. Check with the tire dealer for maximum speed recommendations.
Tires
NOTICE: Traction devices that are the wrong size or improperly installed can damage your vehicle’s brake lines, suspension, body, and wheels. Stop driving if they are hitting any part of the vehicle.
Tire Chains Because your Honda has limited tire clearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’ cable-type traction devices, with rubber chain tensioners on the front tires. Use traction devices only when required by driving condition or local laws. Make sure they are the correct size for your tires. Metal link-type ‘‘chains’’ should not be used.
When installing cables, follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and mount them as tight as you can. Make sure they are not contacting the brake lines or suspension. Drive slowly with them installed. If you hear them coming into contact with the body or chassis, stop and investigate. Remove them as soon as you begin driving on cleared roads.
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Checking the Battery
TEST INDICATOR WINDOW
Check the condition of the battery monthly by looking at the test indicator window. The label on the battery explains the test indicator’s colors.
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Maintenance
Check the terminals for corrosion (a white or yellowish powder). To remove it, cover the terminals with a solution of baking soda and water. It will bubble up and turn brown. When this stops, wash it off with plain water. Dry off the battery with a cloth or paper towel. Coat the terminals with grease to help prevent further corrosion.
If additional battery maintenance is needed, see your Honda dealer or a qualified technician.
Battery posts,
WARNING: terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your hands after handling.
If you need to connect the battery to a charger, disconnect both cables to prevent damaging your vehicle’s electrical system. Always disconnect the negative ( − reconnect it last.
) cable first, and
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas during normal operation.
A spark or flame can cause the battery to explode with enough force to kill or seriously hurt you.
Wear protective clothing and a face shield, or have a skilled mechanic do the battery maintenance.
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Vehicle Storage
If you need to park your vehicle for an extended period (more than one month), there are several things you should do to prepare it for storage. Proper preparation helps prevent deterioration and makes it easier to get your vehicle back on the road. If possible, store your vehicle indoors.
Fill the fuel tank.
Block the rear wheels.
If the vehicle is to be stored for a longer period, it should be supported on jackstands so the tires are off the ground.
Leave one window open slightly (if the vehicle is being stored indoors).
Change the engine oil and filter.
Disconnect the battery.
Cover the vehicle with a ‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made from a porous material such as cotton. Non-porous materials, such as plastic sheeting, trap moisture, which can damage the paint.
If possible, run the engine periodically until it reaches full operating temperature (the cooling fan cycles on and off twice) preferably once a month.
Wash and dry the exterior completely.
Cleantheinterior.Makesurethe carpeting, floor mats, etc., are completely dry.
Leave the parking brake off. Put the transmission in Reverse.
Support the front and rear wiper blade arms with a folded towel or ragsotheydonottouchthe windshield.
To minimize sticking, apply a silicone spray lubricant to all door and hatch seals. Also, apply a vehiclebodywaxtothepainted surfaces that mate with the door and hatch seals.
If you store your vehicle for 12
months or longer, have your Honda
dealer perform the inspections called
for in the 24 months/30,000 miles
(48,000 km) maintenance schedule
(Normal Conditions) as soon as you
take it out of storage (see page
).
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The replacements called for in the
maintenance schedule are not
needed unless the vehicle has
actually reached that time or mileage.
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This section covers the more common problems that motorists experience with their vehicles. It gives you information about how to safely evaluate the problem and what to do to correct it. If the problem has stranded you on the side of the road, you may be able to get going again. If not, you will also find instructions on getting your vehicle towed.
Compact Spare Tire Changing a Flat Tire If the Engine Won’t Start Jump Starting If the Engine Overheats Low Oil Pressure Indicator Charging System Indicator Malfunction Indicator Lamp Brake System Indicator Closing the Moonroof Fuses Fuse Locations Emergency Towing
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Compact Spare Tire
Use the compact spare tire as a temporary replacement only. Get your regular tire repaired or replaced and put it back on your vehicle as soon as you can.
Check the inflation pressure of the compact spare tire every time you check the other tires. It should be inflated to: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )
Follow these precautions:
INDICATOR LOCATION MARK
Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
This tire gives a harsher ride and less traction on some road sur- faces. Use greater caution while driving.
Do not mount snow chains on it.
TREAD WEAR INDICATOR BAR Replace the tire when you can see the tread wear indicator bars. The replacement should be the same size and design tire, mounted on the same wheel. The spare tire is not designed to be mounted on a regular wheel, and the spare wheel is not designed for mounting a regular tire.
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If you have a flat tire while driving, stop in a safe place to change it. Drive slowly along the shoulder until you get to an exit or an area to stop that is far away from the traffic lanes.
The vehicle can easily roll off the jack, seriously injuring anyone underneath.
NOTICE: Use the jack that came with your vehicle. If you try to raise another vehicle with this jack or use another jack to raise your vehicle, the vehicle or jack can be damaged.
Follow the directions for changing a tire exactly, and never get under the vehicle when it is supported only by the jack.
Changing a Flat Tire
SPARE TIRE
CARGO AREA FLOOR
1.
2.
Park the vehicle on firm, level, and non-slippery ground. Put the transmission in Reverse. Apply the parking brake.
Turn on the hazard warning lights, and turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0). Have all the passengers get out of the vehicle while you change the tire.
TOOL BAG
3.
Open the hatch. Raise the cargo area floor by lifting up on the back edge.
4.
Take the tool bag out of the cargo area.
5.
Unscrew the wing bolt and take the spare tire out of its well.
6.
Loosen the four wheel nuts 1/2
turn with the wheel wrench.
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JACKING POINT 7.
Place the jack under the jacking point. Turn the end bracket clockwise until the top of the jack contacts the jacking point. Make sure the jacking point tab is resting in the jack notch.
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EXTENSION
BRAKE HUB
WHEEL WRENCH 8.
Use the extension and wheel wrench as shown to raise the vehicle until the flat tire is off the ground.
9.
Remove the wheel nuts, then remove the flat tire. Temporarily place the flat tire on the ground with the outside surface of the wheel facing up. You could scratch the wheel if you put it face down.
10.
11.
Before mounting the spare tire, wipe any dirt off the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a clean cloth. Wipe the hub carefully; it may be hot from driving. Put on the spare tire. Put the wheel nuts back on finger-tight, then tighten them in a crisscross pattern with the wheel wrench until the wheel is firmly against the hub. Do not try to tighten them fully.
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12.
Lower the vehicle to the ground and remove the jack.
14.
CENTER CAP Remove the center cap before storing the flat tire in the spare tire well.
13.
Tighten the wheel nuts securely in the same crisscross pattern. Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility.
Tighten the wheel nuts to: 80 lbf·ft (108 N·m , 11 kgf·m)
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19.
Store the center cap in the spare tire well. Make sure it does not get scratched or damaged.
20.
Lower the cargo area floor, then close the hatch.
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WING BOLT
18.
Store the jack and tool kit back in the spare tire.
Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and could seriously injure the occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely before driving.
SPACER CONE
15.
Place the flat tire face down in the spare tire well.
16.
Remove the spacer cone from the wing bolt, turn it over, and put it back on the bolt.
17.
Secure the flat tire by screwing the wing bolt back into its hole.
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Diagnosing why the engine won’t start falls into two areas, depending on what you hear when you turn the key to START (III):
You hear nothing, or almost nothing. The engine’s starter motor does not operate at all, or operates very slowly.
You can hear the starter motor operating normally, or the starter motor sounds like it is spinning faster than normal, but the engine does not start up and run.
Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly When you turn the ignition switch to START (III), you do not hear the normal noise of the engine trying to start. You may hear a clicking sound or series of clicks, or nothing at all.
Check these things:
Check the transmission interlock. The clutch pedal must be pushed all the way to the floor or the starter will not operate.
Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). Turn on the headlights, and check their brightness. If the headlights are very dim or don’t light at all, the battery is discharged. See Jump Starting
on page
173
If the Engine Won’t Start
Turn the ignition switch to START
(III). If the headlights do not dim,
check the condition of the fuses. If
thefusesareOK,thereis
probably something wrong with
the electrical circuit for the
ignition switch or starter motor.
You will need a qualified
technician to determine the
Emergency Towing
problem (see
).
on page
185
If the headlights dim noticeably or
go out when you try to start the
engine, either the battery is dis-
charged or the connections are
corroded. Check the condition of
the battery and terminal connec-
tions (see page
then try jump starting the vehicle
from a booster battery (see page
173
). You can
162
).
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Do you have fuel? Check the fuel gauge; the warning light may not be working.
There may be an electrical problem, such as no power to the fuel pump. Check all the fuses (see page
181
).
Ifyoufindnothingwrong,youwill need a qualified technician to find the problem. See Towing on page
Emergency
185
If the Engine Won’t Start
The Starter Operates Normally In this case, the starter motor’s speed sounds normal, or even faster than normal, when you turn the ignition switch to START (III), but the engine does not run.
Are you using a properly coded key? An improperly coded key will cause the immobilizer system indicator in the dash panel to blink rapidly(seepage
65
).
Are you using the proper starting
Starting the
procedure? Refer to
Engine
123
on page
172
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Although this seems like a simple procedure, you should take several precautions.
A battery can explode if you do not follow the correct procedure, seriously injuring anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking materials away from the battery.
1.
Open the hood, and check the physical condition of the battery. In very cold weather, check the condition of the electrolyte. If it seems slushy or like ice, do not try jump starting until it thaws.
NOTICE: If a battery sits in extreme cold, the electrolyte inside can f reeze. Attempting to jump start with a f rozen battery can cause it to rupture.
2.
3.
Turn off all the electrical accessories: heater, A/C, stereo system, lights, etc. Put the transmission in Neutral and set the parking brake.
+
) terminal on your
Connect one jumper cable to the positive ( battery. Connect the other end to the positive ( ) terminal on the + booster battery.
Jump Starting
4.
−
Connect the second jumper cable to the negative ( ) terminal on the booster battery. Connect the other end to the grounding strap as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to any other part of the engine.
5.
If the booster battery is in another vehicle, have an assistant start that vehicle and run it at a fast idle.
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Jump Starting, If the Engine Overheats
6.
7.
Start the vehicle. If the starter motor still operates slowly, check that the jumper cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
Once the vehicle is running, disconnect the negative cable from the vehicle, then from the booster battery. Disconnect the positive cable from the vehicle, and then from the booster battery.
Keep the ends of the jumper cables away from each other and any metal on the vehicle until everything is disconnected. Otherwise, you may cause an electrical short.
If the Engine Overheats The pointer of the vehicle’s temperature gauge should stay in the midrange. If it climbs to the red mark, you should determine the reason (hot day, driving up a steep hill, etc.).
If the vehicle overheats, you should take immediate action. The only indication may be the temperature gauge climbing to or above the red mark. Or you may see steam or spray coming from under the hood.
Driving with the
NOTICE: temperature gauge pointer at the red mark can cause serious damage to your engine.
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Steam and spray from an overheated engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming out.
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If the Engine Overheats
1.
2.
Safely pull to the side of the road. Put the transmission in Neutral, and set the parking brake. Turn off all the accessories, and turn on the hazard indicator.
If you see steam and/or spray coming from under the hood, turn off the engine. Wait until you see no more signs of steam or spray, then open the hood.
3.
If you do not see steam or spray, leave the engine running, and watch the temperature gauge. If the high heat is due to overloading, the engine should start to cool down almost immediately. If it does, wait until the temperature gauge comes down to the midpoint, then continue driving.
4.
If the temperature gauge stays at the red mark, turn off the engine.
5.
Look for any obvious coolant leaks,
such as a split radiator hose.
Everything is still extremely hot,
so use caution. If you find a leak, it
must be repaired before you
Emergency
continue driving (see
Towing
).
185
on page
6.
If you don’t find an obvious leak, check the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. Add coolant if the level is below the MIN mark.
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If the Engine Overheats
7.
If there was no coolant in the reserve tank, you may need to add coolant to the radiator. Let the engine cool down until the pointer reaches the middle of the tempera- ture gauge, or lower, before check- ing the radiator.
Removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the radiator cap.
8.
9.
Using gloves or large heavy cloth, turn the radiator cap counterclockwise, without pushing down, to the first stop. After the pressure releases, push down on the cap, and turn it until it comes off.
Start the engine, and set the temperature control dial to maximum. Add coolant to the radiator up to the base of the filler neck. If you do not have the proper coolant mixture available, you can add plain water. Remember to have the cooling system drained and refilled with the proper mixture as soon as you can.
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10.
Put the radiator cap back on tightly. Run the engine, and watch the temperature gauge. If it goes back to the red mark, the engine needs repair (see Towing on page
Emergency
185
).
11.
If the temperature stays normal, check the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. If it has gone down, add coolant to the MAX mark. Put the cap back on tightly.
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator
Low Oil Pressure Indicator
This indicator should never come on when the engine is running. If it starts flashing
or stays on, the oil pressure has dropped very low or lost pressure. Serious engine damage is possible and you should take immediate action.
NOTICE: Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause serious mechanical damage almost immediately. Turn of f the engine as soon as you can saf ely get the vehicle stopped.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Safely pull off the road, and shut off the engine. Turn on the hazard warning indicators.
Let the vehicle sit for a minute. Open the hood, and check the oil level (see page ). An engine very low on oil can lose pressure during cornering and other driving maneuvers.
113
If necessary, add oil to bring the level back to the full mark on the dipstick (see page
138
).
Start the engine, and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If it does not go
out within 10 seconds, turn off the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
before you can continue driving
(see
185
Emergency Towing ).
on page
Charging System Indicator
If the charging system indicator comes on brightly when the engine is running,
the battery is not being charged.
Immediately turn off all electrical accessories. Try not to use other electrically operated controls such as the power windows. Keep the engine running; starting the engine will discharge the battery rapidly.
Go to a service station or garage where you can get technical assistance.
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Malfunction Indicator Lamp
If the indicator comes on while driving, it means one of the engine’s emissions
control systems may have a problem. Even though you may feel no difference in your vehicle’s performance, it can reduce your fuel economy and cause increased emissions. Continued operation may cause serious damage.
If you have recently refueled your vehicle, the indicator coming on could be a loose or missing fuel fill cap. Tighten the cap until it clicks at least three times. Tightening the cap will not turn the indicator off immediately; it takes at least three days of normal driving.
If the indicator remains on, or the fuel cap was not loose or missing, have your vehicle checked by the dealer as soon as possible.
NOTICE: If you keep driving with the Malf unction Indicator Lamp on, you can damage your vehicle’s emission controls and the engine. Those repairs may not be covered by your vehicle’s warranties.
Readiness Code Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readiness codes’’ that are part of the on-board diagnostics for the emissions systems. In some states, part of the emissions testing is to make sure these codes are set. If they are not set, the test cannot be completed.
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If your vehicle battery has been disconnected or gone dead, these codes are erased. It takes at least three days of driving under various conditions to set the codes again.
To check if they are set, turn the
ignition to ON (II), without starting
the engine. The Malfunction
Indicator Lamp will come on for 20
seconds.Ifitthengoesoff,the
readiness codes are set. If it blinks 5
times, the readiness codes are not
set. If possible, do not take your
vehicle for a state emissions test
until the readiness codes are set.
Refer to State Emissions Testing for
more information (see page
197
).
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Brake System Indicator
U.S.
Canada
The brake system indicator normally comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and as a reminder to check the parking brake. It will stay on if you do not fully release the parking brake.
If the brake system indicator comes on while driving, the brake fluid level is probably low. Press lightly on the brake pedal to see if it feels normal. If it does, check the brake fluid level thenexttimeyoustopataservice station (see page
144
).
If the fluid level is low, take your vehicle to a dealer and have the brake system inspected for leaks or worn brake pads.
However, if the brake pedal does not feel normal, you should take immediate action. A problem in one part of the system’s dual circuit design will still give you braking at two wheels. You will feel the brake pedal go down much farther before the vehicle begins to slow down, and you will have to press harder on the pedal.
Slow down by shifting to a lower
gear, and pull to the side of the road
when it is safe. Because of the long
distance needed to stop, it is
hazardous to drive the vehicle. You
should have it towed and repaired as
soon as possible (see
Towing
185
Emergency ).
on page
If you must drive the vehicle a short distance in this condition, drive slowly and carefully.
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Closing the Moonroof
If the electric motor will not close the moonroof, do the following:
Front
ROUND PLUG
SOCKET
1.
2.
Check the fuse for the moonroof motor (see page ). If the fuse is blown, replace it with one of the same or lower rating.
184
Try closing the moonroof. If the new fuse blows immediately or the moonroof motor still does not operate, you can close the moonroof manually.
3.
Get the moonroof wrench out of the tool kit in the cargo area.
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4.
Use a screwdriver or coin to remove the round plug in the center of the headliner.
MOON ROOF WRENCH
5.
Insert the moonroof wrench into the socket behind this plug. Turn the wrench until the moonroof is fully closed.
6.
Remove the wrench. Reinstall the round plug.
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INTERIOR
UNDER-HOOD
FUSE
Fuses
The vehicle’s fuses are located in two fuse boxes. The interior fuse box is located underneath the steering column. To open it, turn the knobsasshown.
The under-hood fuse box is located in the back of the engine compartment on the left side. To open it, push the tabs as shown.
Checking and Replacing Fuses If something electrical in your vehicle stops working, check for a blown fuse first. Determine from the chart on pages ,or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuses control that device. Check those fuses first, but check all the fuses before deciding that a blown fuse is the cause. Replace any blown fuses, and check if the device works.
and
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184
BLOWN
1.
Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0). Make sure the headlights and all other accessories are off.
2.
Remove the cover from the fuse box.
3.
Check each of the large fuses in the under-hood fuse box by looking through the top at the wire inside. Remove the screws with a phillips-head screwdriver.
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Fuses
BLOWN
4.
Check the smaller fuses in the under-hood fuse box and all the fuses in the interior fuse box by pulling out each fuse with the fuse puller provided in the under-hood fuse box.
5.
Look for a burned wire inside the fuse. If it is burned, replace it with oneofthesparefusesofthesame rating or lower.
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6.
If the replacement fuse of the same rating blows in a short time, there is probably a serious electrical problem in your vehicle. Leave the blown fuse in that circuit, and have your vehicle checked by a qualified mechanic.
If the radio fuse is removed, the
audio system will disable itself. The
next time you turn on the radio you
will see ‘‘COdE’’ in the frequency
display. Use the Preset buttons to
enter the five-digit code (see page
103
).
If you cannot drive the vehicle without fixing the problem, and you do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse of the same rating or a lower rating from one of the other circuits. Make sureyoucandowithoutthatcircuit temporarily (such as the accessory power socket or radio).
If you replace the blown fuse with a spare fuse that has a lower rating, it might blow out again. This does not indicate anything wrong. Replace the fuse with one of the correct rating as soon as you can.
Replacing a f use with one
NOTICE: that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances of damaging the electrical system. If you do not have a replacement f use with the proper rating f or the circuit, install one with a lower rating.
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UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX
Fuse Locations
No. Amps.
Circuits Protected
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
20A 15A 7.5A 20A 10A 15A 15A 20A 10A 40A 30A 40A 40A 40A 20A 20A 20A 60A 80A 40A 50A
*
Condenser Fan Small Light Interior Light Cooling Fan Hazard FI ECU Horn, Stop ABS (F/S) Back Up ABS Motor Rear Defroster Heater Motor Power Window Option Left Headlight Door Lock Right Headlight Main Fuse EPS Main Fuse Battery Main Fuse Ignition
*
On Canadian model
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Fuse Locations
INTERIOR FUSE BOX
No. Amps.
Circuits Protected
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
7.5A (7.5A) 10A 10A −
(20A) 15A 15A 7.5A 30A − 20A
20A − −
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*
ABS Daytime Running Lights SRS Power Mirror Not Used Heated Seat Fuel Pump Accessory Power Socket Turn Signal Lights Front Wiper Not Used Front Passenger’s Power Window Driver’s Power Window Not Used Not Used
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1: On Canadian model 2: Not Used
No. Amps.
Circuits Protected
10
184
15A 20A (10A) 10A − 7.5A (20A) 7.5A 10A 7.5A
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Ignition Coil LAF Heater Daytime Running Lights Alternator Not Used Power Window Relay Moonroof ACC Radio Rear Wiper Meter
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If your vehicle needs to be towed, call a professional towing service or organization. Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is very dangerous.
There are only two ways to tow your vehicle.
If, due to damage, your vehicle must be towed with the front wheels on the ground, do the following:
Release the parking brake. Shift the transmission to Neutral.
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Flat-bedEquipment loads your vehicle on the back of a truck. port your Honda.
This is the best way to trans-
The operator
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The tow
Wheel-liftEquipment truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the tires (front or rear) and lift them off the ground. The other two This is tires remain on the ground. an acceptable way to tow your Honda.
Emergency Towing
Improper towing preparation
NOTICE: will damage the transmission. Follow the above procedure exactly. If you cannot shif t the transmission or start the engine, your vehicle must be transported with the f ront wheels of f the ground.
With the front wheels on the ground, it is best to tow the vehicle no farther than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the speed below 35 mph (55 km/h).
If your vehicle is equipped with a front spoiler, remove it before towing so it is not damaged.
Trying to lif t or tow your
NOTICE: vehicle by the bumpers will cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed to support the vehicle’s weight.
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Technical Information
The diagrams in this section give you the dimensions and capacities of your Honda, and the locations of the identification numbers. It also includes information you should know about your vehicle’s tires and emissions control systems.
Identification Numbers Specifications DOT Tire Quality Grading
................ ................................
. 188
. 190
(U.S. Vehicles)
Treadwear Traction Temperature
...................... ................................. ...................................... ............................. .................................
. 192
. 192
. 192
. 193
. 193
Tire Labeling
Emissions Controls ....................... The Clean Air Act ..................... Crankcase Emissions Control .................................... Evaporative Emissions Control ....................................
System
System
Onboard Refueling Vapor
. 194
. 194
. 194
. 194
Recovery
. 194
Exhaust Emissions Controls . 195
. 195
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PGM-FI System Three Way Catalytic
Converter
Replacement Parts
. 195
...........................
. 195
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Three Way Catalytic Converter . 196
..............
. 197
State Emissions Testing
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Identification Numbers
Your vehicle has several identifying numbers located in various places.
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your Honda dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle. The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard. You can see it by looking through the windshield on the driver’s side. It is also on the Certification label at- tached to the driver’s doorjamb, and is stamped on the engine com- partment bulkhead. The VIN is also provided in bar code on the Certification label.
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
CERTIFICATION LABEL
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The Engine Number is stamped into the engine block.
The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission.
Identification Numbers
ENGINE NUMBER
MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER
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164.2 in (4,170 mm) 67.1 in (1,705 mm) 54.1 in (1,375 mm) 101.2 in (2,570 mm) 57.9 in (1,470 mm) 58.0 in (1,472 mm)
See the certification label attached to the driver’s doorjamb.
Water cooled 4-stroke DOHC
i-VTEC 4-cylinder gasoline engine
3.39 x 3.39 in (86.0 x 86.0 mm)
121.9 cu-in (1,998 cm )
NGK: DENSO:
9.8 : 1
IZFR6K-11
SKJ20DR-M11
Capacities Fuel tank
Engine coolant
Engine oil
Change * Manual
Total
Manual
Change
Including filter Without filter
Total Change Total
Manual transmission fluid Windshield washer reservoir
Approx. 13.2 US gal (50 )
1.32 US gal (5.0 )
1.77 US gal (6.7 )
4.4 US qt (4.2 ) 4.2 US qt (4.0 ) 5.6 US qt (5.3 ) 1.6 US qt (1.5 ) 1.8 US qt (1.7 )
2.6 US qt (2.5 ) * 5.8 US qt (5.5 ) *
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1 :
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2 : 3 :
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine. Reserve tank capacity: On the U.S. model On Canadian model
0.13 US gal (0.5 )
Specifications
Dimensions Length Width Height Wheelbase Track
Front Rear
Weights Gross vehicle weight rating
Engine Type
Bore x Stroke Displacement Compression ratio Spark plugs
190
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Air Conditioning Refrigerant type Charge quantity Lubricant type
Lights Headlights
HI LO
Front turn signal Front parking light Side turn signal light Front side marker Rear turn signal lights Stop/Taillights Rear side marker lights Back-up lights High-mount brake light License plate lights Front ceiling light/Spotlights Center ceiling light Cargo area light
Battery Capacity
Fuses Interior
Under-hood
HFC-134a (R-134a) −
16.9 18.6 oz (500 550 g)
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SP-10
12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V
− − − − − − − − − − − − − − −
(HB3) (HB4)
60 W 51 W 21 W 3CP(5W) 5 W 2CP(3.8W) 21 W 21/5 W 2CP(3.8W) 18 W 5 W 5 W 5 W 8 W 5 W
12 V
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45 AH/20 HR
See page 184 or the fuse label attached to the inside of the fuse box door under the dashboard. See page 183 or the fuse box cover.
Specifications
Alignment Toe-in
Camber
Caster
Tires Size
Pressure
Front Rear Front Rear Front
Front/Rear Spare Front Rear Spare
0.00 in (0.0 mm) 0.08 in (2.0 mm)
0° 45° − 1°33’
P205/55R16 89V T135/70D15 99M
30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm ) 30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm ) 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )
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DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
Treadwear The treadwear grade is a compara- tive rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one- half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual condi- tions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in road characteristics and climate.
The tires on your vehicle meet all U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. All tires are also graded for treadwear, traction, and temperature performance according to Department of Transportation (DOT) standards. The following explains these gradings.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between the tread shoulder and the maximum section width. For example:
Treadwear 200
Traction AA
Temperature A
All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades.
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AA, A, B, C
Traction The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.
Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.
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DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles), Tire Labeling
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A, B, C
Temperature The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance, which all passenger vehicle tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not over- loaded. Excessive speed, underinfla- tion, or excessive loading, either
separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
Tire Labeling The tires that came on your vehicle have a number of markings. Those you should be aware of are described below.
16
89
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Tire construction code (R indicates radial). Rim diameter in inches. Load index (a numerical code associated with the maximum load the tire can carry). Speed symbol (an alphabetical code indicating the maximum speed rating).
TireSize Whenever tires are replaced, they should be replaced with tires of the same size. Following is an example of tire size with an explanation of what each component means.
TireIdentificationNumber Tire Identification Number (TIN) is a group of numbers and letters that look like the following example TIN.
DOT B97R FW6X 2202
P205/55R16 89V
DOT
205
55
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Vehicle type (P indicates passenger vehicle). Tire width in millimeters. Aspect ratio (the tire’s section height as a percentage of its width).
B97R
FW6X
2202
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−
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This indicates that the tire meets all requirements of the U.S. Department of Transportation. Manufacturer’s identification mark. Tire type code. Date of manufacture.
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Emissions Controls
The burning of gasoline in your vehicle’s engine produces several by- products. Some of these are carbon monoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen (NOx) and hydrocarbons (HC). Gasoline evaporating from the tank also produces hydrocarbons. Con- trolling the production of NOx, CO, and HC is important to the environ- ment. Under certain conditions of sunlight and climate, NOx and HC react to form photochemical ‘‘smog.’’ Carbon monoxide does not contri- bute to smog creation, but it is a poisonous gas.
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The Clean Air Act
The United States Clean Air Act
sets standards for automobile
emissions. It also requires that
automobile manufacturers explain to
owners how their emissions controls
workandwhattodotomaintain
them. This section summarizes how
the emissions controls work.
Scheduled maintenance is on page
131
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In Canada, Honda vehicles comply
with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) for Emissions valid at the time they are manufactured.
Crankcase Emissions Control System Your vehicle has a Positive Crankcase Ventilation System. This keeps gasses that build up in the engine’s crankcase from going into the atmosphere. The Positive Crank- case Ventilation valve routes them
from the crankcase back to the intake manifold. They are then drawn into the engine and burned.
Evaporative Emissions Control System As gasoline evaporates in the fuel tank, an evaporative emissions control canister filled with charcoal adsorbs the vapor. It is stored in this canister while the engine is off. After the engine is started and warmed up, the vapor is drawn into the engine