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3. If the fuse has blown, replacing it with a new fuse of the same t he amperage should allow shoulder belt buckle motor to work. However, if the fuse hasn't blown, or if a new fuse did not solve the problem, remove the fuse and operate the motor manually.


BLOWN


CAUTION: Always remove the fuse before manually operating the shoulder belt buckle motor, otherwise the motor may suddenly activate.


(cont'd)


Main Menust Shoulder Belt Buckle (cont'd)


4. Remove the cover located on the center pillar.


COVER


5. Set the wrench extension into the wrench grip (both provided in the tool bag) then insert the wrench into the socket and turn it counterclockwise until the shoulder belt buckle reaches its rear locked position.


WRENCH


WRENCH EXTENSION


WRENCH GRIP


NOTE: After the manual operation, make sure that the seat belt warning light is off and the shoulder belt buckle is seated properly in its locked position.


6. Replace the cover on the center pillar. 7. Reinstall the fuse, the fuse remover and both fuse box covers.


Main Menust Specifications


* 1 Excluding the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine:


0.4


(0.11 JS gal, 0.09 Imp gal)


* 2 Excluding the oil remaining but including that remaining in the oil filter.


(cont'd)


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Main Menust Identification Numbers


The Vehicle Identification Number (V.I.N.) is stamped on a plate attached to the top left side of the dashboard. It also appears on the Certification label attached to the left rear door jamb, as well as under the hood on the body, directly behind the engine.


NOTE: The V.I.N. is also provided in bar code on the Certification label.


VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER


AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER


CERTIFICATION LABEL


VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER


MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER


ENGINE NUMBER


The Engine Number is stamped on the right front side of the engine block. The Transmission Number appears on a label on the top edge of the transmission where it attaches to the engine.


Main Menust DOT Tire Quality Grades


The tires on your car meet Federal Safety Requirements. All tires are also "graded" according to Department of Transportation (DOT) standards for tread wear, traction and temperature.


Three grades are shown on the tire sidewall


TIRE


WHEEL RIM


Tread Wear The tread wear grade is a comparative 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 actual The conditions 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.


relative performance of


tires depends upon


Traction The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are A, B, and C, and they 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.


The traction grades assigned are based on braking (straight ahead) traction tests and do not include cornering (turning) traction.


Main Menust 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 car 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.


The tire temperature grade is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.


Main Menust Emission Controls


Sources of Emissions The combustion process produces carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen and hydrocarbons. The evaporation of fuel in the fuel tank also produces hydrocarbons. Control of oxides of nitrogen and hydrocarbons is very important since, under certain conditions, when subjected to sunlight, they react to form photochemical smog. Carbon monoxide does not react to form smog, but it is toxic.


Honda Motor Co., Ltd. has developed a number of systems which are highly effective in reducing carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen and hydrocarbons.


The Clean Air Act The Clean Air Act requires all vehicle manufacturers to explain in writing, the operation and maintenance of their emission control systems. Maintenance instructions are included on pages 60 — 65; the operation of each system is explained on the following pages.


Replacement Parts The emission control systems on your new Honda were designed, built and certified regulations implementing the Clean Air Act. Honda recommends only the use of new, genuine Honda parts or their equivalent. The use of other replacement parts which are not of equivalent quality may impair the effectiveness of your car's emission control systems.


to conform with


the Federal


Crankcase Emission Control System To prevent crankcase emissions, your car is equipped with a Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) System which routes blowby gases from the crankcase, through the PCV valve and intake manifold, into the combustion chamber.


Main Menust Evaporative Emission Control System The Evaporative Emission Control System is designed to prevent fuel vapors from escaping into the atmosphere. Fuel vapors from the fuel tank are directed into the charcoal canister where they are adsorbed and stored while the engine is stopped or idling. When the coolant temperature rises to a certain value, the vapors are drawn into the engine through the throttle body and the ntake manifold during normal engine operation.


Engine Exhaust Emission Controls The engine exhaust emission control systems are designed to control combustion during idle, acceleration, cruise, and deceleration. These systems are entirely separate from the crankcase and evaporative emission control systems described previously.


HONDA PGM-FI System The PGM-FI system consists of three independent sub-systems; Air Intake, Electronic Control and Fuel Control, thus allowing more accurate control of air/fuel ratios under all operating conditions. The Electronic Control Unit (ECU) detects the amount of air drawn into the cylinders and determines the amount of fuel to be injected to provide the optimum air/fuel ratio for all engine needs.


Ignition Timing Control System This system automatically controls the ignition timing to reduce the amount of HC and NOx.


Catalytic Converter Three Way Catalyst The catalyst is used to convert hydrocarbons (HC), carbon monoxide (CO) and oxides of nitrogen (NOx) in the exhaust gas, to carbon dioxide (CO


) and water vapor.


), dinitrogen (N


Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) [California automatic models with 1.5 The EGR system is designed to control the formation of oxides of nitrogen fuel mixture burns at high temperature. It works by recirculating exhaust gas through the EGR valve and intake manifold into the combustion chambers where it reduces peak temperature by diluting the air/fuel mixture.


(NOx) caused when


engine]


Main Menust Catalytic Converter


A catalytic converter is installed in the exhaust system to help clean-up the exhaust gases that can cause air pollution.


CATALYTIC CONVERTER


To be effective, the converter must work at high temperature, so don't park your car over dry grass, leaves or anything else that could burn easily. To stay effective, the converter must not be contaminated by leaded gasoline, use only unleaded gas as explained on page 40.


CAUTION: The converter can be overheated and damaged if it's fed too much unburned fuel mixture from the engine, so:


— Don't push or tow the car to start it; if the battery is dead,


jump start the car as shown on page 104.


— Don't turn the key off while the engine is running above idl e


speed.


control parts.


— Don't change the ignition timing, or remove any emission


— Use only the spark plugs specified in this manual. — Don't keep driving your car if it isn't running properly, or if its CHARGE warning light comes on; have it checked by your Honda dealer.


Main Menust Warranty Service


Warranty The following warranties are provided with every new vehicle: 1. New Car Limited Warranty 2. Emission Control Systems Warranty 3. Emission Controls Performance Warranty 4. Battery Limited Warranty 5. Rust Perforation Limited Warranty 6. Accessory Limited Warranty 7. Replacement Parts Limited Warranty 8. Replacement Muffler Lifetime Limited Warranty 9. Replacement Engine Limited Warranty 10.Seat Belt Limited Warranty.


All warranties pertaining to your car can be found in the Warranty booklet provided with your new car except required maintenance schedule which is contained here in the Owner's Manual.


the


If you are unable to obtain warranty service or are dissatisfied with the warranty decision or service you received at an authorized Honda dealership, you should that dealership's Service Manager. This will normally resolve your problem. If it does not resolve your problem you should appeal the decision with the owner of the dealership. Please bear in mind that your problem will likely be resolved at the dealership, using the dealer's facilities, equipment and personnel. So it is very important that your initial contact be with the dealer or his management.


the matter with


review


After following these steps, if you wish to have the matter reviewed by American Honda you should contact the Automobile Zone Office serving your area, as shown on the map on the inside of the back cover. When contacting American Honda, please provide the Automobile Zone Office with the following information:


Vehicle Identification Number Servicing Dealer Name and Address Date of Purchase Mileage on your Car Your Name, Address, and Phone Number Nature of Problem Selling Dealer


After a review of the facts, you will be advised of what can be done.


Main Menust Service Manuals


A Honda Service Manual is available for your car. It is written for the Journeyman mechanic, but it is simple enough for most mechanically-inclined owners to understand.


Electrical


An Troubleshooting Manual is also available for your car. This manual complements the Service Manual by providing in- depth information for each electrical circuit in your car.


troubleshooting


You can purchase these manuals through your Honda dealer's Parts Department.


Main Menust Air Conditioner


Care..............................................93
Operation....................................36
Air Filter......................................... 80
Air Pressure,Tires..............................89
Antifreeze


.................See "Radiator Coolant"


Anti-theft Steering Column Lock


System ........... ............................43
Appearance Care...........................95
Ashtrays..........................................32
Automatic Transmission


Driving Technique


(CIVIC WAGON).................... 51
Driving Technique(4WD)...........54
Fluid..............................................71
Operation


(CIVIC WAGON)....................50
Operation(4WD) .........................53
Shift Lever Position Indicator ......................................................21


Battery


Charging System Warning


Light........................................22
Jump Starting ..........................104
Maintenance.................................84
Specification.. ..........................110
Beeper System


Fasten Seat Belt Warning


Bee per....................................11
Key Reminder ............................43
Belts, Seat..............See"Seat Belts" Body Repair ....................................98
Brake Warning Light .....................23
Brakes


Brake Failure Warning


Light .......................................23
Brake Fluid ..................................78
Brake System Design ...............77
Brake Wear ................................77
Brake Wear Indicators..............78
Parking Brake .............................27
Parking Brake Warning


Light .......................................23
Break-in Period.................................2
Bulb


Index


Re placement................................87
Specification .............................110
Buzzer ............See"Beeper System"


Capacities .....................................109
Care and Cleaning .........................95
Catalytic Converter .....................116
Certification Label ........................111
Chains, Tires ...................................90
Check Engine


Warning Light .............................21
Child Proof Door Locks.................4
Child Restraint System ................14
Cigarette Lighter ............................32
Clock................................................33
Clutch Pedal Adjustment ............. 48
COMPACT Spare Tire.................. 99
Coolant Temperature Gauge ....... 20
Cooling(with A/C) ..........................37
Cooling System..............................73
Crankcase Emission Control


System


......................................114


Defogger ..........................................26
Defroster.........................................39
Doors


Child Proof Door Locks .............4
Door Locks................................... 3


Emergency


Changing a Flat Tire...............101
Hazard Warning System ..........27
If Your Car Gets Stuck ........106
Jump Starting ..........................104
Towing....................................... 105
Warning and Indicator


Lights.......................................21
Emission Controls........................114
Engine


Coolant ........................................73
Coolant Temperature


Gauge .....................................20
Exhaust Controls ..................... 115
Identification Number.............. 111
(cont'd)


Main Menust Index (cont'd)


Oil and Filter...............................67
Oil Pressure Warning


Light........................................22
Specification ............................. 110


Engine Exhaust Gas Warning


......................................................46


Evaporative Emission Control


System


......................................115
Exhaust Gas Recirculation.........115
Exterior Care.................................. 95


Filters


Air.................................................80
Engine Oil ....................................68
Fuel...............................................80


Fluid.......................................See"Oil" Foreign Countries,


Operation


in................................41


Four-Wheel Drive


..................See"Real Time 4 W D"


Front Seat


Adjustment ....................................5


Fuel


Filler Door and Cap ..................41
Filter .............................................80
Gasohol........................................ 40
Gasoline .......................................40
Gauge ........................................... 20
Requirement................................ 40


Fuse


Checking and Replacing............85
Specification .............................110


Gasoline..............................See"Fuel" Gas Station Information


......................................back cover Gauges .............................................20
Glove Box .......................................31


Hazard Warning System ..............29
Headlights


Flasher..........................................28
High Beam Indicator..................21
High Beam/Low Beam


Switch....................................28


Switch................ .........................28


Headlight High Beam Indicator


Light .............................................21
Head Restraints ... ...........................6
Heating.............................................38
High Beam


Indicator Light ............................21
Switch................ .........................28
Hood Latch..................................... 31


Identification Numbers................111
Ignition


Keys................... ...........................3
Switch .........................................43
Indicator Lights .... .........................21
Inflation Pressures, Tire ................89
Instrument Panel...........................18
Instrument Panel Brightness


Control.........................................29
Interior Light ...................................29
Interior Trim Care .........................95


Jack ...............................................111
Jump Starting ..............................104


Keys


Door Locks ...................................3
Ignition .........................................43
Key Reminder Buzzer...............43
Keys................... ...........................3
Tailgate Lock..............................4


Lap/Shoulder Belts,


.............................See"Seat Belts"


Light


Bulb Replacement ......................87
Fuse Replacement .....................85
Operation .....................................28
Warning and Indicator Light ......................................................21


Main Menust Locks


Anti-theft Steering Column


Lock .......................................43
Child Proof Door Locks.............4
Doors..............................................3
Fuel Filler Door ..........................41
Tailgate..........................................4
Luggage Area Light.......................30


Maintenanse


Non-Scheduled Maintenance


Record ...................................64


Required Maintenance Record ......................................................63
Schedule ......................................60


Manual Transmission


Clutch Pedal Adjustment .........48
Maximum Allowable Speeds ......................................................48
Oil.................................................70
Recommended Shift Speeds ......................................................49
Shifting ........................................47
Meters, Gauges............See"Gauges" Mirrors


Rearview Mirrors .......................27


Numbers, Identification................111


Octane Rating, Gasoline


........................................See"Fuel"


Odometer.......... Oil


.............................20


Engine Oil ....................................67
Fluid Locations...........................66
Oil Pressure Warning Light......22
Transmission Oil/Fluid ...............70


Operation In Foreign Countries


......................................................41


Panel Brightness Control..............29
Parking Brake... .............................27
Power Steering..............................79
Passive belt........................................8


Pressures, Tire Inflation ................89
Preventive Service ........................97


Radiator Coolant ............................73
Real Time 4WD .............................58
4WD Disengagement .................58
Rear Seat ..........................................6
Rearview Mirrors ...........................27
Rear Window Defogger................26
Rear Window Wiper/Washer ......26
Reminder Lights


....................See"Warning


Lights"


Replacement


Air Filter ......................................80
Body and Fender Parts ............98
Bulb.................................................87
Engine Oil .................................... 68
Fuel Filter ....................................80
Fuse..............................................85
Oil Filter .......................................68
Radiator Coolant ........................74
Spark Plugs.................................81
Tire ...............................................91
Wiper Blades ..............................83
Rust Prevention.............................96


Safety ltems...................................45
Seat Belt Warning Light and


Bee per..........................................11


Seat Belts


Anchor Points ............................ 15
Automatic Belt ..............................8
Buckling the Rear


Seat Combination Lap/ Shoulder Belts ......................12
Child Restraint............................ 14
Cleaning .......................................16
Emergencny Belt Release.........10
Fasten Seat Belt Warning


Light and Warning Beeper ................................................ 11
Front Seat Belts .......................... 8
Inspect ion.................................... 16
Installation of Child Seat.......... 15
Pregnant Women..................... 16
Rear Center Seat Belts............ 13
(cont'd)


Main Menust Index (cont'd)


Releasing the Seat Belts............. 10
Replacement ...............................17
Shoulder Belt Buckle ..............107


Seats


Front Seat .....................................5
Head Restraints............................6
Rear Seat ......................................6
Shoulder Belts ..................................8
Shifting


Automatic


(CIVIC WAGON)....................50
Automatic(4WD)........................53
Manual.......................................... 47


Shift Lever Position Indicator


......................................................21


Spare Tire


Changing a Flat Tire...............111
COMPACT Spare Tire..............99


Spark Plugs


Replacement ...............................81
Specifications............................... 109
Speedometer ..................................20
Starting the Engine .......................44
Steering


Anti-theft Column Lock...........43
Power Steering ...........................79
Tilt Steering .................................24
Stuck Car.....................................106


Tachometer .....................................20
Tailgate ..............................................4
Tailgate-open Indicator Light


........................................................23


Temperature Gauge, Coolant


......................................................20
Tilt Steering ....................................24
Tire


Air Pressure................................89
Additional 4WD Tire Information ......................................................92
Balancing......................................91
Chains..........................................90
Changing a Flat Tire...............111
COMPACT Spare ......................99
DOT Tire Quality Grades.......112
Inflation Pressures .....................89
Requirement..............................112
Rotation .......................................90
Snow Tires .................................89


Spare Tire.......... ........................99
Specification.............................109
Towing.................... ......................105
Transmission


Capacity ....................................109
Identification Number..............111
Oil/Fluid........................................70
Shifting the Automatic


(CIVIC WAGON)...................50


Shifting the Automatic (4WD)


................................................53


Shifting the Manual Transmission ...............................47
Tread Wear.................................112
Trip Meter....................................... 20
Turn Signals.................................... 28


Vehicle Identification Number


............................. ...................... 111
Ventilation.............. ........................34


Warning Lights ...............................21
Warranty Service........................117
Washer


Rear Window Washer ..............26
Reservoir Capacity..................109
Windshield Washer ....................25
Washing...........................................95
Waxing............................................. 96
Windows


Appearance Care.......................95
Windshield Defogger .....................39
Windshield Washer ........................25
Windshield Wipers .........................25
Wiper Blades ..................................83
Wipers


Rear Window Wipers...............26
Windshield Wipers.....................25


Main Menust Automobile Zone Office Locations


Western Zone P.O. Box 2260


700 Van Ness Avenue Torrance, California 90509-2260
(213) 781-4565


Central Zone 101 South Stanfield Road


Troy, Ohio 45373
(513) 332-6250


North Central Zone 601 Campus Drive, Suite A-9


Arlington Heights, Illinois 60004
(312) 870-5600


Northwestern Zone P.O. Box 20186


12439 N.E. Airport Way Portland, Oregon 97220
(503) 256-0943
(also includes Alaska and Hawaii)


South Central Zone 4529 Royal Lane


Irving, Texas 75063
(214) 929-5481


Northeastern Zone P.O. Box 337


Eastgate Industrial Park 115 Gaither Drive Moorestown, New Jersey 08057
(609) 235-5533


Mid-Atlantic Zone 209 Perry Parkway, Suite 10


Gaithersburg, Maryland 20877
(301) 990-2020


Southeastern Zone 1500 Morrison Parkway


Alpharetta, Georgia 30201
(404) 442-2045


New England Zone 555 Old County Road


Windsor Locks, Connecticut 06096
(203) 623-3310


West Central Zone 1600 South Abilene Street, Suite D


Aurora, Colorado 80012
(303) 696-3935


Puerto Rico and U.S. V.I. Bella International


P.O. Box 816
Hato Rey, Puerto Rico 00919
(809) 765-8070


The above addresses and telephone numbers are subject to change. If you cannot reach your Zone office, ask your Honda dealer for the current information.


Main Menust Gas Station Information


Gasoline: UNLEADED only


Pump octane of 86 or higher.


Gas Tank-Capacity :45 l (11.9 gallons) Tire Pressure (measured cold)


front/rear


CIVIC WAGON : 220 kPa (32 psi)/220 kPa (32 psi) 4WD: 195 kPa (28 psi)/195 kPa (28 psi) COMPACT spare: 415 kPa (60 psi)


Other Tire Information: See "Tires" pages 89 — 92. Hood Release: Pull handle under left side of dash. Engine Oil : An "Energy Conserving


II" SG grade oil


is for viscosity rec-


recommended. See page 67 ommendations. Capacity (Including filter): 3.5 l (3.7 US qt, 3.1 Imp qt)


Rear Differential Oil (4WD):


Manual Transmission Oil


Rear Differential Oil (4WD) :SAE 90 or 80
Hypoid GearOil: See page 70.


Recommended type — SAE 10W — 30 or 1 0 W - 40 weight, grade SE or SF. Capacity (Including differential): CIVIC WAGON: 1.8 l (1.9 US qt,1.6 Imp qt) 4WD: 2.3 l (2.4 US qt, 2.0 Imp qt)


Automatic Transmission Fluid:


Use DEXRON® II type Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF). Unscrew dipstick in right end of transmission, wipe off, reinsert, remove and read fluid level — do not screw-in to check fluid level. Capacity (Including differential):


CIVIC WAGON : 2.4 l (2.5 US qt, 2.1 Imp qt) 4WD:


3.2 l (3.4 US qt, 2.8 Imp qt)


Honda Motor Co., Ltd. 1989 All Rights Reserved


AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC. P.O.Box 80, Gardena, CA., 90248
(213) 327-8280


31SH5623 OOX31-SH5-6231


20009001L PRINTED IN JAPAN


Main Menust 1990 Civic Wagon 4WD Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com.


Contents


Owner's Identification Features & Safety ................................................................................................................................ 2 What you should know before driving your car. Starting & Driving............................................................................................................................. 40
What gas to use, how to change gears, etc. Maintenance ....................................................................................................................................... 60
The Required Maintenance Schedule and some items you can service. Emergency Service .......................................................................................................................... Changing a flat, jump starting, towing. Specifications ................................................................................................................................... 109
Dimensions, weights and capacities. Consumer Information .................................................................................................................... 111
Reporting Safety Detects, warranty service, vehicle identification numbers, etc. Index ................................................................................................................................................ 119
Gas Station Information


.. 99


This Owner's Manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle, and must remain with the vehicle at time of resale.


OWNER'S I.D.


STATE


ZIP CODE


(Date sold to original retail purchaser)


DEALER NO.


STATE


ZIP CODE


OWNER


ADDRESS


CITY


V.I.N.


DELIVERY DATE


DEALER NAME


ADDRESS


CITY


OWNER'S SIGNATURE


DEALER'S SIGNATURE


The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatever.


Main Menust Introduction


important


This manual contains the safe operation and maintenance of your Honda CIVIC Wagon and CIVIC Wagon with Real Time ® Four-Wheel Drive (4WD). We urge you to read it carefully, become familiar with the controls it describes, and follow its recommendations, to help make your driving trouble-free and enjoyable.


information about


Statements or labels on the product preceded by the following words are of special significance:


indicates severe personal injury or death will result if instructions are not followed.


indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or death if instructions are not followed.


means hazards or unsafe practices which could cause minor personal injury or product or property damage.


NOTE:


gives helpful information.


Break-in Period During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of driving, avoid full throttle starts and cruising for extended periods at a constant speed.


NOTE:


This break-in procedure also applies to exchanged or overhauled engines. During and after the break-in period, drive the car at moderate speeds until the engine is fully warmed up.


CAUTION: (4WD:) Although 4WD provides better traction on poor road surfaces or when driving in snow or mud, this car is not designed for off-road use.


During the first 200 miles (300 km), try to avoid severe braking. Brake misuse during this period will reduce future braking efficiency.


Remember, your Honda Automobile Dealer knows your car best, and should be consulted for service assistance and advice.


Main Menust Keys and Locks


Keys Two identical keys come with your car. You should keep one of them in a safe place, away from the car, as a spare. Also write down the number stamped on the key and keep it in your wallet or purse in case you ever need to have a duplicate made. The key fits the ignition switch, door locks, and tailgate lock. The key can be inserted into the locks with either edge up.


Door Locks You can lock the doors by pushing the tabs down. The doors must be unlocked before you can open them from the inside. The passenger door can be locked when open, and will stay locked when you close it; the driver's door cannot be locked when open unless you hold the door handle open. Both doors can be locked and unlocked from the outside with the key.


Unlock


Unlock


Lock


Lock


(cont'd)


Main Menust Keys and Locks (cont'd)


Tailgate Lock To open the tailgate from outside, put the ignition key in the lock and turn clockwise. The tailgate can also be opened inside the car by pulling the tailgate release lever up at the left side of the driver's seat. It locks automatically when closed.


Pull up


Open


Keep the tailgate closed while driving, to keep poisonous carbon monoxide exhaust fumes out of the interior; prolonged exposure can cause unconsciousness that may lead to death. Weight limits shown on the label located in the glove box must be observed. The total weight of passengers and cargo must not exceed the total weight limit on the label.


the


Child Proof Door Locks locks are The child proof door to prevent accidental designed opening of rear doors. To activate the locks, push down the lock tabs located on each door, then close the doors. When the doors are locked in this way, they can only be opened from the outside.


Unlock


Lock


LOCK TAB


Main Menust Seats


Front Seat Adjust the seat position by pulling up on the adjustment lever under the front edge of the seat cushion, and sliding the seat to the desired position. Then release the lever and make sure the seat is locked in position by moving it back and forth.


Pull up


ADJUSTMENT LEVER


Pull up


RELEASE LEVER


The angle of the seat-back can be changed by pulling up on the lever at the outside edge of the seat and leaning forward or back. Release the lever and let the seat lock into place when it reaches the desired angle. Seat belts are most effective when the driver and passenger are sitting up straight and well back in each seat.


Do not adjust the driver's seat while the car is moving; the seat could move suddenly, causing loss of vehicle control. To reduce the risk of sliding under the seat belts in a collision, the seat-backs should be reclined no more than is necessary for comfort.


(cont'd)


Main Menust Seats (cont'd)


Head Restraints The head restraints provided for the front and rear seats are designed to help reduce injuries due to whiplash. They are located at the top fo the each seat-back and have several height positions. They can be adjusted by pulling up to the restraint' sheight bar,while pushingthe restraint down. Adjust so the top of the restraint is approximately level with the tops of your ears. That relative position may reduce injury due to whiplash in an accident. If a head restraint must be removed (for cleaning, fabric repair, etc.) pull the restraint up its highest position, then slide the button while pulling the restraint out. To reverse procedure.


the above


reinstall,


Slide


to


Do not drive the car with head restraints removed. Do not try to adjust head restraints while driving.


Folding Rear Seat The rear seat-back can be folded down to provide more luggage space. Each of the rear seats can be folded separately.


1. Move the front seat-backs fully forward.


Pull up


STRAP


STRAP


Main Menust 2. Pull up the strap at the center of the seat and lift the seat cushion


up and forward.


3. Remove the head restraints while pushing the button next to the head restraint's height bar. Pull up the release knob on the upper edge of each seat-back, then fold the seat-backs forward.


Pull up


CAUTION: Make sure to fold the front seat-back forward whenever you attempt to fold up or down the rear seat-back, or you may damage the release located on top of the rear seat-back.


Weight limits shown on the label located in the glove box must be observed. The total weight of passengers and cargo must not exceed the total weight limit on the label. Make sure the seat-back latches engage securely when the seat-back is returned to its normal position. Always replace the head restraints when the seat-back is returned to upright position. (CIVIC WAGON and 4WO) When transporting luggage or other cargo, do not pile it higher than the front seats. This precaution will help prevent such items from becoming dangerous projectiles in an accident. Cargo weight should be distributed as far forward as possible for better vehicle handling.


Main Menust Seat Belts


Your Honda is provided with seat belts to minimize the chance of injury to yourself and your passengers in a sudden stop or accident. For precautions on using seat belts for children babies and pregnant women, see page 14 and 16. Seat belts are most effective when the driver and passengers are sitting up straight and well back in the seat.


In the event of a collision, occupants not wearing seat belts could be seriously or fatally injured. Make sure you and all your passengers ALWAYS put on the seat belts before driving away.


CAUTION: Be careful the seat belts are not damaged by catching or entangling in the door or seat mechanism.


Front Seat Belts The front seats have an automatic ("passive") restraint system consisting of a shoulder belt, and a knee bolster, as well as a manual lap belt. The belts have emergency locking retractors designed to lock only during a sudden stop or impact. Otherwise, they allow you some freedom of movement in the seat. Always wear the lap belt in addition to the shoulder belt for full protection. The shoulder belt portion should remain permanently latched.


from


Operation 1.Enter the car and close the door the seat a completely. Move comfortable distance the steering wheel, sit as straight up as possible and well back in the seat. 2.Turn


ignition ON. The shoulder belt buckle will move to its locked position. The length of the shoulder belt will adjust automatically to your body and seating position.


rear


the


Main Menust Normal movement of the shoulder belt buckle may cause injury. Be sure all parts of your body, especially fingers and hands, are clear of the shoulder buckle while it is moving.


NOTE:


If the door is not closed completely, the shoulder belt buckle will not move and the door warning light will come on (see page 11). If the door is opened with the ignition on, the buckle will release itself from its locked position and move forward. If the shoulder belt buckle stops halfway or does not move at all, see page 107


for shoulder belt buckle operation.


3. Take hold of the tongue plate of the lap belt and pull it from its


retractor. Be sure the belt is not twisted or caught on anything.


NOTE: If pulled too fast, the belt will lock. If this happens, allow the belt to retract then pull it out more slowly.


4. Push the tongue plate


it clicks locked. Position the belt across your lap, not your abdomen, as low on your hips as possible.


into the buckle until


Pull the belt across your lap


Keep below hip bone


TONGUE PLATE


Avoid placing the lap belt across your abdomen. In the event of a collision, the pressure of the belt on the abdomen may increase the extent of injury. Never use one belt for more than one person, child or adult. Comfort clips sold on the open market are not recommended since they could impair the function and safety of the belts.


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Make sure the strap of the shoulder belt and the lap belt are not crossed. Do not wear the shoulder portion of the belt under your arm or out of position. Such use could increase the chance and amount of injury in an accident.


Releasing the Seat Belts 1.To release the manual lap belt, push the "PRESS" button in the


buckle, the belt should retract automatically when released.


2.The driver's shoulder belt buckle will release and travel to its off


position when the key is removed from the ignition.


3. The shoulder belt buckle will also release and travel to its off


position when the door is opened.


Emergency Belt Release The shoulder belt should always remain buckled. In case of an emergency, however, the shoulder belt can be released the shoulder belt buckle by pushing the button.


from


Push


Relatch the shoulder belt before operating the car, making sure the belt is not twisted.


Driving with a twisted seat belt can increase your chance and extent of injury during a collision. Be sure the shoulder belt is not twisted before driving the car.


Main Menust the


light and


Fasten Seat Belt Warning Light and Warning Beeper Lap Belt Warning Indicator: Both the warning beeper will go on for about six seconds if the ignition switch is turned on when the driver's lap belt is not fastened. The beeper will not go on is fastened, but the warning light will come on for about six seconds each time, to remind the driver to have passengers put their belts on.


the driver's lap belt


if


Automatic Shoulder Belt Warning Indicator: The warning light will come on if either of the automatic shoulder belts is unlatched with the ignition ON. The beeper will sound for approximately six seconds while the warning light is ON. Relatch the belt: the light should go off when the belt is latched. The warning light will also come on while the shoulder belt buckle moves from its front off position to its rear locked position.


Automatic Shoulder Belt Malfunction Indicator: The warning light will flash and the beeper will sound rapidly if either shoulder belt buckle stops before completing its full cycle (see page 107 for normal operation).


NOTE: If the shoulder belt's tensioner mechanism locks and prevents the buckle from moving fully forward when you want to get out, recycle the system by closing the door and reopening it. The buckle should move fully forward; if it does not, recline the seat — back and use Emergency Belt Release (see page 10). When the system does not function by either method, have the system checked by an authorized Honda dealer.


If the light and beeper do not function at all, or if they come on even with the belts latched and doors fully closed, it indicates a malfunction in the seat belt system. In the event of a collision, severe personal injury could result. The system should be checked immediately by an autholized Honda dealer.


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Main Menust Seat Belts (cont'd)


Buckling the Rear Seat Belts In the rear seat, there are two one-piece combination lap/shoulder belts and a center lap belt. The seat-backs and seat belts provide best restraint when the occupants are sitting well back and straight up in the seat.


The right and left rear seat belts are one-piece combination lap/ shoulder belts with an emergency locking retractor designed to lock only during a sudden stop or impact. Otherwise, they allow you some freedom of movement in the seat.


NOTE: The emergency locking system of the rear seat bells will also be activated if you pull the belt too fast. If this happens, release the belt slightly then pull it out more slowly. 1. Take hold of the tongue plate and pull the belt across your lap. Be


sure the belt is not twisted or caught on anything.


Pull the belt across your lap


Take up slack


Too high


TONGUE PLATE


Keep below hipbone


2. Push the tongue plate into the buckle until it clicks locked. Position the belt across your lap, not your abdomen, as low on your hips as possible.


Avoid placing the lap belt across your abdomen. In the event of a collision, the pressure of the belt on the abdomen may increase the extent of injury. 3.To release the seat belt, push the "PRESS" button in the buckle; the belt should retract automatically when released. If the belt does not fully retract, pull it out and check for kinks or twists.


CAUTION: Make sure both rear shoulder belts are positioned in front of the rear seat-backs whenever the seat-backs are in their upright position.


Main Menust Rear Center Seat Belt Adjust the center lap belt length to fit snugly but comfortably when buckled. A slack belt will greatly reduce the protection afforded to the wearer. Hold the tongue plate perpendicular to the belt as shown. * To shorten, pull the end of the belt away from the tongue plate. * To lengthen, pull the tongue plate. Push the tongue plate into the buckle until it clicks locked. Position the belt across your lap, not your abdomen, as low on your hips as possible.


Avoid placing the lap belt across your abdomen. In the event of a collision, the pressure of the belt on the abdomen may increase the extent of injury.


BUCKLE


To shorten


To lengthen


TONGUE PLATE


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Child Restraint Children riding in the car should be restrained to minimize the risk of injury in an accident, sudden stop or sudden maneuver. According to accident statistics provided to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seat. Larger children should use one of the seat belts provided. the use of a For smaller children, we strongly recommend commercially available child restraint system that meets the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) because it offers the most protection against injury. All states now have laws which require that small children must be seated in a child passenger seat restraint system. Check local laws. Before buying a particular child restraint system, make sure it fits your car seat and seat belts, and fits your child. Follow all the instructions that come with the system.


Children should never ride unrestrained in an automobile. Never use an infant carrier or child safety seat that "hooks" over a seat-back; it may not provide adequate security in an accident. Never allow a child to be held in a person's arms while they are in the moving vehicle. Holding a child in a moving vehicle does not provide the child with any means of protection during an accident, even if the person holding the child is wearing a seat belt.


Main Menust Installation of Child Seat All child restraint systems are designed to be secured by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap-shoulder belt. The automatic shoulder belt system at the front passenger seat should not be used to secure the child restraint system. If a child seat must be installed on the front seat, place the shoulder portion of the belt behind the child seat and secure the child seat with the lap belt only. Children could be endangered in a crash, if their child restraints are not properly secured. Follow the child seat manufacturer's instructions when installing the seat.


Your Honda automobile is equipped with attachment points specifically for a rear seat mounted child restraint system which uses a top tether. The tether attachment points are located on the rear panel, below the tailgate.


When the child restraint system is not in use, remove it from the car or secure it with the seat belt to keep it from becoming a projectile in the event of an accident.


NOTE: See your Honda dealer for installation of the child restraint system.


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Pregnant Women A pregnant woman should use the shoulder and lap belts to help lessen the chance of injury and/or the amount of injury in an accident.


It is desirable that a pregnant woman ask her doctor at each medical check-up if she can drive, and also ask about the most appropriate way of wearing the lap/shoulder belt. Lap belts should be worn as low and snugly as possible over the hips.


Inspection All parts of the seat belts, including the belt fabric, should be regularly inspected for fraying, loosening, wear and other damage. Keep the belts in good condition at all times to reduce the chance of being injured in an accident, and to minimize any injuries that do occur. Make sure the buckles, retractors, tongue plates, guides and anchors all work properly.


Don't let anything get inside the buckle or the retractor; it could cause latch or retractor failure.


Cleaning The belts should always be kept clean and dry; wet or damp belts can cause rewinding problems. To clean the belts, pull them all the way out of their retractors and use warm water and a mild soap; then let them air-dry fully extended, in the shade, with the car windows open.


Never bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical solvents; it will weaken the fabric. Do not remove the seat belts from the car to wash them.


Main Menust Replacement Replace the seat belt if: 1 .The belting is cut, punctured, burned, etc. 2. The buckle or retractor does not work properly. 3. It was being worn at the time of a collision (also check for


deformation damage at all seat belt anchor points).


4. Its condition is questionable.


Main Menust Instrument Panel


LIGHT SWITCH/ TURN SIGNAL/ HI/LO BEAM SWITCH


DASH CORNER VENT


HOOD RELEASE HANDLE


WIPER/ WASHER SWITCH


HORN BUTTON CENTER


VENTS


DIGITAL CLOCK


H E A T I N G/ COOLING CONTROL PANEL


DASH CORNER VENT


FUSE BOX


IGNITION SWITCH


REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER SWITCH


PANEL BRIGHTNESS CONTROL DIAL


GLOVE BOX


CIGARETTE LIGHTER


ASHTRAY


HAZARD WARNING LIGHT SWITCH


Main Menust CIVIC WAGON


TACHOMETER


SHIFT LEVER POSITION INDICATOR (Automatic Trans only)


ODOMETER


SPEEDOMETER


COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE


TRIP METER


TRIP METER RESET BUTTON


FUEL GAUGE


4WD


TACHOMETER


SHIFT LEVER POSITION INDICATOR (Automatic Trans.only)


ODOMETER


SPEEDOMETER


COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE


FUEL GAUGE


TRIP METER RESET BUTTON


TRIP METER


Main Menust Gauges


Speedometer The speed is indicated in miles per hour (outside scale) and kilometers per hour (inside).


Odometer The numbers on the odometer indicate miles. The odometer registers total distance traveled, and serves as your guide for determining when periodic maintenance is due. Federal law makes it illegal to alter the odometer of any motor vehicle with the intent to change the number of miles indicated.


Trip Meter The numbers on the trip meter indicate miles. The trip meter can be returned to zero by pushing in the reset button. Use it for checking fuel consumption or distance traveled per trip.


Tachometer The tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute. The beginning of the RED ZONE indicates the maximum allowable engine R.P.M. Do not run the engine with the tachometer indicator needle in the RED ZONE.


(11.9 US gal, 9.9 Imp gal)


Fuel Gauge FUEL TANK CAPACITY: 45 As a convenience, the gauge continues to show the same fuel level as when the ignition was last on. After refueling, the gauge will slowly change to the new fuel level when the ignition is switched on. When the needle first indicates E (empty), you have a usable reserve left in the tank of about:


(1.1 US gal, 0.9 Imp gal)


Coolant Temperature Gauge


CAUTION: The needle should stay within the white range. If the needle reaches the red line at " H" (Hot), pull safely off the road, stop the engine and check the coolant level in the reserve tank on the passenger side of the radiator under the hood.


Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. The coolant is under pressure and may blow out and scald you.


Main Menust Warning and Indicator Lights


CIVIC WAGON


4WD


Shift Lever Position Indicator (Automatic Transmission only) An indicator between the fuel and coolant temperature gauges shows which gear you have selected.


NOTE: (4WD Automatic only) The S3 indicator light in the instrument panel also serves a second function. If the light flashes while driving (in any gear range) it indicates a possible malfunction in the transmission; avoid rapid acceleration and have the transmission checked by an authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible.


Turn Signal/Hazard Warning Indicator Lights


When the turn signal lever is pushed for left or right turns, the appropriate green indicator arrow on the instrument panel will blink along with the signal. Turning on the hazard warning switch, will make all 4 turn signals and both arrows blink (see pages 28 and 29).


Headlight High Beam Indicator Light


This blue indicator light will go on whenever the high beams are switched on (see page 28).


Check Engine Warning Light


This light comes on for a couple of seconds each time the ignition is turned on. It will also come on, and remain on, if there is a malfunction in the emission control system. If the light comes on while driving, avoid driving at high speed, and have the system checked by a Honda dealer as soon as possible.


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Main Menust Warning and Indicator Lights (cont'd)


Oil Pressure Warning Light


The oil pressure warning light will come on, and remain on, if there is insufficient oil pressure or when the ignition switch is turned on with the engine not running. If the light should stay on while driving, get the car off the road as soon as you can, turn the engine off and check the engine oil level (see page 67). Even if the oil level is correct, the engine should be checked by a Honda dealer before the car is driven again.


NOTE: The oil pressure warning light will only light as a result of low oil pressure. It is not directly an oil level indicator.


CAUTION: Running the engine while the oil pressure warning light is on constantly may cause immediate and severe engine damage.


Charging System Warning Light


the


ignition switch


The charging system warning light comes on when there is a problem with the electrical charging system or when is turned on with the engine not running. If the light comes on while driving, stop the car and check to see if the alternator belt is loose or broken. To check the belt tension, stop the engine and push with about 98N (22 Ib) of force on the middle of the belt as shown. The belt should deflect about: 9 - 11 mm (0.3 - 0.4 in)


If the engine has been running, some engine components may be hot enough to burn you.


NOTE: If necessary, have the charging system checked by an authorized Honda dealer.


Main Menust CIVIC WAGON


4WD


Parking Brake/Brake Failure Warning Light


Check the brake warning light every time you start the car. With the parking brake set, the warning light should go on when the ignition switch is turned to II or III. With the parking brake released, the light should go on when the ignition switch is turned to III. If the light goes on at any other time, it means the brake fluid level in the master cylinder reservoir is too low; add fluid and have your dealer check for leaks and brake pad wear immediately. See page 78.


Tailgate-open Indicator Light


This light will go on when you turn on the ignition switch if the tailgate is not fully closed.


Seat Belt Warning Light


The seat belt warning light comes on for about six seconds when the ignition switch is turned on (see page 11).


LOW Indicator Light


(4WD Automatic only)


This indicator light is on while you are driving in the LOW mode (see page 56). When the ignition switch is turned to the " I I ", this indicator light comes on for a couple of seconds; this is normal.


DOOR


Door Warning Light


If a door is open when the ignition is switched on, this light will go on and stay on until the door is closed.


Main Menust Tilt Steering


Tilt Steering The steering wheel position can be adjusted preference.


to suit driver


1. Push the lever located on the left side of the steering column all the way down and hold it while adjusting the steering wheel to the desired position.


2. To lock the steering wheel, hold it in the desired position and pull the lever all the way up.


Push down


Pull up


Do not adjust the steering wheel position while driving. After adjusting the steering wheel position, make sure it is securely locked in place by "rocking" it up and down slightly.


Main Menust Windshield Wipers/Washer/Defogger


the wipers


Windshield Wipers Switch for intermittent operation; LO for low speed operation; and HI for high speed operation.


INT


to


In fog or very light rain, push the lever down to the MIST position t e m p o r a ry high s p e ed f or operation of the wipers. The wipers will return to the "rest" position and the motor will shut off as soon as you release the lever.


Push down


Windshield Washer Pull the wiper switch lever toward you to turn on the washer. Check the washer fluid regularly, especially during bad weather or whenever the washer has been in frequent use.


WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR


PULL


Use a good quality commercial washer fluid for all-weather cleaning.


CAUTION:


Do not use radiator antifreeze in the windshield washer; it will damage the paint. Do not use a vinegar/water combination in the windshield washer; it will damage the pump. Prolonged operation of the washer without fluid may damage the pump.


freezing weather, warm


the defrosters In before using the washer. This will help prevent icing which could seriously impair visibility.


the windshield with


WINDSHIELD WASHER RESERVOIR CAPACITY: 2.5


(2.6 US qt, 2.2 Imp qt)


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Rear Window Wiper/Washer Switch to " O N" to activate the rear wiper. Turn and hold the switch one more step clockwise to " to activate the washer and wiper; or turn and hold the switch one step counterclockwise from "OFF" to activate to washer only. The rear w a s h er uses fluid t he same reservoir as the front washer.


WIPER


WASHER


the switch


Rear Window Defogger Push the to defogger on or off. The indicator will light when the defogger is on. The defogger will turn off automatically 24 minutes after it is turned on.


turn


CAUTION: When cleaning the inside of the rear window, be careful not to damage the printed heater wires on the rear window. Wipe the window horizontally along the wires, not up and down.


Main Menust Parking Brake and Mirrors


Parking Brake To apply the parking brake, pull up on the lever. To release it, pull up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever; when fully released, the BRAKE warning light will go out.


Pull up


Rearview Mirrors Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. Be sure to adjust mirrors before you start. The outside mirror can be adjusted by moving the knob on the inside of the driver's door.


DAY/NIGHT ADJUSTMENT TAB


ADJUSTMENT KNOB


The inside mirror has day and night positions. The night position reduces glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you. Flip the small tab on the bottom of the mirror forward or backward to select day or night position.


Main Menust Lights


FIRST STOP


RIGHT TURN


Turn Signals Push the turn signal lever down to signal a left turn, and up for a indicator and right turn. The lights will appropriate signal lever will return blink. The automatically its original position when the steering wheel is returned to straight ahead. For lane changing, you can signal by pushing the lever part way up or down (to the first stop) and holding it there; the lever will return to its original position when you release it. If either turn signal indicator lights up but does not blink, blinks faster than usual, or does not light up at all, check for a burned out bulb or fuse.


FIRST STOP


LEFT TURN


to


Turn


FIRST POSITION


SECOND POSITION


Pull and release


Headlights light switch to the Turn the first position ( ) for taillights, lights, position side marker lights, license plate lights, and instrument panel lights. Turn to the second position ( ) to add the headlights.


High Beam/Low Beam Switch T he h e a d l i g h ts m ay be switched between low beam and high beam by pulling the turn signal lever towards you until a click is felt. The blue high beam indicator light will be on when the high beam is on.


Headlight Flasher To use the headlights as a passing signal, pull lightly on the turn signal lever and release.


Main Menust Hazard Warning System This system should be used only when your car is stopped under emergency or hazardous conditions. the hazard To activate warning switch . The front and rear simultaneously and both indicator lights will flash. Push the switch again to turn the system off.


t u rn s i g n a ls w i ll b l i nk


push


Panel Brightness Control When the light switch is in either of the the intensity of lights can be adjusted by turning the panel brightness control dial.


two " O N" positions, instrument


the


light has a


Interior Light three The interior position switch. The light is off all the time in the OFF position. In the middle position, it goes on only when a door is opened. In the ON position, it is on all the time.


Push


ON


OFF


DOOR ACTIVATED


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Luggage Area Light The luggage area light has a two-position switch. In the first position it is OFF all the time, in the second position it goes ON only when the tailgate is opened.


Main Menust Hood and Glove Box


Hood To open, pull back on the handle under the left side of the dash.


Pull to release


The hood latch is spring-loaded, so the hood will pop up slightly. Release the safety catch under the front center of the hood by pushing the rubber-tipped handle up. Lift the hood and prop it open with the support rod. To close, take the support rod down, and return it to its clip, then lower the hood until it is approximately one foot from the closed position, then let it drop. Be sure the hood is securely latched before driving away.


SUPPORT ROD


Push


Glove Box Open by pushing the knob as shown. Close with a firm push.


Do not drive the car with the glove box door open; it could cause injury in an accident.


Main Menust Cigarette Lighter and Ashtrays


Cigarette Lighter Push in to heat up. It will automati- cally release when the element is hot. DO NOT hold it in while it is heating up.


Push


its


the ashtray by pulling


Front Ashtray Open bottom edge toward you. further To remove while pushing down on the spring loaded plate inside. To install, procedure.


reverse


it, pull


it out


removal


the


PLATE


Rear Ashtray Open the ashtray by pulling its top edge. To remove it, open the ashtray and release its bottom edge by pulling up, then out. To install, reverse the removal procedure.


To remove, pull up and out


CAUTION: Do not use the ashtrays as trash containers; use them only for extinguished cigarettes. Putting lit cigarettes or matches in an ashtray with other combustible materials may cause a fire.


Main Menust Clock


Digital Clock The time is displayed continuously when the ignition is on. At all other times, push in on the lid to display the time. To adjust the time: 1. Lower the lid. 2. Push the minute button (MIN) and hold it until the numbers advance to the desired minutes.


3. Push the hour button (HOUR) and hold it until the numbers advance to the desired hour.


LID


4. The RESET button allows you to synchronize your clock to the closest hour. If the time on the clock is before the half hour, pressing the RESET button will return the time to the previous hour. If the time is beyond the half hour, the RESET button will change the time to the next hour.


NOTE: Be careful not to push the HOUR, MIN or RESET buttons accidentally. Pushing any of them will change the clock's time setting.


Main Menust Heating and Cooling


The vents, heater and air conditioner are combined in one system; adjusting four basic controls to different settings can provide a full range of interior temperatures for safe and comfortable driving. Airconditioner: optional


Ventilation The flow-through ventilation system can provide fresh air to the interior when the car is moving or stopped, even with the windows closed.


NOTE: For proper air flow, the flow-through vents must not be covered. Keep the air inlet at the base of the windshield free of leaves or other debris.


AIR OUTLET


AIR INLET


You can adjust the controls to direct cool or warm outside air throughout the car for defogging windows, heating, or cooling. When stopped or driving at low speeds, you can increase the air flow by turning on the fan.


Main Menust Dash Vents The corner vents can be used for flow-through ventilation, or for heating and air conditioning: When the car is moving, the driver's corner vent can also route fresh air directly from the outside by sliding the corner vent lever below it to the right and shutting it off from the heater and air conditioner system. The louvers in the corner and center vents can be tilted up or down and right or left, to change the direction of air flow.


SIDE DEFROSTER OUTLET


WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER OUTLETS


CORNER VENT


CORNER VENT LEVER


FRONT FLOOR OUTLETS


REAR FLOOR OUTLETS


CENTER VENTS


CORNER VENT


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Main Menust Heating and Cooling (cont'd)


What the Controls Do:


TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL


RECIRCULATION SWITCH LEVER


FUNCTION LEVER


FAN SWITCH


AIR CONDITIONER AND INDICATOR LIGHT(optional)


Fan Switch Switch the fan to low (1), medium (2), medium high (3) or high (4) speed, to circulate warm, cool, or outside air, depending on where the temperature control dial and function lever are set. Whenever the fan is switched on, air flows from the dash corner vents regardless of function selection.


Function Lever Slide the lever right or left to direct outside air or recirculated (inside) air to and from the heater, air conditioner and vents.


Temperature Control Dial Turn the dial clockwise to make air warmer when the appropriate function is selected. Air Conditioner Switch With the fan on, push the A/C switch to operate the air conditioner; the indicator light will come on. Push the switch again to turn the air conditioner off.


(optional)


Recirculation Lever When the lever is set at the a l l o w ed to c i r c u l a te inside t he car. W h en t he lever is set at


position, outside air will be


position, outside air is shut off and the air inside the car is recirculated. So when the heater or air conditioner is on and you want to warm up or cool down the interior more quickly, or keep smoke or dust out of the car without losing the heat or cool function, simply set the lever to the


position.


Main Menust NOTE: The w i n d o ws may b e c o me fogged if t he s y s t em is in t he


position for an extended period of time with the air conditioner off. As soon as the interior is warmed, slide the lever to the


position.


How to Use the Controls


To Ventilate Turn the temperature control dial counterclockwise, slide the recirculation lever to the position and the function lever to the position. Switch the fan on and outside air will flow through the corner and center vents. To change air distribution, slide the function lever to the position, and outside air will also flow from the floor level outlet at the heater.


To Cool (with optional air conditioner) To cool the car down quickly, slide the recirculation lever to the

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