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(96,000 km) or 48 months whichever comes first, or any time you suspect contaminated gas may have clogged it.
CAUTION: Because the fuel system is under pressure, the filter should be replaced only by a qualified Honda technician.
Main Menust Spark Plugs
Spark plugs should be replaced every 24 months or 30,000 miles (48,000 km), whichever comes first.
Recommended spark plugs:
CAUTION: Never use spark plugs with an improper heat range; they will adversely affect engine performance and durability.
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Main Menust Spark Plugs (cont'd)
Spark Plug Replacement Replace plugs one at a time, so you don't get the wires mixed up. 1. Clean any dirt from around the spark plug base. 2. Disconnect the plug cap, then remove and discard the old plug. 3. Check the gap of the new spark plug before installation.
Plug gap should be: 1.1mm (0.04in ).
4.Thread the new spark plug in by hand to prevent cross-threading. 5. After the plug seats against the cylinder head, tighten 1/2 turn
with a spark plug wrench to compress the washer.
6. Reinstall the spark plug cap.
PLUG CAP
CAUTION: The spark plugs must be securely tightened, but not overtightened. A plug that's too loose can get very hot and possibly damage the engine; one that's too tight could damage the threads in the cylinder head.
Main Menust For maximum visibility, replace worn or cracked wiper blades when you notice they do not wipe the windshield cleanly or smoothly.
Wiper Blades
To Replace Worn-out Blades 1. Detach the blade assembly from the arm by pressing the lock tab in, then pushing the blade toward the base of the arm.
Press Lock Tab in
Push
2. Firmly grasp the end of the blade rubber and pull until the tabs are free of the metal support.
METAL SUPPORT
Pull out
TABS
3. Remove the metal retainers from the worn-out blade rubber and put them in a new blade rubber.
4. Insert the new blade rubber from the opposite side of the blade tabs and position the tabs in the metal support.
RETAINERS
Main Menust Battery
The condition of the battery can be determined by checking the test indicator. Service as required according to the label on the battery. Any corrosion around the positive and negative terminals should be washed off with a solution of baking soda and warm water. Dry the terminals and then coat them with grease.
TERMINAL
TEST INDICATOR
UPPER LOWER
TERMINAL
• The battery gives off explosive gases; keep sparks, flames and cigarettes away. Provide adequate ventilation when charging or using the battery in an enclosed space. The battery contains sulfuric acid (electrolyte). Contact with skin or eyes may cause severe burns. Wear protective clothing and a face shield. — If electrolyte gets on your skin, flush with water. — If electrolyte gets in your eyes, flush with water for at least
15 minutes and call a physician immediately.
Electrolyte is poisonous. — If swallowed, drink large quantities of water or milk and follow with milk of magnesia or vegetable oil and get immediate medical assistance.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
Main Menust Fuse Replacement
The fuse box is located under the dashboard on the driver's side. The circuits protected by each fuse are listed inside the box.
The fuses for automatic shoulder belt buckle motor are installed on the
terminal of the battery.
If any of your car's lights, accessories, or controls don't work, check their fuses. If a fuse has blown, the wire inside it will be burned through.
BLOWN
FUSE REMOVER
Checking the fuses: 1. Turn off the ignition and all other switches. 2. If you find a blown or possibly faulty fuse, use the fuse remover, stored beside the spare fuse to pull the blown fuse out of its clips.
3. Check all other fuses as well as the one you suspect. 4. Push in a new fuse of the same rating, and make sure it fits tightly
in the clips. If it fits loosely, have your dealer fix it. If you don't have a spare, take a fuse of the same rating (or lower) out of a circuit you may not need, like the radio or cigarette lighter. Remember to replace the borrowed fuse and the missing spares.
CAUTION: A blown fuse may be just a symptom of some other problem. If a new fuse blows right away, the cause should be diagnosed and corrected by a qualified Honda technician. Never replace a fuse with anything but another fuse of the same or lower rating. A higher capacity fuse could cause damage and even start a fire.
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Main Menust Fuse Replacement (cont'd)
The main fuse and some primary fuses are installed on the right front fender beside the battery.
If the circuits from the battery are ever overloaded (by a short in the system drawing too much current for example) the main or a primary fuse will blow, preventing damage to the entire wiring harness. If the main fuse blows, have a Honda dealer check the system, repair the cause, and replace the fuse.
CAUTION:
The electrical system is protected by fuses that are designed to fail and prevent damage to the wire harness. Always replace blown fuses with the same rating as specified to prevent wiring damage that can result in a possible fire. For proper electrical contact after replacing these fuses, make sure all screws are tight.
Main Menust Bulb Replacement
NOTE: See page 109 for bulb specifications.
Front turn signal lights
Front side marker and parking lights
License plate lights
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Rear side marker, turn signal, brake/taillights and back-up lights
Interior light
Luggage area light
High-mount brake light
Main Menust Tires
The factory installed tires on your car were selected to match the car's performance capabilities and to provide the best combination of handling, ride comfort and tread wear. We recommend that you get the same size, type, and grade of tires when replacement is necessary. If your tires have an all-season tread design, the model name will be followed by the marking: "M + S" (mud and snow) or "all-season". If you decide not to get the same brand of tires as those originally installed, you should make sure that the replacements are the radial type, of the same size, load range and speed rating as the original tires. If you have any questions about your car's tires, please contact your Honda dealer.
tire pressures
Inflation Pressures The tire label in the glove box lists recommended for carrying loads up to the limit shown. (Tire pressures are also listed on the back cover of this manual.) These pressures were chosen to provide you with the best combi- nation of tread life, riding comfort and stability under normal driving conditions. Improper life and load carrying capacity. Check the tire pressures at least once a month, including the spare. Lower pressure than recommended lets the tread and sidewalls flex too much, causing increased tire temperatures, uneven wear, and poor handling. Pressure higher than recommended can make the tire too stiff, increasing the chance of damage from road hazards, and also causing uneven wear.
inflation can reduce both tire
TIRE LABEL
CAUTION:
Check tire pressure when the tires are cold. (After the car has been parked for more than 3 hours or driven less than 1 mile/1.6 km.) Tire pressure may increase as much as 41 kPa (6 psi) when the tire is hot, so NEVER ADJUST tire pressure when the tires are hot. Never inflate load range B tires to more than 220 kPa (32 psi) cold. Cars with luggage racks or cartop carriers DO NOT have greater load limits than those on the label.
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Winter Driving Tires marked "M + S" or "all season" have an all-weather tread design and should be suitable for most driving conditions. However, snow tires and tire chains may be required under some conditions. If your tires do not have these markings, they may not be suitable for winter driving conditions. We recommend snow tires or tire chains for snow and icy conditions.
Snow Tires If you use snow tires, they should be of the same size, construction and load capacity as the original tires on your car. Snow tires must be installed in sets of four, or they may cause poor handling. Driving with snow tires on dry roads can reduce your car's performance during acceleration, turning and stopping. If you need further information on snow tires, please contact your Honda dealer.
Tire Chains Use chains only when you have to. Check with local authorities or Provinces for requirements prior to installing tire chains. Make sure the chains are the right size for your tires. Install them only on the drive wheels of your car, and do so as tightly as possible, following the manufacturer's instructions. If metal chains are used, they must be SAE Class " S ." Cable type traction devices can also be used. Drive slowly with chains installed. If you hear the chains contacting your car's body or chassis, stop and tighten them.
CAUTION:
If the contact continues, slow down until it stops or your car can be damaged. Chains that are the wrong size or improperly installed can damage your car's brake lines, suspension, body, and wheels.
If you need further information on tire chains, please see your Honda dealer. Remove the chains as soon as the road is clear of ice and snow.
Main Menust Tire Replacement Honda recommends that you replace tires in sets of four, or in pairs, front or rear. If you need to replace only one tire, mount the new tire opposite the tire showing the least amount of wear. For instance, if the left front tire shows the least amount of wear, mount the new tire on the front right side. The original tires on your car have tread wear indicators to indicate when they should be replaced. The indicators appear as bands about 12.7 mm (1/2 in) wide when the tire tread depth is less than 1.6 mm (1/16 in). When indicators appear across t wo or more grooves in a row, you should re- place the tire.
INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS
TREAD WEAR INDICATORS
Driving on worn-out tires is very hazardous, and will reduce braking effectiveness, steering accuracy and traction.
When replacing tires, use only the recommended tire size. Wheel rim widths and offsets must be those recommended by American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Contact the Zone Office nearest you as shown on the inside of the back cover.
Tires and wheels other than those recommended may be unsafe. Do not mix radial and bias ply tires on the same car.
Tire Balancing
Unbalanced tires may affect handling and tire wear. A tire should always be rebalanced after it has been dismounted from the wheel. Your original tires were properly balanced before the car left the factory, but may need rebalancing at some time during the life of the tire. Tire balancing for the COMPACT spare is not necessary.
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Main Menust Tire Rotation Tires may wear unevenly when used for a long time in the same position on the car. To avoid this, rotate the tires every 7,500 miles (12,000 km). If abnormal or uneven wear develops between rotations, the cause should be found and corrected as soon as possible. The illustration shows how the tires can be rotated. The COMPACT spare tire must not be included in tire rotation.
NOTE: Front brake pads should be inspected for wear whenever the tires are rotated.
Front
Tire Traction
Worn tires or slippery road surfaces can reduce driving, cornering and braking traction. To reduce the possibility of losing traction, slow down when the road gets slippery, replace tires when wear indicators are visible, and KEEP TIRES PROPERLY INFLATED.
Additional 4 WD Tire Information Unevenly worn tires, or different sized tires, can cause the 4WD mechanism to engage abnormally, which may eventually damage the transmission. Therefore, observe the following precautions carefully:
Rotate the tires at least every 7,500 miles (12,000 km). Replace worn tires in sets of four. If replacement of all four tires is not practical (because of damage to an individual tire, for example), always replace with the same size, brand and type as those currently on the car.
Main Menust Air Conditioner Care
Condenser and Radiator Check the engine radiator and the air conditioner condenser (in front of the radiator) for accumulated dirt, insects or leaves. Carefully brush or hose them off to assure maximum cooling performance.
CAUTION: Radiator and condenser fins are very thin and easily damaged; do not bend them with the high water pressure or brush.
Compressor Drive Belt Check the compressor belt tension monthly, during periods when you use the air conditioner a lot.
If the engine has been running, some engine components may be hot enough to burn you.
When pushed with 98 N (22 Ib) of force midway between the compressor drive pulley and the engine crankshaft pulley, the belt should deflect about: 7.0 — 9.0 mm (0.28 — 0.35 in) Have the belt adjusted whenever necessary.
COMPRESSOR DRIVE PULLEY
CRANKSHAFT PULLEY
Main Menust Air Conditioner Care (cont'd)
System Maintenance Run your air conditioner at least once a week for about ten minutes, even during the off season, to lubricate the seals and the inside of the compressor and, to verify that the system is functional.
If the air conditioner is not cooling properly, it may indicate an undercharged system. Have your dealer check the system for leaks, then evacuate and charge the system with refrigerant 12. Charging quantity: 850 — 950 g (30.1 — 33.6 oz)
CAUTION: Prolonged use of an undercharged system may damage the compressor.
Main Menust Appearance Care
Interior Trim Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. Wipe the vinyl with a clean, damp cloth or sponge. Stains can be removed with a commercially available vinyl cleaner.
CAUTION: Do not use thinner, gasoline, kerosene, naphtha or other solvents on the interior. They are toxic, flammable and hazardous and could damage the material you're cleaning.
Windows A 10 to 1 mix of water and white vinegar, or a commercially available glass cleaner may be used to clean windows and to remove the dust film sometimes caused by the ingredients used in interior vinyls and plastics.
NOTE: Do not put this solution in the windshield washer reservoir, it will damage the windshield washer pump.
Be careful not to scratch or damage the defogger wires when clean- ing the inside of the rear window; wipe the window horizontally along the wires, not up and down. Dry the windows with a lint-free cloth or paper towel. Keep all the windows clean for maximum visibility.
Exterior Care
Washing Rinse all loose dirt off the car by spraying it with lukewarm or cold water. Do not use hot water. Wash using a soft-bristle brush, sponge or cloth with water containing a mild detergent such as a liquid dishwashing detergent. Remove oil, tar, tree sap, etc., with tar remover or turpentine. Remove road salt, insects, etc., with mild detergent and lukewarm water. Any of these substances may damage the finish if left on painted surfaces. Rinse the car well. Promptly wipe with a chamois or soft towel to prevent water-spotting. Do not let water or soap air-dry on painted surfaces. During wiping, inspect the surface for stone chips and scratches; paint them with touch-up paint so they won't rust (touch-up paint is available through your Honda dealer). For further instructions on corrosion protection, refer to the Rust Prevention section on page 94.
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Waxing Wax the car when water will no longer "bead" on the paint. Always wash and dry the car before you wax it. Use a good quality liquid or paste wax, and follow the manufacturer's instructions. Wax all the metal trim to keep its luster.
NOTE: Removing oil, tar, etc., with a spot remover will usually strip the wax from the surrounding finish. Be sure to re-wax these areas even if the rest of the car does not yet need waxing.
Rust Prevention Rusting is likely to occur in parts of the car where water is trapped or where there is continual dampness.
Water will collect inside doors and body panels if drain holes become clogged. Water which seeps under or soaks floor mats will subject floor sections to prolonged wetness or dampness. Road dirt or sand, which collects and fills recesses on the underside of the car, retains moisture long after the rest of the car has dried.
The removal of paint and undercoating by stones, gravel, and minor accidents immediately exposes metal to air and moisture. Rusting is increased by high humidity and by the presence of corrosive substances in the air or on the roads.
Salt used for road de-icing will coat the bottom of the car and hasten rusting. Localities with high humidity have greater potential for rust problems, especially where salt is also present on the road or in moist sea air. Industrial pollution will accelerate the deterioration of paint finishes and promote rusting.
Main Menust rear suspension,
above subframe,
under rear bumper.
Preventive Service Check all drain holes in the doors and body panels for clogging and clear if necessary. When washing your car, also clean the underside of the car by using high pressure water; inside front fender, and After washing your car or after heavy rain, check for leaks. While checking for leaks, lift the floor mats in the passenger, cargo and spare tire areas, and check beneath them. Water can collect in these areas and remain unseen for prolonged periods. Dry any wet areas of your car's interior. Remove and dry wet floor mats. Have leaks repaired as soon as possible. After driving your car, wipe off any road dirt or salt on the radio antenna, with it fully extended.
inside rear wheel housing,
Main Menust Body Repair
Replacement Body and Fender Parts If your vehicle incurs body damage and requires replacement parts, we encourage you to use only Genuine Honda sheet metal body and fender parts. Many insurance companies are specifying imitation sheet metal parts for collision repairs in an effort to reduce claim costs; however, if imitation parts are used the following conditions may apply:
There is no assurance that imitation parts will equal the fit and finish of Genuine Honda sheet metal parts; and in our experience they often do not. There is no assurance that imitation parts will resist corrosion as well as Genuine Honda sheet metal parts. Imitation sheet metal parts are not covered by the Honda Limited Warranty.
To ensure your continued satisfaction with your Honda vehicle in the event of an accident, contact your insurance adjuster and insist on Genuine Honda parts in the repair of your vehicle.
Main Menust Spare Tire
COMPACT Spare Tire Your car is supplied with a COMPACT spare tire and wheel for temporary use only in the event of a flat tire. Use the COMPACT spare only when you have to, and only to go as far as the next garage or dealer to have the regular tire repaired and reinstalled.
Because you will rarely use the COMPACT spare, be sure to regularly check its condition and air pressure (415 kPa, 60 psi), so it will be ready when you need it. This type of tire holds less air at higher pressure than a regular tire, so it will inflate (or deflate if there is a leak) more rapidly; check its pressure often and add air gradually if it needs any.
The COMPACT spare tire has a different tire size, air pressure re- quirement, tread life and maxi- mum speed rating than the four regular tires on your car. Disre- garding these warnings may re- sult in tire failure, loss of vehicle control and possible injury to vehicle occupants. Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) under any circumstances when using the COMPACT spare. Do not mount snow chains on the COMPACT spare. They will not fit properly and will damage the tire and possibly your car. If you must use the COMPACT spare when driving on roads covered with snow or ice, use it as one of the rear tires and mount chains only on the front two regular tires.
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INDICATOR LOCATION MARK
TREAD WEAR INDICATOR
The COMPACT spare tire has a much shorter tread life than regu- lar tires. Replace the tire as soon as tread wear indicators appear as solid bands across the tread. Replace with a tire of exactly the same size and construction. The COMPACT spare tire and wheel set was designed espe- cially for your car; do not use it on any other vehicle; do not in- stall any other tire on this wheel which is not identical to the original in size and construction, and do not use the COMPACT spare tire on any other wheel. Because the COMPACT spare is smaller in size and higher in air pressure than a regular tire, it will ride more harshly with less ground clearance and may have less traction on some road surfaces. Drive cautiously.
Main Menust Changing a Flat Tire
Do not attempt to change a tire unless the car is on firm, level ground and well out of the flow of traffic.
Park the car on a firm, level surface, apply the parking brake, turn on the hazard warning switch and put the transmission in gear (Park for automatic). 1. Remove the
lug wrench/jack handle and extension (in the tool bag) from the location shown.
jack handle
jack,
NOTE: To remove the jack, release its tension against the mount by turning the screw counterclockwise.
SPARE TIRE LID
JACK
COMPACT SPARE
TOOL BAG
2. Remove the spare tire. (On the 4WD, remove the spare tire
bucket before removing the spare tire.)
3. Place blocks in front and back of the wheel diagonally opposite
the tire you are changing.
4. Use the lug wrench/jack handle to loosen the wheel lug nuts
counterclockwise one-half turn.
Follow tire changing preparations and procedures carefully to reduce the possibility of injury. The jack is designed for changing tires only. STAND CLEAR, DO NOT get under the car and DO NOT run the engine when the car is supported only by the jack.
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Main Menust Changing a Flat Tire (cont'd)
5. Place the jack under the jack point nearest the wheel you are removing; align the jack head so the car frame will fit in the recess as you raise the jack.
To reduce the possibility of injury, be sure to use the jack provided with the car and the correct jacking points; never use any other part of the car for jack support.
6. Set the jack handle extension in the connector on the end of the jack and install the lug wrench/jack handle. Turn the lug wrench/ jack handle clockwise until the tire is slightly off the ground.
JACK HANDLE EXTENSION
LUG WRENCH/JACK HANDLE
7. Remove the lug nuts, semi-cap and wheel.
(Semi-cap: 4WD)
SEMI-CAP
LUG NUT
VALVE
Main Menust 8. Everytime you install the wheel on the brake hub, use a rag to wipe any dirt off the mounting surface of the hub and the wheel. This will assure a tight, even contact between the wheel and hub.
9. Install the spare, and lug nuts hand tight. 10. Lower the car, remove the jack, then tighten the lug nuts
securely in an " X" pattern as shown.
11 .Tighten the lug nuts to the recommended torque is:
110 N·m(11.0 kg-m,80 Ib-ft) If a torque wrench was not used, ask an authorized Honda dealer to verify the torque as soon as possible.
TIGHTENING TORQUE: 110 N·m(11 kg-m,80 Ib-ft)
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Main Menust Changing a Flat Tire (cont'd)
12. Repair or replace the damaged tire as soon as you can, reinstall it
in its original position, then put the spare back in the car.
Always stow the jack, tools and tire securely to prevent them from becoming dangerous projectiles in an accident.
13.Secure the tire and the spacer as shown in the illustration.
SPACER
COMPACT SPARE TIRE
NORMAL TIRE
SPARE TIRE PAN
Main Menust Jump Starting
To start a car with a dead battery, use another battery of the same voltage, and the proper jumper cables.
Procedures other than those below could cause injury or damage from battery acid spray, explosion or charging system overload. Never connect the jumper cable directly to the negative post of the "dead" battery. Never allow the two cars to touch each other. Never allow the jumper cable clamps to touch each other. Never lean over the battery when making connections. Never attempt to jump start a vehicle with a frozen battery. The battery could rupture and explode. If you suspect a frozen battery, remove the vent caps and check the fluid. If there seems to be no fluid, or if you see ice, do not attempt a jump start until the fluid thaws.
CAUTION: If jumper cables are connected backwards, the car's main fuse may blow.
1 .Turn off all lights, heater and other electrical loads, set the parking
brake, and shift the transmission to Neutral or Park.
2. Use one cable to connect the positive terminal of the booster
battery to the positive terminal of the "dead" battery.
Negative to the engine at the ground cable, not to the battery
DEAD BATTERY
Do not attach cable here
Positive to positive
BOOSTER BATTERY
3. Use the other cable to connect the negative terminal of the
booster battery to the engine at the ground cable as shown.
4.To remove the cables, reverse the above procedures exactly.
DO NOT push or tow a car to start it. The forward surge when the engine starts could cause a collision. Also, under some conditions, the catalytic converter could be damaged. A car equipped with an automatic transmission cannot be started by pushing or towing.
Main Menust Towing
If towing is necessary, contact a professional towing service. Your authorized Honda dealer can assist you with detailed towing instructions.
Never use tow chains or rope to tow a car; your ability to safely control the car may be adversely affected.
We recommend the following: Flat Bed Equipment — Entire car is winched on a flat bed vehicle. This is the best way of transporting your Honda. Wheel Lift Type — Tow with the front wheels off the ground.
If the car can only be towed with the front wheels on the ground: make sure the transmission is full of fluid (see pages 68 — 69) and tow with the transmission in neutral (N) and the ignition key in the I position.
CAUTION: To avoid serious damage on automatic transmission cars, first start the engine and shift to D4 (D on 4WD) then to N and shut the engine off. If the engine does not run or the transmission cannot be shifted while the engine is running, the car must be transported on flat bed equipment.
Check local regulations for towing.
CAUTION:
Do not exceed 35 mph (55 km/h) or tow for distances of more than 50 miles (80 km). If a sling type tow is used, the tow truck driver should position wood spacer blocks between your car's frame and the chains and lift straps to avoid damaging the bumper and the body. Do not use the bumpers to lift the car or to support the car's weight while towing. (4WD) Before towing the car with either the front or rear wheels raised off the ground, place the transmission in neutral and manually disengage the 4WD system to prevent the raised wheels from turning (see page 56).
Main Menust If Your Car Gets Stuck
If your car gets stuck in sand, mud, or snow, call a professional towing service for assistance in getting your car out.
CAUTION:
Do not rev up the engine and allow the wheels to spin freely at high speed. Severe transmission damage may result if the wheels are allowed to spin for more than a few seconds. DO NOT try to free a car with automatic transmission from snow, etc. by rocking the car alternately between forward and reverse gears. Severe transmission damage may result from shifting into gear with the wheels moving.
Main Menust Shoulder Belt Buckle
Proceed as follows if the shoulder belt buckle stalls.
1. Lift the hood and remove the cover from the fuse case (for the
automatic shoulder belt buckle motor) located on the battery's terminal.
2. Remove the fuse for the automatic ("passive") shoulder belt
buckle motor that does not work.
LEFT MOTOR
RIGHT MOTOR
3. If the fuse has blown, replacing it with a new fuse of the same am- perage should allow the shoulder belt buckle motor to work. How- ever, 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.
Main Menust 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 US gal, 0.09 Imp gal)
*2 Excluding the oil remaining but including that remaining in the oil fitter.
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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 the actual 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.
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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 58 — 63; the operation of each system is explained on the following.
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.
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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 intake 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 Fl 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 2), dinitrogen (N 2) and water vapor.
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 harmful 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 39.
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 103.
— Don't turn the key off while the engine is running above idle
— Don't change the ignition timing, or remove any emission control
speed.
parts.
— 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 Defects Warranty 3. Emission Performance Warranty 4. Original Equipment Battery Limited Warranty 5. Rust Perforation Limited Warranty 6. Accessory Limited Warranty 7. Replacement Parts Limited Warranty 8. Replacement Muffler Lifetime Limited Warranty 9. Seat Belt Limited Warranty 10.Replacement Battery Limited Warranty
Your car's original tires are covered by their manufacturer. Tire warranty information is in a separate booklet.
All warranty details pertaining to your car can be found in the Warranty booklet provided with your new car except the required maintenance schedule which is contained here in the Owner's Manual.
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 Zone Office serving your area, as shown on the map on the inside of the back cover. When contacting American Honda, please provide the 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 Reporting Safety Defects
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying American Honda Motor Co., Inc. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or American Honda Motor Co., Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll- free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.
Main Menust Index
Air Conditioner
Care........................................... 91
Operation.................................. 36
Air Filter.......................................... 78
Air Pressure, Tires......................... 87
Antifreeze... See"Radiator Coolant" Anti-theft Steering Column LockSystem.................................... 42
AppearanceCare............................ 93
Ashtrays......................................... 31
Automatic TransmissionDriving Technique
(CIVIC WAGON)................... 51
Driving Technique
(4WD).................................. 54
Fluid.......................................... 69
Operation (CIVIC WAGON).... 49
Operation (4WD)...................... 52
Shift Lever Position Indicator. 20Battery
Charging System Warning Light
............................................... 21
Jump Starting........................ 103
Maintenance............................. 82
Specification.......................... 109Beeper System
Fasten Seat Belt Warning Beeper ............................................... 11
Key Reminder........................... 42
Belts, Seat............. See"Seat Belts" Body Repair.................................... 96
Brake Warning Light...................... 22
BrakesBrake Failure Warning Light.... 22
Brake Fluid................................ 76
Brake System Design .............. 75
Brake Wear............................... 75
Brake Wear Indicators............. 76
Parking Brake........................... 26
Parking Brake Warning Light... 22
Break-in Period................................. 2
BulbReplacement............................. 85
Specification.......................... 109
Buzzer............ See"Beeper System"Capacities..................................... 108
Care and Cleaning.......................... 93
Catalytic Converter..................... 115
Certification Label....................... 110
Chains, Tires................................... 88
Check Engine Warning Light......... 20
Child Proof Door Locks................... 4
Child Restraint System ................. 14
Cigarette Lighter............................ 31
Clock............................................... 32
Clutch Pedal Adjustment.............. 47
COMPACT Spare Tire................... 97
Coolant Temperature Gauge ........ 19
Cooling (with A/C)......................... 36
Cooling System.............................. 71
Crankcase Emission Control System ................................................. 113Defogger......................................... 25
Defroster........................................ 38
DoorsChild Proof Door Locks............... 4
Door Locks................................... 3Emergency
Changing a Flat Tire ................. 99
Hazard Warning System.......... 28
If Your Car Gets Stuck.......... 105
Jump Starting........................ 103
Shoulder Belt Buckle ............. 106
Towing.................................... 104
Warning and Indicator Lights.. 20
Emission Controls........................ 113
EngineCoolant...................................... 71
Coolant Temperature Gauge ..19
Exhaust Controls................... 114
Identification Number............ 110
Oil and Filter.............................. 65
Oil Pressure Warning Light...... 21
Specification.......................... 109
Engine Exhaust Gas Warning........ 45(cont'd)
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System................................... 114
Exhaust Gas Recirculation.......... 114
Exterior Care.................................. 93Filters
Air............................................. 78
Engine Oil.................................. 66
Fuel........................................... 78
Fluid...................................... See "Oil" Foreign Countries, Operation in ... 40
Four-Wheel Drive................. See"Real Time 4 W D" Front Seat Adjustment.................... 5
FuelFiller Door and Cap .................. 40
Filter.......................................... 78
Gasohol..................................... 39
Gasoline.................................... 39
Gauge........................................ 19
Requirement............................. 39Fuse
Checking and Replacing........... 83
Specification.......................... 109Gasoline............................. See"Fuel" Gas Station Information. Back cover Gauges............................................ 19
Glove Box....................................... 30Hazard Warning System................ 28
HeadlightsFlasher...................................... 27
High Beam Indicator................. 20
High Beam/Low Beam Switch.............................................. 27
Headlight High Baem Indicator Light
.................................................. 20
Head Restraints................................ 6
Heating............................................ 37
High BeamIndicator Light .......................... 20
Switch....................................... 27
Hood Latch..................................... 30Identification Numbers................ 110
IgnitionKeys............................................ 3
Switch...................................... 42
Indicator Lights .............................. 20
Inflation Pressures, Tire ................ 87
Instrument Panel............................ 17
Instrument Panel Brightness Control .................................................. 28
Interior Light................................... 28
Interior Trim Care .......................... 93Jack ................................................ 99
Jump Starting.............................. 103Keys
Door Locks................................. 3
Ignition....................................... 42
Key Reminder Buzzer.............. 42
Keys............................................ 3
Tailgate Lock .............................. 4Lap/Shoulder Belts
........................... See"Seat Belts"
Bulb Replacement.................... 85
Fuse Replacement................... 83
Operation.................................. 27
Warning and Indicator Light.... 20Light
Locks
Anti-theft Steering Column Lock .............................................. 42
Child Proof Door Locks............. 4
Doors........................................... 3
Fuel Filler Door......................... 40
Tailgate........................................ 4
Luggage Area Light........................ 29(cont'd)
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Maintenanse
Non-Scheduled Maintenance
Record................................... 62
Required Maintenance Record
.............................................. 61
Schedule ................................... 58Manual Transmission
Clutch Pedal Adjustment........ 47
Maximum Allowable Speeds .. 47
Oil.............................................. 68
Recommended Shift Speeds .. 48
Shifting ..................................... 46
Meters, Gauges........... See"Gauges" MirrorsRearview Mirrors..................... 26
Numbers, Identification............... 110
Octane Rating, Gasoline .. See"Fuel" Odometer....................................... 19
OilEngine Oil.................................. 65
Fluid Locations......................... 64
Oil Pressure Warning Light...... 21
Transmission Oil/Fluid.............. 68
Operation In Foreign Countries .... 40Panel Brightness Control............... 28
Parking Brake................................. 26
Power Steering.............................. 77
Passive Belt...................................... 8
Pressures, Tire Inflation ................ 87
Preventive Service........................ 95Radiator Coolant............................ 71
Real Time 4WD .............................. 56
4WD Disengagement............... 56
Rear Seat.......................................... 6
Rearview Mirrors........................... 26
Rear Window Defogger................. 25
Rear Window Wiper/Washer....... 25Reminder Lights
................... See"Warning Lights"
Replacement
Air Filter.................................... 78
Body and Fender Parts............ 96
Bulb............................................ 85
Engine Oil.................................. 66
Fuel Filter.................................. 78
Fuse........................................... 83
Oil Filter................................... 66
Radiator Coolant...................... 73
Spark Plugs............................... 79
Tire............................................ 89
Wiper Blades ............................ 81
Rust Prevention............................. 95Safety Defects, Reporting.......... 117
Safety Items................................... 44
Seat Belt Warning Light and Beeper................................................... 11
Seat Belts
Anchor Points .......................... 15
Automatic Belt........................... 8
Buckling the Rear SeatCombination Lap/ Shoulder Belts .................... 12
Child Restraint.......................... 14
Cleaning.................................... 16
Emergency Belt Release.......... 10
Fasten Seat Belt Warning Lightand Warning Beeper............ 11
Front Seat Belts ......................... 8
Inspection................................. 16
Installation of Child Seat.......... 15
Pregnant Women..................... 16
Rear Center Seat Belts............ 13
Releasing the Seat Belts.......... 10
Replacement............................ 16
Shoulder Belt Buckle ............. 106Seats
Front Seat................................... 5
Head Restraints.......................... 6
Rear Seat.................................... 6
Shoulder Belts .................................. 8
ShiftingAutomatic (CIVIC WAGON)... 49
Automatic (4WD)..................... 52
Manual ...................................... 46Main Menust Turn Signals.................................... 27
Vehicle Identification Number.... 110
Ventilation...................................... 33Warning Lights............................... 20
Warranty Service........................ 116
WasherRear Window Washer............. 25
Reservoir Capacity................ 108
Windshield Washer.................. 24
Washing.......................................... 93
Waxing............................................ 94
Windows Appearance Care ......... 93
Windshield Defogger..................... 38
Windshield Washer........................ 24
Windshield Wipers......................... 24
Wiper Blades.................................. 81
WipersRear Window Wipers .............. 25
Windshield Wipers................... 24Shift Lever Position Indicator....... 20
Spare TireChanging a Flat Tire ................. 99
COMPACT Spare Tire............. 97Spark Plugs
Replacement ............................ 79
Specifications.............................. 108
Speedometer................................. 19
Starting the Engine........................ 43
SteeringAnti-theft Column Lock .......... 42
Power Steering........................ 77
Tilt Steering.............................. 23
Stuck Car..................................... 105Tachometer.................................... 19
Tailgate ............................................. 4
Tailgate-open Indicator Light........ 22
Temperature Gauge, Coolant....... 19
Tilt Steering.................................... 23
TireAir Pressure.............................. 87
Additional 4WD Tire Information .............................................. 90
Balancing................................... 89
Chains........................................ 88
Changing a Flat Tire ................. 99
COMPACT Spare..................... 97
DOT Tire Quality Grades ...... 111
Inflation Pressures................... 87
Requirement........................... 111
Rotation.................................... 90
Snow Tires ............................... 88
Spare Tire................................. 97
Specification.......................... 108
Winter Driving .......................... 88
Towing.......................................... 104
TransmissionCapacity ................................. 108
Identification Number............ 110
Oil/Fluid..................................... 68
Shifting the Automatic(CIVIC WAGON)................... 49
Shifting the Automatic
(4WD)................................... 52
Shifting the Manual
Transmission........................ 46
Tread Wear.................................. 111
Trip Meter...................................... 19Main Menust Automobile Zone Office Locations
Western Zone P.O. Box 2260
700 Van Ness Avenue Torrance, California 90509-2260
(213) 781-4565Central Zone 101 South Stanfield Road
Troy, Ohio 45373
(513) 332-6250North Central Zone 601 Campus Drive, Suite A-9
Arlington Heights, Illinois 60004
(312) 870-5600Northwestern 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) 929-5481Northeastern Zone P.O. Box 337
Eastgate Industrial Park 115 Gaither Drive Moorestown, New Jersey 08057
(609) 235-5533Mid-Atlantic Zone 209 Perry Parkway, Suite 10
Gaithersburg, Maryland 20877
(301) 990-2020Southeastern Zone 1500 Morrison Parkway
Alpharetta, Georgia 30201
(404) 442-2045New England Zone 555 Old County Road
Windsor Locks, Connecticut 06096
(203) 623-3310West Central Zone 1600 South Abilene Street, Suite D
Aurora, Colorado 80012
(303) 696-3935Puerto Rico and U.S. V.I. Bella International
P.O. Box 816
Hato Rey, Puerto Rico 00919
(809) 765-8070The 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 US gal, 9.9 Imp gal)
Tire Pressure (measurd 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 87 — 90 .
Hood Release Pull handle under left side of dash.
Engine Oil Use "Energy Conserving II " SG grade oil.
5W — 30 preferred (see page 65 for complete viscosity recommendations). Capacity (including filter): 3.5 l (3.7 US q t, 3.1 Imp qt)
Rear Differential Oil (4WD)
Rear Differential Oil (4WD): SAE 90 or 80
Hypoid Gear Oil: See page 70 .Manual Transmission Oil
Use SF or SG grade oil. 10W — 30 or 10W — 40 preferred (see page 68 for complete viscosity recommendations). Capacity (including differential): CIVIC WAGON: 1.8 l (1.9 US q t, 1.6 Imp qt) 4WD: l(2.4 US qt , 2.0 Imp qt)
2.3
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 q t, 2.1 Imp qt) 3.2 l (3.4 US q t, 2.8 Imp qt) 4WD:
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. 1990 All Rights Reserved
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Main Menust 1991 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............................................................................................................................. 39
What gas to use, how to change gears, etc. Maintenance ....................................................................................................................................... 58
The Required Maintenance Schedule and some items you can service. Emergency Service .......................................................................................................................... Changing a flat, jump starting, towing. Specifications ................................................................................................................................... 108
Dimensions, weights and capacities. Consumer Information .................................................................................................................... 110
Reporting Safety Detects, warranty service, vehicle identification numbers, etc. Index ................................................................................................................................................ 118
Gas Station Information.. 97
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
This manual contains the safe operation and maintenance of your Honda CIVIC Wagon and CIVIC Wagon with Real Time ® Four-Wheel Drive (4WD).
information about
important
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.
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. 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
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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 locks automatically when closed.
left side of the driver's seat.
lever up at the
It
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.
Child Proof Door Locks The child proof door locks are de- signed to prevent accidental open- ing of the 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.
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Head Restraints The head restraints are designed to help reduce injuries due to whiplash. They are located at the top of each seat-back and have several height positions. They can be adjusted by pulling up to the recommended position. To lower them, slide the button next to the restraint's height bar, while pushing the restraint down. Adjust so the top of the restraint is approximately level with the tops of your ears.
If a head restraint must be removed (for cleaning, fabric repair, etc.) pull the restraint up to its highest posi- tion, then slide the button while pulling the restraint out. To reinstall, reverse the above pro- cedure.
Slide
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 seat can be folded separately.
1. Move the front seat-backs fully
forward.
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
STRAP
STRAP
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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. 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.
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 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 pages 14 — 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 knee bolsters. The shoulder belt should remain permanently latched. Always wear the lap belt in addition to the shoulder belt for full protection. The automatic and manual belts have emergency locking retractors designed to lock only during a sudden stop or impact. Otherwise, they allow some freedom of movement in the seat.
Operation 1. Enter the car and close the door the seat a completely. Move comfortable distance the steering wheel, sit straight up and well back in the seat.
from
Never drive the car with the doors ajar. The front doors must be closed completely for the front seat belts to function properly.
2. Turn the ignition ON. The shoulder belt buckle will move to its rear locked position. The length of the shoulder belt will adjust automatically to your body and seating position. Make sure the shoulder belt goes over your shoulder and across your body to evenly distribute the belt's restraining force. If the belt is too near your neck and throat, move toward the center of the seat.
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.
CAUTION: If the sunvisor is positioned near the door area, movement of the seat belt buckle can damage the sunvisor. Before opening or closing a front door, turning the ignition on or removing the key from the ignition, make sure the sunvisor is returned to its clip above the windshield.
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 106 for shoulder belt buckle operation.
3. Take hold of the lap belt's tongue plate 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 into the buckle until it clicks locked. Position the belt across your lap, low on your hipbone and below your abdomen. This way, if the car is involved in an accident you would be less likely to slide under the seat belts.
Pull the belt across your lap
TONGUE PLATE
Keep below hip bone
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Main Menust Seat Belts (cont'd)
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. 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 re- main buckled. In case of an emergen- cy, however, the shoulder belt can be released from the shoulder belt buckle by pushing the button. Relatch the shoulder belt before operating the car, making sure the belt is not twisted.
Push
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.
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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 if the driver's lap belt 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.
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 106 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 lights 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 authorized 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 occupant is 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 belts 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.
The seat belt should fit snugly against your body. The shoulder portion of the belt should go over your shoulder and across your body to evenly distribute the belt's restraining force. Check that the lap portion of the belt is positioned low on your hipbone and below your abdomen. This way, if the car is involved in an accident, you will be less likely to slide under the seat belts. If the belt is too near your neck and throat, move toward the center of the seat.
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.
Main Menust 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.
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
Main Menust Seat Belts (cont'd)
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. For smaller children, we strongly recommend the use of a 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 the child seat manufacturer's instructions when installing the child seat.
Children who have outgrown the child restraint system should use one of the seat belts.
Make sure the belt is snug against the child's body with the shoulder portion going over the shoulder and across the body to evenly distribute the belt's restraining force. Check that the lap portion of the belt is positioned low on the child's hipbone and below the abdomen. This way if the car is involved in an accident, the child will be less likely to slide under the seat belts. If the belt is too close to the child's neck or throat, you may want to consider putting the child in an automobile booster seat that meets the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS).
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 a 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.
Main Menust Seat Belts (cont'd)
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. If a rear seat lap belt is used, it 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.
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
HORN BUTTON
WIPER/ WASHER SWITCH
CENTER VENTS
DIGITAL CLOCK
H E A T I N G/ COOLING CONTROL PANEL
DASH CORNER VENT
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE
FUSE BOX
IGNITION SWITCH
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
