1998 Honda CR V Owners Manual

Front Seat Adjustments.............. 75
Driver's Seat Height

Adjustment............................... 76
Head Restraints........................... 77

Instruments and Controls

Rear Seat-back Adjustment........ 78
Rear Seat Armrest....................... 78
Reclining the Front and

Rear Seat-backs....................... 79
Folding Rear Seat........................ 80
Power Windows............................... 82
Mirrors.............................................. 83
Adjusting the Power Mirrors..... 84
Parking Brake.................................. 84
Digital Clock..................................... 85
Center Table..................................... 85
Beverage Holder.............................. 86
Built-in Table.................................... 87
Center Pocket.................................. 89
Storage Box...................................... 89
Cargo Floor Pockets........................ 89
Accessory Power Socket................ 90
Tailgate Pocket................................ 90
Cargo Hooks..................................... 91
Ashtrays............................................ 91
Interior Lights.................................. 92
Ceiling Light................................. 92
Spotlights...................................... 93
Cargo Area Light......................... 93
Ignition Switch Light................... 93

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Control Locations

POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.82)

MIRROR CONTROLS (P.84)

AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 104)

TAILGATE RELEASE (P.73)

HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.138)

Instruments and Controls

FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P.137)

HEATING/COOLING CONTROL (P.96)

The instrument panel has many indicators to give you important information about your vehicle.

Lamp Check These indicator lights come on when you turn the ignition switch ON (II), allowing you to see that they are working:

SRS Indicator Malfunction Indicator Lamp Charging System Indicator Low Oil Pressure Indicator Anti-lock Brake System Indicator Seat Belt Reminder Light D4 Lamp

If an indicator does not light during this test, it cannot alert you if that system develops a problem. Have the dealer check your vehicle for burned-out bulbs or other problems.

* The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian model are noted in the text.

Indicator Lights

HIGH BEAM INDICATOR

TAILGATE-OPEN INDICATOR

CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR

LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR

SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT

LOW FUEL INDICATOR

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR

CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR*

MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP

PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR*

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Indicator Lights

Low Oil Pressure Indicator

The engine can be severely damaged if this light flashes or stays on when the engine is running. For complete information, see page 260 .

Charging System Indicator

If this light comes on when the engine is running, the battery is not being charged. For complete information, see page 261.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp See page 262.

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Canada

U.S. BRAKE This light has two functions:

Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator

1. It lights as a reminder that you have not released the parking brake. Driving with the parking brake applied can damage the brakes and tires, and cause the Anti-lock brake system to turn off (see page 163 ).

2. If it remains lit after you release

the parking brake while the engine is running, or comes on while driving, it can indicate a problem in the brake system. For complete information, see page 263 .

Supplemental Restraint System Indicator

SRS This indicator lights when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). If it comes on at any other time, it indicates a problem in the supplemental restraint system. For complete information, see page 45.

Seat Belt Reminder Light

This indicator lights when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). It is a reminder to you and your passengers to protect yourselves by fastening the seat belts. A beeper also sounds if you have not fastened your seat belt.

If you do not fasten your seat belt, the beeper will stop after a few seconds but the light stays on until you do. Both the light and the beeper stay off if you fasten your seat belt before turning on the ignition.

Canada

U.S. A B S

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator

Only on cars equipped with ABS (see page 161) This light normally comes on when you turn the ignition switch ON (II) and goes off after the engine starts. If it comes on at any other time, there is a problem in the ABS. If this happens, take the vehicle to your dealer to have it checked. With the light on, your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock.

Low Fuel Indicator

This light comes on as a reminder that you must refuel soon.

High Beam Indicator

This light comes on with the high beam headlights. See page 58 for information on the headlight controls.

On Canadian models, this indicator comes on with reduced brightness when the Daytime Running Lights (DRL) are on (see page 58).

Cruise Control Indicator

CRUISE CONTROL This lights when you set the cruise control. See page 64 for information on operating the cruise control.

Tailgate-open Indicator

This light comes on if the tailgate is not closed tightly.

Indicator Lights

Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators The left or right turn signal light blinks when you signal a lane change or turn. If the light does not blink or blinks rapidly, it usually means one of the turn signal bulbs is burned out (see page 229). Replace the bulb as soon as possible, since other drivers cannot see that you are signalling.

When you turn on the Hazard Warning switch, both turn signal lights blink. All turn signals on the outside of the vehicle should flash.

Instruments and Controls

Gauges

TACHOMETER

TRIP METER

SPEEDOMETER

FUEL GAUGE

ODOMETER

MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR

TRIP METER RESET BUTTON

TEMPERATURE GAUGE

Speedometer U.S. Models This shows your speed in miles per hour (mph). The smaller inner numbers are the speed in kilometers per hour (km/h).

Tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). To protect the engine from damage, never drive with the tachometer needle in the red zone.

Canadian Models This shows your speed in kilometers per hour (km/h). The smaller inner numbers are the speed in miles per hour (mph).

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Odometer The odometer shows the total dis- tance your vehicle has been driven. It measures miles in U.S. models and kilometers in Canadian models. It is illegal under federal law (in the U.S.) and provincial regulations (in Canada) to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to change the number of miles or kilometers indicated.

Trip Meter This meter shows the number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) driven since you last reset it. To reset it, push the trip meter reset button.

TACHOMETER

TRIP METER

SPEEDOMETER

FUEL GAUGE

ODOMETER

TRIP METER RESET BUTTON

TEMPERATURE GAUGE

Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you have. It is most accurate when the vehicle is on level ground. It may show slightly more or less than the actual amount when you are driving on curvy or hilly roads.

The gauge stays at the same fuel level reading after you turn off the ignition. When you add fuel, the gauge slowly changes to the new reading after you turn the ignition switch back ON (II).

Gauges

Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the engine's coolant. During normal operation, the pointer should rise from the bottom white mark to about the middle of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving, the pointer may rise to the upper white zone. If it reaches the red (Hot) mark, pull safely to the side of the road. Turn to page 258 for instructions and precautions on checking the engine's cooling system.

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When the distance driven since the last scheduled maintenance nears 7,500 miles (12,000 km), the indicator will turn yellow. If you exceed 7,500 miles (12,000 km), the indicator will turn red.

Your dealer will reset the indicator when he performs the scheduled maintenance. If someone else performs the maintenance, reset the indicator by inserting your key in the slot beside the indicator.

Gauges

Maintenance Required Indicator

SLOT

INDICATOR

U.S. Models This indicator reminds you that it is nearing 7,500 miles (12,000 km) since the last scheduled maintenance. Refer to the Maintenance Schedules for Normal and Severe Driving Conditions on pages 184 — 188 .

Instruments and Controls

The two levers on the steering column contain controls for driving features you use most often. The left lever controls the turn signals, headlights, and high beams. The right lever controls the windshield washers and wipers.

The hazard warning switch is on the dashboard between the center air vents.

The controls near the left air vent are for the power windows and power mirrors.

The tilt adjustment lever on the underside of the steering column allows you to tilt the steering wheel.

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS

HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS

MIRROR CONTROLS

SHIFT LEVER

WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS

POWER WINDOW SWITCHES

TILT ADJUSTMENT

HORN BUTTONS

Instruments and Controls

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

Headlights

If you leave the lights on with the ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0), you will hear a reminder beeper when you open the driver's door.

position turns

The rotating switch on the left lever controls the lights. Turning this switch to the on the parking lights, taillights, instrument panel lights, side-marker lights, and rear license plate lights. Turning the switch to the position turns on the headlights.

Instruments and Controls

To change between low beams and high beams, pull the turn signal lever until you hear a click, then let go. The blue high beam indicator will light (see page 53 ).

To flash the high beams, pull the turn signal lever back lightly, then release it. The high beams will come on and go off.

The high beams will stay on for as long as you hold the lever back, no matter what position the headlight switch is in.

Daytime Running Lights (Canadian Models) With the headlight switch off, the high beam headlights come on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II) and release the parking brake. They remain on until you turn the ignition off, even if you set the parking brake.

The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn them on with the switch.

Instrument Panel Brightness

Turn Signals

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

To signal a lane change, push lightly on the turn signal lever in the proper direction and hold it. The lever will return to the center position as soon as you release it.

The dial on the dashboard to the left of the instrument panel controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights. Turn the dial to adjust the brightness.

TURN SIGNAL LEVER Signal a turn or lane change with this lever. Push down on the lever to signal a left turn, and up to signal a right turn. If you push it up or down all the way, the turn signal continues to blink even when you release the lever. It shuts off automatically as you complete the turn.

Instruments and Controls

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

Windshield Wipers

Windshield Washers

To operate the wipers in mist mode, push the control lever down. The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever. This gives you a quick way to clear the windshield.

To clean the windshield, pull back on the wiper control lever. The washers spray until you release the lever.

On Canadian models The wipers run at low speed while you're pulling the lever, then complete one more sweep of the windshield after you release it.

The right lever controls the wind- shield wipers and washers. The rotary switch at the end of the lever has three positions: INT: intermittent

: low speed : high speed

In intermittent, the wipers operate every few seconds. In low speed and high speed, the wipers run continu- ously.

Instruments and Controls

Rear Window Wiper and Washer

Hazard Warning

Rear Window Defogger

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

The rear window wiper switch is located next to the windshield wiper switch.

To activate the rear windshield wiper, turn the switch "ON". The wiper operates intermittently. If you wish to use the wiper and washer, turn and hold the switch one position up from "ON". To use the washer only, turn and hold the switch one position down from "OFF".

Push the red button between the center air vents to turn on the hazard warning lights (four-way flashers). This causes all four outside turn signals and both indicators in the instrument panel to flash. Use the hazard warning lights if you need to park in a dangerous area near heavy traffic, or if your car is disabled.

The rear window defogger will clear fog, frost, and thin ice from the window. Push the defogger button to turn it on and off. The light in the button lights to show the defogger is on. If you do not turn it off, the defogger will shut itself off after about 25 minutes. It also shuts off when you turn off the ignition. You have to turn it on again when you restart the vehicle.

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Controls Near the Steering Wheel

Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive.

The defogger wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. When cleaning the glass, always wipe side to side.

Steering Wheel Adjustment See page 16 for important safety information about how to properly position the steering wheel. Make any steering wheel adjustment before you start driving.

Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose control of the vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash.

Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped.

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Controls Near the Steering Wheel

3. Push the lever up to lock the

steering wheel in that position.

4. Make sure you have securely

locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up and down.

To adjust the steering wheel upward or downward:

1. Push the lever under the steering

column all the way down.

2. Move the steering wheel to the

desired position, making sure the wheel points toward your chest, not toward your face. Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and the indicator lights.

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Steering Wheel Controls

Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. It should be used for cruising on straight, open highways. It is not recommended for conditions such as city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather. You should have full control of the vehicle under those conditions.

Improper use of the cruise control can lead to a crash.

Use the cruise control only when traveling on open highways in good weather.

Instruments and Controls

NOTICE

Using the Cruise Control

The cruise control, as it operates, moves the accelerator pedal. You can damage your vehicle's accelerator mechanism by resting your foot under the pedal and blocking the movement.

1. Push in the Cruise Control Master

Switch to the left of the steering column. The indicator in the switch will light.

2. Accelerate to the desired cruising

speed above 25 mph (40 km/h).

Changing the Set Speed You can increase the set cruising speed in either of two ways:

Press and hold the RESUME/ accel button. The vehicle will accelerate slowly. When you reach the desired cruising speed, release the button.

Push on the accelerator pedal. Ac- celerate to the desired cruising speed and press the SET/decel button.

Steering Wheel Controls

You can decrease the set cruising speed in either of two ways:

Press and hold the SET/decel button. The vehicle will decelerate. Release the button when you reach the desired speed.

Tap the brake pedal lightly with your foot. The CRUISE CONTROL light on the instru- ment panel will go out. When the vehicle slows to the desired speed, press the SET/decel button. The vehicle will then maintain the desired speed.

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RESUME/ accel SET/decel

3. Press and hold the SET/decel

button on the steering wheel until the CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel comes on. This shows the system is now activated. The cruise control may not hold the set speed when you are going up or down hills. When climing a steep hill, the automatic transmission may downshift to hold the set speed.

Steering Wheel Controls

Even with the cruise control turned on, you can still use the accelerator pedal to speed up for passing. After completing the pass, take your foot off the accelerator pedal. The vehicle will return to the set cruising speed.

Resting your foot on the brake pedal will cause the cruise control to cancel.

Instruments and Controls

Cancelling the Cruise Control You can cancel the cruise control in any of these ways:

Tap the brake pedal.

Press the SET/decel and RE- SUME/accel buttons at the same time.

Press the Cruise Control Master Switch.

When you tap the brake pedal, or press the SET and RESUME buttons at the same time, the CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel will go out and the car will begin to slow down. You can use the accelerator pedal in the normal way.

If you use the brake pedal to cancel cruise control, the system remembers the previously-set cruising speed. To return to that speed, accelerate to above 25 mph

(40 km/h) and press the RESUME/ accel button until the CRUISE CON- TROL light comes on. The car will accelerate to the same cruising speed as before.

If you cancel cruise control by pressing the SET and RESUME buttons at the same time, the previously-set cruising speed is erased. To use the cruise control, accelerate to the desired cruising speed and press the SET/decel button.

Pressing the Cruise Control Master Switch turns the system completely off and erases the previous cruising speed from memory. To use the system again, refer to Using the Cruise Control.

Keys

VALET KEY

MASTER KEY

MASTER KEY

KEY NUMBER PLATE

Your vehicle comes with two kinds of keys: a master key and a valet key. The master key fits all locks on your vehicle:

Ignition Doors Glove box Tailgate

The valet key works only in the ignition and the door locks. You can keep the glove box locked when you leave your vehicle and valet key at a parking facility.

You should have received a key number plate with your set of keys. You will need this key number if you ever have to get a lost key replaced. Keep the plate stored in a safe place.

When replacing keys, use only Honda-approved key blanks.

Remote Transmitter Some models also come with two remote transmitters; see page 70 for an explanation of their operation.

Keys and Locks

Ignition Switch

The ignition switch is on the right side of the steering column. It has four positions:

LOCK (0) ACCESSORY (I) ON (II) START (III)

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Keys and Locks

LOCK (0) — You can insert or remove the key only in this position. To switch from ACCESSORY to LOCK, you must push the key in slightly as you turn it. If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, it must also be in Park. The anti-theft lock will lock the steering column when you remove the key. If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may sometimes make it difficult to turn the key from LOCK to ACCESSORY. Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or to the right as you turn the key.

Removing the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering. This can cause you to lose control.

Remove the key from the ignition switch only when parked.

Instruments and Controls

ACCESSORY (I) — In this position, you can operate the audio system and the accessory power socket.

Door Locks

LOCK TAB

ON (II) — This is the normal key position when driving. All features and accessories on the vehicle are usable. Several of the lights on the instrument panel come on as a test when you turn the ignition switch from ACCESSORY to ON (see page 51).

START (III) — Use this position only to start the engine. The switch returns to ON (II) when you let go of the key.

You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key in the ignition switch in the LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I) position and open the driver's door. Remove the key to turn off the beeper.

Each door has a lock tab on the top. Push the tab down to lock the door and pull it up to unlock.

To lock any passenger's door when getting out of the vehicle, push the lock tab down and close the door. To lock the driver's door, pull the outside door handle and push the lock tab down. Release the handle, then close the door.

Power Door Locks

Keys and Locks

All doors lock when you push down the lock tab on the driver's door, or lock the driver's door from the outside with the key. Only the driver's door unlocks when you use the key or lock tab. To unlock the passen- gers' doors, use the master door lock switch or the lock tab on each door.

The front doors can be locked and unlocked from the outside with the key.

MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH

The master door lock switch allows control of all door locks from the driver's door. Push the switch down to lock all doors, and up to unlock them.

Instruments and Controls

Horn Operation The horn will sound when you push the LOCK button twice within five seconds after first push.

Keys and Locks

Remote Transmitter

LED

UNLOCK BUTTON

LOCK BUTTON

TAILGATE RELEASE BUTTON

PANIC BUTTON

On EX model You can lock and unlock your vehicle with the remote transmitter. When you push the LOCK button, all doors lock.

When you push the UNLOCK button once, only the driver's door unlocks. The remaining doors unlock when you push the button a second time.

Instruments and Controls

The ceiling light (if the ceiling light switch is in the center position) will come on when you press the UNLOCK button. If you do not open any of the doors, the light will go out in about 30 seconds and the doors will automatically relock. If you relock the doors with the remote transmitter before 30 seconds have elapsed, the light will go off immediately.

You cannot lock or unlock the doors with the remote transmitter if any door is not fully closed or the key is in the ignition switch.

To open the tailgate, push and hold the TAILGATE RELEASE button for approximately one second.

Replacing the Battery When the remote transmitter's battery begins to get weak, it may take several pushes on the button to lock or unlock the doors, and the LED will get dim. Replace the battery as soon as possible.

Battery type: CR2025

Panic Mode Panic mode allows you to remotely activate your vehicle's security system to attract attention. When activated, the horn will sound for about 30 seconds. To activate panic mode, press and hold the PANIC button for about one second.

To cancel Panic mode before 30
seconds, press any button on the remote transmitter. You can also turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

Panic mode will not activate if the key is in the ignition switch.

Keys and Locks

Open

Close

To replace the battery, remove the round cover on the back of the trans- mitter by turning it counterclockwise with a coin.

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Keys and Locks

BATTERY

ROUND COVER

CUSHION RING

Remove the old battery and note the polarity. Make sure the polarity of the new battery is the same (+ side facing up), then insert it in the transmitter.

Reinstall the 0-ring. Align the

mark on the cover with the mark on the transmitter,

then set the cover in place and turn it clockwise.

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Transmitter Care Avoid severe shock to the trans- mitter, such as dropping or throwing it. Also, protect it from extreme hot or cold temperatures.

Clean the transmitter case with a soft cloth. Do not use strong cleaners or solvents that could harm the case. Immersing the transmitter in any liquid will harm the trans- mitter and cause it to not function properly.

If you lose a transmitter, you will need to have the replacement programmed to your vehicle's system by your Honda dealer. Any other transmitters you have will also need to be reprogrammed.

As required by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This device complies with DOC regulations in Canada.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the parly responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Childproof Door Locks

Tailgate

LEVER

KEY

Keys and Locks

1. You can open the tailgate in two

ways:

Use the ignition key to open the tailgate lock.

TAILGATE UNLOCK BUTTON Push the tailgate unlock button on the dashboard under the left air vent.

The childproof door locks are designed to prevent children seated in the rear from accidentally opening the rear doors. Each rear door has a lock lever near the edge. With the lever in the LOCK position, the door cannot be opened from the inside regardless of the position of the lock tab. To open the door, pull the lock tab up and use the outside door handle.

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Keys and Locks

HATCH GLASS

HANDLE

DOOR

STOP

2. The hatch glass will pop up

slightly.

4. Pull the handle on the door and

pull the door open.

3. Lift up the hatch glass fully.

To close the tailgate, always close the lower door first. Then, lower the hatch glass and press on it until it latches. Make sure the door and the hatch glass are locked securely before driving.

To keep the tailgate door open on an incline, use the stop in the tool kit. The tool kit is in the right cargo floor pocket. Put the stop on the support strut as shown.

Instruments and Controls

Keys and Locks, Seats

Front Seat Adjustments Seepages 10 — 12 for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. Adjust the seat before you start driving.

An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt.

Always keep the glove box closed while driving.

Glove Box

Open the glove box by pulling the bottom of the handle. Close it with a firm push. Lock or unlock the glove box with the master key.

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Seats

Driver's Seat Height Adjustment

To adjust the seat forward and backward, pull up on the lever under the seat cushion's front edge. Move the seat to the desired position and release the lever. Try to move the seat to make sure it is locked in position.

To change the angle of the seat-back, pull up on the lever on the outside of the seat bottom. Move the seat-back to the desired position and release the lever. Let the seat-back latch in the new position.

To adjust the height of the driver's seat, turn the dial on the outside of the seat bottom.

Instruments and Controls

Head Restraints See page 12 for important safety information and a warning about how to properly position the head restraints. The head restraints are designed to help reduce the risk of neck injuries. Your Honda has adjustable head restraints in all the outside seating positions. Adjust the head restraint so the top is even with the tops of your ears.

RELEASE BUTTON

The head restraints adjust for height. You need both hands to adjust the restraint. Do not attempt to adjust it while driving. To raise it, pull upward. To lower the restraint, push the release button sideways and push the restraint down.

Seats

To remove a head restraint for cleaning or repair, pull it up as far as it will go. Push the release button and pull the restraint out of the seat- back.

Instruments and Controls

Seats

Rear Seat-back Adjustment See pages 10 — 12 for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs.

Rear Seat Armrest

The angle of the rear seat-backs can be adjusted separately. To change the angle of the seat-back, pull up on the knob on the top of the seat-back. Move the seat-back to the desired position, then release the knob. Make sure the seat-back latches in the new position.

The rear seat armrest is located at the center of the rear seat. Pivot it down to use it.

Instruments and Controls

Reclining the Front and Rear Seat-backs

EX model

Seats

You can recline the seat-backs on the front and rear seats to make a large cushioned area. To do this:

1. Remove the front seat head

restraint and put it in the pocket of the seat-back.

2. Lift the lever and slide the front seat forward as far as it will go. Pull up the seat-back angle adjustment lever, then pivot the seat-back backward. Release the lever when the seat-back is even with the cushion on the rear seat.

3. Pull up the lever on the side of the rear seat. Lift the rear edge of the seat bottom until the seat latches.

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Seats

Reverse this procedure to return the seats to their upright positions. Make sure you install the head restraints, and that the seats are locked securely in place before driving.

Folding Rear Seat

4. Pull up on the knob on top of the seat-back and pivot the rear seat- back backward. Release the knob when the seat-back is reclined as far as it will go.

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The left and right halves of the rear seat can be folded up separately to create more cargo space.

1. Store the latch plate for the center lap belt by rolling up the belt and pushing it into the seat pocket.

STRAP

2. Pull the strap to release the seat

bottom. Pivot the seat bottom forward.

3. Remove the head restraint and

pull up on the knob on the top of the seat-back. Pivot the seat-back forward.

Seats

Put the head restraint behind the seat bottom as shown. Pass the fastening strap in through the hole of head restraint and fasten it with the Velcro strap.

Reverse this procedure to return the seat to the upright position. Make sure that the seat is locked securely before driving.

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Seats, Power Windows

Make sure any items stored in the cargo area are tied down. Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you have to brake hard.

Instruments and Controls

Power Windows Your vehicle's windows are electri- cally-powered. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) to raise or lower any window.

Each door has a switch that controls its window. To open the window, push the switch down and hold it. Release the switch when you want the window to stop. Close the window by pushing the switch up and holding it.

DRIVER'S WINDOW SWITCH

MAIN SWITCH

There is a master power window control panel on the dashboard. To open any of the passengers' windows, push down on the appropriate switch and hold it down until the window reaches the desired position. To close the window, push up on the window switch. Release the switch when the window gets to the position you want.

Closing a power window on a child's hands or fingers can cause serious injury.

Make sure your children are away from the windows before closing them.

The master control panel also con- tains these extra features:

AUTO — To open the driver's window fully, push the window switch firmly down and release it. The window automatically goes all the way down. To stop the window from going all the way down, push the window switch up briefly. To open the driver's window only partially, push the window switch down lightly and hold it. The window will stop as soon as you release the switch.

Power Windows, Mirrors

The AUTO function only works to lower the driver's window. To raise the window, you must push the window switch up and hold it until the window reaches the desired position.

Mirrors

TAB

The MAIN switch controls power to the passengers' windows. With this switch off, the passengers' windows cannot be raised or lowered. The MAIN switch does not affect the driver's window. Keep the MAIN switch off when you have children in the vehicle so they do not injure themselves by operating the windows unintentionally.

Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. Be sure to adjust the mirrors before you start driving.

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

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Mirrors, Parking Brake

Adjusting the Power Mirrors

Parking Brake

SELECTOR SWITCH

ADJUSTMENT SWITCH

Adjust the outside mirrors with the adjustment switch on the left side of the dashboard:

3. Push the appropriate edge of the

adjustment switch to move the mirror right, left, up or down.

1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).

2. Move the selector switch to L

(driver's side) or R (passenger's side).

4. When you finish, move the

selector switch to the center (off) position. This turns off the adjustment switch so you can't move a mirror out of position by accidentally bumping the switch.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER

To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up fully. To release it, pull up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever. The parking brake light on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released (see page 52 ).

Instruments and Controls

Digital Clock

R (RESET)

The digital clock displays the time with the ignition switch ON (II). To set the clock:

You can use the RESET button to quickly set the time to the nearest hour. If the displayed time is before the half hour, pressing RESET button sets the clock back to the previous hour. If the displayed time is after the half hour, pressing RESET button sets the clock for- ward to the beginning of the next hour.

For example:

1:06 would RESET to 1:00. 1:52 would RESET to 2:00.

1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II) to

display the time.

2. Press and hold the H button until the hour advances to the desired hour.

3. Press and hold the M button until

the numbers advance to the desired minutes.

Digital Clock, Center Table

Center Table

To use the center table, pull up the outside edge of the table until it latches. To store it, pull the lever and swing the table down.

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Instruments and Controls

Center Table, Beverage Holder

Beverage Holder

Automatic Transmission model only To use the beverage holder, pull on the front. Push the holder all the way in to close it.

The center table also has a beverage holder.

Sitting on or getting under the table, or putting heavy objects on the table may damage or deform the table.

Do not put any items on the table while driving. They may fall down or fly around when you go around corners or brake hard.

Instruments and Controls

Beverage Holder, Built-in Table

Built-in Table

Use the beverage holder only when the vehicle is parked. If you place cups in the holder while driving, the liquid may spill when you go over bumps or around corners. Be careful when you are using the beverage holder. A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers. Spilled liquids can also damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in the interior.

The cargo area floor can be taken out and used as a table.

HANDLE

To remove the table, pull up the carpet. Lift and pull on the handle to slide the table out.

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Instruments and Controls

Built-in Table

Unfold the legs. Lock them in place by pushing on the middle of the locking arms. Make sure all four are locked.

Instruments and Controls

To fold the legs, pull on the middle of each locking arm.

Put the projections on the table into the holes in the cargo area floor.

Using the Built-in Table

Be sure to lock the legs of the table., Do not stand on the table. Do not put a weight of over 44 Ibs (20 kg) on the table. Hot items such as pots, pans, or kettles should not be placed directly on the table.

Center Pocket, Storage Box, Cargo Floor Pockets

Center Pocket

Storage Box

Cargo Floor Pockets

Automatic Transmission model only Open the center pocket by pushing the handle down. Close it with a firm push.

A storage box is located under the front passenger's seat. To use it, pull upward slightly on the front center edge of the box to disengage the locking tabs then pull forward to slide the box out.

You can store small items in the pockets located on both sides of the cargo area.

Instruments and Controls

Accessory Power Socket, Tailgate Pocket

Accessory Power Socket

Tailgate Pocket

There are two accessory power sockets: one in the dashboard by the front ashtray and the other on the left side of the cargo area.

To use the accessory power socket, pull down the cover. The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II).

To use the tailgate pocket, turn the knobs and remove the lid. Items stored in this pocket can be secured by the belts inside the pocket.

These sockets are intended to supply power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less (10
amps).

They will not power an automotive type cigarette lighter element.

Instruments and Controls

Cargo Hooks

Cargo Hooks, Ashtrays

Ashtrays

ASHTRAY

HOOKS

The hooks on the floor of the cargo area enable you to tie down items stored in the back. Make sure all stored items are secured before driving.

The hook on the tailgate door pivots, allowing items to be stored in different ways. Make sure any items put on this hook weigh less than 6.5
Ibs (3 kg), or you could damage the hook.

Do not open or close the tailgate door with cargo on this hook.

Open the front ashtray by pulling on the bottom edge. Push it in to close it. To remove the ashtray for emptying, push down on the metal plate inside, then pull the ashtray out completely.

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Instruments and Controls

Ashtrays, Interior Lights

ASHTRAY

The rear ashtrays are in the front lower corner of each door. Open the ashtray by swinging the upper edge of the lid down. To remove the ashtray for emptying, open it, then lift up and out.

Instruments and Controls

NOTICE

Ceiling Light

Use the ashtrays only for cigarettes, cigars and other smoking materials. To prevent a possible fire and damage to your vehicle, don 't put paper or other things that can burn in the ashtrays.

ON

DOOR ACTIVATED

The ceiling light has a three-position switch. In the OFF position, the light does not come on. In the center position, the ceiling light comes on when you open any door. In the ON position, the ceiling light stays on continuously.

Spotlights

Cargo Area Light

Ignition Switch Light

IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT

Interior Lights

Turn on the spotlight by pushing the button next to each light. Push the button again to turn it off. You can use the spotlights at all times.

DOOR ACTIVATED

The cargo area light has a three- position switch. In the OFF position, the light does not come on. In the center position, the light comes on when you open the tailgate. In the ON position, the light stays on continuously.

The ignition switch light comes on when you open the driver's door, and stays on several seconds after you close the door.

Instruments and Controls

The heating and air conditioning systems in your Honda provide a comfortable driving environment in all weather conditions.

The standard audio system has many features. This section de- scribes those features and how to use them. (If you selected an optional audio system, refer to the operating instructions that came with it.)

Comfort and Convenience Features

Heating and Cooling........................ 96
What Each Control Does............ 96
How to Use the System............... 98
To Turn Everything Off........... 103
Audio System................................. 104
Audio System (LX Model)............ 105

A M / FM Stereo Audio

System..................................... 105
Operating the Radio.................. 105
Adjusting the Sound.................. 107
Radio Frequencies..................... 108
Radio Reception......................... 108
Operating the Optional

Cassette Player...................... 110

Caring for the Cassette

Player...................................... 112

Operating the Optional CD

Player/Changer..................... 113
Protecting Compact Discs........ 115
CD Changer Error

Indications.............................. 116

Audio System (EX Model)............ 117
A M / F M / CD Audio System..... 117
Operating the Radio.................. 118
Adjusting the Sound.................. 121
Audio System Lighting............. 122
Radio Frequencies..................... 122
Radio Reception......................... 122
Operating the CD Player.......... 124
Operating the CD Changer...... 126
Protecting Compact Discs........ 127
CD Player Error Indications..... 128
CD Changer Error

Indications.............................. 129

Operating the Cassette

Player...................................... 130
Tape Search Functions............. 131
Caring for the Cassette

Player...................................... 133
Theft Protection........................ 134

Comfort and Convenience Features

Heating and Cooling

Proper use of the Heating and Cooling system can make the interior dry and comfortable, and keep the windows clear for best visibility.

What Each Control Does

Fan Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise increases the fan's speed, which increases air flow.

Temperature Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise increases the temperature of the air flow.

Air Conditioning (A/C) Button This button turns the air condi- tioning ON and OFF. The indicator in the button lights when the A/C is on.

Comfort and Convenience Features

MODE CONTROL DIAL

RECIRCULATION BUTTON

AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH

FAN CONTROL DIAL

TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL

Recirculation Button This button controls the source of the air going into the system. When the indicator in this button is lit, air from the vehicle's interior is sent through the system again (Recircula- tion mode). When the indicator is off, air is brought in from outside the vehicle (Fresh Air mode).

Mode Control Dial Use the MODE control dial to select the vents the air flows from.

Air flows from the center

and corner vents in the dashboard.

Air flow is divided between the vents in the dashboard and the floor vents.

Air flows from the floor

vents.

Air flow is divided between

the floor vents and the defroster vents at the base of the windshield.

Air flows from the defroster vents at the base of the windshield.

When you select automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A/C.

the system

Heating and Cooling

Comfort and Convenience Features

Heating and Cooling

Vent Controls

CENTER VENT

SIDE VENT

Open

Close

You can adjust the direction of the air coming from the dashboard vents by moving the tab in the center of each vent up-and-down and side-to- side.

The vents in the corners of the dashboard can be opened and closed with the dials next to them.

How to Use the System This section covers how to set up the system controls for ventilation, heating, cooling, dehumidifying, and defrosting.

The engine must be running for the heater and air conditioning to generate hot and cold air. The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air. If the engine is cold, it will be several minutes before you feel warm air coming from the system. The air conditioning does not rely on engine temperature.

Comfort and Convenience Features

It is best to leave the system in Fresh Air mode under almost all conditions. Keeping the system in Recirculation mode, particularly with the A/C off, can cause the windows to fog up. Switch to Recirculation mode when you are driving through smoky or dusty conditions, then switch back to Fresh Air mode when the condition clears.

The outside air intakes for the heating and cooling system are at the base of the windshield. Keep these clear of leaves and other debris.

Heating and Cooling

AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH

MODE CONTROL DIAL

FAN CONTROL DIAL

TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL

Ventilation The flow-through ventilation system draws in outside air, circulates it through the interior, then exhausts it through vents near the rear window.

1. Turn the temperature control dial

all the way to the left. Make sure the A/C is off.

2. Select 3. Set the fan to the desired speed.

and Fresh Air mode.

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Comfort and Convenience Features

Heating and Cooling

To Cool with A/C 1. Turn on the A/C by pressing the

button. The light in the button should come on.

2. Make sure the temperature

control dial is all the way counterclockwise.

3. Select 4. Set the fan to the desired speed.

and Fresh Air mode.

If the interior is very warm from being parked in the sun, you can cool it down more rapidly by setting up the controls this way:

1. Start the engine. 2. Turn on the A/C by pressing the button. Make sure the tempera- ture control dial is all the way counterclockwise.

3. Set the fan to maximum speed. 4. Open the windows partially. Select

and Recirculation mode.

Comfort and Convenience Features

MODE CONTROL DIAL

RECIRCULATION BUTTON

AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH

REAR DEFOGGER SWITCH

FAN CONTROL DIAL

TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL

When the interior has cooled down to a more comfortable temperature, close the windows and set the controls as described for normal cooling.

Air conditioning places an extra load on the engine. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 55) when driving in stop-and-go traffic or climbing a long, steep hill. If it moves near the red zone, turn off the A/C until the gauge reads normally.

To Heat To warm the interior:

1. Start the engine. 2. Select 3. Set the fan to the desired speed. 4. Adjust the warmth of the air with

and Fresh Air mode.

the temperature control dial.

To Heat and Dehumidify with Air Conditioning Air conditioning, as it cools, removes moisture from the air. When used in combination with the heater, it makes the interior warm and dry.

1. Switch the fan on. 2. Turn on the air conditioning. 3. Select 4. Adjust the temperature control

and Fresh Air mode.

dial so the mixture of heated and cooled air feels comfortable.

This setting is suitable for all driving conditions whenever the outside temperature is above 32°F (0°C).

Heating and Cooling

To Defog and Defrost To remove fog from the inside of the windows:

1. Switch the fan on. 2. Select

When you select system automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A/C.

the

3. Adjust the temperature control

dial so the air flow from the defroster vents feels warm.

4. Turn on the rear window defogger

to help clear the rear window. When you switch to another mode from Press the A/C button to turn it off.

the A/C stays on.

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Comfort and Convenience Features

Heating and Cooling

To remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield and side windows after the vehicle has been sitting out in cold weather:

1. Start the engine. 2. Select

When you select system automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A/C.

the

3. Switch the fan and temperature

controls to maximum.

To rapidly remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield (on very cold days), first select the Recirculation mode. Once the windshield is clear, select the Fresh Air mode to avoid fogging the windows.

Comfort and Convenience Features

MODE CONTROL DIAL

RECIRCULATION BUTTON

AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH

REAR DEFOGGER SWITCH

FAN CONTROL DIAL

TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL

Heating and Cooling

These settings direct all the air flow to the defroster vents at the base of the windshield and the side window defroster vents. The air flow will get warmer and clear the windows faster as the engine warms up. You can close the side vents with the dial beside each vent. This will send more warm air to the windshield defroster vents.

For safety, make sure you have a clear view through all the windows before driving away.

To Turn Everything Off To shut off the system temporarily, turn the fan speed and temperature control dials all the way to the left.

You should shut the system completely off only for the first few minutes of driving in cold weather, until the engine coolant warms up enough to operate the heater. Keep the fan on at all other times so stale air does not build up in the interior.

Comfort and Convenience Features

Audio System

Your vehicle should have one of the audio systems described in this section. Read the appropriate pages in this section for operation of the audio systems installed in your vehicle.

page 105 to 116 for LX Model page 117 to 132 for EX Model

Also, read page 112 or 133 for how to take care of your cassette player.

If your vehicle has a different audio system from these two types, read the radio manufacturer's manual that came with your vehicle for its operation.

LX Model

EX Model

Comfort and Convenience Features

A M / FM Stereo Audio System For LX model Your Honda's audio system provides clear reception on both AM and FM bands, while the preset buttons allow you to easily select your favorite stations.

A cassette player, CD player or CD changer is available as optional equipment.

Audio System

Operating the Radio The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) to operate the audio system. Turn the system on by pressing the PWR/ VOL knob or the AM/FM button. Adjust the volume by turning the knob.

The band and frequency that the radio was last tuned to is displayed. To change bands, press the AM/FM button. On the FM band, ST will be displayed if the station is broadcast- ing in stereo. Stereo reproduction on AM is not available.

You can use any of three methods to find radio stations on the selected band: TUNE, SEEK, or the Preset buttons.

TUNE — Use the TUNE/SEEK bar to tune the radio to a desired frequency. Press the right side ( to tune to a higher frequency, or the

) to tune to a lower

left side ( frequency. The frequency numbers will start to change rapidly. Release the bar when the display reaches the desired frequency. To change the frequency in small increments, press and release the TUNE/SEEK bar quickly.

SEEK — The SEEK function searches the band for a station with a strong signal. To activate it, press the TUNE/SEEK bar until you hear a beep, then release it. Depending on which side of the bar you press, the system scans upward or downward from the current frequency. It stops when it finds a station with a strong signal.

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Comfort and Convenience Features

Audio System

To store a frequency:

LX Model

PWR/VOL KNOB

STEREO INDICATOR

AM/FM BUTTON

TUNE/SEEK BAR

PRESET BUTTONS

1. Select the desired band, AM or FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store two frequencies with each Preset