1998 Honda CR V Owners Manual

solution, and rinse them thoroughly.

The wheels have a protective clear- coat that keeps the aluminum from corroding and tarnishing. Using harsh chemicals, including some commercial wheel cleaners, or stiff brushes can damage this clear-coat. Only use a mild detergent and soft brush or sponge to clean the wheels.

Waxing Always wash and dry the whole vehicle before waxing it. You should wax your vehicle, including the metal trim, whenever water sits on the surface in large patches. It should form into beads or droplets after waxing.

You should use a quality liquid or paste wax. Apply it according to the instructions on the container. In general, there are two types of products:

Waxes — A wax coats the finish and protects it from damage by exposure to sunlight, air pollution, etc. You should use a wax on your Honda when it is new.

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Exterior Care

Paint Touch-up Your dealer has touch-up paint to match your vehicle's color. The color code is printed on a sticker on the driver's doorjamb. Take this code to your dealer so you are sure to get the correct color.

Inspect your vehicle frequently for chips or scratches in the paint. Repair them right away to prevent corrosion of the metal underneath. Use the touch-up paint only on small chips and scratches. More extensive paint damage should be repaired by a professional.

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Carpeting Vacuum the carpeting frequently to remove dirt. Ground-in dirt will make the carpet wear out faster. Periodically shampoo the carpet to keep it looking new. Use one of the foam-type carpet cleaners on the market. Follow the instructions that come with the cleaner, applying it with a sponge or soft brush. Keep the carpeting as dry as possible by not adding water to the foam.

Fabric Vacuum dirt and dust out of the material frequently. For general cleaning, use a solution of mild soap and lukewarm water, letting it air dry. To clean off stubborn spots, use a commercially-available fabric cleaner. Test it on a hidden area of the fabric first, to make sure it does not bleach or stain the fabric. Follow the instructions that come with the cleaner.

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Vinyl Remove dirt and dust with a vacuum cleaner. Wipe the vinyl with a soft cloth dampened in a solution of mild soap and water. Use the same solution with a soft-bristle brush on more difficult spots. You can also use commercially-available spray or foam-type vinyl cleaners.

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Interior Care

Seat Belts

LOOP

If your seat belts get dirty, you can use a soft brush with a mixture of mild soap and warm water to clean them. Do not use bleach, dye, or cleaning solvents. They can weaken the belt material. Let the belts air- dry before you use the vehicle.

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Dirt build-up in the loops of the seat belt anchors can cause the belts to retract slowly. Wipe the insides of the loops with a clean cloth dampened in mild soap and warm water or isopropyl alcohol.

Windows Clean the windows, inside and out, with a commercially-available glass cleaner. You can also use a mixture of one part white vinegar to ten parts water. This will remove the haze that builds up on the inside of the windows. Use a soft cloth or paper towels to clean all glass and clear plastic surfaces.

NOTICE

The rear window defogger wires are bonded to the inside of the glass. Wiping vigorously up-and-down can dislodge and break the defogger wires. When cleaning the rear window, use gentle pressure and wipe side-to-side.

Air Fresheners If you want to use an air freshener/ deodorizer in the interior of your vehicle, it is best to use a solid type. Some liquid air fresheners contain chemicals that may cause parts of the interior trim and fabric to crack or discolor.

If you use a liquid air freshener, make sure you fasten it securely so it does not spill as you drive.

Two factors normally contribute to causing corrosion in your vehicle:

1. Moisture trapped in body cavities. Dirt and road salt that collects in hollows on the underside of the vehicle stays damp, promoting corrosion in that area.

Many corrosion-preventive measures are built into your Honda. You can help keep your vehicle from corroding by performing some simple periodic maintenance:

Repair chips and scratches in the paint as soon as you discover them.

2. Removal of paint and protective coatings from the exterior and underside of the vehicle.

Inspect and clean out the drain holes in the bottom of the doors and body.

Check the floor coverings for dampness. Carpeting and floor mats may remain damp for a long time, especially in winter. This dampness can eventually cause the floor panels to corrode.

Corrosion Protection

Use a high-pressure spray to clean the underside of your vehicle. This is especially important in areas that use road salt in winter. It is also a good idea in humid climates and areas subject to salt air. Vehicles equipped with ABS have a sensor and wiring at each wheel. Be careful not to damage them.

Have the corrosion-preventive coatings on the underside of your vehicle inspected and repaired periodically.

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Body Repairs

Body repairs can affect your vehicle's resistance to corrosion. If your vehicle needs repairs after a collision, pay close attention to the parts used in the repair and the quality of the work.

Make sure the repair facility uses Genuine Honda replacement body parts. Some companies make sheet metal pieces that seem to duplicate the original Honda body parts, but are actually inferior in fit, finish, and corrosion resistance. Once installed, they do not give the same high- quality appearance.

When reporting your collision to the insurance company, tell them you want Genuine Honda parts used in the repair. Although most insurers recognize the quality of original parts, some may try to specify that the repairs be done with other available parts. You should investi- gate this before any repairs are begun.

Take your vehicle to your authorized Honda dealer for inspection after the repairs are completed. He can make sure that quality materials were used, and that corrosion-preventive coatings were applied to all repaired and replaced parts.

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This section covers the more- common problems that motorists experience with their vehicles. It gives you information about how to safely evaluate the problem and what to do to correct it. If the problem has stranded you on the side of the road, you may be able to get going again. If not, you will also find instructions on getting your vehicle towed.

Changing a Flat Tire..................... 246
If Your Engine Won't Start........... 254

Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly...................................... 254

The Starter Operates

Normally................................. 255
Jump Starting................................. 256
If Your Engine Overheats............. 258
Low Oil Pressure Indicator.......... 260
Charging System Indicator........... 261
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ........ 262
Brake System Indicator................ 263
Fuses............................................... 264
Checking and Replacing........... 265
Towing............................................ 269

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Changing a Flat Tire

If you have a flat tire while driving, stop in a safe place to change it. Stopping in traffic or on the shoulder of a busy road is dangerous. Drive slowly along the shoulder until you get to an exit or an area to stop that is far away from the traffic lanes.

The vehicle can easily roll off the jack, seriously injuring anyone underneath.

Follow the directions for changing a tire exactly, and never get under the vehicle when it is supported only by the jack.

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TOOL KIT

HOOK

JACK

SPARE TIRE

1. Park the vehicle on firm, level

ground away from traffic. Turn on the hazard warning lights and turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).

2. Put the transmission in Park

(automatic) or Reverse (manual). Apply the parking brake. Have all of the passengers get out of the vehicle while you change the tire.

3. Pull up the cargo area carpet and

open the cargo area floor. To keep the cargo area floor out of the way, attach the hook to the tailgate sill as shown.

4. The tool kit is in the right cargo

floor pocket. Open the cover and take out the tool kit.

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CLIPS

STOP

5. The jack is under the cargo

storage bin. Remove each of the four clips holding the bin by pulling straight up on the ring. Remove the bin.

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.

6. Turn the jack's end bracket

counterclockwise to loosen it, then remove the jack by lifting it straight up.

7. Zip the cover open.

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Changing a Flat Tire

WHEEL NUTS

8. Pull out the cover's two lower flaps.

Don't pull the top of the cover, or you will tear it.

9. Pull the upper flaps out by

gradually working your hands up the sides of the cover,

10.Remove the cover.

11.Peel off the spare tire cover from

the back of the spare tire and remove the cover. Do not forcibly pull off the cover or you may damage it.

12.Using the wheel wrench, remove the four wheel nuts. Remove the spare tire from the holder.

13.Loosen the five wheel nuts 1/2

turn with the wheel wrench.

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Changing a Flat Tire

EXTENSION

JACKING POINT

WHEEL WRENCH

14.Locate the jacking point nearest the tire you need to change. It is pointed to by an arrow molded into the underside of the body. Place the jack under the jacking point. Turn the end bracket clockwise until the top of the jack contacts the jacking point. Make sure the jacking point tab is resting in the jack notch.

15.Use the extension and wheel wrench as shown to raise the vehicle until the flat tire is off the ground.

16.Remove the wheel nuts and flat

tire. Temporarily place the flat tire on the ground with the outside surface of the wheel facing up. You could scratch the wheel if you put it face down.

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Changing a Flat Tire

BRAKE HUB

17.Before mounting the spare tire, wipe any dirt off the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a clean cloth. Wipe the hub carefully, it may be hot from driving.

18.Put on the spare tire. Put the

wheel nuts back on finger-tight, then tighten them in a crisscross pattern with the wheel wrench until the wheel is firmly against the hub. Do not try to tighten them fully.

19.Lower the vehicle to the ground

and remove the jack.

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20.Tighten the wheel nuts securely in the same crisscross pattern. Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility. Tighten the wheel nuts to: 80 lbf.ft (108 N.m, 11 kgf.m)

21.Put the flat tire on the spare tire

holder. Put the wheel nuts on finger-tight, then tighten them with the wheel wrench.

22.Store the jack in its holder. Turn

the jack's end bracket to lock it in place. Store the tool kit.

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Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and could seriously injure the occupants.

Store the wheel, jack and tools securely before driving.

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Changing a Flat Tire

TOP SLIT

OUTSIDE SEAM

23.Hold the cover at the 10 o'clock

and 2 o'clock positions, then place the top of it over the spare tire, making sure the top slit on the back of the cover is vertical.

24.Step back to check the alignment

of the logo. If needed, move the cover left or right until the logo is straight.

NOTICE

Make sure the cover is at room temperature before you install it. If it's too cold, it won't fit easily over the tire.

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25.Starting at the top of the tire,

position the outside seam of the cover slightly over the outside edge of the tire. Pull the cover on, a little at a time, and alternate side to side along the tire until you reach the bottom.

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UPPER FLAP

SLIT

SPARE TIRE BRACKET

26.Pull the bottom of the cover over

the tire, and make sure the two slits on the lower flaps of the cover are horizontal and the two upper flaps touch the spare tire bracket.

27.If needed, readjust the cover to

smooth out any wrinkles.

28.Zip the cover closed.

29.Replace the cargo storage bin.

Secure it with the four clips. Push each clip down securely, and pivot the ring down flat.

30.Unhook the cargo area floor and lower it. Replace the cargo area carpet.

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If Your Engine Won't Start

Diagnosing why your engine won't start falls into two areas, depending on what you hear when you turn the key to START (III):

You hear nothing, or almost nothing. The engine's starter motor does not operate at all, or operates very slowly.

You can hear the starter motor operating normally, or the starter motor sounds like it is spinning faster than normal, but the engine does not start up and run.

Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly When you turn the ignition switch to START (III), you do not hear the normal noise of the engine trying to start. You may hear a clicking sound or series of clicks, or nothing at all. Check these things:

Check the transmission interlock. If you have a manual transmission, the clutch pedal must be pushed all the way to the floor or the starter will not operate. With an automatic transmission, it must be in Park or Neutral.

Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). Turn on the headlights and check their brightness. If the headlights are very dim or don't light at all, the battery is discharged. See Jump Starting on page 256 .

Turn the ignition switch to START (III). If the headlights do not dim, check the condition of the fuses. If the fuses are OK, there is proba- bly something wrong with the electrical circuit for the ignition switch or starter motor. You will need a qualified technician to determine the problem. (See Towing on page 269 .)

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If Your Engine Won't Start

There may be an electrical problem, such as no power to the fuel pump. Check all the fuses (see page 264 ).

If you find nothing wrong, you will need a qualified technician to find the problem. See Towing on page 269 .

If the headlights dim noticeably or go out when you try to start the engine, either the battery is dis- charged or the connections are corroded. Check the condition of the battery and terminal connections (see page 211 ). You can then try jump starting the vehicle from a booster battery (see page 256 ).

The Starter Operates Normally In this case, the starter motor's speed sounds normal, or even faster than normal, when you turn the ignition switch to START (III), but the engine does not run.

Are you using the proper starting procedure? Refer to Starting the Engine on page 150 .

Do you have fuel? Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) for a minute and watch the fuel gauge. The low fuel level warning light may not be working, so you were not reminded to fill the tank.

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Jump Starting

If your vehicle's battery has run down, you may be able to start the engine by using a booster battery. Although this seems like a simple procedure, you should take several precautions.

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A battery can explode if you do not follow the correct procedure, seriously injuring anyone nearby.

Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking materials away from the battery.

You cannot start a Honda with an automatic transmission by pushing or pulling it.

To jump start your vehicle, follow these directions closely:

1. Open the hood and check the

physical condition of the batter (see page 211 ). In very cold weather, check the condition of the electrolyte. If it seems slushy or like ice, do not try jump starting until it thaws.

NOTICE

If a battery sits in extreme cold, the electrolyte inside can freeze. Attempting to jump start with a frozen battery can cause it to rupture.

2. Turn off all the electrical acces-

sories: heater, A/C, stereo system, lights, etc. Put the transmission in Neutral or Park and set the parking brake.

Jump Starting

3. Connect one jumper cable to the

positive ( +) terminal on the booster battery. Connect the other end to the positive ( +) terminal on your Honda's battery.

4. Connect the second jumper cable to the negative ( — ) terminal on the booster battery. Connect the other end to the ground wire on the right side of the engine as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to any other part of the engine.

5. If the booster battery is in another

vehicle, have an assistant start that vehicle and run it at a fast idle.

BOOSTER BATTERY

6. Start your vehicle. If the starter

motor still operates slowly, check the jumper cable connections to make sure they have good metal- to-metal contact.

7. Once your vehicle is running,

disconnect the negative cable from your vehicle, then from the booster battery. Disconnect the positive cable from your vehicle, then the booster battery.

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If Your Engine Overheats

The pointer of your vehicle's temperature gauge should stay in the midrange under most conditions. It may go higher if you are driving up a long steep hill on a very hot day. If it climbs to the red mark, you should determine the reason.

NOTICE

Driving with the temperature gauge pointer at the red mark can cause serious damage to your engine.

Your vehicle can overheat for several reasons, such as lack of coolant or a mechanical problem. The only indication may be the temperature gauge climbing to or above the red mark. Or you may see steam or spray coming from under the hood. In either case, you should take immediate action.

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Steam and spray from an overheated engine can seriously scald you.

Do not open the hood if steam is coming out.

1. Safely pull to the side of the road. Put the transmission in Neutral or Park and set the parking brake. Turn off the heating and cooling system and all other accessories. Turn on the hazard warning indicators.

2. If you see steam and/or spray

coming from under the hood, turn off the engine.

3. If you do not see steam or spray,

leave the engine running and watch the temperature gauge. If the high heat is due to overloading (climbing a long, steep hill on a hot day with the A/C running, for example), the engine should start to cool down almost immediately. If it does, wait until the tempera- ture gauge comes down to the mid- point then continue driving.

4. If the temperature gauge stays at the red mark, turn off the engine.

5. Wait until you see no more signs of steam or spray, then open the hood.

6. Look for any obvious coolant leaks,

such as a split radiator hose. Everything is still extremely hot, so use caution. If you find a leak, it must be repaired before you continue driving (see Towing on page 269 ).

7. If you don't find an obvious leak,

check the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank (see page 140 ). If the level is below the MIN mark, add coolant to halfway between the MIN and MAX marks.

8. If there was no coolant in the

reserve tank, you may also have to add coolant to the radiator. Let the engine cool down until the pointer reaches the middle of the tempera- ture gauge, or lower, before check- ing the radiator.

Removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray out, seriously scalding you.

Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the radiator cap.

9. Using gloves or a large heavy

cloth, turn the radiator cap counterclockwise, without pushing down, to the first stop. This releases any remaining pressure in the cooling system. After the pressure releases, push down on the cap and turn it until it comes off.

If Your Engine Overheats

10. Start the engine and set the temperature control dial to maximum. Add coolant to the radiator up to the base of the filler neck. If you do not have the proper coolant mixture available, you can add plain water. Remember to have the cooling system drained and refilled with the proper mixture as soon as you can.

11.Put the radiator cap back on

tightly. Run the engine and watch the temperature gauge. If it goes back to the red mark, the engine needs repair. (See Towing on page 269 .)

12.If the temperature stays normal,

check the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. If it has gone down, add coolant to the MAX mark. Put the cap back on tightly.

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3. If necessary, add oil to bring the level back to the full mark on the dipstick (see page 193 ).

4. Start the engine and watch the oil

pressure indicator. If the light does not go out within ten seconds, turn off the engine. There is a mechanical problem that needs to be repaired before you can continue driving. (See Towing on page 269 .)

Low Oil Pressure Indicator

LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR

NOTICE

Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause serious mechanical damage almost immediately. Turn off the engine as soon as you can safely get the vehicle stopped.

1. Safely pull off the road and shut

off the engine. Turn on the hazard warning indicators.

2. Let the vehicle sit for a minute.

Open the hood and check the oil level (see page 139 ). Although oil level and oil pressure are not directly connected, an engine that is very low on oil can lose pressure during cornering and other driving maneuvers.

This indicator should light when the ignition switch is ON (II), and go out after the engine starts. It should never come on when the engine is running. If it starts flashing, it indicates that the oil pressure dropped very low for a moment, then recovered. If the indicator stays on with the engine running, it shows that the engine has lost oil pressure and serious engine damage is possible. In either case, you should take immediate action.

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Charging System Indicator

By eliminating as much of the electrical load as possible, you can drive several miles (kilometers) before the battery is too discharged to keep the engine running. Drive to a service station or garage where you can get technical assistance.

Immediately turn off all electrical accessories: radio, heater, A/C, rear defogger, cruise control, etc. Try not to use other electrically-operated controls such as the power windows. Keep the engine running and take extra care not to stall it. Starting the engine will discharge the battery rapidly.

CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR

This indicator should come on when the ignition switch is ON (II), and go out after the engine starts. If it comes on brightly when the engine is running, it indicates that the charging system has stopped charging the battery,

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NOTICE

If you keep driving with the malfunction indicator lamp on, you can damage your vehicle's emissions controls and engine. Those repairs may not be covered by your vehicle's warranties.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP

This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). If it comes on at any other time, it indicates one of the engine's emissions control systems may have a problem. Even though you may feel no difference in your vehicle's performance, it can reduce your fuel economy and cause your vehicle to put out excessive emissions. Continued operation may cause serious damage.

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If you have recently refueled your vehicle, the cause of this indicator coming on could be a loose or missing fuel fill cap. Check the cap and tighten it until it clicks. Replace the fuel fill cap if it is missing. Tightening the cap will not make the indicator turn off immediately; it takes three driving trips.

If the indicator remains on past three driving trips, or the fuel cap was not loose or missing, have the vehicle checked by the dealer as soon as possible. Drive moderately until the dealer has inspected the problem. Avoid full-throttle acceleration and driving at high speed.

You should also have the dealer inspect your vehicle if this indicator comes on repeatedly, even though it may turn off as you continue driving.

BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR*

*U.S. indicator shown

The Brake System indicator light should normally come on only when the parking brake is not fully released.

If it comes on at any other time, it indicates a problem with the vehicle's brake system. In most cases, the problem is a low fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir. Press lightly on the brake pedal to see if it feels normal. If it does, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop at a

service station (see page 206 ). If the fluid level is low, take the vehicle to your dealer and have the brake system inspected for leaks or worn brake pads.

However, if the brake pedal does not feel normal, you should take immediate action. Because of the brake system's dual-circuit design, a problem in one part of the system will still give you braking at two wheels. You will feel the brake pedal go down much farther before the vehicle begins to slow down, and you will have to press harder on the pedal. The distance needed to stop will be much longer.

Slow down by shifting to a lower gear, and pull to the side of the road when it is safe. Because of the longer distance needed to stop, it is hazardous to drive the vehicle. You should have it towed, and repaired as soon as possible. (See Towing on

Brake System Indicator

page 269.)

If you must drive the vehicle a short distance in this condition, drive slowly and cautiously.

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Fuses

UNDER-HOOD

TAB

INTERIOR

ABS FUSE BOX

All the electrical circuits in your vehicle have fuses to protect them from a short circuit or overload. These fuses are located in two or three fuse boxes.

The interior fuse box is underneath the dashboard on the driver's side. Remove the fuse box lid by swinging the lid down and pulling it straight out of its hinges.

Vehicles equipped with ABS have a third fuse box for the ABS. It is in the engine compartment on the passenger's side.

The under-hood fuse box is located in the engine compartment. To open, push the tab as shown.

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Checking and Replacing Fuses If something electrical in your vehicle stops working, the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse. Determine from the chart on pages 267 and 268 , or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that component. Check those fuses first, but check all the fuses before deciding that a blown fuse is not the cause. Replace any blown fuses and check the component's operation.

1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0). Make sure the headlights and all other accessories are off.

2. Remove the cover from the fuse

box.

Fuses

FUSE PULLER

BLOWN

3. Check each of the large fuses in

the under-hood fuse box by looking through the top at the wire inside. Removing these fuses requires a Phillips-head screw- driver.

4. Check the smaller fuses in the

under-hood fuse box and all the fuses in the interior fuse box by pulling out each fuse with the fuse puller provided in the door of the interior fuse box.

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If you cannot drive the vehicle without fixing the problem, and you do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse of the same rating or a lower rating from one of the other circuits. Make sure you can do without that circuit temporarily (such as the accessory power socket or radio). If you replace the blown fuse with a spare fuse that has a lower rating, it might blow out again. This does not indicate anything wrong. Replace the fuse with one of the correct rating as soon as you can.

NOTICE

Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances of damaging the electrical system. If you do not have, a replace- ment fuse with the proper rating for the circuit, install one with a lower rating.

6. If the replacement fuse of the

same rating blows in a short time, there is probably a serious electrical problem in your vehicle. Leave the blown fuse in that circuit and have your vehicle checked by a qualified mechanic.

Fuses

BLOWN

5. Look for a burned wire inside the fuse. If it is burned, replace it with one of the spare fuses of the same rating or lower.

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INTERIOR FUSE BOX

Fuses

* : Canadian model

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Fuses

UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX

ABS FUSE BOX (For some types)

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If your vehicle needs to be towed, call a professional towing service or, if you belong to one, an organization that provides roadside assistance. Never tow your vehicle behind another vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is very dangerous.

Emergency Towing There are three popular methods of towing a vehicle:

Flat-bed Equipment — The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck. This is the only way to transport a your vehicle. Any other method of towing will damage the drive system. When you contact the towing agency, inform them that a flat-bed is required.

NOTICE

NOTICE

Towing

Improper towing preparation will damage the transmission. Follow the above procedure exactly. If You cannot shift the transmission or start the engine (automatic transmission), your vehicle must be transported on a flat- bed.

Refer to Towing Your Vehicle Behind a Motorhome on page 171 for non-emergency towing information.

Towing a 4WD CR-V with only two tires on the ground will damage parts of the 4WD system. It should be transported on a flat-bed truck or trailer.

Wheel Lift Equipment — The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the tires (front or rear) and lift them off the ground. The other two tires remain on the ground. Never tow your vehicle with wheel lift equipment.

Sling-type Equipment — The tow truck uses metal cables with hooks on the ends. These hooks go around parts of the frame or suspension and cables lift that end of the vehicle off the ground. Your vehicle's suspension and body can be seriously damaged. This method of towing your CR-V is unacceptable.

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The diagrams in this section give you the dimensions and capacities of your Honda, and the locations of the identification numbers. The expla- nations of several electronic and mechanical systems on your Honda are for the more technically-oriented owner.

Identification Numbers................. 272
Specifications................................. 274
Tire Information............................ 276
Tire Size Designation................ 276
Wheel Size Designation............ 276
Tire Speed Ratings.................... 276
DOT Tire Quality Grading....... 277
Treadwear.............................. 277
Traction.................................. 277
Temperature.......................... 278

Technical Information

Oxygenated Fuels.......................... 279
Driving in Foreign Countries....... 280
Emissions Controls........................ 281
The Clean Air Act...................... 281
Crankcase Emissions Control

System..................................... 281

Evaporative Emissions Control

System..................................... 281
Exhaust Emissions Controls.... 282
PGM-FI System..................... 282
Ignition Timing Control

System................................. 282

Three Way Catalytic

Converter............................ 282
Replacement Parts..................... 282
Three Way Catalytic Converter... 283

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Identification Numbers

Your vehicle has several identifying numbers located in various places.

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your Honda dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle. The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard. You can see it by looking through the windshield on the driver's side. It is also on the Certification label at- tached to the driver's doorjamb, and is stamped on the engine com- partment bulkhead. The VIN is also provided in bar code on the Certification label.

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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

CERTIFICATION LABEL

The Engine Number is stamped into the engine block.

The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission.

TRANSMISSION NUMBER

Identification Numbers

ENGINE NUMBER

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Specifications

page 210.

Technical Information

* 1 : Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the

engine. Reserve tank capacity: 0.16 US gal (0.6

,0.13 Imp gal)

* 2 : Excluding the oil remaining in the engine.

Specifications

page 267

page 268

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Tire Speed Ratings The chart below shows many of the different speed ratings currently being used for passenger vehicle tires. The speed symbol is part of the tire size designation on the sidewall of the tire. This symbol corresponds to that tire's designed maximum safe operating speed.

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Tire Size Designation A tire's sidewall is marked with a tire size designation. You will need this information when selecting replace- ment tires for your vehicle. The following explains what the letters and numbers in the tire size designation mean.

(Example tire size designation) 205/70R15 95S

205 — Tire width in millimeters.

70 — Aspect ratio. The tire's section height as a percentage of its width.

R — Tire construction code (Radial).

95 — Load Index, a numerical code associated with the maximum load the tire can carry.

S — Speed Symbol. See the speed rating chart in this section for additional information.

Wheel Size Designation Wheels are also marked with important information that you need if you ever have to replace one. The following explains what the letters and numbers in the wheel size designation mean.

(Example wheel size designation) 15 x 6JJ

15 — Rim diameter in inches.

15 — Rim diameter in inches.

6 — Rim width in inches.

JJ — Rim contour designation.

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Tire Information

DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) The tires on your car meet all U.S. Federal Safely Requirements. All tires are also graded for treadwear, traction, and temperature perform- ance according to Department of Transportation (DOT) standards. The following explains these gradings.

Treadwear The treadwear grade is a compara- tive rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half (1-1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual condi- tions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in road characteristics and climate.

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.

Warning: The traction grade as- signed to this tire is based on brak- ing (straight ahead) traction tests and does not include cornering (turning) traction.

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Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not over- loaded. Excessive speed, underinfla- tion, or excessive loading either separately or in combination, can cause heat build-up and possible tire failure.

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Temperature The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger vehicle tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.

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Some conventional gasolines are being blended with alcohol or an ether compound. These gasolines are collectively referred to as oxygenated fuels. To meet clean air standards, some areas of the United States and Canada use oxygenated fuels to help reduce emissions.

If you use an oxygenated fuel, be sure it is unleaded and meets the minimum octane rating requirement.

Before using an oxygenated fuel, try to confirm the fuel's contents. Some states/provinces require this information to be posted on the pump.

The following are the U.S. EPA and Canada CGSB approved percentages of oxygenates:

ETHANOL (ethyl or grain alcohol) You may use gasoline containing up to 10 percent ethanol by volume. Gasoline containing ethanol may be marketed under the name "Gasohol."

MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) You may use gasoline containing up to 15 percent MTBE by volume.

METHANOL (methyl or wood alcohol) You may use gasoline containing up to 5 percent methanol by volume as long as it also contains cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors to protect the fuel system. Gasoline containing more than 5 percent methanol by volume may cause starting and/or performance problems. It may also damage metal, rubber and plastic

Oxygenated Fuels

parts of your fuel system.

If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try another service station or switch to another brand of gasoline.

Fuel system damage or performance problems resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more than the percentages of oxygenates given above are not covered under warranty.

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Driving in Foreign Countries

If you are planning to take your Honda outside the U.S. or Canada, contact the tourist bureaus in the areas you will be traveling in to find out about the availability of unleaded gasoline with the proper octane rating.

If unleaded gasoline is not available, be aware that using leaded gasoline in your Honda will affect perfor- mance and fuel mileage, and damage its emissions controls. It will no longer comply with U.S. and Canadian emissions regulations, and will be illegal to operate in North America. To bring your vehicle back into compliance will require the re- placement of several components, such as the oxygen sensors and the three way catalytic converter. These replacements are not covered under warranty.

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The burning of gasoline in your vehicle's engine produces several by- products. Some of these are carbon monoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen (NOx) and hydrocarbons (HC). Gasoline evaporating from the tank also produces hydrocarbons. Con- trolling the production of NOx, CO, and HC is important to the environ- ment. Under certain conditions of sunlight and climate, NOx and HC react to form photochemical "smog." Carbon monoxide does not contri- bute to smog creation, but it is a poisonous gas.

The Clean Air Act The United States Clean Air Act* sets standards for automobile emissions. It also requires that automobile manufacturers explain to owners how their emissions controls work and what to do to maintain them. This section summarizes how the emissions controls work. Scheduled maintenance is on page 184.

* In Canada, Honda vehicles comply with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) for Emissions valid at the time they are manufactured.

Emissions Controls

Crankcase Emissions Control System Your vehicle has a Positive Crankcase Ventilation System. This keeps gasses that build up in the engine's crankcase from going into the atmosphere. The Positive Crank- case Ventilation valve routes them from the crankcase back to the intake manifold. They are then drawn into the engine and burned.

Evaporative Emissions Control System As gasoline evaporates in the fuel tank, an evaporative emissions control canister filled with charcoal adsorbs the vapor. It is stored in this canister while the engine is off. After the engine is started and warmed up, the vapor is drawn into the engine and burned during driving.

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Emissions Controls

Exhaust Emissions Controls The exhaust emissions controls include three systems: PGM-FI, Ignition Timing Control and Three Way Catalytic Converter. These three systems work together to control the engine's combustion and minimize the amount of HC, CO, and NOx that comes out the tailpipe. The exhaust emissions control systems are separate from the crankcase and evaporative emissions control systems.

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Replacement Parts The emissions control systems are designed and certified to work to- gether in reducing emissions to levels that comply with the Clean Air Act. To make sure the emissions remain low, you should use only new Genuine Honda replacement parts or their equivalent for repairs. Using lower quality parts may increase the emissions from your vehicle.

The emissions control systems are covered by warranties separate from the rest of your vehicle. Read your warranty manual for more informa- tion.

PGM-FI System The PGM-FI System uses sequential multiport fuel injection. It has three subsystems: Air Intake, Engine Control, and Fuel Control. The Engine Control Module (ECM) or the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) uses various sensors to determine how much air is going into the engine. It then controls how much fuel to inject under all operat- ing conditions.

Ignition Timing Control System This system constantly adjusts the ignition timing, reducing the amount of HC, CO and NOx produced.

Three Way Catalytic Converter The three way catalytic converter is in the exhaust system. Through chemical reactions, it converts HC, CO, and NOx in the engine's exhaust to carbon dioxide (CO 2), dinitrogen (N2), and water vapor.

The three way catalytic converter contains precious metals that serve as catalysts, promoting chemical reactions to convert the exhaust gasses without affecting the metals. The catalytic converter is referred to as a three-way catalyst, since it acts on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement unit must be an original Honda part or its equivalent.

The three way catalytic converter must operate at a high temperature for the chemical reactions to take place. It can set on fire any com- bustible materials that come near it. Park your vehicle away from high grass, dry leaves, or other flamma- bles.

Three Way Catalytic Converter

Keep the engine tuned-up.

Have your vehicle diagnosed and repaired if it is misfiring, back- firing, stalling, or otherwise not running properly.

THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER

A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air pollution, and can impair your engine's per- formance. Follow these guidelines to protect your vehicle's three way catalytic converter.

Always use unleaded gasoline. Even a small amount of leaded gasoline can contaminate the catalyst metals, making the three way catalytic converter ineffective.

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Warranty and Customer Relations

Customer Relations

Information................................. 286
U.S. Zone Office Map.................... 287
Canada Zone Office Map.............. 288
Warranty Coverages..................... 289
Reporting Safety Defects

(U.S. Vehicles)........................... 290
Authorized Manuals...................... 291

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Customer Relations Information

Honda dealership personnel are trained professionals. They should be able to answer all your questions. If you encounter a problem that your dealership does not solve to your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership's management. The Service Manager or General Manager can help. Almost all problems are solved in this way.

If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership's management, contact your Honda Customer Relations Zone Office. Refer to the U.S. and Canadian Zone Office maps on the following pages.

When you call or write, please give us this information:

Vehicle Identification Number (see page 272 ) Name and address of the dealer who services your vehicle Date of purchase Mileage on your vehicle Your name, address, and tele- phone number A detailed description of the problem Name of the dealer who sold the vehicle to you

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U.S. Zone Office Map

Western Zone P.O. Box 2260

700 Van Ness Avenue Torrance, California 90509-2260
(310)781-4565

Northwestern Zone P.O. Box 20186

12439 N.E. Airport Way Portland, Oregon 97230
(503) 256-0943
(also includes Alaska and Hawaii)

South Central Zone 4529 Royal Lane

Irving, Texas 75063
(972) 929-5481

Central Zone 101 South Stanfield Road

Troy, Ohio 45373
(937) 332-6250

Mid-Atlantic Zone 902 Wind River Ln., Suite 200

Gaithersburg, Maryland 20878
(301) 990-2020

Southeastern Zone 1500 Morrison Parkway

Alpharetta, Georgia 30201
(770) 442-2045

North Central Zone 601 Campus Drive, Suite A-9

Arlington Heights, Illinois 60004
(847) 870-5600

New England Zone 555 Old County Road

Windsor Locks, Connecticut 06096
(860) 623-3310
See Zone 5 for: NYC Metro area and Fairfield County, CT area

West Central Zone 1600 South Abilene Street, Suite D

Northeastern Zone P.O. Box 337

Aurora, Colorado 80012
(303) 696-3935

Eastgate Industrial Park 115 Gaither Drive Moorestown, New Jersey 08057
(609) 235-5533
Includes: NYC Metro area and Fairfield County, CT area

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

P.O. Box 190816
San Juan, PR 00919-0816
(787) 250-4318

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

Canada Zone Office Map

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Western Zone Honda Canada Inc. 13240 Worster Court Richmond, B.C. V6V 2B8
(604) 278-7121

Central Zone Honda Canada Inc. 715 Milner Avenue Scarborough, Ontario M1B 2K8
(416) 299-3400

Quebec Zone Honda Canada Inc. 1750 rue Eiffel Boucherville, Quebec J4B 7W1
(514) 655-6161

Atlantic Zone Honda Canada Inc. 51 Raddal Avenue Suite 1
Dartmouth, NS B3B 1L4
(902) 468-4416

Warranty Coverages

U.S. Owners Your new Honda is covered by these warranties:

New Vehicle Limited Warranty — covers your new vehicle, except for the battery, emissions control systems and accessories, against defects in materials and workmanship.

Emissions Control Systems Defects Warranty and Emissions Performance Warranty — these two warranties cover your vehicle's emis- sions control systems. Time, mileage, and coverage are conditional. Please read the warranty manual for exact information.

Original Equipment Battery Limited Warranty — this warranty gives up to 100 percent credit toward a replacement battery.

Seat Belt Limited Warranty — a seat belt that fails to function properly is covered for the useful life of the vehicle.

Replacement Battery Limited Warranty — provides prorated coverage for a replacement battery purchased from a Honda dealer.

Rust Perforation Limited Warranty — all exterior body panels are covered for rust-through from the inside for the specified time period with no mileage limit.

Replacement Muffler Lifetime Limited Warranty — provides coverage for as long as the pur- chaser of the muffler owns the vehicle.

Accessory Limited Warranty — Genuine Honda Accessories are covered under this warranty. Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors. Please read your warranty manual for details.

Replacement Parts Limited Warranty — covers all Genuine Honda replacement parts against defects in materials and workman- ship.

Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties. Please read the 1998 Honda Warranty Information booklet that came with your vehicle for precise information on warranty coverages. Your Honda's original tires are covered by their manufacturer. Tire warranty infor- mation is in a separate booklet.

Canadian Owners Please refer to the 1998 Warranty Manual that came with your vehicle.

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Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)

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 com- plaints, 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.

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Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals (U.S. only) The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be obtained from Helm Incorporated, either by filling out the attached form or, for credit card holders, calling toll-free phone number on the form. For manuals prior to the year shown below, contact Helm Incorporated, P.O. Box 07280, Detroit, Michigan 48207, or call 1-800-782-4356.

Authorized Manuals

Valid only for sales within the U.S. Canadian owners should contact their authorized Honda dealer.

By completing this form you can order the materials desired. You can pay by check or money order or charge to your credit card. Mail to Helm , Incorporated at the address shown on the back of the order form.

61S1001

61S1001 EL

61S1030

31S10610

HON-R

Authorized Manuals

These publications cannot be returned for credit without receiving advance authorization within 14 days of delivery. On returns, a restocking fee may be applied against the original order.

P.O. BOX 07280 DETROIT, MICHIGAN 48207

1-800-782-4356

Service Manual This manual covers maintenance and recommended procedures for repair to engine and chassis components. It is written for the journeyman mechanic, but is simple enough for most mechanically-inclined owners to understand.

Electrical Troubleshooting Manual This manual complements the Service Manual by providing in-depth troubleshooting information for each electrical circuit in your vehicle.

Body Repair Manual This manual describes the procedures involved in the replacement of damaged body parts.

Additional Information About

Your SRS................................... 43
Additional Safety Precautions.... 46
How the Automatic Seat Belt

Tensioners Work..................... 44
How Your Airbags Work............ 43
How Your SRS Indicator Light

Works........................................45
SRS Components......................... 43
Additives, Engine Oil..................... 194
Adjustments

Headlights.................................. 226
Head Restraints........................... 77
Mirrors.......................................... 83
Seats.............................................. 75
Steering Wheel............................ 62
Airbag (SRS)...................................... 7
Air Cleaner Element...................... 208
Air Conditioning............................... 96
Maintenance............................... 215
Usage............................................. 96
Air Conditioning Filter.................. 216
Air Outlets (Vents).......................... 98
Air Pressure, Tires........................ 217
Normal Driving.......................... 218
Alcohol in Gasoline........................ 279

Index

Antifreeze....................................... 197
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)

Indicator Light..................... 53, 163
Operation.................................... 161

Anti-theft Steering Column

Lock............................................... 68
Appearance Care............................ 237
Ashtrays............................................ 91
Audio System................................. 104
Automatic Speed Control................ 64
Automatic Transmission............... 154
Capacity, Fluid........................... 274
Checking Fluid Level................ 203
Shifting........................................ 154
Shift Lever Position Indicator.. 154
Shift Lever Positions................. 154
Shift Lock Release..................... 158

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Accessories and Modifications.... 142
Accessories................................. 142
Additional Safety Precautions.. 143
Modifications............................. 143

ACCESSORY (Ignition Key

Position)........................................ 68
Accessory Power Socket................ 90
Adding

Automatic Transmission

Fluid........................................ 203
Brake Fluid................................. 206
Clutch Fluid................................ 207
Engine Coolant........................... 197
Engine Oil................................... 193
Manual Transmission Fluid..... 204
Power Steering Fluid................. 207
Rear Differential Fluid.............. 205
Windshield Washer Fluid......... 202

Additional Information About

Your Seat Belts........................ 40
Lap Belt......................................... 41
Lap/Shoulder Belt....................... 40
Seat Belt Maintenance................ 41
Seat Belt System Components... 40

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Battery

Charging System

Indicator............................ 52, 261
Jump Starting............................. 256
Maintenance............................... 211
Specifications............................. 275
Before Driving............................... 135
Belts, Seat........................................... 6
Beverage Holder.............................. 86
Body Repair.................................... 244
Brakes

Anti-lock System (ABS)............ 161
Break-in, New Linings .............. 136
Fluid............................................ 206
Light, Burned-out...................... 228
Parking.......................................... 84
System Indicator.................. 52, 263
Wear Indicators......................... 160

Brakes, ABS

Operation.................................... 161
System Indicator..................53, 163
Braking System.............................. 160
Break-in, New Car......................... 136
Brightness Control, Instruments... 59

Brights, Headlights......................... 58
Built-in Table....................................87
Bulb Replacement

Back-up Lights........................... 230
Brake Lights............................... 230
Cargo Area Light....................... 234
Ceiling Light............................... 234
Front Parking Lights................. 229
Front Side Marker Lights......... 229
Headlights.................................. 228
High-mount Brake Light.......... 233
Interior Light.............................. 234
License Plate Lights.................. 231
Rear Side Marker Lights.......... 232
Specifications............................. 275
Spotlight...................................... 234
Turn Signal Lights..................... 229
Bulbs, Halogen............................... 228

Cables, Jump Starting With.......... 256
Capacities Chart............................. 274
Carbon Monoxide Hazard.............. 47
Cargo Area Light............................. 93
Cargo Floor Pockets........................ 89

Cargo Hooks..................................... 91
Carrying Cargo.............................. 144
Cassette Player

Care..................................... 112, 133
Operation............................ 110, 130
CAUTION, Explanation of............... ii CD Changer........................... 113, 126
CD Player............................... 113, 124
Center Pocket.................................. 89
Center Table..................................... 85
Certification Label......................... 272
Chains............................................. 223
Change Oil

How to......................................... 195
When to....................................... 184
Changing a Flat Tire..................... 246
Changing Engine Coolant............. 199
Charging System Indicator.... 52, 261
Checking

Automatic Transmission

Fluid........................................ 230
Battery Condition...................... 211
Brake Fluid................................. 206
Clutch Fluid................................ 207
Drive Belts.................................. 216
Engine Coolant........................... 140

Engine Oil................................... 139
Fuses........................................... 264
Manual Transmission Fluid ..... 204
Power Steering Fluid................. 207
Rear Differential Fluid.............. 205
Checklist, Before Driving............. 149
Childproof Door Locks................... 73
Child Safety...................................... 17
Cleaner, Air.................................... 208
Cleaning

Aluminum Wheels.....................239
Carpeting.................................... 241
Exterior....................................... 238
Fabric.......................................... 241
Interior........................................ 241
Seat Belts.................................... 242
Vinyl............................................ 241
Windows..................................... 242
Clock, Setting the ........................... 85
Clutch Fluid.................................... 207
CO in the Exhaust......................... 281
Cold Weather, Starting in............. 151
Consumer Information*................ 285
Controls, Instruments and.............. 49
Coolant

Adding......................................... 197

Checking..................................... 140
Proper Solution.......................... 197
Replacing.................................... 199
Temperature Gauge.................... 55
Corrosion Protection..................... 243
Crankcase Emission Control

System.........................................281
Cruise Control Operation............... 64
Customer Relations Office........... 286

DANGER, Explanation of................. ii Dashboard........................................ 50
Daytime Running Lights................. 58
Dead Battery, What to Do............ 256
Defects, Reporting Safety............. 290
Defog and Defrost......................... 101
Defogger, Rear Window................. 61
Defrosting the Windows............... 101
DEXRON® III Automatic

Transmission Fluid.................... 203
Dimensions..................................... 274
Dimming the Headlights................ 58
Dipstick

Automatic Transmission........... 203

Index

Engine Oil................................... 139
Directional Signals........................... 59
Disabled, Towing Your Car If...... 269
Disc Brake Wear Indicators......... 160
Disposal of Used Oil...................... 196
Doors

Locking and Unlocking............... 68
Power Door Locks....................... 69
DOT Tire Quality Grading........... 277
Downshifting, 5-speed Manual

Transmission.............................. 152
Drive Belts...................................... 216
Driving............................................ 147
Economy..................................... 141
In Bad Weather.......................... 164
In Foreign Countries................. 280
Driving Guidelines......................... 148

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Index

Economy, Fuel............................... 141
Emergencies on the Road............. 245
Battery, Jump Starting.............. 256
Brake System Indicator............ 263
Changing a Flat Tire................. 246
Charging System Indicator...... 261
Checking the Fuses................... 265
Low Oil Pressure Indicator...... 260
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.... 262
Overheated Engine................... 258
Emergency Brake............................ 84
Emergency Flashers....................... 61
Emission Controls......................... 281
Engine

Coolant Temperature Gauge ..... 55
Malfunction Indicator

Lamp................................. 52, 262
Oil Pressure Indicator......... 52, 260
Oil, What Kind to Use............... 193
Overheating................................ 258
Specifications............................. 274
Ethanol in Gasoline ....................... 279
Evaporative Emission Controls.... 281
Exhaust Fumes................................ 47

Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat

Belts by......................................... 17
Exterior, Cleaning the................... 238

Fabric, Cleaning............................. 241
Fan, Interior...................................... 96
Features, Comfort and

Convenience................................. 95
Filling the Fuel Tank..................... 137
Filters

Air............................................... 208
Air Conditioning........................ 216
Oil............................................... 195

5-speed Manual Transmission

Checking Fluid Level................ 204
Shifting the................................. 152
Flashers, Hazard Warning.............. 61
Flat Tire, Changing a.................... 246
Fluids

Automatic Transmission........... 203
Brake...........................................206
Clutch..........................................207
Manual Transmission............... 204
Power Steering........................... 207

Rear Differential........................ 205
Windshield Washer................... 202

FM Stereo Radio

Reception............................108, 122
Folding Rear Seat............................ 80
Foreign Countries, Driving in...... 280
Four-way Flashers........................... 61
Front End, Towing by

Emergency Wrecker................. 269
Fuel..................................................136
Fill Door and Cap....................... 137
Gauge............................................ 55
Octane Requirement................. 136
Oxygenated................................ 279
Reserve Indicator......................... 53
Tank, Filling the......................... 137
Fuses, Checking the...................... 264

Gas Mileage, Improving................ 141