2004 Honda CR V Owners Manual

Turn on the hazard warning lights, and turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0). Have all the passengers get out of the vehicle while you change the tire.

SPARE TIRE

JACK

TOOL

STOP

3.

To keep the tailgate door open, use the stop from the tool kit. Put the stop on the support strut as shown.

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Changing a Flat Tire

6.

Remove the spare tire cover. Do not forcibly pull off the cover or you may damage it.

Softvinylsparetirecover OnLXandEXmodelsintheU.S.and Canada

OnLXandEXmodelsintheU.S.and Canada Your vehicle is equipped with a soft vinyl spare tire cover. The following shows you how to remove the cover.

OnEX-LmodelinCanada Your vehicle is equipped with a hard plastic spare tire cover. See page for how to remove the cover.

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COVER

4.

The tool and jack are behind a cover in the cargo area on the passenger’s side. Remove the cover by turning the handle counterclockwise, then pulling out the cover.

5.

Turn the jack’s end bracket counterclockwise to loosen it, then remove the jack.

7.

Zip the cover open.

8.

Pull out the cover’s two lower flaps. Pull the upper flaps out by gradually working your hands up the sides of the cover. Remove the cover.

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Hardplasticsparetirecover OnEX-LmodelinCanada

NUTS

CENTER SPACER

JACKING POINT

7.

Unzip the flap around the lower edge of the cover.

8.

Pull out the bottom of the cover, then gradually pull it off.

9.

Pull off the center spacer. Using the wheel wrench, loosen the three wheel nuts and remove them. Remove the spare tire from the holder.

10.

Loosen the five wheel nuts 1/2
turn with the wheel wrench.

11.

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 center of the jacking point tab is resting in the jack notch.

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EXTENSION

12.

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

13.

Remove the wheel nuts, then remove the flat tire. The wheel nuts will be very hot if you were recently driving. Place the flat tire on the ground with the outside surface facing up.

BRAKE HUB

14.

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.

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15.

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.

16.

Lower the vehicle to the ground and remove the jack.

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20.

Store the jack in its holder. Turn the jack’s end bracket to lock it in place. Install the cover on the side of the cargo area.

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.

21.

Store the tool kit in the storage bin under the cargo area floor.

22.

Close the tailgate.

23.

Install the spare tire cover.

19.

CENTER SPACER Put the flat tire on the spare tire holder. Put the wheel nuts on finger-tight, then tighten them with the wheel wrench. Put the center spacer in the center of the wheel. Tighten the wheel nuts to: 40 lbf·ft (54 N·m , 5.5 kgf·m)

17.

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)

18.

Remove the center cap from the flat tire.

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Softvinylsparetirecover OnLXandEXmodelsintheU.S.and Canada

Make sure the cover is at room temperature bef ore you install it. If it’s too cold, it won’t f it easily over the tire.

25.

Step back to check the alignment of the logo. If needed, pivot the cover until the logo is straight.

24.

Hold the cover at the 10 o’clock and 2 o’clock positions, then place the top of it over the spare tire.

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OUTSIDE SEAM

26.

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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Hardplasticsparetirecover OnEX-LmodelinCanada

SPARE TIRE BRACKET Pull the bottom of the cover over the tire.

27.

28.

If needed, readjust the cover to smooth out any wrinkles.

29.

Zip the cover closed.

30.

Place the top of the cover over the spare tire, then gradually push the bottom of the cover over the bottom of the tire.

31.

Make sure the cover is horizontal. If needed, pivot the cover until the cover is horizontal.

32.

Zip the cover closed.

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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

209

If the Engine Won’t Start

Turn the ignition switch to START (III). If the headlights do not dim, check the condition of the fuses. If the fuses are OK, there is probably something wrong with the electrical circuit for the ignition switch or starter motor. You will need a qualified technician to determine the Emergency Towing problem (see ). on page 216

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 ). You can then try jump starting the vehicle from a ). booster battery (see page

196

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Do you have fuel? Check the fuel gauge; the low fuel indicator may not be working.

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

218

).

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

Emergency 216

If the Engine Won’t Start

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

Are you using a properly coded key? An improperly coded key will cause the immobilizer system indicator in the instrument panel to blink rapidly (see page

70

).

Are you using the proper starting Starting the procedure? Refer to Engine 138

on page

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Jump Starting

＋

) terminal on your

Connect one jumper cable to the positive ( battery. Connect the other end to the positive ( ) terminal on the ＋ booster battery.

Although this seems like a simple procedure, you should take several precautions.

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

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

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

3.

ToJumpStartYourVehicle: 1.

Open the hood and check the physical condition of the battery. In very cold weather, check the condition of the electrolyte. If it seems slushy or like ice, do not try jump starting until it thaws.

NOTICE: If a battery sits in extreme cold, the electrolyte inside can f reeze. Attempting to jump start with a f rozen battery can cause it to rupture.

2.

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.

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Jump Starting

6.

7.

8.

If the booster battery is in another vehicle, have an assistant start that vehicle and run it at a fast idle.

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.

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 from the booster battery.

9.

Reinstall the power steering reservoir.

Keep the ends of the jumper cables away from each other and any metal on the vehicle until all are disconnected. Otherwise, you may cause an electrical short.

BRACKET Remove the power steering 4. reservoir from the bracket. Pull it away from the grounding strap.

5.

−

Connect the second jumper cable to the negative ( ) terminal on the booster battery. Connect the other end to the grounding strap as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to any other part of the engine.

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The pointer of your vehicle’s temperature gauge should stay in the midrange. If it climbs to the red mark, you should determine the reason (hot day, driving up a steep hill, etc.).

If your vehicle overheats, you should take immediate action. The only indication may be the temperature gauge climbing to or above the red mark. Or you may see steam or spray coming from under the hood.

Driving with the temperature

NOTICE: gauge pointer at the red mark can cause serious damage to your engine.

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

Do not open the hood if steam is coming out.

1.

2.

Safely pull to the side of the road. Put the transmission in Neutral or Park, and set the parking brake. Turn off all accessories, and turn on the hazard warning lights.

If you see steam and/or spray coming from under the hood, turn off the engine. Wait until you see no more signs of steam or spray, then open the hood.

If the Engine Overheats

3.

If you do not see steam or spray, leave the engine running and watch the temperature gauge. If the high heat is due to overloading, the engine should start to cool down almost immediately. If it does, wait until the temperature gauge comes down to the midpoint, then continue driving.

4.

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

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If the Engine Overheats

5.

6.

7.

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 Emergency ). Towing 216

on page

If you don’t find an obvious leak, check the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank (see page 128

).

If there was no coolant in the reserve tank, you may need to add coolant to the radiator. Let the engine cool down until the pointer reaches the middle of the temperature gauge or lower before checking the radiator.

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

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

8.

Using gloves or a large heavy cloth, turn the radiator cap counterclockwise without pushing down to the first stop. After the pressure releases, push down on the cap and turn it until it comes off.

9.

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.

10.

Put the radiator cap back on tightly. Run the engine and watch the temperature gauge. If it goes back to the red mark, the engine needs repair (see Towing on page

Emergency 216

).

11.

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

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Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator

Low Oil Pressure Indicator

This light should never come on when the engine is running. If it starts flashing or stays on, the oil pressure has dropped very low. Serious engine damage is possible and you should take immediate action.

NOTICE: Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause serious mechanical damage almost immediately. Turn of f the engine as soon as you can saf ely get the vehicle stopped.

1.

2.

3.

4.

Safely pull off the road, and shut off the engine. Turn on the hazard warning lights.

Let the vehicle sit for a minute. Open the hood, and check the oil level (see page ). An engine very low on oil can lose pressure during cornering and other driving maneuvers.

127

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

173

).

Start the engine, and watch the oil pressure light. If it 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 216

Emergency Towing ).

on page

Charging System Indicator

If the charging system indicator comes on brightly

when the engine is running, the battery is not being charged.

Immediately turn off all electrical accessories. Try not to use other electrically operated controls such as the power windows. Keep the engine running; starting the engine will discharge the battery rapidly.

Go to a service station or garage where you can get technical assistance.

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Malfunction Indicator Lamp

If the indicator comes on while driving, it means one

of the engine’s emission control systems may have a problem. Even though you may feel no difference in your vehicle’s performance, it can reduce your fuel economy and cause increased emissions. Continued operation may cause serious damage.

If you have recently refueled your vehicle, the indicator coming on could be a loose or missing fuel fill cap. Tighten the cap until it clicks at least three times. Tightening the cap will not turn the indicator turn off immediately; it takes at least three days of normal driving.

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If the indicator comes on repeatedly, even though it may turn off as you continue driving, have the vehicle checked by the dealer as soon as possible.

If your vehicle battery has been disconnected or gone dead, these codes are erased. It takes at least three days of driving under various conditions to set the codes again.

NOTICE: If you keep driving with the Malf unction Indicator Lamp on, you can damage your vehicle’s emission controls and the engine. Those repairs may not be covered by your vehicle’s warranties.

Readiness Codes Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readiness codes’’ that are part of the on-board diagnostics for the emissions systems. In some states, part of the emissions testing is to make sure these codes are set. If they are not set, the test cannot be completed.

To check if they are set, turn the ignition to ON (II), without starting the engine. The Malfunction Indicator Lamp will come on for 20
seconds. If it then goes off, the readiness codes are set. If it blinks 5
times, the readiness codes are not set. If possible, do not take your vehicle for a state emissions test until the readiness codes are set. Refer to State Emissions Testing for more information, on page

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Brake System Indicator

U.S.

Canada

If the brake system indicator comes on while driving, the brake fluid level is probably low. Press lightly on the brake pedal if it feels normal. If it does not, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop at a service station (see page

181

).

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. A problem in one part of the system’s dual circuit design will still give you braking at two wheels. You will feel the brake pedal go down much farther before the vehicle begins to slow down and you will have to press harder on the pedal.

Slow down by shifting to a lower gear, and pull to the side of the road when it is safe. Because of the long distance needed to stop, it is hazardous to drive the vehicle. You should have it towed and repaired as soon as possible (see Towing 216

Emergency ).

on page

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

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NOTICE: Towing with only two tires on the ground will damage parts of the 4WD system. It should be transported on a f lat-bed truck or trailer.

Towing Your Vehicle on page for non-emergency towing

Refer to Behind a Motorhome 157
information.

Emergency Towing

If your vehicle needs to be towed, call a professional towing service or an organization. Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is very dangerous.

The only way you can safely tow your vehicle is with flat-bed equipment. The operator will load your vehicle on the back of a truck. Any other method of towing will damage the drive system. When you contact the towing agency, inform them a flat-bed is required.

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If the electric motor will not close the moonroof, do the following:

1.

2.

Check the fuse for the moonroof motor (see page ). If the fuse is blown, replace it with one of the same or lower rating.

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Try closing the moonroof. If the new fuse blows immediately or the moonroof motor still does not operate, you can close the moonroof manually.

3.

Get the moonroof wrench out of the tool kit under the cargo area floor.

Closing the Moonroof

TAB

NOTCH

SOCKET

ROUND PLUG

MOONROOF WRENCH

4.

To remove the round plug in the center of the headliner, turn the plug by using a screwdriver or coin, then pry it out. Make sure to align the tabs on the round plug to the notches on the ceilling as shown in the illustration.

5.

Insert the moonroof wrench into the socket behind this plug. Turn the wrench until the moonroof is fully closed.

6.

Remove the wrench. Reinstall the round plug.

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Fuses

INTERIOR

UNDER-HOOD

TAB

221

and

Checking and Replacing Fuses If something electrical in your vehicle stops working, check for a blown fuse first. Determine from the chart on pages or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that device. Check those fuses first, but check all the fuses before deciding that a blown fuse is the cause. Replace any blown fuses and check if the device works.

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The interior fuse box is underneath the steering column. To remove the fuse box lid, pull it toward you and take the lid out of its hinges.

The vehicle’s fuses are located in two fuse boxes. The under-hood fuse box is located in the engine compartment on the driver’s side. To open it, push the tabs as shown.

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.

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FUSE

BLOWN

BLOWN

3.

Check each of the large fuses in the under-hood fuse box by looking through the top at the wire inside. Remove the screws with a Phillips-head screwdriver.

4.

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

5.

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

Fuses

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.

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Fuses

NOTICE: Replacing a f use with one that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances of damaging the electrical system. If you do not have a replacement f use with the proper rating f or the circuit, install one with a lower rating.

6.

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

If the radio fuse is removed, the audio system will disable itself. The next time you turn on the radio you will see ‘‘COdE’’ in the frequency display. Use the Preset buttons to enter the five-digit code (see page 117

).

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INTERIOR FUSE BOX

Fuse Locations

No. Amps.

Circuits Protected

10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25

7.5 A 20 A 7.5 A 7.5 A 7.5 A − 7.5 A 10 A 10 A 20 A 20 A 15 A 15 A 7.5 A 20 A − 20 A 20 A 20 A 20 A

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Power Window Relay Moonroof Accessory, Radio Rear Wiper Meter Not Used Daytime running lights SRS Remote Control Mirrors LAF Heater Heated Seat Fuel Pump Front Accessory Power Socket Turn Signal Lights Front Wiper Not Used Front Right Power Window Front Left Power Window Rear Left Power Window Rear Right Power Window

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No. Amps.

Circuits Protected

15 A 10 A 10 A 10 A −

Ignition Coil Rear Accessory Power Socket Daytime running lights ACG Not Used

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Fuse Locations

UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX

No. Amps.

Circuits Protected

10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
−

20 A 15 A 15 A 20 A 15 A 15 A 15 A − 10 A 30 A 20 A 40 A 40 A 40 A 15 A 20 A 15 A 30 A 100 A 50 A −

21 25 7.5A 30A

Condenser Fan Small Light Interior Light Cooling Fan Hazard FI ECU Horn, Stop Not Used Back Up ABS Motor Rear Defroster Heater Motor Power Window Option Left Headlight Door Lock Right Headlight ABS F/S Battery Ignition 1
Spare Fuses

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Technical Information

The diagrams in this section give you the dimensions and capacities of your Honda, and the locations of the identification numbers. It also includes information you should know about your vehicle’s tires and emissions control systems.

Identification Numbers Specifications DOT Tire Quality Grading

................ ................................

. 224
. 226

(U.S. Vehicles)

......................

. 228

Uniform Tire Quality

Grading Treadwear Traction Temperature Tire Information

.................................. ................................. ...................................... ............................. ...........................

. 228
. 228
. 228
. 229
. 230

Emissions Controls ....................... The Clean Air Act ..................... Crankcase Emissions Control .................................... Evaporative Emissions Control ....................................

System

System

Onboard Refueling Vapor

. 231
. 231

. 231

. 231

Recovery

. 231
Exhaust Emissions Controls . 232
. 232

................................ ... ....................

PGM-FI System Ignition Timing Control

System

................................

. 232

Three Way Catalytic

Converter

Replacement Parts

. 232
........................... .................... . 232
Three Way Catalytic Converter . 233
.. . 234
State Emissions Testing ..............

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Identification Numbers

Your vehicle has several identifying numbers located in various places.

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

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Technical Information

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

CERTIFICATION LABEL

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The Engine Number is stamped into the engine block.

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

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER

Identification Numbers

ENGINE NUMBER

MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER

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Specifications

Dimensions Length

Width Height Wheelbase Track

Front Rear

＊

1 : Canada EX-L model

Weights Gross vehicle weight rating

Engine Type

Bore x Stroke Displacement Compression ratio Spark plugs

178.6 in (4,537 mm) 179.1 in (4,550 mm) ＊ 70.2 in (1,782 mm) 66.2 in (1,682 mm) 103.1 in (2,620 mm) 60.4 in (1,533 mm) 60.6 in (1,538 mm)

See the certification label attached to the driver’s doorjamb.

Water cooled 4-stroke DOHC

VTEC 4-cylinder gasoline engine 3.43 x 3.90 in (87.0 x 99.0 mm)

144 cu-in (2,354 cm )

9.6 : 1

IZFR6K-11
SKJ20DR-M11

(NGK)

(DENSO)

Capacities Fuel tank

Engine oil

Change ＊

Approx. 15.3 US gal (58 )

Including filter Without filter

Total

4.4 US qt (4.2 ) 4.2 US qt (4.0 ) 5.6 US qt (5.3 )

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Engine coolant

Automatic Transmission

Change ＊ Total

Manual Transmission

Change ＊ Total Change 4WD 2WD

Total

4WD 2WD Change Total

Change Total

4WD

U.S. Vehicles Canada Vehicles

Automatic transmission fluid

Manual transmission fluid Rear differential fluid (4WD) Windshield washer reservoir

1.43 US gal (5.4 ) 1.88 US gal (7.1 )

1.45 US gal (5.5 ) 1.90 US gal (7.2 )

3.3 US qt (3.1 ) 3.1 US qt (2.9 )

7.6 US qt (7.2 ) 6.9 US qt (6.5 ) 2.0 US qt (1.9 ) 2.4 US qt (2.3 )

1.1 US qt (1.0 ) 1.3 US qt (1.2 )

2.6 US qt (2.5 ) 4.8 US qt (4.5 )

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1 : 2 :

Excluding the oil remaining in the engine. Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine. Reserve tank capacity: 0.16 US gal (0.6 )

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Air Conditioning Refrigerant type Charge quantity Lubricant type

Lights Headlights Front turn signal/side marker lights Parking lights Rear turn signal lights Stop/Taillights Back-up lights License plate light Ceiling light Spotlights Cargo area Light Rear side marker lights High-mount brake light

Battery Capacity

HFC-134a (R-134a) −

17.0 18.7 oz (480 530 g)

−

SP-10

60/55 W 21/5 W

(H4/HB2)

3 CP 21 W 21/5 W 21 W 5 W 8 W 4 CP 8 W 3 CP 21 W

12 V 12 V

12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V

− −

− − − − − − − − − −

12 V 12 V

− −

36 AH/5 HR 45 AH/20 HR

Specifications

See page 221 or the fuse label attached to the inside of the fuse box door under the steering column. See page 222 or the fuse box cover.

Front Rear Front Rear Front

0.0 in (0 mm)

0.08 in (2.0 mm)

0° 1° − 1°45’

Front/Rear Front Rear

P205/70R15 95S

26 psi (180 kPa , 1.8 kgf/cm ) 26 psi (180 kPa , 1.8 kgf/cm )

Fuses Interior

Under-hood

Alignment Toe-in

Camber

Caster

Tires Size Pressure

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DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)

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

The tires on your vehicle meet all U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. All tires are also graded for treadwear, traction, and temperature performance according to Department of Transportation (DOT) standards. The following explains these gradings.

Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between the tread shoulder and the maximum section width. For example:

Treadwear 200
Traction AA Temperature A

All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades.

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AA, A, B, C

Traction The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.

Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.

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A, B, C

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

DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)

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

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Tire Information

Tire Labeling The tires that came on your vehicle have a number of markings. Those you should be aware of are described below.

15

95

−

−

Rim diameter in inches.

2202

−

Date of manufacture.

Load index (a numerical code associated with the maximum load the tire can carry).

TireSize Whenever tires are replaced, they should be replaced with tires of the same size. Following is an example of tire size with an explanation of what each component means.

P205/70R15 95S

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Vehicle type (P indicates passenger vehicle).

205

−

Tire width in millimeters.

70

−

Aspect ratio (the tire’s section height as a percentage of its width).

−

Tire construction code (R indicates radial).

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Speed symbol (an alphabetical code indicating the maximum speed rating).

TireIdentificationNumber Tire Identification Number (TIN) is a group of numbers and letters that look like the following example TIN.

DOT B97R FW6X 2202

DOT

−

This indicates that the tire meets all requirements of the U.S. Department of Transportation.

B97R

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Manufacturer’s identification mark.

FW6X

−

Tire type code.

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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.

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The Clean Air Act The United States Clean Air Act sets standards for automobile emissions. It also requires that automobile manufacturers explain to owners how their emissions controls work and what to do to maintain them. This section summarizes how the emissions controls work. Scheduled maintenance is on page 168

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In Canada, Honda vehicles comply

with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) for Emissions valid at the time they are manufactured.

Crankcase Emissions Control System Your vehicle has a Positive Crankcase Ventilation System. This keeps gasses that build up in the engine’s crankcase from going into the atmosphere. The Positive Crank- case Ventilation valve routes them

Emissions Controls

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.

Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery The Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery (ORVR) system captures the fuel vapors during refueling. The vapors are adsorbed in a canister filled with activated carbon. While driving, the fuel vapors are drawn into the engine and burned off.

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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.

PGM-FISystem 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.

IgnitionTimingControlSystem This system constantly adjusts the ignition timing, reducing the amount of HC, CO, and NOx produced.

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 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.

ThreeWayCatalyticConverter 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 ), dinitrogen (N ), and water vapor.

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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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State Emissions Testing

Testing of Readiness Codes If you take your vehicle for a state emissions test shortly after the battery has been disconnected or gone dead, it may not pass the test. This is because of certain ‘‘readiness codes’’ that must be set in the on- board diagnostics for the emissions systems. These codes are erased when the battery is disconnected, and set again only after several days of driving under a variety of conditions.

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Without touching the accelerator pedal, start the engine and let it idle for 20 seconds.

Keep the vehicle in Park (automatic transmission) or Neutral (manual transmission). Increase the engine speed to 2,000
rpm and hold it there until the temperature gauge rises to at least 1/4 of the scale (approximately 3
minutes).

If the testing facility determines that the readiness codes are not set, you will be requested to return at a later date to complete the test. If you must get the vehicle re-tested within the next two or three days, you can condition the vehicle for re-testing by doing the following.

Make sure the gas tank is nearly, but not completely, full (around 3/4).

Make sure the vehicle has been parked with the engine off for 8
hours or more.

Make sure the ambient temperature is between 20° and 95°F.

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State Emissions Testing

Select a nearby lightly traveled major highway where you can maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20
minutes. Drive on the highway in D (A/T) or 5th (M/T). Do not use the cruise control. When traffic allows, drive for 90 seconds without moving the accelerator pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary slightly; this is okay.) If you cannot do this for a continuous 90
seconds because of traffic conditions, drive for at least 30
seconds, then repeat it two more times (for a total of 90 seconds).

Then drive in city/suburban traffic for at least 10 minutes. When traffic conditions allow, let the vehicle coast for several seconds without using the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal.

If the testing facility determines the readiness codes are still not set, see your Honda dealer.

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Warranty and Customer Relations

Customer Service

Information

Warranty Coverages Reporting Safety Defects

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(U.S. Vehicles)

Authorized Manuals

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Customer Service Information

Canadian Owners: CUSTOMER RELATIONS RELATIONS AVEC LA CLIENTÈLE Honda Canada Inc. 715 Milner Avenue Toronto, ON M1B 2K8

Tel: 1-888-9-HONDA-9
Fax: Toll-free 1-877-939-0909
Toronto (416) 287-4776

In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands: Bella International P.O. Box 190816
San Juan, Puerto Rico 00919-0816

Tel: (787) 250-4318

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 Service Office.

U.S. Owners: American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Honda Customer Service Mail Stop 500-2N-7A 1919 Torrance Boulevard Torrance, California 90501-2746

Tel: (800) 999-1009

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

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