1993 Honda Prelude Owners Manual

1. Moisture trapped in body cavi- ties. Dirt and road salt that col- lects in hollows on the underside of the car stays damp, promoting corrosion in that area.

2. Removal of paint and protective

coatings from the exterior and underside of the car.

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

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

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 defog- ger wires. When cleaning the rear window, use gentle pressure and wipe side-to-side.

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Main MenuTable of Contentsst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.

Use a high-pressure spray to clean the underside of your car. 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. Cars 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 car inspected and repaired periodically.

Corrosion Protection, Body Repairs

Body Repairs Body repairs affect your car's resistance to corrosion. If your car 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 sheetmetal pieces that seem to duplicate the original Honda body parts, but are actually inferior in fit, finish, and quality. Once installed, they do not give the same high- quality appearance and level of corrosion resistance.

When reporting your collision to the insurance company, tell them you want genuine Honda parts used in the repair. Although most insurers recognize the higher quality of original parts, some may try to specify that the repairs be done with the "lowest cost" parts available. You should investigate this before any repairs are begun.

Take your car 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 cars. 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 car towed.

Compact Spare Tire..................... 184
Changing a Flat Tire................... 185
If Your Engine Won't Start........ 190
Nothing Happens...................... 190
The Starter Operates

Normally................................ 191
Jump Starting................................ 191
If Your Engine Overheats.......... 193
Low Oil Pressure.......................... 195
Charging System Indication...... 196
Malfunction Indicator Lamp/

Check Engine Light................. 197
Closing the Sunroof..................... 198
Fuses............................................... 199
Checking and Replacing......... 200
Towing........................................... 202

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Main MenustCompact Spare Tire

Your car has a compact spare tire that takes up less space. Use this spare tire as a temporary replace- ment only. Get your regular tire repaired or replaced and put back on your car as soon as you can.

Check the inflation pressure of the compact spare tire every time you check the other tires. It should be inflated to: 415 kPa (4.15 kg/cm2 , 60 psi)

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Follow these precautions whenever you are using the compact spare tire:

INDICATOR LOCATION MARK

Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) under any circumstances.

This tire gives a harsher ride and less traction on some road sur- faces than the regular tire. Use greater caution while driving on this tire.

Do not mount snow chains on the compact spare.

The wheel of the compact spare tire is designed especially to fit your car. Do not use your spare tire on another car unless it is the same make and model.

TREAD WEAR INDICATOR BAR

The compact spare tire has a shorter tread life than a regular tire. Replace it when you can see the tread wear indicator bars. The replacement should be the same size and design tire, mounted on the same wheel. The compact spare tire is not designed to be mounted on a regular wheel, and the com- pact wheel is not designed for mounting a regular tire.

Main MenuTable of ContentsstIf you have a flat tire while driving, stop in a safe place to change it. Stopping in traffic or on the shoul- der 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 traf- fic lanes.

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

Follow the directions for chang- ing a tire exactly, and never get under the car when it is supported only by the jack.

1. Park the car on firm, level

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

Changing a Flat Tire

TRUNK FLOOR

JACK

5. Unscrew the wing bolt and take the spare tire out of the trunk.

SPARE TIRE

TOOL KIT

2. Put the transmission in Park

(automatic) or Reverse (manual). Set the parking brake.

3. Open the trunk. Raise the trunk

floor by lifting up on the back edge.

4. Take the tool kit out of the trunk.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstChanging a Flat Tire

HANDLE

COVER

JACK

6. The jack is behind a cover in the right fender. Remove the cover by turning the handle clockwise, then pulling on the cover.

7. Turn the jack's end bracket

counterclockwise to loosen it, then remove the jack.

8. Loosen the four wheel nuts 1/2

turn with the wheel wrench.

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JACKING POINT

9. 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 on the jack notch.

WHEEL WRENCH

EXTENSION

10. Use the extension and wheel

wrench as shown to raise the car until the flat tire is off the ground.

11. Remove the wheel nuts and flat tire. Temporarily place the flat tire on the ground with the outside surface of the wheel facing up. The outside surface contacting the ground could damage the wheel surface.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstChanging a Flat Tire

BRAKE HUB

12. Before mounting the spare tire, wipe any dirt off the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a cloth.

13. 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.

14. Lower the car to the ground and

remove the jack.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstWING BOLT

Changing a Flat Tire

SPACER CONE

19. Store the jack in its holder with

the end bracket facing to the rear. Turn the jack's end bracket to lock it in place. Replace the cover. Store the tool kit.

20. Store the wheel cover or center cap in the trunk. Make sure they do not get scratched or damaged.

15. Tighten the wheel nuts securely in the same crisscross pattern. Have the wheel nut torque check- ed at the nearest automotive service facility. Tighten the wheel nuts to: 110 N.m(11 kg-m,80 Ib-ft)

16. Remove the wheel cover or

center cap. Place the flat tire face down in the trunk well.

17. Remove the spacer cone from the wing bolt, turn it over, and put it back on the bolt.

18. Secure the flat tire by screwing the wing bolt back into its hole.

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Main MenuTable of Contentsst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, but the engine does not start up and run.

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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 trans- mission, 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 dis- charged. See Jump Starting on page 191.

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 problem. (See Towing on page 202.)

If the headlights dim noticeably or go out when you try to start the engine, either the battery is discharged or the connections are corroded. Check the condi- tion of the battery and terminal connections (see page 153). You can then try jump starting the car from a booster battery (see page 191).

Main MenuTable of ContentsstIf Your Engine Won't Start, Jump Starting

The Starter Operates Normally In this case, the starter motor sounds 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 109.

Do you have fuel? Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) for a minute and watch the fuel gauge.

There may be an electrical problem, such as no power to the fuel pump. Check all the fuses (see page 199).

Jump Starting If your car'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, there are several precau- tions you should take. Follow the directions closely.

A battery can explode if you do not follow the correct pro- cedure, seriously injuring any- one nearby.

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

If you find nothing wrong, you will need a qualified technician to find the problem. See Towing on page 202.

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

To jump start your car:

1. Open the hood and check the

physical condition of the battery (see page 152). 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 or explode.

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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Main MenuTable of Contentsst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 grounding strap as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to any other part of the engine.

5. If the booster battery is in

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

BOOSTER BATTERY

6. Start your car. 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 car is running,

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

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstYour car's temperature gauge should register in the midrange under most conditions. It may register higher if you are driving up a long steep hill on a very hot day. If it illuminates the red marker at the right end of the gauge, you should determine the reason.

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

NOTICE

Driving with the temperature gauge's red marker lit can cause serious damage to your engine.

Steam and spray from an over- heated 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 climate control and all other accessories. Turn on the hazard warning indicators.

If Your Engine Overheats

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 overload- ing (climbing a long, steep hill on a hot day with the A/C running, for example), the engine should start to cool down almost immedi- ately. If it does, wait until the temperature gauge comes down to the midpoint then continue driving.

4. If the temperature gauge

continues to display the red marker, turn off the engine.

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

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstIf Your Engine Overheats

6. Look for any obvious coolant leaks, such as a split radiator hose. Everything is still extreme- ly hot, so use caution. If you find a leak, it must be repaired before you continue driving (see Towing on page 202).

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

check the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank (see page 139). If the level is below the MIN mark, add coolant to half- way 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 temperature gauge registers below the midpoint, 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.

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.

10 . Start the engine and set the

temperature control lever 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 illuminates the red marker again, the engine needs repair. (See Towing on page 202.)

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.

Main MenuTable of ContentsstLow Oil Pressure

4. Start the engine and watch the

oil pressure light. 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 202.)

1. Safely pull off the road and shut

off the engine.

2. Let the car sit for a minute. Open

the hood and check the oil level (see page 135). Although oil level and oil pressure are not directly connected, an engine that is very low on oil can loose pressure during cornering and other driving maneuvers.

3. If necessary, add oil to bring the level back to the full mark on the dipstick (see page 135).

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LOW OIL PRESSURE LIGHT

The low oil pressure light should never come on when the engine is running. If this light comes on with the engine running, take immediate action.

NOTICE

Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause serious mechani- cal damage almost immediately. Turn off the engine as soon as you can safely get the car stopped.

Main MenuTable of ContentsstCharging System Indication

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.

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

CHARGING SYSTEM LIGHT

The charging system light should go out after the engine starts. If it comes on brightly with the engine running, the alternator is no longer charging the battery.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstMalfunction Indicator Lamp/Check Engine Light

NOTICE

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

If this indicator light comes on, safely pull off the road and turn off the engine. Restart the engine and watch the indicator light. If it stays on, have your car 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 car if the indicator light comes on frequently, even though it goes off when you follow the above procedure.

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MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP/ CHECK ENGINE LIGHT

If this indicator light comes on while driving, there is a problem with your engine or its emission control systems. Even though you may feel no difference in your car's performance, it can reduce your fuel economy and cause your car to put out excessive emissions. Continued operation may cause serious engine damage.

Main MenuTable of ContentsstClosing the Sunroof

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

1. Check the fuse for the sunroof

motor (see page 200). If the fuse is blown, replace it with one of the same or lower rating.

2. Try closing the sunroof. If the

new fuse blows immediately or the sunroof motor still does not operate, you can close the sunroof manually.

3. Get the tool kit out of the trunk.

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SOCKET

ROUND PLUG

4. Pry off the round plug in the

center of the headliner.

5. Insert the sunroof wrench into

the socket behind this plug. Turn the wrench until the sunroof is fully closed.

6. Remove the wrench. Replace the

round plug.

Main MenuTable of ContentsstAll the electrical circuits in your car have fuses to protect them from a short circuit or overload. These fuses are located in two fuse boxes.

UNDERHOOD

TAB

INTERIOR

Fuses

KNOB

The underhood fuse box is located in the engine compartment next to the battery. To open, push the tab as shown.

The interior fuse box is underneath the dashboard on the driver's side. To open, turn the knob as shown.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstFuses

Checking and Replacing Fuses If something electrical in your car stops working, the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse. Determine from the chart on the fuse box cover or inside the fuse box which fuse or fuses control that component. Check those fuses first, but check all the fuses before deciding that 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 head- lights and all other accessories are off.

2. Remove the cover from the fuse

box.

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FUSE PULLER

BLOWN

3. Check each of the large fuses in

the underhood fuse box by looking through the top at the wire inside. Removing these fuses requires a Phillips-head screwdriver.

4. Check the smaller fuses in the underhood fuse box and all the fuses in the interior fuse box by pulling out each fuse with the fuse puller provided in the interior fuse box.

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

If you cannot drive the car 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 cigarette lighter, or radio). If you replace the burned out 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.

Fuses

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 replacement fuse with the proper rating for the circuit, install one with a lower rating.

6. If the replacement fuse of the

same rating burns out in a short time, there is probably a serious electrical problem in your car. Leave the burned out fuse in that circuit and have your car check- ed by a qualified technician.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstTowing

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

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

Flat-bed Equipment — The operator loads your car on the back of a truck. This is the best way of transporting your Honda.

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 wheels remain on the ground.

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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 the cables lift that end of the car off the ground. Your car's sus- pension and body can be seriously damaged if this method of towing is attempted.

If your Honda cannot be trans- ported by flat-bed, it should be towed with the front wheels off the ground. If due to damage, your car must be towed with the front wheels on the ground, do the following:

5-speed Manual Transmission

Release the parking brake. Shift the transmission to Neutral.

Automatic Transmission

Release the parking brake. Start the engine. Shift to D4, then to N. Turn off the engine.

NOTICE

Improper towing preparation will damage the transmission. Follow the above procedure exactly. If you cannot shift the transmission or start the engine (automatic trans- mission), your car must be trans- ported on a flat-bed.

It is best to tow the car no far- ther than 80 km (50 miles), and keep the speed below 35 mph (55
km/h).

NOTICE

Trying to lift or tow your car by the bumpers will cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed to support the car's weight.

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

Technical Information

Identification Numbers............... 204
Specifications................................ 206
Anti-lock Brake System ............. 208
Supplemental Restraint

System........................................ 209
Four Wheel Steering................... 210
Emission Controls......................... 211
The Clean Air Act.................... 211
Crankcase Emission Control

System.................................... 211

Evaporative Emission Control

System.................................... 211
Exhaust Emission Controls.... 212
PGM-FI System.................... 212
Ignition Timing Control

System................................ 212

Exhaust Gas

Recirculation..................... 212

Three Way Catalytic

Converter........................... 212
Replacement Parts................... 212

Three Way Catalytic

Converter................................... 213

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Main MenustIdentification Numbers

Your car 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 car for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insur- ing your car. 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 door jamb, 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

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MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER

The Engine Number is stamped into the engine block.

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

ENGINE NUMBER

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstSpecifications

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* 1 : US: S, Canada: S * 2 : US: Si, Si 4WS, Canada: SR, SR 4WS * 3 : US: VTEC, Canada: SR-V

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

Reserve tank capacity: 0.6 l (0.16 US gal, 0.13 Imp gal)

* 3 : US: Si, Si 4WS, Canada: SR, SR 4WS * 4 : US: VTEC, Canada: SR-V * 5 : Excluding the oil remaining in the engine.

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* 1 : S * 2 : Except S

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstAnti-lock Brake System

The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) is standard equipment on the Prelude Si, Si 4WS and VTEC models sold in the U.S. and SR, SR 4WS and SR-V models sold in Canada. It is not available on any other models.

The ABS works by measuring how fast the wheels are turning during braking and comparing their speed. If any wheel is rotating much slower than the others (on the verge of locking up and skidding), the system reduces hydraulic pressure to that wheel's brake caliper. When that wheel's speed matches the other wheels, the system applies normal hydraulic pressure. This can take place several times per second at each wheel. You feel the ABS working as rapid pulsations in the brake pedal.

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Each wheel has a wheel speed sensor assembly. As the wheel rotates, the sensor sends electrical pulses to the ABS control unit. The pulse frequency varies with the wheel speed.

The electrical output of the ABS control unit is connected to the modulator/solenoid unit. During braking, the ABS control unit monitors the pulse frequencies from the four wheels. When the control unit detects a wheel locking up, it energizes the appropriate solenoid in the modulator/solenoid unit. There are three solenoids: one for each front wheel, and one for the rear wheels. The energized solenoid reduces hydraulic pres- sure to one side of a modulator valve. This, in turn, reduces hydrau- lic pressure in the brake line going to the affected wheel. When that wheel speeds up because of the re- duced braking effort, the control

unit de-energizes the solenoid. This builds hydraulic pressure on the modulator valve. The pressure in- creases in the hydraulic line to the wheel.

For the system to react quickly, the modulator/solenoid unit must have brake fluid under high pressure. This is supplied by an accumulator that is pressurized by an electric pump. A pressure-sensing switch on the accumulator controls this pump.

The control unit also contains error detection circuitry. It monitors the operation of the wheel sensors, solenoids, pump, and electronics. If the control unit detects any faults, it shuts off power to the pump motor and solenoids. The light on the instrument panel comes on. The brakes then work like a conventional system without anti- lock capabilities.

Main MenuTable of ContentsstThe SRS includes the steering wheel airbag assembly, sensors in the dashboard, and a control unit with sensors behind the center console. (US: Si 4WS, VTEC, Canada: SR 4WS, SR-V) The system also has a dashboard- mounted airbag assembly for the passenger.

The sensors are decelerometers, set to trigger in a severe frontal impact that generates more force than a 25 mile per hour crash into a parked vehicle of similar size. For the SRS to activate, at least two sensors must trigger. This duplica- tion is to prevent accidental activa- tion.

Supplemental Restraint System

When the control unit receives trigger signals from at least two sensors, it sends voltage to the airbag. The control unit stores this charge in capacitors to insure reliability even if a severe impact damages the car's battery or electrical connections.

The electrical charge sent to the airbag assembly ignites its propel- lant, which burns instantaneously. The gas produced by the burning propellant inflates the airbag instantly.

The airbag is vented so it stays inflated for only an instant and does not block the driver's vision. Smoke from the burned propellant comes out of the airbag and into the car's interior. This is normal and does not mean there is a fire. The airbag collapses onto the driver's lap.

The airbag unit can inflate only one time. After use, your Honda dealer must check the complete Supple- mental Restraint System and re- place the airbag assembly.

To ensure long-term reliability, the SRS uses gold-plated electrical connections throughout. Exposed components are sealed with epoxy. The control unit monitors the SRS circuitry whenever the ignition is ON (II). If the control unit senses any faults, it turns on the SRS indicator light on the instrument panel. Take the car to your Honda dealer to diagnose and repair the system as soon as possible.

The SRS needs no regular mainte- nance other than an inspection by your Honda dealer ten years after manufacture.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstFour Wheel Steering

The Si 4WS model in the U. S and the SR 4WS model in Canada are equipped with an electronic Four Wheel Steering system.

As inputs, the 4WS system uses a vehicle speed sensor and a sensor to measure how far the front wheels are turned.

The electronic control unit for 4WS system uses these inputs to deter- mine which direction to steer the rear wheels, and at what angle. Depending on vehicle speed and the angle of the front wheels, the rear wheels will be "countersteered" (steered in the opposite direction of the front wheels) or "same-steered" (steered in the same direction as the front wheels).

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The 4WS electronic control unit drives an electric motor built into the rear steering box. Sensors for rear wheel angle and speed provide feedback. The electronic control unit uses this feedback to compare the actual rear wheel angle to the desired angle.

When the driver turns the front wheels with the car traveling less than 18 mph (30 km/h), the rear wheels are countersteered. The angle of countersteer increases as the angle of the front wheels in- creases, to a maximum counter- steer angle of six degrees. This improves response when parallel parking or making sharp turns.

Above 18 mph (30 km/h), the rear wheels are same-steered as the driver begins to turn the steering wheel. The rear wheel angle for any given steering wheel angle is not fixed; it increases as vehicle

speed increases. This improves response in lane-changing maneu- vers.

As the driver continues to turn the steering wheel, the rear wheels are steered back to the straight-ahead position and then to countersteer mode. As with same steer, the angle of countersteer varies with vehicle speed; increasing and then decreasing as the speed rises. This gives improved handling in low, medium, and high speed curves.

The 4WS system's electronic control unit monitors the sensors whenever the ignition is ON. If it detects a problem anywhere in the system, it lights the 4WS indicator on the instrument panel and turns the system off. With the system off, the rear wheels remain pointed straight ahead. Your car will then drive like a conventional car without 4WS.

Main MenuTable of ContentsstThe burning of gasoline in your car'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 emission controls work and what to do to maintain them. This section summarizes how the emission con- trols work. Scheduled maintenance is on page 129.

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

Emission Controls

Crankcase Emission Control System Your car 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 Emission Control System As gasoline evaporates in the fuel tank, an evaporative emission 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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Main MenuTable of ContentsstEmission Controls

Exhaust Emission Controls The exhaust emission controls include four systems: PGM-FI, Ignition Timing Control, Exhaust Gas Recirculation and Three Way Catalytic Converter. These four 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 emission control systems are separate from the crankcase and evaporative emission control systems.

PGM-FI System The PGM-FI System on this model is a sequential multiport fuel injection. The PGM-FI System on your car has three subsystems: Air Intake, Engine Control, and Fuel Control. The Engine Control Module (ECM) uses various sensors to determine how much air is going into the engine. It then controls how much

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fuel to inject under all operating conditions.

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

Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system takes some of the exhaust gas and routes it back into the intake manifold. Adding ex- haust gas to the air/fuel mixture re- duces the amount of NOx produced when the fuel is burned.

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 (CO2), dinitrogen (N2), and water vapor.

Replacement Parts The emission 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 emis- sions remain low, you should use only new genuine Honda replace- ment parts or their equivalent for repairs. Using lower quality parts may increase the emissions from your car.

The emissions control systems are covered by warranties separate from the rest of your car. Read your warranty manual for more information.

Main MenuTable of ContentsstThe three way catalytic converter contains platinum and rhodium. These metals 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 car away from high grass, dry leaves, or other flamma- bles.

Three Way Catalytic Converter

Keep the engine tuned-up.

Have your car 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 performance. Follow these guidelines to protect your car'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 inef- fective.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstWarranty and Customer Relations

Warranty Coverages.................... 216
Customer Relations

Information................................ 217
U.S. Zone Office Map.................. 218
Canada Zone Office Map............ 219
Authorized Manuals.................... 221

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Main MenustWarranty Coverages

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

New Car Limited Warranty — provides coverage for defects in materials and workmanship for 3
years or 57,600 km (36,000 miles).

Emission Control Systems De- fects Warranty and Emissions Performance Warranty — these two warranties cover your car's emission control systems. Time, mileage, and coverage are condi- tional. Please read the warranty manual for exact information.

Original Equipment Battery Limited Warranty — provides coverage for 36 months, with 100% coverage for the first 24 months.

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

Replacement Battery Limited Warranty — provides coverage for up to 36 months, with 100% cover- age for the first 12 months.

Rust Perforation Limited Warranty — body panels that rust through from the inside will be repaired or replaced for up to 36
months. There is no mileage limit.

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 — provides coverage for defects in materials and workman- ship for 12 months or 19,200 km (12,000 miles).

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

There are restrictions and exclu- sions which apply to all these war- ranties. Please read the 1993 Honda Warranties booklet that came with your car 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.

Canada Cars Please refer to the 1993 Warranty and Maintenance Guide that came with your car.

Main MenuTable of Contentsst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 204) Name and address of the dealer who services your car Date of purchase Mileage on your car Your name, address, and tele- phone number A detailed description of the problem Name of the dealer who sold the car to you

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstU.S. Zone Office Map

Western Zone P.O. Box 2260

700 Van Ness Avenue Torrance, California 90501-2260
(310) 781-4565

Northwestern Zone P.O. Box 20186

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

South Central Zone 4529 Royal Lane

lrving, Texas 75063
(214)929-5481

Mid-AflanticZone 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
(203)623-3310
See Zone 5 for: NYC Metro area and Fairfield County, CT area

Central Zone 101 South Stanfield Road

Troy, Ohio 45373
(513)332-6250

Northeastern Zone P.O. Box 337

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

West Central Zone 1600 South Abilene Street, Suite D

Aurora, Colorado 80012
(303)696-3935

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

P.O. Box 190816
San Juan, PR 009194)816
(809)250-8070

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

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstCanada Zone Office Map

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

Central Zone Honda Canada Inc. 126 Milner Avenue Scarborough, Ontario M1S 3R2
(416) 299-3400

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

Atlantic Zone Honda Canada Inc. 800 Windmill Road Dartmouth, N.S. B3B 1L1
(902) 468-4416

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Main MenuTable of Contentsst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 thier 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.

61SS001

61SS001EL

61SS030
31SS0610

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstAuthorized Manuals

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 car.

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

These Publications cannot be returned tor credit without receiving advance authorization within 14 days of delivery On returns, a restocking lee may be applied against the original order

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstIndex

Airbag (SRS)................................... 10
Air Cleaner.................................... 149
Air Conditioning............................. 68
Maintenance.............................. 157
Usage............................................ 68
Air Outlets (Vents)......................... 68
Air Pressure, Tires...................... 159
Alcohol and Drugs.......................... 24
Alcohol in Gasoline........................ 98
Antifreeze...................................... 139
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)

Description................................ 208
Indicator Light................... 34, 119
Operation................................... 118

Anti-theft Steering Column

Lock.............................................. 48
Appearance Care.......................... 175
Ashtray............................................ 64
Audio System.................................. 75
Automatic Speed Control............. 44
Automatic Transmission............ 113
Capacity, Fluid......................... 206
Checking Fluid Level.............. 144
Shifting....................................... 113
Shift Lever Positions............... 113
Shift Lock Release................... 116

Battery

Charging System Light............. 33
Jump Starting............................ 191
Maintenance.............................. 152
Specifications............................ 207
Before Driving................................ 97
Belts, Seat.......................................... 5
Body Repair................................... 181
Brakes

Anti-lock System (ABS).......... 118
Break-in, New Linings.............. 98
Fluid............................................ 146
Light, Burned-out.................... 169
Parking......................................... 61
System Light............................... 33
Wear Indicators........................ 117

Brakes, ABS

Description................................ 208
Operation................................... 118
System Indicator................ 34, 119
Braking System ............................ 117
Break-in, New Car......................... 98

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Accessories

ACCESSORY

Adding

Installation................................. 105

(Ignition Key Position).............. 48

Automatic Transmission

Fluid........................................ 144
Brake Fluid............................... 146
Clutch Fluid.............................. 148
Engine Coolant......................... 139
Engine Oil.................................. 135
Manual Transmission Fluid... 145
Power Steering Fluid.............. 148
Windshield Washer Fluid....... 143
Additional Safety Information.... 16
Door Locks.................................. 16
Driving with Pets....................... 17
Seat-back Position..................... 16
Storing Cargo Safely................. 17
Additives, Engine Oil................... 137
Adjustments

Mirrors......................................... 59
Seats.............................................. 51
Steering Wheel........................... 43

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Brightness Control,

Instruments................................. 41
Brights, Headlights........................ 40
Bulb Replacement

Back-up Lights......................... 169
Brake Lights............................. 169
Front Parking Lights.............. 165
Front Side Marker Lights...... 166
Headlights................................. 164
High-mount Brake Light........ 168
License Plate Lights................ 171
Rear Side Marker Lights........ 170
Specifications............................ 207
Turn Signal Lights.................. 167
Bulbs, Halogen.............................. 164

Cables, Jump Starting With........ 191
Capacities Chart........................... 206
Carbon Monoxide Hazard ............ 25
Cargo, Loading............................. 106
Cassette Player

Care............................................... 94
Operation............................. 81, 91
CAUTION, Explanation of............ ii

Certification Label....................... 204
Chains............................................. 163
Change Oil

How to........................................ 137
When to...................................... 129
Changing a Flat Tire................... 185
Changing Engine Coolant........... 140
Charging System Light......... 33, 196
Check Engine Light.............. 34, 197
Checking

Automatic Transmission

Fluid........................................ 144
Battery Condition..................... 152
Brake Fluid............................... 146
Clutch Fluid.............................. 148
Engine Belts.............................. 158
Engine Coolant......................... 139
Engine Oil.................................. 135
Fuses........................................... 199
Manual Transmission Fluid... 145
Power Steering Fluid.............. 148
Checklist, Before Driving........... 108
Child Safety..................................... 18
Cigarette Lighter........................... 63
Cleaner, Air................................... 149

Cleaning

Exterior...................................... 176
Interior....................................... 179
Seat Belts................................... 179
Vinyl........................................... 179
CLEAN Light................................. 94
Clock, Setting the........................... 62
Clutch Fluid.................................. 148
CO in the Exhaust........................ 211
Cold Weather, Starting in........... 110
Compact Spare.............................. 184
Consumer Information................ 217
Controls, Instruments and............ 29
Coolant

Adding........................................ 140
Checking.................................... 139
Proper Solution......................... 139
Temperature Gauge.................. 38
Corrosion Protection................... 180
Crankcase Emission Control

System........................................ 211
Cruise Control Operation .............. 44
Customer Relations Office......... 217

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DANGER, Explanation of.............. ii Dashboard........................................ 30
Daytime Running Lights.............. 40
Dead Battery, What to Do........... 191
Defects, Reporting Safety............ 26
Defogger, Rear Window............... 56
Defrosting the Windows............... 74
DEXRON® II Automatic

Transmission Fluid.................. 145
Dimensions.................................... 206
Dimming the Headlights .............. 40
Dipstick

Automatic Transmission........ 144
Engine Oil.................................. 135
Directional Signals......................... 41
Disabled, Towing Your Car If... 202
Disc Brake Wear Indicators....... 117
Disposal of Used Oil..................... 139
Doors

Locking and Unlocking ............ 49
Power Door Locks..................... 49
DOT Tire Quality Grading......... 161
Downshifting, 5-speed Manual

Transmission............................. 111

Driving........................................... 107
Economy.................................... 104
In Bad Weather......................... 120
In Foreign Countries................. 99

Economy, Fuel.............................. 104
Emergencies on the Road........... 183
Battery, Jump Starting............ 191
Changing a Flat Tire............... 185
Charging System Light........... 196
Check Engine Light................. 197
Checking the Fuses................. 200
Low Oil Pressure Light........... 195
Malfunction Indicator

Lamp....................................... 197
Manually Closing Sunroof...... 198
Overheated Engine.................. 193
Emergency Brake.......................... 61
Emergency Flashers...................... 56
Emission Controls......................... 211
Engine

Belts............................................ 158
Check Light....................... 34, 197
Coolant Temperature Gauge... 38

Malfunction Indicator

Lamp................................ 34, 197
Oil Pressure Light............. 33, 195
Oil, What Kind to Use............. 136
Overheating............................... 193
Specifications............................ 206
Ethanol in Gasoline........................ 99
Evaporative Emission

Controls...................................... 211
Exhaust Fumes............................... 25
Expectant Mothers, Use of

Seat Belts by.................................. 8
Exterior, Cleaning the................. 176

Fabric, Cleaning........................... 179
Fan, Interior.................................... 68
Fan, Radiator.................................. 27
Features, Comfort

and Convenience........................ 67
Filling the Fuel Tank.................. 100
Filters

Fuel............................................. 150
Oil................................................ 137
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First Gear, Shifting...................... 111
5-speed Manual Transmission,

Checking Fluid Level.............. 145

5-speed Manual Transmission,

Shifting the................................ 111
Flashers, Hazard Warning ........... 56
Flat Tire, Changing a.................. 185
Fluids

Automatic Transmission........ 144
Brake.......................................... 146
Clutch......................................... 148
Manual Transmission.............. 145
Power Steering......................... 148
Windshield Washer.................. 143

FM Stereo Radio

Reception.............................. 75, 84
Folding Rear Seat.......................... 55
Foreign Countries, Driving in...... 99
Four-way Flashers......................... 56
Four Wheel Steering (4WS)

Description................................ 210
Indicator Light........................... 35
Operation.................................... 119

Front End, Towing by Emergency

Wrecker..................................... 202

Fuel................................................... 98
Fill Door and Cap ..................... 100
Filter........................................... 150
Gauge............................................ 38
Octane Requirement................. 98
Oxygenated................................. 98
Tank, Filling the ...................... 100
Fuses, Checking the.................... 200

Gas Mileage, Improving.............. 104
Gasohol.............................................98
Gasoline............................................ 98
Filter........................................... 150
Gauge............................................ 38
Octane Requirement................. 98
Tank, Filling the ...................... 100
Gas Station Procedures............... 100
Gauges

Engine Coolant Temperature.. 38
Fuel............................................... 38

Gearshift Lever Positions

Automatic Transmission........ 113
5-speed Manual

Transmission......................... 111

Glass Cleaning.............................. 180
Glove Box......................................... 62

Halogen Headlight Bulbs............ 164
Hazard Warning Flashers............ 56
Headlights

Daytime Running Lights.......... 40
High Beam Indicator................. 35
High Beams, Turning on.......... 40
Low Beams, Turning on........... 40
Reminder Chime........................ 40
Replacing Halogen Bulbs....... 164
Turning on................................... 40
Heating and Cooling...................... 68
High Altitude, Starting at........... 110
High-Low Beam Switch ............... 40
Hood, Opening the........................ 101
Horn.................................................. 47
Hot Coolant, Warning about...... 140
Hydraulic Clutch.......................... 148
Hydroplaning................................. 121

Main MenustKeys.................................................. 47

Label, Certification...................... 204
Lane Change, Signaling................ 41
Lap/Shoulder Belts.......................... 6
Leaking of Exhaust into Car........ 25
Lighter, Cigarette.......................... 63
Lights

Bulb Replacement.................... 164
Indicator....................................... 31
Parking......................................... 40
Turn Signal.................................. 41
Loading Cargo.............................. 106
LOCK (Ignition Key Position)..... 48
Locks

Anti-theft Steering Column..... 48
Fuel Fill Door............................ 100
Glove Box.................................... 62
Power Door.................................. 49
Trunk........................................... 50
Low Coolant Level....................... 139

Index

Lower Gear, Downshifting to a ...................................111
Low Oil Pressure Light......... 33, 195
Lubricant Specifications

Chart........................................... 206
Luggage......................................... 106

Maintenance.................................. 127
Periodic Items........................... 133
Record.................................131 - 132
Schedule.............................129 - 130
Manual Transmission.................. 111
Manual Transmission Fluid....... 145
Maximum Shift Speeds....... 112, 115
Meters, Gauges............................... 37
Methanol in Gasoline..................... 98
Mirrors, Adjusting......................... 59

Neutral Gear Position.................. 114
New Vehicle Break-in................... 98

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Identification Number,

Vehicle...................................... 204
If Your Car Has to be Towed .... 202
Ignition

Keys.............................................. 47
Switch........................................... 48
Timing Control System........... 212

Indicator Lights, Instrument

Panel............................................. 31
Infant Restraint.............................. 20
Inflation, Proper Tire.................. 158
Inside Mirror................................... 59
Inspection, Tire............................. 159
Instrument Panel............................ 30
Instrument Panel Brightness....... 41
Interior Cleaning.......................... 179
Interior Lights................................ 65
Introduction....................................... i

Jacking up the Car....................... 187
Jack, Tire....................................... 185
Jump Starting................................ 191

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Normal Shift Speeds.................... 111
NOTICE, Explanation of................ ii Numbers, Identification.............. 204

Occupant Protection System......... 4
Octane Requirement, Gasoline.... 98
Odometer......................................... 37
Odometer, Trip............................... 37
Oil

Change, How to........................ 137
Change, When to...................... 129
Checking Engine...................... 135
Pressure Light............................ 33
Selecting Proper Viscosity

Chart....................................... 136
ON (Ignition Key Position)........... 48
Opening the Hood......................... 101
Opening the Trunk........................ 50
Operation in Foreign Countries... 99
Outside Mirrors.............................. 60
Overheating, Engine.................... 193

Panel Brightness Control.............. 41
Park Gear Position....................... 114
Parking Brake................................. 61
Parking Lights................................ 40
Parking Over Things that

Burn............................................ 213
PGM-FI System............................ 212
Polishing and Waxing.................. 177
Power

Door Locks.................................. 49
Mirrors......................................... 60
Steering...................................... 148
Windows....................................... 57
Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts......... . 8
Proper Seat Belt Usage................... 6

Radiator Overheating.................. 193
Radio/Cassette Sound System..... 75
Rear End Towing......................... 202
Rear Lights, Bulb

Replacement.............................. 169
Rear Seat, Folding ......................... 55

Rear View Mirror .......................... 59
Rear Window Defogger ................ 56
Reclining the Seat Backs.............. 52
Recommended Shift Speeds....... 111
Reminder Lights............................. 31
Replacement Information

Air Cleaner................................ 149
Coolant....................................... 141
Engine Oil and Filter............... 137
Fuel Filter.................................. 150
Fuses........................................... 200
Light Bulbs................................ 164
Schedule..................................... 129
Spark Plugs............................... 150
Tires............................................ 161
Wiper Blades............................. 155

Replacing Seat Belts After a

Crash............................................... 9
Reserve Tank, Coolant............... 139
Restraint, Child............................... 18
Reverse Gear Position................. 114
Rotation, Tire................................ 160

Main MenustSafety Belts....................................... 5
Safety Defects, Reporting............ 26
Safety Labels, Location of............ 27
Safety Messages............................... ii Seat Belts........................................... 5
Advice for Pregnant Women..... 8
Child Seat Anchor Plate........... 22
Cleaning..................................... 179
Frayed or Torn............................. 9
Maintenance.................................. 9
Reminder Light and Beeper..... 33
Replacement.................................. 9
System Components.................... 6
Tether Attachment Points....... 22
Use During Pregnancy................ 8
Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt.... 7
Seats, Adjusting the....................... 51
Serial Number............................... 204
Service Intervals.......................... 129
Service Manual............................. 221
Service Station Procedures........ 100
Setting the Clock............................ 62

Shifting

The Automatic

Transmission......................... 113

The 5-speed Manual

Transmission......................... 111

Shift Lever Position

Indicator...............................36, 113

Side Marker Lights, Bulb

Replacement in......................... 166
Signaling Turns.............................. 41
Snow Tires..................................... 163
Solvent-type Cleaners................. 176
Sound System................................. 75
Spare Tire

Inflating..................................... 184