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Main MenuTable of Contentsst Seat Belt Reminder Light


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


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


Charging System Indicator


If this light comes on when the engine is running, the battery is not being charged. For complete information, see page 196.


Low Oil Pressure Indicator


The engine can be severely damaged if this light flashes or stays on when the engine is running. For complete information, see page 195.


Indicator Lights


Canada


U.S. BRAKE


Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator This light has two functions:


1. It lights as a reminder that you


have set the parking brake. Driving with the parking brake set can damage the brakes and tires, and cause the Anti-lock brake system to turn off (see page 113).


2. It can indicate the brake fluid level


is low if it remains lit after you release the parking brake or comes on while driving. This is normally due to worn brake pads. Have your dealer check the braking system for worn pads or fluid leaks.


Instruments and Controls


Main MenuTable of Contentsst Indicator Lights


SRS See page 14.


Supplemental Restraint System Indicator


Canada


U.S. ABS


Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator


Malfunction Indicator Lamp See page 197.


Only on cars equipped with ABS (see page 113) This light normally comes on when you turn the ignition ON (II) and goes off after the engine starts. If it comes on at any other time, there is a problem in the ABS. If this happens, stop the car in a safe place and turn off the engine. Reset the system by restarting the engine. Watch the ABS light. If it does not go off, or comes back on again while driving, take the car to your dealer to have it checked. With the light on, your car still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock.


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Main MenuTable of Contentsst Indicator Lights


High Beam Indicator


This light comes on with the high beam headlights. See page 40 for information on the headlight controls.


Brake Lamp Indicator


BRAKE LAMP This light normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). If this light comes on at any other time, it indicates a brake light does not work.


A burned out brake light is a hazard when drivers behind you cannot tell you are braking. Have your brake lights repaired right away.


Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators


The left or right turn signal light blinks when you signal a lane change or turn. If the light does not blink or blinks rapidly, it usually means one of the turn signal bulbs is burned out (see page 166). Replace the bulb as soon as possible, since other drivers cannot see that you are signalling.


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


Instruments and Controls


Main MenuTable of Contentsst "Daytime Running Lights" Indicator


Canadian models only This indicator lights when you turn the ignition to ON (II) with the headlight switch off and the parking brake set. It should go off if you turn on the headlights or release the parking brake. If it comes on at any other time, it means there is a problem with the DRL. There may also be a problem with the high beam headlights.


Indicator Lights


Low Fuel Indicator


Trunk-open Indicator


D R L


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


This light comes on if the trunk lid is not closed tightly.


Cruise Control Indicator


CRUISE CONTROL This lights when you set the cruise control. See page 44 for information on operating the cruise control.


Door-open Indicator


This light comes on if either door is not closed tightly.


Instruments and Controls


Main MenuTable of Contentsst (S)


ODOMETER


TRIP METER


TRIP METER RESET BUTTON


Gauges


TACHOMETER


SPEEDOMETER


(Except S)


RESET/CHANGE KNOB


TACHOMETER


SPEEDOMETER


ODOMETER/TRIP METER


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Main MenuTable of Contentsst Gauges


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


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


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


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


(Except S model) The odometer and the trip meter use the same display. To change the display from the odometer to the trip meter or vice versa, turn the Change/Reset knob as explained in the next column.


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Main MenuTable of Contentsst Trip Meter This meter shows the number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) driven since you last reset it.


(S model) To reset it, push the trip meter reset button.


(Except S model) Your meter can show traveling distances of two separate trips. Each time you turn the Change/Reset knob counterclockwise, the display changes from the odometer to TRIP 1, TRIP 2 then back to the odometer. Turning the knob clockwise changes the display in the reverse order.


Gauges


CHANGE/RESET KNOB


TRIP METER DISPLAY


To reset the trip meter, select the reading you want to reset, TRIP 1 or TRIP 2 by turning the Change/Reset knob. Then push the knob until the number resets to 0.0.


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Main MenuTable of Contentsst Gauges


FUEL GAUGE


TEMPERATURE GAUGE


As a test, all the indicator bars in the fuel gauge light for several seconds when you turn the ignition to ON (II).


Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you have. The fuel gauge is fully electronic, lighting the indicator bars to show the current fuel level. It is most accurate when you are driving or parked on level ground. The indicated fuel level may vary when you are driving on curved or hilly roads.


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Temperature Gauge The temperature gauge is fully electronic. It uses a series of illuminated indicator bars to show the engine coolant's temperature range. Under normal driving conditions, you will see the bars illuminate to the display's midpoint. In more severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or climbing a long hill, the engine may get hot enough to illuminate the white indicators on the right side of the gauge. If the red indicator above the H comes on, pull safely to the side of the road. Turn to page 199 for instructions and precautions on checking the engine's cooling system.


As a test, all the indicator bars in the temperature gauge illuminate when you turn the ignition ON (II).


Main MenuTable of Contentsst Controls Near the Steering Wheel


SUNROOF


INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS


WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS


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


The controls on the dashboard to the left of the steering column are for the sunroof, cruise control and instrument panel brightness.


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


CRUISE CONTROL


HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS


TILT ADJUSTMENT


HORN


HAZARD WARNING


Instruments and Controls


Main MenuTable of Contentsst Controls Near the Steering Wheel


Headlights


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


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


turns on the


To change between low beams and high beams, pull back on the turn signal lever until you hear a click, then let go. The blue high beam indicator will light (see page 33).


Instruments and Controls


To flash the high beams, pull back and hold the turn signal lever. Release the lever and the high beams will go off.


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


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


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


Main MenuTable of Contentsst Controls Near the Steering Wheel


Instrument Panel Brightness


the dial up as far as it will go to return the fuel and temperature gauges to their daytime brightness.


Turn Signals


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


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


To reduce glare at night, the fuel and temperature gauges dim when you turn on the parking lights or headlights. You then adjust their brightness when you adjust the instrument panel brightness. Turn


TURN SIGNAL LEVER


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


Instruments and Controls


Main MenuTable of Contentsst Controls Near the Steering Wheel


Windshield Wipers


Windshield Washers


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


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


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


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


: low speed : high speed


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


Instruments and Controls


Main MenuTable of Contentsst Steering Wheel Adjustment You can adjust the steering wheel height to suit your preference. Do this before you begin driving.


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


Adjust the steering wheel only when the car is stopped.


Controls Near the Steering Wheel


3. Move the steering wheel up or down to the desired position. Position the wheel so you can see all the instrument panel gauges and warning lights. Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in that position.


4. Make sure you have securely


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


1. Adjust the seat so you are a


comfortable distance from the pedals.


2. The lever to tilt the steering wheel


is under the steering column to the left. Push this lever all the way down.


Instruments and Controls


Main MenuTable of Contentsst Steering Wheel Controls


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


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


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


Instruments and Controls


NOTICE


Using the Cruise Control


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


1. Push in the Cruise Control Master


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


2. Accelerate to the desired cruising speed above 25 mph (40 km/h).


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


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


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


Steering Wheel Controls


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


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


Tap the brake or clutch pedal lightly with your foot. The CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel will go out. When the car slows to the desired speed, press the SET/decel button. The car will then maintain the desired speed.


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accel/ RESUME


SET/decel


3. Press and hold the SET/decel


button on the steering wheel until the CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel comes on. This shows the system is now activated.


The set speed may vary slightly, particularly on hills.


Main MenuTable of Contentsst button.


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


Steering Wheel Controls


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


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


Cancelling the Cruise Control Any of these actions cause the cruise control to cancel.


Tap the brake or clutch pedal.


Press the SET/decel and accel/ RESUME buttons at the same time.


Press the Cruise Control Master Switch.


Instruments and Controls


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


If you use the brake or clutch pedal to cancel cruise control, the system retains the previously-set cruising speed. To return to that speed, ac- celerate to above 25 mph (40 km/h) and press the accel/RESUME button until the CRUISE CONTROL light comes on. The car will accelerate to the same cruising speed as before.


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


Main MenuTable of Contentsst Steering Wheel Controls, Keys and Locks


Keys


VALET KEY


MASTER KEY


The valet key only works the ignition and the door locks. You can keep the trunk, trunk release handle and rear seat trunk access locked when you leave your car and valet key at a parking facility. (See Trunk, page 50.)


You should have received a key number plate with your set of keys. You will need this key number if you ever have to replace a lost key. Store this plate in a safe place. When replacing keys, use only Honda-approved key blanks.


Your car comes with two kinds of keys: a master key and a valet key. The master key fits all the locks on your car: Ignition Doors Trunk Trunk release handle Rear seat trunk access


Instruments and Controls


Main MenuTable of Contentsst Keys and Locks


Ignition Switch


The ignition switch is on the right side of the steering column. It has four positions: LOCK (0), ACCES- SORY (I), ON (II), and START (III).


Instruments and Controls


LOCK (0) — You can insert or remove the key only in this position. When you turn the key from LOCK to ACCESSORY, you may have to turn the steering wheel to release the anti-theft lock. To switch from ACCESSORY to LOCK, you must push the key in slightly as you turn it. If your car has an automatic trans- mission, it must also be in Park. The anti-theft lock will lock the steering column when you remove the key.


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


Remove the key from the ignition switch only when parked.


ACCESSORY (I) — In this position, you can operate the audio system and cigarette lighter.


ON (II) — This is the normal key position when driving. All features and accessories on the car are usable. Several of the lights on the instru- ment panel come on as a test when you turn the ignition switch from ACCESSORY to ON (see page 29).


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


You will hear a reminder beeper if you open the driver's door with the key in the LOCK or ACCESSORY position. Remove the key to turn it off.


Main MenuTable of Contentsst Door Locks


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


Power Door Locks


Keys and Locks


Each door has a lock tab next to the inside door handle. Push the tab in to lock the door and pull it out to unlock.


To lock the passenger's door when getting out of the car, push the lock tab in and close the door. To lock the driver's door, pull the door handle and push the lock tab in. Release the handle, then close the door.


Available on U.S. Si, and VTEC models, and Canadian SR and SR-V models Each door has a master door lock switch. Either switch locks and unlocks both doors. Push the switch down to lock and up to unlock.


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Instruments and Controls


Main MenuTable of Contentsst Keys and Locks


Both doors lock when you push in the lock tab on the driver's door, or lock the driver's door from the outside with the key. Only the driver's door unlocks when you use the key or lock tab. To unlock the passenger's door, use the master door lock switch or pull out the lock tab on passenger's door.


Lockout Prevention If you forget and leave the key in the ignition switch, Lockout Prevention will not allow you to lock the driver's door. With either door open and the key in the ignition, the master door lock switches are disabled. If you try to lock the driver's door by pushing in the lock tab, the tabs on both doors immediately pop out.


Instruments and Controls


Trunk


MASTER KEY


TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE


You can open the trunk in two ways:


Pull the trunk release handle to the left of the driver's seat.


Use the master key to open the trunk lock. The valet key does not work in this lock.


To close the trunk, press down on the trunk lid.


See page 102 for cargo loading and weight limit information. Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the lid and getting exhaust gas in the interior. See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page 25.


Main MenuTable of Contentsst Keys and Locks, Seat Adjustments


Seat Adjustments Adjust the seat before you start driving.


MASTER KEY


To protect items in the trunk when you need to give the key to someone else, lock the trunk release handle with the master key and give the other person the valet key.


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


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Main MenuTable of Contentsst Seat Adjustments


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


Instruments and Controls


Rear Seat Access


Reclining the seat-back can decrease the protection you get from your seat belt in a crash.


You can slide under the seat belt and be seriously injured.


Adjust the seat-back to an upright position and sit well back in the seat.


To tilt the front seat-back forward, pull up on the release lever. This lever is on the side of each seat-back. You can also tilt the seat-back forward by pulling up the seat-back angle adjustment lever.


Main MenuTable of Contentsst Seat Adjustments


Lumbar Support


Fine Adjustment of Seat-back Angle


Additional Driver's Seat Adjustments The driver's seat in the Si and VTEC models in the U.S., and the SR and SR-V models in Canada has additional features. They are: lumbar support adjustment, fine adjustment of seat-back angle, and seat-back angle memory.


Vary the lumbar support by moving the lever on the right side of the seat-back.


Adjust the seat-back angle to the desired position with the adjustment lever on the outside of the seat bottom. Then use the fine adjustment lever at the base of the seat-back to change the angle a small amount to suit your preference. Move the lever forward and backward.


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Main MenuTable of Contentsst Seat Adjustments, Seat Heaters


Seat-back Angle Memory


Seat Heaters


INDICATORS


Do not use the seat heaters when the engine is off or when idling for a long period of time. They can drain the battery, making your car hard to start.


Available only on SR-V models in Canada Both front seats are equipped with seat heaters. The ignition must be ON (II) to use them. Push the heater switch to turn the power on or off. The pilot lamp lights and remains on while the heaters are on.


After you have adjusted the seat- back angle, press the MEMORY button. This retains the setting so the seat-back will return to that position after you tilt it forward for rear seat access. If you do not press the MEMORY button, the seat-back will return to about the midpoint of its adjustment range. You will then have to readjust the angle to your preference.


Instruments and Controls


Main MenuTable of Contentsst MASTER KEY


RELEASE LOOP


Folding Rear Seat


Make sure all items in the trunk, or items extending through the opening into the back seat, are tied down. Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you have to brake hard. See Loading Cargo on page 102.


Never drive with the seat-back folded down and the trunk lid open. See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page 25.


Pull


The back of the right rear seat folds down, giving you direct access to the trunk. The seat-back can be released from inside the car or inside the trunk.


To fold down the seat-back from inside the car, insert the master key in the lock on the rear shelf. Turn the key clockwise, pull down the top of the seat-back, then release the key.


To release the seat-back from inside the trunk, pull the release loop under the rear shelf.


To lock the seat-back upright, push it firmly against the rear shelf. Make sure it is latched in place by pulling on the top of the seat.


Instruments and Controls


Main MenuTable of Contentsst Hazard Warning, Rear Window Defogger


Hazard Warning


Rear Window Defogger


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


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


Push the red button on the center console to turn on the hazard warn- ing lights (four-way flashers). This causes all four outside turn signals and both indicators in the instrument panel to flash. Use the lights to give a warning to other road users that your vehicle is causing a hazard.


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


Instruments and Controls


Main MenuTable of Contentsst Your car's windows are electrically- powered. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) to raise or lower any window.


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


MAIN SWITCH


DRIVER'S WINDOW SWITCH


The driver's door has a master power window control panel. To open the passenger's window, push down on the switch and hold it down until the window reaches the desired position. To close the window, push up on the window switch. Release the switch when the window gets to the position you want.


Power Windows


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


AUTO — To open the driver's window fully, push the window switch firmly down and release it. The window automatically goes all the way down. To stop the window from going all the way down, push the window switch up briefly.


To open the driver's window only partially, push the window switch down lightly and hold it. The window will stop as soon as you release the switch.


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


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Main MenuTable of Contentsst Power Windows, Sunroof


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


Sunroof


The power window system has a key- off delay function. The windows will still operate for up to ten minutes after you turn off the ignition. Opening either front door cancels the delay function. You must turn the ignition ON (II) again before you can raise or lower the windows.


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


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


Use the switch on the dashboard to open and close the sunroof. The ignition must be ON (II). Push and hold the switch to open the sunroof. Release the switch when the sunroof reaches the desired position. To close the sunroof, press and hold the


switch.


Instruments and Controls


Main MenuTable of Contentsst The sunroof has a key-off delay. You can still open and close the sunroof for up to ten minutes after you turn off the ignition. The key-off delay cancels as soon as you open either front door. You must then turn the ignition ON (II) for the sunroof to operate.


Closing the sunroof on someone's hands or fingers can cause serious injury.


Make sure passengers are clear of the sunroof before closing it.


NOTICE


If you try to open the sunroof in below- freezing temperatures, or when it is covered with snow or ice, you can damage the sunroof panel or motor.


Sunroof, Mirrors


Mirrors


TAB


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


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


Instruments and Controls


Main MenuTable of Contentsst Mirrors


Adjusting the Power Mirrors


SELECTOR SWITCH


4. When you finish, move the


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


Adjust the outside mirrors with the adjustment switch on the center console:


3. Push the appropriate edge of the


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


1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).


2. Move the selector switch to L


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


Instruments and Controls


Main MenuTable of Contentsst Parking Brake


PARKING BRAKE LEVER


Mirrors, Parking Brake


NOTICE


Driving the car with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles.


Available on all Canadian models The outside mirrors are heated to remove fog and frost. Press the mirror defroster button to turn on the heaters when the ignition is ON (II). The light in the button comes on as a reminder. Press the button again to turn the heaters off.


To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up fully. To release it, pull up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever. The parking brake light on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released (see page 31). If you try to drive the car without releasing the parking brake, the ABS cannot work properly.


Instruments and Controls


Main MenuTable of Contentsst Glove Box, Digital Clock


Glove Box


KNOB


Open


GLOVE BOX Open the glove box by turning the knob clockwise. To close, push the lid up and turn the knob counter- clockwise to lock.


Instruments and Controls


Digital Clock


KNOB


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


Always keep the glove box closed while driving.


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


1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II) to


display the time.


2. Turn the knob toward H (counter-


clockwise) and hold it until the hour advances to the desired time.


Main MenuTable of Contentsst Digital Clock, Cigarette Lighter


The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) for the cigarette lighter to work. To heat up the lighter, push it in. It will pop out when it is ready for use. Do not hold the lighter in while it is heating up, you could cause it to overheat.


3. Turn the knob toward M


(clockwise) and hold it until the numbers advance to the desired time.


You can use the same knob to quickly set the time to the nearest hour. If the displayed time is before the half hour, pressing the knob sets the clock back to the previous hour. If the displayed time is after the half hour, pressing the knob sets the clock forward to the beginning of the next hour.


For example:


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


Cigarette Lighter


CIGARETTE LIGHTER


Instruments and Controls


Main MenuTable of Contentsst Ashtrays


ASHTRAY


NOTICE


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


ASHTRAY


Open the front ashtray by swinging the lid down. To remove it for emptying, open the lid then pull the ashtray straight outward.


The rear ashtray is at the rear end of the center console. Open the ashtray by swinging the upper edge of the lid down. To remove the ashtray for emptying, open it then lift up and out.


Instruments and Controls


Main MenuTable of Contentsst LID


Beverage Holder


Be careful when you are using the beverage holder. A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passenger. Spilled liquids can also damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in the interior.


To open the beverage holder, push on the lid.


Use the beverage holder only when the car is parked. If you place cups in the holder while driving, the liquid may spill when you go over bumps or around corners.


Instruments and Controls


Main MenuTable of Contentsst Console Compartment, Interior Lights


Console Compartment


Ceiling Lights


LEVER


DOOR ACTIVATED


DOOR ACTIVATED


OFF


ON


ON


OFF


CONSOLE COMPARTMENT


To open the console compartment, press the lever and lift the lid.


On S and Si models in the U.S., and S and SR models in Canada The ceiling light has a three-position switch. In the OFF position, the light does not come on. In the center position, the ceiling light comes on when you open either door. In the ON position, the ceiling light stays on continuously.


On VTEC model in the U.S., and SR-V models in Canada The ceiling light contains a main light as well as two spotlights.


Instruments and Controls


Main MenuTable of Contentsst The ceiling light has a three-position switch. In the OFF position, the light does not come on. In the center position, the main light comes on when you open either door. In the ON position, the main light stays on continuously.


Interior Lights


Ignition Switch Light


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


Available on Si and VTEC models in the U.S.. and on SR and SR-V models in Canada This light comes on whenever you open the driver's door. This light stays on for a few seconds after you close the door.


Instruments and Controls


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


The audio sound system is very versatile. To get the most from this system, take the time to learn what the controls do.


Some models have an anti-theft audio system that requires a code number to enable it.


* Air conditioning is optional on the Canadian S model.


Heating and Cooling........................ 70
What Each Control Does............ 70
How to Use the System............... 72
To Turn Everything Off ............. 77
Audio System................................... 78


AM/FM/Cassette Stereo


Audio System........................... 78
Operating the Radio.................... 78
Adjusting the Sound.................... 81
Radio Frequencies....................... 82
Radio Reception........................... 82
Operating the Cassette Player... 84
Tape Search Functions............... 84
Caring for the Cassette Player... 86
Operating the Optional CD


Changer.................................... 87
Protecting Compact Discs.......... 89
CD Error Indications................... 90
Theft Protection............................... 91


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


(Canadian S model only) If your vehicle does not have air conditioning, it can be installed at any time. Your dealer will install a Genuine Honda air conditioning system that meets Honda's high quality standards and is designed to exactly fit your vehicle. Please contact your dealer for more information.


What Each Control Does


Fan Control Lever Sliding this lever to the right increases the fan's speed, which increases air flow.


Temperature Control Lever Sliding this lever to the right


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MODE BUTTONS


REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER BUTTON


RECIRCULATION BUTTON


TEMPERATURE CONTROL LEVER


increases the temperature of the air flow.


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


Rear Window Defroster Button This button turns the rear window defroster on and off (see page 56).


AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON


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


Main MenuTable of Contentsst Mode Buttons These buttons let you select which vents the air flows from.


Air flows from the center


and corner vents in the dashboard.


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


Air flows from the floor


vents.


Air flow is divided between


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


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


Heating and Cooling


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Vent Controls


CENTER VENT


SIDE VENT


SIDE DEFROSTER VENT


The direction of air flow from the vents in the center of the dashboard and the corner vents in each door is adjustable. Move the tab in the center of each vent up-and-down and side-to-side.


The center, corner and side defroster vents can be opened and closed with the dials next to them.


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


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


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


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


Heating and Cooling


MODE BUTTONS


RECIRCULATION BUTTON


TEMPERATURE CONTROL LEVER


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


FAN CONTROL LEVER 1. Slide the temperature control lever


AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON


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


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


and Fresh Air mode.


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RECIRCULATION BUTTON


TEMPERATURE CONTROL LEVER


FAN CONTROL LEVER


AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON


Heating and Cooling


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


button. The light in the button should come on.


2. Make sure the temperature


control lever is all the way to the left.


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


and Fresh Air mode.


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


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


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


and Recirculation mode.


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


Air conditioning places an extra load on the engine. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 33) when driving in stop-and-go traffic or climbing a long, steep hill. If it moves near the red zone, turn off the A/C until the gauge reads normally.


To Heat To warm the interior:


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


and Fresh Air mode.


the temperature control lever.


Heating and Cooling


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


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


and Fresh Air mode.


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


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


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


MODE BUTTONS


RECIRCULATION BUTTON


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


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


5. Turn on the rear window defogger


to help clear the rear window.


TEMPERATURE CONTROL LEVER


FAN CONTROL LEVER


AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON


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Main MenuTable of Contentsst To remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield and side windows after the car has been sitting out in cold weather:


1. Start the engine. 2. Select the Fresh Air mode and


3. Switch the fan and temperature


controls to maximum.


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


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


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


Heating and Cooling


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


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


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


The cassette system features Dolby B* noise reduction, automatic sensing of chromium-dioxide (CrO2) tape, and autoreverse for continuous play.


Except S model The Anti-theft feature will disable the system if it is disconnected from the car's battery. To get the system working again, you must enter a code number (see page 91).


* Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpo- ration. "DOLBY" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories


Licensing Corporation.


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Operating the Radio The ignition switch must be in AC- CESSORY (I) or ON (II). Turn the system on and adjust the volume by turning the ON/OFF/VOL knob. The antenna extends automatically. The system turns off and the anten- na retracts when you turn the igni- tion switch to LOCK (0). The band and frequency that the radio was last tuned to is displayed. To change bands, press the AM or FM1/FM2 button. On the FM band, ST will be displayed if the station is broadcasting in stereo. Stereo reproduction on AM is not available.


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


TUNE — Use the TUNE/SEEK switch to tune the radio to a desired frequency. Push the switch up to tune to a higher frequency, and push


the switch down to tune to a lower frequency. The frequency numbers will start to change rapidly. Release the switch when the display reaches the desired frequency. To change the frequency in small increments, push and release the TUNE/SEEK switch quickly.


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


Preset — You can store the fre- quencies of your favorite radio stations in the six preset buttons. Each button will store one frequency on the AM band, and two on the FM band.


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(S)


ON/OFF/VOL KNOB


CASSETTE SLOT


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


2. Use the TUNE or SEEK function


to tune the radio to a desired station.


3. Pick the Preset button you want for that station. Press the button and hold it until you hear a beep.


4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store a total of six stations on AM and twelve on FM.


Once a station's frequency is stored, simply press and release the proper preset button to tune to it.


The preset frequencies will be lost if your vehicle's battery goes dead or is disconnected.


TUNE/SEEK FF/REW/TMS SWITCH


AM/FM BUTTONS


PRESET BUTTONS


(Except S)


ON/OFF/VOL KNOB


CASSETTE SLOT


TUNE/SEEK FF/REW/TMS SWITCH


AM/FM BUTTONS


PRESET BUTTONS


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Except S model AUTO SELECT — If you are traveling far from home and can no longer receive the stations you preset, you can use the Auto Select feature to find stations in the local area.


To activate Auto Select, press the A. SELECT button. A. SELECT will appear in the display, and the system will go into scan mode for several seconds. It automatically scans both bands, looking for stations with strong signals. It stores the frequen- cies of six AM stations and twelve FM stations in the preset buttons. You can then use the preset buttons to select those stations.


If you are in a remote area, Auto Select may not find six strong AM stations or twelve strong FM stations. If this happens, you will see a "0" displayed when you press any preset button that does not have a station


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(Except S)


AUTO SELECT LIGHT


stored.


With Auto Select on, you cannot manually store any frequencies in the preset buttons. If you do not like the stations found by Auto Select, you can use the TUNE and SEEK functions to find other stations.


AUTO SELECT BUTTON


Auto Select does not erase the frequencies that you preset pre- viously. When you return home, turn off Auto Select by pressing the A. SELECT button. The preset buttons will then select the fre- quencies you originally set.


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Adjusting the Sound Balance/Fader — These two controls adjust the strength of the sound coming from each speaker. The Balance control adjusts the side- to-side strength, while the Fader control adjusts the front-to-back strength.


To use these controls, push on the knob to get them to pop out. Adjust the Fader to your liking by turning the outside ring. Adjust the Balance by turning the knob. Push the controls back in when you are done.


Treble/Bass — Use these controls to adjust the tone to your liking. Push on the controls to get them to pop out. Adjust the Bass by turning the outer ring. Adjust the Treble by turning the knob. Push the controls back in when you are finished so you cannot change the settings by accidentally bumping them.


FADER CONTROL


BALANCE CONTROL


BASS CONTROL


TREBLE CONTROL


You can use the Balance control knob to turn off the illumination of the audio system. Push the Balance/ Fader controls so they pop out, then pull the Balance control knob out slightly farther.


Check the Balance control knob if the audio system does not illuminate with the instrument panel lights.


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Radio Frequencies Your Honda's radio can receive the complete AM and FM bands. Those bands cover these frequen- cies:


AM band: 530 to 1,710 kilohertz FM band: 87.7 to 107.9 megahertz


Radio stations on the AM band are assigned frequencies at least ten kilohertz apart (530, 540, 550). Stations on the FM band are assigned frequencies at least 0.2
megahertz apart (87.9, 88.1, 88.3).


Stations must use these exact frequencies. It is fairly common for stations to round-off the frequency in their advertising, so your radio could display a frequency of 100.9 even though the announcer may identify the station as "FM101."


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Radio Reception How well your Honda's radio receives stations is dependent on many factors, such as the distance from the station's transmitter, nearby large objects, and atmos- pheric conditions.


A radio station's signal gets weaker as you get farther away from its transmitter. If you are listening to an AM station, you will notice the sound volume becoming weaker, and the station drifting in and out. If you are listening to an FM station, you will see the stereo indicator flickering off and on as the signal weakens. Eventually, the stereo indicator will go off and the sound will fade completely as you get out of range of the station's signal.


Driving very near the transmitter of a station that is broadcasting on a frequency close to the frequency of the station you are listening to can also affect your radio's reception. You may temporarily hear both stations, or hear only the station you are close to.


Main MenuTable of Contentsst Radio signals, especially on the FM band, are deflected by large objects such as buildings and hills. Your radio then receives both the direct signal from the station's transmitter, and the deflected signal. This causes the sound to distort or flutter. This is a main cause of poor radio reception in city driving.


Radio reception can be affected by atmospheric conditions such as thunderstorms, high humidity, and even sunspots. You may be able to receive a distant radio station one day and not receive it the next day because of a change in conditions.


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Electrical interference from passing vehicles and stationary sources can cause temporary reception problems.


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Operating the Cassette Player Turn the audio system ON. Make sure the tape opening on the cassette is facing to the right, then insert the cassette most of the way into the slot. The system will pull it in the rest of the way, and begin to play.


The tape direction indicator will light to show you which side of the cassette is playing. The indicates the side you inserted facing upward is now playing. If you want to play the other side, press the PROG button.


Dolby B noise reduction turns on when you insert a cassette. If the tape was not recorded with Dolby B noise reduction, turn it off by pressing the


button.


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When the system reaches the end of the tape, it will automatically reverse direction and play the other side. If you want to remove the cassette from the drive, press the EJECT buttons.


The system will automatically eject the cassette whenever you turn off the system or the ignition switch.


Tape Search Functions With a cassette playing, you can use the FF, REW, TMS, or REPEAT function to find a desired program.


FF/REW — Fast Forward and Rewind move the tape rapidly. To rewind the tape, push the FF/REW/ TMS switch down, then release it. You will see REW in the display. To fast forward the tape, push the switch up, then release it. You will see FF displayed. Press the PLAY button to take the system out of rewind or fast forward. If the system


reaches the end of the tape while in fast forward or rewind, it auto- matically stops that function, reverses direction, and begins to play.


TMS — The Tape Music Search Function allows you to find the beginning of a song or passage. You activate TMS with the FF/REW/ TMS switch. To find the beginning of the song or passage currently playing, push the switch down and hold it until you hear a beep. You will see REW flashing in the display as the tape rewinds. To find the beginning of the next song, push the switch up and hold it until you hear a beep. You will see FF flashing in the display as the tape fast forwards. When the system finds the begin- ning of a song or passage, it goes back to PLAY mode.


Main MenuTable of Contentsst REPEAT — The Repeat function continuously replays the current song or passage. Press the REPEAT button to activate it; you will see RPT displayed as a reminder. When the system reaches the end of the song or passage currently playing, it will automatically go into rewind. When it senses the beginning of the same song or passage, the system returns to PLAY mode. It will continue to repeat this same program until you deactivate REPEAT by pressing the button again.


The TMS and REPEAT functions use silent periods on the tape to find the end of a song or passage. These features may not work to your satisfaction if there is almost no gap between selections, a high noise level between selections, or a silent period in the middle of a selection.


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(S)


ON/OFF/VOL KNOB


CASSETTE SLOT


TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR


FF/REW/TMS SWITCH


EJECT BUTTONS


PROG BUTTON


PLAY BUTTON


DOLBY BUTTON


REPEAT BUTTON


(Except S)


ON/OFF/VOL KNOB


CASSETTE SLOT


TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR


FF/REW/TMS SWITCH


EJECT BUTTONS


PROG BUTTON


PLAY BUTTON


DOLBY BUTTON


REPEAT BUTTON


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Caring for the Cassette Player The cassette player picks up dirt and oxides from the tape. This contami- nation builds up over time and causes the sound quality to degrade. To prevent this, you should clean the player after every 30 hours of use. Your dealer has a cleaning kit available.


As a reminder, after every 30 hours of use, the system will flash CLEAN in the display for 5 seconds every time you insert a cassette in the player. After you clean the player, reset the CLEAN indicator by pressing the Preset 6 button while playing a tape. Hold the button until you hear a beep and the indicator goes out.


If you do not clean the cassette player regularly, it may eventually become impossible to remove the contamination with a normal cleaning kit.


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CLEAN INDICATOR

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