1998 Honda Prelude Owners Manual

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to 5 percent methanol by volume as long as it also contains cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors to protect the fuel system. Gasoline containing more than 5 percent methanol by volume may cause starting and/or performance problems. It may also damage metal, rubber and plastic parts of your fuel system. Oxygenated Fuels If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try another service station or switch to another brand of gasoline. Fuel system damage or performance problems resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more than the percentages of oxygenates given above are not covered under warranty. Technical Information Main MenuTable of ContentsstDriving in Foreign Countries If you are planning to take your Honda outside the U.S. or Canada, contact the tourist bureaus in the areas you will be traveling in to find out about the availability of unleaded gasoline with the proper octane rating. If unleaded gasoline is not available, be aware that using leaded gasoline in your Honda will affect perfor- mance and fuel mileage, and damage its emissions controls. It will no longer comply with U.S. and Canadian emissions regulations, and will be illegal to operate in North America. To bring your vehicle back into compliance will require the re- placement of several components, such as the oxygen sensors and the three way catalytic converter. These replacements are not covered under warranty. Technical Information Main MenuTable of ContentsstThe burning of gasoline in your vehicle's engine produces several by- products. Some of these are carbon monoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen (NOx) and hydrocarbons (HC). Gasoline evaporating from the tank also produces hydrocarbons. Con- trolling the production of NOx, CO, and HC is important to the environ- ment. Under certain conditions of sunlight and climate, NOx and HC react to form photochemical "smog." Carbon monoxide does not contri- bute to smog creation, but it is a poisonous gas. The Clean Air Act The United States Clean Air Act* sets standards for automobile emissions. It also requires that automobile manufacturers explain to owners how their emissions controls work and what to do to maintain them. This section summarizes how the emissions controls work. Scheduled maintenance is on page 164. * In Canada, Honda vehicles comply with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) for Emissions valid at the time they are manufactured. Emissions Controls Crankcase Emissions Control System Your vehicle has a Positive Crankcase Ventilation System. This keeps gasses that build up in the engine's crankcase from going into the atmosphere. The Positive Crank- case Ventilation valve routes them from the crankcase back to the intake manifold. They are then drawn into the engine and burned. Evaporative Emissions Control System As gasoline evaporates in the fuel tank, an evaporative emissions control canister filled with charcoal adsorbs the vapor. It is stored in this canister while the engine is off. After the engine is started and warmed up, the vapor is drawn into the engine and burned during driving. Technical Information Main MenuTable of ContentsstEmissions Controls Exhaust Emissions Controls The exhaust emissions 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 emissions control systems are separate from the crankcase and evaporative emissions control systems. PGM-FI System The PGM-FI System uses sequential multiport fuel injection. It has three subsystems: Air Intake, Engine Control, and Fuel Control. The Engine Control Module (ECM) uses various sensors to determine how much air is going into the engine. It then controls how much fuel to inject under all operating conditions. Technical Information Ignition Timing Control System This system constantly adjusts the ignition timing, reducing the amount of HC, CO and NOx produced. Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system takes some of the exhaust gas and routes it back into the intake manifold. Adding exhaust gas to the air/fuel mixture reduces 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 (C02), dinitrogen (N2), and water vapor. Replacement Parts The emissions control systems are designed and certified to work to- gether in reducing emissions to levels that comply with the Clean Air Act. To make sure the emissions remain low, you should use only new Genuine Honda replacement parts or their equivalent for repairs. Using lower quality parts may increase the emissions from your vehicle. The emissions control systems are covered by warranties separate from the rest of your vehicle. Read your warranty manual for more informa- tion. Main MenuTable of ContentsstThe three way catalytic converter contains precious metals that serve as catalysts, promoting chemical reactions to convert the exhaust gasses without affecting the metals. The catalytic converter is referred to as a three-way catalyst, since it acts on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement unit must be an original Honda part or its equivalent. The three way catalytic converter must operate at a high temperature for the chemical reactions to take place. It can set on fire any com- bustible materials that come near it. Park your vehicle away from high grass, dry leaves, or other flamma- bles. Three Way Catalytic Converter Keep the engine tuned-up. Have your vehicle diagnosed and repaired if it is misfiring, back- firing, stalling, or otherwise not running properly. THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air pollution, and can impair your engine's per- formance. Follow these guidelines to protect your vehicle's three way catalytic converter. Always use unleaded gasoline. Even a small amount of leaded gasoline can contaminate the catalyst metals, making the three way catalytic converter ineffective. Technical Information Main MenuTable of ContentsstWarranty and Customer Relations Customer Relations Information................................. 266 U.S. Zone Office Map.................... 267 Canada Zone Office Map.............. 268 Warranty Coverages..................... 269 Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Cars).................................. 270 Authorized Manuals...................... 271 Warranty and Customer Relations Main MenustCustomer 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 252) Name and address of the dealer who services your vehicle Date of purchase Mileage on your vehicle Your name, address, and tele- phone number A detailed description of the problem Name of the dealer who sold the vehicle to you Warranty and Customer Relations Main MenuTable of ContentsstU.S. Zone Office Map Western Zone P.O. Box 2260 700 Van Ness Avenue Torrance, California 90509-2260 (310)781-4565 Northwestern Zone P.O. Box 20186 12439 N.E. Airport Way Portland, Oregon 97230 (503) 256-0943 (also includes Alaska and Hawaii) South Central Zone 4529 Royal Lane Irving, Texas 75063 (972) 929-5481 Central Zone 101 South Stanfield Road Troy, Ohio 45373 (937) 332-6250 Mid-Atlantic Zone 902 Wind River Ln., Suite 200 Gaithersburg, Maryland 20878 (301)990-2020 Southeastern Zone 1500 Morrison Parkway Alpharetta, Georgia 30201 (770) 442-2045 North Central Zone 601 Campus Drive, Suite A-9 Arlington Heights, Illinois 60004 (847) 870-5600 New England Zone 555 Old County Road Windsor Locks, Connecticut 06096 (860)623-3310 See Zone 5 for: NYC Metro area and Fairfield County, CT area West Central Zone 1600 South Abilene Street, Suite D Northeastern Zone P.O. Box 337 Aurora, Colorado 80012 (303) 696-3935 Eastgate Industrial Park 115 Gaither Drive Moorestown, New Jersey 08057 (609) 235-5533 Includes: NYC Metro area and Fairfield County, CT area Puerto Rico and U.S. V.I. Bella International P.O. Box 190816 San Juan, PR 00919-0816 (787)250-4318 Warranty and Customer Relations The addresses and telephone numbers are subject to change. If you cannot reach your Zone office, ask your Honda dealer for the current information. Main MenuTable of ContentsstCanada Zone Office Map Western Zone Honda Canada Inc. 13240 Worster Court Richmond, B.C. V6V 2B8 (604) 278-7121 Central Zone Honda Canada Inc. 715 Milner Avenue Scarborough, Ontario M1B2K8 (416)299-3400 Quebec Zone Honda Canada Inc. 1750 rue Eiffel Boucherville, Quebec J4B 7W1 (514) 655-6161 Atlantic Zone Honda Canada Inc. 51 Raddal Avenue Suite 1 Dartmouth, NS B3B 1L4 (902)468-4416 ATLANTIC ZONE Warranty and Customer Relations Main MenuTable of ContentsstWarranty Coverages U.S. Owners Your new Honda is covered by these warranties: New Vehicle Limited Warranty — covers your new vehicle, except for the battery, emissions control systems and accessories, against defects in materials and workmanship. Emissions Control Systems Defects Warranty and Emissions Performance Warranty — these two warranties cover your vehicle's emis- sions control systems. Time, mileage, and coverage are conditional. Please read the warranty manual for exact information. Original Equipment Battery Limited Warranty — this warranty gives up to 100 percent credit toward a replacement battery. Seat Belt Limited Warranty — a seat belt that fails to function properly is covered for the useful life of the vehicle. Replacement Battery Limited Warranty — provides prorated coverage for a replacement battery purchased from a Honda dealer. Rust Perforation Limited Warranty — all exterior body panels are covered for rust-through from the inside for the specified time period with no mileage limit. Accessory Limited Warranty — Genuine Honda Accessories are covered under this warranty. Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors. Please read your warranty manual for details. Replacement Parts Limited Warranty — covers all Genuine Honda replacement parts against defects in materials and workman- ship. Replacement Muffler Lifetime Limited Warranty — provides coverage for as long as the pur- chaser of the muffler owns the vehicle. Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties. Please read the 1998 Honda Warranty Information booklet that came with your vehicle for precise information on warranty coverages. Your Honda's original tires are covered by their manufacturer. Tire warranty infor- mation is in a separate booklet. Canadian Owners Please refer to the 1998 Warranty Manual that came with your vehicle. Warranty and Customer Relations Main MenuTable of ContentsstReporting Safety Defects (U.S. Cars) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying American Honda Motor Co., Inc. If NHTSA receives similar com- plaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or American Honda Motor Co., Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in Washington B.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. Warranty and Customer Relations Main MenuTable of ContentsstPurchasing 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 the toll-free phone number on the form. For manuals prior to the year shown below, contact Helm Incorporated, P.O. Box 07280, Detroit, Michigan 48207, or call 1-800-782-4356. Authorized Manuals Valid only for sales within the U.S. Canadian owners should contact their authorized Honda dealer. By completing this form you can order the materials desired. You can pay by check or money order, or charge to your credit card. Mail to Helm Incorporated at the address shown on the back of the order form. 61S3001 61S3001EL 61S3030 31S30610 Main MenuTable of ContentsstAuthorized Manuals NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be sent. For purchases outside U.S.A. please write to the address shown below for a quotation. 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 under- stand. Electrical Troubleshooting Manual: This manual complements the Service Manual by providing in-depth troubleshooting information for each electrical circuit in your vehicle. Body Repair Manual: This manual describes the procedures involved in the replacement of damaged body parts. These Publications cannot be returned for credit without receiving advance authorization within 14 days of delivery. On returns, a restocking fee may be applied against the original order. P.O. BOX 07280 DETROIT, MICHIGAN 48207 1-800-782-4356 Main MenuTable of ContentsstSeat Belt Maintenance................ 42 Seat Belt System Components... 40 Additional Information About YourSRS................................... 43 Additional Safety Precautions.... 46 How Your Airbags Work............ 43 How Your SRS Indicator Light Works........................................45 SRS Components......................... 43 Additives, Engine Oil..................... 174 Adjustments Headlights.................................. 205 Head Restraints........................... 77 Mirrors.......................................... 83 Seats.............................................. 75 Steering Wheel............................ 64 Airbag (SRS).................................... 43 Air Cleaner Element...................... 187 Air Conditioning............................... 92 Maintenance............................... 195 Usage.............................................92 Air Outlets (Vents).......................... 94 Air Pressure, Tires........................ 197 High Speed Driving................... 257 Normal Driving.......................... 198 Alcohol in Gasoline........................ 259 Index Antifreeze....................................... 177 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Indicator Eight..................... 54, 148 Operation.................................... 146 Anti-theft Steering Column Lock............................................... 71 Appearance Care........................... 219 Ashtrays (Optional)......................... 89 Audio System................................. 100 Automatic Speed Control................ 65 Automatic Transmission............... 136 Capacity, Fluid........................... 254 Checking Fluid Level................ 183 Sequential SportShift Mode..... 139 Shifting........................................ 137 Shift Lever Position Indicator.. 136 Shift Lever Positions................. 137 Shift Lock Release..................... 143 CONTINUED Accessories and Modifications.... 126 Accessories................................. 126 Additional Safety Precautions.. 127 Modifications............................. 127 ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Position)........................................ 71 Accessory Power Socket................ 88 Active Torque Transfer System (ATTS) Indicator................................ 54, 149 Operation.................................... 149 Adding Automatic Transmission Fluid........................................ 183 Brake Fluid................................. 185 Clutch Fluid................................ 186 Engine Coolant........................... 177 Engine Oil...................................173 Manual Transmission Fluid ..... 184 Power Steering Fluid................. 186 Windshield Washer Fluid......... 182 Additional Information About Your Seat Belts........................ 40 Lap/Shoulder Belt....................... 40 Main MenustIndex Battery Charging System Indicator............................ 53, 241 Jump Starting............................. 236 Maintenance............................... 190 Specifications............................. 255 Before Driving............................... 119 Belts, Seat........................................... 4 Beverage Holder.............................. 86 Body Repair.................................... 225 Brakes Anti-lock System (ABS)............ 146 Break-in, New Linings .............. 120 Fluid............................................ 185 Light, Burned-out...................... 211 Parking.......................................... 84 System Indicator.......................... 53 Wear Indicators......................... 145 Brakes, ABS Operation.................................... 146 System Indicator................. 54, 148 Braking System.............................. 145 Break-in, New Car......................... 120 Brightness Control, Instruments... 61 Brights, Headlights......................... 60 Bulb Replacement Back-up Lights........................... 211 Brake Lights............................... 211 Ceiling Lights............................. 215 Courtesy Lights......................... 215 Front Parking Lights................. 208 Front Side Marker Lights......... 209 Headlights.................................. 206 High-mount Brake Light.......... 213 License Plate Light.................... 214 Rear Side Marker Lights.......... 211 Specifications............................. 255 Trunk Light................................ 216 Turn Signal Lights..................... 210 Bulbs, Halogen............................... 206 Cables, Jump Starting With.......... 236 Capacities Chart............................. 254 Carbon Monoxide Hazard.............. 47 Cargo, Loading............................... 128 Cassette Player Care.............................................116 Operation.................................... 113 CAUTION, Explanation of............... ii CD Changer.................................... 109 CD Player........................................ 109 Certification Label......................... 252 Chains............................................. 202 Change Oil How to.........................................175 When to....................................... 164 Changing a Flat Tire ..................... 229 Changing Engine Coolant............. 179 Charging System Indicator .... 53, 241 Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid........................................ 183 Battery Condition...................... 190 Brake Fluid................................. 185 Clutch Fluid................................186 Drive Belts.................................. 196 Engine Coolant........................... 124 Engine Oil................................... 123 Fuses........................................... 246 Manual Transmission Fluid ..... 184 Power Steering Fluid................. 186 Checklist, Before Driving............. 132 Child Safety......................................19 Cleaner, Air.................................... 187 Main MenustCleaning Aluminum Wheels..................... 221 Carpeting.................................... 222 Exterior....................................... 220 Fabric.......................................... 222 Interior........................................ 222 Seat Belts....................................223 Vinyl............................................ 222 Windows..................................... 223 Clock, Setting the ............................ 85 Clutch Fluid.................................... 186 Coin Box........................................... 88 CO in the Exhaust......................... 261 Cold Weather, Starting in............. 133 Compact Spare............................... 228 Consumer Information*................ 266 Controls, Instruments and.............. 49 Coolant Adding......................................... 177 Checking..................................... 124 Proper Solution.......................... 177 Replacing.................................... 179 Temperature Gauge.................... 57 Corrosion Protection..................... 224 Courtesy Lights............................... 90 Index Crankcase Emission Control System......................................... 261 Cruise Control Operation............... 65 Customer Relations Office........... 266 DANGER, Explanation of................. ii Dashboard........................................ 50 Daytime Running Lights................. 60 Dead Battery, What to Do............ 236 Defects, Reporting Safety............. 270 Defog and Defrost........................... 98 Defogger, Rear Window................. 63 DEXRON® III Automatic Transmission Fluid.................... 183 Dimensions..................................... 254 Dimming the Headlights ................ 60 Dipstick Automatic Transmission........... 183 Engine Oil................................... 123 Directional Signals........................... 61 Disabled, Towing Your Car If...... 250 Disc Brake Wear Indicators......... 145 Disposal of Used Oil...................... 176 Doors Locking and Unlocking............... 72 Power Door Locks....................... 72 DOT Tire Quality Grading........... 257 Downshifting, 5-speed Manual Transmission.............................. 134 Drive Belts...................................... 190 Driving............................................ 131 Economy..................................... 125 In Bad Weather.......................... 150 In Foreign Countries................. 260 Economy, Fuel............................... 125 Emergencies on the Road............. 227 Battery, Jump Starting.............. 236 Brake System Indicator............ 243 Changing a Flat Tire................. 229 Charging System Indicator ...... 241 Checking the Fuses................... 245 Low Oil Pressure Indicator...... 240 Malfunction Indicator Lamp.... 242 Manually Closing Moonroof.... 243 Overheated Engine................... 238 CONTINUED Main MenustIndex Emergency Brake............................ 84 Emergency Flashers....................... 63 Emission Controls......................... 261 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge ..... 57 Malfunction Indicator Lamp................................. 53, 242 Oil Pressure Indicator......... 53, 240 Oil, What Kind to Use............... 173 Overheating................................ 238 Specifications............................. 254 Ethanol in Gasoline ....................... 259 Evaporative Emission Controls.... 261 Exhaust Fumes................................ 47 Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Belts by.........................................17 Exterior, Cleaning the................... 220 Fabric, Cleaning............................. 222 Fan, Interior...................................... 92 Features, Comfort and Convenience................................. 91 Filling the Fuel Tank..................... 121 Filters Air................................................187 Oil................................................175 First Gear, Shifting........................ 142 5-speed Manual Transmission Checking Fluid Level................ 184 Shifting the................................. 134 Flashers, Hazard Warning.............. 63 Flat Tire, Changing a.................... 229 Fluids Automatic Transmission........... 183 Brake...........................................185 Clutch..........................................186 Manual Transmission............... 184 Power Steering........................... 186 Windshield Washer................... 182 FM Stereo Radio Reception.................................... 105 Folding Rear Seat............................ 79 Foreign Countries, Driving in...... 260 Four-way Flashers........................... 63 Front End, Towing by Emergency Wrecker................. 250 Fuel..................................................120 Fill Door and Cap....................... 121 Gauge............................................ 57 Octane Requirement................. 120 Oxygenated................................ 259 Reserve Indicator......................... 55 Tank, Filling the......................... 121 Fuses, Checking the...................... 245 Gas Mileage, Improving................ 125 Gasohol........................................... 259 Gasoline.......................................... 120 Fuel Reserve Indicator................ 55 Gauge............................................ 57 Octane Requirement................. 120 Tank, Filling the......................... 121 Gas Station Procedures................. 121 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature .... 57 Fuel................................................57 Gearshift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission........... 137 5-speed Manual Transmission.......................... 134 Glass Cleaning............................... 223 Glove Box......................................... 74 Main MenustHalogen Headlight Bulbs.............. 206 Hazard Warning Flashers............... 63 Headlights Aiming......................................... 205 Daytime Running Lights............. 60 High Beam Indicator................... 60 High Beams, Turning on............ 60 Low Beams, Turning on ............. 60 Reminder Chime.......................... 60 Replacing Halogen Bulbs ......... 206 Turning on.................................... 60 Head Restraints............................... 77 Heating and Cooling........................ 92 High Altitude, Starting at.............. 133 High-Low Beam Switch .................. 60 High-mount Brake Light............... 213 Hood, Opening the ........................ 122 Horn................................................... 59 Hot Coolant, Warning About........ 177 Hydraulic Clutch............................ 186 Hydroplaning.................................. 151 Identification Number, Vehicle.... 252 If Your Car Has to be Towed....... 250 Ignition Keys............................................... 68 Switch............................................ 70 Timing Control System............. 262 Immobilizer System......................... 69 Indicator Lights, Instrument Panel.............................................. 51 Infant Restraint................................ 19 Inflation, Proper Tire .................... 197 High Speed Driving................... 257 Normal Driving.......................... 198 Inside Mirror.................................... 83 Inspection, Tire.............................. 198 Instrument Panel............................. 50 Instrument Panel Brightness......... 61 Interior Cleaning............................ 222 Interior Lights.................................. 89 Introduction......................................... i Index Jack, Tire........................................ 230 Jump Starting................................. 236 Keys................................................... 68 Label, Certification........................ 252 Lane Change, Signaling.................. 61 Lap/Shoulder Belts......................... 40 Leaking of Exhaust into Car.......... 47 Learning Key.................................... 69 Lights Bulb Replacement..................... 206 Indicator........................................ 51 Parking.......................................... 60 Turn Signal................................... 61 Loading Cargo................................ 128 LOCK (Ignition Key Position)....... 71 Jacking up the Car......................... 231 CONTINUED Main MenustIndex Locks Anti-theft Steering Column........ 71 Fuel Fill Door............................. 121 Glove Box.....................................74 Power Door.................................. 72 Trunk............................................ 73 Low Coolant Level......................... 124 Lower Gear, Downshifting to a.... 134 Low Fuel Indicator.......................... 55 Low Oil Pressure Indicator.... 53, 240 Lubricant Specifications Chart........................................... 254 Luggage.......................................... 128 Meters, Gauges................................ 56 Methanol in Gasoline.................... 259 Mirrors, Adjusting........................... 83 Moonroof.......................................... 82 Closing Manually....................... 244 Operation...................................... 82 Selecting Proper Viscosity Chart....................................... 174 ON (Ignition Key Position) ............ 71 Opening the Hood ......................... 122 Opening the Trunk.......................... 73 Operation in Foreign Countries... 260 Outside Mirrors............................... 83 Overheating, Engine..................... 238 Neutral Gear Position.................... 139 New Vehicle Break-in ................... 120 Normal Shift Speeds...................... 135 NOTICE, Explanation of.................... i Numbers, Identification................ 252 Panel Brightness Control............... 61 Park Gear Position......................... 138 Parking............................................ 144 Parking Brake.................................. 84 Parking Lights.................................. 60 Parking Over Things that Burn... 144 PGM-FI System.............................. 262 Polishing and Waxing ................... 221 Power Door Locks................................... 72 Mirrors.......................................... 83 Steering.......................................186 Windows....................................... 80 Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts.......... 17 Maintenance................................... 159 Owner Maintenance Checks.... 171 Record................................. 169 - 170 Required Indicator....................... 58 Schedule............................. 162 - 168 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ... 53, 242 Manual Transmission..................... 134 Manual Transmission Fluid .......... 184 Maximum Allowable Shift Speeds................................. 135, 142 Octane Requirement, Gasoline.... 120 Odometer.......................................... 56 Odometer, Trip................................ 56 Oil Change, How to ......................... 175 Change, When to....................... 164 Checking Engine....................... 123 Pressure Indicator............... 53, 240 Main MenustProtecting Adults............................. 10 Additional Safety Precautions.... 17 Advice for Pregnant Women...... 17 Protecting Children......................... 19 Protecting Infants........................ 27 Protecting Larger Children........ 35 Protecting Small Children.......... 31 Using Child Seats with Tethers......................................38 Radiator Overheating.................... 238 Radio/CD Sound System.............. 100 Rear End Towing........................... 250 Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement... 211 Rear Seat Access ............................. 76 Rear Seat, Folding........................... 79 Rear View Mirror............................. 83 Rear Window Defogger.................. 63 Reclining the Seat Backs................ 75 Recommended Shift Speeds ........ 135 Reminder Lights.............................. 51 Replacement Information Air Cleaner Element.................. 187 Coolant........................................ 179 Engine Oil and Filter................. 175 Fuses...........................................245 Light Bulbs................................. 206 Schedule..................................... 164 SparkPlugs................................. 188 Timing Belt................................. 196 Tires............................................ 200 Wiper Blades.............................. 193 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash.............................................42 Reserve Tank, Engine Coolant.... 124 Restraint, Child................................ 19 Reverse Gear Position................... 138 Rotation, Tire................................. 200 Safety Belts......................................... 5 Safety Features.................................. 5 Airbags.......................................... 43 Door Locks..................................... 9 Head Restraints............................. 8 Seat Belts........................................ 6 Seats & Seat-Backs........................ 8 Safety Labels, Location of.............. 48 Safety Messages................................ ii Index Seat Belt, Additional Information.. 40 Lap/Shoulder Belt....................... 40 Seat Belt Maintenance................ 42 Seat Belt System Components... 40 Seat Belts............................................ 6 Cleaning...................................... 223 Maintenance................................. 42 Reminder Light and Beeper....... 52 System Components.................... 40 Tether Attachment Points.......... 38 Use During Pregnancy................ 17 Seat Heaters..................................... 78 Seats, Adjusting the......................... 75 Sequential SportShift Mode......... 139 Serial Number................................ 252 Service Intervals............................ 164 Service Manual* ............................ 271 Service Station Procedures .......... 121 Setting the Clock............................. 85 Shifting The Automatic Transmission .. 137 The 5-speed Manual Transmission.......................... 134 Shift Lever Position Indicator...... 136 CONTINUED Main MenustIndex Shift Lock Release......................... 143 Side Marker Lights, Bulb Replacement in.......................... 209 Signaling Turns................................ 61 Snow Tires...................................... 202 Solvent-type Cleaners.................... 220 Sound System................................. 100 Spare Tire Inflating.......................................228 Specifications............................. 255 Spark Plugs, Replacing................. 188 Specifications Charts ............ 254, 255 Speed Control................................... 65 Speedometer.................................... 56 SRS, Additional Information........... 43 Additional Safety Precautions.... 46 How Your Airbags Work............ 43 How Your SRS Indicator Light Works........................................ 45 SRS Components......................... 43 SRS Service................................... 45 SRS Indicator.............................. 45, 53 START (Ignition Key Position) ..... 71 Starting the Engine........................ 133 In Cold Weather at High Altitude................................... 133 With a Dead Battery ................. 236 Steam Coming from Engine......... 238 Steering Wheel Adjustment................................... 64 Anti-theft Column Lock.............. 71 Stereo Sound System.................... 100 Storing Your Car............................ 217 Supplemental Restraint System..... 43 Servicing....................................... 45 SRS Indicator.......................... 45, 53 Synthetic Oil................................... 174 Tachometer...................................... 56 Taillights, Changing Bulbs in....... 211 Taking Care of the Unexpected................................ 227 Tape Player..................................... 113 Technical Descriptions Emission Control Systems........ 261 Three Way Catalytic Converter................................ 263 Tire Information........................ 256 Temperature Gauge........................ 57 Tether Attachment Points.............. 38 Three Way Catalytic Converter... 263 Time, Setting the ............................. 85 Timing Belt..................................... 196 Tire Chains..................................... 202 Tire, How to Change a Flat.......... 229 Tires................................................ 197 Air Pressure............................... 197 Checking Wear.......................... 198 Compact Spare........................... 228 DOT Tire Quality Grading....... 257 Inflation....................................... 197 Inspection................................... 198 Maintenance............................... 199 Replacing.................................... 200 Rotating....................................... 200 Snow............................................202 Specifications............................. 255 Tire Chains................................. 202 Technical Information.............. 256 Winter Driving........................... 201 Tools, Tire Changing.................... 229 Towing A Trailer...................................... 152 Emergency................................. 250 Main MenustTransmission Checking Fluid Level, Automatic............................... 183 Checking Fluid Level, Manual....................................184 Fluid Selection............................ 183 Identification Number............... 253 Shifting the Automatic.............. 136 Shifting the Manual................... 134 Treadwear...................................... 257 Trip Meter........................................ 56 Trunk................................................. 73 Opening the.................................. 73 Open Monitor Light.................... 55 Turn Signals..................................... 61 Underside, Cleaning...................... 224 Unexpected, Taking Care of the........................................... 227 Uniform Tire Quality Grading..... 257 Unleaded Gasoline......................... 120 Upholstery Cleaning...................... 222 Used Oil, How to Dispose of........ 176 Vehicle Capacity Load .................. 129 Vehicle Dimensions....................... 254 Vehicle Identification Number..... 252 Vehicle Storage.............................. 217 Ventilation.........................................95 VIN..................................................252 Vinyl Cleaning................................ 222 Viscosity, Oil................................... 174 Warning Beepers Headlights on............................... 60 Key in Ignition.............................. 71 Seat Belts........................................ 6 WARNING, Explanation of.............. ii Warning Labels, Location of.......... 48 Warranty Coverages*................... 269 Washer, Windshield Checking the Fluid Level......... 182 Operation...................................... 63 Washing.......................................... 220 Waxing and Polishing................... 221 Index Wheels Adjusting the Steering................ 64 Alignment and Balance............. 199 Compact Spare........................... 228 Wrench.......................................230 Windows Cleaning...................................... 223 Operating the Power................... 80 Rear, Defogger............................ 63 Windshield Cleaning........................................ 62 Defroster...................................... 98 Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades........................ 193 Operation...................................... 62 Worn Tires..................................... 198 Wrecker, Emergency Towing...... 250 * U.S. and Canada only Main MenustTire Pressure (measured cold): Front/Rear: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm2 ) Service Information Summary Gasoline: Premium Unleaded gasoline, pump octane number of 91 or higher. Fuel Tank Capacity: 15.9 US gal (60l,13.2 Imp gal) Recommended Engine Oil: API Service SJ "Energy Conserving" oil, SAE 5W-30 viscosity (see page 173). Oil change capacity (including filter): 5.1 US qt (4.8 l,4.2 Imp qt) Automatic Transmission Fluid: Honda Premium Formula Automatic Transmission Fluid preferred, or a DEXRON® III ATF as temporary replacement (see page 183). 5-speed Manual Transmission Fluid: Honda Manual Transmission Fluid preferred, or an API service SG, SH or SJ, 10W-30 or 10W-40 motor oil as a temporary replacement (see page 184). Capacity (including differential): Type SH 2.2 US qt (2.1 l,1.8lmpqt) Except Type SH 2.0 US qt (1.9 l,1.7lmpqt) Power Steering Fluid: Genuine Honda Power Steering Fluid preferred, or another brand of power steering fluid as a temporary replacement. Do not use ATF (see page 186). Brake Fluid: Genuine Honda DOT3 Brake Fluid preferred, or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary replacement (see page 185). Main Menust

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