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To activate panic mode, press and hold the PANIC button for about one second.

To cancel Panic mode before 30
seconds, press any button on the remote transmitter. You can also turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

ReplacingtheBattery When the remote transmitter’s battery begins to get weak, it may take several pushes on the button to lock or unlock the doors, and the LED will get dim. Replace the battery as soon as possible.

Battery type: CR2025

Open

Close

To replace the battery, remove the round cover on the back of the trans- mitter by turning it counterclockwise with a coin.

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BATTERY

ROUND COVER

Remove the old battery and note the polarity. Make sure the polarity of the new battery is the same ( ＋ facing up), then insert it in the transmitter.

side

▽ ◎

Align the with the transmitter, then set the cover in place and turn it clockwise.

mark on the cover mark on the

TransmitterCare Avoid severe shock to the trans- mitter, such as dropping or throwing it. Also, protect it from extreme hot or cold temperatures.

Clean the transmitter case with a soft cloth. Do not use strong cleaners or solvents that could harm the case. Immersing the transmitter in any liquid will harm the trans- mitter and cause it to not function properly.

If you lose a transmitter, you will need to have the replacement programmed to your vehicle’s system by your Honda dealer. Any other transmitters you have will also need to be reprogrammed.

Keys and Locks

AsrequiredbytheFCC: ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15ofthe FCCrules.Operationissubjecttothe followingtwoconditions:(1)Thisdevice maynotcauseharmfulinterference,and (2)thisdevicemustacceptany interferencereceived,including interferencethatmaycauseundesired operation.

Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser’s authoritytooperatetheequipment.

ThisdevicecomplieswithIndustry CanadaStandardRSS-210. Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwo conditions:(1)thisdevicemaynotcause interference,and(2)thisdevicemust acceptanyinterferencethatmaycause undesiredoperationofthedevice.

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Keys and Locks

Trunk

Push

TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON

MASTER KEY

You can open the trunk in three ways:

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

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See page for cargo loading and weight limit information. Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the lid, and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior. See Monoxide Hazard on page

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

Press the trunk release button in the lower console compartment. Use the master key to open the trunk lock. The valet key does not work in this lock. Press and hold the trunk release button on the remote transmitter for approximately one second (see page

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Emergency Trunk Opener

Parents should decide if their children should be shown how to use this feature.

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For more information about child safety, see page

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As a safety feature, your car has a release lever on the trunk latch so the trunk can be opened from the inside.

To open the trunk, push the release lever to the left.

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Console Compartments

MASTER KEY

The area between the seats has two compartments. Open the lower compartment by squeezing the handle. Close it with a firm push. You can lock or unlock the lower compartment with the master key.

The lever to open the upper compartment is inside the lower compartment. Push up the lever and lift the lid. To close, lower the lid and push it down until it latches.

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Seat Adjustments

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forimportantsafety Seepages informationandwarningsabouthowto properlypositionseatsandseat-backs.

Make all seat adjustments before you start driving.

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.

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 into the new position.

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Power Windows

Your car’s windows are electrically- powered. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) to raise or lower either window.

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DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH

The driver’s armrest 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, pull back on the window switch. Release the switch when the window gets to the position you want.

MAIN SWITCH

PASSENGER’S WINDOW SWITCH 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 pulling back on the switch and holding it.

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Closing a power window on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury.

Make sure your passenger is away from the window before closing it.

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

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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, pull back on the window switch 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 pull back on the window switch and hold it until the window reaches the desired position.

Power Windows

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 a child in the car so the child does not get injured by operating the window unintentionally.

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Convertible Top

The convertible top on your Honda lowers and raises electrically.

Do not lower or raise the top while the engine is running.

LATCH

TAB

Do not operate the convertible top if the car is raised on the jack, a hoist, or on jack stands.

Lowering the Convertible Top Park your car in the shade whenever possible. Extended exposure to sunlight can cause the convertible top to deteriorate.

1.

Apply the parking brake. The convertible top will not operate unless the parking brake is fully engaged.

2.

Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

LOCKING LEVER

3.

There is a latch on each side. Push in the tab and pull the locking lever down.

Before operating the convertible top, make sure the car is parked on level ground, and that there is enough clearance above the top.

It is advisable to raise the top whenever you park the car. This helps to protect the car from unexpected weather changes, and from theft of your valuables.

Do not operate the convertible top in f reezing weather. You can damage the material and mechanism of the convertible top.

Do not operate the top if it is wet, dirty, or covered with ice or snow.

Never drive the car with the convertible top half open.

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LOCKING LEVER

Convertible Top

LATCH

LOCKING LEVER

ROOF SWITCH

4.

Push the top forward while you release the latches from the windshield header by pushing the locking levers forward.

5.

With the latches released, pull back on the locking levers and push them up until they latch.

6.

Pull back and hold the ROOF switch.

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Convertible Top

Operating the convertible top while any part of a passenger is in the way of the convertible top can cause serious injury.

Make sure that you, your passenger or any other people around the car are clear of the way of the moving convertible top.

The windows will lower and the roof will fold back. Release the ROOF switch when the roof is retracted completely into the rear shelf.

Make sure the rear defogger is off before you lower the convertible top.

Do not sit on the f olded convertible top, or put heavy items on top of it. You could damage the top or the rear window def ogger wires.

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Raising the Convertible Top Apply the parking brake. The 1. convertible top will not operate unless the parking brake is fully engaged.

2.

Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

Convertible Top

ROOF SWITCH 3. Push the ROOF switch forward and hold it.

4.

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Convertible Top

WINDSHIELD HEADER

TAB

LATCH

The convertible top will raise. Release the ROOF switch when the top reaches the windshield header.

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LOCKING LEVER

5.

6.

Push in the tab on each locking lever and pull the locking lever down.

While pushing the convertible top forward, push the locking lever forward and set the latch into the windshield header.

7.

Pull back on the locking lever and push it up until it latches. Make sure it is securely latched.

Operating the convertible top while any part of a passenger is in the way of the convertible top can cause serious injury.

Make sure that you, your passenger or any other people around the car are clear of the way of the moving convertible top.

Do not put heavy items on the closed convertible top. You can damage the material and the mechanism.

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Convertible Top Cover Use the convertible top cover when the top is folded to help prevent foreign objects, dirt, etc. from getting into the material and mechanism.

CONVERTIBLE TOP COVER

FASTENING STRING

SNAP

PIN

Convertible Top

PIN

1.

Remove the convertible top cover from the trunk.

2.

Connect the snaps on the top cover to the two pins on the back of the interior panel.

3.

Hook the fastener string to the pin on each side wall of the passenger compartment.

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Convertible Top

Maintenance

Every three to six months, depending on how often the top is folded, rub a thin film of Shin-Etsu Silicone grease (available from your Honda dealer, P/N 08798-9013) onto the seals wherever they touch the convertible top or each other.

4.

Fit the rear part of the top cover into the space behind the convertible top.

5.

To remove the top cover, reverse the attaching procedure.

Dust is the main cause of creaks or other sounds coming from the convertible top. Regularly clean the body seals with glass cleaner and a soft cloth. Do not use a scraper or de-icing chemicals to remove frost, snow, or ice from the top or rear window.

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To reduce the possibility of leaks:

Use the door pull to open and close the door. Do not push or pull on the door glass.

Do not lean or sit on an open door.

Convertible Top

The convertible top seals are designed to promote the flow of water off the roof. Spraying high pressure water directly on the seals can distort them, causing a leak. Use only a low pressure water stream when using a hose, and avoid car washes.

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Hazard Warning, Mirrors

Hazard Warning

Mirrors

Adjusting the Power Mirrors

SELECTOR SWITCH

Push the red button next to the roof switch to turn on the hazard warning lights (four-way flashers). This causes all four outside turn signals and both indicators in the instrument panel to flash. Use the hazard warning lights if you need to park in a dangerous area near heavy traffic, or if your vehicle is disabled.

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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.

ADJUSTMENT SWITCH

Adjust the outside mirrors with the adjustment switch on the driver’s door armrest:

1.

Turn the ignition switch ON (II).

2.

Move the selector switch to L (driver’s side) or R (passenger’s side).

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Parking Brake

Mirrors, Parking Brake

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

3.

4.

Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to move the mirror right, left, up, or down.

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.

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 drive the vehicle without releasing the parking brake, the ABS indicator may come on, and the ABS may not work properly.

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Beverage Holder, Accessory Power Socket, Audio Panel

Beverage Holder

Accessory Power Socket

Audio Panel

To open the beverage holder, push on the front edge.

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 use the accessory power socket, pull out on the cover. The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II).

This socket is intended to supply power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less (10
amps).

It will not power an automotive type cigarette lighter element.

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To open the audio panel, push on the top center and let the panel swing down. To close, pivot the panel up and push on it until it latches. Refer to page audio system.

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Interior Lights

If the three-position switch is in the center position, the interior light will come on when you remove the key from the ignition switch.

The interior light has a three- position switch. In the OFF position, the light does not come on. In the center position, the interior light comes on when you open either door. In the ON position, the interior light stays on continuously.

In addition, when the three position switch is in the center position with both doors closed, the two bulbs in the interior light can be turned on separately by the pushbutton switches next to them. Push the switch to turn the light on or off.

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Comfort and Convenience Features

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

The standard audio system has many features. This section de- scribes those features and how to use them. (If you selected an optional audio system, refer to the operating instructions that came with it.)

Heating and Cooling

What Each Control Does How to Use the System To Turn Everything Off

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AM/FM/CD Audio System . 94
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Operating the Radio . 99
Adjusting the Sound . 100
Digital Clock . 102
Audio System Lighting Radio Frequencies . 102
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Radio Reception . 105
Operating the CD Player . 108
Operating the CD Changer . 109
Protecting Compact Discs CD Player Error Indications . 111
CD Changer Error

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Indications

Remote Audio Controls Theft Protection Cruise Control

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Heating and Cooling

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

What Each Control Does

Fan Control Lever Pushing this lever up and down increases and decreases the fan speed. The indicators next to the lever show you the speed selected.

Temperature Control Dials Turning this dial clockwise 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.

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RECIRCULATION BUTTON

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 car’s interior is sent through the system again (Recircula- tion mode). When the indicator is off, air is brought in from outside the car (Fresh Air mode).

MODE CONTROL DIAL

TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL

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Mode Control Dial Use the MODE control dial to select the vents the air flows from.

Air flows from the vents on both sides of the instrument panel, and from the dashboard vent in front of the passenger.

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

Air flows from the center vents in the dashboard above the audio system, the vents on both sides of the instrument panel, and from the floor vents. Select this position when you drive with the convertible top folded.

Air flows from the floor

vents and the vents on both sides of the instrument panel.

When you select automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A/C.

, the system

Air flow is divided between

the floor vents, the defroster vents at the base of the windshield, and the vents on both sides of the instrument panel.

Air flows from the defroster

vents at the base of the windshield and the vents on both sides of the instrument panel.

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Vent Controls

CENTER VENT

SIDE VENT

You can shut off the air flow from each vent by turning the dial all the way toward the mark until it clicks.

You can adjust the direction of the air coming from the vents on both sides of the instrument panel and at the corner of the dashboard on the passenger’s side. To adjust the air flow up and down, move the tab in the center of each vent up and down. To adjust it left and right, turn the dial under each vent left and right.

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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.

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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.

RECIRCULATION BUTTON

AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON

FAN CONTROL LEVER

Heating and Cooling

MODE CONTROL DIAL

TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL

Ventilation The flow-through ventilation system draws in outside air, circulates it through the interior, then exhausts it through vents behind the seat-backs.

1.

2. 3.

Turn the temperature control dial all the way to the left. Make sure the A/C is off. Select Set the fan to the desired speed.

and Fresh Air mode.

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ToCoolwithA/C 1.

Turn on the A/C by pressing the button. The light in the button comes on when a fan speed is selected. Make sure the temperature control dial is all the way to the left. Select If the outside air is humid, select Recirculation mode. If the outside air is dry, select Fresh Air mode. Set the fan to the desired speed.

2.

3. 4.

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. 2.

3. 4.

Start the engine. Turn on the A/C by pressing the button. Make sure the tempera- ture control dial is all the way to the left. Set the fan to maximum speed. Open the windows partially. Select

and Fresh Air mode.

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RECIRCULATION BUTTON

AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON

FAN CONTROL LEVER

MODE CONTROL DIAL

TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL

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

) when driving in stop-and-go

Air conditioning places an extra load on the engine. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 49
traffic or climbing a long, steep hill. If it moves near the red mark, turn off the A/C until the reading returns to normal.

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ToHeat To warm the interior:

1. 2. 3. 4.

and Fresh Air mode.

Start the engine. Select Set the fan to the desired speed. Adjust the warmth of the air with the temperature control dial.

ToHeatandDehumidifywithAir 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. 2. 3. 4.

Set the fan to the desired speed. Turn on the air conditioning. Select Adjust the temperature control dial so the mixture of heated and cooled air feels comfortable.

and Fresh Air mode.

Heating and Cooling

ToDefogandDefrost To remove fog from the inside of the windows:

1. 2.

3.

, the

Switch the fan on. Select When you select system automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A/C. Adjust the temperature control dial so the air flow from the defroster vents feels warm.

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

When you switch to another mode from Press the A/C button to turn if off.

, the A/C stays on.

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To remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield and side windows after the vehicle has been sitting out in cold weather:

MODE CONTROL DIAL

1. 2.

3.

Start the engine. Select When you select system automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A/C. Set the fan and temperature controls to maximum.

, the

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.

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RECIRCULATION BUTTON

AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON

FAN CONTROL LEVER

TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL

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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 beside each vent. This will send more warm air to the windshield defroster vents.

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

To Turn Everything Off To shut off the system temporarily, turn off the fan (no lights illuminated).

You should shut the system completely 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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Audio System

AM/FM/CD 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 anti-theft feature will disable the system if it is disconnected from the vehicle’s battery. To get the system working again, you must enter a code number (see page

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STEREO INDICATOR

AM/FM BUTTON

PWR/VOL KNOB

SEEK BAR

TUNE KNOB

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Use the TUNE knob to

TUNE tune the radio to a desired frequency. Turn the TUNE knob to the right to tune to a higher frequency, or to the left to tune to a lower frequency. Turn the knob right or left until the display reaches the desired frequency.

Operating the Radio The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) to operate the audio system. Turn the system on by pressing the PWR/ VOL knob or the AM/FM button. Adjust the volume by turning the knob.

The band and frequency that the radio was last tuned to is displayed. To change bands, press the AM/FM button. On the FM band, ST will be displayed if the station is broadcast- ing in stereo. Stereo reproduction on AM is not available.

You can use any of five methods to find radio stations on the selected band: TUNE, SEEK, SCAN, AUTO SELECT, and the preset buttons.

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SEEK searches the band for a station with a strong signal. To activate it, press the SEEK bar release it. Depending on which part of the SEEK bar you press, the system scans upward or downward from the current frequency. It stops when it finds a station with a strong signal.

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SCAN samples all the stations with strong signals on the selected band. To activate it, press the SCAN button, then release it. You will see SCAN in the display. The system will scan up the band for a station with a strong signal. When it finds one, it will stop and play that station for approximately five seconds. If you do nothing, the system will then scan for the next strong station and play that for five seconds. When it plays a station that you want to continue listening to, press the SCAN button again.

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Preset frequencies of your favorite radio stations in the six preset buttons. Each button will store one frequency on the AM band, and two frequencies on the FM band.

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AM/FM BUTTON

STEREO INDICATOR

SCAN BUTTON

SCAN INDICATOR

PWR/VOL KNOB

PRESET BUTTONS

TUNE KNOB

SEEK/SKIP BAR

AUTO SELECT BUTTON

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To store a frequency:

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3.

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

Use the TUNE, SEEK, or SCAN function to tune the radio to a desired station.

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

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, is disconnected, or the radio fuse is removed.

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PRESET BUTTONS

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AUTO SELECT 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. SEL button. A. SEL will flash 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 frequencies 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 stored.

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AUTO SELECT INDICATOR

SCAN BUTTON

SEEK BAR

TUNE KNOB

A. SEL BUTTON

If you do not like the stations Auto Select has stored, you can store other frequencies in the preset buttons. Use the TUNE, SEEK, or SCAN function to find the desired frequencies, then store them in the selected preset buttons as described previously.

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

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Adjusting the Sound Bass, Treble, Balance, and Fader are each adjustable. You select which of these you want to adjust by pressing the TUNE knob. The mode changes from BAS to TRE to FAD to BAL, and then back to the selected audio mode, each time you press the TUNE knob. Each mode is shown in the display as it changes.

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Balance/Fader modes adjust the strength of the sound coming from each speaker. BAL adjusts the side-to-side strength, while FAD adjusts the front-to-back strength.

Because there are no rear speakers, you will not hear any sound from the audio system if you adjust the fader to its full rear (

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Select BAL or FAD by pressing the TUNE knob. Adjust the Balance or Fader to your liking by turning the TUNE knob. The displayed number shows you the current setting. When the adjustment level reaches the center, you will see ‘‘

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TUNE KNOB

displayed number shows you the current setting. When the adjustment level reaches the center, you will see ‘‘

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The system will automatically return the display to the selected audio mode about five seconds after you stop adjusting a mode with the MODE knob.

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Digital Clock The display of your audio system usually shows the time when the ignition switch is in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II). It shows operation mode of radio, CD player, or optional CD changer when you operate them, and goes back to the time display after five seconds.

If an error occurs while operating the CD player or optional CD changer, the display will show the error code and will not switch to the time display until the error is corrected (see pages and

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TIME DISPLAY

CLOCK BUTTON

H BUTTON

R BUTTON

M BUTTON

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To set the hours, press the H (Preset 4) button while pressing the CLOCK (SCAN/RPT) button. Press and hold the H button until the hour advances to the desired time.

To set the minutes, press the M (Preset 5) button while pressing the CLOCK (SCAN/RPT) button. Press and hold the M button until the minutes numbers advance to the desired time.

You can use the R (Preset 6) button to quickly set the time to the nearest hour. Press the R button while pressing the CLOCK button. If the displayed time is before the half hour, pressing R sets the clock back to the previous hour. If the displayed time is after the half hour, pressing R 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

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If your car’s battery is disconnected or goes dead, the time setting will be lost. To set the time again, follow the setting procedure.

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Audio System Lighting The audio system illuminates when the parking lights are on, even if the radio is turned off.

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.

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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.

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

AsrequiredbytheFCC: Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser’s authoritytooperatetheequipment.

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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Operating the CD Player You operate the CD player with the same controls used for the radio.

With the ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II), insert the disc into the CD slot. Push the disc in halfway, the drive will pull it in the rest of the way and begin to play. The number of the track that is playing is shown in the display.

You can also play 3-inch (8-cm) discs without using an adapter ring. Play only standard round discs. Odd- shaped CDs may jam in the drive or cause other problems.

For best results when using CD-R discs, use only high quality discs labeled for audio use. When recording a CD-R, the recording must be closed in order for the disc to be used by CD players. CD-RW discs will not work in this unit.

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AM/FM BUTTON

REPEAT INDICATOR

EJECT BUTTON

CD/TAPE BUTTON

CD SLOT

RPT BUTTON

PWR/VOL KNOB

RANDOM INDICATOR

SEEK/SKIP BAR

RDM BUTTON

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If you eject the disc, but do not remove it from the slot, the system will automatically reload the disc after 15 seconds and put the CD player in pause mode. To begin playing the disc, press the CD button.

You can use the SEEK/SKIP bar while a disc is playing to select passages and change tracks.

Each time you press and release the

side of the SEEK/SKIP bar,

the system skips forward to the beginning of the next track. Press and release the side to skip backward to the beginning of the current track. Press it again to skip to the beginning of the previous track.

To move rapidly within a track, press and hold the SEEK/SKIP bar. Press the side to move forward. You will see CUE in the display. Press the

side to move backward. You

will see REW displayed. Release the bar when the system reaches the point you want.

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When the system reaches the end of the disc, it will return to the begin- ning and play the disc again.

You can switch to the radio while a CD is playing by pressing the AM/ FM button. Press the CD button to return to playing the CD. The CD will begin playing where it left off.

If you turn the system off while a CD is playing, either with the PWR/VOL knob or by turning off the ignition, the disc will stay in the drive. When you turn the system back on, the CD will begin playing where it left off.

Press the eject button to remove the disc from the drive.

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REPEAT To activate the Repeat feature, press and release the RPT button. You will see RPT in the display. The system continuously replays the current track. Press the RPT button again to turn it off.

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RANDOM PLAY This feature, when activated, plays the tracks on the CD in random order, rather than in the order they are recorded on the CD. To activate Random Play, press and release the RDM button. You will see RDM in the display. The system will then select and play tracks randomly. This continues until you deactivate Random Play by pressing RDM again.

If the system is in Repeat mode, you must turn it off by pressing the RPT button before selecting Random Play.

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Operating the CD Changer (Optional) A Compact Disc changer is available for your vehicle. It holds up to six discs, providing several hours of continuous entertainment. You operate this CD changer with the same controls used for the in-dash CD player.

Load the desired CDs in the magazine and load the magazine in the changer according to the instructions that came with the unit. Play only standard round discs. Odd- shaped CDs may jam in the drive or cause other problems.

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If you eject the in-dash CD while it is playing, the system will automatically switch to the CD changer and begin play where it left off. If there are no CDs in the changer, the display will flash. You will have to select another mode (AM or FM) with the button.

When you switch back to CD mode, the system selects the same unit (in- dash or changer) that was playing when you switched out of CD mode.

To use the SKIP, REPEAT, and RANDOM functions, refer to the in- dash player operating instructions.

To select the CD changer, press the CD button. The disc and track numbers will be displayed.

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(DISC ) button. Press the Preset 6
button to select the next disc in the magazine. Press the Preset 5 button to select the previous disc. If you select an empty slot in the magazine, the changer will, after finding that slot empty, try to load the CD in the next slot. This continues until it finds a CD to load and play.

If you load a CD in the in-dash player while the changer is playing a CD, the system will stop the changer and begin playing the in-dash CD. To select the changer again, press the CD button. Play will begin where it left off. Use the CD button to switch between the player and the changer.

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Protecting Compact Discs

When a CD is not being played, store it in its case to protect it from dust and other contamination. To prevent warpage, keep CDs out of direct sunlight and extreme heat.

Handle a CD by its edges; never touch either surface. Do not place stabilizer rings or labels on the CD. These, along with contamination from fingerprints, liquids, and felt-tip pens, can cause the CD to not play properly, or possibly jam in the drive.

To clean a disc, use a clean soft cloth. Wipe across the disc from the center to the outside edge.

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Never try to insert foreign objects in the CD player or the magazine.

A new CD may be rough on the inner and outer edges. The small plastic pieces causing this roughness can flake off and fall on the re- cording surface of the disc, causing skipping or other problems. Remove these pieces by rubbing the inner and outer edges with the side of a pencil or pen.

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CD Player Error Indications If you see an error indication in the display while operating the CD player, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the vehicle to your Honda dealer.

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Indication

Cause

Solution

FOCUS Error

Mechanical Error

High Temperature

Press the EJECT button and pull out the disc. Check if the disc is inserted correctly in the CD player. Make sure the disc is not scratched or damaged. Press the EJECT button and pull out the disc. Check the disc for damage or deformation. If the CD cannot be pulled out or the error indication does not disappear after the disc is ejected, see your Honda dealer. Do not try to force the disc out of the player. Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal.

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CD Changer Error Indications If you see an error indication in the display while operating the CD changer, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the vehicle to your Honda dealer.

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Indication

Cause

Solution

FOCUS Error

No CD in the CD magazine

Mechanical Error

High Temperature

No CD magazine in the CD changer

Press the magazine eject button and pull out the magazine, check for error indication. Insert the magazine again. If the code does not disappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out, consult your Honda dealer. Insert CD.

Press the magazine eject button and pull out the magazine, check for error indication. Insert the magazine again. If the code does not disappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out, consult your Honda dealer. Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal. Insert CD magazine.

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AUDIO CONTROL BUTTON

CHANNEL BUTTON

MUTE BUTTON

VOLUME LEVER

Four controls for the audio system are on the left side of the dashboard by the instrument panel. These let you control basic functions without distracting your attention from driving.

Use the VOLUME lever to adjust the volume. Push the lever up to increase the volume and down to decrease it. Hold the lever until the volume reaches the desired level, then release it.

If you want to mute the sound temporarily, push the MUTE button. The indicator in the button will light to indicate the mute function is on. Press the button again to cancel MUTE.

The AUDIO CONTROL button changes the mode. Pressing the button repeatedly selects AM, FM1, FM2, or CD (if a CD is loaded).

The CHANNEL button has two functions, depending on whether you are listening to the radio, or playing a CD.

If you are listening to the radio, use the CHANNEL button to change stations. Each time you press this button, the system advances to the next preset station on the band you are listening to. You will see the number of the selected Preset button in the audio system display.

Remote Audio Controls

If you are playing a CD, the system skips to the beginning of the next track each time you push the CHANNEL button.

These controls work only with the factory-installed audio system. They will not function if you install any other system.

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Theft Protection

Your car’s audio system will disable itself if it is disconnected from electrical power for any reason. To make it work again, the user must enter a specific five-digit code in the Preset buttons. Because there are hundreds of number combinations possible from five digits, making the system work without knowing the exact code is nearly impossible.

You should have received a card that lists your audio system’s code number and serial number. It is best to store this card in a safe place at home. In addition, you should write the audio system’s serial number in this Owner’s Manual. If you should happen to lose the card, you must obtain the code number from your Honda dealer. To do this, you will need the system’s serial number.

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If your car’s battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the radio fuse is removed, the audio system will disable itself. If this happens, you will see ‘‘Code’’ in the frequency display the next time you turn on the system. Use the Preset buttons to enter the five-digit code. If it is entered correctly, the radio will start playing.

If you make a mistake entering the code, do not start over or try to correct your mistake. Complete the five-digit sequence, then enter the correct code. You have ten tries to enter the correct code. If you are unsuccessful in ten attempts, you must then leave the system on for one hour before trying again.

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Cruise control allows you to maintain a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. It should be used 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.

The cruise control, as it operates, moves the accelerator pedal. You can damage your vehicle’s accelerator mechanism by resting your f oot under the pedal and blocking the movement.

Cruise Control

UsingtheCruiseControl

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Push in the Cruise Control Master Switch on the dashboard beside the steering column. The indicator by the switch will light.

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

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