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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.


Airflow is divided between


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


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Vents, Heating, and A/C


Air flows from the defroster


vents at the base of the windshield 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.


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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. 4.


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.


Using the Heater 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.


1. 2. 3.


and Fresh Air mode.


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


Using the A/C Air conditioning places an extra load on the engine. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 45
turn off the A/C until the gauge reads normally.


). If it moves near the red zone,


1.


2.


3. 4.


5.


Turn on the A/C by pressing the button. The indicator 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.


you can


Iftheinteriorisverywarm, cool it down more rapidly by partially opening the windows, turning on the A/C, and setting the fan to maximum speed in Fresh Air mode.


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To Dehumidify the Interior 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.


Switch the fan on. Turn on the air conditioning. Select Adjust the temperature control dial to your preference.


and Fresh Air mode.


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


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


1. 2.


3.


4.


Set the fan to the desired speed. Select . When you select


, the system automatically


switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A/C. Adjust the temperature control dial so the airflow feels warm. Select to help clear the rear window.


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


, the A/C stays on.


Vents, Heating, and A/C


To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice From the Windows


1.


2. 3.


. The system


Select automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A/C. Select Set the fan and temperature controls to the maximum level.


To clear the windows faster, you can close the dashboard corner vents and the vents on both sides of the instrument panel by rotating the wheel below the vent. This will send more warm air to the windshield defroster vents. Once the windshield is clear, select the Fresh Air mode to avoid fogging the windows.


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


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Playing the Radio


A.SEL INDICATOR STEREO INDICATOR


AM/FM BUTTON


SCAN INDICATOR


SCAN BUTTON


A.SEL BUTTON


SEEK BAR


TUNE KNOB


PWR/VOL KNOB


PRESET BUTTONS


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Playing the Radio


To Play the Radio The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. Turn the system on by pushing the PWR/VOL knob or the AM/FM button. Adjust the volume by turning the same 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.


To Select a Station You can use any of five methods to find radio stations on the selected band: the preset buttons, and


TUNE, SEEK, SCAN,


AUTO SELECT



Use the TUNE knob to


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


lower frequency.



The SEEK function


SEEK searches up and down from the current frequency to find a station with a strong signal. To activate it, press the side of the bar, then release it.


or



The SCAN function


SCAN samples all 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 for a station with a strong signal. When it finds one, it will stop and play that station for about 5 seconds.


If you do nothing, the system will scan for the next strong station and play it for 5 seconds. When it plays a station you want to listen to, press the SCAN button again.



Each preset button can


Preset store one frequency on AM, and two frequencies on FM.


1.


2.


3.


4.


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 a preset 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 stations on FM.


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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Playing the Radio



If you are


AUTO SELECT traveling far from home and can no longer receive your preset stations, you can use the Auto Select feature to find stations in the local area.


Press the A. SEL Button. ‘‘A.SEL’’ flashes in the display, and the system goes into scan mode for several seconds. It stores the frequencies of six AM, and twelve FM stations in the preset buttons.


You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed after pressing a preset button if Auto Select cannot find a strong station for every preset button.


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


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These two


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.


Audio System Lighting You can use the instrument panel brightness control buttons to adjust the illumination of the audio system (see page illuminates when the parking lights are on, even if the radio is off.


). The audio system


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press the ToturnoffAutoSelect, A. SEL button. This restores the presets you originally set.


Adjusting the Sound Press the SOUND (TUNE) knob repeatedly to display the Bass (BAS), Treble (TRE), Balance (BAL), and Fader (FAD) setting.


Eachmodeisshowninthedisplayas it changes. Turn the SOUND (TUNE) knob to adjust the setting to your liking. When the level reaches the center, you will see ‘‘C’’ in the display. The system will automatically return the display to the selected audio mode about 5
seconds after you stop adjusting a mode.


Treble/Bass modes to adjust the tone to your liking.


Use the TRE/BAS



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Radio Reception


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.’’


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.


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Radio Reception


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.


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


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AM/FM BUTTON


CD SLOT


EJECT BUTTON


CD BUTTON


RANDOM INDICATOR


Playing a CD


REPEAT BUTTON


RANDOM BUTTON


SEEK/SKIP BAR


PWR/VOL KNOB


REPEAT INDICATOR


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Playing a CD, CD Changer


CD Player With the ignition in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position, insert a CD into the CD slot. The drive will pull the CD in the rest of the way and begin to play it. You operate the CD player with the same controls used for the radio. The number of the track playing is shown in the display. The system will continuously play a CD until you change modes.


To Change Tracks (SKIP) Each time you press and release


, the player skips forward to


to skip


the beginning of the next track. Press and release backward to the beginning of the previous track. To move rapidly within a track, press and hold the see CUE or REW in the display.


. You will


or


REPEAT a track, press and release the RPT


To continuously replay



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button. You will see RPT in the display. Press the RPT button again to turn it off.


the CD will stay in the drive. When you turn the system back on, the CD will begin playing where it left off.



RANDOM This feature plays the tracks in random order. To activate Random Play, press and release the RDM button. You will see RDM in the display. This continues until you press the RDM button again.


) to


To Stop Playing a CD Press the eject button ( remove the CD. If you eject the CD, but do not remove it from the slot, the system will automatically reload the CD after 15 seconds and put it in pause mode. To begin playing, press the CD button. Press the AM/FM button to switch to the radio while a CD is playing. Press the CD button to play the CD.


If you turn the system off while a CD is playing, either with the PWR/VOL knob or by turning off the ignition,


Operating the Optional CD Changer A CD changer is available for your vehicle. It holds up to six CDs. You operate the 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 it.


To select the CD changer, press the CD button. The CD and track numbers will be displayed. To select a different CD, use the preset 5
(DISC ) or preset 6 (DISC ) + button. 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.



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General Information


When using CD-R discs, use only high quality CDs labeled for audio use.


When recording a CD-R, the recording must be closed for it to be used by the CD players.


CD-RW discs will not work in this unit.


Play only standard round CDs. Odd-shaped CDs may jam in the drive or cause other problems.


Handle your CDs properly to prevent damage and skipping.


Protecting CDs 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.


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


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 CD, causing skipping or other problems. Remove these pieces by rubbing the inner and outer edges with the side of a pencil or pen.


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


Protecting Your CDs


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.


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CD Player Error Messages


If you see an error message in the display while playing a CD, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error message, take your vehicle to a Honda dealer.


Message


Cause


Solution


FOCUS Error


Mechanical Error


High temperature


Press the EJECT button and pull out the CD. Check if the CD is inserted correctly in the CD player. Make sure the CD is not scratched or damaged. Press the EJECT button and pull out the CD. Check the CD for damage or deformation. If the CD cannot be pulled out or the error indication does not disappear after the CD 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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If you see an error message in the display while playing a CD, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error message, take your vehicle to a Honda dealer.


CD Changer Error Messages


Message


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 it out. Check for error indication, and insert the magazine again. If the code does not disappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out, see your Honda dealer. Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal. Insert CD magazine.


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Playing the XM Satellite Radio


OptionalonU.S.models NotavailableonCanadianmodels Your Honda is capable of receiving XM Satellite Radio anywhere in the United States, except Hawaii and Alaska.


XM is a registered trademark of XM Satellite Radio, Inc.


Satellite radio receives signals from two satellites to produce clear, high- quality digital reception. It offers many channels in several categories. Along with a large selection of different types of music, satellite radio also allows you to view channel and category selections in the audio display.


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AM/FM BUTTON


TUNE KNOB


CD/AUX BUTTON


SCAN BUTTON


PWR/VOL KNOB


PRESET BUTTONS


MORE BUTTON


CATEGORY BAR


DISP/MODE BUTTON


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Playing the XM Satellite Radio


Playing the Satellite Radio To listen to satellite radio, turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. Push the PWR/VOL knob to turn on the audio system, and press the CD/AUX button. Adjust the volume by turning the PWR/VOL knob. The last channel you listened to will show in the display.



Each time the


DISP/MODE DISP button is pressed and released, the display information changes in the following sequence: channel name, channel number, category, airtist name, and music title.


You may experience periods when XM radio does not transmit the artist name and or the song title information. If this happens, there is nothing wrong with your system since this information is not available under certain situations.


If you press and hold the DISP/ MODE button for 5 seconds, it will change between category mode and channel mode. The display will show CH for the channel mode or CATEGORY for the category mode.


In the channel mode, you can receive all of the available channels in all of the different categories. In category mode, you will receive only the stations within the give category.



Expands the display to


MORE show the six remaining letters beyond the first ten letters in an artist’s name or song title. The system is set up so only 16 letters


can be displayed for any title or name. Press MORE to view the next six letters. The system will return to the original display after 8 seconds.



TUNE Turn the TUNE knob left go down the channnels or right to go up. In the channel mode, the TUNE knob will tune up or down through all the channels available from the XM radio. In the category mode, the TUNE knob will cycle through only the channels within the category you have currently selected.


Use


CATEGORY (SEEK/SKIP) − the CATEGORY bar to select a desired category, such as jazz, Rock, Classical, etc. In both category mode and channel mode, pressing the category bar will change the category up or down.


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Playing the XM Satellite Radio



You can store up to 12


To store a channel: Preset preset channels using the six preset buttons. Each button stores one channel from the XM1 band and one channel from the XM2 band.


3.


Pick the preset button you want for that channel. Press and hold the button until you hear a beep.


4.


Repeat steps 2 to 3 to store the first six channels.


To store a channel: 1.


Press the CD/AUX button. Either XM1 or XM2 will show in the display.


5.


Press the CD/AUX button again. The available XM band will show. Store the next six channels using steps 2 through 3.


2.


Use the TUNE knob, the CATEGORY bar, or the SCAN button to tune to a desired channel.


Once a channel is stored, simply press and release the proper preset button to tune to it.


In the category mode, only channels within that category can be selected. In the channel mode, all channels can be selected.


The presets will be lost if your vehicle’s battery goes dead, is disconnected, or the radio fuse is removed.



SCAN The SCAN function gives you a sampling of all channels while in the channel mode. In the category mode, only the stations within that category are scanned. To activate SCAN, press the SCAN button. The system plays each channel in numerical order for a few seconds, then selects the next channel. When you hear a channel you want to continue listening to, press the button again.


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Signal may be blocked by mountains or large obstacles to the south.


Signals are weaker in these areas.


SATELLITE


Playing the XM Satellite Radio


The XM satellites are in orbit near the equator; therefore, objects located south of the vehicle may cause satellite reception interruptions. Ground repeaters help strengthen the satellite signals, but there may be congested areas where these signals cannot be picked up. Signals become weaker the farther north you travel from the equator.


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Playing the XM Satellite Radio


Depending on where you drive, you may experience reception problems. Interference can be caused by any of these conditions:


Traveling on an east/west mountain road with the mountain on the south side.


Driving alongside a large truck.


Driving in the tunnels


Driving on a road beside a vertical wall, steep cliff, or hill.


Driving on the lower level of a multi-tiered road.


Driving on a single lane road alongside trees taller than 50 ft. (15 m).


There may be other geographic situations that could affect satellite radio reception.


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AsrequiredbytheFCC: Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser’s authoritytooperatetheequipment.


Receiving Satellite Radio Service If your XM Radio service has expired, or you purchased your vehicle from a previous owner, you can listen to a sampling of the broadcasts available on XM Satellite Radio. With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position, push the PWR/VOL knob to turn on the audio system, and press the CD/AUX button. A variety of music types and styles will play.


If you decide to purchase XM Satellite Radio service, contact XM Radio at www.xmradio.com, or at 1-800-852-9696. You will need to give them your radio I.D. number and your credit card number. To get your radio I.D. number, turn the TUNE


knob until ‘‘0’’ appears in the display. Your I.D. will appear in the display.


After you’ve registered with XM Radio, keep your audio system in the SAT Radio mode while you await activation. This should take about 20
minutes.


While awaiting activation, make sure your vehicle remains in an open area with good reception. Once your audio system is activated, ‘‘category’’ will appear in the display and you’ll be able to listen to XM Radio broadcasts. XM Radio will continue to send an activation signal to your vehicle for 48 hours. If the service has not been activated after 48 hours, contact XM Radio.


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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 come on 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), XM1, XM2 (if you have the optional satellite radio feature).


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


Remote Audio Controls


in the audio system display.


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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You will have to store your favorite stations in the preset buttons after the system begins working. Your original settings were lost when the power was disconnected.


If your vehicle’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; 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 1
hour before trying again.


Radio Theft Protection


Your vehicle’s audio system will disable itself if it is disconnected from electrical power for any reason. To make it work again, you 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 lose the card, you must obtain the code number from a Honda dealer. To do this, you will need the system’s serial number.


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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 city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather.


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


NOTICE: 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


Using the Cruise Control


CANCEL BUTTON


RESUME/accel


1.


Push in the Cruise Control Master Switch. The indicator in the switch will come on.


2.


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


3.


SET/decel Press and release the SET/decel button on the steering wheel. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel comes on to show the system is now activated.


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Cruise Control


The cruise control may not hold the set speed when you are going up and down hills. If your speed increases going down a hill, use the brakes to slow down. This will cancel the cruise control. To resume the set speed, press the RESUME/accel button. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel will come back on.


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Changing the Set Speed You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways:


Press and hold the RESUME/ accel button. When you reach the desired cruising speed, release the button.


Push on the accelerator pedal. Accelerate to the desired cruising speed, and press the SET/decel button.


To increase your speed in very small amounts, tap the RESUME/ accel button. Each time you do this, your vehicle will speed up about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).


You can decrease the set cruising speed in any of these ways:


Press and hold the SET/decel button. Release the button when you reach the desired speed.


To slow down in very small amounts, tap the SET/decel button. Each time you do this, your vehicle will slow down about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).


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


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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 vehicle 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 You can cancel the cruise control in any of these ways:


Tap the brake or clutch pedal.


Push the CANCEL button on the steering wheel.


Press the Cruise Control Master Switch.


Cruise Control


When you push the CANCEL button, or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the system remembers the previously- set cruising speed. To return to that speed, accelerate to above 25 mph (40 km/h) and then press and release the RESUME/accel button. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator comes on. The vehicle will accelerate to the same cruising speed as before.


Pressing the Cruise Control Master Switch turns the system completely off and erases the previous cruising speed.


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Before Driving


. 100
Break-in Period . 100
Gasoline Type . 101
Service Station Procedures Fuel Economy . 104
Accessories and Modifications . 105
Carrying Cargo . 107
. 110
General Precautions


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Before you begin driving your Honda, you should know what gasoline to use, and how to check the levels of important fluids. You also need to know how to properly store luggage or packages. The information in this section will help you. If you plan to add any accessories to your vehicle, please read the information in this section first.


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Break-in Period, Gasoline Type


Break-in Period Help assure your vehicle’s future reliability and performance by paying extra attention to how you drive during the first 600 miles (1,000 km). During this period:


Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. Do not exceed 5,500
rpm for the first 600 miles (1,000
km) of operation.


Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km).


Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time.


You should also follow these re- commendations with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are replaced.


Gasoline Type Your Honda is designed to operate on unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number of 91 or higher. Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause occasional metallic knocking noises in the engine and will result in decreased engine performance.


In addition, in order to maintain good performance, fuel economy, and emissions control, we strongly recommend, in areas where it is available, the use of gasoline that does NOT contain manganese-based fuel additives such as MMT. Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely affect performance, and cause the Malfunction Indicator Lamp on your instrument panel to come on. If this happens, contact your authorized Honda dealer for service. For further important fuel- related information, please refer to your Quick Start Guide.


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Some gasoline today is blended with oxygenates such as ethanol or MTBE. Your vehicle is designed to operate on oxygenated gasoline containing up to 10 percent ethanol by volume and up to 15 percent MTBE by volume. Do not use gasoline containing methanol.


If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try another service station or switch to another brand of gasoline.


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Refueling


Pull


1.


Park with the driver’s side closest to the service station pump.


2.


Open the fuel fill door by pulling on the knob on the driver’s door jamb.


Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.


Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flames away. Handle fuel only outdoors. Wipe up spills immediately.


3.


4.


Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. You may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes. Place the cap in the holder on the fuel fill door.


Stop filling the tank after the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off. Do not try to ‘‘top off’’ the tank. Leave some room for the fuel to expand with temperature changes.


Service Station Procedure


Ifthefuelnozzlekeepsclickingoff even though the tank is not full, there may be a problem with your vehicle’s fuel vapor recovery system. The system helps keep fuel vapors from going into the atmosphere. Consult your dealer.


5.


Screw the fuel fill cap back on until it clicks at least three times. If you do not properly tighten the cap, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp may come on (see page 167


).


6.


Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches.


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Service Station Procedure


Opening the Hood


RELEASE HANDLE


To Close the Hood


1.


2.


Park the vehicle, and set the parking brake. Pull the hood release handle located under the lower left corner of the dashboard. The hood will pop up slightly.


Put your fingers under the front edge of the hood to the right of center. Slide your hand to the left until you feel the hood latch handle. Push this handle to the left until it releases the hood. Lift the


hood.


If the hood latch handle moves stiffly, or if you can open the hood without lifting the handle, the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated.


3.


Pull the support rod out of its clip and insert the end into the hole on the front of the hood around the center.


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Lift it up slightly to remove the support rod from the hole. Put the support rod back into its holding clip. Lower the hood to about a foot (30
cm) above the fender, then let it drop. Make sure it is securely latched.


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Oil Check


DIPSTICK


Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off before you check the oil.


1.


Remove the dipstick (black handle).


2.


Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel.


3.


Insert it all the way back in its hole.


UPPER MARK


LOWER MARK


4.


Remove the dipstick again and check the level. It should be between the upper and lower marks.


If it is near or below the lower mark, see


Adding Oil


on page


129


Service Station Procedure


Engine Coolant Check


RESERVE TANK


MAX


MIN


Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines. If Adding it is below the MIN line, see Engine Coolant for 132
information on adding the proper coolant.


on page


Owner’s Maintenance on page


Refer to Checks on checking other items in your Honda.


122


for information


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Fuel Economy


Try to maintain a constant speed. Everytimeyouslowdownand speed up, your vehicle uses extra fuel.Usethecruisecontrolwhen appropriate.


Combine several short trips into one.


The air conditioning puts an extra load on the engine which makes it usemorefuel.Usethefresh-air ventilation when possible.


Improving Fuel Economy


Always maintain your vehicle according to the maintenance Owner’s schedule. See Maintenance Checks 122


on page


an underinflated tire Forexample, causes more ‘‘rolling resistance,’’ which uses fuel.


The build-up of snow or mud on your vehicle’s underside adds weight and rolling resistance. Frequent cleaning helps your fuel mileage and reduces the chance of corrosion.


Drive moderately. Rapid acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking use more fuel.


Always drive in the highest gear possible.


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Modifying your vehicle, or installing some non-Honda accessories, can make your vehicle unsafe. Before you make any modifications or add anyaccessories,besuretoreadthe following information.


Accessories Your dealer has Honda accessories that allow you to personalize your vehicle. These accessories have been designed and approved for your vehicle, and are covered by warranty.


Improper accessories or modifications can affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, and performance, and cause a crash in which you can be hurt or killed.


Follow all instructions in this owner’s manual regarding accessories and modifications.


Although aftermarket accessories may fit on your vehicle, they may not meet factory specifications, and could adversely affect your vehicle’s handling and stability. (See ‘‘Modifying Your Vehicle’’ on page 106


for additional information.)


When properly installed, cellular phones, alarms, two-way radios, and low-powered audio systems should not interfere with your vehicle’s computer controlled systems, such as the SRS and anti-lock brake system.


Accessories and Modifications


Before installing any accessory:


Make sure the accessory does not obscure any lights, or interfere with proper vehicle operation or performance.


Be sure electronic accessories do not overload electrical circuits (see page proper operation.


) or interfere with


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Have the installer contact your Honda dealer for assistance before installing any electronic accessory.


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Accessories and Modifications


Larger or smaller wheels and tires can interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s anti-lock brakes and other systems.


Do not modify your steering wheel or any other part of your Supplemental Restraint System. Modifications could make the system ineffective. See the safety precautions on page


15


If you plan to modify your vehicle, consult your Honda dealer.


Modifying Your Vehicle Removing parts from your vehicle, or replacing components with non- Honda (aftermarket) components could seriously affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, and reliability.


Some examples are:


Lowering the vehicle with an aftermarket suspension kit that significantly reduces ground clearance can allow the undercarriage to hit speed bumps or other raised objects, which could cause the airbags to deploy.


Raising your vehicle with an aftermarket suspension kit can affect handling and stability.


Aftermarket wheels, because they are a universal design, can cause excessive stress on suspension components.


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UPPER AND LOWER CONSOLE COMPARTMENTS


DOOR POCKET


TRUNK


CONSOLE SIDE NETS


Carrying Cargo


Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas:


Upper and lower console compartments


Door pockets


Console Side Nets


However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe. Before carrying any type of cargo, be sure to read the following pages.


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Carrying Cargo


The maximum load limit for your vehicle is 400 lbs (185 kg). This figure includes the total weight of all occupants, cargo, and accessories.


To determine the correct cargo and luggage load limit:


3.


4.


Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passenger from 400
lbs (185 kg).


The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity.


1.


2.


Locate the statement, ‘‘the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 400 lbs (185 kg)’’ on your vehicle’s placard (on the driver’s doorjamb).


Determine the combined weight of the driver and passenger that will be riding in your vehicle. (Two is the seating capacity of your vehicle.)


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For example, if there will be two 150
lbs (70 kg) occupants in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 100 lbs (45
kg). × kg) 400 lbs (185 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg)


150 lbs (70 kg) = 300 lbs (140


300 lbs (140 kg) =



5.


Determine the combined weight of accessories, luggage, and cargo being loaded in the vehicle. The weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4.


Overloading or improper loading can affect handling and stability and cause a crash in which you can be hurt or killed.


Follow all load limits and other loading guidelines in this manual.


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Carrying Cargo


Carrying Items in the Passenger Compartment


Store or secure all items that could be thrown around and hurt someone during a crash.


Carrying Cargo in the Trunk


Distribute cargo evenly on the floor of the trunk, placing the heaviest items on the bottom and as far forward as possible.


Be sure items placed on the floor behind the seats cannot roll under the seats and interfere with the pedals or vehicle operation.


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General Precautions


Your Honda is designed to give you optimum handling and performance on well-maintained roads. As part of this design, your vehicle has a minimum of ground clearance, and very low-profile tires.


Use caution if you ever drive your vehicle on very rough or rutted roads. You could damage the suspension and underbody by bottoming out. Going too fast over parking lot ‘‘speed bumps’’ can also cause damage.


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Curbs and steep inclines could damage the front and rear bumpers. Low curbs that do not affect the average vehicle may be high enough to hit the bumper on your Honda. The front or rear bumper may scrape when trying to drive onto an incline, such as a steep driveway or trailer ramps.


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Driving


This section gives you tips on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to operate the manual transmission. It also includes important information on parking your vehicle, and the braking system.


Preparing to Drive Starting the Engine 6-speed Manual Transmission Parking Braking System Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Towing a Trailer


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8.


9.


Fasten your seat belt. Check that your passenger has fastened his or her seat belt (see page ).


12


When you start the engine, check the gauges and indicators in the ). instrument panel (see page


39


4.


5.


6.


Check that any items you may be carrying are stored properly or fastened down securely.


Check the seat adjustment (see page


58


).


Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors (see page


66


).


7.


Make sure the doors are securely closed and locked.


Preparing to Drive


Youshoulddothefollowingchecks and adjustments before you drive your vehicle.


1.


Make sure all windows, mirrors, and outside lights are clean and unobstructed. Remove frost, snow, or ice.


2.


Check that the hood and trunk are fully closed.


3.


Visually check the tires. If a tire looks low, use a gauge to check its pressure.


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1.


Apply the parking brake.


2.


3.


In cold weather, turn off all electrical accessories to reduce the drain on the battery.


Push the clutch pedal down all the way. The ENGINE START button has no effect unless the clutch pedal is pressed.


4.


Turn the ignition key to the ON (II) position.


5.


Without touching the accelerator pedal, push the ENGINE START button. Do not hold the ENGINE START button for more than 15
seconds at a time. If the engine does not start right away, pause for at least 10 seconds before trying again.


ENGINE START BUTTON If the engine does not start within 6. 15 seconds, or starts but stalls right away, repeat step 5 with the accelerator pedal pressed halfway down. If the engine starts, release pressure on the accelerator pedal so the engine does not race.


Starting the Engine


7.


If the engine fails to start, press the accelerator pedal all the way down and hold it there while starting to clear flooding. If the engine still does not start, return to step 6.


The engine is harder to


NOTICE: start in cold weather. Also, the thinner air f ound at altitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400 meters) adds to this problem.


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6-speed Manual Transmission


Rapid slowing or speeding-up can cause loss of control on slippery surfaces. If you crash, you can be injured.


Use extra care when driving on slippery surfaces.


Come to a full stop before you shift into Reverse. You can damage the transmission by trying to shift into Reverse with the vehicle moving. Push down the clutch pedal, and pause for a few seconds before shifting into Reverse, or shift into one of the forward gears for a moment. This stops the gears so they won’t ‘‘grind.’’


When slowing down, you can get extra braking from the engine by shifting to a lower gear. This extra braking can help you maintain a safe speed and prevent your brakes from overheating while going down a steep hill. Before downshifting, make sure engine speed will not go into the tachometer’s red zone in the lower gear.


). When shifting up or down,


The manual transmission is synchronized in all forward gears for smooth operation. It has a lockout so you cannot shift directly from Fifth to Reverse instead of Sixth (see page 115
make sure you push the clutch pedal down all the way, shift to the next gear, and let the pedal up gradually. When you are not shifting, do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal. This can cause your clutch to wear out faster.


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6-speed Manual Transmission


Recommended Shift Points Drive in the highest gear that lets the engine run and accelerate smoothly. This will give you good fuel economy and effective emissions control. The following shift points are recommended:


Shift Up


Normal Acceleration


1st to 2nd 2nd to 3rd 3rd to 4th 4th to 5th 5th to 6th


15 mph (24 km/h) 25 mph (40 km/h) 40 mph (64 km/h) 47 mph (75 km/h) 52 mph (83 km/h)


Engine Speed Limiter If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in, the engine speed will enter into the tachometer’s red zone. If this occurs, you may feel the engine cut in and out. This is caused by a limiter in the engine’s computer controls. The engine will run normally when you reduce the RPM below the red zone.


Before downshifting, make sure the engine will not go into the tachometer’s red zone.


Reverse Lockout


The 6-speed manual transmission has a lockout so you cannot accidentally shift from Fifth to Reverse instead of Sixth.


With the clutch pedal pressed, move the shift lever to the Reverse side of the Neutral gate. Then push the shift lever down, and shift to Reverse.


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Parking, Braking System


Parking Always use the parking brake when you park your vehicle. Make sure the parking brake is set firmly or your vehicle may roll if it is on an incline.


Parking Tips


Make sure the convertible top and windows are closed.


Turn off the lights.


Place any packages, valuables, etc., in the trunk or take them with you.


Lock the doors.


Never park over dry leaves, tall grass, or other flammable materials. The hot three way catalytic converter could cause these materials to catch on fire.


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If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn the front wheels away from the curb, and put the transmission in first gear.


If the vehicle is facing downhill, turn the front wheels toward the curb, and put the transmission in reverse gear.


Make sure the parking brake is fully released before driving away. Driving with the parking brake partially set can overheat or damage the rear brakes.


Braking System Your Honda is equipped with disc brakes at all four wheels. A power assist helps reduce the effort needed on the brake pedal. The ABS helps you retain steering control when braking very hard.

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