2007 Honda S2000 Owners Manual

Set the temperature to the lower limit. 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 53
turn off the A/C until the gauge reading returns to normal.

). If it moves near the red zone,

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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 is set to maximum cool. 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.

Main MenuTable of Contentsst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 and can prevent the windows from fogging up.

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4.

5.

mode and turns on the A/C. Adjust the temperature so the airflow feels warm. Select rear window. To increase airflow to the windshield, close the corner vents.

to help clear the

1. 2. 3. 4.

Turn the fan on. Turn on the air conditioning. Select Adjust the temperature 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:

or

When you select the system automatically turns on the A/C. This helps to dehumidify the air and to defog the windshield. In either mode, you cannot turn off the A/C.

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

, the A/C stays on.

To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice From the Windows

1.

2.

Set the fan to the desired speed, or high for faster defrosting. Select . The system automatically switches to fresh air

1.

2.

. The system

Select automatically switches to fresh air mode and turns on the A/C. Select

Vents, Heating, and A/C

3.

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 fresh air mode to avoid fogging the windows.

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

To Turn Everything Off Push the fan control level down until the indicator goes off. A lack of airflow can cause the windows to fog up. You should keep the fan on at all times so stale air and moisture do not build up in the interior and cause fogging.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstPlaying the AM/FM Radio

U.S. model

Canadian model

AUTO SELECT INDICATOR

AUTO SELECT INDICATOR

AM/FM BUTTON

STEREO INDICATOR

AM/FM BUTTON

STEREO INDICATOR

SEEK BAR

SCAN INDICATOR SCAN BUTTON

SCAN INDICATOR

SCAN BUTTON

PRESET BUTTONS

TUNE KNOB

PRESET BUTTONS

TUNE KNOB

PWR/VOL KNOB

AUTO SELECT BUTTON

SEEK BAR

AUTO SELECT BUTTON

PWR/VOL KNOB

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstTo Play the Radio The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or the 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 in AM is not available.

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

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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.

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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

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SCAN The scan function 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.

Playing the AM/FM Radio

Each preset button

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PRESET (1
and two stations on FM.

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6) can store one station on AM,

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2.

3.

4.

Select the desired band, AM or FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store twelve stations.

Use the tune, seek, or scan function to tune the radio to a desired station.

Pick a preset number (1
hold it until you hear a beep.

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6), and

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

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

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstTurn the knob to adjust the setting. When the level reaches the center, you will see a ‘‘C’’ in the display. The system will return to the audio display in about 5 seconds.

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.

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Playing the AM/FM Radio

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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 that preset button.

,pressthe

Toturnoffautoselect A. SEL (auto select) button. This restores the presets you originally set.

Adjusting the Sound BAL to-side strength of the sound.

Adjusts the balance, or side-

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FAD front-to-back strength of the sound.

Adjusts the fader, or the

TRE − sound.

BAS − sound.

Adjusts the treble in the

Adjusts the bass in the

If you do not like the stations auto select has stored, you can store other frequencies on the preset buttons as previously described.

Press the SOUND/MODE (TUNE) knob repeatedly to display the bass (BAS), treble (TRE), fader (FAD), and balance (BAL) setting.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstRadio Frequencies The radio can receive the complete AM and FM bands. Those bands cover these frequen- cies:

AM band: 530 to 1,710 kHz FM band: 87.7 to 107.9 MHz

Radio stations on the AM band are assigned frequencies at least 10 kHz apart (530, 540, 550). Stations on the FM band are assigned frequencies at least 0.2 MHz 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 the radio receives stations is dependent on many factors, such as the distance from the station’s transmitter, nearby large objects, and atmospheric 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.

AM/FM Radio Reception

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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Main MenuTable of ContentsstAM/FM 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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Main MenuTable of ContentsstOptionalonU.S.models NotavailableonCanadianmodels Your vehicle 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.

Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Optional on U.S. Models)

AM/FM BUTTON

TUNE KNOB

CD/XM BUTTON

SCAN BUTTON

POWER/VOLUME KNOB

PRESET BUTTONS

MORE BUTTON

CATEGORY BAR

DISPLAY/MODE BUTTON

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstPlaying the XM Satellite Radio (Optional on U.S. Models)

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

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DISPLAY/MODE Each time the DISP button is pressed and released, the display information changes in the following sequence: channel name, channel number, category, artist 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. 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 selected category.

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Expands the display to

MORE show the 6 remaining letters beyond the first 10 letters in an artist’s name or song title. The system is set up so only 16 letters can be displayed for

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any title or name. Press MORE to view the next 6 letters. The system will return to the original display after 8 seconds.

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TUNE Turn the TUNE knob left to go down the channels 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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The scan function gives

SCAN you a sampling of all channels while in the channel mode. In the category mode, only the channels 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.

Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Optional on U.S. Models)

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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 through 3 to store the first six channels.

To store a channel: 1.

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

5.

Press the CD/XM 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 buttons to tune to a desired channel.

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

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

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

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstPlaying the XM Satellite Radio (Optional on U.S. Models)

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

Signal is weaker in these areas.

The XM satellites are in orbit over the equator; therefore, objects south of the vehicle may cause satellite reception interruptions. To help compensate for this, ground-based repeaters are placed in major metropolitan areas.

Satellite signals are more likely to be blocked by tall buildings and mountains the farther north you travel from the equator.

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GROUND REPEATER

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

Driving on the south side of an east/west mountain road.

Driving on the north side of a large commercial truck on an east/west road.

Driving in tunnels.

Driving on a road beside a vertical wall, steep cliff, or hill to the south of you.

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

Driving on a single lane road alongside dense trees taller than 50 ft. (15 m) to the south of you.

Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Optional on U.S. Models)

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

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 the ON (II) position, push the PWR/VOL knob to turn on the audio system, and press the CD/XM 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 Satellite Radio mode while you wait for activation. This should take about 30 minutes.

While waiting for activation, make sure your vehicle remains in an open area with good reception. Once your audio system is activated, ‘‘category’’ or ‘‘CH’’ 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 at least 12 hours from the activation request. If the service has not been activated after 36 hours, contact XM Radio.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstPlaying a CD

U.S. model

Canadian model

CD BUTTON

CD SLOT

EJECT BUTTON

CD BUTTON

CD SLOT

EJECT BUTTON

REPEAT BUTTON

REPEAT BUTTON

SEEK/SKIP BAR

RANDOM BUTTON

SEEK/SKIP BAR

RANDOM BUTTON

PWR/VOL KNOB

PWR/VOL KNOB

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstTo Play a CD To load or play CDs, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON(II) position.

You operate the CD player with the same controls used for the radio. To select the CD player, press the CD button. The number of the track playing is shown in the display. The system will continuously play a CD until you change modes.

Insert a CD about halfway into the CD slot. The drive will pull the CD in the rest of the way and begin to play it. When the system reaches the end of the disc, it will return to the beginning and play the disc again.

Do not use discs with adhesive labels. The label can curl up and cause the disc to jam in the unit.

To play the radio when a CD is playing, press the AM/FM button. Press the CD button again to switch back to the CD player.

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

Playing a CD

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side of the skip bar,

Each time you press and

To Change or Select Tracks SKIP release the the player skips forward to the beginning of the next track. Press and release the side of the bar 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

or

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To move rapidly within a

SEEK track, press and hold the SEEK/ SKIP bar. Press and hold to move forward. Press and hold

to move backward. Release the

bar when the system reaches the point you want.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstPlaying a CD, CD Changer

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To continuously replay

REPEAT a track, press and release the RPT button. You will see RPT in the display. Press it again to turn it off.

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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. Press it again to return to normal play.

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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.

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

Operating the Optional CD Changer An optional six disc CD changer is available for your vehicle. This CD changer uses the same controls used for the in-dash CD player.

Load the desired CDs into the magazine, and load the magazine into the changer according to the instructions that came with the unit.

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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Main MenuTable of ContentsstProtecting Your CDs GeneralInformation

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 system.

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.

ProtectingCDs 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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Main MenuTable of ContentsstCD Player Error Messages

The chart on the right explains the error messages you may see in the display while playing a disc.

If you see an error message in the display while playing a disc, press the eject button. After ejecting the disc, check it for damage or deformation. If there is no damage, insert the disc again.

The audio system will try to play the disc. If there is still a problem, the error message will reappear. Press the eject button, and pull out the disc.

Insert a different disc. If the new disc plays, there is a problem with the first disc. If the error message cycle repeats and you cannot clear it, take your vehicle to a dealer.

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CD Player Error Messages

Error Message

Cause

Solution

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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 message does not disappear after the CD is ejected, see your dealer. Do not try to force the disc out of the player. Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstCD Changer Error Messages

The chart on the right explains the error messages you may see in the display while playing a disc.

If you see an error message in the display while playing a disc, press the eject button. After ejecting the disc, check it for damage or deformation. If there is no damage, insert the disc again.

The audio system will try to play the disc. If there is still a problem, the error message will reappear. Press the eject button, and pull out the disc.

Insert a different disc. If the new disc plays, there is a problem with the first disc. If the error message cycle repeats and you cannot clear it, take your vehicle to a dealer.

Error Message

Cause

Solution

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FOCUS Error

No CD in the CD magazine

Mechanical Error

High temperature

No CD magazine in the CD changer

Press the magazine eject button, pull out the magazine, and check for an error message. Insert the magazine again. If the error message does not disappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out, see your dealer. Insert CD.

Press the magazine eject button, and pull it out. Check for an error message, and insert the magazine again. If the error message does not disappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out, see your dealer. Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal. Insert CD magazine.

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Main MenuTable of Contentsstare listening to. You will see the number of the selected preset button 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 non-Honda system.

Remote Audio Controls

AUDIO CONTROL BUTTON

CHANNEL BUTTON

MUTE BUTTON

VOLUME BAR

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 bar to adjust the volume. Push ＋ volume and to decrease it. Hold − the lever until the volume reaches the desired level, then release it.

to increase the

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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 FM1, FM2, AM, CD (if a CD is loaded), CD changer (if you have the optional CD changer), or XM1 and 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

Main MenuTable of Contentsst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 and serial numbers. 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 dealer. To do this, you will need the system’s serial number.

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’’ (U.S. model) or ‘‘Code’’ (Canadian model) in the frequency display the next time you turn on the system. Use the preset buttons to enter the five-digit code. The code is on the radio code card included in your owner’s manual kit. When 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 10 tries to enter the correct code. If you are unsuccessful in 10 attempts, you must then leave the system on for 1
hour before trying again.

Radio Theft Protection

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.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstUsing the Cruise Control

CANCEL BUTTON

RESUME/accel

CRUISE BUTTON

1.

Push in the CRUISE button. The indicator over the button comes on.

3.

2.

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

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

Cruise Control

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

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Main MenuTable of Contentsst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 indicator on the instrument panel will come back on.

Cruise Control

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 the speed in very small amounts, tap the RESUME/ accel button. Each time you do this, your vehicle speeds 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 goes out. When the vehicle slows to the desired speed, press the SET/ decel button.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstCruise Control

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 causes the cruise control to cancel.

Canceling Cruise Control You can cancel cruise control in any of these ways:

Tap the brake or clutch pedal.

Push the CANCEL button on the steering wheel.

Push the CRUISE button.

Resuming the Set Speed When you push the CANCEL button, or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the system will remember the previously set cruising speed. To return to that speed, accelerate to above 25 mph (40 km/h), 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 button turns the system off and erases the previous cruising speed.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstBefore Driving

Before you begin driving your vehicle, 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.

Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation Service Station Procedures

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Refueling Opening and Closing the

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Oil Check Engine Coolant Check

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Fuel Economy . 114
Accessories and Modifications . 115
Carrying Cargo . 117

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Main MenustBreak-in Period, Fuel Recommendation

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.

Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time.

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

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

Fuel Recommendation Your vehicle is designed to operate on premium 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. Use of a gasoline with a pump octane number less than 87 can lead to engine damage. We recommend quality gasoline containing detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits.

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 dealer for service.

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% ethanol by volume and up to 15% 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.

For further important fuel-related information, please refer to your Quick Start Guide

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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 flame away. Handle fuel only outdoors. Wipe up spills immediately.

FUEL FILL CAP

Service Station Procedures

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.

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 vapor from going into the atmosphere. Try filling at another pump. If this does not fix the problem, consult your dealer.

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5.

Screw the fuel fill cap back on until it clicks at least once. If you do not properly tighten the cap, the malfunction indicator lamp may come on (see page will also see a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message on the information display.

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Opening and Closing the Hood

RELEASE HANDLE

6.

Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches.

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1.

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.

2.

Put your fingers under the front edge of the hood near the center. Slide your hand to the left until you feel the hood latch handle. Push this handle to the left to release the hood. Lift up 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.

Main MenuTable of ContentsstGRIP

DIPSTICK

Oil Check

Service Station Procedures

SUPPORT ROD

CLIP

3.

Holding the grip, pull the support rod out of its clip. Insert the end into the designated hole in the hood.

To close the hood, 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.

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

1.

Remove the dipstick (black handle).

2.

Wipe off the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel.

3.

Insert the dipstick all the way back into its hole.

UPPER MARK

LOWER MARK

4.

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

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Adding Engine Oil

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstTry to maintain a constant speed. Everytimeyouslowdownand speed up, your vehicle uses extra fuel. Use cruise control when 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.

Service Station Procedures, Fuel Economy

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 149
information on adding the proper coolant.

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Owner’s Maintenance on page

Refer to Checks for information about checking other items on your vehicle.

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Fuel Economy ImprovingFuelEconomy

Always maintain your vehicle according to the maintenance messages displayed on the information display. See Maintenance Checks 141

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

Main MenuTable of ContentsstModifying your vehicle, or installing some non-Honda accessories, can make it unsafe. Before you make any modifications or add any accessories, be sure to read the 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.

Although non-Honda accessories may fit on your vehicle, they may not meet factory specifications, and could adversely affect your vehicle’s handling and stability.

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.

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 your airbags and anti-lock brakes.

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 the proper operation of your vehicle.

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Before installing any electronic accessory, have the installer contact your dealer. If possible, have your dealer inspect the final installation.

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

Modifying your steering wheel or any other part of your vehicle’s safety systems could make the systems ineffective.

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

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

Here are some examples:

Lowering the vehicle with a non- Honda 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 a non-Honda suspension kit can affect the handling and stability.

Non-Honda wheels can cause excessive stress on suspension components.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstUPPER AND LOWER CONSOLE COMPARTMENTS

DOOR POCKETS

TRUNK

SEAT-BACK POCKET

CONSOLE SIDE NET

DASHBOARD LOWER POCKET

Carrying Cargo

Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas:

Upper and lower console compartments

Dashboard lower pocket

Door pockets

Console side net

Seat-back pocket

Trunk

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

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Load Limits The maximum load for your vehicle is 400 lbs (181 kg) for U.S. vehicles, and 185 kg for Canadian vehicles. This figure includes the total weight of all occupants, cargo, and accessories.

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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Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit:

4.

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2.

3.

Locate the statement, ‘‘the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 400
lbs’’ on your vehicle’s placard. [The placard is on the driver’s doorjamb.]

Determine the combined weight of the driver and passenger that will be riding in your vehicle.

Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passenger from 400
lbs.

The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the maximum load is 400 lbs and there will be two 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 100 lbs. 150) = 100 lbs.] [400

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5.

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

In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants, accessories and cargo must not exceed the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or the gross axle weight rating (GAWR). Both are on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.

Main MenuTable of Contentsst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 front seats cannot roll under the seats and interfere with the driver’s ability to operate the pedals, the proper operation of the seats, or proper operation of the sensors under the seats.

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Main MenuTable of Contentsst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.

Driving

Driving Guidelines Preparing to Drive Starting the Engine Manual Transmission Parking Braking System Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)

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Main MenustBecause of the low-profile tires fitted to your vehicle, the alloy wheels are closer to the ground. Driving over a pothole or road debris at too high a speed can seriously damage a wheel. Slow down under these conditions.

Driving Guidelines

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

9.

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

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Youshoulddothefollowingchecks