CD player HONDA ACCORD 2003 CL7 / 7.G User Guide

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The cassette system f eatures Dolby
noise reduction, automatic sensing of
chromium-dioxide (CrO ) tape, and
auto-reverse f or continuous play.
To operate the cassette player, the
ignition switch must be in
ACCESSORY(I) or ON(II). Make
sure the tape opening on the cassette
is f acing to the right, then insert the
cassette most of the way into the slot.
The system will pull it in the rest of
the way, and begin to play.
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Dolby noise reduction manuf actured under
license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpo-
ration. ‘‘DOLBY’’ and the double-D symbol
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories
Licensing Corporation.
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Operating the Cassette Player
(Optional)
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RPT
BUTTON
CD/AUX
BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR
RPT INDICATOR
PWR/VOL KNOB
SEEK/SKIP BAR
PRESET BARS
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The tape direction indicator will light
to show you which side of the
cassette is playing. The indicates
thesideyouinsertedfacingupward
is now playing. If you want to play
the other side, press the Preset 3
(PLAY/PROG) side of the preset
bar. Dolby noise reduction turns on when
you insert a cassette. The indi-
cator will light in the display. If the
tape was not recorded with Dolby
noise reduction, turn it of f by
pressing the Preset 4 (NR) side of
the preset bar.
Noise reduction remains of f until you
turn it on by pressing the button
again.If you turn the system of f while a
tape is playing, either with the PWR/
VOL knob or by turning of f the
ignition, the cassette will remain in
the drive. When you turn the system
back on, the cassette player will be in
pause mode. To begin playing, press
thePreset3(PLAY/PROG)sideof
the preset bar.
When the system reaches the end of
the tape, it will automatically reverse
direction and play the other side. If
you want to remove the cassette
from the drive, press the eject button
on the cassette player. To switch to the radio or CD player
while a tape is playing, press the
AM/FM, or CD/AUX button. To
change back to the cassette player,
push the CD/AUX button.
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µThe Repeat f unction
continuously replays the current
song or passage. Press the RPT
button to activate it; you will see RPT
displayed as a reminder. When the
system reaches the end of the song
or passage currently playing, it will
automatically go into rewind. When
it senses the beginning of the same
song or passage, the system returns
to PLAY mode. It will continue to
repeat this same program until you
deactivate REPEAT by pressing the
button again. The SKIP and REPEAT f unctions
use silent periods on the tape to f ind
the end of a song or passage. These
f eatures may not work to your
satisfaction if there is almost no gap
between selections, a high noise
level between selections, or a silent
period in the middle of a selection.
Damaged cassettes can jam inside
the drive or cause other problems.
See page for information on
cassette care and protection.
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Caring f or the Cassette Player
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Your Honda’s audio system has an
in-dash CD changer that holds up to
six discs, providing several hours of
continuous entertainment. You
operate this CD changer with the
same controls used f or the radio.
To load CDs or operate the CD
changer, the ignition switch must be
in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II).
Load and play only standard round
discs. Odd-shaped CDs may jam in
the drive or cause other problems.
You cannot load and play 3-inch
(8-cm)discsinthissystem.
For best results when using CD-R
discs, use only high quality discs
labeled f or audio use. When
recording a CD-R, the recording
must be closed in order f or the disc
to be used by CD players. CD-RW
discs will not work in this unit.
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Operating the CD Changer
Audio System
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LOAD BUTTON
CD/AUX
BUTTON
PWR/VOL KNOB
CD LOAD
INDICATOR
UPPER DISPLAY
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Never try to insert f oreign objects in
the CD player or the magazine.
A new CD may be rough on the
inner and outer edges. The small
plastic pieces causing this roughness
can f lake of f and f all on the re-
cording surf ace of the disc, causing
skipping or other problems. Remove
these pieces by rubbing the inner
and outer edges with the side of a
pencil or pen.
To clean a disc, use a clean sof t cloth.
Wipe across the disc f rom the center
to the outside edge.
When a CD is not being played, store
it in its case to protect it f rom dust
and other contamination. To prevent
warpage, keep CDs out of direct
sunlight and extreme heat.
Handle a CD by its edges; never
touch either surf ace. Do not place
stabilizer rings or labels on the CD.
These, along with contamination
f rom f ingerprints, liquids, and f elt-tip
pens, can cause the CD to not play
properly, or possibly jam in the drive.
Protecting Compact Discs
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The cassette system f eatures Dolby
noise reduction, automatic sensing of
chromium-dioxide (CrO ) tape, and
auto-reverse f or continuous play.
To operate the cassette player, the
ignition switch must be in
ACCESSORY(I) or ON(II). Make
sure the tape opening on the cassette
is f acing to the right, then insert the
cassette most of the way into the slot.
The system will pull it in the rest of
the way, and begin to play.
2
Dolby noise reduction manuf actured under
license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpo-
ration. ‘‘DOLBY’’ and the double-D symbol
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories
Licensing Corporation.
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Operating the Cassette Player
(Optional)
Audio System
Comf ort and Convenience Feat ures187
PWR/VOL KNOB
CD/AUX
BUTTON TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR
RPT INDICATOR
SEEK/SKIP
BAR
AM/FM
BUTTON
CH/DISC
BAR
RPT ICON NR ICON
PROG ICON AUDIO
DISPLAY
BUTTON
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The tape direction indicator will light
to show you which side of the
cassette is playing. The indicates
thesideyouinsertedfacingupward
is now playing. If you want to play
the other side, push the AUDIO
DISPLAY button to change to the
audio display, and touch the PROG
icon. Dolby noise reduction turns on when
you insert a cassette. If the tape was
not recorded with Dolby noise reduc-
tion, push the AUDIO DISPLAY
button to change to the audio display,
and turn it of f by touching the NR
icon on the display.
Noise reduction remains of f until you
turn it on by pressing the icon again.
When the system reaches the end of
the tape, it will automatically reverse
direction and play the other side. If
you want to remove the cassette
from the drive, press the eject button
on the cassette player.If you turn the system of f while a
tape is playing, either with the PWR/
VOL knob or by turning of f the
ignition, the cassette will remain in
the drive. When you turn the system
back on, the cassette player will be in
pause mode. To begin playing, push
the AUDIO DISPLAY button to
change to the audio display, and
touch the PROG icon.
To switch to the radio or CD player
while a tape is playing, press the
AM/FM, or CD/AUX button. To
change back to the cassette player,
push the CD/AUX button.
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The cassette player picks up dirt and
oxides f rom the tape. This contami-
nation builds up over time and
causes the sound quality to degrade.
To prevent this, you should clean the
player af ter every 30 hours of use.
Your dealer has a cleaning kit
available.
If you do not clean the cassette
player regularly, it may eventually
become impossible to remove the
contamination with a normal
cleaning kit.
Use 100-minute or shorter cassettes.
Cassettes longer than that use
thinner tape that may break or jam
the drive.Look at the cassette before you
insert it. If the tape is loose, tighten
it by turning a hub with a pencil or
your f inger.
If the label is peeling of f , remove it
from the cassette or it could cause
the cassette to jam in the player.
Never try to insert a warped or
damaged cassette in the player.
When they are not in use, store
cassettes in their cases to protect
them f rom dust and moisture. Never
place cassettes where they will be
exposed to direct sunlight, high heat,
or high humidity. If a cassette is
exposed to extreme heat or cold, let
it reach a moderate temperature
bef ore inserting it in the player.
Never try to insert f oreign objects
into the cassette player.If you see the error indication
‘‘ ’’ f lashing on the display,
press the TAPE eject button to
remove the cassette from the unit.
Make sure the tape is not damaged.
If the cassette will not eject or the
error indication stays on after the
cassette ejects, take the car to your
Honda dealer.
If you see the error indication
‘‘ ’’ on the upper display,
press the TAPE eject button to
remove the cassette from the unit.
Make sure the tape is not damaged.
If the cassette will not eject or the
error indication stays on after the
cassette ejects, take the car to your
Honda dealer.
On Audio system with Navigation
System
On Audio systems without Navigation
System and on DX and LX models
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Capacities Chart . 364
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 52
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Carrying Cargo . 214
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CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
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CD Changer . 142, 157, 177
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CD Player . 140
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CD Pocket, Center . 105
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Certif ication Label . 362
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Chains . 308
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Changing a Flat Tire . 335
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Changing Engine Coolant . 275
Changing Oil
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How to . 270
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When to . 250
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Charging System Indicator . 58, 348
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 218
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Childproof Door Locks . 84
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Child Seats . 26
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Tether Anchorage Points . 39
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Cleaner, Air . 286
Cleaning
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Aluminum Wheels . 327
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Carpeting . 328
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Exterior . 326 .........................................
Fabric . 329
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Interior . 328
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Leather . 329
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Seat Belts . 329
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Vinyl . 329
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Window . 330
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Climate Control System . 119
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Clock, Setting the . 139, 156, 174
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Clutch Fluid . 285
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CO in the Exhaust . 372
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Coin Pocket . 105
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Cold Weather, Starting in . 220
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Compact Spare . 334
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Console Compartment . 103
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Consumer Inf ormation . 378
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Controls, Instruments and . 55
Coolant
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Adding . 272
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Checking . 210
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Proper Solution . 267
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Temperature Gauge . 64
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Corrosion Protection . 331
Crankcase Emissions Control
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System . 371
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Cruise Control Operation . 195
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Customer Relations Of f ice . 378 ................
DANGER, Explanation of . ii
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Dashboard . 56
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Daytime Running Lights . 69
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 380
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 72
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Dimensions . 364
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Dimming the Headlights . 68
Dipstick
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Automatic Transmission . 280, 281
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Engine Oil . 208
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Directional Signals . 70
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 229
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Disposal of Used Oil . 272
Doors
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Locking and Unlocking . 78
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 367
Downshif ting, 5-speed Manual
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Transmission . 221
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Drive Belts . 302
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Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
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Driving . 217
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Economy . 211
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In Bad Weather . 235
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In Foreign Countries . 370
Index
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