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This light comes on with the high
beam headlights. See page for
inf ormation on the headlight
controls.This indicator lights when you turn
the ignition switch to ON (II) with
the headlight switch of f and the
parking brake set. It should go of f if
youturnontheheadlightsorrelease
the parking brake. If it comes on at
any other time, it means there is a
problem with the DRL. There may
also be a problem with the high
beam headlights.
The lef t or right turn signal light
blinks when you signal a lane change
or turn. If the light does not blink or
blinks rapidly, it usually means one
of the turn signal bulbs is burned out
(see page ). Replace the bulb as
soon as possible, since other drivers
cannot see that you are signalling.
WhenyouturnontheHazard
Warning switch, both turn signal
lights blink. All turn signals on the
outside of the car should f lash. 75
235Canadian models only
High Beam Indicator ‘‘Daytime Running
Lights’’ Indicator
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
Indicator L ights
Inst rument s and Cont rols64
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This section also includes
Maintenance Schedules f or normal
driving and severe driving conditions,
a Maintenance Record, and instruc-
tions f or simple maintenance tasks
you may want to take care of
yourself .
If you have the skills and tools to per-
f orm more complex maintenance
tasks on your Honda, you may want
to purchase the Service Manual. See
page f or inf ormation on how to
obtain a copy, or see your Honda
dealer. This section explains why it is
important to keep your car well
maintained and how to f ollow basic
maintenance saf ety precautions.......................
Maintenance Saf ety .182
.
Important Safety Precautions . 183
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Maintenance Schedule . 184
...
Required Maintenance Record . 191
.......
Owner Maintenance Checks . 193
..............................
Fluid Locations .194
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Engine Oil .195
..................................
Adding Oil .195
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Recommended Oil .195
..............................
Synthetic Oil .196
....................................
Additives .196
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Changing the Oil and Filter . 197
.............................
Cooling System .199
............
Adding Engine Coolant . 199
.......
Replacing Engine Coolant . 201
....................
Windshield Washers .205
.......................
Transmission Fluid .206
Continuously Variable ............
Transmission (CVT) . 206
5-speed Manual .........................
Transmission .208
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Brake and Clutch Fluid . 209
............................
Brake System .209
...........................
Clutch System .210
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Air Cleaner Element .211
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Hood Latch .212 ....................................
Spark Plugs .213
..............................
Replacement .213
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Specif ications .215
...........................................
Battery .216
.................................
Wiper Blades .219
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Air Conditioning System . 221
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 222
.......................................
Drive Belt .224
...............................................
Tires .225
......................................
Inf lation .225
Recommended Tire Pressures ...........
f or Normal Driving . 226
Tire Pressure Adjustment f or ..........
High Speed Driving . 226
..................................
Inspection .227
..............................
Maintenance .227
.............................
Tire Rotation .228
...
Replacing Tires and Wheels . 229
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Wheels and Tires .230
..........................
Winter Driving .230
.............................
Snow Tires .230
............................
Tire Chains .231
.............................................
Lights .232
.....................
Headlight Aiming .234
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Replacing Bulbs .234
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Storing Your Car .243
303
Maintenance
Maint enance181
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Check the operation of your car’s
exterior lights at least once a month.
A burned out bulb can create an
unsaf e condition by reducing your
car’s visibility and the ability to
signal your intentions to other
drivers.
Lights
Maint enance232
TURN SIGNAL/SIDE MARKERHEADLIGHT
PARKING LIGHT
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Check the f ollowing:
If you f ind any bulbs are burned out,
replace them as soon as possible.
Refer to the chart on page to
determine what type of replacement
bulb is needed.Headlights (low and high beam)
Parking lights
Taillights
Brake lights
High-mount brake light
Turn signals
Back-up lights
Hazard light f unction
License plate lights
Side marker lights
Daytime running lights
(Canadian models)
289
Lights
Maint enance233
STOP/TAILLIGHT/
REAR SIDE MARKER LIGHT TAILLIGHT
HIGH-MOUNT
BRAKE LIGHT
TURN SIGNAL LIGHT BACK-UP LIGHTLICENSE
PLATE LIGHTS
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Open the hood.
Your car has halogen headlight
bulbs, one on each side. When
replacing a bulb, handle it by its steel
base and protect the glass from
contactwithyourskinorhard
objects. If you touch the glass, clean
it with denatured alcohol and a clean
cloth.
Theheadlightswereproperlyaimed
when your car was new. If you
regularly carry heavy items in the
trunk, readjustment may be required.
Adjustment of the headlights should
be perf ormed by a Honda technician
or other qualif ied mechanic.
If you need to change the head-
light bulb on the driver’s side,
remove the holding clip f rom the
stay with a flat-tipped screwdriver,
then remove the upper part of the
washer f luid reservoir tank by
pulling it out.
1.
Replacing a Headlight Bulb
Headlight A iming
Lights
Maint enance234
HOLDING CLIP
Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot
when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch
on the glass can cause the bulb to
overheat and shatter.
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If you are changing the bulb on
the driver’s side, start the engine,
turn the steering wheel all the way
to the right, and turn off the
engine. If you are changing the
bulb on the passenger’s side, turn
the steering wheel to the left.
(Driver’s side) Turn on the headlights to test the
new bulb. Insert the new bulb into the hole,
making sure the tabs are in their
slots. Pivot the hold-down wire
back in place and clip the end into
the slot.
Install the rubber seal over the
back of the headlight assembly.
Make sure it is right side up; it is
marked ‘‘TOP.’’
Remove the electrical connector
f rom the bulb by pulling the
connector straight back.
Remove the rubber weather seal
by pulling on the tab.
Unclip the end of the hold-down
wire f rom its slot. Pivot it out of
the way and remove the bulb. Push the electrical connector onto
the new bulb. Make sure it is
connected securely.
Reinstall the upper part of the
windshield washer reservoir.
Install the holding clip on the stay
and lock it by pushing on the
center of clip.
3.
4. 5.
6.
7.
8.
1.
2.
CONT INUED
Replacing the Front Side Marker/
Turn Signal and Parking L ight
Bulbs
Lights
Maint enance235
BULB WEATHER SEAL
HOLD-DOWN WIRE CONNECTOR
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Use a f lat-tipped screwdriver to
remove the holding clip f rom the
inner f ender.
Pull the inner f ender cover back.Remove the socket from the
headlight assembly by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket.
Push the new bulb straight into
the socket until it bottoms.Insert the socket back into the
headlight assembly. Turn it
clockwise to lock it in place.
Testthelightstomakesurethe
new bulb is working.
Put the inner f ender cover in place.
Install the holding clip. Lock it in
place by pushing on the center.
3. 2. 4.
5.6.
7.
8.
Lights
Maint enance236
HOLDING CLIP
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CONT INUED
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Accessories and Modif ications . 152
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Accessories .152
.
Additional Safety Precautions . 153
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Modif ications .153
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .......................................
Position) .87
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Accessory Power Socket . 103
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Additives, Engine Oil . 196
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Airbag (SRS) .10, 48
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Air Cleaner Element .211
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Air Conditioning System . 108
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Maintenance .221
.........................................
Usage .110
.......................
Air Outlets (Vents) .108
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Air Pressure, Tires .225
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High Speed Driving . 226
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Normal Driving .226
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Alcohol in Gasoline .292
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Antif reeze .199
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...............................
Indicator .62, 177
...................................
Operation .175
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Anti-thef t, Audio System . 137Anti-thef t Steering Column
..............................................
Lock .86
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Appearance Care .245
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Audio System .118
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Auto Idle Stop .163, 171
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Indicator .164, 172
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 46
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Automatic Speed Control . 139
.
Automatic Transmission (CVT) . 166
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Capacity, Fluid .288
...............
Checking Fluid Level . 206
.......................................
Shif ting .167
.
Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 166
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Shif t Lever Positions . 167
....................
Shif t Lock Release . 170
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator .62, 272
............................
Jump Starting .265
.................................
Level Gauge .72
..............................
Maintenance .216
............................
Specif ications .289
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Bef ore Driving .143 ....................................
Belts,Seat .8,45
...........................
Beverage Holder .102
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Body Repairs .253
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 175
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Break-in, New Linings . 144
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Bulb Replacement .237
...........................................
Fluid .209
.......................................
Parking .100
.................
System Indicator . 62,275
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Wear Indicators .174
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Braking System .174
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Break-in, New Car .144
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 77
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Brights, Headlights .75
Index
A
B
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Bulb Replacement..........................
Back-up Lights .238
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Brake Lights .237
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Ceiling Light .241
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Front Parking Lights . 235
........
Front Side Marker Lights . 235
.................................
Headlights .234
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High-mount Brake Light . 238
.................
License Plate Lights . 239
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Rear Side Marker Lights . 237
............................
Specif ications .289
...................................
Spotlights .242
...............................
Trunk Light .240
....................
Turn Signal Lights . 235
..............................
Bulbs, Halogen .234
............................
Capacities Chart .288
.............
Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 54
.............................
Carrying Cargo .154
Cassette Player ............................................
Care .136
...................................
Operation .133
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CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
...................................
CD Changer .129 .......................................
CD Player .127
..................................
Ceiling Light .104
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Certif ication Label .286
............................................
Chains .231
....................
Changing a Flat Tire .257
............
Changing Engine Coolant . 201
Changing Oil ........................................
How to .197
......................................
When to .186
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Charge/Assist Gauge .73
...
Charging System Indicator . 62,272
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 160
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Child Saf ety .22
Child Seats ......
LATCH Anchorage System . 43
...........................
Lower Anchors .43
..........
Tether Anchorage Points . 42
..................
Childproof Door Locks . 92
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Cleaner Element, Air . 211
Cleaning ....................
Aluminum Wheels .248
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Exterior .246
.......................................
Interior .249
...................................
Seat Belts .250
...........................................
Vinyl .250
....................................
Windows .251 .........................
Clock, Setting the .123
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Clutch Fluid .210
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CO in the Exhaust .294
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Cold Weather, Starting in . 161
..............................
Compact Spare .256
...............
Consumer Inf ormation . 300
Continuously Variable ................
Transmission (CVT) . 166
.............
Controls, Instruments and . 57
Coolant ........................................
Adding .199
....................................
Checking .149
.........................
Proper Solution .199
...................................
Replacing .201
...................
Temperature Gauge . 72
....................
Corrosion Protection .252
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .294
............
Cruise Control Operation . 139
.....................
Current Fuel Mileage .70
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Customer Relations Of f ice . 300
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DANGER, Explanation of . ii
...................................
Dashboard .2, 58
Index
C
D
II
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 234..............
Hazard Warning Flashers . 80
Headlights ........................................
Aiming .234
............
Daytime Running Lights . 76
..................
High Beam Indicator . 64
........................
Reminder Beeper .75
........
Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 234
...................................
Turning on .75
..............................
Head Restraints .96
.....................
Heating and Cooling .108
.............
High Altitude, Starting at . 161
.................
High-Low Beam Switch . 75
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High-mount Brake Light . 238
....................................
Hood Latch .212
.......................
Hood, Opening the .146
..................................................
Horn .74
...........................
Hydraulic Clutch .210
.................................
Hydroplaning .179
...
Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 286
Ignition ..............................................
Keys .83
...........................................
Switch .86
............
Timing Control System . 295
5-speed Manual Transmission
...............
Checking Fluid Level . 208
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Shif ting the .162
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Flashers, Hazard Warning . 80
...................
Flat Tire, Changing a . 257
Fluids Automatic Transmission .....................................
(CVT) .206
..........................................
Brake .209
.........................................
Clutch .210
..............
Manual Transmission . 208
..................
Windshield Washer . 205
FM Stereo Radio ...................................
Reception .125
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Foreign Countries, Driving in . 293
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Four-way Flashers .80
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Front Airbags .10, 48
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Fuel .144
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Fill Door and Cap .145
...........................................
Gauge .71
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Octane Requirement . 144
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Oxygenated .292
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Reserve Indicator .65
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Tank, Filling the .145
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Fuses, Checking the .276 ...............
Gas Mileage, Improving . 150
..........................................
Gasohol .292
.........................................
Gasoline .144
...............
Fuel Reserve Indicator . 65
...........................................
Gauge .71
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Octane Requirement . 144
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Tank, Filling the .145
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Gas Station Procedures . 145
Gauges ...
Engine Coolant Temperature . 71
...............................................
Fuel .71
...............................
Speedometer .69
.................................
Tachometer .69
Gearshif t Lever Positions Automatic Transmission .....................................
(CVT) .167
5-speed Manual .........................
Transmission .162
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Glass Cleaning .251
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Glove Box .101
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