lights HONDA PASSPORT 2002 2.G User Guide

75Instruments and Controls
Turn Signal Lever
Push the lever fully up to signal a
right turn. Push it fully down to
signal a left turn. Lights on the
front and rear of the vehicle will
flash.
The turn signal will cancel itself as
the turn is completed. In some
driving maneuvers, such as
changing lanes on an expressway,the steering wheel is not turned
back sufficiently after completing
the turn to automatically cancel the
turn signal. In such maneuvers the
driver should manually return the
lever to the neutral or canceled
position when the turn is
completed.
Lane Change Signal
In some turns, such as changing
lanes, the steering wheel is not
turned far enough to cancel the
turn signal. For convenience, you
can flash the turn signal by
moving the lever part way (to the
first stop) and holding it there.
The lever will return to the
horizontal position when you
release it.
A green light on the instrument
panel flashes to indicate proper
operation of the front and rear
turn signal lights. If the green
light remains on, but does not
flash, check for defective bulbs
If the green light does not light
when the lever is moved, check
the fuse and indicator bulb.

76Instruments and Controls
Hazard Warning Flasher
Push the button to turn on the
hazard warning lights (four-way
flashers). All four outside turn
signal lights and both indicators in
the instrument panel will flash.
Push the button again to turn them
off.
The turn signals do not work
when the hazard warning lights
are on.
Use the hazard warning lights to
warn other drivers that your
vehicle is a potential road hazard.
Avoid stopping on the roadway if
possible.
Cruise Control
Refer to page 147 for operation of
this system.
The shift lever position indicator
is in the instrument panel. The
appropriate letter or number
illuminates to show what position
the shift lever is in.
The 4-speed automatic
transmission shift lever is
arranged with “P” (Park) position
at one end, followed in sequence
by “R” (Reverse), “N” (Neutral)
Automatic Transmission

81Instruments and Controls
Shifting the Transfer Control
Lever
4H
↔ 4L: Stop the vehicle. Place
the transmission lever in
“N” (Neutral) position.
Then move the transfer
control lever from 4H to
4L, or 4L to 4H.
Move the transfer control lever
quickly and securely between
positions. Do not stop midway.
The transfer gear box can be
damaged if the control lever is not
firmly in gear. Some noise is
normal when shifting.
Always stop the vehicle before
shifting between low and high
range (4H
4L or 4L
4H).
If the 4WD indicator continues to
blink rapidly, it indicates that the
system was shifted out of
sequence. Stop the vehicle, select
4WD with the 4WD-2WD switch, shift the lever from 4L to 4H, then
select 2WD. Drive in a straight
line to reset the system. If the
indicator continues to blink, see
your Honda dealer.
Do not use 4-wheel drive for
driving on dry pavement. This
causes noise and wear, and taking
tight turns can damage the
transfer case and driveshafts. It
also reduces fuel economy.
Be careful that you do not exceed
the following maximum allowable
speeds when accelerating.
mph (km/h)
RangeAutomatic TransmissionRange“L”“2”“3”
“2H”35 (56)65
(105)–
“4H”35 (56)65
(105)65
(105)
“4L”15 (24)30 (48)50 (81)
Driving Pattern Selector
You can select a driving pattern
suitable for existing driving
conditions.
When neither “POWER” nor
“
WINTER” lights are illuminated,
the normal driving program for
general driving conditions is
operative.

83Instruments and Controls
The transmission has five fully
synchronized forward speeds. The
gear shift pattern is provided on
the transmission lever knob. The
backup lights turn on when
shifted into the reverse gear.
Driving Tips
Always depress and release the
clutch pedal fully when shifting.
Do not rest your foot on the clutch
pedal while driving; this can
cause the clutch to slip, resulting
in damage to the clutch.
When you are stopped on an
upgrade, do not hold the vehicle
in place by letting the clutch pedal
up part-way. Use the foot brake or
the parking brake.
Never shift into reverse gear until
the vehicle is completely stopped.
Do not
“over-speed ” the engine
when shifting down to a lower gear.
The shift lever cannot be shifted
directly from fifth gear into
Reverse. When shifting into
Reverse gear from fifth gear,
depress the clutch pedal and shift
completely into Neutral position,
then shift into Reverse gear.
5-Speed Manual Transmission

MANUAL TRANSMISSION SHIFT SPEED CHART
Transmission Type
5-Speed Manual First to
Second Second to
Third Third to
Fourth Fourth to
Fifth
15 mph
(25 km/h) 25 mph
(40 km/h) 40 mph
(65 km/h) 45 mph
(70 km/h)
84Instruments and Controls
Shift Speed Chart
The lower gears of the
transmission are used for normal
acceleration of the vehicle to the
desired cruising speed. The
highest gear of the transmission is
used to maintain the desired
speed. The fifth gear is
recommended for use in
maintaining highway cruising
speeds. Use of the fifth gear in
city traffic is not recommended.
The shift speed chart shows the
speeds at which each upshift of
the transmission should be made
to get the best vehicle
performance and fuel economy. For cruising, choose the highest
gear for that speed (cruising speed
is defined as a relatively constant
speed operation).
The upshift indicator (
U/S) lights
to show recommended upshift
points. (Refer to “Indicator
Lights.”)
If the engine is “lugging” (the
speed you are traveling at is too
slow for the gear the transmission
is in), downshift to the next lower
gear. You may need to downshift
two or more gear positions to
keep the engine from “lugging” or
to keep the performance at a
satisfactory level.
Transfer Control
4WD Models
The “4WD” indicator light
illuminates when 4WD is engaged
with the 4WD-2WD switch.
“2H” (High Range, 2-Wheel
Drive)
Use this for normal driving on dry
pavement. This position gives
greater economy, quieter ride and
least drivetrain wear.

99Interior Features
Keys and Ignition
100
. . . . . . . . .
Steering Column Lock/
Ignition Switch101 . . . . . . .
LOCK101
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
ACC101
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ON101
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
START101
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Key Removal102 . . . . . . . . . .
Key Reminder102 . . . . . . . . .
Guard Against Theft102 . . . .
Locks103 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Door Locks104 . . . . . .
Child-Safe Door Locks105 . .
Mirrors105 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interior Mirror105 . . . . . . . . .
Power Mirrors105 . . . . . . . . .
Vanity Mirrors106 . . . . . . . . . Power Windows107
. . . . . . . . . .
Checking the Circuit
Breaker108 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tailgate 108 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation108 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hood Release109 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interior Lights110 . . . . . . . . . . .
Luggage Light110 . . . . . . . . .
Dome Light111 . . . . . . . . . . .
Courtesy Lights112 . . . . . . . .
Map Lights112 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Moonroof112 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Conveniences113
. . . . . . . . . . . .
Beverage Holder 113 . . . . . . .
Sun Visor114 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Glove Box114 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Assist Grip115 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Horn Button115 . . . . . . . . . . .
Tilt Steering Wheel 115 . . . . .
Cigarette Lighter116 . . . . . . .
Ashtrays116 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessory Power Outlets117 .
Interior Features

105Interior Features
Child-Safe Door Locks
The rear doors can be locked to
prevent children from opening the
door from the inside.
FREE
LOCK
This is done by depressing the
lever shown in the illustration. To
disengage the lock, open the door
from the outside and raise the
lever.
Interior Mirror
To adjust, move the mirror right
or left and up or down.
Pull the lever to switch the mirror
to night operation. This reduces
the glare from the headlights of
following vehicles.
NIGHT
DAY
Power Mirrors
Adjust the outside mirrors with
the adjustment switch on the
dashboard.
SELECTOR
SWITCH
ADJUSTMENT
SWITCH
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
2. Move the selector switch to L (driver ’ s side) or R
(passenger ’ s side).
Mirrors

11 0Interior Features
3. Raise the hood, and hold it
open with the hood support
rod in the hole on the right
side of the hood.
To Close
1. Lift the hood slightly to
remove tension from the
support rod.
2. Place the support rod in itsretaining clip and lower the
hood.
Make sure the hood is latched
securely before beginning to
drive.
Luggage Light
The cargo compartment light
switch is built into the light
housing.
ON DOOR
OFF
The switch has three positions:
ON — Light turns on and remains
on regardless of tailgate opening.
DOOR — Light turns on when
the hatch glass is opened.
Interior Lights

switch. To close the moonroof, push
the OPEN/CLOSE switch forward.
11 2Interior Features
Courtesy Lights
There is a courtesy light in each
front door panel. Both courtesy
lights come on when any door is
opened.
Map Lights
The map lights are in the bottom
of the rear view mirror. To turn on
a light, push the switch.
EX and EX-L models only
OPEN
CLOSE
TILT SWITCH
The moonroof has two positions:
it can be tilted up in the back for
ventilation, or it can be slid back
into the roof. Use the switches
above the rear view mirror to
operate the moonroof. The
ignition must be
ON.
To tilt up the back of the
moonroof, push the
Moonroof

FACEFOOT
DEFROST
FOOT/DEFROST
AIR SELECTOR KNOB
BI-LEVEL
AIR-SOURCE
OUTSIDE AIR
FAN CONTROL LEVER
AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON
TEMPERATURE
SELECTOR LEVER
USE BI-LEVEL IN THIS
RANGE FOR COOL
UPPER LEVEL AIR AND
WARM FLOOR LEVEL AIR
CONTROL KNOB
RECIRCULATED AIR
120Comfort and Convenience Features This system combines heating and
cooling capabilities for comfort in
all weather conditions.
During air conditioning operation,
slight increases and decreases in
engine speed/power may be
noticed. This is normal, as the
system is designed to cycle the
compressor
ON and OFF to
maintain desired cooling. The
reduced compressor operation
should benefit fuel economy.
Air Conditioning Switch
Push this switch to operate the air
conditioning system. The light-
emitting diode in this switch lights
to show the system is operating.
To turn off the air conditioning,
push this switch in again.
Air conditioning will not operate
without the fan control lever in
one of the “
ON” positions.
Heating and Cooling