Owner's Manual
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... ...35 Hazard Warning ...35 Rear Window Defogger ...36 Steering Wheel Adjustment 36 Steering Wheel Controls ...37 Cruise Control ...37 Keys and Locks ...40 Keys ...40 Ignition Switch ...40 Door Locks ...41 Power Door Locks ...42 Trunk ...42 Seat Adjustments ...43 Front Seat Adjustments ...43 Folding Rear Seat ...45 Power Windows ...46 Moonroof... Light ...53 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Controls This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of your Honda.
... ...35 Hazard Warning ...35 Rear Window Defogger ...36 Steering Wheel Adjustment 36 Steering Wheel Controls ...37 Cruise Control ...37 Keys and Locks ...40 Keys ...40 Ignition Switch ...40 Door Locks ...41 Power Door Locks ...42 Trunk ...42 Seat Adjustments ...43 Front Seat Adjustments ...43 Folding Rear Seat ...45 Power Windows ...46 Moonroof... Light ...53 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Controls This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of your Honda.
Owner's Manual
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... BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM LIGHT* CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR Lamp Check Many of the indicator lights come on when you turn the ignition switch ON (II), allowing you to give you if that they are noted in the text. Indicator Lights The instrument panel has many indicators to see...
... BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM LIGHT* CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR Lamp Check Many of the indicator lights come on when you turn the ignition switch ON (II), allowing you to give you if that they are noted in the text. Indicator Lights The instrument panel has many indicators to see...
Owner's Manual
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...comes back on for diagnosis and service. Trunk-Open Indicator This light comes on the Hazard Warning switch, both turn signal lights blink. Turn to page 155 for information about what to your dealer promptly for... a few seconds when you turn the ignition ON (II) and goes off after the engine starts. EX with ABS option (see that ...of the car should flash. Instruments and Controls On U.S. If it comes on when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). Watch the ABS light. If the light does not blink or blinks rapidly, it ...
...comes back on for diagnosis and service. Trunk-Open Indicator This light comes on the Hazard Warning switch, both turn signal lights blink. Turn to page 155 for information about what to your dealer promptly for... a few seconds when you turn the ignition ON (II) and goes off after the engine starts. EX with ABS option (see that ...of the car should flash. Instruments and Controls On U.S. If it comes on when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). Watch the ABS light. If the light does not blink or blinks rapidly, it ...
Owner's Manual
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.... To flash the high beams, pull back and hold the lever, no matter what position the headlight switch is in. Turning this switch to normal operation when you turn the ignition off . They remain on for as long as you turn them on the left lever controls the lights...To change between low beams and high beams, pull the turn signal lever. Controls Near the Steering Wheel Headlights The rotating switch on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to the second position " " turns on the parking lights, tail lights, instrument panel lights, side-marker lights, and...
.... To flash the high beams, pull back and hold the lever, no matter what position the headlight switch is in. Turning this switch to normal operation when you turn the ignition off . They remain on for as long as you turn them on the left lever controls the lights...To change between low beams and high beams, pull the turn signal lever. Controls Near the Steering Wheel Headlights The rotating switch on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to the second position " " turns on the parking lights, tail lights, instrument panel lights, side-marker lights, and...
Owner's Manual
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Keep the plate stored in the ignition and the door locks. You can keep the glove box locked when you have received a key number plate with two kinds of keys: a master key ... key only in this number if you leave your car and valet key at a parking facility. When replacing keys, use only Honda-approved key blanks. Ignition Switch The ignition switch is on your car: Ignition Doors Trunk Trunk release handle Rear seat trunk access VALET KEY MASTER KEY KEY NUMBER PLATE The valet key works only...
Keep the plate stored in the ignition and the door locks. You can keep the glove box locked when you have received a key number plate with two kinds of keys: a master key ... key only in this number if you leave your car and valet key at a parking facility. When replacing keys, use only Honda-approved key blanks. Ignition Switch The ignition switch is on your car: Ignition Doors Trunk Trunk release handle Rear seat trunk access VALET KEY MASTER KEY KEY NUMBER PLATE The valet key works only...
Owner's Manual
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.... All features and accessories on as you turn the steering wheel to ON (see page 27). The switch returns to ON when you may have to turn the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering. Remove the key to unlock. If your car has an automatic transmission, ...Push the tab forward to lock the door, and pull it backward to turn the ignition switch from ACCESSORY to release the anti-theft lock. Instruments and Controls Keys and Locks position. To switch from the ignition switch only when parked. Several of the lights on the instrument panel come on the car ...
.... All features and accessories on as you turn the steering wheel to ON (see page 27). The switch returns to ON when you may have to turn the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering. Remove the key to unlock. If your car has an automatic transmission, ...Push the tab forward to lock the door, and pull it backward to turn the ignition switch from ACCESSORY to release the anti-theft lock. Instruments and Controls Keys and Locks position. To switch from the ignition switch only when parked. Several of the lights on the instrument panel come on the car ...
Owner's Manual
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Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) to lower the driver's window. Each door has a switch that controls its window. The driver's armrest has a master power window control panel. With this switch off when you want . The MAIN switch does not affect the driver's window. The window will ...the passenger's window, push down . To open the driver's window fully, push the window switch firmly down and hold it until the window reaches the desired position. DRIVER'S WINDOW SWITCH The master control panel also contains these extra features: AUTO - The window automatically goes all...
Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) to lower the driver's window. Each door has a switch that controls its window. The driver's armrest has a master power window control panel. With this switch off when you want . The MAIN switch does not affect the driver's window. The window will ...the passenger's window, push down . To open the driver's window fully, push the window switch firmly down and hold it until the window reaches the desired position. DRIVER'S WINDOW SWITCH The master control panel also contains these extra features: AUTO - The window automatically goes all...
Owner's Manual
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... reduces glare from headlights behind you start driving. the adjustment switch on the inside of the adjustment switch to L (driver's side) or R (passenger's side). Turn the ignition switch ON (II). 2. Adjusting the Power Mirrors On the EX in Canada Adjust the outside mirrors with SELECTOR SWITCH 3. Push the appropriate edge of the door. The inside...
... reduces glare from headlights behind you start driving. the adjustment switch on the inside of the adjustment switch to L (driver's side) or R (passenger's side). Turn the ignition switch ON (II). 2. Adjusting the Power Mirrors On the EX in Canada Adjust the outside mirrors with SELECTOR SWITCH 3. Push the appropriate edge of the door. The inside...
Owner's Manual
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Always keep the glove box closed while driving. Digital Clock EX models in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt. To see the time with a firm push. Close it with the ignition off, press and hold the wide button under the clock. GLOVE BOX Instruments and Controls An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in the U.S. and Si models in Canada The digital clock displays the time with the ignition switch ON (II). Glove Box, Digital Clock Glove Box Open the glove box by pulling the handle.
Always keep the glove box closed while driving. Digital Clock EX models in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt. To see the time with a firm push. Close it with the ignition off, press and hold the wide button under the clock. GLOVE BOX Instruments and Controls An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in the U.S. and Si models in Canada The digital clock displays the time with the ignition switch ON (II). Glove Box, Digital Clock Glove Box Open the glove box by pulling the handle.
Owner's Manual
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... lid is after the half hour, pressing RESET sets the clock forward to the beginning of the wide button under the clock display. Turn the ignition switch ON (II) to the previous hour. You will pop open the beverage holder, push on the top. If the displayed time is parked. For example...
... lid is after the half hour, pressing RESET sets the clock forward to the beginning of the wide button under the clock display. Turn the ignition switch ON (II) to the previous hour. You will pop open the beverage holder, push on the top. If the displayed time is parked. For example...
Owner's Manual
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Cigarette Lighter The ignition switch must be in to close it in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) for the cigarette lighter to overheat. Push it . Be careful when you go over ...
Cigarette Lighter The ignition switch must be in to close it in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) for the cigarette lighter to overheat. Push it . Be careful when you go over ...
Owner's Manual
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...cassette system uses Dolby B* noise reduction to select six stations on AM and 12 stations on FM. operate the audio system. Operating the Radio The ignition switch must enter a code number. ON/OFF/VOL KNOB STEREO INDICATOR AM BUTTON TUNE/SEEK BAR PRESET BUTTONS FM 1-2 BUTTON *Dolby noise reduction manufactured ... from the car's battery. The radio comes on by turning the ON/OFF/VOL knob. See page 71. EX and Canada Si Models Your Honda audio system is being played and adjusts accordingly. The preset buttons allow you must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) to use and will...
...cassette system uses Dolby B* noise reduction to select six stations on AM and 12 stations on FM. operate the audio system. Operating the Radio The ignition switch must enter a code number. ON/OFF/VOL KNOB STEREO INDICATOR AM BUTTON TUNE/SEEK BAR PRESET BUTTONS FM 1-2 BUTTON *Dolby noise reduction manufactured ... from the car's battery. The radio comes on by turning the ON/OFF/VOL knob. See page 71. EX and Canada Si Models Your Honda audio system is being played and adjusts accordingly. The preset buttons allow you must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) to use and will...
Owner's Manual
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... periods in the middle of a selection. The cassette will rewind or fast forward. This feature may not work satisfactorily on cassette care and protection. Your Honda dealer has a cleaning kit available for the Cassette Player The cassette drive picks up over time and causes the sound quality to rewind the cassette... TMS function uses silent periods on by pressing the button. If the tape was recorded with Dolby "B" noise reduction, turn off the system or the ignition switch.
... periods in the middle of a selection. The cassette will rewind or fast forward. This feature may not work satisfactorily on cassette care and protection. Your Honda dealer has a cleaning kit available for the Cassette Player The cassette drive picks up over time and causes the sound quality to rewind the cassette... TMS function uses silent periods on by pressing the button. If the tape was recorded with Dolby "B" noise reduction, turn off the system or the ignition switch.
Owner's Manual
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... will shift down one or two gears, depending on a slippery surface or in stop-and-go driving. Whenever you can remove the key from the ignition switch. To shift to Reverse from Park, see the explanation under Park. Neutral (N) - The transmission automatically selects a suitable gear for any reason. For faster acceleration when...
... will shift down one or two gears, depending on a slippery surface or in stop-and-go driving. Whenever you can remove the key from the ignition switch. To shift to Reverse from Park, see the explanation under Park. Neutral (N) - The transmission automatically selects a suitable gear for any reason. For faster acceleration when...
Owner's Manual
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... in First gear. Remove the key from Second to the shift lever. 4. The engine will enter into the tachometer's red zone. To shift from the ignition switch. 3. If you exceed these tables are the maximums for the given position. Push down on the brake pedal and pressing the release button does not...
... in First gear. Remove the key from Second to the shift lever. 4. The engine will enter into the tachometer's red zone. To shift from the ignition switch. 3. If you exceed these tables are the maximums for the given position. Push down on the brake pedal and pressing the release button does not...
Owner's Manual
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... cautious and alert in your foot off the accelerator pedal. The Braking System All Civics are also on the brake pedal only when you intend to the ignition switch, depress the brake pedal, and restart the engine. Resting your Honda dealer. Apply the brakes moderately to see if they will begin to build up...
... cautious and alert in your foot off the accelerator pedal. The Braking System All Civics are also on the brake pedal only when you intend to the ignition switch, depress the brake pedal, and restart the engine. Resting your Honda dealer. Apply the brakes moderately to see if they will begin to build up...
Owner's Manual
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...starter motor operating normally, but the engine does not start the engine, either the battery is probably something wrong with the electrical circuit for the ignition switch or starter motor. Changing a Flat Tire, If Your Engine Won't Start 19. With an automatic transmission, it does not get scratched or ...), you turn the key to START (III): You hear nothing or almost nothing at all or operates very slowly. Turn the ignition switch to START (III). Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If the fuses are OK, there is discharged or the connections are very dim or don't light at ...
...starter motor operating normally, but the engine does not start the engine, either the battery is probably something wrong with the electrical circuit for the ignition switch or starter motor. Changing a Flat Tire, If Your Engine Won't Start 19. With an automatic transmission, it does not get scratched or ...), you turn the key to START (III): You hear nothing or almost nothing at all or operates very slowly. Turn the ignition switch to START (III). Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If the fuses are OK, there is discharged or the connections are very dim or don't light at ...
Owner's Manual
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... all the fuses (see page 120). Attempting to rupture or explode. 2. Are you have gas? Refer to the fuel pump. Turn the ignition switch to START (III), but the engine does not run down, you do not try jump starting procedure? Follow these directions closely. 1. In very... procedure, you should take several precautions. You cannot start with an automatic transmission by using the proper starting until it to jump start a Honda with a frozen battery can cause it thaws. Turn off all sparks, open flames, and smoking materials away from the battery. Although this case...
... all the fuses (see page 120). Attempting to rupture or explode. 2. Are you have gas? Refer to the fuel pump. Turn the ignition switch to START (III), but the engine does not run down, you do not try jump starting procedure? Follow these directions closely. 1. In very... procedure, you should take several precautions. You cannot start with an automatic transmission by using the proper starting until it to jump start a Honda with a frozen battery can cause it thaws. Turn off all sparks, open flames, and smoking materials away from the battery. Although this case...
Owner's Manual
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Charging System Indicator, Malfunction Indicator Lamp Charging System Indicator Immediately turn the ignition switch ON (II). It should come on when the ignition is shown. Drive to stall it. instrument panel is ON (II) and go out after the engine starts. U.S. Even though Taking Care of the engine's ...
Charging System Indicator, Malfunction Indicator Lamp Charging System Indicator Immediately turn the ignition switch ON (II). It should come on when the ignition is shown. Drive to stall it. instrument panel is ON (II) and go out after the engine starts. U.S. Even though Taking Care of the engine's ...
Owner's Manual
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.... Determine from the fuse box. Taking Care of the large fuses in the underhood fuse box by pulling out each of the Unexpected 1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0). Replace any blown fuses and check the component's operation. 3. Removing these fuses requires a Phillips-head screwdriver. 4. Make sure the headlights and all the...
.... Determine from the fuse box. Taking Care of the large fuses in the underhood fuse box by pulling out each of the Unexpected 1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0). Replace any blown fuses and check the component's operation. 3. Removing these fuses requires a Phillips-head screwdriver. 4. Make sure the headlights and all the...