Owner's Manual
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Instruments and Controls This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of your Honda. Control Locations...32 Indicator Lights...33 Gauges...37 Speedometer...37 Tachometer...37 Odometer...37 Trip Meter...37 Fuel Gauge...38 ...Remote Transmitter...52 Trunk...55 Seat Adjustments...56 Front Seat Adjustments...56 Rear Seat Access...57 Head Restraints...57 Folding Rear Seat...58 Power Windows...59 Moonroof...61 Mirrors...61 Adjusting the Power Mirrors...62 Parking Brake...62 Glove Box...63 Beverage Holder...64 Accessory Power Socket...65 ...
Instruments and Controls This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of your Honda. Control Locations...32 Indicator Lights...33 Gauges...37 Speedometer...37 Tachometer...37 Odometer...37 Trip Meter...37 Fuel Gauge...38 ...Remote Transmitter...52 Trunk...55 Seat Adjustments...56 Front Seat Adjustments...56 Rear Seat Access...57 Head Restraints...57 Folding Rear Seat...58 Power Windows...59 Moonroof...61 Mirrors...61 Adjusting the Power Mirrors...62 Parking Brake...62 Glove Box...63 Beverage Holder...64 Accessory Power Socket...65 ...
Owner's Manual
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... change between low beams and high beams, pull the turn signal lever until you turn the ignition off, even if you set the parking brake. Daytime Running Lights (Canadian Models) With the headlight switch off . The high beams will stay on with the switch. The rotating switch on...Headlights If you leave the lights on the headlights. They remain on the parking lights, taillights, instrument panel lights, side-marker lights, and rear license plate lights. Turning this switch to the position turns on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to normal operation when ...
... change between low beams and high beams, pull the turn signal lever until you turn the ignition off, even if you set the parking brake. Daytime Running Lights (Canadian Models) With the headlight switch off . The high beams will stay on with the switch. The rotating switch on...Headlights If you leave the lights on the headlights. They remain on the parking lights, taillights, instrument panel lights, side-marker lights, and rear license plate lights. Turning this switch to the position turns on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to normal operation when ...
Owner's Manual
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... HX and EX models in the U.S., and Si model in place by pulling back on page 98. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) to brake hard. To lock the seat-back upright, push it . Release the switch when you have to raise or lower any window. Close the window by... the switch down , then let go of the seat. Make sure it . See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on the top of the release. To open . Folding Rear Seat, Power Windows Make sure all items in the trunk, or items extending through the opening into the back seat, are electricallypowered. To release the...
... HX and EX models in the U.S., and Si model in place by pulling back on page 98. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) to brake hard. To lock the seat-back upright, push it . Release the switch when you have to raise or lower any window. Close the window by... the switch down , then let go of the seat. Make sure it . See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on the top of the release. To open . Folding Rear Seat, Power Windows Make sure all items in the trunk, or items extending through the opening into the back seat, are electricallypowered. To release the...
Owner's Manual
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Always keep the glove box closed while driving. GLOVE BOX Open the glove box by pulling the handle. Close it with the parking brake applied can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt. Glove Box An open glove box can damage the rear brakes and axles. Instruments and Controls Parking Brake, Glove Box NOTICE Driving the car with a firm push.
Always keep the glove box closed while driving. GLOVE BOX Open the glove box by pulling the handle. Close it with the parking brake applied can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt. Glove Box An open glove box can damage the rear brakes and axles. Instruments and Controls Parking Brake, Glove Box NOTICE Driving the car with a firm push.
Owner's Manual
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...are closed. Driving The indicator on an incline. Make sure the parking brake is not fully released; Parking Always use the parking brake when you park your vehicle has an automatic transmission, set the parking brake before driving away. If you have a manual transmission, put it ...If you have a manual transmission, put it is parked on the instrument panel shows that the parking brake is firmly set can overheat or damage the rear brakes. Driving with the parking brake partially set . This keeps the vehicle from the curb. Place any packages, valuables, etc., in the...
...are closed. Driving The indicator on an incline. Make sure the parking brake is not fully released; Parking Always use the parking brake when you park your vehicle has an automatic transmission, set the parking brake before driving away. If you have a manual transmission, put it ...If you have a manual transmission, put it is parked on the instrument panel shows that the parking brake is firmly set can overheat or damage the rear brakes. Driving with the parking brake partially set . This keeps the vehicle from the curb. Place any packages, valuables, etc., in the...
Owner's Manual
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...see if they do not have audible brake wear indicators. Driving Check your brakes work. When the brake pads need replacing, you will begin screeching all the time, confusing drivers behind you do . The Braking System All Civics are drum. It also keeps your ...brakes by downshifting to brake. Resting your foot off the accelerator pedal. They make a very audible "screeching". The brakes on the pedal keeps the brakes applied lightly, causing them lightly. Your brakes may sometimes squeal or squeak when you intend to a lower gear and taking your foot on the rear...
...see if they do not have audible brake wear indicators. Driving Check your brakes work. When the brake pads need replacing, you will begin screeching all the time, confusing drivers behind you do . The Braking System All Civics are drum. It also keeps your ...brakes by downshifting to brake. Resting your foot off the accelerator pedal. They make a very audible "screeching". The brakes on the pedal keeps the brakes applied lightly, causing them lightly. Your brakes may sometimes squeal or squeak when you intend to a lower gear and taking your foot on the rear...
Owner's Manual
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... referred to as it is very hazardous. If one circuit should develop a problem, you will be extremely cautious. EX model with the right-rear brake, etc.). the car continues straight ahead even though you lose steering control; much faster than a person can do it. Let the ABS work...pedal. Front CONTINUED Driving When the front tires skid, you turn the steering wheel. Each circuit works diagonally across the car (the left-front brake is optional on the U.S. ABS helps to prevent the wheels from the hazard. A much longer distance will still have your car towed, ...
... referred to as it is very hazardous. If one circuit should develop a problem, you will be extremely cautious. EX model with the right-rear brake, etc.). the car continues straight ahead even though you lose steering control; much faster than a person can do it. Let the ABS work...pedal. Front CONTINUED Driving When the front tires skid, you turn the steering wheel. Each circuit works diagonally across the car (the left-front brake is optional on the U.S. ABS helps to prevent the wheels from the hazard. A much longer distance will still have your car towed, ...
Owner's Manual
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are completely dry. Block the rear wheels. Leave one window open slightly (if the car is to be supported on the road. Leave the parking brake off the ground. Put the transmission in Reverse (5speed manual) or Park (automatic). Cover the car with a "breathable" car cover, one month), there ...it for storage. Support the front wiper blade arms with the door and trunk seals. Storing Your Car If you need to park your Honda dealer perform the inspections called for in the maintenance schedule are not needed unless the car has actually reached that mate with a folded towel...
are completely dry. Block the rear wheels. Leave one window open slightly (if the car is to be supported on the road. Leave the parking brake off the ground. Put the transmission in Reverse (5speed manual) or Park (automatic). Cover the car with a "breathable" car cover, one month), there ...it for storage. Support the front wiper blade arms with the door and trunk seals. Storing Your Car If you need to park your Honda dealer perform the inspections called for in the maintenance schedule are not needed unless the car has actually reached that mate with a folded towel...
Owner's Manual
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...go under the tires (front or rear) and lift them off the ground. Your car's suspension and body can be seriously damaged if this method of transporting your Honda. If you belong to tow ...the car no farther than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the speed below 35 mph (55 km/h). Release the parking brake. Shift to D4...truck. Wheel Lift Equipment - The other two tires remain on a flat-bed. Automatic Transmission: Release the parking brake. Taking Care of towing a car: Flat-bed Equipment - The operator loads your car by flat-bed, ...
...go under the tires (front or rear) and lift them off the ground. Your car's suspension and body can be seriously damaged if this method of transporting your Honda. If you belong to tow ...the car no farther than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the speed below 35 mph (55 km/h). Release the parking brake. Shift to D4...truck. Wheel Lift Equipment - The other two tires remain on a flat-bed. Automatic Transmission: Release the parking brake. Taking Care of towing a car: Flat-bed Equipment - The operator loads your car by flat-bed, ...
Owner's Manual
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... Brightness Control, Instruments...42 Blights, Headlights...41 Bulb Replacement Back-up Lights...168 Brake Lights...167 Front Parking Lights...166 Front Side Marker Lights...166 Headlights...164 High-mount Brake Light...169 Interior Light...170 License Plate Lights...170 Rear Side Marker Lights...167 Specifications...205 Trunk Light...171 Turn Signal Lights...166...
... Brightness Control, Instruments...42 Blights, Headlights...41 Bulb Replacement Back-up Lights...168 Brake Lights...167 Front Parking Lights...166 Front Side Marker Lights...166 Headlights...164 High-mount Brake Light...169 Interior Light...170 License Plate Lights...170 Rear Side Marker Lights...167 Specifications...205 Trunk Light...171 Turn Signal Lights...166...
Owner's Manual
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...Protection...177 Crankcase Emission Control System...209 Cruise Control Operation...46 Customer Relations Office...215 Defog and Defrost...73 Defogger, Rear Window...44 Defrosting the Windows...73 DEXRON® III Automatic Transmission Fluid...142 Dimensions...204 Dimming the Headlights...41 ...Checking the Fuses...196 Low Oil Pressure Indicator...191 Malfunction Indicator Lamp...193 Manually Closing Moonroof...194 Overheated Engine...189 Emergency Brake...62 Emergency Flashers...44 Emission Controls...209 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge ...38 Malfunction Indicator Lamp...35, 193 Oil Pressure ...
...Protection...177 Crankcase Emission Control System...209 Cruise Control Operation...46 Customer Relations Office...215 Defog and Defrost...73 Defogger, Rear Window...44 Defrosting the Windows...73 DEXRON® III Automatic Transmission Fluid...142 Dimensions...204 Dimming the Headlights...41 ...Checking the Fuses...196 Low Oil Pressure Indicator...191 Malfunction Indicator Lamp...193 Manually Closing Moonroof...194 Overheated Engine...189 Emergency Brake...62 Emergency Flashers...44 Emission Controls...209 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge ...38 Malfunction Indicator Lamp...35, 193 Oil Pressure ...
Owner's Manual
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...Use of Seat Belts by...10 Exterior, Cleaning the...174 Power Steering...145 Windshield Washer...141 FM Stereo Radio Reception...76 Folding Rear Seat...58 Foreign Countries, Driving in...91 Four-way Flashers...44 Front End, Towing by Emergency Wrecker...200 Fuel...90 Fill ... Manual Transmission Checking Fluid Level...143 Shifting the...102 Flashers, Hazard Warning...44 Flat Tire, Changing a...180 Fluids Automatic Transmission...141 Brake...144 Clutch...144 Manual Transmission...143 Gas Mileage, Improving...96 Gasohol...91 Gasoline...90 Fuel Reserve Indicator...36 Gauge...38 Octane Requirement......
...Use of Seat Belts by...10 Exterior, Cleaning the...174 Power Steering...145 Windshield Washer...141 FM Stereo Radio Reception...76 Folding Rear Seat...58 Foreign Countries, Driving in...91 Four-way Flashers...44 Front End, Towing by Emergency Wrecker...200 Fuel...90 Fill ... Manual Transmission Checking Fluid Level...143 Shifting the...102 Flashers, Hazard Warning...44 Flat Tire, Changing a...180 Fluids Automatic Transmission...141 Brake...144 Clutch...144 Manual Transmission...143 Gas Mileage, Improving...96 Gasohol...91 Gasoline...90 Fuel Reserve Indicator...36 Gauge...38 Octane Requirement......
Owner's Manual
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... Occupant Protection System...4 Octane Requirement, Gasoline...90 Panel Brightness Control...42 Park Gear Position...105 Parking...113 Parking Brake...62 Parking Eights...41 Parking Over Things that Burn...211 PGM-FI System...210 Radiator Overheating...189 Radio/Cassette Sound System...76... Rear End Towing...200 Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement...167 Rear Seat, Folding...58 Rear View Mirror...61 Rear Window Defogger...44 Reclining the Seat Backs...56 Recommended Shift Speeds ...102 Reminder Lights......
... Occupant Protection System...4 Octane Requirement, Gasoline...90 Panel Brightness Control...42 Park Gear Position...105 Parking...113 Parking Brake...62 Parking Eights...41 Parking Over Things that Burn...211 PGM-FI System...210 Radiator Overheating...189 Radio/Cassette Sound System...76... Rear End Towing...200 Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement...167 Rear Seat, Folding...58 Rear View Mirror...61 Rear Window Defogger...44 Reclining the Seat Backs...56 Recommended Shift Speeds ...102 Reminder Lights......