Tires
Winter Driving
Tires that are marked "M+S" or "All Season" on the sidewall have
an all-weather tread design. They should be suitable for most winter
driving conditions. Tires without
these markings are designed for optimum traction in dry conditions.
They may not provide adequateperformance in winter driving.
For the best performance in snowy
or icy conditions, you should install
snow tires or tire chains. They may
be required by local laws under certain conditions. Snow Tires
If you mount snow tires on your
Honda, make sure they are radial
tires of the same size and load
range as the original tires. Mount snow tires on all four wheels to
balance your car's handling in all
weather conditions. Keep in mind
the traction provided by snow tires on dry roads may not be as high as
your car's original-equipment tires.
You should drive cautiously even
when the roads are clear. Check
with the tire dealer for maximum speed recommendations.
Tire Chains Mount snow chains on your car
when warranted by driving condi-
tions or required by local laws.
Make sure the chains are the cor-
rect size for your tires. Install them
only on the front tires. If metal
chains are used, they must be SAE
class"S". Cable type traction de-
vices can also be used. When installing chains, follow the
manufacturer's instructions and
mount them as tightly as you can.
Drive slowly with chains installed.
If you hear the chains contacting
the body or chassis, stop and
tighten them. If they still make
contact, slow down until it stops.
Remove the chains as soon as you
begin driving on cleared roads.
Chains of the wrong size or that are
improperly installed can damage
your car's brake lines, suspension,
body, and wheels. Stop driving if
you hear the chains hitting any part
of
the car.
Maintenance
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Towing
If your car needs to be towed, call a
professional towing service or, if
you belong to one, an organization
that provides roadside assistance.
Never tow your car behind another car with just a rope or chain. It is
very dangerous.
Emergency Towing
There are three popular methods of
towing a car:
Flat-bed Equipment — The
operator loads your car on the back
of a truck. This is the best way
of transporting your Honda.
Wheel Lift Equipment — The tow
truck uses two pivoting arms that
go under the tires (front or rear)
and lift them off the ground. The
other two wheels remain on the
ground.
Sling-type Equipment — The tow
truck uses metal cables with hooks
on th
e
ends. These hooks go around
parts of the frame or suspension
and the cables lift that end of the
car off the ground. Your car's sus-
pension and body can be seriously
damaged if this method
of towing
is attempted.
If your Honda cannot be trans-
ported by flat-bed, it should be
towed with the front wheels off the
ground. If due to damage, your car
must be towed with the front
wheels on the ground, do the
following:
5-Speed Transmission
Release the parking brake.
Shift the transmission to Neutral.
Automatic Transmission
Release the parking brake.
Start the engine.
Shift to D4, then to N.
Turn off the engine. Improper towing preparation will
damage the transmission. Follow
the above procedure exactly. If you
cannot shift the transmission or
start the engine (automatic trans-
mission), your car must be trans-
ported on a flat-bed. It is best to tow the car no far-
ther than 80 km (50 miles), and
keep the speed below 35 mph (55
km/h).
Trying to lift or tow your car by
the bumpers will cause serious
damage. The bumpers are not
designed to support the car's
weight.
Taking Care
of the Unexpected NOTICE
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Warranty Coverages
U.S. Cars
Your new Honda is covered by
these warranties:
New Car Limited Warranty
—
provides coverage for defects in materials and workmanship for 3
years or 57,600 km (36,000 miles).
Emission Control Systems De-
fects Warranty and Emissions
Performance Warranty — these
two warranties cover your car's
emission control systems. Time,
mileage, and coverage are condi-
tional. Please read the warranty
manual for exact information.
Original Equipment Battery
Limited Warranty —
provides
coverage fo r
36 months, with 100%
coverage for the first 24 months. Seat Belt Limited Warranty — a
seat belt that fails to function
properly is covered for the useful
life of the car.
Rust Perforation Limited Warranty — body panels that rust
through from the inside will be
repaired or replaced for up to 36
months. There is no mileage limit.
Accessory Limited Warranty —
Genuine Honda Accessories are
covered under this warranty. Time
and mileage limits depend on the
type of accessory and other factors.
Please read your warranty manual
for details.
Replacement Parts Limited Warranty — provides coverage for
defects in materials and workman-
ship for 12 months or 19,200 km
(12,000 miles).
Replacement Battery Limited
Warranty — provides coverage for
up to 36 months, with 100% cover- age for the first 12 months.
Replacement Muffler Lifetime
Limited Warranty — provides
coverage for as long as the pur-
chaser of the muffler owns the car.
There are restrictions and exclu-
sions which apply to all these war-
ranties. Please read the 1992 Honda
Warranties bookle t
that came with
your car for precise information on
warranty coverages. Your Honda's original tires are covered by their
manufacturer. Tire warranty infor-
mation is in a separate booklet.
Canada Cars
Please refer to the 1992 Warranty
and Maintenance Guide that came
with your car.
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Index
Reminder Light and Beeper..... 33
Replacement.................................. 9
System Components.................... 6
Tether Attachment Points....... 21
Use During Pregnancy................ 8
Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt.... 7
Seats, Adjusting the....................... 51
Serial Number............................... 204
Service Intervals..........................
129
Service Manual............................
.
221
Service Station Procedures........ 100
Setting th
e
Clock............................ 63
Shifting The Automatic Transmission
..................................................
112
The 5- Speed
Transmission.....
111
Shift Leve
r
Position
Indicator...............................
36, 112
Side Marke r
Lights, Bulb
Replacement in.........................
166
Signaling Turns............................. .
41
Snow Tires.....................................
163
Solvent-type Cleaners................ .
176
Sound Syste
m
................................. 75
Spare Tire
Inflating .....................................
184
Specifications............................ 207
Spar
k Plugs, Replacing............... 150
Specifications Charts.................. 206
Speed Control.................................. 44
Speedometer.................................... 37
SRS Indicator........................... .
14, 34
START (Ignition Key Position)..
47
Starting th e
Engine......................
109
In Col
d
Weather
at High Altitude....................
110
With a Dea
d Battery................
191
Steam Comin
g
from Engine.......
193
Steering Whee
l
Adjustment.................................
. 43
Anti-theft Column Lock........... 47
Stereo Sound System..................... 75
Storing Your Car..........................
173
Sunroof............................................. 58
Closin
g Manually.....................
198
Operation.....................................
58
Supplementa
l Restraint System
Service Precautions................... 15
Servicing...................................... 14
SRS Indicator........................ 14, 34
System Components.................. 10
Technical Description............ .
209
Tachometer.....................................
37
Taillights
, Changing Bulbs in.... 169
Taking Care of the
Unexpected ...............................
183
Tape Player.................................... .
81
Technical Descriptions Anti-lock Brake System ......... 208Catalytic Converter................. 213
Emission Control Systems......
211
Four Whee l
Steering ............... 210
Supplemental Restraint
System....................................
209
Temperature Gauge..................... .
38
Tether Attachment Points...........
21
Time, Settin g
the ........................... 63
Tire Chains.................................... 163
Tire, How to Change a Flat........ 185
Tires................................................ 158
Air Pressure.............................. 158Checking Wear......................... 159
Compact Spare.......................... 184
DOT Tire Quality Grading..... 161
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Gas Station Information
Gasoline:
(US: S
, Canada: S)
UNLEADED gasoline
Pump octane of 86 or higher
(US: Si, Si 4WS, Canada: SR, SR 4WS)
Premium UNLEADED gasoline
Pump octane of 91 or higher
Gas Tank Capacity:
60 l
(15.9 US gal, 13.2 Imp gal)
Recommended Engine Oil:
API SG grade "Energy Conserving II" oil
SAE 5W-30 viscosity
Engine Oil Capacity:
including filter
(US: S, Canada: S)
3.8 l (4.0 US qt, 3.3 Im
p qt)
(US: Si,
Si 4WS, Canada: SR, SR 4WS)
4.3 l (4.5 US qt, 3.8 Im
p qt)
without filter
(US
: S, Canada: S)
3.5 l (3.7 US qt, 3.1 Im
p qt)
(US: Si,
Si 4WS, Canada: SR, SR 4WS)
4.0 l (4.2 US qt, 3.5 Im
p qt)
Tire Pressure
(measured cold):
(US: S, Canada: S)
205 kPa (2.1 kg/cm2, 30 psi)
(US: Si, Si 4WS, Canada: SR, SR 4WS)
220 kPa (2.2 kg/cm2 , 32 psi)
Spare Tire Pressure:
415 kPa (4.15 kg/cm2, 60 psi)
Tire Size (Front and Rear): (US: S, Canada: S)
185/70R14 87H
(US: Si, Si 4WS, Canada: SR, SR 4WS)
205/55R15 87V
Spare Tire:
(US: S, Canada: S)
T125/70D15
(US: Si, Si 4WS, Canada: SR, SR 4WS)
T135/80D15
Other Tire Information:
See label
on the driver's door jamb5 Speed Transmission Oil:
SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 viscosity
API SF or SG grade recommended
Capacity:
1.9 l (2.0 US qt,1.7 Imp qt)
Automatic
Transmission
Fluid:
Honda Premium Formula Automatic
Transmission Fluid or an equivalent DEXRON ®
II type Automatic Trans-
mission Fluid (ATF)
Capacity:
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