Lubrication Points
For the details of lubrication points and types of lubricants to be applied, refer to the illustrated index and various work
procedures (such as Assembly/Reassembly, Replacement, Overhaul, Installation, etc.) contained in each section.
No.
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LUBRICATION POINTS
Engine
Transmission
Brake Line (Includes Anti-lock brake line)
Power steering gearbox
Steering boots
Throttle cable end
Steering ball joints
Shift lever (Automatic transmission)
Pedal linkage
Intermediate shaft
Brake master cylinder pushrod
Fuel
fill
lid
Trunk hinges
Door hinges upper and lower
Door opening detents
Hood hinges and hood latch
Brake pipe joint (Front and rear wheel house)
Caliper Piston seal, Dust seal,
Caliper pin, Piston
Power steering system
Differential
A/C compressor
LUBRICANT
API Service Grade: Use SH "Energy Conserving II" or SJ
"Energy Conserving" grade oil.
The oil container may also display the API Certification
mark shown below. Make sure it says "For Gasoline
Engines."
SAE Viscosity: See chart below.
Genuine Honda Premium Formula Automatic
Transmission Fluid (ATF)*1
Genuine Honda DOT3 Brake Fluid*2
Steering grease P/N 08733 - B070E
Multi-purpose grease
Honda White Lithium Grease
Rust preventives
Silicone grease
Genuine Honda Power Steering Fluid-V or S*3
Hypoid gear Oil API service GL4 or GL5
Viscosity:
at above -18°C (0°F): SAE 90
at less than -18°C (0°F): SAE 80 W-90
Compressor oil:
DENSO: ND-OIL8 (P/N 38897 - PR7 - A01 AH or 38899 -
PR7-A01)
(For Refrigerant: HFC-134a (R-134a))
API SERVICE LABEL
API CERTIFICATION MARK
Recommended Engine Oil
Engine oil viscosity for ambient temperature ranges
NOTE: The following information as marked *1, *2 and *3 on above chart details for 1997 model:
*1: Always use Genuine Honda Premium Formula Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF). Using a non-Honda ATF can affect
shift quality.
*2: Always use Genuine Honda DOT3 Brake Fluid. Using a non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the
life of the system.
*3: Always use Genuine Honda Power Steering Fluid-V or S. Using any other type of power steering fluid or automatic
transmission fluid can cause increase wear and poor steering in cold weather.ProCarManuals.com
Warning/Caution Label Locations
(cont'd)
D: DRIVER INFORMATION (SUNVISOR)
Canada model (98 model)
CAUTION
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY:
FOR MAXIMUM SAFETY PROTECTION IN ALL TYPES OF
CRASHES, YOU MUST ALWAYS WEAR YOUR SAFETY
BELT.
DO NOT INSTALL REARWARD FACING CHILD SEATS IN
ANY FRONT PASSENGER SEAT POSITION.
DO NOT SIT OR LEAN UNNECESSARILY CLOSE TO THE
AIRBAG.
DO NOT PLACE ANY OBJECTS OVER THE AIRBAG OR
BETWEEN THE AIRBAG AND YOURSELF.
SEE THE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR FURTHER INFORMA-
TION AND EXPLANATIONS.
THE SRS MUST BE INSPECTED TEN YEARS AFTER IT IS
INSTALLED.
THE DATE OF INSTALLATION IS SHOWN OF THE DRIV-
ER'S DOORJAMB.
E: ASSISTANT INFORMATION
U.S. model
AIRBAG SEE OTHER SIDE.
U.S. model (98 model)
AIRBAG WARNING
FLIP VISOR OVER
F: STEERING COLUMN NOTICE
NOTICE
TO PREVENT SRS DAMAGE, REMOVE STEERING WHEEL
BEFORE REMOVING STEERING SHAFT CONNECTING
BOLT.
G: MONITOR NOTICE
NOTICE
• NO SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
• REFER TO SERVICE MANUAL FOR DETAILED INSTRUC-
TIONS.
H: SRS CONSOLE/GLOVE BOX INFORMATION
Canada model (95 - 97 model)
AIRBAG INFORMATION
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
• THE SRS MUST BE INSPECTED TEN YEARS AFTER IT IS
INSTALLED. THE DATE OF INSTALLATION IS SHOWN
ON THE CERTIFICATION PLATE, LOCATED ON THE
DRIVER'S DOORJAMB.
• DIAGNOSTIC CHECKS AND REPLACEMENT OF SRS
COMPONENTS MUST BE DONE BY AN AUTHORIZED
DEALER.
• SEE YOUR OWNER'S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL SRS
INFORMATION.
I: FRONT SEAT PASSENGER AIRBAG MODULE DANGER
DANGER
EXPLOSIVE/FLAMMABLE
CONTACT WITH ACID, WATER OR HEAVY METALS SUCH
AS COPPER, LEAD OR MERCURY MAY PRODUCE HARM-
FUL AND IRRITATING GASES OR EXPLOSIVE COM-
POUNDS. STORAGE TEMPERATURES MUST NOT EXCEED
200 F (100°C). FOR PROPER HANDLING, STORAGE AND
DISPOSAL PROCEDURES REFER TO SERVICE MANUAL,
SRS SUPPLEMENT.
POISON
CONTAINS POISONOUS SODIUM AZIDE AND POTASSIUM
NITRATE.
FIRST AID
IF CONTENTS ARE SWALLOWED, INDUCE VOMITING.
FOR EYE CONTACT, FLUSH EYES WITH WATER FOR 15
MINUTES. IF GASES (FROM ACID OR WATER CONTACT)
ARE INHALED, SEEK FRESH AIR. IN EVERY CASE, GET
PROMPT MEDICAL ATTENTION.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
WARNING
THE AIRBAG INFLATOR IS EXPLOSIVE AND, IF ACCIDEN-
TALLY DEPLOYED, CAN SERIOUSLY HURT OR KILL YOU.
• DO NOT USE ELECTRICAL TEST EQUIPMENT OR PROB-
ING DEVICES. THEY CAN CAUSE ACCIDENTAL DEPLOY-
MENT.
• NO SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. DO NOT DISASSEM-
BLE.
• PLACE AIRBAG UPRIGHT WHEN REMOVED.
• FOLLOW SERVICE MANUAL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.
J: PASSENGER AIRBAG CAUTION
U.S. model (98 model)
WARNING
CHILDREN CAN BE KILLED OR INJURED BY A PASSENGER
AIRBAG.
THE BACK SEAT IS THE SAFEST PLACE FOR CHILDREN
AGES 12 AND UNDER. MAKE SURE ALL CHILDREN USE
SEAT BELTS OR CHILD SEATS.
K: SRS WARNING (HOOD)
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
THIS VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH DRIVER AND FRONT
SEAT PASSENGER AIRBAGS.
ALL SRS ELECTRICAL WIRING AND CONNECTORS ARE
COLORED YELLOW.
TAMPERING WITH, DISCONNECTING OR USING ELECTRI-
CAL TEST EQUIPMENT ON THE SRS WIRING CAN MAKE
THE SYSTEM INOPERATIVE OR CAUSE ACCIDENTAL FIR-
ING OF THE INFLATOR.
WARNING
THE AIRBAG INFLATOR IS EXPLOSIVE AND, IF ACCIDEN-
TALLY DEPLOYED, CAN SERIOUSLY HURT YOU. FOLLOW
SERVICE MANUAL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.ProCarManuals.com
