2000 HONDA PASSPORT radio

Radio signals, especially on the
FM band, are deflected by large
objects such as buildings and
hills. Your radio then receives
both the direct signal from the station's transmitter and the
deflected signal. This causes the
sound to distort or flutter. This
is a main cause of poor radi o
reception i
n city driving. Radio reception can be affected
by atmospheric conditions such as
thunderstorms, high humidity, and
even sunspots. You may be able to
receive a distant radio station one day and not receive it the next day
because of a change in conditions. Electrical interference from
passing vehicles and stationary sources can cause temporary
reception problems.
As required by the FCC: Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.

Comfor t an d Convenienc e Feature s

Operatin
g th e Cassett e Playe r
The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY or ON. Make sure
the tape opening on the cassette is
facing to the right, then insert the
cassette most of the way into theslot. The system will pull it in the
rest of the way, and begin to play.
The tape direction indicator will
light to show you which side of the cassette is playing. The
indicates the side you inserted
facing upward is now playing. If you want to play the other side, press the (preset 3) button.
If the cassette was recorded using
Dolby noise reduction, turn it on
by pressing the (preset 4)

button.

You can switch from the cassette
to the radio or CD changer by
pressing the FM, AM, or DISC
button. When you switch, the
Comfor t an d Convenienc e Feature s
TAP
E DIRECTIO N
INDICATO R
TAP E DIRECTIO N
BUTTO N
DOLBY
BUTTO N TAP
E BUTTO N

Repeat this procedure to load CDs
in the remaining positions in the

changer.

To load more than one CD in a single operation, press and hold
the LOAD button until you hear a
beep. Load the first CD as
described above. After the first CD loads, the light for the next
open position will begin blinking.
Insert the next CD part way into
the slot. Continue this procedure
until all six slots are loaded. If
you do not want to load CDs intoall six positions, press the LOAD
button again after the last CD hasloaded. That CD will begin
playing.
Playing CDs Press the DISC button to switch tothe CD changer. The CD that is
currently loaded will begin playing. The disc and track
numbers are shown in the display.
To select a different disc, press the TUNE/DISC button: to select
the next disc, or to select the
previous disc.
To change tracks, press and release the (preset 2) button to
advance one track at a time, or the (preset 1) button to return to
the beginning of the current track. Press again to select the
previous track.
To move rapidly within a track,
press and hold the button to
move forward, or the button
to move backward. Release the
button when the system reaches the point you want.
You can switch to the radio or the
cassette player by pressing the
FM, AM, or TAPE button. To switch back to the CD changer,
press the DISC button. The CD will begin playing where it left
off.
To remove a CD from the changer, select the CD with the
TUNE/DISC button, then press and release the EJECT button
next to the slot.
To remove all the CDs from the changer, press and hold the
EJECT button until you hear a
beep. The CDs will eject in order.
Soun d Retrieva l Syste m — The
Sound Retrieval System function
adds richness to the sound of the
CDs. To activate it, press the button. This turns on the first
level of sound expansion. Press the button a second time to take it
to the second level. Press the
button again to turn off the

feature.

Comfor t an d Convenienc e Feature s

If you are planning to take your
Honda outside the U.S. or
Canada, contact the tourist
bureaus in the areas you will be
traveling in to find out about the availability of unleaded gasoline
with the proper octane rating.
If unleaded gasoline is not
available, be aware that using
leaded gasoline in your Honda
will affect performance and fuel
mileage, and damage its
emissions controls. It will no longer comply with U.S. and
Canadian emissions regulations,
and will be illegal to operate in
North America. To bring your
vehicle back into compliance will
require the replacement of several components, such as the oxygen sensor and the three-way catalyticconverter. These replacements
are not covered under warranty.
Accessorie
s & Modification s

Modifying your vehicle, or installing some non-Honda
accessories, can make your vehicle
unsafe. Before you make any
modifications or add any accessories, be sure to read the
following information.

Accessories
Your dealer has Genuine Honda
accessories that allow you to
personalize your vehicle. These accessories have been designed and
approved for your vehicle, and are
covered by warranty.
Non-Honda accessories are
usually designed for universal
applications. Although
aftermarket accessories may fit on
your vehicle, they may not meet
factory specifications, and could adversely affect your vehicle's
handling and stability. (See "Modifications" on the next page
for additional information.)
When properly installed, car
phones, alarms, two-way radios, and low-powered audio systems
should not interfere with your
vehicle's computer-controlled
Driving Tip s

Operatio
n i n

Foreig n Countrie s

Improper accessories or
modifications can affect
your vehicle's handling,
stability and performance,
and cause a crash in
which you can be hurt or killed.
Follow all instructions in
this owner's manual regarding accessories and
modifications.

Emergency, In Case of ...... 179
Charging System Indicator . 60Check Engine Light ....... 61
Checking the Fuses ...... 189
Engine Overheating ...... 186 Jump Starting ........... 180
Malfunction Indicator Lamp 61Oil Pressure Indicator ..... 62
Emissions Controls ........ 245

Engine
Belts .................. 218
Break-in ............... 154
Check Light ............. 61Coolant Temperature Gauge 58
Identification Number .... 228
Malfunction Indicator Lamp 61 Oil
Capacity ............. 231
Recommendation ...... 194
Oil Pressure Indicator ..... 62 Overheating ............ 186
Specifications .......... 231
Starting ............... 153
Ethanol in Gasoline ........ 197

Evaporative
Emission Controls ........ 246
Exhaust Fumes ............ 44

Expectant Mothers,
Use of Seat Belts by ...... 16
Exterior, Cleaning the ...... 220
Fabric, Cleaning.
See Interior Cleaning

Fan Control Lever ......... 117

Features,
Comfort and Convenience . . 115
Filling the Fuel Tank ....... 193 Filters

Air .................. 210
Oil .................. 208

5-Speed Manual Transmission Checking Fluid Level ... 211Shifting ................ 81
Flashers, Hazard Warning ....
74

Flat Tire
, Changing a ....... 182
Fluids Automatic Transmission . .

212

Capacity ............
. 233
Brake ................. 215
Clutch ................ 219
5-Speed Manual Transmission .......... 211
Capacity ............. 233
Power Steering .......... 219
Windshield Washer ...... 69

FM Stereo
Radio Reception ........ 132

Protecting Children .......... 18
AdditionalSafety Precautions ........ 21
All Children Must Be Restrained ...... 18
Children Should Sit in the Back Seat ....... 19
General Guidelines for Using Child Seats ........ 21
If a Child Requires Close Attention .......... 20
If You Must Drive With Several Children .... 20

Passenger's Airbag Poses
Serious Risks to Children .. 19
Protecting Infants ......... 25
Protecting Larger Children . 33
Protecting Small Children . . 29
Using Child Seats With Tethers ............ 36 Radiator Overheating ....... 186
Radio/Cassette Sound System ........... 121
Radio/Cassette/CD Sound System ........... 129
Rear End Towing .......... 189
Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement ........ 239
Rear Seat, Folding .......... 91
Rear View Mirror .......... 101 Rear Window Defogger ...... 72
Rear Window Wiper and Washer ............... 72
Reclining the Seat-Backs Front .............. 11, 89
Rear .................. 93
Recommended Shift Speeds . . 82 Reduced Power Indicator .... 62
Replacement Information Air Cleaner Element ..... 210
Coolant .......... 200, 214
Engine Oi
l and Filter ..... 207
Fuses ................. 236
Light Bulbs ............ 239 Schedule .............. 200
Spark Plugs ............ 231
Tires .................. 162
Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash ............ 40
Reporting Safety Defects .... 245
Reserve Tank, Coolant ...... 213
Restraint, Child ............ 18
Reverse Gear Position ...... 75
Rotation, Tire ............. 162
Rust Protection ............ 221