2000 HONDA PASSPORT snow chains

Tractio
n

A decrease in driving, cornering, and braking traction occurs when
water, snow, ice, gravel, or other
materials are on the road. Vehicle speed should be adjusted to the
road conditions.
When driving on wet or slushy roads, a wedge of water can buildup between the tire and road. This
is known as hydroplaning and
may cause partial or complete loss
of traction, vehicle control, and
stopping ability. To reduce the
chance of traction loss, follow
these tips:
1. Slow down during rainstorms or when roads are slushy.
2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. 3. Replace tires when they are
worn to a point where 1/16inch (1.6 mm) or less tread
remains, or cord or fabric
can be seen.

4. Keep the tires properly inflated.
If your vehicle has snow tires, be sure they are the same size, load
range and construction type as your other tires. Vehicle speed should belimited to a maximum of 75 mph
(120 km/h) when equipped with
either passenger vehicle-typ e or
truck-type sno
w tires.
Tire Chains
To prevent tire chains from damaging your vehicle: Install the chains on the rear
tires as tightly as possible.Tighten them again after
driving 1/4 to 1/2 mile (0.4 to
0.8 kilometer). Using chains on
the front tires is not
recommended. They may contact the body and possibly
damage the vehicle. If youintend to use chains on the
front tires, be sure there is
enough clearance. Do not exceed 45 mph
(70 km/h) or the chain
manufacturer's suggested speed

limit if it is lower.
Drive in a restrained manner

and avoid large bumps,

potholes, severe turns or other
maneuvers that could cause the

vehicle to bounce up and down.
Follow the chain

manufacturer's instructions.

Drivin g Tip s

Safety Defects, Reporting ... 245
Safety Labels, Location of ... 45
Safety Messages ............ iv
Seat Belt
s ................ 4, 6

Additional Information ..... 38
Maintenance ......... 39
System Components ..... 38
Advice for Pregnant Women 16
Cleaning ............... 225
Fasten and Position ........ 13
Lap Belt ................. 39
Lap/Shoulder Belt ......... 38
Reminder Light ..... 6, 38, 59

Seats .................. 8, 87
Adjusting the ............ 88
Seat-Backs .......... 8, 89, 93
Self-Adjusting Brakes ...... 158 Serial Number ............ 228

Service
Intervals ..... 200, 201, 202, 203
Service Manual ........... 249
Service Station Information . . 193
Setting the Clock .......... 149
Shift Lever Position Indicator 74
Shift-on-the-Fly System ..... 216 Fluid Capacity .......... 235
Shifting The AutomaticTransmission ........... 74
The 5-Speed Transmission . 81
Side Marker Lights Bulb Replacement in ...... 239
Signaling Turns. See Lane Change, Signaling
Small Children, Protecting .... 29

Snow Chains ............. 164
Snow Tires ............... 164
Solvent-Type Cleaners . .
222, 223
Sound System ........ 121, 129
Spare Tire Inflating (Pressure)
.... 160, 235
Removal ................ 185 Specifications .......... 235
Spark Plugs Replacing .............. 219
Specifications .......... 231
Specifications Charts ....... 231
Speed Control ............ 143
Speedometer ............... 56
START (Ignition Key Position) 97

Starting the Engine ......... 153

With a Dead Battery ..... 180
Steam Coming From Engine . 186
Steering Column
Ignition Lock Switch ....... 97

Steering Wheel
Adjustment ............ 111

Anti-Theft Column Lock ... 98

Stereo Sound System ...
121, 129
Sun Visor ................ 110
Supplemental Restraint System .......... 7

Additional Information ..... 40
Additional
Safety Precautions ........ 43

Components ............. 40
Hazards .............. 4, 8
How the Airbag Works ... 41 How the SRS
Indicator Light Works ... 42
Service ................ 43
Tachometer ................ 56
Tailgate Operation ......... 104
Tape Player............... 124
Technical Descriptions, Emission Control Systems . . 245
Temperature Gauge ......... 58
Three-Way Catalytic Converter ....... 168

Tilt Steering Wheel ........ 111

Time, Setting the .......... 149

Tire Chains ............... 164
Tires .................... 159
Air Pressure ....
160, 194, 235
Checking Wear ......... 161
DOT Tire Quality Grading 247
How to Change a Flat .... 182
Inflation .......
160, 167, 194
Inspection ............. 161
Replacing .............. 162
Rotation ............... 162
Snow ................. 164 Spare ................. 185
Specifications .......... 235
Wear Indicators ......... 161
Tire Wrench .............. 184
Tools, Tire Changing ....... 184
Towing .................. 187 Emergency Wrecker(Tow Truck) .......... 188
Trailer ................ 174