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The air conditioning f ilter removes
pollen and dust that is brought in
f rom the outside through the heating
andcoolingsystem.
This f ilter should be replaced every
30,000 miles (48,000 km) under
normal conditions. It should be
replaced every 15,000 miles (24,000
km) if you drive primarily in urban
areas that have high concentrations
of soot in the air f rom industry and
diesel-powered vehicles. Replace it
more of ten if air f low f rom the
climate control system becomes less
than usual. Have the air conditioning
f ilter replaced by your Honda dealer.
Check the condition of the drive
belts (two on 4-cylinder models, one
on 6-cylinder models). Examine the
edges of each belt for cracks or
f raying.
Check the tension of each belt by
pushingonitwithyourthumb
midway between the pulleys.
The belts should have the f ollowing
‘‘play’’ or def lection. (On vehicles with A/C)
(On vehicles without A/C)
Alternator belt:
Power steering belt:
4-cylinder models
Drive Belts
A ir Conditioning Filter
A ir Conditioning Filter, Drive Belts
Maint enance
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0.41 0.49 in (10.5 12.5 mm)
0.51 0.63 in (13.0 16.0 mm)
