2002 HONDA PASSPORT weight

182Driving Tips
There are no provisions in your
vehicle to tap into its hydraulic
braking system. Any attempt to
attach the trailer
’s brakes to your
vehicle’ s hydraulic braking
system, no matter how successful
it may seem, will lower braking
effectiveness and create a
potential hazard.
Equipment Check
Before operating your vehicle,
check all safety equipment to
ensure safe operation. Be sure
your vehicle is properly serviced
to avoid mechanical failure.
Check that your vehicle remains
level when the loaded or unloaded
trailer is hitched. Do not drive if
the rear end of your vehicle is
abnormally higher or lower.
Check for proper tongue weight,
overload, improper weight distribution, worn suspension, or
other possible causes.
Make sure the trailer load is
properly positioned and secured
so its does not shift around while
driving.
Check if your rearview mirrors
comply with federal, state and
local regulations. If not, confirm
the proper mirrors required for
towing and have them installed.
Perform an equipment check of
all braking, lighting and safety
equipment to ensure they are
working properly.
Your safety depends on proper
operation and installation of
equipment. Never operate a
vehicle with faulty equipment.
Standard on 4WD models
The limited slip differential is
designed to improve traction by
limiting wheelspin. If one rear
wheel begins to spin on a slippery
surface, the limited slip
differential will automatically
transmit driving force to the other
rear wheel.
Limited Slip Differential

220 Care and Maintenance
If the diaphragm inside the
reservoir cap is deformed, return
it to the original (collapsed)
condition, then tighten the cap.
It is normal for the brake fluid
level to go down slightly as the
front brake pads wear. So be sure
to keep the reservoir fluid at the
proper level.
If the reservoir needs frequent
refilling, it may indicate a serious
mechanical problem.
Brake fluid absorbs water from
the air. Never use brake fluid that
has been open to the air for an
extended period. Throw it away
and use new brake fluid from a
sealed container.

Brake fluid can damage your
vehicle’s paint. Thoroughly clean
up any brake fluid spills.
Shift-on-the-Fly System
The fluid level in the system should
be checked at the intervals shown
in the Maintenance Schedule.
FILLER
PLUG
Remove the filler plug and make
sure the fluid level is up to the
edge of the hole. If it is not, add
GL-5 gear oil to bring to that
level. Use the same
GL-5 gear oil
specified for the front axle (see
page 216).
Front Wheel Bearings
Clean and repack the front wheel
bearings whenever the front brake
pads are replaced. Due to the
weight of the tire and wheel
assembly it is recommended that
they be removed from the hub
before lubricating the bearings to
prevent damage to the oil seal.
“Long Fiber” grease should not be
used to lubricate the wheel bearings.
It can cause damage. Clean the old
grease out of the bearings and hubs
before repacking.

233Technical Data
equipment on the vehicle when it
was shipped from the factory. Be
sure to provide this information to
your authorized Honda dealer
when it is necessary to order
parts.
Vehicle Loading Information
The components of your vehicle
are designed to provide
satisfactory service only if the
vehicle is not loaded in excess of
either the Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating (
GVWR) or the maximum
front and rear Gross Axle Weight
Ratings (
GAWRs). These ratings
are listed on the Vehicle
Certification Label located on the
left door lock pillar.
Your Honda dealer can advise you
of the proper loading conditions
for your vehicle. The use of
selected heavier suspension
components for added durability
purposes does not increase any of
the weight ratings printed on the
Vehicle Certification Label.
Maximum Front and Rear
Axle Weight
The weight of the cargo load must
be properly distributed over both
the front and rear axles. The
Certification Label shows the
maximum weight that the front
axle (front
GAWR) can carry. It
also shows the maximum weight
that the rear axle (rear
GAWR) can
carry. The
GVWR represents the
maximum permissible loaded
weight of the vehicle and takes
into account the engine,
transmission, frame, springs,
brake, axle, and tire capabilities.
Actual loads on the front and rear
axles can only be determined by
weighing the vehicle. This can be
done at highway weight stations
or other such commercial weigh
stations. Consult your Honda
dealer for assistance. The cargo
Vehicle Loading

234Technical Data
load should be distributed on both
sides as equally as possible.
Effect on Warranty
Your Limited Warranty on your
new Honda vehicle does not apply
to any part of your vehicle that
has been subject to misuse. Any
part which fails because of
overloading is considered misuse.
Vehicle Certification Label
The Certification Label shows
the
GVWR and the front and rear
GAWRs for your vehicle.
Gross Vehicle Weight (
GVW) is
the weight of the originally
equipped vehicle and all items
added to it after it has left the
factory. This includes the driver
and all occupants, and the load the
vehicle is carrying. The
GVW
must not exceed the GVWR. Also,
the front and rear gross axle
weight must not exceed the front
and rear
GAWRs.

Technical Data243
Light Bulbs
ApplicationBulb No.QuantityRating
Candlepower
Front Lights
Headlight – Halogen
Fog
Turn signal & Parking light
Sidemarker9004
10342
2
265/45 watts
55 watts 21/5
Rear LightsBack-up
License
Tail, Stop & Sidemarker
Turn signal
High-mounted stop light1156
–
1157
1156 –2
2
2
2
427 watts
5 watts
27/8 watts
27
5 watts
Interior Illumination A/C-heater cont.
Dome light
Instrument cluster
Stop light
Luggage light
Step light74
–
158/74 –
–
–1
1
3/6 or 2 2
1
41.4
7 watts 2/1.4
5 watts
5 watts
5 watts
Dimensions and Weights
Model2WD4WD
Wheelbase–106.4 in. (2,702 mm)
Overall
Spare tire:
under floor178.2 in. (4,525 mm)OverallLengthSpare tire: tailgate184.2 in. (4,678 mm)
OverallLX, EX70.4 in. (1,784 mm)OverallWidthEX-L71.1 in. (1, 805 mm)
OverallHeightP225/75R1668.6 in. (1,743 mm)Height
(At curb Wt.)P245/70R1668.8 in. (1,748 mm)
Tread Front59 6 in (1 515 mm)Tread Front59.6 in. (1,515 mm)
Tread Rear59 8 in (1 520 mm)Tread Rear59.8 in. (1,520 mm)
GVWR–4,950 lb
(2,250 kg)5,200 lb
(2,360 kg)
Note: GVWR—Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

259
Foreign Countries, Operation in
173. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Filling the Fuel Tank
197. . . . .
Fuel Fill Cap
197. . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Gauge
59. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Low Fuel Indicator
64. . . . . .
Octane Requirement
200. . . . .
Oxygenated
200. . . . . . . . . . . .
Recommendation
198. . . . . . . .
Tank Capacity
198, 237. . . . . .
Fuel Injection System
249. . . . . .
Fuses Checking the
193, 240. . . . . . .
Locations
240. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
G
Gas Mileage, Improving170. . . . Gasohol
200. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gasoline
200. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
See also Fuel
Octane Requirement
200. . . . .
Tank, Filling the
197. . . . . . . . . . . .
Gas Station Procedures
197. . . . .
Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature
60. . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel
59. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Speedometer
58. . . . . . . . . . .
Tachometer
58. . . . . . . . . . . .
GAWR (Gross Axle
Weight Rating)
233. . . . . . . . . . .
Gearshift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission
76. .
5-Speed Transmission
83. . . .
Glass Cleaning
230. . . . . . . . . . . . Glove Box
114. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GVWR (Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating)
233. . . . . . . . . .
H
Halogen Headlight Bulbs243. . . .
Hazard Warning Flasher
76. . . .
Head Restraints
8, 12, 93. . . . . . .
Headlights
72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
High Beam Indicator
62. . . . .
High Beams
72. . . . . . . . . . . .
On, Reminder
73. . . . . . . . . .
Replacing Halogen Bulbs
243.
Turning on
72. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Heating and Cooling
120. . . . . . .
High-Low Beam Switch
72. . . .
Hood Release
109, 199. . . . . . . . .
Horn
115. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hydroplaning
168. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Carrying Cargo
You'll probably take a cooler,
picnic supplies or other cargo on an
off-road
trip. Since some bouncing
is almost inevitable when driving
off-road
, it's very important to store
and secure cargo
properly. Follow
these guidelines and limits:
The
maximum load you can
carry in and on your vehicle
can

be found on the chart
opposite.
These figures include the
weight of all occupants, cargo, accessories, and the tongue
weight if you are towing a
trailer (see next page).
Distribute cargo evenly on the
floor of the cargo area, placing the heaviest items on thebottom
and as far forward as
possible. Off-Road Driving Information

Secure all items so they cannot
fly
forward and injure you or
you

r passengers if you brake
hard,
hit an obstacle, or are
involved

in a collision.
If you want to put cargo on the
roof,

use a roof rack, secure all
items,

and make sure the cargo
does

not exceed 200 pounds. Towing a Trailer
You may be able to safely tow a
lightweight

trailer (such as a
motorcycle trailer or small tent
trailer)

off-road if you follow
these guidelines:
Do not exceed a trailer weight
of 1,000 pounds (including
cargo) or a tongue weight of 100

pounds. (Tongue weight should be about 10% of the
trailer weight.)
Try

to stay on smooth, level
dirt

roads, and avoid driving in
hilly terrain.
Allow extra room for starting,stopping,
and turning.
Slow down if you encounter
bumps
or other obstacles.
Extr

a Equipment and Supplies
We strongly recommend that you
DO NOT carry extra fuel. Gasoline is highly flammable and
explosive.
It cannot be safely
carried

inside the vehicle or
strapped to the top or rear. The
best thing to do is fill up your tank
before
you leave pavement. Off-Road Driving Information