2002 HONDA PASSPORT air condition

221Care and Maintenance
Hood Latch and Hinges
Lubricate the hood latch assembly
and hood hinge assembly as
follows:
1. Wipe off any accumulation ofdirt or contamination on the
latch parts.
2. Apply multipurpose-type grease (
NLGI No. 1 or 2) to
the hood latch pin cam.
3. Apply light engine oil to all pivot points in the release
mechanism.
4. Lubricate hood hinges with multipurpose-type grease
(
NLGI No. 1 or 2).
5. Check the hood hinges and latch mechanism to assure
they are working correctly.
Air Conditioning
Periodically have your Honda
dealer check your air conditioning
system to be sure there has been
no loss in cooling output. See
your Honda dealer if you suspect
that the system is not performing
as it should.
Body Lubrication
Normal use of a vehicle causes
metal-to-metal movement at certain
points in the body. Noise, wear and
improper operation at these points
will result when a protective film
of lubricant is not provided.
For exposed surfaces such as door
checks, door lock bolts, lock
striker plates, etc., apply a thin
film of light engine oil.
Any lubricant should be used
sparingly. After application, all excess lubricant should be
carefully wiped off.
The seat adjusters and seat track
should be lubricated with water-
resistant
EP chassis lubricant.
There are other points on the
vehicle body which may
occasionally require lubrication.
Window regulators and controls
are confined in the space between
the upholstery and the outside
door panel. Easy access to the
working parts may be made by
removing the trim. Door
weatherstrips and rubber hood
bumpers should be lightly coated
with a rubber lubricant.

222Care and Maintenance
Front (4WD Only) and Rear
Propeller Shaft
Lubricate the sliding yoke with
EP chassis grease. Lubricate
universal joints with grease
containing MoS
2 (molybdenum
disulfide-type grease) at the
intervals shown in the
Maintenance Schedule. Also
check the propeller shaft
flange-to-pinion bolts for proper
torque of 64 N⋅ m (46.3 lb-ft).
Most lubrication recommendations
and procedures for four-wheel drive-
equipped vehicles are the same
for the corresponding components
in conventional drive vehicles.
Exhaust System
Check the complete exhaust
system and nearby body areas for
damaged, missing, or
mispositioned parts, open seams, holes, loose connections, or other
deterioration that could allow
exhaust fumes to seep into the
passenger compartment or cause
heat build-up in the floor pan. Any
necessary corrections should be
made immediately. For continued
safety, exhaust system pipes and
resonators rearward of the muffler
must be replaced whenever a new
muffler is installed.
Fuel Line and Fuel Tank/Cap
Inspect the fuel tank, cap and lines
for damage that could cause
leakage. Inspect the fuel cap and
gasket for correct sealing ability
and indications of physical
damage. Replace any damaged or
malfunctioning parts.
Drive Belt
Check the belt driving the
alternator, power steering pump,
and air conditioning compressor.
Look for cracks, fraying, and
wear. Replace as necessary.
Timing Belt
The timing belt should normally
be replaced at the intervals shown
in the Maintenance Schedule.
Valve Clearance
Incorrect valve clearance will
result in increased engine noise
and lower engine output, thereby
adversely affecting engine
performance.

236Technical Data
Cooling System
Radiator typeTube and corrugated fins pressure type
Capacity11.2 U.S. quarts (10.6 liters) for MT
11.1 U.S. quarts (10.5 liters) for AT
ThermostatWax pellet type 170
F (76.5
C)
Air Conditioning
Refrigerant typeR-134a
Charge quantity22.9 oz (650g)
Lubricant typePAG oil
Clutch
TransmissionMUA
Clutch size10.24 in. (260 mm)
TypeDry single plate disc with diaphragm spring
Clutch control
operationHydraulic
Clutch pedal
free play0.2 in. – 0.6 in.
(5 mm – 15 mm)

242Technical Data
Fuse Box: Engine Compartment
AmperageApplicability
115AHazard Warning Light
210AHorn
3––––
420ABlower
510AAir conditioner
6––––
7––––
810AHeadlight; left
910AHeadlight; right
1015AFog lights
1110AO2 Sensor
1220AFuel pump
1315AECM
14––––
1560APower distribution
16100AMain
1760AABS
1830ACondenser fan
19––––

248Owner Assistance
If you believe that your vehicle
has a defect which could cause a
crash or could cause injury or
death, you should immediately
inform the National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration
(
NHTSA) in addition to notifying
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
If
NHTSA receives similar
complaints, it may open an
investigation, and if it finds that a
safety defect exists in a group of
vehicles, it may order a recall and
remedy campaign. However,
NHTSA cannot become involved
in individual problems between
you, your dealer, or American
Honda Motor Co., Inc. To contact
NHTSA, you may
either call the Auto Safety Hotline
toll free at 1-800-424-9393 (or
202-366-0123 in the Washington,
D.C. area) or write to:
NHTSA
U.S. Department of Transportation
Washington, D.C. 20590
You can also obtain other
information about motor vehicle
safety from the Hotline. The burning of gasoline in your
vehicle’
s engine produces several
by-products. Some of these are
carbon monoxide (
CO), oxides of
nitrogen (
NOx), and hydrocarbons
(
HC). Gasoline evaporating from
the tank also produces
hydrocarbons. Controlling the
production of
NOx, CO, and HC is
important to the environment.
Under certain conditions of
sunlight and climate,
NOx and HC
react to form photochemical
“smog.” Carbon monoxide does
not contribute to smog creation,
but it is a poisonous gas.
The Clean Air Act
The United States Clean Air Act
sets standards for automobile
emissions. It also requires that
automobile manufacturers explain
to owners how their emissions
controls work and what to do to
Emissions ControlsReporting Safety Defects

249Owner Assistance
maintain
them. This section
summarizes how the emissions
controls work. Scheduled
maintenance is on page 204.
Crankcase Emissions
Control System
Your vehicle has a Positive
Crankcase Ventilation System.
This keeps gasses that build up in
the engine ’s crankcase from going
into the atmosphere. The Positive
Crankcase Ventilation valve routes
them from the crankcase back to
the intake manifold. They are then
drawn into the engine and burned.
Evaporative Emissions
Control System
As gasoline evaporates in the fuel
tank, an evaporative emission
control canister filled with
charcoal adsorbs the vapor. It is
stored in this canister while the engine is off. After the engine is
started and warmed up, the vapor
is drawn into the engine and
burned during driving.
Onboard Refueling Vapor
Recovery
The Onboard Refueling Vapor
Recovery (ORVR) system captures
the fuel vapors during refueling.
The vapors are adsorbed in a
canister filled with activated
carbon. While driving, the fuel
vapors are drawn into the engine
and burned off.
Exhaust Emissions Controls
The exhaust emission controls
include four systems: Fuel
Injection, Ignition Timing Control,
Exhaust Gas Recirculation, and
Three-Way Catalytic Converter.
These four systems work together
to control the engine
’s combustion and minimize the amount of HC,
CO, and NOx that comes out the
tailpipe. The exhaust emission
control systems are separate from
the crankcase and evaporative
emission control systems.
Fuel Injection System
The Fuel Injection System uses
sequential multiport fuel injection.
It has three subsystems: Air
Intake, Engine Control, and Fuel
Control. The Engine Control
Module (
ECM) uses various
sensors to determine how much
air is going into the engine. It then
controls how much fuel to inject
under all operating conditions.
Ignition Timing Control System
This system constantly adjusts the
ignition timing, reducing the amount
of HC, CO and NOx produced.

255
A
ABS.
See Anti-Lock Brake
System
Accessories, Installation
173. . . .
ACCESSORY
(Ignition Key Position)101. . . . .

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Airbags (SRS)7. . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Air Cleaner Filter170, 214. . . . . .
Air Conditioning Maintenance
221. . . . . . . . . . .
Usage
120. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Air Filter. See Air Cleaner Filter
Air Outlets (Vents)
124. . . . . . . . .
Air Pressure, Tires
239. . . . . . . . . Alcohol and Driving
4. . . . . . . .
Alcohol in Gasoline
200. . . . . . . .
Alternator Belt. See Drive Belts
Antifreeze
217. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Anti-Lock Brake System Indicator
67. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation
159. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Anti-Theft Steering Column Lock
102. . . .
System
152. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appearance Care. See Cleaning
Ashtray
116. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Assist Grip
115. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audio System
125. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic Transmission
76. . . .
Capacity, Fluid
237. . . . . . . . . .
Driving Pattern Selector
81. .
Fluid Temperature Indicator
70
Oil Temperature Indicator70.
Shift Lever Position Indicator
76. . . . . . .
Shift Lock
78. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transfer Control, 4
WD80. . .
B
Battery198. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Charging System Indicator
62
Jump Starting184. . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance
198. . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications
238. . . . . . . . . .
Before Driving
156. . . . . . . . . . . .
Belts, Seat
6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Additional Information
41. . .
Beverage Holder
113. . . . . . . . . .
Body Repair
225. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brakes Anti-Lock Brake System
159. .
Brake System Indicator
61. . .
Index

and other useful information.
Recreational
vehicle clubs can put
you in touch with other drivers,
and

off-road magazines publish
first-hand

descriptions of driving

locations.

To help keep off-road driving areas open, stay on roads, trails
and open areas approved for
off-highway

vehicles (OHVs).
Please respect no trespassing
signs, and don't drive on private

property

without permission. Check Out Your Vehicle
Off-road driving can be hard on a
vehicle, requiring extra attention to maintenance. Before driving
off-road,
be sure all scheduled
maintenance

and service has been
done, and that you have also inspected

your vehicle. Pay
special

attention to the condition
of the tires and use a gauge to
check

the tire pressures. Improperly
inflated tires can be
more

easily damaged by rocks
and

other hard or sharp objects.
Do not let air out of your tires unless

you can reinflate them
soon after returning to pavement,
and remember to periodically
inspect the tires for signs of
damage

, especially if you hit a
large or sharp rock. Off-Road Driving Information