2002 HONDA PASSPORT oil temperature

47Driver and Passenger Safety
Your vehicle’
s exhaust contains
carbon monoxide gas. You should
have no problem with carbon
monoxide entering the vehicle in
normal driving if you maintain
your vehicle properly. Have the
exhaust system inspected for leaks
whenever:
•The vehicle is raised for an oil
change.
•You notice a change in the
sound of the exhaust.
•The vehicle was in an accident
that may have damaged the
underside.
Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Breathing it can cause
unconsciousness and even kill
you.
Avoid any enclosed areas or
activities that expose you to
carbon monoxide.
High levels of carbon monoxide
can collect rapidly in enclosed
areas, such as a garage. Do not
run the engine with the garage
door closed. Even with the door
open, run the engine only long
enough to move the vehicle out of
the garage.
With the tailgate glass open, air
flow can pull exhaust gas into the
interior. This can create a
hazardous condition. If you must drive with the tailgate glass open,
open all the windows and set the
heating and cooling system as
shown below.
If you must sit in your parked
vehicle, even in an unconfined
area, with the engine running,
adjust the heating and cooling
system as follows:
1. Slide the lever to .
2. Turn the dial to
mode.
3. Turn the fan on high speed.
4. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.
Carbon Monoxide Hazard

57Instruments and Controls
Indicators and Gauges
ENGINE COOLANT
TEMPERATURE GAUGEANTI-LOCK BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR
A/T OIL TEMP
INDICATOR LIGHT
(A/T only)
CHECK TRANS
INDICATOR LIGHT
(A/T only) SRS INDICATOR LIGHT
CHECK ENGINE
INDICATOR LIGHT
TACHOMETER
TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR LIGHT
4-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD)
INDICATOR LIGHT
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LIGHT
SPEEDOMETER
ODOMETER TRIP ODOMETER
RESET KNOB
CHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR LIGHT BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR LIGHT
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR LIGHT TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR LIGHT
FUEL GAUGE
SEAT BELT
REMINDER
LIGHT
CRUISE SET
INDICATOR LIGHT
WINTER DRIVE
INDICATOR LIGHT
POWER DRIVE
INDICATOR LIGHT
TRIP ODOMETER
LOW FUEL
INDICATOR LIGHT
REDUCED POWER
INDICATOR LIGHT

70Instruments and Controls
Automatic Transmission
Fluid Temperature Indicator
The “A/T OIL TEMP” indicator
light warns that the automatic
transmission fluid temperature is
high.
The indicator light should turn on
when the ignition switch is turned
to the “
ON” position, but should
go out after a few seconds. If this light comes on while you are
driving, slow down and pull off the
road. Stop the vehicle at a safe
place and put the shift lever in
“
P”
position. With the engine idling,
wait until the light goes off. If the
light goes off, you can drive the
vehicle again. If the light does not
go off, have the automatic
transmission lubricating system
checked as soon as possible by
your Honda dealer.

Driving with the “
A/T OIL TEMP”
light constantly on will cause
serious mechanical damage to the
automatic transmission.
Windshield Wiper/Washer
The lever on the right side of the
steering column controls the
windshield wipers. Move the lever
down to select the various
windshield wiper speeds.
In INT, the wipers operate every
few seconds. In
LO and HIGH, the
wipers run continuously.
In
INT, you can vary how often the
Switches

190In Case of Emergency
Reverse this procedure to store
the spare tire. Connect the spare
tire to the bracket with the outside
of the wheel facing up. Make sure
the tire does not catch on any part
of the underbody of the vehicle as
you are raising it, and that the
spare tire is stored securely before
driving.
If the engine overheats:
•The engine coolant temperature
gauge pointer will move up to
the
“
H” or higher.
•Engine “ping” will become
excessive.
•Loss of engine power will be
noticed.
•Either steam or boiling water
will squirt out of the radiator.
If you find that the engine is
overheating:
•Stop the vehicle, and turn on
the hazard warning lights.
•If you see or hear steam or
coolant coming from the
engine compartment, turn off
the engine immediately.
Steam and spray from an
overheated engine can
seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam
is coming out.
•
If you do not see or hear steam
or spray, turn off the
A/C (if
on) and run the engine at a
speed slightly higher than idle
speed (about 1,500 rpm) for
several minutes. Watch the
coolant temperature gauge. If it
remains at the “
H” mark, turn
off the engine.
•Open the hood only after all
signs of steam or hot coolant
spray have stopped. Look for
signs of an obvious leak, such
as a split radiator hose. If you
Engine Overheating

213Care and Maintenance
Oil Viscosity
Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has
an effect on fuel economy. Lower
viscosity engine oils can provide
increased fuel economy; however,
higher temperature weather
conditions require higher viscosity
engine oils for satisfactory
lubrication. To get the best fuel
economy with your vehicle, you
should use a fuel-saving engine oil
of the proper viscosity. These oils
can be found in service stations andother retail stores. They are
identified by words such as
“Energy Saving,” “Conserves
Gasoline,” “Gas Saving,”
“Gasoline Saving,” “Friction
Reducing,” “Improved Gasoline
Mileage” or “Fuel Saving.”
The chart lists the recommended
engine oil viscosities for the
temperature range you expect
before the next oil change. For
temperatures above 0

F (–18
C),
SAE 10W–30 is the preferred viscosity grade. If cold-weather
starting problems are encountered
at temperatures below 0

F
(–18
C), SAE 5W–30 viscosity
oils may be required.
Oil Level Check
It is the owner ’s responsibility to
keep the engine oil at the proper
level. Check the oil level at regular
intervals (such as every other fuel
stop) and keep it above the
“minimum” level mark.
Remember, your engine may use
more oil when it is new.
The best time to check the engine
oil level is when the oil is warm,
such as during a fuel stop. Shut off
the engine and wait about 5 minutes
for the oil to drain back to the oil
pan. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it
clean, and push it back down all the
way. Now pull out the dipstick and
–20 F 0 F
– 30 C –20 C –10 C 20 F
40 F
0 C 10 C 20 C
60 F
80 F
30 C 40 C
100 F
TEMPERATURE RANGE YOU EXPECT BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE
VISCOSITY GRADE – AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
SAE 5W–30
SAE 10W–30, PREFERRED
SAE 15W–40, 20W–40, 20W–50

215Care and Maintenance
Never run the engine with the air
cleaner filter removed. If the
engine should backfire, it could
possibly cause an engine
compartment fire.
Be sure to reinstall the air cleaner
filter and assembly correctly. If it
is installed incorrectly, engine
damage could result.
See the Maintenance Schedule to
find out how often the lubricant
level should be checked.
Check that the fluid level reaches
the plug hole by removing the
filler plug on the transmission and
transfer case. If the fluid level is
low, refill the case up to the filler
plug hole.
Use a high-quality engine oil
labeled SG or SF that is of the
correct viscosity for existing
ambient temperatures as follows.
Ambient
TemperatureViscosity
Lubricant
to Be Used
Areas where
ambient
temperatures of
90
F (32
C) and
higher are regularly
encountered.
SAE 15W-40 20W-40
20W-50
Other areasSAE 5W-30
(2WD)
OIL FILL PLUG
DRAIN PLUG
(4WD)
OIL FILL PLUG
DRAIN PLUG
RIGHT SIDE
LEFT SIDE
Manual Transmission Fluid

216Care and Maintenance
Proper Fluid
Kind of Fluid
TransmissionDEXRON III
Transfer
(4WD)SAE 5W-30
(Engine oil)
Have the fluid level in the
automatic transmission checked
during the regularly scheduled
maintenance at your Honda
dealer.
If you suspect an automatic
transmission fluid leak, take the
vehicle to your Honda dealer for
inspection and repair.
Transmission damage could result
if you let the fluid level get too
low.
Drain Intervals
The automatic transmission drain
interval is not time or mileage
dependent. It will vary according
to your driving habits and vehicle
usage.
Your dealer will check the
transmission fluid’s condition and
life expectancy during regularly
scheduled maintenance, and
inform you at what mileage it
should be changed. See the Maintenance Schedule
List to determine how often the
lubricant should be changed. Add
lubricant, if needed, by filling to
the level of the filler plug hole.
Use
GL-5 gear lubricant of the
proper viscosity as shown in the
chart.
If your vehicle is equipped with
the optional limited slip
differential (on the rear axle), use
GL-5 Limited Slip Differential
Gear Lubricant together with
Limited Slip Differential Gear
Lubricant Additive (Part No.
8-01052-358-0) or equivalent.
Use the correct viscosity for the
existing ambient temperatures.
Automatic Transmission FluidFront (4WD)
and Rear Axles

217Care and Maintenance
Recommended Lubricant
Ambient
TemperatureLubricant Viscosity to Be Used
Rear
AxleFront Axle
Below 50
F(10
C)
SAE 80
or SAE80W-90
SAE
75W-90
synthetic
0
F to 90h
F(–18
C to
32
C)
SAE 90
or SAE
80W-90
SAE
75W-90
synthetic
Above 50
F(10
C)
consistentlySAE
140SAE
80W-90
or SAE
80W
-140
The engine cooling system is
designed to maintain the engine at
the proper operating temperatures.
The cooling system was filled at
the factory with a quality engine
coolant. The engine cooling system
is designed to use coolant (a
mixture of water and ethylene
glycol antifreeze) rather than plain
water. The engine coolant solution
should be used year-round. It has
many advantages such as:
•provides freezing protection as
low as –33
F (–36
C)
• provides boiling protection up
to 262
F (128
C)
•protects against rust and
corrosion in the cooling system
• maintains the proper engine
temperature for efficient
operation and emission control
•allows proper operation of the
engine coolant temperature gauge See the Maintenance Schedule in
this section to find out when the
engine coolant must be replaced.
Checking the Coolant Level
Check the engine coolant level at
the interval shown in the
Maintenance Schedule unless there
is evidence of leaking or
overheating. The engine coolant
level should be between the
maximum and the minimum level
marks on the radiator reserve tank.
Engine Cooling System