2002 HONDA PASSPORT oil type

212Care and Maintenance
Change the oil and oil filter every
3,750 miles (6,000 kilometers) or
every three months if you drive
under one or more of these
“severe driving” conditions:
•Driving in dusty areas
•Towing a trailer
•Frequent idling or idling for
long periods
•Frequent short trips (4 miles [6
kilometers] or less) in cold or
freezing weather, where the
engine does not thoroughly
warm up.
•Change the oil and oil filter as
soon as possible after driving in
a dust storm.
Oil Change
Changing the oil and filter requires
special tools and access from
underneath the vehicle. The vehicle
should be raised on a service
station-type hydraulic lift for this
service. Unless you have the
knowledge and proper equipment,
you should have this maintenance
done by a skilled mechanic.
1. Warm up the engine. This
makes the oil drain faster and
more thoroughly.
2. Remove the oil filler cap.
3. Remove the drain plug and drain oil fully.
4. Install the drain plug, with a new gasket, and tighten it.
5. Fill the engine with the proper amount of new oil (see
“Specifications”). Oil Filter Installation
1. Remove the old oil filter with
the filter wrench.
2. Apply a light coat of engine oil to the oil filter gasket.
3. Hand-tighten the filter until the gasket contacts the sealing
face.
4. Using the filter wrench, tighten the filter one full turn.
5. Run the engine and inspect for leaks.
6. Shut off the engine. After a couple of minutes, check the
oil level. If necessary, add oil
to bring it to the
FULL mark.

An improperly installed oil filter
can result in severe engine
damage.

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.

226Care and Maintenance
been coated with corrosion
protectants.
At least every spring, flush these
materials from the underbody
with plain water. Take care to
thoroughly clean any areas where
mud and other debris can collect.
Sediment packed in closed areas
of the frame should be loosened
before being flushed.
With the use of modern trim
materials it is very important that
proper cleaning techniques and
cleaners be used. Failure to do
this on the first cleaning may
result in water spots, spot rings or
setting of stains, all of which
make it more difficult to remove
on a second cleaning.
The portion of the following
cleaning instructions that are in
ALL CAPITAL LETTERS are
especially important and
MUST
be followed.
Dust and loose dirt that
accumulate on interior fabrics
should be removed often with a
vacuum cleaner or soft brush.
Vinyl or leather trim should be
wiped regularly with a clean
damp cloth. Normal trim soil,
spots or stains can be cleaned with
conventional cleaners.
Remember These Basic Steps
Before Cleaning
1. Remove stains as quickly as possible before they become
“set.”
2. Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area
often. (
A SOFT brush may be
used if stains persist.)
3. Use solvent-type cleaners only in a well ventilated area; also,
do not saturate the stained
area.
4. If a ring forms after spot cleaning, clean the entire area
IMMEDIATELY.
5. Follow specific instructions onthe cleaning products’ labels.
Interior

227Care and Maintenance
Cleaning Fabric
Cleaning General Soilage or
Water Spots From Fabric Trim
Multipurpose powdered cleaner is
excellent for this type of cleaning
and for cleaning panel sections
where small cleaning rings may
be left from spot cleaning.
•Vacuum the area thoroughly to
remove loose dirt.
•ALWAYS clean a full trim
assembly or complete trim
section. Mask surrounding trim
along stitch or welt-lines.
•Mix the multipurpose
powdered cleaner in strict
accordance with the directions
on the label of its container.
Mix in proportion for smaller
quantities.
•USE SUDS ONLY ON A
CLEAN SPONGE OR SOFT
BRISTLE BRUSH. DO NOT
SATURATE FABRIC OR RUB
HARSHLY WITH THE
BRUSH
.
•
IMMEDIATELY AFTER
CLEANING, WIPE OFF
EXCESS CLEANER WITH A
SLIGHTLY DAMP ABSORBENT
TOWEL OR CLOTH
.
•
IMMEDIATELY AFTER
WIPING, FORCE-DRY THE
FABRIC WITH AN AIR HOSE,
HEAT DRYER, OR HEAT
LAMP
. Use caution if you are
using a heat dryer or heat lamp
so you do not damage the
fabric.
•When trim materials that have a
sheen or lustrous finish are dry,
wipe them with a soft, clean
cloth to restore the sheen. Spot Cleaning Fabric
With Solvent Cleaner
Before trying to remove a spot or
stain from fabric, determine as
accurately as you can what kind of
spot or stain it is and how long it
has been there. Some spots or
stains can be removed with water
or mild soap solution (see
“Removal of Specific Stains
”).
Spots or stains should always be
removed as soon as possible.
Some types of stains or soilage,
such as lipstick, inks and grease,
are very difficult (sometimes
impossible) to completely remove.
When cleaning this type of stain or
soilage be sure not to enlarge the
soiled area. Fabric cleaner (solvent
type) is excellent for spot-cleaning
grease, oil or fat stains.

228Care and Maintenance
•Gently scrape the stain off trim
material with a clean,
DULL
knife or scraper. USE VERY
LITTLE CLEANER
, light
pressure, and a clean cloth
(preferably cheesecloth).
Cleaning should be from the
outside of the stain,
“
FEATHERING” towards the
center. Keep changing to a clean
section of the cloth.
•When the stain is cleaned from
the fabric, immediately dry the
area with an air hose, heat dryer
or heat lamp to help prevent a
cleaning ring. (Use caution with
a heat dryer or lamp to prevent
damage to fabric.)
•If a ring forms, immediately
repeat the cleaning operation
over a slightly larger area with
emphasis on “
FEATHERING”
towards its center. If a ring still remains, mask off surrounding
trim sections and clean the entire
affected area with a
multipurpose powered cleaner
(as described under
“Cleaning
General Soilage or Water Spots
From Fabric Trim ”).
Removal of Specific Stains
Grease or Oil Stains
These include grease, oil, butter,
margarine, shoe polish, coffee
with cream, chewing gum,
cosmetic creams, vegetable oils,
wax crayon, tar and asphalts.
•Carefully scrape off excess
stain; then use fabric cleaner
(solvent type) as previously
described.
•Shoe polish, wax crayons, tar
and asphalt will stain if allowed
to remain on trim; they should
be removed as soon as possible.
Use caution as cleaner will
dissolve them and may cause
them to “bleed. ”
Non-Greasy Stains
These include catsup, coffee
(black), egg, fruit juice, milk, soft
drinks, wine, vomit and blood.
•Carefully scrape off excess
stain; then sponge stain with
cool water.
•If a stain remains, use a
multipurpose powdered cleaner
(foam type) as previously
described.

229Care and Maintenance
•If an odor persists after
cleaning vomit or urine, treat
area with a water-baking soda
solution: 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters)
baking soda to 1 cup (250
milliliters) of warm water.
•Finally, if needed, clean lightly
with a fabric cleaner (solvent
type).
Combination Stains
These include candy, ice cream,
mayonnaise, chili sauce and
unknown stains.
•Carefully scrape off excess
stain; then clean with cool
water and allow to dry.
•If stain remains, clean with a
fabric cleaner (solvent type).
Cleaning Vinyl or Leather Trim
Ordinary soilage can be removed
from vinyl or leather with warm
water and a mild soap such as
saddle soap, oil soap or
equivalent.
•Apply a small amount of soap
solution and allow it to soak for
a few minutes to loosen dirt;
then rub briskly with a clean,
damp cloth to remove dirt and
traces of soap. (This may be
repeated several times, if
necessary.)
•Some compounds such as tar,
asphalt, shoe polish etc. will
stain if allowed to remain on
trim. They should be wiped off
as quickly as possible and the
area cleaned with a clean cloth
dampened with vinyl cleaner
(solvent type).
Seat Belt Care
•Clean seat belts only with mild
soap and lukewarm water.
•Do not bleach or dye belts
since this may severely weaken
them.

Technical Data235
These specifications are given here for information only. Before using them, see the cautions and other instructions
throughout this manual. For further information, see the Service Manual covering the cha\
ssis or body parts in question.
Your Honda dealer may also be able to help.
Engine
Engine modelV632LItemV6-3.2L
Engine typeWater cooled 4-stroke, 75
V
Piston displacement193.1 cu.in. (3,165 cc)
Number of cylinders6
Compression ratio9.1:1
Spark plugsPK16PR11
Spark plug gap0.04 in. (1.05 mm)
Oil filterFull-flow cartridge type
Oil capacity (Original factory fill or rebuilt engine)6.3 U.S. quarts (6.0 liters)
*Oil capacity (Service change)
with filter change
without filter change
5.0 U.S. quarts (4.7 liters)
4.2 U.S. quarts (4.0 liters)
Idle speed750 rpm
Valve clearance (Cold)Intake
Exhaust0.011
0.002 in. (0.28
0.05 mm)
0.012
0.002 in. (0.30
0.05 mm)
* Oil capacities shown are approximate refill capacities.
* After refill, recheck oil level.
Specifications

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)