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An auto-tensioner adjusts the tension
of the drive belt. The pointer on the
auto-tensioner should be in the
proper range. It should be checked
accordingtothetimeanddistance
recommendations in the
maintenance schedule. Check the condition of the drive belt.
Examine the edges of the belt f or
cracks or fraying. The timing belt should normally be
replaced at the intervals shown in
the maintenance schedule.
In very high temperatures
(over 110°F, 43°C).
In very low temperatures
(under 20°F, 29°C).
Replace these belts at 60,000 miles
(U.S.) or 100,000 km (Canada) if you
regularly drive your car in one or
more of these conditions:
If the pointer is out of this range or
you see signs of wear, have the drive
belt replaced by your Honda dealer
as soon as possible.
6-cylinder models only
Timing Belt
Drive Belt
Maint enance
Drive Belt, Timing Belt
332
POINTER
Proper range
4-cylinder models 6-cylinder modelsPOINTER
Proper
range

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If you check the pressure when the
tires are hot [the car has been driven
several miles (kilometers)], you will
see readings 4 to 6 psi (30 to 40 kPa,
0.3to 0.4 kgf /cm ) higher than the
cold reading. This is normal. Do not
let air out to match the specif ied cold
pressure. The tire will be
underinf lated.
Youshouldgetyourowntire
pressure gauge and use it whenever
you check your tire pressures. This
will make it easier f or you to tell if a
pressure loss is due to a tire problem
and not due to a variation between
gauges.
The following chart shows the
recommended cold tire pressures f or
most normal driving conditions and
speeds. Tire pressures f or high
speed driving are the same as f or
normal driving. Thecompactsparetirepressureis:
For convenience, the recommended
tire sizes and cold air pressures are
on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.
For additional technical information
about your tires, see page .
Tubeless tires have some ability to
self -seal if they are punctured.
However, because leakage is of ten
very slow, you should look closely
for punctures if a tire starts losing
pressure.
400Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure
for Normal Driving
Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure for Normal Driving
Front:
Rear:
Front:
Rear:
EX-V6 with M/T EX, LX-V6 and EX-V6 with A/T
1
2
All models
4-cylinder LX model
All models except 4-cylinder LX
Tires
Maint enance
Recommended T ire Pressures f or
Normal Driving
334
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm)
P205/60R16 91V
P215/50R17 93V 32 psi (220 kPa ,
2.2 kgf/cm
)
30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm
)
29 psi (200 kPa , 2.0 kgf/cm
)
P205/65R15 92H 30 psi (210 kPa ,
2.1 kgf/cm
)
29 psi (200 kPa , 2.0 kgf/cm
)
1
2
1
2

It is best to replace all f our tires at
thesametime.If thatisnotpossible
or necessary, then replace the two
f ront tires or the two rear tires as a
pair. Replacing just one tire can
seriously af f ect your car’s handling.Tires:
TheABSworksbycomparingthe
speed of the wheels. When replacing
tires, use the same size originally
supplied with the car. Tire size and
construction can af f ect wheel speed
and may cause the system to work
inconsistently.
If you ever need to replace a wheel,
make sure the wheel’s specif ications
match those of the original wheel
that came on your car. Replacement
wheels are available at your Honda
dealer.
Wheels: See page f or inf ormation about
DOT Tire Quality Grading.
400
LX model
LX model EX, LX-V6 and EX-V6 with A/T modelsEX-V6 with M/T model EX-V6 with M/T model
EX, LX-V6 and EX-V6 with A/T models
Tires
Maint enance
Wheels and T ires
337
15x61/2JJ
16x61/2JJ
17x7JJ P205/65R15 92H
P205/60R16 91V
P215/50R17 93V
Installing improper tires on your
car can affect handling and
stability. This can cause a crash
in which you can be seriously
hurt or killed.
Always use the size and type of
tires recommended in this
owner’s manual.

Thecompactsparetirehasashorter
tread lif e than a regular tire. Replace
it when you can see the tread wear
indicator bars. The replacement
should be the same size and design
tire, mounted on the same wheel.
Thecompactsparetireisnot
designed to be mounted on a regular
wheel, and the compact wheel is not
designed f or mounting a regular tire.
Check the inf lation pressure of the
compact spare tire every time you
check the other tires. It should be
inf lated to: Your car has a compact spare tire
that takes up less space. Use this
sparetireasatemporaryreplace-
ment only. Get your regular tire
repaired or replaced and put it back
on your car as soon as you can.
Turn off the Traction Control
System (see page ). Driving
withthecompactsparetiremay
activate the TCS. The wheel of the compact spare
tire is designed especially to f it
your car. Do not use your spare
tire on another car unless it is the
same make and model. Do not mount snow chains on the
compact spare. This tire gives a harsher ride and
less traction on some road sur-
f aces than the regular tire. Use
greater caution while driving on
this tire.
Follow these precautions whenever
you are using the compact spare tire:
Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h)
under any circumstances.
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On all V6 models
Compact Spare Tire
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INDICATOR LOCATION MARKTREAD WEAR INDICATOR BAR
60psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm)

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´ Connect the second jumper cable
to the negative ( ) terminal on
the booster battery. Connect the
other end to the grounding strap
as shown. Do not connect this
jumper cable to any other part of
the engine.
Connect one jumper cable to the
positive ( ) terminal on your
Honda’s battery. Connect the
other end to the positive ( )
terminal on the booster battery.
3.
4.
Jump Starting
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4-cylinder models6-cylinder models4-cylinder models

This indicator should light when the
ignition switch is ON (II), and go out
af ter the engine starts. If it comes on
at any other time, it indicates one of
the engine’s emissions control
systems may have a problem. Even
though you may f eel no dif f erence in
your car’s perf ormance, it can
reduce your f uel economy and cause
your car to put out excessive
emissions. Continued operation may
cause serious damage.If you have recently ref ueled your
car, the cause of this indicator
coming on could be a loose or
missing f uel f ill cap. Check the cap
and tighten it until it clicks several
times. Replace the f uel f ill cap if it is
missing. Tightening the cap will not
make the indicator turn of f
immediately; it takes one driving trip.
If the indicator remains on past one
driving trip, or the f uel cap was not
loose or missing, have the car
checked by the dealer as soon as
possible. Drive moderately until the
dealer has inspected the problem.
Avoid full-throttle acceleration and
driving at high speed.
Youshouldalsohavethedealer
inspect your car if this indicator
comes on repeatedly, even though it
may turn of f as you continue driving.
This indicator may also come on
along with the ‘‘D’’ indicator.
Malf unction Indicator L amp
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MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP
If you keep driving with the
malf unction indicator lamp on, you can
damage your car’s emissions controls
and engine. Those repairs may not be
covered by your car’s warranties.

Thediagramsinthissectiongive
you the dimensions and capacities of
your Honda, and the locations of the
identif ication numbers. It also
includes inf ormation you should
know about your car’s tires and
emissions control systems.................
Identif ication Numbers . 394
Specif ications ..................
(4-cylinder Models) . 396
Specif ications ..................
(6-cylinder Models) . 398
DOT Tire Quality Grading ............................
(U.S.Cars) .400
.................................
Treadwear .400
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Traction .400
.............................
Temperature .401
...........................
Tire Inf ormation .402 .........................
Oxygenated Fuels .403
......
Driving in Foreign Countries . 404
.......................
Emissions Controls .405
.....................
The Clean Air Act .405
Crankcase Emissions Control ....................................
System .405
Evaporative Emissions Control ....................................
System .405
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor ................................
Recovery .405
...
Exhaust Emissions Controls . 406
....................
PGM-FI System .406
Ignition Timing Control ................................
System .406
Exhaust Gas Recirculation ...................
(EGR) System . 406
Three Way Catalytic ...........................
Converter .406
....................
Replacement Parts . 406
..
Three Way Catalytic Converter . 407
..............
State Emissions Testing . 408
T echnical Inf ormat ion
T echnical Inf ormation393

5-speed manual transmission:6-speed manual transmission:
Service Inf ormat ion Summary
Gasoline:
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Recommended Engine Oil:
Automatic Transmission Fluid: 5-speed/
6-speed Manual
Transmission Fluid:
SpareTirePressure:
Power Steering Fluid:
Brake Fluid: Tire Pressure (measured cold):
17.09
US gal ( 64.7)
Oil change capacity (including
filter):
4.4US qt ( 4.2
)
Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic
Transmission Fluid) preferred, or
aDEXRON
III ATF as a
temporary replacement (see
pages and ). API Premium grade 5W-20
detergent oil (see page ). Unleaded gasoline, pump octane
number of 86or higher. Honda Manual Transmission
Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30
or 10W-40 motor oil as a
temporary replacement (see
pages and ).
30psi ( 210kPa , 2.1kgf/cm
)
32
psi ( 220kPa , 2.2kgf/cm
)
4.5 US qt ( 4.3
) Capacity:
2.0 US qt ( 1.9
)
Honda Power Steering Fluid
preferred, or another brand of
power steering fluid as a
temporary replacement. Do not
use ATF (see page ).
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
DOT 3preferred, or a DOT 3or
DOT 4brake fluid as a temporary
replacement (see page ). 30
psi ( 210kPa , 2.1kgf/cm
)
29 psi ( 200kPa , 2.0 kgf/cm
)
60 psi ( 420kPa , 4.2kgf/cm
)
32
psi ( 220kPa , 2.2kgf/cm
)
29 psi ( 200kPa , 2.0 kgf/cm
)
2.3 US qt ( 2.2)
4-cylinder models
6-cylinder models Front:
Rear:
All other models Front:
Rear:
294
307 309 4-cylinder LX
EX-V6
with M/T
Front:
Rear:
310 311
313
315