2003 HONDA ELEMENT clock

Look f or any obvious coolant leaks,
such as a split radiator hose.
Everything is still extremely hot,
so use caution. If you f ind a leak, it
must be repaired bef ore you
continue driving (seeon page ).
If you don’t f ind an obvious leak,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank (see page ). If the level is below the
MIN mark, add coolant to halfway
between the MIN and MAX marks. Using gloves or a large heavy
cloth, turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without pushing
down, to the f irst stop. This
releases any remaining pressure in
the cooling system. After the
pressure releases, push down on
the cap and turn it until it comes
off.Start the engine and set the
temperature control dial to
maximum. Add coolant to the
radiator up to the base of the f iller
neck. If you do not have the
proper coolant mixture available,
you can add plain water.
Remember to have the cooling
system drained and ref illed with
the proper mixture as soon as you
can.
If there was no coolant in the
reserve tank, you may also have to
add coolant to the radiator. Let the
engine cool down until the pointer
reaches the middle of the tempera-
ture gauge, or lower, bef ore check-
ing the radiator. Put the radiator cap back on
tightly. Run the engine and watch
the temperature gauge. If it goes
back to the red mark, the engine
needs repair. (See
on page .)
If the temperature stays normal,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. If it has
gone down, add coolant to the
MAX mark. Put the cap back on
tightly.
10.
9.
8. 7.
6.
11.
12.301
301
163 Emergency
Towing
Emergency
Towing
If Your Engine Overheats
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed289
Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.

All the electrical circuits in your
vehicle have fuses to protect them
f rom a short circuit or overload.
These f uses are located in two f use
boxes.The under-hood f use box is located
in the engine compartment on the
driver’s side. To open it, push the
tabs as shown.The interior f use box is underneath
the steering column. To remove the
f use box lid, turn the knobs
counterclockwise and pull the lid out
of its hinges.
Fuses
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed295
UNDER-HOOD
TAB INTERIOR

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Bulb Replacement
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Specif ications .307
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Spotlights .264
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Turn Signal Lights . 259
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Bulbs, Halogen .258
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Capacities Chart .306
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 60
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Cargo Area Light .115
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Cargo Hooks .170
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Carrying Cargo .167
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CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
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CD Changer .134, 147
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CD Player .132, 145
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Ceiling Pocket .112
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Certif ication Label .304
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Chains .255
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Changing a Flat Tire .277
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Changing Engine Coolant . 227
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Changing Oil .223
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How to .223
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When to .212
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Charging System Indicator . 66,291
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 173.....................................
Child Saf ety .24
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Child Seats .29
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LATCH Anchorage System . 47
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Lower Anchors .47
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Tether Anchorage Point . 46
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Cleaner Element, Air . 236
Cleaning ....................
Aluminum Wheels .269
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Exterior .268
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Fabric .271
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Floor Covering .271
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Interior .271
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Seat Belts .271
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Vinyl .271
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Windows .272
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Clock, Setting the . 130,142
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Clutch Fluid .235
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CO in the Exhaust .312
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Cold Weather, Starting in . 175
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Consumer Inf ormation . 320
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Controls, Instruments and . 63
Coolant ........................................
Adding .225
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Checking .163
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Proper Solution .225
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Replacing .227 ...................
Temperature Gauge . 74
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Corrosion Protection .273
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .313
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Cruise Control Operation . 153
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Customer Relations Of f ice . 320
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DANGER, Explanation of . ii
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Dashboard .64
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Daytime Running Lights . 77
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 322
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Def og and Def rost .124
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 81
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Def rosting the Windows . 124
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Dimensions .306
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Dimming the Headlights . 76
Dipstick ..........
Automatic Transmission . 231
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Engine Oil .162
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Directional Signals .77
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 185
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Disposal of Used Oil .224
Doors ..............
Locking and Unlocking . 87
Index
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ÎCONT INUED
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Saf ety Features .7
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Airbags .10
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Door Locks .11
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Head Restraints .11
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Seat Belts .8
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Seats & Seat-Backs .11
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Saf ety Labels, Location of . 61
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Saf ety Messages . ii
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Seat Belts .8, 50
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Additional Information . 50
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Advice f or Pregnant Women . 21
Automatic Seat Belt ...............................
Tensioners .52
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Cleaning .271
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Lap/Shoulder Belt . 17,50
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Maintenance .53
Reminder Light and ................................
Beeper .50, 67
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Replacement .53
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System Components . 50
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Use During Pregnancy . 21
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Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt . 17
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Seats, Adjusting the .92
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Serial Number .304
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Service Intervals .212
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Service Manual .323 .........
Service Station Procedures . 159
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Setting the Clock . 130,142
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Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 178
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Shif t Lock Release .183
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Side Airbags .10, 56
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Cutof f Indicator .58, 67
Side Marker Lights, Bulb ..............................
Replacement .260
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Signaling Turns .77
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Skylight .107
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Removing and Storing . 108
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Snow Tires .254
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Solvent-type Cleaners . 268
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Sound System .126, 137
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Spare Tire .276
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Spark Plugs, Replacing . 238
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Specif ications Charts . 306
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Speed Control .153
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Speedometer .72
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Spotlights .114
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SRS, Additional Inf ormation . 54
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Additional Safety Precautions . 59
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Airbag Service .59
How the Side Airbag Cutof f ...........
Indicator Light Works . 58
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How the SRS Indicator Works . 57How Your Front Airbags
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Work .54
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How Your Side Airbags Work . 56
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SRS Components .54
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SRS Indicator .57 ,67
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START (Ignition Key Position) . 86
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State Emissions Testing . 316
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Starting the Engine .174
In Cold Weather at High ..................................
Altitude .175
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With a Dead Battery . 285
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Steam Coming f rom Engine . 288
Steering Wheel ..................................
Adjustment .82
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Anti-theft Column Lock . 85
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Stereo Sound System . 126,137
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Storing Your Vehicle .266
Supplemental Restraint ................................
System .10, 54
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Servicing .59
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SRS Indicator .57 ,67
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System Components . 54
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Synthetic Oil .222
Index
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