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To thoroughly f lush the transmission,
the technician should drain and ref ill
it with Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic
Transmission Fluid), then drive the
vehicle f or a short distance. Do this
three times. Then drain and ref ill the
transmission a f inal time.Check the f luid level with the engine
at normal operating temperature.Park the vehicle on level ground.
Shut of f the engine.
Remove the dipstick (yellow loop)
f rom the transmission, and wipe it
with a clean cloth.
Insert the dipstick all the way back
into the transmission securely as
shown in the illustration.
The transmission should be drained
and ref illed with new f luid according
to the time and distance recommen-
dations in the maintenance schedule.
If you are not sure how to add f luid,
contact your Honda dealer.
1. 2.
6.
6-cylinder models
T ransmission Fluid
Maint enance
Automatic Transmission
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DIPSTICK
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Insert the dipstick all the way back
into the transmission.
The transmission should be drained
and ref illed with new f luid according
to the time and distance recommen-
dations in the maintenance schedule.
If you are not sure how to add f luid,
contact your Honda dealer.
Check the f luid level with the
transmission at normal operating
temperature and the vehicle sitting
on level ground. Remove the
transmission f iller bolt, and caref ully
f eel inside the bolt hole with your
f inger. The f luid level should be up
to the edge of the bolt hole. If it is
not, add Honda Manual
Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it
starts to run out of the hole. Reinstall
the f iller bolt, and tighten it securely.If Honda MTF is not available, you
may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40
viscosity motor oil with the API
Certif ication seal that says ‘‘FOR
GASOLINE ENGINES’’ as a
temporary replacement. However,
motor oil does not contain the proper
additives, and continued use can
cause stif f er shif ting. Replace as
soon as it is convenient.
The transmission should be drained
and ref illed with new f luid according
to the time and distance recommen-
dations in the maintenance schedule.
6.
T ransmission Fluid
Maint enance
5-speed Manual Transmission
224
FILLER BOLT
Correct level
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Push the electrical connector onto
the bulb.To change the passenger’s side
bulb, start the engine, turn the
steering wheel all the way to the
lef t, and turn of f the engine. To
change the driver’s side bulb, turn
the steering wheel to the right.Pull the inner f ender cover away
f rom the f ender and bumper.
Remove the bulb by turning it
approximately one-quarter turn
counterclockwise.
Remove the electrical connector
fromthebulbbysqueezingthe
connector to unlock the tab, then
slide the connector of f the bulb.
Use a f lat-tipped screwdriver to
remove the two holding clips f rom
the inner f ender.
Turn on the headlights to test the
new bulb.
(Passenger’s side)
Reinstall the air intake cover.
Reinstall the two fasteners and
secure them by pushing on the
heads until they lock.
6.
5.
3. 4. 5.
1. 2.
7.
Lights
Maint enance
L ow Beam Headlight
230
HOLDING CLIPS
TAB BULB
6-cylinder models BULB
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When installing cables, f ollow the
manuf acturer’s instructions, and
mount them as tight as you can.
Make sure they are not contacting
the brake lines or suspension. Drive
slowly with them installed. If you
hear them coming into contact with
the body or chassis, stop and
investigate. Remove them as soon as
you begin driving on cleared roads.
Cable-types: SCC Radial Chain
CH2311T or SCC SC Cable SC1030
Link-type: SCC Quick Grip QG1134
Cable-types: SCC Radial Chain
CH2311T or SCC SC Cable SC1030
Link-type: SCC Quick Grip QG1130
Cable-types: SCC Radial Chain
CH2311T or SCC SC Cable SC1030
Because your vehicle has limited tire
clearance, Honda strongly
recommends using the chains listed
below, made by Security Chain
Company (SCC).
Mount snow chains on your tires
when required by driving conditions
or local laws. Install them only on the
f ront tires.
EX and V6
LX
DX
Tires
Maint enance
T ire Chains
243
NOTICE: Using the wrong chains, or not
properly installing chains, can
damage the brake lines and
cause a crash in which you can
be seriously injured or killed.
Follow all instructions in this
owner’s manual regarding the
selection and use of tire chains.
Traction devices that are the
wrong size or improperly installed can
damage your vehicle’s brake lines,
suspension, body, and wheels. Stop
driving if they are hitting any part of
the vehicle.
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Tighten the wheel nuts securely in
the same crisscross pattern. Have
the wheel nut torque checked at
the nearest automotive service
f acility.
Tighten the wheel nuts to:
Put on the spare tire. Put the
wheel nuts back on f inger-tight,
then tighten them in a crisscross
pattern with the wheel wrench
until the wheel is f irmly against
the hub. Do not try to tighten
them f ully. Remove the center cap before
storing the f lat tire in the trunk
well.
Place the flat tire face down in the
spare tire well.
Remove the spacer cone f rom the
wing bolt, turn it over, and put it
back on the bolt.
Secure the f lat tire by screwing
the wing bolt back into its hole.
Store the jack in its holder. Turn
the jack’s end bracket to lock it in
place. Replace the cover. Store the
tools.
Lower the vehicle to the ground
and remove the jack. 15.
13.
14. 16. 19.
17. 18. 20.
LX, EX, and EX-V6 models
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Changing a Flat T ire
252
WING BOLT
SPACER CONEFor
normaltire
For
sparetire
80 lbf·ft (108 N·m , 11 kgf·m)
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Diagnosing why the engine won’t
start f alls into two areas, depending
on what you hear when you turn the
key to START (III):You hear nothing, or almost
nothing. The engine’s starter
motor does not operate at all, or
operates very slowly.
You can hear the starter motor
operating normally, or the starter
motor sounds like it is spinning
f aster than normal, but the engine
does not start up and run. When you turn the ignition switch to
START (III), you do not hear the
normal noise of the engine trying to
start. You may hear a clicking sound
or series of clicks, or nothing at all.
Check the transmission interlock.
If you have a manual transmission,
the clutch pedal must be pushed
all the way to the f loor or the
starter will not operate. With an
automatic transmission, it must be
in Park or Neutral.
Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
Turn on the headlights, and check
their brightness. If the headlights
are very dim or don’t light at all,
the battery is discharged. See on page .
Store the wheel cover or center
cap in the trunk. Make sure it does
not get scratched or damaged.
Check these things:
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Changing a Flat T ire, If the Engine Won’t Start
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
If the Engine Won’t Start Nothing Happens or the StarterMotor Operates Very Slowly
Jump Starting
253
Loose items can fly around the
interior in a crash and could
seriously injure the occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools
securely before driving.
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No. Amps. Circuits Protected No. Amps. Circuits Protected No. Amps. Circuits Protected
: 6-cylinder models
1 2345 10 A
(30A) 10 A
15 A
10 A Left Headlight Low
(Rear Defroster Coil)
Lef t Headlight Hi
Small Light
Right Headlight Hi 6789
10 10 A
7.5 A 15 A
20 A Right Headlight Low
Back Up
FI ECU
Condenser f an
Not Used 111112131415161717181819202122 23
20 A
30 A
7.5 A
20 A
40 A
40 A
15 A
30 A
30 A
20 A
40 A
40 A
(40 A) 40 A
100 A
50 A
50 A Cooling Fan
Cooling Fan
MG. Clutch
Horn, Stop
Rear Defroster
Back Up, ACC
Hazard
ABS Motor
TCS Motor
ABS F/S
TCS
Heated Seats
Condenser Fan
Heater Motor
Battery
Not Used
BIG1Main
Power Window Main
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Fuses
268
UNDER-HOOD FUSE/RELAY BOX
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Amps. Amps.Amps.
Circuits Protected Circuits Protected
No. Circuits Protected 1 : 6-cylinder models
2 : On Canadian models
789
101112 131415161718 192021222324252627282930313233
(15 A)
15 A
(10 A)
15 A
10 A
7.5 A 10 A
20 A
15 A
7.5 A 30 A (20 A)
(20 A)
(20 A)
(20 A)
(20 A)
15 A
15 A
7.5 A
7.5 A 10 A
7.5 A 20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
(20 A)
7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
Back-Up Lights
Door Lock
Front Accessory Sockets
IG OPDS
IG Wiper
Not Used Driver’s Power Seat Slide
Heated Seat
Driver’s Power Seat Recline
IG ACG
IG Fuel Pump
IG Washer
IG Meter
IG SRS
IGP (PGM-FI ECU)
Lef t Rear Power Window
Right Rear Power Window
Right Front Power Window
Driver’s Power Window
Moonroof
Not Used
IG HAC
Not Used
ACC
HAC OP
123456 DrivebyWire
Ignition Coil
Day Light
Laf Heater
Radio
Interior Light
Passenger’s Power Seat Recline
Passenger’s Power Seat Slide
1 2
Fuses
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INTERIOR FUSE BOX
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