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such as trying to take a
corner too f ast or making a sudden
lane change.
Always steer moderately
when you are braking hard. Severe
or sharp steering wheel movement
can still cause your vehicle to veer
into oncoming traffic or off the road. It only helps with steering
control during braking.
on loose or
uneven surf aces, such as gravel or
snow, than a vehicle without anti-
lock.
The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
helps prevent the brakes f rom
locking up and helps you retain
steering control by pumping the
brakes rapidly; much f aster than a
person.
Let the ABS work f or you by always
keeping f irm, steady pressure on the
brake pedal. This is sometimes
ref erred to as ‘‘stomp and steer.’’
You will f eel a pulsation in the brake
pedal when the ABS activates, and
you may hear some noise. This is
normal: it is the ABS rapidly
pumpingthebrakes.Ondry
pavement, you will need to press on
thebrakepedalveryhardbeforethe
ABS activates. However, you may
feel the ABS activate immediately if
you are trying to stop on snow or ice.
If the ABS indicator comes on, the
anti-lock f unction of the braking
system has shut down. The brakes
still work like a conventional system,
but without anti-lock. You should
have the dealer inspect your vehicle
as soon as possible.
On models equipped
You should never pump the brake pedal.Important Saf ety Reminders
A BS will not prevent a skid that
results f rom changing direction
abruptly,
A BS cannot prevent a loss of
stability. A BS does not reduce the time or
distance it takes to stop the
vehicle;
A vehicle with A BS may require a
longer distance to stop
ABS Indicator
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
Driving141

Fill the f uel tank.
Change the engine oil and f ilter.Block the rear wheels.
If the vehicle is to be stored f or a
longer period, it should be
supported on jackstands so the
tires are of f the ground.
Wash and dry the exterior
completely.
Cleantheinterior.Makesurethe
carpeting, floor mats, etc. are
completely dry.
If you need to park your vehicle f or
an extended period (more than one
month), there are several things you
should do to prepare it f or storage.
Proper preparation helps prevent
deterioration and makes it easier to
get your vehicle back on the road. If
possible, store your vehicle indoors. Leave one window open slightly (if
the vehicle is being stored
indoors).Cover the vehicle with a
‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made
f rom a porous material such as
cotton. Non-porous materials, such
as plastic sheeting, trap moisture,
which can damage the paint.
To minimize sticking, apply a
silicone spray lubricant to all door
and trunk seals. Also, apply a
vehiclebodywaxtothepainted
surfaces that mate with the door
and trunk seals. Support the f ront wiper blade
arms with a f olded towel or rag so
they do not touch the windshield. If you store your vehicle f or 12
months or longer, have your Honda
dealer perf orm the inspections called
f or in the 24 months/30,000 miles
maintenance schedule (Normal
Conditions) as soon as you take it
out of storage (see page ). The
replacements called f or in the
maintenance schedule are not
needed unless the vehicle has
actually reached that time or mileage.
Leave the parking brake off. Put
the transmission in Reverse (5-
speed manual) or Park (CVT). Disconnect the 12 volt battery.
Reconnect the 12 volt battery and
drive your vehicle every month f or
about 30 minutes. This will keep
the IMA battery charged and in
good condition.
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Maint enance
Vehicle Storage
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Capacities Chart .204
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 46
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Carrying Cargo .123
Cassette Player ............................................
Care .106
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Operation .105
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CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
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CD Care .101
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CD Changer .100
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CD Changer Error Message . 103
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CD Error Message .102
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CD Player .99
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Ceiling Light .83
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Certif ication Label .202
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Chains .174
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Changing a Flat Tire .179
Changing Oil ........................................
How to .153
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When to .147
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Charging System Indicator . 54,191
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 128
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Child Saf ety .29
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Booster Seats .43
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Child Seats .29 .....
Important Saf ety Reminders . 29
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Inf ants .34
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Large Children .42
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LATCH .38
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Lower Anchors .37
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Risks With Airbags .30
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Small Children .35
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Tethers .41
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Where Should A Child Sit? . 30
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Childproof Door Locks . 73
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Clock, Setting the .108
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Clutch Fluid .160
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CO in the Exhaust .208
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Cold Weather, Starting in . 129
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Compact Spare .178
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Consumer Inf ormation . 214
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Controls, Instruments and . 49
Coolant ........................................
Adding .155
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Checking .118
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Proper Solution .155
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Temperature Gauge . 63
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .209
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Cruise Control Indicator . 56............
Cruise Control Operation . 109
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Cup (Beverage) Holders . 85
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Customer Relations Of f ice . 216
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DANGER, Explanation of . ii
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Dashboard .2, 50
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Daytime Running Lights . 66
Daytime Running Lights .......................................
Indicator .66
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Dead Battery .186
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 216
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Def og and Def rost .93
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 68
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Def rosting the Windows . 93
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Dimensions .204
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Dimming the Headlights . 66
Dipstick ..........
Automatic Transmission . 158
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Engine Oil .118
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Directional Signals .66
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 140
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Disposal of Used Oil .155
Doors ..............
Locking and Unlocking . 73
Index
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D
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Supplemental Restraint................................
System .10, 22
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Servicing .28
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SRS Indicator .26 ,53
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System Components . 22
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Synthetic Oil .153
Unexpected, Taking Care..........................................
of the .177
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Unif orm Tire Quality Grading . 206
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Unleaded Gasoline .114
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Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 155
Taillights, Changing
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Bulbs .164
.
Taking Care of the Unexpected . 177
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Tape Player .104
Technical Descriptions ......
DOT Tire Quality Grading . 206
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Emissions Control Systems . 208
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State Emissions Testing . 212
Three Way Catalytic ...............................
Converter .210
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Tire Labeling .207
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Temperature Gauge .63
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Tether Anchorage Points . 42
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Thef t Protection .107
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Three Way Catalytic Converter . 210
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Tilt the Steering Wheel . 69
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Time, Setting the .108 ....................................
Tire Chains .174
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Tire, How to Change a Flat . 179
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Tire Inf ormation .206
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Tires .169
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Air Pressure .170
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Checking Wear .171
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Compact Spare .178
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 206
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Inf lation .170
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Inspection .171
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Maintenance .172
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Replacing .173
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Rotating .172
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Snow .173
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Specif ications .205
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Tire Chains .174
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Tools, Tire Changing . 179
Towing .....................................
A Trailer .142
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Emergency Towing . 199
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Traction Devices .174
Transmission Checking Fluid Level, ..............................
Automatic .158
Checking Fluid Level, ...................................
Manual .159 ..................
Fluid Selection . 158,159
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Identif ication Number . 203
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Shif ting the Automatic . 166
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Shif ting the Manual . 162
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Treadwear .206
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Trip Meter .60
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Trunk .74
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Opening .74
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Open Monitor Light . 56
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Turn Signals .66
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Vanity Mirror .84
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Vehicle Capacity Load . 124
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Vehicle Dimensions .204
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Vehicle Identif ication Number . 202
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Vehicle Storage .176
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