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.
147
Maint enance
Vehicle Storage
176
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µ
If theAutoIdleStopisactiveforan
extended period, the charging
system indicator may come on. If it
happens, start the engine.
The charging system indicator may
also come on if the Integrated Motor
Assist (IMA) battery charge drops
below a desired level and the engine
starts to recharge the battery.
This indicator may blink af ter you
start the vehicle in the morning
when the temperature is below 20
°F ( 30°C). It will stop blinking
when the IMA battery warms up.
If the charging system
indicator comes on brightly
when the engine is running,
the 12 volt battery is not being
charged.
Immediately turn of f all electrical
accessories. Try not to use other
electrically operated controls such as
the power windows and rear window
def ogger. Keep the engine running;
starting the engine will discharge the
battery rapidly.
Go to a service station or garage
where you can get technical
assistance.
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
Charging System Indicator
191
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No. Amps. Circuits ProtectedNo. Amps. Circuits Protected
1 20 A Cooling Fan 1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20 20 A
10 A
10 A
20 A
10 A
15 A
15 A
20 A
10 A
40 A
30 A
40 A
40 A
40 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
60 A
80 A
50 A Condenser Fan
IMA
Small Light
Cooling Fan
Hazard
FI ECU
Horn, Stop
ABS F/S
Back Up
ABS Motor
Rear Defroster
Heater Motor
Power Window
Option
Lef t Headlight
Door Lock
Right Headlight
EPS
Battery
Ignition 1
Spare Fuses
21 257.5A 30A
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
Fuse Locations
197
UNDER-HOOD AND SECONDARY FUSE BOXES
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Î
Î
Î
Î
Î
No. Amps. No. Amps. Circuits Protected
Circuits Protected
1
2
3
4
5 15 A
20 A
(10 A) 10 A 6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26 7.5 A
7.5 A
15 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
(7.5 A) 10 A
10 A
(10 A) 7.5 A 15 A
15 A
7.5 A 20 A
7.5 A 20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
7.5 A Power Window Relay
Not Used
Accessory, Radio
Ignition Coil EX
Meter
ABS
(Daytime running lights )
SRS
Remote Control Mirrors
(SCTY )
IMA
Fuel Pump
Accessory Power Socket
Turn Signal Lights
Front Wiper
STS (Steering Switch)
Front Right Power Window
Front Left Power Window
Rear Lef t Power Window
Rear Right Power Window
Cooling Fan Relay
Ignition Coil IN
LAF Heater
(Daytime running lights )
FI-ECU
Not Used
1 : On Canadian models
2 : Optional Security System
1
2
1
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
Fuse Locations
198
INTERIOR FUSE BOX
Î
............................
Capacities Chart .204
.............
Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 46
.............................
Carrying Cargo .123
Cassette Player ............................................
Care .106
...................................
Operation .105
..............
CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
.........................................
CD Care .101
...................................
CD Changer .100
.......
CD Changer Error Message . 103
.......................
CD Error Message .102
.........................................
CD Player .99
....................................
Ceiling Light .83
........................
Certif ication Label .202
............................................
Chains .174
....................
Changing a Flat Tire .179
Changing Oil ........................................
How to .153
......................................
When to .147
...
Charging System Indicator . 54,191
............
Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 128
.....................................
Child Saf ety .29
..............................
Booster Seats .43
...................................
Child Seats .29 .....
Important Saf ety Reminders . 29
..........................................
Inf ants .34
............................
Large Children .42
.........................................
LATCH .38
...........................
Lower Anchors .37
.....................
Risks With Airbags .30
.............................
Small Children .35
.........................................
Tethers .41
........
Where Should A Child Sit? . 30
..................
Childproof Door Locks . 73
.........................
Clock, Setting the .108
...................................
Clutch Fluid .160
........................
CO in the Exhaust .208
............
Cold Weather, Starting in . 129
..............................
Compact Spare .178
...............
Consumer Inf ormation . 214
.............
Controls, Instruments and . 49
Coolant ........................................
Adding .155
....................................
Checking .118
.........................
Proper Solution .155
...................
Temperature Gauge . 63
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .209
................
Cruise Control Indicator . 56............
Cruise Control Operation . 109
................
Cup (Beverage) Holders . 85
..........
Customer Relations Of f ice . 216
................
DANGER, Explanation of . ii
...................................
Dashboard .2, 50
................
Daytime Running Lights . 66
Daytime Running Lights .......................................
Indicator .66
.................................
Dead Battery .186
............
Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 216
..........................
Def og and Def rost .93
................
Def ogger, Rear Window . 68
................
Def rosting the Windows . 93
....................................
Dimensions .204
...............
Dimming the Headlights . 66
Dipstick ..........
Automatic Transmission . 158
..................................
Engine Oil .118
..........................
Directional Signals .66
........
Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 140
.....................
Disposal of Used Oil .155
Doors ..............
Locking and Unlocking . 73
Index
C
D
II
...................
Neutral Gear Position . 135
..................
New Vehicle Break-in . 114
.....................
Normal Shif t Speeds .130
...................
NOTICE, Explanation of . i
...............
Numbers, Identif ication . 202
...
Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 114
.........................................
Odometer .60
...............................
Odometer, Trip .60
Oil ........................
Change, How to .153
......................
Change, When to .147
......................
Checking Engine .118
..............
Pressure Indicator . 54,190
Selecting Proper Viscosity ......................................
Chart .152
...........
ON (Ignition Key Position) . 72
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor ....................................
Recovery .208
..............................
Outside Mirrors .81
....................
Overheating, Engine .187
.......
Owner Maintenance Checks . 146..............
Panel Brightness Control . 67
........................
Park Gear Position .134
...........................................
Parking .139
.................................
Parking Brake .82
Parking Brake and Brake .................
System Indicator . 54,193
.................................
Parking Lights .66
..
Parking Over Things that Burn . 210
.............................
PGM-FI System .209
............................
Playing the Radio .94
....................................
Playing a CD .99
..........................
Power Door Locks .73
.................
Power Socket Locations . 85
..............................
Power Windows .79
.........
Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 17
.........
Protecting Adults and Teens . 11
...
Additional Safety Precautions . 18
.....
Advice f or Pregnant Women . 17
........................
Protecting Children .29
.....................
General Guidelines .29
...........................
Protecting Inf ants .34
.............
Protecting Small Children . 34
......................
Selecting Child Seats .36
....................
Installing a Child Seat .37 ...........
Protecting Larger Children . 42
...................
Radiator Overheating . 187
Radio/CD/Cassette ..............................
Sound System .94
...................
Readiness Codes . 191,211
Rear Lights, Bulb ......................
Replacement .164, 165
............................
Rear View Mirror .81
.................
Rear Window Def ogger . 68
...............
Reclining the Seat Backs . 77
.......
Recommended Shif t Speeds . 128
.............................
Reminder Lights .53
.......................
Remote Transmitter .75
Replacement Inf ormation ..............
Dust and Pollen Filter . 167
................
Engine Oil and Filter . 153
.................................
Floor Mats .166
..........................................
Fuses .194
................................
Light Bulbs .161
....................................
Schedule .145
...................................
Seat Belts .166
...........................................
Tires .169
.............................
Wiper Blades .168
Index
N
O P
R
VI
Î
Î
........................................
Ventilation .91
.................................................
VIN .202
..................................
Viscosity, Oil .152
.............
WARNING, Explanation of . ii
.........
Warning Labels, Location of . 47
..................
Warranty Coverages .215
Washer, Windshield ........
Checking the Fluid Level . 157
.......................................
Indicator .56
.....................................
Operation .65
Wheels ...............
Adjusting the Steering . 69
............
Alignment and Balance . 172
..........................
Compact Spare .178
......................................
Wrench .180
Windows ..................
Operating the Power . 79
...........................
Rear, Def ogger .68
Windshield .......................................
Cleaning .65
.....................................
Def roster .93
.......................................
Washers .65 Wipers, Windshield
.......................
Changing Blades .168
.....................................
Operation .65
....................................
Worn Tires .172
.....
Wrecker, Emergency Towing . 199
: U.S. and Canada only
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