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The security system helps to dis-
courage vandalism and thef t of your
Honda.
The heating and air conditioning
systems in your Honda provide a
comf ortable driving environment in
all weather conditions.
The standard audio system has
many f eatures. This section de-
scribes those f eatures and how to
use them. Your Honda has an anti-thef t audio
system that requires a code number
to enable it..............
Vents, Heating, and A/C . 106
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Dual Temperature Control . 115
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Climate Control Sensors . 117
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Playing the Radio .118
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To Play the Radio .120
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To Select a Station . 120
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Adjusting the Sound . 123
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Radio Frequencies . 124
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Radio Reception .124
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Playing a CD .126
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Playing a CD, CD Changer . 128
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To Play a CD .128
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To Stop Playing a CD . 131
Removing CDs from the .................................
Changer .131
Operating the Optional CD .................................
Changer .132
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CD Player Error Messages . 133
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CD Changer Error Messages . 134
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Protecting your CDs .135
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General Inf ormation . 135
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Protecting CDs .135
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Playing a Tape .136
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To Play a Tape .138
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To Stop Playing a Tape . 138
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Tape Search Functions . 139 .....
Caring the Tape and Player . 140
Playing the XM Satellite ......................................
Radio .141
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Satellite Digital Radio . 141
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To Play XM Satellite Radio . 142
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To Select a Channel . 142
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Satellite Radio Signals . 144
Receiving Satellite Radio ....................................
Service .145
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Steering Wheel Controls . 147
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Radio Thef t Protection . 148
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Setting the Clock .149
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Security System .150
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Cruise Control .151
HomeLink Universal ................................
Transceiver .154
On all models except 4-cylinder DX and
LX models
Features
Features
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The VOL button adjusts the volume
up ( ) or down ( ). Press the top
or bottom of the button and hold it
until the desired volume is reached,
then release it.
Three controls f or the audio system
are mounted in the steering wheel
hub. These let you control basic
f unctions without removing your
hand f rom the wheel. If youareplayingaCD,thesystem
skips to the beginning of the next
track each time you press the top
( ) of the CH button. Press the
bottom ( ) to return to the
beginning of the current track. Press
it twice to return to the previous
track. You will see the disc and track
numbers in the display.
If youareplayingatapeinthe
optional cassette player, press the
top ( ) of the CH button to advance
to the next selection. Press the
bottom( )togobacktothe
previous selection. The system
senses a silent period, then resumes
playing.
The MODE button changes the
mode. Pressing the button
repeatedly selects FM1, FM2, AM,
XM1, XM2, CD, or a tape.
If you are listening to the radio, use
the CH button to change stations.
Each time you press the top ( ) of
the button, the system goes to the
next preset station on the band you
are listening to. Press the bottom
( ) to go back to the previous
station.
OnEX,EX-L,LX-V6andEX-V6models
Steering Wheel Controls
Features
147
CH BUTTON
VOL BUTTON MODE BUTTON
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Test your brakes as instructed on
page . If the brakes f eel normal,
drive slowly and have your vehicle
repaired by your Honda dealer as
soon as possible. Avoid sudden hard
braking which could cause the rear
wheels to lock up and possibly lead
to a loss of control.such as trying to take a
corner too f ast or making a sudden
lane change. Always drive at a safe
speed f or the road and weather
conditions.
It only helps with the steering control during braking.
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.
on loose or
uneven surf aces, such as gravel or
snow, than a vehicle without anti-
lock. Slow down and allow a greater
distance between vehicles under
those conditions. The TCS indicator will come on
alongwiththeABSindicator.
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On LX-V6 and EX-V6 models
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
A BS will not prevent a skid that
results f rom changing direction
abruptly,
A BS does not reduce the time or
distance it takes to stop the
vehicle. A BS cannot prevent a loss of
stability.
A vehicle with A BS may require a
longer distance to stop
Import ant Saf et y Reminders
186
ABS INDICATOR
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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
L ow Beam Headlight
228
HOLDING CLIPS
TAB BULB
6-cylinder models BULB
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Install the new bulb and turn it
one-quarter turn clockwise to lock
it in place.
Push the electrical connector onto
the bulb.
Put the inner f ender cover in place.
Install the two holding clips. Lock
each one in place by pushing on
the center. Turn on the headlights to test the
new bulb.Use a f lat-tipped screwdriver to
remove the two holding clips f rom
the inner f ender. 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 socket from the
headlight assembly by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
1.
3.
2. 4.
8. 7. 6.
9.
CONT INUED
Lights
Replacing the Front Side Marker/
Turn Signal and Parking L ight
Bulb
Maint enance
229
HOLDING CLIPS
BULB
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The jack is behind a cover in the
right f ender. Remove the cover by
turning the handle counterclock-
wise, then pulling on the cover.Turn the jack’s end bracket
counterclockwise to loosen it, then
remove the jack.
Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turn
with the wheel wrench.Placethejackunderthejacking
point nearest the tire you need to
change. Turn the end bracket
clockwise until the top of the jack
contacts the jacking point. Make
sure the jacking point tab is
restinginthejacknotch.
6.
7.
8.9.
Changing a Flat T ire
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JACK
JACKING POINT
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Specif ications
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Dimensions
Air Conditioning Weights
Capacities
Capacities
1.35 US gal (5.1
)
1.32 US gal (5.0)
1.90 US gal (7.2
)
4.4 US qt (4.2
)
4.2 US qt (4.0
)
5.6 US qt (5.3
)
2.0 US qt (1.9
)
2.2 US qt (2.1)
2.6 US qt (2.5
)
0.16 US gal (0.6
)
1.77 US gal (6.7
)
1.88 US gal (7.1
)
2.22 US gal (8.4)
4.5 US qt (4.3
)
5.3 US qt (5.0
)
3.0 US qt (2.8
)
3.1 US qt (2.9)
6.9 US qt (6.5)
7.6 US qt (7.2)
4.8 US qt (4.5
)
189.5 in (4,813 mm)
71.7 in (1,820 mm)
57.2 in (1,453 mm)
HFC-134a (R-134a)
25 27 oz (700 750 g)
16 18 oz (450 500 g) ND-OIL8
17.09 US gal (64.7
)
107.9 in (2,740 mm)
61.1 in (1,553 mm)
61.2 in (1,554 mm)
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine.
Reserve tank capacity:
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine.
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant type Gross vehicle weight rating
Fuel tank
See the certification label attached
to the driver’s doorjamb.
Engine
coolant
Engine oil
Manual trans-
mission oil
Automatic
transmission
fluid
Windshield
washer
reservoir
Approx.
Front
Rear
1 : 6-cylinder models 2:
3:Change
Manual
Automatic
Total Manual
Automatic
Change Including
filter
Without
filter
Total
Change
Total
Change
Total
U.S. Vehicles
Canada Vehicles
1
1
1
1
1
1
1 2
3