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The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or the Canadian models are noted in the
text.
Shif t lever position indicators f or HX model are shown on page .
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Instrument Panel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
U.S.: HX, L X, EX, and Special Edition, Canada: L X, Si
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IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATORMAINTENANCE
REQUIRED INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM INDICATOR
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR
TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR
LOW FUEL INDICATOR
(P. 56)
(P. 55)
(P. 54, 200)
(P. 54, 200) (P. 54, 201) (P. 138)
SHIFT LEVER POSITION INDICATORS (P. 54)
(P. 56)
(P. 54)
SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 56)
(P. 57) (P. 56)
(P. 55, 202)
(P. 54)
SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR
(P. 55) PARKING BRAKE AND
BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR
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Instrument Panel
Canada: DX, DX Special Edition, REVERB
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LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATORDAYTIME RUNNING
LIGHTS INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP WASHER LEVEL
INDICATOR
TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR MAINTENANCE REQUIRED
INDICATORPARKING BRAKE AND
BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR
LOW FUEL INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR
HIGH BEAM INDICATORSIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR
(P. 54)
(P. 56)
(P. 54, 200)
(P. 54, 200) (P. 54, 201) (P. 54)(P. 55)
(P. 57) (P. 55, 202)
(P. 56) (P. 56)
(P. 55)
(P. 54)
(P. 56)
SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR
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Instrument Panel
U.S.: DX and Value Package
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATOR
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR
MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR
TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR
PARKING BRAKE AND
BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LOW FUEL INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR
(P. 54)
(P. 56)
(P. 54, 200)
(P. 54, 200)
(P. 54)
SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P. 55)
(P. 57) (P. 55, 202)
(P. 56)
(P. 54)
(P. 56)
(P. 54, 201)
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This indicator comes on if the trunk
lid is not closed tightly.
This indicator comes on as a
reminder that you must ref uel soon.
This indicator comes on when you
set the cruise control. See page
f or inf ormation on operating the
cruise control.
This indicator also blinks several
times when you turn the ignition
switch f rom ON (II) to ACCESSORY
(I) or LOCK (0). This indicator comes on when the
washer f luid level is low. Add washer
fluidwhenyouseethisindicator
(see page ).
The lef t or right turn signal indicator
blinks when you signal a lane change
or turn. If the indicator does not
blink or blinks rapidly, it usually
means one of the turn signal bulbs is
burned out (see page ). Replace
the bulb as soon as possible, since
other drivers cannot see that you are
signaling.
When you press the hazard warning
button, both turn signal indicators
blink. All turn signals on the outside
of the vehicle should f lash.
This indicator comes on f or a f ew
seconds when you turn the ignition
switch to ON (II). It will then go of f
if you have inserted a properly-coded
ignition key. If it is not a properly-
coded key, the indicator will blink,
and the engine will not start (see
page ).
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Canadian models only
If equipped
Trunk-open Indicator
Low Fuel Indicator
Washer Level Indicator
Cruise Control Indicator
Immobilizer System
Indicator
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning
Indicators
Instrument Panel Indicators
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Protect the keys f rom direct
sunlight, high temperature, and
high humidity.
Donotdropthekeysorsetheavy
objects on them.
Keep the keys away f rom liquids.
If they get wet, dry them
immediately with a sof t cloth.
The master key fits all the locks on
your vehicle. The valet key works
only in the ignition and the door
locks. You can keep the trunk, trunk
release handle and rear seat trunk
access locked when you leave your
vehicle and the valet key at a parking
f acility. The keys do not contain batteries.
Do not try to take them apart.
Youshouldhavereceivedakey
number tag with your keys. You will
need this key number if you ever
have to get a lost key replaced. Use
only Honda-approved key blanks.
These keys contain electronic
circuits that are activated by the
immobilizer system. They will not
work to start the engine if the
circuits are damaged.
Keys and Locks
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MASTER
KEYS (Black)
VALET
KEY (Gray)
KEY
NUMBERTAG
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The system may not recognize your
key’s coding if another immobilizer
key or other metal object (i.e. key
f ob) is near the ignition switch when
you insert the key.If the system repeatedly does not
recognize the coding of your key,
contact your dealer.
Do not attempt to alter this system
or add other devices to it. Electrical
problems could result that may make
your vehicle undriveable.
If you have lost your key and cannot
start your engine, contact your
dealer.
When you turn the ignition switch to
ON (II), the immobilizer system
indicator should come on f or a f ew
seconds, then go out. If the indicator
starts to blink, it means the system
does not recognize the coding of the
key. Turn the ignition switch to
LOCK (0), remove the key, reinsert
it, and turn the switch to ON (II)
again.
The immobilizer system protects
your vehicle f rom thef t. If an
improperly-coded key (or other
device) is used, the engine’s f uel
system is disabled.
As required by the FCC:
This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to the
f ollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not cause harmf ul interf erence, and(2) this device must accept any
interf erence received, includinginterf erence that may cause undesiredoperation.
Changes or modif ications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible f or
compliance could void the user’sauthority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with IndustryCanada Standard RSS-210.Operation is subject to the f ollowing two
conditions: (1) this device may not causeinterf erence, and (2) this device mustaccept any interf erence that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
Immobilizer Syst em
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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Apply the parking brake.
In cold weather, turn of f all
electrical accessories to reduce
the drain on the battery.
Push the clutch pedal down all the
way. START (III) does not
f unction unless the clutch pedal is
depressed.
Without touching the accelerator
pedal, turn the ignition key to the
START (III) position. Do not hold
the key in START for more than
15 seconds at a time. If the engine
does not start right away, pause
f or at least 10 seconds bef ore
trying again.
Make sure the shif t lever is in
Park. Press on the brake pedal.
If the engine fails to start, press
the accelerator pedal all the way
downandholdittherewhile
starting to clear flooding. If the
engine still does not start, return
to step 5.
If the engine does not start within
15 seconds, or starts but stalls
right away, repeat step 4 with the
accelerator pedal pressed halfway
down. If the engine starts, release
pressure on the accelerator pedal
so the engine does not race.
5. 6.
1. 2. 3. 4.
Manual Transmission:
Automatic Transmission: 67
Starting the Engine
Driving
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Immobilizer System
The engine is harder to start in cold
weather. Also, the thinner air f ound at
altitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400
meters) adds to this problem.
T he immobilizer system protects your
vehicle f rom thef t. If an improperly-
coded key (or other device) is used, the
engine’s f uel system is disabled. See
on page .
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In this case, the starter motor’s
speed sounds normal, or even f aster
than normal, when you turn the
ignition switch to START (III), but
the engine does not run.Do you have f uel? Check the f uel
gauge; the low f uel indicator may
not be working.
There may be an electrical
problem, such as no power to the
f uel pump. Check all the f uses
(see page ).
Are you using a properly coded
key? An improperly coded key will
cause the immobilizer system
indicator in the instrument panel
to blink rapidly (see page ).
Are you using the proper starting
procedure? Ref er to
on page . If youfindnothingwrong,youwill
need a qualif ied technician to f ind
the problem. See
on page .
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209
T he Starter Operates Normally
Starting the
Engine Emergency
Towing
If theEngineWon’tStart
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
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