
The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or the Canadian models are noted in thetext.
Instrument Panel Indicators
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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PARKING BRAKE AND
BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR
HATCH-OPEN INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION
INDICATOR LAMP
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL
INDICATOR
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING INDICATOR
LOW FUEL
INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT SYSTEM
INDICATOR
MAINTENANCE
REQUIRED
INDICATOR
(P. 53) (P. 54)
(P. 56) (P. 53)
(P. 54)
(P. 55)
(P. 54)
(P. 52)
(P. 52)
(P. 55)
(P. 53, 179)
(P. 52, 177)
(P. 52, 177)
(P. 53, 178) SIDE AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR
(P. 52)
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This indicator normally comes on
when you turn the ignition to ON (II)
and goes off after the engine starts.
If it comes on at any other time,
there is a problem in the Electric
Power Steering system. If this
happens, stop the vehicle in a saf e
place and turn of f the engine. Reset
the system by restarting the engine.
The indicator will not turn of f
immediately. If it does not go of f
after driving a short distance, or
comes back on again while driving,
take the vehicle to your dealer to
have it checked. With the indicator
on, the EPS may be turned of f ,
making the vehicle harder to steer.
If the power steering system
overheats while driving, the assisting
power is reduced and steering may
f eel slightly harder.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 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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Electric Power Steering
(EPS) Indicator
Immobilizer System
Indicator
Instrument Panel Indicators
Inst rument s and Cont rols
55
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The master key fits all the locks on
your vehicle.
The valet key works only in the
ignition, the door locks and hatch.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.
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 keys do not contain batteries.
Do not try to take them apart.
Keys and Locks
64 KEY
NUMBERTAG
MASTER
KEYS
(Black) VALET
KEY
(Gray)
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The Immobilizer System protects
your vehicle f rom thef t. If an
improperly-coded key (or other
device) is used, the engine will not
start.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 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.As required by the FCC:
This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thef ollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not cause harmf ul interf erence, and(2) this device must accept anyinterf erence received, includinginterf erence that may cause undesired
operation.
Changes or modif ications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible f orcompliance could void the user’sauthority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with IndustryCanada Standard RSS-210.Operation is subject to the f ollowing twoconditions: (1) this device may not causeinterf erence, and (2) this device mustaccept any interf erence that may causeundesired operation of the device.
Immobilizer Syst em
Inst rument s and Cont rols
65
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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.
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.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.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
6.
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Starting the Engine
Driving
123
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.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 dash panel to blink
rapidly(seepage ).
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 .
Do you have f uel? Check the f uel
gauge; the low f uel indicator may
not be working.
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186
T he Starter Operates Normally
Starting the
Engine Emergency
Towing
If theEngineWon’tStart
172
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Flashers, Hazard Warning . 62
...................
Flat Tire, Changing a . 167
Fluids
..........................................
Brake . 144
.........................................
Clutch . 144
..............
Manual Transmission . 143
..................
Windshield Washer . 142
FM Stereo Radio .....................................
Reception . 93
...........................
Folding Rear Seat . 73
..........................
Four-way Flashers . 62
Front End, Towing by
................
Emergency Wrecker . 186
Front Seat ......................................
Adjusting . 71
.........................................
Airbags . 24
.................................................
Fuel . 110
....................................
Economy . 114
......................
Fill Door and Cap . 111
...........................................
Gauge . 57
................
Octane Requirement . 110
....................
Recommendations . 110
........................
Reserve Indicator . 54
........................
Tank, Filling the . 111
.....................
Fuses, Checking the . 181 ...............
Gas Mileage, Improving . 114
.........................................
Gasoline . 110
...............
Fuel Reserve Indicator . 54
...........................................
Gauge . 57
................
Octane Requirement . 110
........................
Tank, Filling the . 111
................
Gas Station Procedures . 111
Gauges
Engine Coolant ...........................
Temperature . 58
...............................................
Fuel . 57
Gearshif t Lever Positions
..............
Manual Transmission . 124
........................................
Glove Box . 83
.............
Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 145
Hatch
.................................
Opening the . 67
.................
Hazard Warning Button . 62
Headlights
............
Daytime Running Lights . 61
..................
High Beam Indicator . 53 ...........
High Beams, Turning on . 61
............
Low Beams, Turning on . 61
........................
Reminder Beeper . 61
........
Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 145
...................................
Turning on . 61
..............................
Head Restraints . 72
.......................
Heating and Cooling . 86
.............
High Altitude, Starting at . 123
.................
High-Low Beam Switch . 61
........
Hood, Opening and Closing . 112
..............................................
Horn .5,59
.......
Hot Coolant, Warning about . 141
...........................
Hydraulic Clutch . 144
...
Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 190
If Your Vehicle Has to be
........................................
Towed . 186
Ignition ..............................................
Keys . 64
...........................................
Switch . 66
............
Timing Control System . 197
........................
Immobilizer System . 65
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Important Safety Precautions . 8
Index
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CONT INUED
Indicator Lights, Instrument.............................................
Panel . 51
Indicators
..............
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) . 54
Brake (Parking and Brake
............................
System) . 53, 179
.................................
Brake Lamp . 53
................
Charging System . 52, 177
.............................
Cruise Control . 54
DRL (Daytime Running
......................................
Lights) . 61
.
EPS (Electric Power Steering) . 55
...................................
High Beam . 61
........
Key (Immobilizer System) . 55
......................................
Low Fuel . 54
................
Low Oil Pressure . 52, 177
...........................
Side Airbag Of f . 52
.........................................
SRS . 27, 52
Turn Signal and Hazard
...................................
Warning . 53
..............................
Washer Level . 54
...............................
Inf ant Restraint . 34
...................
Inf lation, Proper Tire . 157
...................................
Inside Mirror . 79
.............................
Inspection, Tire . 159
....................
Installing a Child Seat . 37 ..............
Instruments and Controls . 49
............................
Instrument Panel . 51
........
Instrument Panel Brightness . 62
...........
Interior Convenience Items . 83
.................................
Interior Lights . 81
........................................
Introduction . i
.................
Jacking up the Vehicle . 168
.......................................
Jack, Tire . 167
................................
Jump Starting . 173
..................................................
Keys . 64
.......................
Label, Certif ication . 190
....................................
Label, Saf ety . 48
.................
Lane Change, Signaling . 61
..........................
Lap/Shoulder Belt . 20
..
Leaking of Exhaust into Vehicle . 47
Lights
....................
Bulb Replacement . 145 ..........................................
Ceiling . 81
..................................
Cargo Area . 81
.......................................
Indicator . 51
.........................................
Parking . 61
..................................
Turn Signal . 61
.....................................
Load Limit . 118
......
LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 66
Locks
.......
Anti-thef t Steering Column . 66
............................
Fuel Fill Door . 111
............................................
Hatch . 67
........................
Low Coolant Level . 114
.........................
Low Fuel Indicator . 54
...
Lower Gear, Downshif ting to a . 124
...
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 52, 177
...
Lubricant Specif ications Chart . 192
...........
Luggage, Storing (Cargo) . 117
Index
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INDEX
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