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Always use Honda Power Steering
Fluid. You may use another power
steering f luid as an emergency
replacement, but have the power
steering system f lushed and ref illed
with Honda PSF as soon as possible.
A low power steering f luid level can
indicate a leak in the system. Check
the f luid level f requently, and have
the system inspected as soon as
possible.
The timing belt should be replaced
according to the maintenance
minder (see page ).
Replace the timing belt every 60,000
miles (U.S.) or every 100,000 km
(Canada) if you regularly drive your
vehicleinanyof thefollowing
conditions:
Frequently tow a trailer.
In very high temperatures
(over 110°F, 43°C).
In very low temperatures
(under 20°F, 29°C). 193
6-cylinder models
Power Steering Fluid, Timing Belt
Timing Belt
Maint enance
217
T urning the steering wheel to f ull lef t
or right lock and holding it there can
damage the power steering pump.
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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.
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
220
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 ightBulb
Maint enance
221
HOLDING CLIPS
BULB
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Mixing radial and bias-ply tires on
your vehicle can reduce braking
ability, traction, and steering
accuracy. Using tires of a dif f erent
size or construction can cause the
ABS to work inconsistently.
It is best to replace all f our tires at
thesametime.If thatisnotpossible
or necessary, replace the two f ront
tires or two rear tires as a pair.
Replacing just one tire can seriously
af f ect your vehicle’s handling.
Replace your tires with radial tires of
the same size, load range, speed
rating, and maximum cold tire
pressure rating (as shown on the
tire’s sidewall).
If you ever replace a wheel, make
sure that the wheel’s specif ications
match those of the original wheels.
Replacement wheels are available at
your dealer.
U.S. LX-V6 and EX-V6:
Canadian SE-V6 and EX-V6:
U.S. VP and LX:
Canadian DX-G:
Wheels
U.S. SE, EX and EX-L:
Canadian SE and EX-L:
Tires
Replacing T ires and Wheels
Wheels and T ires
Maint enance
231
15x61/2JJ
16x61/2JJ
17x61/2JJ
Installing improper tires on your
vehicle can affect handling and
stability. This can cause a crash
in which you can be seriously
hurt or killed.
Always use the size and type of
tires recommended in this
owner’s manual.
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With the f ront wheels on the ground,
it is best to tow the vehicle no farther
than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the
speedbelow35mph(55km/h).If you decide to tow your vehicle
with all f our wheels on the ground,
make sure you use a properly-
designed and attached tow bar.
Prepare the vehicle for towing as
described above, and leave the
ignition switch in Accessory (I) so
the steering wheel does not lock.
Make sure the radio and any items
plugged into the accessory power
socket are turned of f so they do not
rundownthebattery.
If your vehicle is equipped with a
f ront spoiler, remove it bef ore
towing so it is not damaged.
Emergency T owing
256
The steering system can be damaged if
the steering wheel is locked. Leave the
ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I), and
make sure the steering wheel turns
f reely bef ore you begin towing.
Trying to lif t or tow your vehicle by the
bumpers will cause serious damage.
The bumpers are not designed to
support the vehicle’s weight.
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Saf ety Belts . 10
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Safety Defects, Reporting . 282
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Saf ety Features . 9
.........................................
Airbags . 11
.....................................
Seat Belts . 10
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Saf ety Labels, Location of . 53
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Saf ety Messages . ii
................................
Satellite Radio . 135
.........................................
Seat Belts . 10
...............
Additional Information . 20
Automatic Seat Belt
...............................
Tensioners . 21
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Lap/Shoulder Belt . 20
................................
Maintenance . 22
Reminder Light and
................................
Beeper . 20, 58
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System Components . 20
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Use During Pregnancy . 18
...
Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt . 20
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Seats, Adjusting the . 85 87
............................
Security System . 144
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Selecting a Child Seat . 41
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Serial Number . 264
....................
Service Minder . 193 198 .............................
Service Manual . 283
...........
Service Station Procedure . 156
..........................
Setting the Clock . 143
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Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 173
........................
Shif t Lock Release . 176
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Side Airbags . 11, 28
...
How Your Side Airbags Work . 28
How the Side Airbag Of f
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Indicator Works . 29
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Side Curtain Airbags . 11, 30
How Your Side Curtain ..........................
Airbags Work . 30
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Signaling Turns . 69
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Snow Tires . 232
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Sound System . 114, 122, 131, 135
Spare Tire
......................................
Inf lating . 238
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Specif ications . 268
....................
Specif ications Charts . 266
................................
Speed Control . 145
........................
Speed Limiter . 172, 175
...................................
Speedometer . 64
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SRS, Additional Inf ormation . 23
...
Additional Safety Precautions . 33
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Airbag Service . 32 How the Passenger Airbag Of f
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Indicator Works . 31
How Your SRS Indicator .......................................
Works . 30
How Your Front Airbags .......................................
Works . 25
How Your Side Airbags .......................................
Works . 28
........................
SRS Components . 23
.............................
SRS Indicator . 30, 59
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START (Ignition Key Position) . 76
.......................
Starting the Engine . 169
................
With a Dead Battery . 245
........
Steam Coming f rom Engine . 248
Steering Wheel
..................................
Adjustment . 73
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Anti-theft Column Lock . 76
Stereo Sound ...............
System . 114, 122, 131, 135
..........................................
Sun Visor . 96
........................
Sunglasses Holder . 100
Supplemental Restraint
................................
System . 11, 23
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Servicing . 32
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SRS Indicator . 30, 59
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System Components . 23
Index
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WARNING, Explanation of . ii
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Warning Labels, Location of . 53
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Warranty Coverages . 281
Washer, Windshield
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Checking the Fluid Level . 207
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Operation . 68
Wheels ...............
Adjusting the Steering . 73
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Alignment and Balance . 229
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Compact Spare . 238
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Wrench . 239
Windows ..................
Operating the Power . 91
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Rear, Def ogger . 72
Windshield .......................................
Cleaning . 68
.......................................
Washers . 68
Wipers, Windshield .......................
Changing Blades . 225
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Operation . 68
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Worn Tires . 229
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Wrecker, Emergency Towing . 255
Index
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