Your vehicle’s audio system may
disable itself if it is disconnected
f rom electrical power f or any reason.
To make it work again, you must
enter a specif ic f ive-digit code with
the preset buttons. Because there
are hundreds of number
combinations possible f rom the f ive
digits, making the system work
without knowing the exact code is
nearly impossible.
You should have received a radio
code card that lists your audio
system’s code and serial numbers. It
is best to store this card in a saf e
place at home. In addition, you
should write the audio system’s
serial number in this owner’s manual.
If you lose the card, you must obtain
the code number f rom your dealer.
To do this, you will need the audio
system’s serial number.If your vehicle’s battery is discon-
nected or goes dead, or the radio
f use is removed, the audio system
will disable itself . If this happens,
you will see ‘‘ENTER CODE’’ in the
f requency display (on the screen on
models with navigation system) the
nexttimeyouturnonthesystem.
Use the preset buttons to enter the
f ive-digit code. The code is on the
radio code card included in your
owner’s manual kit. When it is
entered correctly, the radio will start
playing.
If you make a mistake entering the
code, do not start over; complete the
f ive-digit sequence, then enter the
correct code. You have ten tries to
enter the correct code. If you are
unsuccessful in ten attempts, you
must then leave the system on for 1
hour bef ore trying again.
The system will retain your AM and
FM presets even if power is
disconnected.
Except LX and LX-P
Radio T hef t Protection
Features
213
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Bef ore installing any accessory:Make sure the accessory does not
obscure any lights, or interf ere
with proper vehicle operation or
perf ormance.
Modif ying your vehicle, or installing
some non-Honda accessories, can
make your vehicle unsaf e. Bef ore
you make any modif ications or add
anyaccessories,besuretoreadthe
f ollowing inf ormation.
Your dealer has Honda accessories
that allow you to personalize your
vehicle. These accessories have
been designed and approved f or your
vehicle, and are covered by warranty.
Although non-Honda accessories
may f it on your vehicle, they may not
meet f actory specif ications, and
could adversely af f ect your vehicle’s
handling and stability.
When properly installed, cellular
phones, alarms, two-way radios, and
low-powered audio systems should
not interf ere with your vehicle’s
computer controlled systems, such
as your airbags, anti-lock brakes, and
tire pressure monitoring system. Be sure electronic accessories do
not overload electrical circuits
(see page ) or interf ere with
the proper operation of your
vehicle.
Bef ore installing any electronic
accessory, have the installer
contact your dealer for assistance.
If possible, have your dealer
inspect the f inal installation.
Do not install accessories on the
side pillars or across the rear
windows. Accessories installed in
theseareasmayinterferewith
proper operation of the side
curtain airbags.372
A ccessories
A ccessories and Modif ications
Bef ore Driving
271
Improper accessories or
modifications can affect your
vehicle’s handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a
crash in which you can be hurt
or killed.
Follow all instructions in this
owner’s manual regarding
accessories and modifications.
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Fill the f uel tank.
Wash and dry the exterior
completely.
Clean the interior. Make sure the
carpeting, floor mats, etc., are
completely dry.
If you need to park your vehicle f or
an extended period (more than 1
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.
If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected, or goes dead, the time
setting may be lost. To reset the time,
see page .
If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected or goes dead, the audio
system may disable itself . The next
timeyouturnontheradio,youwill
see ‘‘ENTER CODE’’ in the
f requency display. Use the preset
buttons to enter the code (see page
).
The navigation system will also
disableitself.Thenexttimeyouturn
on the ignition switch, the system
will require you to enter a PIN
bef ore it can be used. Ref er to the
navigation system manual. 214
213
Except LX and LX-P
On models with navigation system
Checking the Battery, Vehicle Storage
Vehicle Storage
352
The battery gives off explosive
hydrogen gas during normal
operation.
A spark or flame can cause the
battery to explode with enough
force to kill or seriously hurt you.
Wear protective clothing and a
face shield, or have a skilled
technician do the battery
maintenance.
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If you cannot drive the vehicle
without f ixing the problem, and you
do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse
of the same rating or a lower rating
f rom one of the other circuits. Make
sureyoucandowithoutthatcircuit
temporarily (such as the accessory
power socket or radio).If the replacement fuse of the
same rating blows in a short time,
there is probably a serious
electrical problem with your
vehicle. Leave the blown fuse in
that circuit, and have your vehicle
checked by a qualif ied technician.
If you replace the blown f use with a
spare f use that has a lower rating, it
might blow out again. This does not
indicate anything wrong. Replace the
f use with one of the correct rating as
soon as you can. If the radio f use is removed, the
audio system may disable itself . The
nexttimeyouturnontheradio,you
will see ‘‘ENTER CODE’’ in the
f requency display. Use the preset
buttons to enter the five-digit code
(see page ).
6. 213Except LX and LX-P
Fuses
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
375
Replacing a f use with one that has a
higher rating greatly increases the
chances of damaging the electrical
system. If you do not have a
replacement f use with the proper rating
f or the circuit, install one with a lower
rating.
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CONT INUED
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Protecting Children .33
.....................
General Guidelines .33
.......................
Protecting Inf ants .38
.......
Protecting Larger Children .47
.........
Protecting Small Children .39
Using Child Seats with
.....................................
Tethers .46
.............................
Using LATCH .42
...................
Radiator Overheating .367
.............
Radio/CD Sound System .133
.................
Radio Thef t Protection .213
...........................
Readiness Codes .397
..
Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement .334
..........................
Rear Seat, Folding .97
..........................
Rear View Mirror .101
.................
Rear Window Def ogger .74
.........
Reclining the Seat Backs .92,93
.......
Recommended Shif t Speeds .283
........................................
Ref ueling .261
.......................
Reminder Indicators .56
.......................
Remote Transmitter .86
Replacement Inf ormation ................
Engine Oil and Filter .318 ..........................................
Fuses .372
................................
Light Bulbs .329
................................
Timing Belt .328
...........................................
Tires .348
.............................
Wiper Blades .340
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a ............................................
Crash .20
.........
Reserve Tank, Coolant .267,320
...............................
Restraint, Child .33
..................
Reverse Gear Position .285
................................
Rotation, Tire .347
..................................
Saf ety Belts .8,18
.........
Safety Defects, Reporting .402
.................................
Saf ety Features .7
...........................................
Airbags .9
.......................................
Seat Belts .8
.............
Saf ety Labels, Location of .52
..............................
Saf ety Messages .iii
.............
Satellite Radio, XM
.157,187
.....................................
Seat Belts .8,18
...............
Additional Information .18
Automatic Seat Belt
...............................
Tensioners .19.....................................
Cleaning .338
................
Lap/Shoulder Belt .14,19
................................
Maintenance .20
Reminder Indicator and ................................
Beeper .18,56
...................
System Components .18
...............
Use During Pregnancy .16
...
Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt .19
Seats .................................
Adjusting .92-94
.........................................
Folding .97
.......................................
Heaters .100
............................
Security System .217
.........................
Select/Reset Knob .63
.....................
Selecting a Child Seat .40
...
Selector Knob (Disc Changer) .149
...............................
Serial Number .382
..............................
Service Minder .307
...........................
Service Manual .403
.........
Service Station Procedures .261
..........................
Setting the Clock .214
...
Shif t Lever Position Indicators .284
........................
Shif t Lock Release .287
Index
INDEX
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Side Airbags .9,27
...
How Your Side Airbags Work .27
How the Side Airbag Of f
......................
Indicator Works .29
..................
Side Curtain Airbags .9,28
How Your Side Curtain ..........................
Airbags Work .28
...............................
Signaling Turns .69
.....................................
Snow Tires .349
................................
Sound System .133
Spare Tire ......................................
Inf lating .356
....................
Specif ications .385,387
............................
Spark Plugs .384,386
........................
Specif ications .384,386
................................
Speed Control .223
........................
Speed Limiter .283,287
...................................
Speedometer .63
..........
SRS, Additional Inf ormation .21
...
Additional Safety Precautions .31
.............................
Airbag Service .31
......
Airbag System Components .21
How the Passenger Airbag Of f
......................
Indicator Works .30
How the Side Airbag Of f ......................
Indicator Works .29 ..
How the SRS Indicator Works .29
How Your Front Airbags
.......................................
Works .23
.
How Your Side Airbags Works .27
How Your Side Curtain Airbags
.........................................
Work .28
.............................
SRS Indicator .29,57
....
START (Ignition Key Position) .78
.......................
Starting the Engine .281
In Cold Weather at High ..................................
Altitude .281
................
With a Dead Battery .364
........
Steam Coming f rom Engine .367
Steering Wheel
................................
Adjustments .75
.............
Anti-theft Column Lock .78
.......
Steering Wheel Buttons .211,232
...................
Stereo Sound System .133
......................................
Sun Visors .114
........................
Sunglasses Holder .113
Supplemental Restraint ..................................
System .9,21
......................................
Servicing .31
.........................
SRS Indicator .29,57
...................
System Components .21
..................................
Synthetic Oil .317 .
Taking Care of the Unexpected .355
Technical Descriptions
......
DOT Tire Quality Grading .388
.....
Emissions Control Systems .394
Three Way Catalytic
...............................
Converter .396
.......................
Temperature Gauge .66
....................
Temperature, Outside .65
..............
Tether Anchorage Points .46
................
Thef t Protection, Radio .213
..
Three Way Catalytic Converter .396
..........................
Time, Setting the .214
....................................
Timing Belt .328
....................................
Tire Chains .349
.........
Tire, How to Change a Flat .357
...........................
Tire Inf ormation .390
.................................
Tire Labeling .390
Tire Pressure Monitoring ............
System (TPMS) .295,392
Low Tire Pressure ...........................
Indicator .59,295
Required Federal ............................
Explanation .392
..................
TPMS Indicator .59,296
Index
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Windshield.......................................
Cleaning .68
...........................
Def roster .124,129
.......................................
Washers .68
Wipers, Windshield .......................
Changing Blades .340
.....................................
Operation .68
....................................
Worn Tires .345
.....
Wrecker, Emergency Towing .379
..............
XM
Satellite Radio .157,187
U.S. only
Index
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