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If you remove the driver's floor mat,
make sure to re-anchor it when you
put it back in your vehicle.
If you use a non-Honda floor mats,
make sure they fit properly and that
they can be anchored securely. Do
not put additional floor mats on top of
the anchored mat.Audio Antenna
Your vehicle is equipped with an
antenna at the rear of the roof. Before
using a
‘‘drive-through ’’car wash,
remove the antenna by unscrewing it by
hand. This prevents the antenna from
being damaged by the car wash
brushes. Dust and Pollen Filter
On models with A/CThis filter removes the dust and
pollen that is brought in from the
outside through the heating and
cooling system.
Have your dealer replace the filter
when this service is indicated by a
maintenance message on the
information display. It should be
replaced every 15,000 miles (24,000
km) if you drive primarily in urban
areas that have high concentrations
of soot in the air, or if the flow from
the heating and cooling system
becomes less than usual.
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If you need to park your vehicle for
an extended period (more than 1
month), there are several things you
should do to prepare it for storage.
Proper preparation helps prevent
deterioration and makes it easier to
get your vehicle back on the road. If
possible, store your vehicle indoors.●Fill the fuel tank.●Wash and dry the exterior
completely.●Clean the interior. Make sure the
carpeting, floor mats, etc., are
completely dry.●Leave the parking brake off. Put
the transmission in reverse
(manual) or Park (automatic).●Block the rear wheels.
●If the vehicle is to be stored for a
longer period, it should be
supported on jackstands so the
tires are off the ground.●Leave one window open slightly (if
the vehicle is being stored
indoors).●Disconnect the battery.●Support the front and rear wiper
blade arms with a folded towel or
rag so they do not touch the
windshield.●To minimize sticking, apply a
silicone spray lubricant to all door
and tailgate seals. Also, apply a
vehicle body wax to the painted
surfaces that mate with the door
and tailgate seals.
●Cover the vehicle with a
‘‘breathable ’’cover, one made
from a porous material such as
cotton. Non-porous materials, such
as plastic sheeting, trap moisture,
which can damage the paint.●If possible, periodically run the
engine until it reaches full
operating temperature (the cooling
fans cycle on and off twice).
Preferably, do this once a month.
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5. Look for any obvious coolantleaks, such as a split radiator hose.
Everything is still extremely hot,
so use caution. If you find a leak, it
must be repaired before you
continue driving (see Emergency
Towing on page311).
6. If you don't find an obvious leak, check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. Add coolant
if the level is below the MIN mark.
7. If there was no coolant in the reserve tank, you may need to add
coolant to the radiator. Let the
engine cool down until the high
temperature indicator goes off
before checking the radiator.
Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.
8. Using gloves or a large heavy cloth, turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without pushing
down, to the first stop. After the
pressure releases, push down on
the cap, and turn it until it comes
off. 9. Start the engine, and set the
temperature control dial to
maximum heat. Add coolant to the
radiator up to the base of the filler
neck. If you do not have the proper
coolant mixture available, you can
add plain water. Remember to
have the cooling system drained
and refilled with the proper
mixture as soon as you can.
10. Put the radiator cap back on tightly. Run the engine, and check
the high temperature indicator. If
it begins to blink or comes on
again, the engine needs repair (see
Emergency Towing on page311).
11. If the temperature stays normal, check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. If it has gone
down, add coolant to the MAX
mark. Put the cap back on tightly.
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Gross Vehicle Weight Rating(GVWR)
.................................
209
H
Halogen Headlight Bulbs
...........
262
Hazard Warning Flashers
............
76
Headlights
.............................
74, 75
Aiming
....................................
262
Daytime Running Lights (Canada only)
.....................................
75
High Beam Indicator
................
65
High Beams, Turning on
..........
74
Lights On Indicator
..................
64
Low Beams, Turning on
...........
74
Reminder Chime
......................
75
Replacing Halogen Bulbs
........
262
Turning on
...............................
74
Head Restraints
............................
94
Heated Mirror
............................
102
Heating and Cooling
..................
110
High Beam Lever
.........................
75
High-Low Beam Switch
................
74
Hood, Opening and Closing the
..........................................
200 Horn
............................................
72
Hydraulic Clutch
........................
261
I
Identification Number, Vehicle
...................................
316
Ignition Keys
.........................................
78
Switch
......................................
80
Timing Control System
...........
327
Immobilizer System
.....................
79
Important Safety Precautions
.........
6
Indicators, Instrument Panel
........
59
ABS (Anti-lock Brake)
.......
62, 231
Brake (Parking and Brake System)
.........................
60, 305
Charging System
..............
60, 303
Check Fuel Cap
.......................
70
Cruise Control
..........................
65
Cruise Main
.............................
65
Door and Tailgate Open
...........
62
DRL (Daytime Running Lights) (Canada only)
.......................
65
Electric Power Steering
............
62 Fog Lights
................................
64
High Beam
...............................
65
High Temperature
...................
63
Key (Immobilizer System)
.......
66
Lights On
.................................
64
Low Fuel
..................................
62
Low Oil Pressure
..............
60, 303
Low Temperature
.....................
63
Low Tire Pressure (U.S. only)
..............................
64, 235
Maintenance Minder
.........
66, 245
Malfunction Indicator Lamp....
304
Passenger Airbag Off
...............
31
Seat Belt Reminder
.............
18, 60
Security System
.......................
66
Side Airbag Off
.........................
61
SRS
.....................................
30, 61
TPMS (U.S. only)
..............
64, 236
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning
...............................
63
VSA System
.............................
67
Washer Level
...........................
65
Infant Restraint
............................
39
Infant Seats
..................................
39
Tether Anchorage Point
...........
47
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