D
DANGER, Explanation of.............iii
Dashboard ............................... 3, 58
Daytime Running Lights (Canada only) ......................................... 75
Daytime Running Lights Indicator ................................... 65
Dead Battery .............................. 299
Defects, Reporting Safety (U.S. only) ....................................... 334
Defogger, Rear Window ...............76
Defrosting the Windows ............113
Detachable Anchor ......................99
Dimensions ................................ 318
Dimming the Headlights ..............74
Dipstick Automatic Transmission .........259
Engine Oil ............................... 201
Directional Signals .................63, 74
Disc Brake Wear Indicators .......230
Disc Care ................................... 186
Disc Player Error
Messages ........................ 128, 157
Disposal of Used Oil ...................255Doors
Auto Door Locking/ Unlocking .............................
83
Childproof Door Locks .............82
Locking and Unlocking ............81
Power Door Locks ...................81
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ................................ 321
Downshifting, Manual Transmission .......................... 217
Driver and Passenger Safety ..........5
Driving ....................................... 213
Economy ................................. 203
Driving Guidelines .....................214
Driving with the Paddle Shifters (Sport only) ............................ 224
Dust and Pollen Filter ................268
E
Economy, Fuel ........................... 203
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Indicator ................................... 62
Emergencies on the Road ..........283
Battery, Jump Starting .............299 Brake System Indicator
.....60, 305
Changing a Flat Tire ...............285
Charging System Indicator ........................ 60, 303
Checking the Fuses ................307
Driving with a Flat Tire ...........284
Hazard Warning Flashers ........76
Jump Starting .......................... 299
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ........................ 60, 303
Malfunction Indicator
Lamp ............................. 60, 304
Overheated Engine .................301
Towing .................................... 311
Emergency Brake ......................102
Emergency Flashers ....................76
Emergency Towing ....................311
Emissions Controls ....................326
Emissions Testing ......................329
CONTINUED
Index
III
INDEX
Used Oil, How to Dispose of......255
V
Vehicle Capacity Load ................209
Vehicle Dimensions ...................318
Vehicle Identification Number ...316
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®),
aka Electronic Stability
Control (ESC), System
VSA OFF Indicator ..................233
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System ................................ 233
VSA OFF Indicator ...................67
VSA OFF Switch .....................234
VSA System Indicator ..............67
Vehicle Storage .......................... 281
Ventilation .................................. 112
VIN ............................................ 316
Viscosity, Oil .............................. 253
W
WARNING, Explanation of ...........iii
Warning Labels, Location of .........54Warranty Coverages (U.S.
only) ....................................... 333
Washer, Windshield Checking the Fluid Level ........258
Fluid Level Indicator (Canada only) ..................................... 65
Operation ................................. 73
Wheels Adjusting the Steering ..............77
Alignment and Balance ...........276
Compact Spare ........................284
Wrench, Nut ........................... 285
Windows Auto Reverse ........................... 101
Operating the Power ...............100
Rear, Defogger ......................... 76
Windshield Cleaning ................................... 73
Defroster ................................. 113
Washers ............................ 73, 258
Wipers, Windshield
Changing Blades .....................269
Operation ................................. 73
Rear Windshield Wiper and Washer ................................. 73
Worn Tires ................................. 275Wrecker, Emergency Towing
....311
Index
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INDEX
Contents
A convenient reference to the
sections in this manual.
Your Vehicle at a Glance
A quick reference to the main
controls in your vehicle.
Driver and Passenger Safety
Important information about the
proper use and care of your vehicle's
seat belts, an overview of the
supplemental restraint system, and
valuable information on how to
protect children with child restraints.
Instruments and Controls
Explains the purpose of each
instrument panel indicator and
gauge, and how to use the controls
on the dashboard and steeringcolumn. Features
How to operate the heating and air
conditioning system, the audio
system, and other conveniencefeatures.Before Driving
What gasoline to use, how to break-
in your new vehicle, and how to load
luggage and other cargo. Driving
The proper way to start the engine,
shift the transmission, and park. Maintenance
The maintenance minder shows you
when you need to take your vehicle
to the dealer for maintenance
service. There is also a list of things
to check and instructions on how to
check them.
Taking Care of the Unexpected
This section covers several problems
motorists sometimes experience, and
details how to handle them.
Technical Information
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities,
and technical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations
(U.S. and Canada only)
A summary of the warranties
covering your new vehicle, and how
to contact us for any reason. Refer to
your warranty manual for detailedinformation. Index
Service Information Summary
A summary of the information you
need when you pull up to the fuelpump.
Overview of Contents
2
The diagrams in this section give you
the dimensions and capacities of
your vehicle and the locations of the
identification numbers. It also
includes information you should
know about your vehicle's tires and
emissions control systems.Identification Numbers...............
316
Specifications ..............................
318
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .............................
321
Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...............................
321
Treadwear ...............................
321
Traction ..................................
321
Temperature ...........................
322
Tire Labeling ..............................
323
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -Required Federal
Explanation .........................
324
Emissions Controls .....................
326
The Clean Air Act ....................
326
Crankcase Emissions Control System ................................
326
Evaporative Emissions Control System ................................
326
Onboard Refueling Vapor
Recovery .............................
326
Exhaust Emissions Controls ..............................
327
Replacement Parts ..................
327Three Way Catalytic
Converter ................................
328
Emissions Testing .......................
329
Technical Information
315
Technical Information
DimensionsLength 161.6 in (4,105 mm) Width 66.7 in (1,695 mm)
Height 60.0 in (1,525 mm)
Wheelbase 98.4 in (2,500 mm)
Track Front 58.7 in (1,492 mm)
ꭧ 1
58.1 in (1,476 mm)ꭧ2
Rear 58.1 in (1,475 mm)ꭧ1
57.4 in (1,459 mm)ꭧ2
ꭧ 1: All models except Sport
ꭧ 2: Sport model
Weights Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attached to the driver's
doorjamb.
Seating Capacities Total 5
Front 2
Rear 3Engine
Type Water cooled 4-stroke SOHC i-VTEC 4-cylinder gasoline engine
Bore x Stroke 2.87 x 3.52 in (73.0 x 89.4 mm)
Displacement 91.3 cu-in (1,497 cm
3)
Compression ratio 10.4 : 1
Spark plugs IZFR6K13 (NGK)
SKJ20DR-M13 (DENSO)
Specifications
318
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