Honda 2000 Passport - Owner's Manual User Manual

2000 Passport Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. For a printe

Help keep you in a goodposition should the airbags everdeploy. A good positionreduces the risk of injury froman inflating airbag, and allowsyou to get

Keys and IgnitionYour Passport comes with twokeys.The key code number is stampedon the metal plate attached to thekey ring.For vehicle security:Record

The anti-theft steering columnlock is not interconnected with theparking brake. You must alwaysset the parking brake whenleaving the vehicle.To preven

Fully close all windows andlock all doors. This activatesthe anti-theft system (see page148).Keep costly items out of sight.— Never leave things of va

Power Door LocksThe power door lock system haslock buttons on the driver's andfront passenger's door armrests.Either button controls all fou

Child-Safe Door LocksThe rear doors can be locked toprevent children from opening thedoor from the inside.This is done by depressing thelever shown in

3. Push the appropriate edge ofthe adjustment switch to movethe mirror right, left, up, ordown.4. When you finish, move theselector switch to the cent

Power WindowsAll the windows can be operatedby the window control switcheson the driver's door panel. Theignition key must be in the "ON&quo

The LOCK button on the driver'sdoor panel removes power fromthe passengers' windows. Onlythe driver's window can be raisedand lowered.C

Make sure the rear window wiperis off and in its parked position.Turn the key clockwise and pushthe outside lock to unlock theglass. Raise the glass,

3. Raise the hood, and hold itopen with the hood supportrod in the hole on the rightside of the hood.To Close1. Lift the hood slightly toremove tensio

only during a moderate tosevere frontal collision.Airbags can pose serioushazards. To do their job,airbags must inflate withtremendous force and speed

OFF — Light remains offregardless of tailgate opening.To prevent the light from beingleft on, keep the switch set inDOOR position.Dome LightThe dome l

Courtesy LightsThere is a courtesy light in eachdoor panel. All the courtesy lightscome on when any door isopened.Map LightsThe map lights are in the

To slide the moonroof back, pullthe switch backward and releaseit. The moonroof will slide openautomatically. To stop themoonroof at the desired posit

Be careful when you are using thebeverage holder. A spilled liquidthat is very hot can scald you oryour passengers. Spilled liquidscan also damage the

Assist GripAn assist grip is located aboveeach window.Horn ButtonTo sound the horn, press thecenter of the steering wheelairbag.Tilt Steering WheelSee

positions. Move the steeringwheel to the desired position, thenrelease the lever. Try to move thesteering wheel up and down tomake sure it is locked i

To remove the rear ashtray forcleaning, open the ashtray, pushthe metal plate down, then pivotthe ashtray out and up.Accessory Power OutletsThere are

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Comfort and Convenience FeaturesThe heating and air conditioningsystem in your vehicle provides acomfortable driving environmentin all weather conditi

Heating and CoolingThis system combines heating andcooling capabilities for comfort inall weather conditions.During air conditioning operation,slight

Door LocksKeeping your doors lockedreduces the chance of beingthrown out of the vehicle duringa crash. It also helps preventoccupants from accidentall

Fan Control LeverThe fan control lever(OFF - 1 - 2 - 3 - 4) provides speedcontrol of the blower fan in all AirSelector Lever positions.Temperature Con

Foot/Defrost — Aircomes from the flooroutlets, windshield defrosteroutlets and side window defrosteroutlets. When you selectFoot/Defrost, the A/C turn

Operating TipsClear snow and ice from thehood and air inlet in front ofthe windshield. This helps theheater and defroster workbetter and reduces the c

SIDE VENTSCENTER VENTSSIDE VENTSAir VentsCenter and Side Air OutletsThe direction of air flow canbe controlled horizontally andvertically with the kno

Audio SystemAM/FM/Cassette StereoAudio SystemFor LX and EX modelsYour Honda's audio systemprovides clear reception on bothAM and FM bands, while

To store a frequency:1. Select the desired band: AM,FM1, or FM2.2. Use the TUNE or SEEKfunction to find a desiredstation.3. Pick the preset button you

Adjusting the SoundBass, Treble, Balance, and Faderare each adjustable. You selectwhich of these you want to adjustby pressing the MODE buttonseveral

Operating the Cassette PlayerThe ignition switch must be inACCESSORY or ON. Make surethe tape opening on the cassette isfacing to the right, then inse

APS — The Automatic ProgramSearch function allows you to findthe beginning of a song orpassage. Use the (preset 4) or(preset 6) buttons to activateAPS

if there is almost no gap betweenselections, a high noise levelbetween selections, or a silentperiod in the middle of aselection.Caring for the Casset

Protecting AdultsIntroductionThe following pages provideinstructions on how to properlyprotect the driver and other adultoccupants.These instructions

Operating the Optional CDChangerAn in-dash Compact Disc changeris available through your dealer. Itholds up to six discs, providingseveral hours of co

slot. The drive will pull it in therest of the way, and begin playingthe first track. The light next tothe button will stay on as areminder that a CD

AM/FM/Cassette/CDChanger StereoAudio SystemFor EX-L modelYour Honda's audio systemprovides clear reception on bothAM and FM bands, while theprese

you hear a beep, then release it.SCAN shows in the display. Thesystem scans up the band for astation with a strong signal. Whenit finds one, it stops

2. Use the TUNE, SEEK, orSCAN function to find adesired station.3. Pick the Preset button youwant for that station. Press thebutton and hold it until

Radio FrequenciesYour Honda's radio can receivethe complete AM and FM bands.Those bands cover thesefrequencies:AM band: 530 to 1,710 kilohertzFM

Radio signals, especially on theFM band, are deflected by largeobjects such as buildings andhills. Your radio then receivesboth the direct signal from

Operating the Cassette PlayerThe ignition switch must be inACCESSORY or ON. Make surethe tape opening on the cassette isfacing to the right, then inse

cassette stops playing, but it doesnot eject. To begin playing thecassette at the same point, press theTAPE button.When the system reaches the endof t

FF/REW — Fast Forward andRewind move the tape rapidly.Press and release the REW side ofthe TUNE bar to rewind, or theFF side to fast forward. You will

To reduce the chance of injury,wear your seat belt properly, situpright with your back against theseat, and move the seat as far backas possible from

The APS, Repeat, and Skipfunctions use silent periods on thetape to find the end of a song orpassage. These features may notwork to your satisfaction

Operating the CD ChangerTo operate the CD changer, theignition switch must be inACCESSORY or ON.Loading CDs in the ChangerTo load a CD in the changer,

Repeat this procedure to load CDsin the remaining positions in thechanger.To load more than one CD in asingle operation, press and holdthe LOAD button

SCAN — Use the SEEK/SCANbutton to sample the tracks on adisc, or to sample all the discs inthe changer.To sample the tracks on the CDcurrently loaded,

ten seconds. If you do nothing, itwill load the second disc and playthe first track for ten seconds.When it plays a disc that you wantto continue list

Protecting Compact DiscsHandle a CD by its edges; nevertouch either surface. Contaminationfrom fingerprints, liquids, felt-tippens, and labels can cau

Cruise ControlCruise control allows you tomaintain a set speed above 25mph (40 km/h) without keepingyour foot on the accelerator pedal.It should be us

Accelerating (While CruiseControl System Is in Use)Depress the accelerator pedal foracceleration.When you release the acceleratorpedal, the vehicle&ap

Tap Down (While Cruise ControlSystem Is in Use)Quickly pressing and releasing the"SET/COAST" button with thecruise control engaged allows yo

7. If you press the"SET/COAST" button at thesame time as you turn theknob to the"RESUME/ACCEL" position.8. When trouble develops i

dashboard as possible. Apassenger who sits too close to thedashboard could be injured if theairbag inflates.Reclining a seat-back so that theshoulder

You can lock and unlock yourvehicle with the remotetransmitter. When you push theLOCK button, all the doors andthe tailgate lock. The parkinglight wil

To cancel panic mode before 30seconds, press any button on theremote transmitter. You can alsoturn the ignition switch toACCESSORY.Anti-Theft SystemTh

begin blinking rapidly to indicatethe system is active.Deactivating the SystemUnlocking the doors or thetailgate with the key or the remotetransmitter

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Driving TipsBefore Driving ... 152Starting the Engine ... 153New Vehicle Break-In ... 154Parking ... 154Brakes ...

Before DrivingDriving GuidelinesYour Honda has higher groundclearance than a passenger cardesigned for use only onpavement. Higher groundclearance has

switch is turned to the "ON"or "START" position.5. Check all gauges (includingthe fuel gauge).6. Release the parking brake(and mak

New Vehicle Break-InYou may drive your new vehiclefrom its very first mile/kilometerwithout following a formal"break-in" schedule. However,t

If your vehicle is equipped withan automatic transmission, setthe parking brake before youleave the driver's seat. If thevehicle is parked on a g

hazard. This is sometimes referredto as "stomp and steer."You will feel a pulsation in thebrake pedal when the ABSactivates, and you may hea

Properly adjusted head restraintswill help protect occupants fromwhiplash and other crash injuries.See page 90 for how to adjust thehead restraints.5.

If anything goes wrong, the ABSindicator on the instrument panelcomes on (see page 65). Thismeans th e anti-lock function ofthe braking system has shu

Self-Adjusting BrakesThe brakes on this vehicle areself-adjusting. They have beendesigned so that periodic brakeadjustment is not needed.The brakes ad

distances will be longer andvehicle control more limited.While driving on a surface withreduced traction, avoid maneuversinvolving sudden steering,acc

InflationKeeping the tires properly inflatedprovides the best combination ofhandling, tread life, and ridingcomfort. Underinflated tires wearunevenly,

These pressures are also given onthe tire information label on thedriver's doorjamb.Tubeless tires have some ability toself-seal if they are punc

indicator in three or more placesaround the tire.MaintenanceIn addition to proper inflation,correct wheel alignment helps todecrease tire wear. You sh

We urge you not to installoversize tires and wheels thatwould change your vehicle'sride height and possibly affecthandling and stability.It is be

TractionA decrease in driving, cornering,and braking traction occurs whenwater, snow, ice, gravel, or othermaterials are on the road. Vehiclespeed sho

Wheel ReplacementConsiderationsDamaged wheels must bereplaced. For example, replacewheels if they are bent, cracked orheavily rusted, or if wheel nuts

Driving for Best FuelEconomyHow, where, and when you driveall affect how many miles/kilometers you can get from agallon/liter of fuel. The carefulatte

If the seat belt touches or crossesyour neck, or if it crosses yourarm instead of your shoulder, youneed to adjust the seat belt anchorheight.To adjus

air cleaner, so it's important toreplace the air cleaner filter atrequired intervals. See "Care andMaintenance." A dirty air cleanerfil

Three-Way Catalytic ConverterThe three-way catalytic converteris an emissions control deviceadded to the exhaust system toreduce exhaust gas pollutant

If you are planning to take yourHonda outside the U.S. orCanada, contact the touristbureaus in the areas you will betraveling in to find out about the

systems, such as the SRS andanti-lock brake system.However, if electronic accessoriesare improperly installed, orexceed your vehicle's electrical

Carrying CargoYour vehicle has severalconvenient storage areas so youcan stow cargo safely.The glove box, the consolecompartment, and the pockets inth

Load LimitThe maximum load for yourvehicle is:LX2WDmanual trans:automatic trans:LX4WDmanual trans:automatic trans:EXmanual trans:automatic trans:895 I

Carrying Items in thePassenger CompartmentStore or secure all items thatcould be thrown around andhurt someone during a crash.Be sure items placed on

Trailer TowingYour Honda vehicle is designedfor passenger and cargotransportation. With the properequipment installed, your vehiclecan also tow a trai

Follow the recommendations inthis manual and ask your Hondadealer for further details beforeyou tow a trailer with yourPassport.Towing a trailer affec

Tongue load should be between9 percent and 11 percent of thetotal trailer weight. However, itshould never exceed 450 pounds.Never load a trailer with

into the buckle, and tug on thebelt to make sure the belt issecurely latched.Position the belt as low aspossible across your hips. Thislets your stron

Safety ChainAlways use a suitable safety chainbetween your vehicle and thetrailer.Check with your trailermanufacturer for the requiredequipment. Cross

There are no provisions in yourvehicle to tap into its hydraulicbraking system. Any attempt toattach the trailer's brakes to yourvehicle's h

In Case of EmergencyThis section covers the mostcommon problems that motoristsexperience with their vehicles. Itgives you information on how tosafely

Jump StartingDo not push or tow your vehicleto start it. Under some conditionsthis may damage the three-waycatalytic converter or other partsof the ve

If a battery sits in extreme cold,the electrolyte inside can freeze.Attempting to jump start a frozenbattery can cause it to rupture.4. Jumper Cable C

6. Start the engine of the vehiclethat has the discharged battery.7. Remove the battery cables byreversing the above sequenceexactly. Start by removin

5. Block the wheel that isdiagonally opposite the one tobe changed.6. Loosen, but do not remove,the wheel nuts by turning thewrench counterclockwise.7

8. Turn the jack handleclockwise with a slow, smoothmotion to raise the vehicle sothe inflated spare tire willclear the surface.9. Remove the wheel nu

The tire wrench and jack handleare concealed under the right rearseat cushion.UNDERSIDEOF RIGHT REARSEAT CUSHIONTIRE WRENCH AND JACK HANDLESpare Tire

Reverse this procedure to storethe spare tire. Connect the sparetire to the bracket with the outsideof the wheel facing up. Make surethe tire does not

7. Maintain a Proper SittingPositionAfter all occupants have adjustedtheir seats and put on seat belts, itis very important that theycontinue to sit u

find a leak, it must be repairedbefore you can continuedriving. (See Towing on page187.)If you don't find an obviousleak, check the coolant level

Use only towing equipmentspecifically designed for thispurpose, following theinstructions of the equipmentmanufacturer. A separate safetychain system

Rear Wheels off the Ground1. Transfer case in 2H (4WDmodel only).2. Transmission in Neutralposition.3. Maximum speed 30 mph(50 km/h).4. Maximum distan

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Care and MaintenanceThis section explains why it isimportant to keep your vehiclewell maintained and to followbasic maintenance safetyprecautions.This

Front (4WD Only) andRear Propeller Shaft ... 218Exhaust System ... 218Fuel Line and FuelTank/Cap ... 218Drive Belt ... 218Timing

Service Station InformationFuel Fill CapTo remove the fuel fill cap, turn itcounterclockwise. To close the fillcap, turn it clockwise until youhear it

Fuel RecommendationUse only unleaded gasoline. Foradditional information see "FuelRequirements" in this section.Fuel Tank Capacity21.2 U.S.

Hood ReleaseThe hood release lever is on theleft side of the instrument panel.To Open1. Pull the lever to release thehood lock.2. Lift the under-hood

To Close1. Lift the hood slightly to removetension from the support rod.2. Place the support rod in itsretaining clip and lower thehood.Always make su

Owner's IdentificationThis Owner's Manual should be considereda permanent part of the car, and shouldremain with the car when it is sold.The

We recommend that a pregnantwoman use a lap/shoulder beltwhenever possible. Remember tokeep the lap portion of the belt aslow as possible across your

standards, some areas of the UnitedStates and Canada use oxygenatedfuels to help reduce emissions.If you use an oxygenated fuel, besure it is unleaded

This section includes instructionsfor simple maintenance tasks,such as checking and adding oil.Any service items not detailed inthis section should be

Maintenance ScheduleThe Maintenance Schedulespecifies how often you shouldhave your vehicle serviced andwhat things need attention. It isessential tha

Maintenance ScheduleCheck oil and coolant level, at each fuel stop.Under severe driving conditions, service these items more often.* 1 Using SAE 10W-4

R — Replace L — Lube I — Inspect After inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary.Check oil and coolant level at each fuel stop.Under s

Required Maintenance RecordHave your servicing dealer record all Required Maintenance below. Keep receipts for all work done on your car.Care and Main

Non-Scheduled Maintenance RecordRecord additional maintenance for severe driving conditions or non-scheduled maintenance on this page (see pages 200-2

Owner Safety ChecksPromptly take any safetyproblems to your Honda dealerfor service advice.Parking brake — Park on a fairlysteep hill and hold the veh

Sit in the driver's seat andperform these checks:1. With the engine stopped,depress the brake pedal severaltimes; the travel distance andeffectiv

Seat-back latches — Seat-backlatches are designed to preventforward motion of the seat-backwhen the vehicle stops suddenly.Check to see that the seat-

Protecting ChildrenChildren depend on adults toprotect them. However, despitetheir best intentions, many parentsand other adults may not knowhow to pr

Underbody — Corrosivematerials used for road-ice, snowremoval and dust control cancollect on the underbody. If thesematerials are not removed,accelera

Change the oil and oil filter every3,750 miles (6,000 kilometers) orevery three months if you driveunder one or more of these"severe driving"

Oil ViscosityEngine oil viscosity (thickness) hasan effect on fuel economy. Lowerviscosity engine oils can provideincreased fuel economy; however,high

look at the oil level on the dipstick.The dipstick has two markingswhich indicate the minimum andmaximum allowable oil level. If theoil level is lower

Never run the engine with the aircleaner filter removed. If theengine should backfire, it couldpossibly cause an enginecompartment fire.Be sure to rei

Automatic Transmission FluidProper FluidHave the fluid level in theautomatic transmission checkedduring the regularly scheduledmaintenance at your Hon

The engine cooling system isdesigned to maintain the engine atthe proper operating temperatures.The cooling system was filled atthe factory with a qua

You usually do not need to removethe radiator cap to check the enginecoolant level.Adding Engine CoolantTo add engine coolant, remove thecap on the ra

(—36°C) to ensure protectionagainst corrosion and loss ofengine coolant from boiling.This should be done even iffreezing temperatures are notexpected.

If the diaphragm inside thereservoir cap is deformed, returnit to the original (collapsed)condition, then tighten the cap.It is normal for the brake f

Children Should Sit in theBack SeatAccording to accident statistics,children of all ages and sizes aresafer when they are restrained inthe back seat,

Hood Latch and HingesLubricate the hood latch assemblyand hood hinge assembly asfollows:1. Wipe off any accumulation ofdirt o r contamination on thela

Front (4WD Only) and RearPropeller ShaftLubricate the sliding yoke withEP chassis grease. Lubricateuniversal joints with greasecontaining MoS2 (molybd

Spark PlugsReplace the spark plugs with thetype specified in the "TechnicalData" section.ClutchCheck the clutch play at the pedal.Lubricate

Accelerator Pedal LinkageLubricate the accelerator pedalfulcrum pin with multipurposeWheel AlignmentProper wheel alignment improvestire mileage. Your

chemicals from industrialchimneys, and other foreignmatter may damage your vehicle'sfinish if allowed to remain onpainted surfaces.Prompt washing

been coated with corrosionprotectants.At least every spring, flush thesematerials from the underbodywith plain water. Take care tothoroughly clean any

Cleaning FabricCleaning General Soilage orWater Spots From Fabric TrimMultipurpose powdered cleaner isexcellent for this type of cleaningand for clean

Gently scrape the stain off trimmaterial with a clean, DULLknife or scraper. USE VERYLITTLE CLEANER, lightpressure, and a clean cloth(preferably chees

If an odor persists aftercleaning vomit or urine, treatarea with a water-baking sodasolution: 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters)baking soda to 1 cup (250milli

Cleaning Glass SurfacesGlass surfaces should be cleanedon a regular basis. Use of glasscleaner will remove normaltobacco smoke and dust filmssometimes

To remind you of the passenger'sairbag hazards, and that childrenmust be properly restrained in theback seat, your vehicle haswarning labels on t

Technical DataVehicle Identification ... 228Vehicle Loading ... 229Specifications ... 231Technical DataMain Menu

Vehicle IdentificationVehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN)This is the legal identification of thevehicle. It appears on a plate attachedto the left top

equipment on the vehicle when itwas shipped from the factory. Besure to provide this information toyour authorized Honda dealerwhen it is necessary to

load should be distributed on bothsides as equally as possible.Effect on WarrantyYour Limited Warranty on yournew Honda vehicle does not applyto any p

SpecificationsThese specifications are given here for information only. Before using them, see the cautions and other instructionsthroughout this manu

Cooling SystemAir ConditioningClutchTechnical DataMain MenuTable of Contents

Manual Transmission and Transfer CaseAutomatic Transmission and Transfer CaseFuel Tank CapacityTechnical DataMain MenuTable of Contents

Front SuspensionIndependent wishbone arms, torsion bar springs withstabilizer bar.Front Wheel AlignmentRear Suspension5-link, coil spring type with st

Rear AxleFront Axle (4WD Model)Wheels and TiresShift-on-the-Fly SystemTechnical DataMain MenuTable of Contents

FusesFuse boxes are installed on the left side of theinstrument panel and the right side of the enginecompartment. Each fuse box contains spare fuseca

Additional SafetyPrecautionsUse child-safe door locks toprevent children from openingthe doors. Using this featurewill prevent children fromopening th

Fuse Box: Instrument PanelTechnical DataMain MenuTable of Contents

Fuse Box: Engine CompartmentTechnical DataMain MenuTable of Contents

Light BulbsDimensions and WeightsNote: GVWR — Gross Vehicle Weight RatingTechnical DataMain MenuTable of Contents

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Owner AssistanceCustomer RelationsInformation ... 242U.S. Zone Office Map ... 243Warranty Coverages ... 244Reporting Safety Defects . .

Customer Relations InformationYour satisfaction and goodwill areimportant to your Honda dealerand to us, American Honda MotorCo., Inc. Honda dealershi

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Warranty CoveragesYour new Honda is covered bythese warranties:New Vehicle Limited Warranty —Covers your new vehicle, exceptfor the battery, emissions

If you believe that your vehiclehas a defect which could cause acrash or could cause injury ordeath, you should immediatelyinform the National Highway

maintain them. This sectionsummarizes how the emissionscontrols work. Scheduledmaintenance is on page 200.Crankcase EmissionsControl SystemYour vehicl

Infants: Children up to about oneyear old should be restrained in arear-facing, reclining child seat.Only a rear-facing seat providesthe proper suppor

Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)SystemThe Exhaust Gas Recirculation(EGR) system takes some of theexhaust gas and routes it back intothe intake manifold

TreadwearThe treadwear grade is acomparative rating based on thewear rate of the tire when testedunder controlled conditions on aspecified government

Authorized ManualsPurchasing Factory-Authorized ManualsThe following publications covering the operation andservicing of your vehicle can be obtained

These publications cannot be returned for credit without receiving advance authorization within 14 days ofdelivery. On returns, a restocking fee may b

IndexABS. See Anti-Lock BrakeSystemAccessories, Installation ... 169ACCESSORY(Ignition Key Position) ... 97Accessory Power Outlets ... 113Adding

Automatic Transmission ... 74Capacity, Fluid ... 233Driving Pattern Selector . . 79Fluid Temperature Indicator 68Oil Temperature Indicator . .

Change OilHow to ... 208When ... 200, 201, 207Changing a Flat Tire ... 182Lifting Points ... 183Changing Engine Coolant

CoolantAdding ... 214Capacity ... 232Checking ... 213Proper Solution ... 214Temperature Gauge ... 58Corro

Emergency, In Case of ... 179Charging System Indicator . 60Check Engine Light ... 61Checking the Fuses ... 189Engine Overheating ... 186J

Folding the Rear Seat ... 91Foreign Countries,Operation in ... 169Front End, Towing byEmergency Wrecker ... 188FuelFilling the Fuel

Placing a Child SeatThis page briefly summarizesHonda's recommendations on whereto place rear-facing and forward-facing child seats in your vehic

Hot Coolant, Warning About . 214Hydroplaning ... 164Identification Number,Vehicle ... 228If Your Vehicle Has to BeTowed ...

Loading Cargo ... 229LOCK (Ignition Key Position) 97Locks ... 99Anti-Theft Steering Column 97Child-Safe Door ... 101Po

OilChangeHow to ... 208When to ... 200, 201, 207Checking Engine ... 209Front and Rear Axle ... 212Pressure Indicator ... 62Sele

Protecting Children ... 18AdditionalSafety Precautions ... 21All ChildrenMust Be Restrained ... 18Children ShouldSit in the Back Seat .

Safety Defects, Reporting ... 245Safety Labels, Location of ... 45Safety Messages ... ivSeat Belts ... 4, 6Additional Informatio

Starting the Engine ... 153With a Dead Battery ... 180Steam Coming From Engine . 186Steering ColumnIgnition Lock Switch ... 97Steering Whe

Transfer Control LeverAutomatic Transmission ... 785-SpeedManual Transmission ... 82TransmissionChecking Fluid Level5-Speed ManualTransmission ...

Alignmentand Balance ... 167, 220Replacement ... . 163, 165WindowsCleaning ... 69, 72, 226Power ... . 103WindshieldCleaning

Installing a Child SeatAfter selecting a proper child seat,and a good position to install theseat, there are three main steps toinstalling the seat:1.

Protecting InfantsChild Seat TypeOnly a rear-facing child seatprovides proper support for ababy's head, neck, and back.Infants up to about one ye

Installing a Rear-Facing ChildSeat With a Lap/Shoulder BeltThe lap/shoulder belts in the outerback seats have a lockingmechanism that must be activate

A Word to the OwnerWe urge you to carefully read this manual and follow itsrecommendations to help assure enjoyable and trouble-free operation.Please

3. After the belt has retracted,tug on it. If the belt is locked,you will not be able to pull itout. If you can pull the beltout, it is not locked and

To deactivate the lockingmechanism and remove a childseat, unlatch the buckle, unroutethe seat belt, and let the belt fullyretract.Installing a Rear-F

doctor, or follow the seat maker'srecommendations.To achieve the desired recliningangle, it may help to put a rolled-up towel under the toe of th

Of the different seats available,we recommend those that have afive-point harness system asshown.We also recommend that a smallchild stay in the child

See page 32 for how to secure aforward-facing child seat in thecenter back seat with the lap belt.1. With the child seat in thedesired seating positio

of the belt is not tight, thechild seat will not be secure. Itmay help to put weight on thechild seat, or push on the backof the seat, while pulling u

seat while pulling on the belt).Finally, follow instruction number5 on page 32 to verify that thechild seat is secure.Additional Precautions for Small

Checking Seat Belt FitTo determine if a lap/shoulder beltproperly fits a child, have thechild put on the seat belt. Followthe instructions on page 13.

Using a Booster SeatIf a child needs a booster seat, werecommend choosing a style thatallows the child to use thelap/shoulder belt directly, withouta

Physical Size — Physically, a childmust be large enough for thelap/shoulder belt to properly fitover the hips, chest, and shoulder(see page 13 and 3

Important Handling InformationYour Passport has higher ground clearance than a passenger car designed for use only on pavement. Higherground clearance

seat maker to determine whether atether is available for a particularchild seat.Use the measurements shown inthe illustration to locate theattachment

To fasten the belt, insert the latchplate into the buckle, then tug onthe belt to make sure the buckle islatched.To unlock the belt, push the redPRESS

All the lap/shoulder belts exceptthe driver's have an additionallocking mechanism that must beactivated to secure a child seat.(See pages 25 and

Honda provides a lifetimewarranty on seat belts. Honda willrepair or replace any seat beltcomponent that fails to functionproperly during normal use.P

Sensors that can detect amoderate to severe frontalcollision.A sophisticated electronicsystem that continuallymonitors the sensors, controlunit, the a

After inflating, the airbagsimmediately deflate so they won'tinterfere with the driver'svisibility, or the ability to steer oroperate other

If the light stays on after theengine starts.If the light comes on or flasheson and off while you drive.If you see any of theseindications, your airba

Carbon Monoxide HazardYour vehicle's exhaust containscarbon monoxide gas. You shouldhave no problem with carbonmonoxide entering the vehicle inno

Safety LabelsThese labels are in the locationsshown. They warn you ofpotential hazards that could causeserious injury.If a label comes off or becomesh

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A Few Words About SafetyYour safety, and the safety ofothers, is very important. Andoperating this vehicle safely is animportant responsibility.To hel

Off to a Good StartTo make it easier for you to enjoyyour new Passport, we'vegathered together the bits andpieces of information that will getyou

SeatsC — TILT STEERING WHEELB — SEAT BELTA SEAT ADJUSTMENTSee page 89.B SEAT BELTSee pages 13 — 15.C TILT STEERING WHEELSee page 111.A — SEAT ADJUSTME

InteriorG — ADJUSTING REAR ANDSIDE VIEW MIRRORSF — GAUGESL — TURN SIGNALSE — STARTING THEENGINEM — HEATER CONTROLSK — WINDSHIELD WIPERSH — SHIFTINGI —

InteriorD IGNITION SWITCHSee page 97.E STARTING THE ENGINESee page 153.F GAUGESSee page 56.G ADJUSTING REAR ANDSIDE VIEW MIRRORSSee page 101.H SHIFTIN

Engine CompartmentP ENGINE OIL DIPSTICKSee page 196, 209.Q WINDSHIELD WASHERRESERVOIRSee page 69.R RADIATOR CAPSee page 214.P — ENGINE OILDIPSTICKQ —

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Instruments and ControlsThis section explains the controlsand displays that contribute to thedaily operation of your Honda.All the essential controls

Control LocationsMETERS AND GAUGESTRANSMISSION ANDTRANSFER CONTROLLEVERSPARKING BRAKE LEVERInstruments and ControlsMain MenuTable of Contents

Indicators and GaugesTURN SIGNAL INDICATOR LIGHTSRS INDICATOR LIGHTCHECK ENGINEINDICATOR LIGHTLOW OIL PRESSUREINDICATOR LIGHTENGINE COOLANTTEMPERATURE

GaugesTRIP ODOMETERTRIP ODOMETERRESET KNOBTachometerThe tachometer shows the enginespeed in revolutions per minute(rpm). To protect the engine fromdam

Driver and Passenger SafetyThis section gives you importantinformation about how to protectyou and your passengers. It showshow to use seat belts prop

ENGINE COOLANTTEMPERATURE GAUGEFUEL GAUGEodometer by repeatedly pressingand releasing the reset button.To reset a trip odometer, displayit, then press

The needle may move duringturning, stopping andacceleration.Fuel DoorThis is a reminder that the fuel filldoor is on the left side of thevehicle. Alwa

Indicator LightsSEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHTSeat Belt ReminderAs a reminder to you and yourpassengers, this light will comeon for about six seconds each t

the system repaired if the lightdoes not come on when the key isturned to the "ON" positionwithout the engine running orwhen the parking bra

LOW OILPRESSUREINDICATORTURN SIGNAL INDICATORSMALFUNCTIONINDICATORoverheating of the engine couldresult. Have the system checkedas soon as possible.Ma

If you keep driving with themalfunction indicator lamp on,you can damage your vehicle'semissions controls and engine.Those repairs may not be cov

the engine is started. If the lightfails to come on with the keyturned to the "ON" position, itcould indicate a burned out bulbor a blown fu

Automatic Transmission4-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD)INDICATOR LIGHTANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEMINDICATORManual TransmissionUPSHIFT INDICATOR LIGHTUpshift IndicatorManu

as indicated by the "U/S" (upshift)light on the instrument panel.If vehicle speed drops below20 mph (30 km/h), or if theengine is not runnin

Check AutomaticTransmission IndicatorThe indicator light comes on for afew seconds when the ignitionswitch is turned to the "ON"position.If

Important Safety PrecautionsYou'll find many safetyrecommendations throughout thissection, and throughout thismanual. The recommendations onthis

Depending on the type of problem,the "CHECK TRANS" light willflash but the transmission maycontinue to shift automatically. Ifthe transmissi

Automatic TransmissionFluid Temperature IndicatorThe "A/T OIL TEMP" indicatorlight warns that the automatictransmission fluid temperature is

wipers sweep the windshield byturning the INT TIME ring. Theinterval can be adjusted within arange of approximately 3 to 17seconds.Windshield Washer O

Do not use engine antifreeze ora vinegar/water solution in thewindshield washer reservoir.Antifreeze can damage yourvehicle's paint, while avineg

Headlights-On ReminderYou will hear a continuous tonewhen the key is out of the ignitionswitch and the driver's door isopened with the headlight

Rear Window and MirrorDefoggersWith the ignition "ON," push thedefogger switch to use the rearwindow and mirror defoggers.The indicator ligh

Turn Signal LeverPush the lever fully up to signal aright turn. Push it fully down tosignal a left turn. Lights on thefront and rear of the vehicle wi

Hazard Warning FlasherPush the button to turn on thehazard warning lights (four-wayflashers). All four outside turnsignal lights and both indicators i

and the forward driving ranges.The shift lever can be shiftedfreely into any position indicatedby the arrow The levercannot be shifted into any positi

3 (Third) — When operating yourvehicle on slippery roads, on along descending slope, or on aroad with many sharp curves, youwill want to use engine br

Your Vehicle's Safety FeaturesAIRBAGSPOWER DOORLOCKSSEAT BELTSSAFETY CAGECOLLAPSIBLESTEERINGCOLUMNCRUSHZONESYour vehicle is equipped withmany fea

1. Check that the parking brakeis fully applied.2. Turn the key switch to "ACC"position.3. Move the shift lever from "P"to "N

Transfer Control4WD ModelsThe "4WD" indicator lightilluminates when 4WD is engagedwith the 4WD-2WD switch."2H" (High Range, 2-Whee

Shifting the Transfer ControlLever4H 4L: Stop the vehicle. Placethe transmission leverin "N" (Neutral)position. Then movethe transfer contro

When more powerful accelerationis needed, select the "POWER"driving program. The "POWERDRIVE" indicator light comes onwhen the dri

5-Speed Manual TransmissionThe transmission has five fullysynchronized forward speeds. Thegear shift pattern is provided onthe transmission lever knob

Shift Speed ChartThe lower gears of thetransmission are used for normalacceleration of the vehicle to thedesired cruising speed. Thehighest gear of th

"4H" (High Range, 4-WheelDrive)Use this for normal driving ongravel, wet, icy or snow-coveredroads. This position providesgreater traction t

OperationTo set the parking brake, fullypull up on the handle between theseats. To release the parkingbrake, pull upward slightly. Thendepress the pus

parking brake first, then place thetransmission in "P" (Park)position, even on level surfaces.When parking a vehicle equippedwith a manual t

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some safety features cancontribute to injuries if they arenot used properly.Seat BeltsFor your safety, and the safety ofyour passengers, your vehicle

SeatsSeat Adjustment ... 88Fore/Aft Seat Adjustment . 89Reclining Adjustment ... 89Head Restraints ... 90Rear Seat ... 91Fo

Seat AdjustmentHEAD RESTRAINTFORE/AFT SEATADJUSTMENTFRONT SEATLAP/SHOULDER BELTRECLININGADJUSTMENTSeatsMain MenuTable of Contents

Fore/Aft Seat AdjustmentSee pages 10-11 for importantsafety information and warningsabout how to properly positionseats and seat-backs.The front seats

Keep the seat belt's webbing andlatch clear of the seat parts whenyou tilt the folding seats forwardor backward. This helps toprevent damage to t

Rear SeatThe rear seat can be foldedforward to provide additionalcargo area.Folding1. Pull the strap toward theoutside of the seat and foldthe seat cu

4. Unsnap the strap on the seatbottom. Thread it through thebuckle on the seat-back andpull it tight.5. Insert the head restraintsbetween the seat-bac

3. Make sure that the headrestraints are properlyreinstalled on the top of theseat-backs.4. Verify that the seat belts arerouted properly and nottwist

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Interior FeaturesKeys and Ignition ... 97Steering Column Lock/Ignition Switch ... 97LOCK ... 97ACC ... 97ON ...

INTERIOR MIRRORFUEL FILL CAPHORNSUN VISORSUN VISOREXTERIOR MIRRORSGLOVE BOXSTEERING COLUMNLOCK/IGNITION SWITCHTAILGATE OPERATIONInterior FeaturesVANIT