Honda 2001 Civic Coupe - Owner's Manual User Manual

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Your car is equipped with manyfeatures that work together toprotect you and your passengersduring a crash.Some safety features do not requireanyaction

−The master control panel also con-tains these extra features:To open the driver’swindow fully, push the windowswitch firmly down and release it.The w

Usetheswitchesonthedashboardunder the left vent to operate themoonroof. The ignition must be ON(II).To lift the rear of the moonroof forventilation, p

Push the appropriate edge of theadjustment switch to move themirrorright,left,up,ordown.When you finish, move theselector switch to the center (off)po

To apply the parking brake, pull thelever up fully. To release it, pull upslightly, push the button, and lowerthe lever. The parking brake light onthe

Open the glove box by squeezing thehandle. Close it with a firm push.Glove BoxInstruments and Controls101An open glove box can causeserious injury to

Be careful when you are using thebeverage holder. A spilled liquid thatis very hot can scald you or yourpassengers. Spilled liquids can alsodamage the

The coin box is located under the airvent. To open the coin box, pull thebottom edge. Close it with a firmpush.To use the accessory power socket,pull

To use a coat hook, push on the lid.Close it with a firm push.Make sure the coat hook is closedwhen you are not using it. This hookis not designed for

The ceiling light has a three-positionswitch. In the OFF position, the lightdoes not come on. In the centerposition, the ceiling light comes onwhen yo

Turn on the spotlight by pushing thelens. Push the lens again to turn itoff. You can use the spotlights at alltimes.Turn on the spotlight by pushing t

Foryoursafety,andthesafetyofyour passengers, your car isequipped with seat belts in all seatingpositions.These safety features are designedto reduce t

＊＊The heating and air conditioningsystems in your Honda provide acomfortable driving environment inall weather conditions.The standard audio system ha

Proper use of the Heating andCooling system can make theinterior dry and comfortable, andkeep the windows clear for bestvisibility.If your car does no

Air flows from the defrostervents at the base of the windshield.Air flow is divided betweenthe floor vents and the defrostervents at the base of the w

This section covers how to set up thesystem controls for ventilation,heating, cooling, dehumidifying, anddefrosting.The engine must be running for the

The outside air intakes for theheating and cooling system are atthe base of the windshield. Keepthese clear of leaves and otherdebris.The flow-through

When the interior has cooled downto a more comfortable temperature,close the windows and set thecontrols as described for normalcooling.Air conditioni

To warm the interior:Air conditioning, as it cools, removesmoisture from the air. When used incombination with the heater, itmakes the interior warm a

Start the engine.Select .When you select , thesystem automatically switches toFresh Air mode and turns on theA/C.Switch the fan and temperaturecontrol

These settings direct all the air flowto the defroster vents at the base ofthe windshield and the side windowdefroster vents. The air flow will getwar

Your Honda’s audio system providesclear reception on both AM and FMbands, while the preset buttons allowyou to easily select your favoritestations.The

When properly worn, seat belts:Keep you connected to the vehicleso you can take advantage of thecar’s built-in safety features.Help protect you in alm

−−−CONTINUEDUse the TUNE knob totune the radio to a desired frequency.Turn the knob clockwise to tune to ahigher frequency, orcounterclockwise to tune

− You can store thefrequencies of your favorite radiostations in the six preset buttons.Each button will store one frequencyon the AM band, and twofre

− If you aretraveling far from home and can nolonger receive the stations youpreset, you can use the Auto Selectfeature to find stations in the locala

−−Bass, Treble, Balance, and Fader areeach adjustable. You select which ofthese you want to adjust by pressingthe TUNE knob. The mode changesfromBASto

You can use the instrument panelbrightness control dial to adjust the il-lumination of the audio system (seepage ). The audio systemilluminates when t

＊＊▲The cassette system features DolbyB noise reduction, automaticsensing of chromium-dioxide (CrO )tape, and autoreverse for continuousplay.When the s

−−With a cassette playing, you can usethe FF, REW, SKIP, or REPEATfunction to find a desired program.Fast Forward and Re-wind move the tape rapidly. T

− The Repeat functioncontinuously replays the currentsong or passage. Press the RPTbutton to activate it; you will see RPTdisplayed as a reminder. Whe

−−＋＋A trunk-mounted Compact Discchanger is available through yourdealer. It holds up to six discs,providing several hours ofcontinuous entertainment.

＋−＋−Press the CD/TAPE button. You willsee ‘‘CDC’’ in the display. Thesystem will start to play the firsttrack of the first disc. When that discends, t

Your car has a SupplementalRestraint System (SRS) with frontairbags to help protect the heads andchests of the driver and a front seatpassenger during

−−When you activate theRepeatfeaturebypressingtheRPTbutton, the system continuouslyreplays the current track. You willsee RPT in the display as a remi

＊＊Your Honda’s audio system providesclear reception on both AM and FMbands, while the preset buttons allowyou to easily select your favoritestations.T

−−−CONTINUEDUse the TUNE knob totune the radio to a desired frequency.Turn the knob clockwise to tune to ahigher frequency, orcounterclockwise to tune

− You can store thefrequencies of your favorite radiostations in the six preset buttons.Each button will store one frequencyon the AM band, and twofre

− If you aretraveling far from home and can nolonger receive the stations youpreset, you can use the Auto Selectfeature to find stations in the locala

−−Bass, Treble, Balance, and Fader areeach adjustable. You select which ofthese you want to adjust by pressingthe TUNE knob. The mode changesfromBASto

You can use the instrument panelbrightness control dial to adjust the il-lumination of the audio system (seepage ). The audio systemilluminates when t

▲Turn the audio system ON. Makesure the tape opening on the cassetteis facing to the right, then insert thecassette most of the way into the slot.The

−−When the system reaches the end ofthe tape, it will automatically reversedirection and play the other side. Ifyou want to remove the cassettefrom th

− The Repeat functioncontinuously replays the currentsong or passage. Press the RPTbutton to activate it; you will see RPTdisplayed as a reminder. Whe

How you adjust your seats and seat-backs can also affect your safety. Forexample, sitting too close to thesteering wheel or dashboardincreases the ris

−−＋＋CONTINUEDYour dealer also has an accessory in-dash single CD player available thatis operated by the radio controls. Tooperate this unit, use the

＋−＋−Press the CD/TAPE button. You willsee ‘‘CDC’’ in the display. Thesystem will start to play the firsttrack of the first disc. When that discends, t

−−When you activate theRepeatfeaturebypressingtheRPTbutton, the system continuouslyreplays the current track. You willsee RPT in the display as a remi

The band and frequency that theradio was last tuned to is displayed.To change bands, press the AM/FMbutton. On the FM band, ST will bedisplayed if the

−−−CONTINUEDUse the TUNE knob totune the radio to a desired frequency.Turn the knob clockwise to tune to ahigher frequency, orcounterclockwise to tune

−Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store a totalof six stations on AM and twelveon FM.Pick the Preset button you wantfor that station. Press the buttonand hold i

− If you aretraveling far from home and can nolonger receive the stations youpreset, you can use the Auto Selectfeature to find stations in the locala

−−Bass, Treble, Balance, and Fader areeach adjustable. You select which ofthese you want to adjust by pressingthe TUNE knob. The mode changesfromBASto

You can use the instrument panelbrightness control dial to adjust the il-lumination of the audio system (seepage ). The audio systemilluminates when t

You can quickly set the time to thenearest hour. If the displayed time isbefore the half hour, the clock is setback to the previous hour bypressing an

All adults, and children who haveoutgrown child safety seats, arewearing their seat belts andwearingthemproperly(seepage).Any infant or small child is

CONTINUEDDriving very near the transmitter ofa station that is broadcasting on afrequency close to the frequency ofthe station you are listening to ca

Radio signals, especially on the FMband, are deflected by large objectssuch as buildings and hills. Yourradio then receives both the directsignal from

CONTINUEDYou operate the CD player with thesame controls used for the radio.With the ignition switch inACCESSORY (I) or ON (II), insertthe disc into t

−−Each time you press and release theside of the SEEK/SKIP bar,the system skips forward to thebeginning of the next track. Pressthe sidetoskipbackward

＋−＋−Load the desired CDs in themagazine and load the magazine inthe changer according to theinstructions that came with the unit.Play only standard ro

When a CD is not being played, storeit in its case to protect it from dustand other contamination. To preventwarpage, keep CDs out of directsunlight a

If you see an error indication in thedisplay while operating the CDplayer,findthecauseinthecharttothe right. If you cannot clear theerror indication,

If you see an error indication in thedisplay while operating the CDchanger, find the cause in the chartto the right. If you cannot clear theerror indi

＊＊CONTINUEDThe cassette system features DolbyB noise reduction, automaticsensing of chromium-dioxide (CrO )tape, and autoreverse for continuousplay.Ma

▲−The tape direction indicator will lightto show you which side of thecassette is playing. The indicatesthesideyouinsertedfacingupwardis now playing.

The following pages provideinstructions on how to properlyprotect the driver and other adultoccupants.These instructions also apply tochildren who hav

−− The SKIP and REPEAT functionsuse silent periods on the tape to findthe end of a song or passage. Thesefeatures may not work to yoursatisfaction if

If you do not clean the cassetteplayer regularly, it may eventuallybecome impossible to remove thecontamination with a normalcleaning kit.Use 100-minu

You will have to store your favoritestations in the Preset buttons afterthe system begins working. Youroriginal settings were lost whenpower was disco

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Before you begin driving your Honda,youshouldknowwhatgasolinetouse, and how to check the levels ofimportant fluids. You also need toknow how to proper

During this period:Avoid full-throttle starts and rapidacceleration.Avoidhardbraking.Newbrakesneed to be broken-in by moderateuse for the first 200 mi

Removethefuelfillcapslowly.You may hear a hissing sound aspressure inside the tank escapes.Because the fuel fill cap is on thedriver’s side of the car

Shift to Park or Neutral and setthe parking brake. Pull the hoodrelease handle located under thelower left corner of the dashboard.The hood will pop u

If you can open the hood withoutlifting the hood latch handle, or thehood latch handle moves stiffly ordoes not spring back as before, themechanism sh

Wipe the dipstick with a cleancloth or paper towel.Insert it all the way back in its tube.Remove the dipstick (orangehandle).Check the engine oil leve

Most shorter drivers can get farenough away from the steeringwheel and still reach the pedals.However, if you are concerned aboutsitting too close, we

Remove the dipstick again andcheck the level. It should bebetween the upper and lowermarks.Look at the coolant level in theradiator reserve tank. Make

A cold engine uses more fuel than awarm engine. It is not necessary to‘‘warm-up’’ a cold engine by letting itidle for a long time. You can driveaway i

Modifying your car, or installingsome non-Honda accessories, canmake your car unsafe. Before youmake any modifications or add anyaccessories,besuretor

In addition, any modifications thatdecrease ground clearance increasethe chance of undercarriage partsstriking a curb, speed bump, or otherraised obje

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊Your car has several convenientstorage areas so you can stow cargosafely.However, carrying too much cargo,or improperly storing it, can affect

Store or secure all items that couldbe thrown around and hurtsomeone during a crash.Besureitemsplacedonthefloorbehind the front seats cannot rollunder

Distribute cargo evenly on thefloor of the trunk, placing theheaviest items on the bottom andas far forward as possible.Ifyoufolddownthebackseat,tiedo

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This section gives you tips onstarting the engine under variousconditions, and how to operate the5-speed manual and automatictransmissions. It also in

Make sure all windows, mirrors,and outside lights are clean andunobstructed. Remove frost, snow,or ice.Check that the hood and trunk arefully closed.M

Before driving, make sure everyonewith an adjustable head restraint hasproperly positioned the headrestraint. The restraint should bepositioned so the

If the engine does not start within15 seconds, or starts but stallsright away, repeat step 4 with theaccelerator pedal pressed half-waydown. If the en

The manual transmission is syn-chronizedinallforwardgearsforsmooth operation. It has a lockout soyou cannot shift directly from Fifthto Reverse. When

Drive in the highest gear that letsthe engine run and acceleratesmoothly. This will give you the bestfuel economy and effective emis-sions control. Th

Your Honda’s transmission has fourforward speeds, and is electronicallycontrolled for smoother shifting. Italso has a ‘‘lock-up’’ torque converterforb

−CONTINUEDDo this:Press the brake pedal andpress the release button.Press the release button.Move the lever.3To shift from:PtoRRtoPNtoRDto22toDDtoDDto

−−−If you have done all of the above andstill cannot move the lever out ofPark, see Shift Lock Release on page.You must also press the releasebutton t

−−This position is similarto D , except only the first threegears are selected. Use D to provideengine braking when going down asteep hill. D can also

This allows you to move the shiftlever out of Park if the normalmethod of pushing on the brakepedal and pressing the releasebutton does not work.Set t

Honda’s Continuously Variableautomatic transmission’s uniquedesign provides a smooth, constantflow of power. It is electronicallycontrolled for more p

−You must also press the releasebutton to shift into Park. To avoidtransmission damage, come to acomplete stop before shifting intoPark. The shift lev

If necessary, pull up on the belt againto remove any slack from theshoulder part, then check that thebelt rests across the center of yourchest and ove

−−−−−To shift from Re-verse to Park, see the explanationunder Park. To shift to Reverse fromNeutral, come to a complete stopfirst. Press the release b

−Make sure the moonroof and thewindows are closed.Make sure the parking brake is fullyreleased before driving away.Driving with the parking brakeparti

Check your brakes after drivingthrough deep water. Apply thebrakes moderately to see if they feelnormal. If not, apply them gently andfrequently until

The hydraulic system that operatesthe brakes has two separate circuits.Each circuit works diagonally acrossthe vehicle (the left-front brake isconnect

on loose oruneven surfaces, such as gravel orsnow, than a vehicle without anti-lock. Slow down and allow a greaterdistance between vehicles underthose

＊＊＊＊The ABS is self-checking. If anythinggoes wrong, the ABS indicator onthe instrument panel comes on (seepage ). This means the anti-lockfunction of

−− Being able to seeclearly in all directions and beingvisible to other drivers are importantin all weather conditions. This ismore difficult in bad w

− Check your tiresfrequently for wear and properpressure. Both are important inpreventing ‘‘hydroplaning’’ (loss oftraction on a wet surface). In thew

This section also includesMaintenance Schedules for normaldriving and severe driving conditions,a Maintenance Record, and instruc-tions for simple mai

Some of the most important safetyprecautions are given here. However,we cannot warn you of everyconceivable hazard that can arise inperforming mainten

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Adjust the steering wheel, if needed,so that the wheel points toward yourchest, not toward your face.Pointing the steering wheel towardyour chest prov

Be surethere is adequate ventilationwhenever you operate the engine.Let theengine and exhaust system coolbefore touching any parts.Donot run the engin

−The Maintenance Schedule specifieshow often you should have your carserviced and what things needattention. It is essential that you haveyour car ser

＃−According to state and federalregulations, failure to performmaintenance on the items markedwith will not void your emissionswarranties. However, Ho

−＃＊＊＃＃＊＊Maintenance200Service at the indicated distance or time whichever comes first. miles x 1,000km x 1,000months1016508070112110176Check oil and c

−−□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□＃＃＊＊＊＊＊＃Maintenance201U.S. OwnersCanadian OwnersABCDEService at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first.Refer

−＊＊＊＃＃＃＊＃＊＊Maintenance202Service at the indicated distance or time whichever comes first. miles x 1,000km x 1,000monthsReplace every 5,000 miles (8,00

−−□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□＃＃＊CONTINUEDMaintenance203U.S. OwnersCanadian OwnersABCDEFService at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first.Refe

□□□□□□□＃＊＊＊＃Maintenance204See timing belt on page to determine need for replacement.See Air Conditioning Filter on page for replacementinformation und

CONTINUEDMaintenanceRequired Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules)2055,000 mi10,000 mi15,000 mi20,000 mi25,000 mi30,000 mi35,000 mi40,0

MaintenanceRequired Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules)20665,000 mi70,000 mi75,000 mi80,000 mi85,000 mi90,000 mi95,000 mi100,000 mi10

After all occupants have adjustedtheir seats and put on seat belts, it isvery important that they continue tosit upright, well back in their seats,wit

−−−−−−−Engine oil level Check everytime you fill the fuel tank. Seepage .Engine coolant level Check theradiator reserve tank every timeyoufillthefuelt

Fluid LocationsMaintenance208CCLLUUTTCCHH FFLLUUIIDD((GGrraayy ccaapp))AAUUTTOOMMAATTIICCTTRRAANNSSMMIISSSSIIOONNFFLLUUIIDD DDIIPPSSTTIICCKK((YYeellll

To add oil, unscrew and remove theengine oil fill cap on top of the valvecover. Pour in the oil, and install theengine oil fill cap. Tighten it secure

The SAE number tells you the oil’sviscosity or weight. Select the oil foryour vehicle according to this chart.You may use a synthetic motor oil ifit m

Remove the oil filter and let theremaining oil drain. A specialwrench (available from yourHonda dealer) is required toremove the filter.Install a new

Put a new washer on the drain bolt,then reinstall the drain bolt.Tighten it to:Replace the engine oil fill cap.Start the engine. The oil pressureindic

If the coolant level in the reservetank is at or below the MIN line, addcoolant to bring it up to the MAX line.Inspect the cooling system for leaks.Th

Remove the radiator cap bypushing down and turningcounterclockwise.Turn the radiator cap counter-clockwise, without pressing downon it, until it stops

CONTINUEDRemove the radiator cap.Turn the ignition ON (II). Turnthe temperature control dial tomaximum heat. Turn off theignition. Open the hood. Make

−＋＋−Disconnect the battery cablesfrom the terminals. Disconnectthe negative ( ) cable first, thenthe positive ( ) cable.Remove the bolt and nut, thenr

Because protecting the mother is thebest way to protect her unborn child,a pregnant woman should alwayswear a seat belt whenever she drivesor rides in

Tightening torque:When the coolant stops draining,tightenthedrainpluginthebottom of the radiator. Apply non-hardening sealant to the drain boltthreads

Start the engine and hold it at1,500 rpm until the radiator fancomes on. Turn off the engine.Check the coolant level in theradiator and add coolant if

Check the level in the windshieldwasher reservoir at least monthlyduring normal usage. In bad weather,when you use the washers often,check the level e

Check the fluid level with the engineat normal operating temperature.Remove the dipstick (yellow loop)from the transmission and wipe itwith a clean cl

Insert the dipstick all the way backinto the transmission securely asshown in the illustration.The transmission should be drainedand refilled with new

If Honda MTF is not available, youmay use an API service SG, SH or SJgrade motor oil with a viscosity ofSAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 as atemporary replacement

The fluid level should be betweentheMINandMAXmarksonthesideof the reservoir. If the level is at orbelow the MIN mark, your brakesystem needs attention

A low power steering fluid level canindicate a leak in the system. Checkthe fluid level frequently and havethe system inspected as soon aspossible.Alw

The air cleaner element should bereplaced according to the time anddistance recommendations in themaintenance schedule.Carefully clean the inside of t

Clean the hood latch assembly with amild cleaner, then lubricate it with amultipurpose grease. Lubricate allthe moving parts, including the pivot.Foll

Carrying hard or sharpobjects on your lap, or driving witha pipe or other sharp object inyour mouth, can result in injuriesif your front airbag inflat

The spark plugs in your car shouldbe replaced according to the timeand distance recommendations inthe maintenance schedule.Remove the cover by turning

Put the new spark plug into thesocket; then screw it into the hole.Screw it in by hand so you do notcrossthread it.Torque the spark plug. (If you dono

＋−Spark Plug Gap:Push the wire connector onto theignition coil. Make sure it locks inplace.Repeat this procedure for theother three spark plugs.Reinst

Check the battery terminals forcorrosion (a white or yellowishpowder). To remove it, cover theterminals with a solution of bakingsoda and water. It wi

−If the terminals are severely cor-roded, clean them with baking sodaand water. Then use a wrench toloosen and remove the cables fromthe terminals. Al

Disconnect the blade assemblyfromthewiperarmbypushinginthe lock tab. Hold it in while youpush the blade assembly towardthebaseofthearm.Raise the wiper

Remove the blade from its holderby grasping the tabbed end of theblade. Pull firmly until the tabscome out of the holder.Examine the new wiper blades.

Periodically check the engine’sradiator and air conditioningcondenser for leaves, insects, anddirt stuck to the front surface. Theseblock the air flow

To replace it:The air conditioning filter is locatedbehind the glove box.Open the glove box. Remove thehooks on the side panels by pullingout on the t

Remove the first filter by pulling itstraight out of the air conditioningunit. Remove the second filter bysliding it to the left, then pulling itout.I

(See page.)To reduce the number of childdeaths and injuries, every state andCanadian province requires thatinfants and children be restrainedwhenever

−−−−−−−−Check the tension of each belt bypushingonitwithyourthumbmidway between the pulleys.The belts should have the following‘‘play’’ or deflection.

We recommend that you visuallycheck your tires every day. If youthink a tire might be low, check itimmediately with a tire gauge.To safely operate you

Youshouldgetyourowntirepressure gauge and use it wheneveryou check your tire pressures. Thiswill make it easier for you to tell if apressure loss is d

Every time you check inflation, youshould also examine the tires fordamage, foreign objects, and wear.Youshouldlookfor:Bumps or bulges in the tread or

When shopping for replacementtires, you may find that some tiresare ‘‘directional.’’ This means theyare designed to rotate only in onedirection. If yo

The tires that came with your carwere selected to match the perform-ance capabilities of the car whileproviding the best combination ofhandling, ride

＋Tires that are marked ‘‘M S’’ or‘‘All Season’’ on the sidewall have anall-weather tread design. Theyshould be suitable for most winterdriving conditi

Mount traction devices only whenrequired by driving conditions orlocal laws. Make sure they are thecorrect size for your tires. Installthem only on th

Check the operation of your car’sexterior lights at least once a month.A burned out bulb can create anunsafe condition by reducing yourcar’s visibilit

Check the following:Ifyoufindanybulbsareburnedout,replace them as soon as possible.Refer to the chart on page todeterminewhattypeofreplacementbulb is

Front airbags have been designed tohelp protect adults in a moderate tosevere frontal collision. To do this,the passenger’s front airbag is quitelarge

Open the hood.If you need to change the head-light bulb on the driver’s side,remove the power steeringreservoir tank by pulling it out ofits holder.Yo

If you are changing the bulb onthe driver’s side, start the engine,turn the steering wheel all the wayto the right, and turn off theengine. If you are

Use a flat-tipped screwdriver toremove the holding clip from theinner fender.Pull the inner fender cover back.Remove the socket from theheadlight asse

Open the trunk. Determine which of the two bulbsis burned out: stop/taillight/sidemarker light or turn signal light.Pull the bulb straight out of itss

Remove the socket from the lightassembly by squeezing the tabs onboth sides of the socket.Pull the bulb straight out of itssocket. Push the new bulb i

Put the light assembly back intothehole,rightsidefirst.Pushonthe left side until it snaps intoplace.Pull the bulb straight out of theholder. Push the

Removethelensbycarefullyprying on the edge of the lens inthe middle with a fingernail file ora small flat-tip screwdriver. Do notpry on the edge of th

Block the rear wheels.Fill the fuel tank.Change the engine oil and filter(see page ).Wash and dry the exteriorcompletely.Cleantheinterior.Makesurethec

Regular cleaning and polishing ofyour Honda helps to keep it ‘‘new’’looking. This section gives you hintson how to clean your car andpreserve its appe

When you have washed and rinsedthe whole exterior, dry it with achamois or soft towel. Letting itair-dry will cause dulling and waterspots.Only use th

CONTINUEDTo remind you of the passenger’sfront airbag hazards, and thatchildren must be properly restrainedin the back seat, your car haswarninglabels

−−Polishes Polishes and cleaner/waxes can restore the shine to paintthat has oxidized and lost some of itsshine. They normally contain mildabrasives a

Vacuum the carpeting frequently toremove dirt. Ground-in dirt will makethe carpet wear out faster.Periodically shampoo the carpet tokeep it looking ne

Dirt build-up in the loops of the seatbelt anchors can cause the belts toretract slowly. Wipe the insides ofthe loops with a clean clothdampened in mi

Clean the windows, inside and out,with a commercially-available glasscleaner. You can also use a mixtureof one part white vinegar to ten partswater. T

Two factors normally contribute tocausing corrosion in your car:Moisture trapped in body cavities.Dirtandroadsaltthatcollectsinhollows on the undersid

When reporting your collision to theinsurance company, tell them youwant genuine Honda parts used inthe repair. Although most insurersrecognize the qu

This section covers the more-common problems that motoristsexperience with their vehicles. Itgives you information about how tosafely evaluate the pro

Follow these precautions wheneveryou are using the compact spare tire:Thecompactsparetirehasashortertread life than a regular tire. Replaceit when you

If you have a flat tire while driving,stop in a safe place to change it.Stopping in traffic or on the shoulderof a busy road is dangerous. Driveslowly

Turn the jack’s end bracketcounterclockwise to loosen it, thenremove the jack.Loosen the four wheel nuts 1/2turn with the wheel wrench.Find the jackin

Many parents say they prefer to putan infant or small child in the frontpassenger seat so they can watch thechild, or because the child requiresattent

CONTINUEDRemove the wheel nuts and wheelcover. The wheel cover cannot beremoved without first removingthe wheel nuts. Do not attempt toforcibly pry th

Lower the car to the ground andremove the jack.Put on the spare tire. Put thewheel nuts back on finger-tight,then tighten them in a crisscrosspattern

Tighten the wheel nuts securely inthe same crisscross pattern. Havethe wheel nut torque checked atthe nearest automotive servicefacility.Tighten the w

Store the jack in the trunk with theend bracket on the left side. Turnthe jack’s end bracket to lock it inplace. Store the tool kit.Store the wheel co

Diagnosing why your engine won’tstart falls into two areas, dependingon what you hear when you turn thekey to START (III):When you turn the ignition s

Ifyoufindnothingwrong,youwillneed a qualified technician to findthe problem. Seeon page .In this case, the starter motor’sspeed sounds normal, or even

If your car’s battery has run down,you may be able to start the engineby using a booster battery. Althoughthis seems like a simple procedure,you shoul

−＋＋Connect the second jumper cableto the negative ( ) terminal onthe booster battery. Connect theother end to the grounding strapas shown. Do not conn

Once your car is running, discon-nectthenegativecablefromyourcar, then from the booster battery.Disconnect the positive cable fromyour car, then the b

Safely pull to the side of the road.Put the transmission in Neutral orPark and set the parking brake.Turn off the heating and coolingsystem and all ot

Children who play in cars canaccidentally get trapped inside thetrunk. Teach your children not toplay in or around cars. Know howto operate the emerge

If there was no coolant in thereserve tank, you may also have toadd coolant to the radiator. Let theengine cool down until the pointerreaches the midd

This indicator should light when theignition switch is ON (II), and go outafter the engine starts. It shouldnever come on when the engine isrunning. I

This indicator should come on whenthe ignition switch is ON (II), and goout after the engine starts. If itcomes on brightly when the engineis running,

If you have recently refueled yourcar, the cause of this indicatorcoming on could be a loose ormissing fuel fill cap. Check the capand tighten it unti

Your car has certain ‘‘readinesscodes’’ that are part of the on-boarddiagnostics for the emissionssystems. In some states, part of theemissions testin

＊＊＊＊Slow down by shifting to a lowergear, and pull to the side of the roadwhen it is safe. Because of thelonger distance needed to stop, it ishazardou

Use a screwdriver or coin toremove the round plug in thecenter of the headliner.Remove the wrench. Replace theround plug.If the electric motor will no

All the electrical circuits in your carhave fuses to protect them from ashort circuit or overload. Thesefuses are located in two fuse boxes.The interi

If something electrical in your carstops working, the first thing youshould check for is a blown fuse.Determine from the chart on pagesand , or the di

Look for a burned wire inside thefuse. If it is burned, replace it withoneofthesparefusesofthesamerating or lower.If the radio fuse is removed, theaud

The following pages give generalguidelines for selecting and installingchild seats for infants and smallchildren.To provide proper protection, a child

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−−−−−−−＊＊＊No. Amps. Circuits ProtectedNo. Amps. Circuits Protected: On Canadian models1234515 A20 A10 A10 AIgnition CoilLAF HeaterDaytime running ligh

−−−The towtruck uses two pivoting arms that gounder the tires (front or rear) and liftthem off the ground. The other twotires remain on the ground.If

If you decide to tow your car with allfour wheels on the ground, makesure you use a properly-designed andattached tow bar. Prepare the car fortowing a

Thediagramsinthissectiongiveyou the dimensions and capacities ofyour Honda, and the locations of theidentification numbers. It alsoincludes informatio

Your car has several identifyingnumbers located in various places.The Vehicle Identification Number(VIN) is the 17-digit number yourHonda dealer uses

The Engine Number is stamped intothe engine block.The Transmission Number is on alabel on top of the transmission.Identification NumbersTechnical Info

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊SpecificationsTechnical Information294DimensionsWeightsEngineCapacities174.7 in (4,438 mm)66.7 in (1,695 mm)55.1 in (1,399 mm)103.1

−−−−−＊＊−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊SpecificationsTechnical Information295BatteryFusesTiresAlignmentAir ConditioningLightsHFC-134a (R-134a)17.6 19.4 oz (5

−The treadwear grade is a compara-tive rating based on the wear rate ofthe tire when tested under controlledconditions on a specified governmenttest c

！Several warranties protect your new Honda. Read the warranty bookletthoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rightsand respon

Before purchasing a child seat, werecommend that parents test thechild seat in the specific vehicleseating position (or positions) wherethey intend to

−The temperature grades are A (thehighest), B, and C, representing thetire’s resistance to the generation ofheat and its ability to dissipate heatwhen

Some conventional gasolines arebeing blended with alcohol or anether compound. These gasolinesare collectively referred to asoxygenated fuels. To meet

If you are planning to take yourHonda outside the U.S. or Canada,contact the tourist bureaus in theareas you will be traveling in to findout about the

＊＊In Canada, Honda vehicles complywith the Canadian Motor VehicleSafety Standards (CMVSS) forEmissions valid at the time they aremanufactured.The Unit

The three way catalytic converter isin the exhaust system. Throughchemical reactions, it converts HC,CO, and NOx in the engine’s exhaustto carbon diox

The three way catalytic convertercontains precious metals that serveas catalysts, promoting chemicalreactions to convert the exhaustgasses without aff

CONTINUEDIf the testing facility determines thatthe readiness codes are not set, youwill be requested to return at a laterdate to complete the test. I

Then drive in city/suburbantraffic for at least 10 minutes.When traffic conditions allow, letthe vehicle coast for severalseconds without using theacc

Customer Relations...Information . 306...U.S. Zone Office Map . 307...Canada Zone Office Map .

When you call or write, please giveus this information:Honda dealership personnel aretrained professionals. They shouldbe able to answer all your ques

This page briefly summarizesHonda’s recommendations on whereto place rear-facing and forward-facing child seats in your car.Never in the front seat, d

６７８９１０１５１２３４５Warranty and Customer RelationsU.S.ZoneOfficeMap307ZONE 1ZONE 9ZONE 6ZONE 3ZONE 10ZONE 7ZONE 5ZONE 2ZONE 15ZONE 4ZONE 2ZONE 8Mid-Atlantic

Canada Zone Office MapWarranty and Customer Relations308Honda Canada Inc.National OfficeCUSTOMER RELATIONSRELATIONS AVEC LA CLIENTÈLEHonda Canada Inc.

−−−−−−−−−Your new Honda is covered by thesewarranties:provides proratedcoverage for a replacement batterypurchased from a Honda dealer.a seatbelt that

To contact NHTSA, you may eithercall the Auto Safety Hotline toll-freeat 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 inWashington D.C. area) or write to:NHTSA, U.S. D

−＊＊＊＊２００１ＨＯＮThe following publications covering the operation andservicing of your vehicle can be obtained from HelmIncorporated, either by filling ou

−−−ＳＨＩＰＴＯＰＡＹＭＥＮＴThis manual describes the procedures involved in thereplacement of damaged body parts.This manual covers maintenance and recommendedpr

CONTINUED...Accessories and Modifications . 169...Accessories . 169...Additional Safety Precaution . 170...

＊...Capacities Chart . 294...Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 54...Cargo Hook . 104...

CONTINUED...Driving . 175...Economy . 168...In Bad Weat

...Fuses, Checking the . 284...Gas Mileage, Improving . 168...Gasohol . 298...

After selecting a proper child seat,and a good position to install the seat,there are three main steps ininstalling the seat:Make sure the child is pr

CONTINUED...Keys . 79...Neutral Gear Position . 182...New Vehicle Break-

＊...Safety Belts . 8, 44...Safety Defects, Reporting . 310...Safety Features . 7...

＊CONTINUED...Tachometer . 66Taillights, Changing...Bulbs in . 250, 251.Taking Care of the

＊...Underside, Cleaning . 261Unexpected, Taking Care...of the . 263...Uniform Tire Quality G

＊...Operating the Power . 96...Rear, Defogger . 74Windshield...Cleaning . 7

Service Information SummaryGasoline:Fuel Tank Capacity:Recommended Engine Oil:Automatic Transmission Fluid:Tire Pressure (measured cold):Brake Fluid:P

Only a rear-facing child seat providesproper support for a baby’s head,neck, and back. Infants up to aboutone year of age must be restrained ina rear-

With the child seat in the desiredback seating position, route thebelt through the child seataccording to the seat maker’sinstructions, then insert th

Pushandpullthechildseatforward and from side to side toverify that it is secure enough tostay upright during normal drivingmaneuvers. If the child sea

Forproperprotection,aninfantmustride in a reclined, or semi-reclinedposition. To determine the properreclining angle, check with the baby’sdoctor or f

A child who can sit up withoutsupport, and who fits within the childseat maker’s weight and heightlimits, should be restrained in aforward-facing, upr

With the child seat in the desiredseating position, route the beltthrough the child seat accordingto the seat maker’s instructions,then insert the lat

Pushandpullthechildseatforward and from side to side toverify that it is secure enough tostay upright during normal drivingmaneuvers. If the child sea

−−−−−−To help you make informeddecisions about safety, we haveprovided operating procedures andother information on labels and inthis manual. This inf

When a child reaches therecommended weight or height limitfor a forward-facing child seat, thechild should sit in the back seat andwear a lap/shoulder

Devices intended to improveoccupant comfort or reposition theshoulder part of a seat belt, severelycompromise the protective capabilityof the seat bel

The back seat is the safest place fora child of any age or size.The National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration and TransportCanada recommend that a

Supervise the child. Even maturechildren sometimes need to bereminded to fasten the seat beltsor sit properly.If you decide that a child can safelyrid

To use the anchorage point, pivot itscover up.Your car has three tether anchoragepoints under the rear window forsecuring a tether-style child seat to

The exact location of each anchor ismarked with a small circle above thelower anchor point.To install a child seat designed toattach to the lower anch

Follow the child seat maker’sinstructions for any additionaladvice on adjusting or tighteningthe fit.Attach the tether strap hook to thetether anchora

This seat belt has a single belt thatgoes over your shoulder, across yourchest and across your hips.Your seat belt system includes lap/shoulder belts

If the shoulder part of the belt ispulled all the way out, the lockingmechanism will activate. The beltwill retract, but it will not allow thepassenge

For safety, you should check thecondition of your seat belts regularly.Pull each belt out fully and look forfrays, cuts, burns, and wear. Checkthat th

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If a seat belt is worn during a crash,you should have your dealer inspectthe belt, and replace it if necessary.A belt that has been worn during acrash

Your Supplemental Restraint System(SRS) includes:Two front airbags. The driver’sairbag is stored in the center ofthe steering wheel; the frontpassenge

This can occur when the severity ofa collision is at the margin, orthreshold, that determines whetheror not the airbags will deploy. Insuch cases, the

To get the best protection from theside airbags, front seat occupantsshould wear their seat belts and situpright and well back in their seats.If you e

If the light comes on at any othertime, or does not come on at all, youshould have the system checked byyour dealer. For example:If the SRS indicator

To reduce the risk of injury from aninflating side airbag, your car has anautomatic cutoff system for thepassenger’s side airbag.Although Honda does n

Together, airbags andseat belts provide the bestprotection.Tampering could causethe airbags to deploy, possiblycausing very serious injury.See page fo

Push the button.Select the mode.Turn the fan on high speed.Set the temperature control to acomfortable setting.High levels of carbon monoxide cancolle

These labels are in the locationsshown. They warn you of potentialhazards that could cause seriousinjury. Read these labels carefully.If a label comes

On models without side airbagsOn models with side airbagsSafety LabelsDriver and Passenger Safety56HOODMain Menu

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This section gives information aboutthe controls and displays thatcontribute to the daily operation ofyour Honda. All the essentialcontrols are within

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＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊CONTINUED12The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.Shift Lever Position Indicator for th

＊＊＊The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.Indicator LightsInstruments and ControlsDX60LLOOWW OO

The instrument panel has manyindicators to give you importantinformation about your car.This indicator lights when you turnthe ignition switch ON (II)

This light has two functions:This light normally comes on for afew seconds when you turn theignition switch ON (II), and whenthe ignition switch is tu

This light comes on with the highbeam headlights. See page forinformation on the headlightcontrols.This lights when you set the cruisecontrol. See pag

−This indicator comes on for a fewseconds when you turn the ignitionswitch ON (II). It will then go off ifyou have inserted a properly-codedignition k

Your dealer will reset this indicatorafter completing the scheduledmaintenance. If this maintenance isdone by someone other than yourHonda dealer, res

This shows your speed in miles perhour (mph). The smaller innernumbers are the speed in kilometersper hour (km/h).This shows your speed in kilometersp

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This shows how much fuel you have.It is most accurate when the car is onlevel ground. It may show slightlymore or less than the actual amountwhenyouar

This shows the temperature of theengine’s coolant. During normaloperation, the pointer should risefrom the bottom white mark to aboutthe middle of the

＊＊＊Thetwoleversonthesteeringcolumn contain controls for drivingfeatures you use most often. The leftlever controls the turn signals,headlights, and hi

The rotating switch on the left levercontrols the lights. Turning thisswitch to the ‘‘ ’’ position turnson the parking lights, taillights,instrument p

Canadian models onlyWith the headlight switch off, thehigh beam headlights come on withreduced brightness when you turnthe ignition switch to ON (II)

Signal a turn or lane change with thislever. Push down on the lever tosignal a left turn, and up to signal aright turn. If you push it up or downall t

In intermittent, the wipers operateevery few seconds. In low speed andhigh speed, the wipers run continu-ously.To operate the wipers in mist mode,push

Make sure the rear window is clearand you have good visibility beforestarting to drive.The defogger and antenna wires onthe inside of the rear window

Push the lever up to lock thesteering wheel in that position.Make sure you have securelylocked the steering wheel in placeby trying to move it up and

Accelerate to the desired cruisingspeedabove25mph(40km/h).Push in the Cruise Control MasterSwitch to the left of the steeringcolumn. The indicator in

This section gives you importantinformation about how to protectyourself and your passengers. Itshows you how to use seat beltsproperly. It explains y

CONTINUEDYou can increase the set cruisingspeed in any of these ways:Press and hold the RESUME/accel button. The car will acceler-ate. When you reach

Even with the cruise control turnedon, you can still use the acceleratorpedal to speed up for passing. Aftercompleting the pass, take your footoff the

The valet key works only in theignition and the door locks. You cankeep the trunk, trunk release handleand rear seat trunk access lockedwhen you leave

The Immobilizer System protectsyour car from theft. A properly-coded master or valet key must beused in the ignition switch for theengine to start. If

The system may not recognize yourkey’s coding if another immobilizerkey or other metal object is near theignition switch when you insert thekey. To ma

− You can insert orremove the key only in this position.To switch from ACCESSORY toLOCK, you must push the key inslightly as you turn it. If your car

−−−In this position,you can operate the audio systemand the accessory power socket.This is the normal keyposition when driving. All featuresand access

The front doors can be locked andunlocked from the outside with thekey.To lock the driver’s door whengetting out of the car, pull the insidedoor handl

CONTINUEDWhen you push the LOCK button asecond time within 5 seconds afteryou have locked the doors, the hornwill sound once to verify that thedoors a

＋To replace the battery, remove theround cover on the back of the trans-mitter by turning it counterclockwisewith a coin.Remove the old battery and no

Excessive speed is a major factor incrash injuries and deaths. Generally,the higher the speed the greater therisk, but serious accidents can alsooccur

▽◎As required by the FCC:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay no

Youcanopenthetrunkintwoways:Pull the trunk release handle tothe left of the driver’s seat.Usethemasterkeytoopenthetrunk lock. The valet key does notwo

To open the trunk, push the releaselever to the left.As a safety feature, your car has arelease lever on the trunk latch sothe trunk can be opened fro

−See pages for important safetyinformation and warnings about how toproperly position seats and seat-backs.13 15Make all seat adjustments beforeyou st

To adjust the height of the driver’sseat, turn the dial on the outside ofthe seat bottom.To use the driver’s seat armrest,pivotitdown.To get into the

Push the passenger’s seat-back whilepushingdownonthereleaselevertotilt the seat-back out of the way. Theentire seat will slide forward at thesame time

To remove a head restraint forcleaning or repair, pull it up as far asit will go. Push the release buttonand pull the restraint out of the seat-back.T

The back of the rear seat folds downto give you direct access to the trunk.Each side folds down separately.With only half the seat folded, youcan stil

To release the seat-back from insidethe trunk, pull the release under thetrunk panel. Push the seat-backdown, then let go of the release.To lock the s

Your car’s windows are electrically-powered. Turn the ignition switch toON(II)toraiseorloweranywindow.Each door has a switch that controlsits window.