Honda 2003 Accord Sedan - Owner's Manual User Manual

2003 Accord Sedan Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. For a pr

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

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

If your car’s battery is disconnectedor goes dead, or the driver’s windowfuse is removed, the AUTO functionwill be disabled. The power windowsystem ne

Turnthekeyclockwiseagain,andhold it. All four windows start toopen. To stop the windows,release the key.To close the windows further, turnandholdtheke

The moonroof has a key-off delay.You can still open and close themoonroof for up to ten minutes afteryou turn off the ignition. The key-offdelay cance

Push or pull the adjustment knobin the appropriate direction tomove the mirror right, left, up, ordown.When you finish, turn theadjustment knob to the

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

To open the console compartment,pull up on the right lever and lift thearmrest.You can put small items in the traylocated in the console compartmentli

Be careful when you are using thebeverage holders. A spilled liquidthat is very hot can scald you or yourpassengers. Liquid can also spillfrom the doo

To open the center CD pocket, push-down on the center of the lid tounlatch it. It will swing openautomatically.To close it, push the lid down until it

Touseavanitymirroronthebackofthe sun visor, pull up the cover.The lights beside the mirror comeon when you pull up the cover.In this position, the sun

In addition, most states and allCanadian provinces require you towear seat belts.When properly worn, seat belts:Help protect you in almost everytype o

Some larger styles of sunglassesmay not fit in the holder.There are two accessory powersockets, one is located in the front ofthe center console. The

These sockets are intended to supplypower for 12 volt DC accessoriesthat are rated 120 watts or less (10amps).They will not power an automotivetype ci

After all doors are closed tightly, thelight dims slightly, then fades out inabout 30 seconds. In the ON position,the ceiling light stays oncontinuous

Your car also has a courtesy light inthe ignition switch. This light comeson when you open the driver’s door.It remains on for several secondsafter th

...Heating and Cooling . 112...What Each Control Does . 112...How to Use the System . 115...To Turn Everything

This button controls the source of airgoing into the system. When theindicator above this button is lit, airfrom the car’s interior is sentthrough the

Use the MODE buttons to select thevents the air flows from. Some airwill flow from the dashboard cornervents in all modes.Air flows from the centerand

The direction of air flow from thevents in the center and each side ofthe dashboard is adjustable.To adjust the air flow from thecenter vent, move the

CONTINUEDThe flow-through ventilation systemdraws in outside air, circulates itthrough the interior, then exhausts itthrough vents near the rear windo

Air conditioning places an extra loadon the engine. Watch the enginecoolant temperature gauge (see page) when driving in stop-and-gotraffic or climbin

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

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

For safety, make sure you have aclear view through all the windowsbefore driving away.To shut off the system temporarily,turn the fan speed and temper

CONTINUEDTo adjust the air flow from thecenter vent, move the tab up-and-down and side-to-side.Thesideventscanbeopenedandclosed with the dials underne

Climate Control SystemComfort and Convenience Features120Main MenuTable of Contents

Pressing the OFF button shuts theclimate control system completelyoff. Keep the system completely offonly for short periods. To keep staleair and must

Press the A/C button to turn the airconditioningonandoff.YouwillseeA/C ON or A/C OFF in the display.You can manually select variousfunctions of the Cl

▲▼CONTINUEDYou can manually select the fanspeed by pressing the fan controlbuttons: to increase the fan’sspeed, or to decrease the fan’sspeed.Use the

The main air flow is dividedbetween the dashboard vents andthe floor vents.The main air flow comesfrom the floor vents.The main air flow comesfrom the

The button directs the mainair flow to the windshield for fasterdefrosting. It also overrides anyMODE selection you may have made.When you turn off by

Your car is equipped with twotemperature control dials, one forthe driver, and one for the passenger.Thedriver’ssideandthepassenger’sside can be contr

Your car’s seats are designed to keepyou in a comfortable, uprightposition so you can take fulladvantage of the protection offeredby seat belts and th

▲▼To put the Automatic ClimateControl in fully-automatic mode,press the AUTO button. Theindicator in the button will light.Then set the desired temper

Touching ‘‘ON’’ or ‘‘OFF’’ in thedisplay turns the air conditioning onandoff.YouwillseeA/CONorA/COFF in the display.You can manually select variousfun

Use the MODE icons in the A/Cdisplay to select the vents the airflows from. Some air will flow fromthe dashboard corner vents and theside vents in all

You can manually select the fanspeed by touching any of the fancontrol icons on the display.This button controls the source of airgoing into the syste

The button directs the mainair flow to the windshield for fasterdefrosting. It also overrides anyMODE selection you may have made.When you turn off by

▲▼▲▼▲▼Your car has four temperaturecontrol buttons on the climatecontrol panel, two for the driver andtwo for the passenger. The driver’sandpassenger’

Theclimatecontrolsystemhastwosensors. A sunlight sensor is locatedin the top of the dashboard and atemperature sensor is next to thesteering column. D

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

−−− The SCAN functionsamples all the stations with strongsignals on the selected band. Toactivate it, press the SCAN button,then release it. You will

−−−To store a frequency:UsetheTUNE,SEEK,orSCANfunction to tune the radio to adesired station.You can store thefrequencies of your favorite radiostatio

Frontseatoccupantsaresittingupright and as far back as possiblefrom the steering wheel anddashboard (see page ).Seat-backs are upright (see page).Head

−−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

−−These twomodes adjust the strength of thesound coming from each speaker.BAL adjusts the side-to-side strength,while FAD adjusts the front-to-backstr

If your car’s battery is disconnectedor goes dead, the time setting will belost. To set the time again, follow thesetting procedure.The audio system u

For best results when using CD-Rdiscs, use only high quality discslabeled for audio use. Whenrecording a CD-R, the recordingmust be closed in order fo

You can use the SEEK/SKIP barwhile a disc is playing to selectpassages and change tracks.Press the eject button to remove thedisc from the drive.If yo

−−−＋To activate the Repeatfeature, press and release the RPTbutton. You will see RPT in thedisplay. The system continuouslyreplays the current track.

When you switch back to CD mode,the system selects the same unit (in-dash or changer) that was playingwhen you switched out of CD mode.To use the SKIP

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

＊＊The cassette system features Dolbynoise reduction, automatic sensing ofchromium-dioxide (CrO ) tape, andauto-reverse for continuous play.To operate

For security, locked doors canprevent an outsider fromunexpectedly opening a door whenyou come to a stop.Your car has a door monitor light onthe instr

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

−−With a cassette playing, you can usethe FF, REW, SKIP, or REPEATfunction to find a desired program.The Skip function allowsyoutofindthebeginningofas

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

The in-dash CD changer holds up tosix discs. You operate the CDchanger with the same controls usedfor the radio. See page for CDchanger operation.The

−−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 t

−−−The SCAN functionsamples all the stations with strongsignals on the selected band. Toactivate it, press the SCAN button,then release it. You will s

−−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

If you do not like the stations AutoSelect has stored, you can storeother frequencies in the preset bars.UsetheTUNE,SEEK,orSCANfunction to find the de

−−These twomodes adjust the strength of thesound coming from each speaker.BAL adjusts the side-to-side strength,while FAD adjusts the front-to-backstr

For example:1:06 would RESET to 1:00.1:52 would RESET to 2:00.If your car’s battery is disconnectedor goes dead, the time setting will belost. To set

Any driver who sits too close to thesteering wheel is at risk of beingseriously injured or killed by strikingthe steering wheel or from beingstruck by

Your Honda’s audio system has anin-dash CD changer that holds up tosix discs, providing several hours ofcontinuous entertainment. Youoperate this CD c

To load multiple CDs in oneoperation:To load a single CD:Press and hold the LOAD buttonuntil you hear a beep and see‘‘LOAd’’ in the display, thenrelea

You can also load a CD into an emptyposition while a CD is playing bypressing the appropriate side of apreset bar. Select an empty position(the disc n

−−−When that disc ends, the next disc inthe CD changer is loaded and played.After the last disc finishes, thesystem returns to disc 1.To select a diff

If you turn the system off while a CDis playing, either with the PWRbutton or the ignition switch, playwill continue at the same point whenyouturnitba

To remove the disc that is currentlyplaying, press the eject button. Youwill see ‘‘EJEC’’ in the display. Whenyou remove the disc from the slot,the sy

For information on how to handleand protect compact discs, see page.In any mode, if you press the ejectbutton and hold it until you hear abeep, the sy

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

＊＊The cassette system features Dolbynoise reduction, automatic sensing ofchromium-dioxide (CrO ) tape, andauto-reverse for continuous play.To operate

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

A front passenger should also adjustthe seat-back to an upright position,but as far from the dashboard aspossible. A passenger who sits tooclose to th

−−With a cassette playing, you can usethe FF, REW, SKIP, or REPEATfunction to find a desired program.The Skip function allowsyoutofindthebeginningofas

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

The in-dash CD changer holds up tosix discs. You operate the CDchanger with the same controls usedfor the radio. See page for CDchanger operation.The

−−The ignition switch must be inACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) tooperate the audio system. Turn thesystem on by pressing the PWR/VOL knob, the AM/FM button,

−−To store a frequency:UsetheTUNE,SEEK,orSCANfunction to tune the radio to adesired station.Repeat steps 2 to 4 to store a totalof six stations on AM

− 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

−−To adjust the bassand treble, touch the orarrows next to the BASS orTRE icons. The adjustment barabove each button shows you thecurrent setting.Thes

If you want to adjust the sound whilethe radio/CD is playing, push theAUDIO DISPLAY button, then touchthe SOUND icon in the display.To return to the p

Your Honda’s radio can receive thecomplete AM and FM bands.Those bands cover these frequen-cies:AM band:530 to 1,710 kilohertzFM band:87.7 to 107.9 me

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

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

Your Honda’s audio system has anin-dash CD changer that holds up tosix discs, providing several hours ofcontinuous entertainment. Youoperate this CD c

To load multiple CDs in oneoperation:Repeat this until all six positionsare loaded. The system will thenbegin playing the last CD loaded.To load a sin

−If you press the LOAD button whilea CD is playing, the system will stopplaying that CD and start the loadingsequence. It will then play the CDjust lo

−Select the CD changer by pressingthe CD/AUX button. You will see‘‘CD’’ in the upper display. Thesystem will begin playing the lastselected disc in th

CONTINUEDWhen you touch the TRACK SCANicon on the audio display or press theSCAN button next to the display, thefirst track of the current CD playsabo

To take the system out of CD mode,press the AM/FM button. Each timeyou press the AM/FM button, thesystem changes to the next mode(AM, FM1, or FM2). Wh

To remove the disc that is currentlyplaying, press the eject button. Youwill see ‘‘EJEC’’ in the display. Whenyou remove the disc from the slot,the sy

For information on how to handleand protect compact discs, see page.If you press the eject button whilelistening to the radio, or with theaudio system

IndicationIf you see an error indication in theupper display while operating the CDchanger, find the cause in the chartto the right. If you cannot cle

Never try to insert foreign objects inthe CD player or the magazine.A new CD may be rough on theinner and outer edges. The smallplastic pieces causing

Position the lap part of the belt aslow as possible across your hips,then pull up on the shoulder part ofthe belt so the lap part fits snugly.This let

＊＊The cassette system features Dolbynoise reduction, automatic sensing ofchromium-dioxide (CrO ) tape, andauto-reverse for continuous play.To operate

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

−−▲▼With a cassette playing, you can usethe FF, REW, SKIP, or REPEATfunction to find a desired program.The Skip function allowsyoutofindthebeginningof

− 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 t

The cassette player picks up dirt andoxides from the tape. This contami-nation builds up over time andcauses the sound quality to degrade.To prevent t

▲▼＋−Three controls for the audio systemare mounted in the steering wheelhub. These let you control basicfunctions without removing yourhand from the w

−Your car’s audio system will disableitself if it is disconnected fromelectrical power for any reason. Tomake it work again, the user mustenter a spec

With the system set, you can stillopen the trunk with the master keyor the remote transmitter withouttriggering the alarm. The alarm willsound if the

Accelerate to the desired cruisingspeedabove25mph(40km/h).Push in the Cruise Control MasterButtononthesteeringwheel.TheCRUISE MAIN light on theinstrum

Resting your foot on the brake orclutch pedal will cause the cruisecontrol to cancel.Even with the cruise control turnedon, you can still use the acce

This Owner’s Manual covers all models ofthe Accord Sedan. You may finddescriptions of equipment and features thatare not on your particular model.The

To adjust the height of a front seatbelt anchor, squeeze the two releasebuttons and slide the anchor up ordown as needed (it has fourpositions).This c

Pressing the Cruise Control MasterSwitch turns the system completelyoff and erases the previous cruisingspeed from memory. To use thesystem again, ref

If your garage door opener wasmanufactured before April 1982, youmay not be able to programHomeLink to operate it. Garage dooropeners manufactured bef

−If you are training the second orthird buttons, go directly to Step 1.Unplug the garage door openermotor from the house current.Before you can use Ho

For security purposes, newer garagedoor opening systems use a ‘‘rolling’’or variable code. Information fromthe remote control and the garagedoor opene

−−Itmaybehelpfultohavesomeoneassist you with this procedure.Find the ‘‘Training’’ button on yourgarage door opener unit. Thelocation will vary, depend

As required by the FCC:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not

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.We recommend gasolines containingdetergent additives that help preventfuel system

Screw the fuel fill cap back on,tighten it until it clicks severaltimes. If you do not properlytighten the cap, the MalfunctionIndicator Lamp may come

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

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

CONTINUEDTo close the hood, lift it up slightly toremove the support rod from thehole. Put the support rod back intoits holding clip. Lower the hood t

Check the engine oil level every timeyou fill the car with fuel. Wait a fewminutes after turning the engine offbefore you check the oil.Remove the dip

CONTINUEDInsert it all the way back in its tube. Remove the dipstick again andcheck the level. It should bebetween the upper and lowermarks.If it is n

Refer toon page for informationon checking other items in yourHonda.Look at the coolant level in theradiator reserve tank. Make sure it isbetween the

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

Be sure electronic accessories donot overload electrical circuits(see page ).Have the installer contact yourHonda dealer for assistance beforeinstalli

If a side airbagor a side curtain airbag inflates, acupholderorotherhardobjectattached on or near the door couldbe propelled inside the car andhurt so

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

Store or secure all items that couldbe thrown around and hurtsomeone during a crash.Be sure items placed on the floorbehind the front seats cannot rol

If you can carry any items on aroofrack,besurethetotalweightof the rack and the items does notexceed the maximum allowableweight. Please contact your

Each time you have a check-up, askyour doctor if it’s okay for you todrive.Remember to keep the lap portion ofthe belt as low as possible acrossyour h

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.C

Push the clutch pedal down all theway. START (III) does notfunction unless the clutch pedal isdepressed.Apply the parking brake.In cold weather, turn

Use the following procedure:Turn off all electrical accessoriesto reduce the drain on the battery.Push the accelerator pedal half-way to the floor and

Come to a full stop before you shiftinto Reverse. You can damage thetransmission by trying to shift intoReverse with the car moving. Pushdown the clut

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

CONTINUEDDo this:Press the brake pedal andpress the release button.Press the release button.Move the lever.3To shift from:PtoRRtoPNtoRDto22to11to22toD

−−−−This position mechani-cally locks the transmission. UsePark whenever you are turning off orstarting the engine. To shift out ofPark, you must pres

−−− To shift to Second,pressthereleasebuttononthesideof the shift lever. This position locksthetransmissioninsecondgear.Itdoes not downshift to first

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

If they do, theycould be very seriously injured in acrash.Devices intended to improveoccupant comfort or reposition theshoulder part of a seat belt ca

If you need to use the Shift LockRelease, it means your car isdeveloping a problem. Have the carchecked by your Honda dealer.Push down on the key whil

−Make sure the parking brake is fullyreleased before driving away.Driving with the parking brakepartially set can overheat or damagethe rear brakes.Al

Your Honda is equipped with frontdisc brakes. The brakes on the rearwheels may be disc or drum,depending on the model. A powerassist helps reduce the

this defeats thepurpose of the ABS. Let the ABSwork for you by always keeping firm,steady pressure on the brake pedalas you steer away from the hazard

such as trying to take acorner too fast or making a suddenlane change. Always drive at a safe,prudent speed for the road andweather conditions.Always

Your Honda is equipped with aTraction Control System (TCS) toassist you in maintaining tractionwhile driving slowly on loose orslippery surfaces.TCS m

The TCS indicator comes on orflashes under the following condi-tions:When you turn the ignition switchto ON (II).When you manually turn off TCS.It fla

The TCS indicator may occasionallycome on for one or two seconds andthen go out. This is normal.This indicator will come on alongwith the ABS indicato

−CONTINUEDRain, fog, and snow conditionsrequire a different driving techniquebecause of reduced traction andvisibility. Keep your car well-maintained

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

(See page.)Children depend on adults to protectthem. However, despite their bestintentions, many parents and otheradults may not know how toprotect yo

Your Honda has been designedprimarily to carry passengers andtheir cargo. You can use it to tow atrailer if you carefully observe theload limits, use

To achieve a proper tongue load,start by loading 60 percent of theload toward the front of the trailerand 40 percent toward the rear, thenre-adjust th

Always use safety chains. Make surethey are secured to both the trailerand hitch, and that they cross underthe tongue so they can catch thetrailer if

Your car has a trailer lightingconnector in the trunk. Refer to thedrawing in this page for the wiringcolor code and purpose of each pin.If you use a

Many states and Canadian provincesrequire special outside mirrors whentowing a trailer. Even if they don’t,you should install special mirrors ifyou ca

When driving down hills, reduceyour speed and shift down to 2ndgear. Do not ‘‘ride’’ the brakes, andremember it will take longer to slowdownandstopwhe

Always drive slowly and havesomeone guide you when backing up.Grip the of the steeringwheel; then turn the wheel to the leftto get the trailer to move

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

This section includes instructions forsimple maintenance tasks, such aschecking and adding oil. Any serviceitems not detailed in this sectionshould be

If you are not wearing aseat belt in a crash, you could bethrown forward into thedashboard and crush the child.During acrash, the belt could press dee

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

＃−U.S. Cars:According to state and federalregulations, failure to performmaintenance on the items markedwith will not void your emissionswarranties. H

−＃＊＃＃＊Maintenance4-cylinder Models250Visually inspect the following items:Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)Service at the indicated distanceor time which

−−□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□＃＃♯CONTINUEDMaintenance4-cylinder Models251Canadian OwnersU.S. OwnersA, B, C, D, EABCDEUse the Maintenance Schedule for Sev

−＃＊＃＃＊Maintenance4-cylinder Models252Visually inspect the following items:Service at the indicated distanceor time whichever comes first.miles x 1,000

−−□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□＃＃＊＊＃Maintenance4-cylinder Models253Canadian OwnersU.S. OwnersA, B, C, D, E, F, G, HABCDEFGHUse the Maintenance Schedule fo

□□□□□□Maintenance4-cylinder Models254Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop.Check and adjust valve clearance, cold engine, only if noisy.NOTE:

−＃＃＃CONTINUED6-cylinder ModelsMaintenance255Visually inspect the following items:Service at the indicated distanceor time whichever comes first.miles

−−□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□＃＃♯6-cylinder ModelsMaintenance256Canadian OwnersU.S. OwnersA, B, C, DABCDUse the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions.R

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

−＃＊＊＊＊＃＃CONTINUED6-cylinder ModelsMaintenance257Visually inspect the following items:Service at the indicated distanceor time whichever comes first.mi

−−□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□＃＃♯＊＊＃＊＊6-cylinder ModelsMaintenance258Canadian OwnersU.S. OwnersA, B, C, D, EABCDEUse the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Con

□□□□6-cylinder ModelsMaintenance259Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop.Check and adjust valve clearance, cold engine, only if noisy.NOTE:Do

Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules)Maintenance2603,750 mi5,000 mi7,500 mi10,000 mi11,250 mi15,000 mi18,750 mi20,000 mi22,250

CONTINUEDRequired Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules)Maintenance26141,250 mi45,000 mi48,750 mi50,000 mi52,500 mi55,000 mi56,250 mi60,

Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules)Maintenance26282,500 mi85,000 mi86,250 mi90,000 mi93,750 mi95,000 mi97,500 mi100,000 mi10

CONTINUEDRequired Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules)Maintenance263123,750 mi125,000 mi127,500 mi130,000 mi131,250 mi135,000 mi138,75

Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules)Maintenance264161,250 mi165,000 mi168,750 mi170,000 mi172,500 mi175,000 mi176,250 mi180,0

−−−−−−−Youshouldcheckthefollowingitems at the specified intervals. Ifyou are unsure of how to performany check, turn to the page given.Engine oil leve

4-cylinder ModelsMaintenanceFluid Locations266BRAKE FLUID(Gray cap)ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK(Orange handle)WASHER FLUID(Blue cap)POWER STEERINGFLUID (Red ca

To remind you of the front airbaghazards, your car has warning labelson the driver’s and front passenger’svisors. Please read and follow theinstructio

6-cylinder ModelsFluid LocationsMaintenance267ENGINE OIL FILL CAPBRAKE FLUID(Gray cap)AUTOMATICTRANSMISSIONFLUID DIPSTICK(Yellow loop)COOLANTRESERVOIR

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

Make sure the API Certification Sealsays ‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’ You may use a synthetic motor oil ifit meets the same requirementsgiven for a conve

Run the engine until it reachesnormal operating temperature,then shut it off.Changing the oil and filter requiresspecial tools and access fromundernea

Open the hood and remove theengine oil fill cap. Remove the oildrain bolt and washer from thebottom of the engine. Drain the oilinto an appropriate co

Refill the engine with the recom-mended oil.Engine oil change capacity(including filter):Let the engine run for severalminutes, then check the drain b

Always use Honda All SeasonAntifreeze/Coolant Type 2. Thiscoolant is pre-mixed with 50 percentantifreeze and 50 percent water. Itdoes not require any

The coolant level should be up tothe base of the filler neck. Addcoolant if it is low.Pour the coolant slowly and carefullyso you do not spill. Clean

Thecoolingsystemshouldbecompletely drained and refilled withnew coolant according to the timeand distance recommendations inthe maintenance schedule.

Loosen the drain plug on thebottom of the radiator. Thecoolant will drain through thesplash guard. Drain the coolantinto an appropriate container.Remo

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

Remove the reserve tank from itsholder by pulling it straight up.Drain the coolant, then put thetank back in its holder. Install themounting bolt.When

The cooling system capacity is: Start the engine and let it run forabout 30 seconds. Then turn offthe engine.Fill the radiator with coolant up tothe b

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

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

6-cylinder modelsCheck the fluid level with the engineat normal operating temperature.Park the car on level ground. Shutoff the engine.Remove the dips

If the level is below the lowermark, add fluid into the tube tobring it to the upper mark. Alwaysuse Honda ATF-Z1 (AutomaticTransmission Fluid). If it

If Honda MTF is not available, youmay use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40viscosity motor oil with the APICertification seal that says ‘‘FORGASOLINE ENGINES’’

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

The fluid level should be betweentheMINandMAXmarksonthesideof the reservoir. If it is not, addbrake fluid to bring it up to that level.Use the same fl

The air cleaner element should becleaned or replaced according to thetime and distance recommendationsin the maintenance schedule.Clean the air cleane

Childrenuptoaboutoneyear old should be restrained in arear-facing, reclining child seat. Onlya rear-facing seat provides theproper support to protect

Place the new air cleaner elementin the air cleaner housing.Loosen the four bolts, and removethe air cleaner housing cover.Remove the old air cleanere

Place the new air cleaner elementin the air cleaner housing.Reinstall the air cleaner housingcover, and tighten the four bolts.The air cleaner element

Clean the hood latch assembly with amild cleaner, then lubricate it with amultipurpose grease. Lubricate allthe moving parts (as shown),including the

Clean up any dirt and oil that havecollected around the ignition coils.Use a wrench to remove the boltholding the ignition coil. Pull theignition coil

Install the ignition coil into thehole.Connect the wire connector to theignition coil. Make sure it locks inplace.Push the ignition coil down all thew

Disconnect the wire connectorfrom the ignition coil by pushingon the lock tab and pulling on theconnector. Pull on the plasticconnector, not the wires

Torque the spark plug. (If you donot have a torque wrench, tightenthe spark plug two-thirds of a turnafter it contacts the cylinder head.)Tightening t

Check the battery condition bylooking at the test indicator windowon the battery. The label on thebattery explains the test indicator’scolors.Check th

−If you need to connect the battery toa charger, disconnect both cables toprevent damage to the car’selectrical system.If the terminals are severely c

BatteryMaintenance296The battery gives off explosivehydrogen gas during normaloperation.A spark or flame can cause thebattery to explode with enoughfo

As you read this manual, you willfind information that is preceded bya symbol. Thisinformation is intended to help youavoid damage to your Honda, othe

A child who is toolarge for a rear-facing child seat, andwho can sit up without support,should be restrained in a forward-facing child seat. See page

Check the condition of the wiperblades at least every six months.Look for signs of cracking in therubber, or areas that are gettinghard. Replace the b

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.

Run the air conditioning at least oncea week during the cold weathermonths. Run it for at least tenminutes while you are driving at asteady speed with

The dust and pollen filter is locatedbehind the glove box.The dust and pollen filter removespollen and dust that is brought infrom the outside through

Pushinthetabsonthecornersofthe dust and pollen filter case. Pullout the case.Remove the filter from the case.Install the new filter in the case.Make s

−−An auto-tensioner adjusts the tensionof the drive belt. The pointer on theauto-tensioner should be in theproper range. It should be checkedaccording

Use a gauge to measure the airpressure at least once a month. Eventires that are in good condition maylose one to two psi (10 to 20 kPa, 0.1to 0.2 kgf

＊＊＊＊The following chart shows therecommended cold tire pressures formost normal driving conditions andspeeds. Tire pressures for highspeed driving are

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

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

It is best to replace all four tires atthesametime.Ifthatisnotpossibleor necessary, then replace the twofront tires or the two rear tires as apair. Re

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

If you ever hear the chainscontacting the body or chassis, stopand investigate. If the chains haveloosened, retighten them. Make surethey do not conta

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:Headlights (low and high beam)Parking lightsTaillightsBrake lightsHigh-mount brake lightTurn signalsBack-up lightsHazard light fun

Theheadlightswereproperlyaimedwhen your car was new. If youregularly carry heavy items in thetrunk or pull a trailer, readjustmentmay be required. Adj

Open the hood. If you need tochange a bulb on the passenger’sside, undo the two fasteners andremove the air intake cover.Remove the electrical connect

Push the electrical connector backonto the bulb. Make sure it is onall the way.Turn on the headlights to test thenew bulb.Reinstall the air intake cov

Turn on the headlights to test thenew bulb.Push the electrical connector backonto the bulb. Make sure it is onall the way.Insert the new bulb into the

Testthelightstomakesurethenew bulb is working.Insert the socket back into theheadlight assembly. Turn itclockwise to lock it in place.Install the new

After selecting a proper child seat,and a good position to install the seat,there are three main steps ininstalling the seat:When you are not using a

Open the trunk.Testthelightstomakesurethenew bulb is working.Reinstall the socket into the lightassembly by turning it clockwiseuntil it locks.Push th

Open the trunk.Remove the burned out bulb fromthe socket by pulling it straight outof its socket.Remove the socket by turning itone-quarter turn count

Open the trunk and remove thesocket from the light assembly byturning it one-quarter turn counter-clockwise.Remove the burned-out bulb bypulling it st

Remove the bulb by pulling itstraight out of its metal tabs.The ceiling light, door light andvanity mirror light come apart thesame way, but they do n

On all models except DX On all models except DXOn LX modelsOn EX modelsLightsMaintenance321BULBSBULBBULBSDOOR COURTESY LIGHTSPOTLIGHTSSPOTLIGHTSVANITY

Open the trunk. Pull down theright side of the trunk lightassembly.Push the new bulb into the metaltabs.Remove the bulb by pulling itstraight out of i

Block the rear wheels.Fill the fuel tank.Wash and dry the exteriorcompletely.Cleantheinterior.Makesurethecarpeting, floor mats, etc. arecompletely dry

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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.Fill a buck

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-

−−Always wash and dry the whole carbefore waxing it. You should waxyour car, including the metal trim,whenever water sits on the surfacein large patch

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

Vacuum dirt and dust out of thematerial frequently. For generalcleaning, use a solution of mild soapand lukewarm water, letting it air dry.To clean of

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

Repair chips and scratches in thepaint as soon as you discover them.Inspect and clean out the drainholes in the bottom of the doorsand body.Check the

Make sure the repair facility usesgenuine Honda replacement bodyparts. Some companies make sheetmetal pieces that seem to duplicatethe original Honda

This section covers the more-common problems that motoristsexperience with their cars. It givesyou information about how to safelyevaluate the problem

Thecompactsparetirehasashortertread life than a regular tire. Replaceit when you can see the tread wearindicator bars. The replacementshould be the sa

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 five wheel nuts 1/2turn with the wheel wrench.The jack is beh

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

CONTINUEDUse the extension and wheelwrench as shown to raise the caruntil the flat tire is off the ground.Do not attempt to forcibly pry thewheel cove

Put on the spare tire. Put thewheel nuts back on finger-tight,then tighten them in a crisscrosspattern with the wheel wrenchuntil the wheel is firmly

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 its holder. Turnthe jack’s end bracket to lock it inplace. Replace the cover. Store thetools.Store the wheel cover or centercap in t

Turn the ignition switch to START(III). If the headlights do not dim,check the condition of the fuses. IfthefusesareOK,thereisproba-bly something wron

Turn off all the electrical acces-sories: climate control, stereosystem, lights, etc.Put the transmission in Neutral orPark, and set the parking brake

−＋＋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

If you see steam and/or spraycoming from under the hood, turnoff the engine.If you do not see steam or spray,leave the engine running andwatch the tem

If the temperature gauge stays atthe red mark, turn off the engine.Wait until you see no more signsof steam or spray, then open thehood.If there was n

To activate the lockable retractor,slowly pull the shoulder part of thebelt all the way out until it stops,then let the belt feed back into theretract

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

By eliminating as much of theelectrical load as possible, you candrive several miles (kilometers)before the battery is too dischargedto keep the engin

If the indicator remains on past threedriving trips, or the fuel cap was notloose or missing, have the carchecked by the dealer as soon aspossible. Dr

If possible, do not take your car for astate emissions test until thereadiness codes are set. To check ifthey are set, turn the ignition ON (II),but d

＊＊If it comes on at any other time, itindicates a problem with the car’sbrake system. In most cases, theproblem is a low fluid level in thebrake fluid

Use a screwdriver or coin toremove the round plug in thecenter of the headliner.Remove the wrench. Reinstall theround plug.Insert the moonroof wrench

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

Turn the ignition switch to LOCK(0). Make sure the headlights andall other accessories are off.Remove the cover from the fusebox.If something electric

CONTINUEDIf the replacement fuse of thesame rating blows in a short time,there is probably a seriouselectrical problem in your car.Leave the blown fus

−−＋＊＊＊＊Circuits Protected Amps.Amps. No.No. Circuits ProtectedCircuits ProtectedAmps.No.: 6-cylinder modelsLeft Headlight Low(Rear Defroster Coil)Left

CONTINUEDTo achieve the desired recliningangle, it may help to put a rolled uptowel under the toe of the child seat,as shown.Forproperprotection,aninf

−−−＊＊No.No. No. Amps.Amps.Amps. Circuits ProtectedCircuits ProtectedCircuits Protected: On Canadian models13141516171819202122232425262728293031323312

−−−Automatic Transmission:5-speed Manual Transmission:There are three popular types ofprofessional towing equipment.The operatorloads your car on the

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

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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 Transmission Number is on alabel on top of the transmission.The Engine Number is stamped intothe engine block. It is on the front.Identification N

−−−−＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊SpecificationsTechnical Information364CapacitiesWeightsAir ConditioningCapacitiesDimensions1.35 US gal (5.1 )1.32 US gal (5.0 )1.90 US

−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊CONTINUEDSpecificationsTechnical Information365FusesBatteryLightsAlignmentEngine3.43 x 3.9 in (87.0 x 99.0 mm)143.6 cu-in (2

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊SpecificationsTechnical Information366TiresT135/90D15P195/65R15 89HP205/60R16 91VP205/65R15 92HSizePressure30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm )32

The lap/shoulder belts in the backand front passenger seating positionshave a locking mechanism that mustbe activated to secure a child seat.With the

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

− Warning: The temperature grade forthis tire is established for a tire thatis properly inflated and not over-loaded. Excessive speed, underinfla-tion

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

＊＊The burning of gasoline in your car’sengine produces several byproducts.Some of these are carbon monoxide(CO), oxides of nitrogen (NOx) andhydrocarb

The emissions control systems arecovered by warranties separate fromthe rest of your car. Read yourwarranty manual for more informa-tion.The emissions

Always use unleaded gasoline.Even a small amount of leadedgasoline can contaminate thecatalyst metals, making the threeway catalytic converter ineffec

Make sure the gas tank is nearly,but not completely, full (around3/4).Make sure the ambienttemperature is between 20° and95°F.Without touching the acc

Then drive in city/suburbantraffic for at least 10 minutes.When traffic conditions allow, letthe car coast for several secondswithout using the accele

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To activate the lockable retractor,slowly pull the shoulder part of thebelt all the way out until it stops,then let the belt feed back into theretract

Customer Relations...Information . 378...Warranty Coverages . 379Reporting Safety Defects...

U.S. Owners:Canadian Owners:Honda dealership personnel aretrained professionals. They shouldbe able to answer all your questions.If you encounter a pr

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

If you believe that your car has adefect which could cause a crash orcould cause injury or death, youshould immediately inform theNational Highway Tra

＊＊＊−＊２００３ＨＯＮValid only for sales within the U.S. Canadian owners shouldcontact their authorized Honda dealer.The publications shown below can be purch

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

CONTINUEDBattery...Charging System Light . 58, 348...Jump Starting . 342...Maintenance . 294...

＊...Capacities Chart . 364...Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 52...Carrying Cargo . 214...

CONTINUED...Dust and Pollen Filter . 300...Economy, Fuel . 211...Emergencies on the Road . 333...

...Keys . 74...Gas Mileage, Improving . 211...Gasoho

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

CONTINUED...Maintenance . 245...Owner Maintenance Checks . 265...Record . 260...

＊...Panel Brightness Control . 69...Park Gear Position . 224...Parking . 228..

＊CONTINUED...System Components . 42...Use During Pregnancy . 19...Seats, Adjusting the . 87...

＊...Tire Chains . 308...Tire, How to Change a Flat . 335...Tires .

＊Windshield...Cleaning . 70...Washers . 72Wipers, Windshield...

Service Information SummaryGasoline:Fuel Tank Capacity:Recommended Engine Oil:Tire Pressure (measured cold):5-speed Manual TransmissionFluid:Automatic

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

CONTINUEDWhichever style you select, followthe booster seat maker’s instructions.However, if the shoulder belttouchesorcrossesthechild’sneck,or if the

The National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration and TransportCanada recommend that all childrenages 12 and under be properlyrestrained in a back sea

If you decide that a child can safelyride up front, be sure to:Carefully read the owner’s manualand make sure you understand allseat belt instructions

Your car is equipped with LATCH(Lower Anchors and Tethers forChildren) at the outer rear seats.The lower anchors are locatedbetween the seat-back and

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. The seat belts in all seating positionsexcept the

See page for instructions on howto wear the lap/shoulder beltproperly.To deactivate the lockingmechanism, unlatch the buckle andlet the seat belt full

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

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

After inflating, the front airbagsimmediately deflate, so they won’tinterfere with the driver’s visibility,or the ability to steer or operateother con

Your Car at a Glance2HOOD RELEASEHANDLEPOWER WINDOWSWITCHESMIRROR CONTROLSDOOR LOCK SWITCH(P.79)AUDIO SYSTEMDIGITAL CLOCK(P.96)(P.101)HEATING/COOLINGC

In a moderate to severe side impact,the sensors will detect rapiddeceleration and signal the controlunit to instantly inflate either thedriver’s or th

The SRS indicator alertsyou to a potential problemwith the front airbags or seat belttensioners. If equipped, it also alertsyou to a potential problem

CONTINUEDIf you see any of these indications,your airbags may not deploy, yourpassenger’s side airbag automaticcutoff system may not work properly,or

A front seat passenger should notuse a cushion or other object as abackrest. It may prevent the cutoffsystem from working properly.When you turn the i

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

Your car’s exhaust contains carbonmonoxide gas. You should have noproblem with carbon monoxideentering the car in normal driving ifyou maintain your c

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

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

Instruments and ControlsControl Locations56MIRROR CONTROLSDOOR LOCK SWITCHPOWER WINDOWSWITCHESHOOD RELEASEHANDLE(P.79)(P.96)AUDIO SYSTEMDIGITAL CLOCK(

＊＊Only on cars equipped with Navigation System. Refer to the Navigation System Owner’s Manual.Your Car at a Glance3WINDSHIELDWIPERS/WASHERSHORNINSTRUM

The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.Indicator LightsInstruments and Controls57CRUISE CONTROL

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

This light normally comes on for afew seconds when you turn theignition switch ON (II), and whenthe ignition switch is turned toSTART (III). If this l

The appropriate light comes on inthis display if the trunk or any dooris not closed tightly.All the lights in the monitor displaycome on for a few sec

This indicator reminds you that theexterior lights are on. It comes onwhen the light switch is in either theor position. If you turn theignition switc

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 ke

The tachometer shows the enginespeed in revolutions per minute(rpm). To protect the engine fromdamage, never drive with thetachometer needle in the re

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

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

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

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

If you leave the lights on with theignition switch in ACCESSORY (I)or LOCK (0), you will hear areminder chime when you open thedriver’s door.To change

The Select/Reset knob on theinstrument panel controls thebrightness of the instrument panellights. Turn the knob to adjust thebrightness.The Automatic

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

To operate the wipers in mist mode,push the control lever up from theOFF position. The wipers run at highspeed until you release the lever.This gives

To clean the windshield, pull back onthe wiper control lever. The washersspray until you release the lever. Thewipers run at low speed while you’repul

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.The master key fits all the locks onyour car:• Ignition• Doors• Trunk•Glovebox• Trunk rel

These keys contain electroniccircuits that are activated by theImmobilizer System. They will notwork to start the engine if thecircuits are damaged.Pr

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

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

−The ignition switch is on the rightside of the steering column. It hasfour positions:•LOCK(0)• ACCESSORY (I)• ON (II)• START (III)If the front wheels

−−−In this position,you can operate the audio systemand the accessory power socket.Each door has a lock tab on the top.Push the tab down to lock the d

To lock any passenger’s door whengetting out of the car, push the locktab down and close the door.To lock any passenger’s door whengetting out of the

If you forget and leave the key in theignition switch, Lockout Preventionwill not allow you to lock the driver’sdoor. With the driver’s door openandth

CONTINUEDThe ceiling light (if the ceiling lightswitch is in the center position) willcome on when you press theUNLOCK button. If you do not openany d

When the remote transmitter’sbattery begins to get weak, it maytake several pushes on the button tolock or unlock the doors, and theLED will not light

＋Avoid severe shock to the trans-mitter, such as dropping or throwingit. Also, protect it from extreme hotor cold temperatures.Clean the transmitter c

The childproof door locks aredesigned to prevent children seatedin the rear from accidentally openingthe rear doors. Each rear door has alock lever ne

To protect items in the trunk whenyou need to give the key to someoneelse:Lock the trunk release handlewith the master key. Also makesure the trunk pa

Open the glove box by pulling thehandle to the left. Close it with a firmpush. Lock or unlock the glove boxwith the master key.The glove box light com

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

−To change the angle of the seat-back,pull up on the lever on the outside ofthe seat bottom. Move the seat-backto the desired position and releasethe

Make all adjustments before youstart driving.The height of your driver’s seat ispower adjustable. Pull up on theswitch to raise the seat. Push it down

−Pull up or push down on the front ofthe switch to move the seat bottom’sfront edge up or down. Pull up orpush down on the rear of the switchto move t

Pull the center of the horizontalswitch up to raise the seat. Push itdown to lower the seat.Adjust the seat-back angle bypushing the rear switch in th

The seat adjustment switches are onthe outside edge of the seat bottom.Push the long horizontal switchforward or backward to move theseat bottom in th

When storing cargo, you can movetherearcentershoulderbeltoutofthe way by removing the belt fromthe guide.To release the seat-back from insidethe trunk

Make sure all rear shoulder belts arepositioned in front of the rear seat-back whenever the seat-back is in itsupright position.Make sure all items in

For security, this cover can belocked and unlocked only with themaster key. To lock the cover, insertthekeyandturnitclockwise.The pass-through cover c

The HI or LO indicator lights andremains lit until you turn it off bypushing the opposite side of theswitch lightly. The indicator will turnoff.In HI,

The driver’s door armrest has amaster power window control panel.To open any of the passenger’s win-dows, push down on the appropriateswitch and hold