Honda 2007 Civic Sedan - Owner's Manual User Manual

2007 Civic Sedan Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. For a pri

Your vehicle is equipped with manyfeatures that work together toprotect you and your passengersduring a crash.However, you and your passengerscan’t ta

If equippedTurn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position before operating themoonroof switch on the ceilingconsole.To open the moonroof fully, pullb

To close the moonroof fully, pushthe moonroof switch forward to thesecond detent, then release it. Themoonroof closes all the way. To stopthe moonroof

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

The outside mirrors are heated toremove fog and frost. With theignition switch in the ON (II)position, turn on the heaters bypressing the button. The

The ceiling light has a three-positionswitch;ON(right),DoorActivated,andOFF(left).IntheDoorActivated (center) position, the lightcomesonwhenyou:Open a

＊＊＊Push on the spotlight lenses to turnthe light on and off.On all LX models, and EX modelswithout moonroofInterior Lights, Interior Convenience Items

Be careful when you are using thebeverage holders. A spilled liquidthat is very hot can scald you or yourpassengers. Spilled liquids candamage the uph

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The heating and air conditioningsystem in your vehicle provides acomfortable driving environment inall weather conditions.The standard audio system ha

Turn the dial clockwise to increasethe fan speed and airflow. Turn thedial counterclockwise to decrease it.Turning this dial clockwise increasesthe te

Your vehicle is equipped with seatbelts in all seating positions.Seat belts are the single mosteffectivesafetydeviceforadultsandlarger children. (Infa

The outside air intakes for theheating and cooling system are atthe base of the windshield. Keep thisarea clear of leaves and other debris.Thesystemsh

The heater uses engine coolant towarm the air. If the engine is cold, itwill be several minutes before youfeel warm air coming from thesystem.Select .

To remove fog from the inside of thewindows:Set the fan to the desired speed, orhigh for faster defrosting.Select . When you select, the system automa

Read the appropriate pages in thissection for operation of the audiosystems installed in your vehicle.page to for A and B typepage to for C typeIf you

Audio System(B type)(C type)Features111U.S. EX and Si models without navigation systemU.S. EX and Si models with navigation systemMain MenuTable of Co

To change the letter, select theprevious segment by pushing thebottom of the SEEK button.Turn the TUNE knob to change aletter.Push the top of the SEEK

CONTINUEDAudio System (Models without navigation system)Playing the Radio(A type)(B type)Features113TUNE/SOUND KNOBAUTO SELECT BUTTONAM/FM BUTTONAMBUT

−−−−−If you do nothing, the system willthen scan for the next strong stationand play it for 10 seconds. When itplays a station you want to listen to,p

−To turn off auto select,presstheA. SEL (auto select) button. Thisrestores the presets you originallyset.Press the SOUND (TUNE) knobrepeatedly to disp

−−−These twomodes adjust the strength of thesound coming from each speaker.BALANCE adjusts the side-to-sidestrength, while FADER adjusts thefront-to-b

In addition, your vehicle has sidecurtain airbags to help protect theheads of the driver, front passenger,and passengers in the outer rearseating posi

Your audio system is capable ofreceiving XMSatellite Radioanywhere in the United States,except Hawaii and Alaska.XMis a registered trademark ofXM Sate

−−−To listen to XM radio, turn theignition switch to the ACCESSORY(I) or the ON (II) position. Push thepower/volume knob to turn on theaudio system, a

−−−−−−The scan function givesyou a sampling of all channels whilein the channel mode. In the categorymode, only the channels within thatcategory are s

−−The XM satellites are in orbit overthe equator; therefore, objects southof the vehicle may cause satellitereception interruptions. To helpcompensate

Depending on where you drive, youmay experience reception problems.Interference can be caused by any ofthese conditions:Driving on the north side of a

Audio System (Models without navigation system)Playing a Disc(A type) (B type)122SCANBUTTONFOLDER KNOBSCANBUTTONFOLDER KNOBPWR/VOL KNOBPWR/VOL KNOBDIS

−−−−−−−−To load or play discs, the ignitionswitch must be in the ACCESSORY(I) or ON (II) position.You operate the disc player with thesame controls us

−＞Use the SEEK/SKIP button while adisc is playing to select passages andchange tracks (files in MP3/WMAmode).Each time youpress and release the side o

−−−−−Toselect a different folder, turn theTUNE knob to move to thebeginning of the next folder. Turntheknobtotherighttoskiptothenext folder, and to th

−−Pressing either side of the SEEK/SKIP button also turns off the scanfeature.Each time you press and release theSCAN button, the mode changesfrom fol

The most important things you needto know about your airbags are:They are designed to supplementthe seat belts.Remember however, that no safetysystem

−＋−＋If you turn the system off while adisc is playing, either with thepower/volume knob or by turningoff the ignition switch, the disc willstay in the

Indication SolutionCauseInsert a different disc. If the newdisc plays, there is a problem withthe first disc. If the error messagecycle repeats and yo

ErrorMessageSolutionCauseThechartontherightexplainstheerror messages you may see in thedisplay while playing a disc.If you see an error message in the

In addition to the standard audiocontrols, the audio system in yourvehicle can be operated using thevoice control system. See thenavigation section in

−▲▼▲▼The ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.Turn the system on by pushing thepower/volume knob or the AM/FMbutton. Adjust

−−▲▼−Each preset button’s frequency isshown on the bottom of the audiodisplay.If you do nothing, the system willthen scan for the next strong stationa

− If you aretraveling far from home and can nolonger receive your preset stations,you can use the auto select feature tofind stations in the local are

Audio System (Models with navigation system)Playing the XM Satellite Radio134TUNE BARSCAN BUTTONJOYSTICKCATEGORYINDICATORAUDIO BUTTONXM RADIOBUTTONPOW

−CONTINUEDYour audio system is capable ofreceiving XMSatellite Radioanywhere in the United States,except Hawaii and Alaska.XMis a registered trademark

−−−−▼▲Pick the preset button (icon) youwant for that channel. Press andhold the button (icon) until youhear a beep.In category mode, only channelswith

−Adjust the driver’s seat as far to therear as possible while allowing you tomaintain full control of the vehicle.Have a front passenger adjust theirs

−−−−−−−CONTINUEDThe signal iscurrently too weak. Move the vehicleto an area away from tall buildings,and with an unobstructed view of thesouthern hori

The XM satellites are in orbit overthe equator; therefore, objects southof the vehicle may cause satellitereception interruptions. To helpcompensate f

Depending on where you drive, youmay experience reception problems.Interference can be caused by any ofthese conditions:Driving on the north side of a

−−−−−−You can adjust the sound on thenavigation screen. To adjust thesound, push the AUDIO button, thenenter the sound grid by touching theSOUNDiconon

You can use the instrument panelbrightness control buttons to adjustthe illumination of the audio system(see page ). The audio systemilluminates when

−＋Audio System (Models with navigation system)Playing a Disc142SCAN BUTTONJOYSTICKAUDIO BUTTONPOWER/VOLUMEKNOBOPEN BUTTONCD BUTTONRANDOMBUTTONREPEAT B

−−−−−−−−You operate the disc player with thesame controls used for the radio. Toload or play discs, the ignition switchmust be in the ACCESSORY (I) or

The disc player is behind thenavigation screen. To use the discplayer, press the OPEN buttonbeside the screen. The screen foldsback, and the disc play

−−Push the AUDIO button beside thescreen to show the audio display andoperate the disc player.You can also operate the audiosystem without using the c

−▲▼−−−−Toselect a different folder, press eitherside of the TUNE bar to move to thebeginning of the next folder. Pressthe side of the TUNE bar to skip

If you sit too close to the steeringwheel or dashboard, you can beseriously injured by an inflating frontairbag, or by striking the steeringwheel or d

−−CONTINUEDYou can also select a track/filedirectly from a track list on the audiodisplay. Press the AUDIO button toshow the audio display, then touch

▲▼To remove a disc from the audio unit,fold back the screen by pressing theOPEN button (see page ). Pressthe disc eject button ( ) toremove the disc.

▲▼Load the desired discs in themagazine, and load the magazine inthe changer according to theinstructions that came with the unit.To select the disc c

ErrorMessageCause SolutionThechartontherightexplainstheerror messages you may see in thedisplay while playing a disc.If you see an error message in th

−＋Playing a PC CardAudio System (Models with navigation system)Features151OPEN BUTTONAUDIO BUTTONSCAN BUTTONREPEAT BUTTONSKIP BUTTONSKIP BUTTONRANDOMB

−−−−You operate the PC card player withthe same controls used for the radioand the disc player. To load or play acard, the ignition switch must be int

−−−−CONTINUEDCompatible with variable bit rateand multi-sessionMaximum layers(including ROOT): 8 layersIn WMA format, DRM (digital rightsmanagement) f

Therearethreeplaymodes:Folder,Artist, and Album. Touch the PLAYMODE icon, then choose one of themodes by touching its icon. When amode is selected, it

CONTINUEDTo select a play mode, push theAUDIO button to show the audiodisplay, then touch the PLAY MODEicon on the display.Select the desired mode by

If you select ‘‘Play a New Track List,’’the system goes into the selectedplay mode immediately and begins toplay the files in order to the new list.To

Reclining a seat-back so that theshoulder part of the belt no longerrests against the occupant’s chestreduces the protective capability ofthe belt. It

−−−▲▼−−−−Each time you press andrelease (preset 6), the playerskips forward to the beginning of thenext file. Press and release(preset 5), to skip bac

−−The system then selects and playsfiles randomly. This continues untilyou deactivate each random play bypressing the RDM button again, oryou select a

▲▼CONTINUEDYou can also select a file directlyfrom a track list on the audio display.Press the AUDIO button to show theaudio display, then touch the T

In album mode, the album name isalso displayed on the right side ofeach selectable icon. Select thedesired file.When you select ‘‘Song Search’’ fromth

▲▼Searching for a Song Title by Keyword Searching for a Song by Artist NameIn Title by Keyword mode, enter thetitle name, or any keyword, bytouching t

Searching for a Song by Album NameSelect the Album icon, and thealbum list appears. Select the desiredalbum, and its song list is displayed.You can th

The radio can receive the completeAM and FM bands.Those bands cover these frequen-cies:AM band: 530 to 1,710 kHzFM band: 87.7 to 107.9 MHzHow well the

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

When a disc is not being played,store it in its case to protect it fromdust and other contamination. Toprevent warpage, keep discs out ofdirect sunlig

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

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

＋−＋−If you are playing a PC card, pressthe top ( ) of the CH button toadvance to the next file. Press thebottom( )togobacktotheprevious file.In MP3 or

Your vehicle’s audio system willdisable itself if it is disconnectedfrom electrical power for any reason.To make it work again, you mustenter a specif

On models with navigation systemOn models without navigation systemThe navigation system receivessignals from the global positioningsystem (GPS), and

Once the security system is set,opening any door, the trunk, or thehood without using the key or theremote transmitter will cause it toalarm. It also

Push the CRUISE button on thesteering wheel. The CRUISEMAIN indicator on the instrumentpanel comes on.Accelerate to the desired cruisingspeedabove25mp

You can increase the set cruisingspeed in any of these ways:Press and hold the RES/ACCELbutton. When you reach thedesired cruising speed, release theb

You can cancel cruise control in anyof these ways:Tap the brake or clutch pedal.Push the CANCEL button on thesteering wheel.When you push the CANCEL b

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Before you begin driving yourvehicle, you should know whatgasoline to use and how to check thelevels of important fluids. You alsoneed to know how to

Help assure your vehicle’s futurereliability and performance by payingextra attention to how you driveduring the first 600 miles (1,000 km).During thi

Sitting improperly can increase thechance of injury during a crash. Forexample, if an occupant slouches,lies down, turns sideways, sitsforward, leans

CONTINUEDPark with the driver’s side closestto the service station pump.For further important fuel-relatedinformation, please refer to your.Some gasol

Park the vehicle, and set theparking brake. Pull the hoodrelease handle under the lower leftcorner of the dashboard. Thehood will pop up slightly.Scre

Wait a few minutes after turning theengine off before you check the oil.Put your fingers under the frontedge of the hood near the center.Slide your ha

Remove the dipstick again, andcheck the level. It should bebetween the upper and lowermarks.If it is near or below the lower mark,see on page .4.224Se

CONTINUEDLook at the coolant level in theradiator reserve tank. Make sure it isbetween the MAX and MIN lines. Ifit is below the MIN line, seeon page f

When properly installed, cellularphones, alarms, two-way radios, andlow-powered audio systems shouldnot interfere with your vehicle’scomputer controll

Larger or smaller wheels and tirescan interfere with the operation ofyour vehicle’s anti-lock brakes andother systems.Modifying your steering wheel or

Your vehicle has several convenientstorage areas:Glove boxConsole compartmentDoor pocketsTrunk, including the rear seatswhen folded downHowever, carry

−×Steps for Determining Correct LoadLimit:Locate the statement, ‘‘thecombined weight of occupants andcargo should never exceed 850lbs’’ on your vehicl

Store or secure all items that couldbe thrown around and hurtsomeone during a crash.Distribute cargo evenly on thefloor of the trunk, placing theheavi

If you are pregnant, the best way toprotect yourself and your unbornchild when driving or riding in avehicle is to always wear a seat belt,and keep th

This section gives you tips onstarting the engine under variousconditions, and how to operate themanual and automatic transmissions.It also includes i

Because of the low-profile tiresfitted to your vehicle, the alloywheels are closer to the ground.Driving over a pothole or roaddebris at too high a sp

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

Apply the parking brake.In cold weather, turn off allelectrical accessories to reducethe drain on the battery.If the engine does not start within15 se

CONTINUEDThe manual transmission issynchronized in all forward gears forsmooth operation. It has a lockout soyou cannot shift directly from fifth tore

Shift up1st to 2nd2nd to 3rd3rd to 4th4th to 5th5th to 6thWhen slowing down, you can getextra braking from the engine byshifting to a lower gear. This

If you exceed the maximum speedfor the gear you are in, the enginespeed will enter into the tachometer’sred zone. If this occurs, you may feelthe engi

These indicators on the instrumentpanel show which position the shiftlever is in.To shift from Park to any position,press firmly on the brake pedal an

−−−−To shift from:PtoRRtoPNtoRDto22to11to22toDDtoDDtoNDtoDNtoDRtoNDo this:Press the brake pedal, andpress the shift lever releasebutton.Press the shif

−−−This position issimilar to D, except only the firstthree gears are selected. Use Dwhen towing a trailer in hilly terrain,or to provide engine braki

This owner’s manual should beconsidered a permanent part of thevehicle and should remain with thevehicle when it is sold.The information and specifica

If yourhands or arms are close to anairbag cover, they could be injuredif the airbag inflates.Carrying hard or sharpobjects on your lap, or driving wi

Do this if pushing on the brake pedaland pressing the release button doesnot shift the transmission out ofPark:Set the parking brake.Remove the key fr

If your vehicle has an automatictransmission, set the parking brakebefore you put the transmission inPark. This keeps the vehicle frommoving and putti

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

The anti-lock brake system (ABS)helpspreventthewheelsfromlocking up, and helps you retainsteering control by pumping thebrakes rapidly, much faster th

on loose oruneven surfaces, such as gravel orsnow, than a vehicle without anti-lock.It only helps with thesteering control during braking.such as tryi

The vehicle stability assist (VSA)system helps to stabilize the vehicleduring cornering if the vehicle turnsmore or less than desired. It alsoassists

This switch is under the left vent.Press it to turn the VSA system onand off.When VSA is off, the VSA activationindicator comes on as a reminder.In ce

Your vehicle has been designedprimarily to carry passengers andtheir cargo. You can also use it totow a trailer if you carefully observethe load limit

To achieve a proper tongue load,start by loading 60 % of the loadtoward the front of the trailer and40 % toward the rear, then re-adjustthe load as ne

Towing can require a variety ofequipment, depending on the size ofyour trailer, how it will be used, howmuch load you are towing, andwhere you tow.Hon

Your seat belt system includes lap/shoulder belts in all five seatingpositions. The front seat belts arealso equipped with automatic seatbelt tensione

Trailer lights and equipment mustcomply with federal, state, and localregulations. Check with your localrecreational vehicle dealer for therequirement

When preparing to tow, and beforedriving away, be sure to check thefollowing:The vehicle has been properlyserviced, and the tires, brakes,suspension,

The added weight, length, andheight of a trailer will affect yourvehicle’s handling and performance,so driving with a trailer requiressome special dri

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This section explains why it isimportant to keep your vehicle wellmaintained and how to follow basicmaintenance safety precautions.If you have the ski

To eliminate potential hazards, readthe instructions before you begin,and make sure you have the toolsand skills required.Donot run the engine unlessi

−−−−−−−−−−−−CONTINUEDCalculated EngineOil Life (%)100 % 91 %90 % 81 %80 % 71 %70 % 61 %60 % 51 %50 % 41 %40 % 31 %30 % 21 %20 % 16 %15 % 11 %10 % 6 %5

If the remaining engine oil life is 15to 6 percent, you will see the engineoil life indicator every time you turnthe ignition switch to the ON (II)pos

If you do not perform the indicatedmaintenance, negative mileage isdisplayed and begins to blink afterthe vehicle has been driven 10 miles(10 km) or m

Your dealer will reset the displayafter completing the requiredmaintenance service. You will see‘‘OIL LIFE 100%’’ on the informationdisplay the next t

CONTINUEDFor added protection, the front seatbelts are equipped with automaticseat belt tensioners. When activated,the tensioners immediately tightent

CONTINUEDIf you have the required servicedone but do not reset the display, orreset the display without doing theservice, the system will not show the

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

＃＃＃Maintenance Minder219: See information on maintenance and emissions warranty on page .Independent of the maintenance minder display, replace the br

Maintenance Record220mimimimimimimimimimimimimimiYou or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here. When maintenance is performed,

Maintenance RecordMaintenance221mimimimimimimimimimimimimimiMileagekmkmkmkmkmkmkmSignatureDateMileagekmkmkmkmkmkmkmSignatureDateMaintenancePerformedAB

Fluid LocationsExcept U.S. Si model222RADIATOR CAPENGINE OIL DIPSTICK(Orange loop)ENGINE OILFILL CAPWASHER FLUID(Blue cap)POWER STEERINGFLUID (Red cap

Fluid LocationsMaintenanceU.S. Si model223RADIATOR CAPENGINE OILFILL CAPWASHER FLUID(Blue cap)ENGINE COOLANTRESERVOIRBRAKE FLUID(Black cap)ENGINE OIL

Oil is a major contributor to yourengine’s performance and longevity.Always use a premium-gradedetergent oil displaying the APICertification Seal. Thi

−You may use a synthetic motor oil ifit meets the same requirementsgiven for a conventional motor oil: itdisplays the API certification seal,and it is

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 c

If a seat belt is worn during a crash,it must be replaced by the dealer. Abelt that has been worn during acrash may not provide the same levelof prote

Remove the oil filter, and let theremaining oil drain. A specialwrench (available from yourdealer) is required.Refill the engine with therecommended o

Always use Honda Long-life Anti-freeze/Coolant Type 2. This coolantis pre-mixed with 50 percentantifreeze and 50 percent water.Never add straight anti

If Honda antifreeze/coolant is notavailable, you may use anothermajor-brand non-silicate coolant as atemporaryreplacement.Makesureitis a high-quality

Pour coolant into the reserve tank.Fill it to halfway between the MAXand MIN marks. Put the cap backon the reserve tank.Do not add any rust inhibitors

Check the fluid level in thewindshield washer reservoir at leastmonthly during normal use.When you refill the reservoir, cleanthe edges of the windshi

Check the fluid level with the engineat normal operating temperature.If the level is below the lowermark, add fluid into the dipstickhole to bring 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

Check the level on the side of thereservoir when the engine is cold.The fluid should be between theUPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL.If not add power steeri

Your vehicle has halogen headlightbulbs. When replacing a bulb, handleit by its base, and protect the glassfrom contact with your skin or hardobjects.

CONTINUEDAirbag System ComponentsAdditional Information About Your AirbagsDriver and Passenger Safety21(9)(8)(1) (2)(3) (11)(5)(4)(13)(7)(10)(14)(5)(4

Ifyoureplacedaheadlightbulbonthe driver’s side, reinstall theengine coolant reserve tank. To change the bulb on the driver’sside, start the engine, tu

To change the bulb on the driver’sside, start the engine, turn thesteering wheel all the way to theright, then turn off the engine. Tochange the bulb

Open the trunk.Remove the socket from theheadlight assembly by turning itone-quarter turn counterclockwise.Use a flat-tipped screwdriver toremove the

Open the trunk.Remove the socket by turning itone-quarter turn counterclockwise.Pull the bulb straight out of itssocket. Push the new bulb straightint

Remove the socket by turning itone-quarter turn counterclockwise.Open the trunk, and remove thesocket from the light assembly byturning it one-quarter

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

Check the condition of the wiperblades at least every 6 months.Replace them if you find signs ofcracking in the rubber, and areasthat are getting hard

Examine the new wiper blades. Ifthey have no plastic or metalreinforcement along the backedge, remove the metalreinforcement strips from the oldwiper

To safely operate your vehicle, yourtires must be the proper type andsize, in good condition with adequatetread, and correctly inflated.The following

Tire SizeTire SizeCold Tire PressureTire Size Cold Tire PressureCold Tire PressureUse a gauge to measure the airpressure in each tire at least once am

Two SRS (supplemental restraintsystem) front airbags. The driver’sairbag is stored in the center ofthe steering wheel; the frontpassenger’sairbagissto

Your tires have wear indicatorsmolded into the tread. When thetread wears down, you will see aband 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) wide bandacross the tread. This

In addition to proper inflation,correct wheel alignment helps todecrease tire wear. If you find a tireis worn unevenly, have your dealercheck the whee

Replace your tires with radial tires ofthe same size, load range, speedrating, and maximum cold tirepressure rating (as shown on thetire’s sidewall).M

＋Wheels: Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘AllSeason’’ on the sidewall have an all-weather tread design suitable formost winter driving conditions.For the bes

When installing cables, follow themanufacturer’s instructions, andmount them as tight as you can.Make sure they are not contactingthe brake lines or s

Check the condition of the batterymonthlybylookingatthetestindicator window. The label on thebattery explains the test indicator’scolors.If additional

−On vehicles with navigation systemThe navigation system will alsodisableitself.Thenexttimeyouturnon the ignition switch, the systemwill require you t

Fill the fuel tank.Change the engine oil and filter.Block the rear wheels.If the vehicle is to be stored for alonger period, it should besupported on

This section covers the morecommon problems that motoristsexperience with their vehicles. Itgives you information about how tosafely evaluate the prob

Check the inflation pressure of thecompact spare tire every time youcheck the other tires. It should beinflated to:Follow these precautions:Never exce

Sensors that can detect amoderate to severe front impact orside impact.Sensors that can detect whethera child is in the passenger’s sideairbag path an

Turn on the hazard warning lights,and turn the ignition switch to theLOCK (0) position. Have allpassengers get out of the vehiclewhile you change the

Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turnwith the wheel nut wrench.Place the jack under the jackingpoint. Turn the end bracketclockwise until the top of the jack

Before mounting the spare tire,wipeanydirtoffthemountingsurface of the wheel and hub witha clean cloth. Wipe the hubcarefully;itmaybehotfromdriving.Pu

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

Diagnosing why the engine won’tstart falls into two areas, dependingon what you hear when you turn theignition switch to the START (III)position:When

In this case, the starter motor’sspeed sounds normal, or even fasterthan normal, when you turn theignition switch to the START (III)position, but the

Although this seems like a simpleprocedure, you should take severalprecautions.Open the hood, and check thephysical condition of the battery.In very c

−＋＋Start the vehicle. If the startermotor still operates slowly, checkthat the jumper cables have goodmetal-to-metal contact.Connect the second jumper

CONTINUEDOnce your vehicle is running,disconnect the negative cable fromyour vehicle, then from thebooster battery. Disconnect thepositive cable from

Put the radiator cap back ontightly. Run the engine, and checkthe temperature gauge. If it goesback to the red mark, the engineneeds repair (seeon pag

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

Let the vehicle sit for a minute.Open the hood, and check the oillevel (see page ). An enginevery low on oil can lose pressureduring cornering and oth

If the indicator comes on repeatedly,even though it may turn off as youcontinue driving, have the vehiclechecked by your dealer as soon aspossible.You

However, if the brake pedal does notfeel normal, you should takeimmediate action. A problem in onepart of the system’s dual circuitdesign will still g

The under-hood fuse box is on thedriver’s side, next to the brake fluidreservoir. To open it, push the tabsas shown.If something electrical in yourveh

Turn the ignition switch to theLOCK (0) position. Make sure theheadlights and all otheraccessories are off.Remove the cover from the fusebox.Check the

If you cannot drive the vehiclewithout fixing the problem, and youdo not have a spare fuse, take a fuseof the same rating or a lower ratingfrom one of

If the driver’s power window fuse isremoved, the AUTO function of thedriver’s window will be disabled. Youshould reset the AUTO feature, (seepage ).If

＊＊＊−−−−No.No. Circuits ProtectedAmps. Circuits ProtectedAmps.4567891011121314151617181920212223123Main FuseEPSOption MainIgnition Switch MainABS/VSA M

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−−If your vehicle needs to be towed,call a professional towing service ororganization. Never tow your vehiclewith just a rope or chain. It is verydang

Your front airbags are also dual-threshold airbags. Airbags with thisfeature have two deploymentthresholds that depend on whethersensors detect the oc

Do not tie down the vehicle at anangle that would allow the towingcables to contact the vehicle’s frontbumper. To avoid possible damage,protect the fr

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Thediagramsinthissectiongiveyou the dimensions and capacities ofyour vehicle and the locations of theidentification numbers. It alsoincludes informati

Your vehicle has several identifyingnumbers in various places.The vehicle identification number(VIN) is the 17-digit number yourdealer uses to registe

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

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−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−＊＊＊＊＊＊−−−−−＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊SpecificationsTechnical Inf ormation283Air Conditioning FusesAlignmentLightsBatteryTiresHFC-134a (R-134a)14.1 15.

−Quality grades can be found whereapplicable on the tire sidewallbetween the tread shoulder and themaximum section width. Forexample:All passenger car

− Warning: The temperature grade forthis tire is established for a tire thatis properly inflated and notoverloaded. Excessive speed,underinflation, or

−−−−−−−−−−−−−Load index (a numerical codeassociated with the maximumload the tire can carry).Speed symbol (analphabetical code indicatingthe maximum s

The driver’s advanced front airbagsystem includes a seat positionsensor under the seat. If the seat istoo far forward, the airbag willinflate with les

＊＊The burning of gasoline in yourvehicle’s engine produces several by-products. Some of these are carbonmonoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen(NOx), and hy

The emissions control systems aredesigned and certified to work to-gether in reducing emissions tolevels that comply with the Clean AirAct. To make su

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

If you take your vehicle for a stateemissions test shortly after thebattery has been disconnected orgone dead, it may not pass the test.This is becaus

Select a nearby lightly traveledmajor highway where you canmaintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph(80to97km/h)foratleast20minutes. Drive on the highway inD (

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...Customer Service Information . 294...Warranty Coverages . 295Reporting Safety Defects...(U.S. Vehicles) .

Honda dealership personnel aretrained professionals. They shouldbe able to answer all your questions.If you encounter a problem that yourdealership do

−−−−−−−−−Your new vehicle is covered by thesewarranties:covers your new vehicle, except forthe battery, emissions controlsystems, and accessories, aga

If NHTSA receives similar com-plaints, it may open an investigation,and if it finds that a safety defectexists in a group of vehicles, it mayorder a r

One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Honda is toread this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls andco

Moving the front seat forciblyback against cargo on the seat orfloor behind it.Moving the front seat or seat-backforcibly back against the foldedrear

−＊＊＊＊２００７ＨＯＮValid only for sales within the United States. Canadianowners should contact their authorized Honda dealer.The publications shown below ca

−−−ＳＨＩＰＴＯＰＡＹＭＥＮＴThis manual covers maintenance and recommendedprocedures for repair to engine and chassis components.It is written for the journeyman

CONTINUED...Accessories . 182ACCESSORY (Ignition Key...Position) . 78...

＊Bulb Replacement...Back-up Lights . 239...Brake Lights . 239...Front Side Marker Lights . 238.

＊CONTINUEDDoors.Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 81...Auto Door Locking . 81...Auto Door Unlocking . 82...Lock

...Gas Mileage, Improving . 181...Gasoline . 176...Fuel Reserve Indicator . 64...

CONTINUED...Keys . 76...Label, Certification . 280...Lane Change, Sig

＊...Panel Brightness Control . 73...Park Gear Position . 195...Parking . 198..

＊CONTINUEDTaillights, Changing...Bulbs . 239, 241.Taking Care of the Unexpected . 255Seat Belts...Syste

＊＊＊＊＊Technical Descriptions...DOT Tire Quality Grading . 284...Emissions Control Systems . 287...Oxygenated Fuels . 177...

If the side airbag off indicator comeson (see page ), have thepassenger sit upright. Once thepassenger is out of the airbag’sdeployment path, the syst

＊...Warning Labels, Location of . 52...Warranty Coverages . 295Washer, Windshield...Checking the Fluid Level . 231...

Service Information SummaryAutomatic Transmission Fluid: Brake Fluid:Gasoline:Tire Pressure (measured cold):Manual Transmission Fluid:Power Steering F

If the impact is on the passenger’sside, the passenger’s side curtainairbag will inflate even if there are nooccupants on that side of the vehicle.The

This indicatoralerts you that thepassenger’s side airbag has beenautomatically shut off. It doesmean there is a problem with yourside airbags.When you

Take your vehicle to anauthorized dealer as soon aspossible. If you ignore thisindication, your airbags may notoperate properly.Your airbag systems ar

Improperly replacingor covering front seat-back coverscan prevent your side airbags frominflating during a side impact.If water oranother liquid soaks

−−−If you have children, or ever need todrive with a child in your vehicle, besure to read this section. It beginswith important general guidelines,th

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

−To remind you of the passenger’sfront airbag hazards, and thatchildren must be properly restrainedin a back seat, your vehicle haswarninglabelsonthed

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

California Proposition 65 WarningThis product contains or emits chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birthdefects or other r

−During a crash, thebelt could press deep into the childand cause serious or fatal injuries.If they do, theycould be very seriously injured in acrash.

An infant must be properlyrestrained in a rear-facing, recliningchild seat until the child reaches theseat maker’s weight or height limitfor the seat,

Of the different seats available, werecommend those that have a five-point harness system as shown.A child who is at least one year old,and who fits w

Conventional child seats must besecured to a vehicle with a seat belt,whereas LATCH-compatible seatsare secured by attaching the seat tohardware built

After selecting a proper child seatand a good place to install the seat,there are three main steps ininstalling the seat:All child seats must besecure

To install a LATCH-compatible childseat:Move the seat belt buckle ortongue away from the loweranchors.Make sure there are no objectsnear the anchors t

Whatever type you have, followthe child seat maker’s instructionsfor adjusting or tightening the fit.Lift the head restraint (see page), then route th

When not using the LATCH system,all child seats must be secured to thevehicle with the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt.With the child seat in the desi

After confirming that the belt islocked, grab the shoulder part ofthe belt near the buckle, and pullup to remove any slack from thelap part of the bel

If the tether strap is too long andcannot be tightened firmly, find aroute where the strap can betightened securely.After properly securing the childs

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

To determine if a lap/shoulder beltproperly fits a child, have the childput on the seat belt, then askyourself:Does the child sit all the way backagai

A child who has outgrown a forward-facing child seat should ride in aback seat and use a booster seatuntil the lap/shoulder belt fits themproperly wit

The National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration and TransportCanada recommend that all childrenage 12 and under be properlyrestrained in the back se

This could resultin serious neck injuries during acrash.Devices intended toimprove a child’s comfort orreposition the shoulder part of aseat belt can

Your vehicle’s exhaust containscarbon monoxide gas. Carbonmonoxide should not enter thevehicle in normal driving if youmaintain your vehicle properly

These labels are in the locationsshown. They warn you of potentialhazards that could cause seriousinjury or death. Read these labelscarefully.If a lab

Canadian modelsU.S. modelsU.S. modelsCanadian modelsSafety LabelsDriver and Passenger Safety53HOODDOORJAMBSMain MenuTable of Contents

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

＊＊＊＊: If equippedControl Locations56POWER WINDOWSWITCHESAUDIO SYSTEMHEATING/COOLINGCONTROLSPOWER DOOR LOCKMASTER SWITCHMIRROR CONTROLSFUEL FILL DOORRE

＊＊＊＊CONTINUED: If equippedYour Vehicle at a GlanceYour Vehicle at a Glance3POWER WINDOWSWITCHESGAUGESPOWER DOOR LOCKMASTER SWITCHFUEL FILL DOORRELEASE

＊＊The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for Canadian models are noted in the text.Instrument PanelInstruments and ControlsDX, DX-G (Canada),

＊＊＊The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for Canadian models are noted in the text.:Instrument PanelU.S. Si58LOW OIL PRESSUREINDICATORSECURI

This indicator has two functions:Itcomesonwhenyouturntheignition switch to the ON (II)position. It is a reminder to checkthe parking brake. A beeperso

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position. If it comes on at any othertime, there is a

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 has three functions:It comes on as a reminder that youhave turned off the vehiclestability assist (VSA) system.It flashes when VSA is a

If you turn the steering wheel to thefull left or right position repeatedlywhile stopping or driving at very lowspeed, you may feel slightly harderste

This indicator comes on when youset the cruise control. See pagefor information on operating thecruise control.This indicator comes on when thewasher

This indicator comes on when thesecurity system is set. See pagefor more information on thesecurity system.The engine can be severely damagedif this i

To switch the information displaybetween the odometer, trip meter,outside temperature (if equipped),and engine oil life and maintenanceitem code(s), p

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊To use the horn, press the pad around the ‘‘H’’ logo.Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual.:

Each trip meter works independently,so you can keep track of twodifferent distances.There are two trip meters: TRIP Aand TRIP B. Switch between thesed

±±−−−−−−−−If equippedThe temperature sensor is in thefront bumper. Therefore, thetemperature reading can be affectedby heat reflection from the roadsu

The information display in theinstrument panel shows you theengine oil life and maintenanceservice items when the ignitionswitch is in the ON (II) pos

＊＊＊＊＊＊To use the horn, press the pad around the ‘‘H’’ logo.:1 : If equippedControls Near the Steering Wheel70HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALSHAZARD WARNINGBUTT

−−−−−−−−−MISTOFFINT IntermittentLO Low speedHI High speedWindshield washersPush the right lever up or down toselect a position.The wipers are not acti

−−−Push down on thelever to signal a left turn and up tosignal a right turn. To signal a lanechange, push lightly on the lever,and hold it. The lever

＋−The buttons under the left side ventcontrol the brightness of theinstrument panel. Push the orbutton to adjust the brightness.Separate adjustments c

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

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

Youshouldhavereceivedakeynumber tag with your set of keys.You will need this key number if youever have to get a key replaced. Useonly Honda-approved

−This section gives you importantinformation about how to protectyourself and your passengers. Itshows you how to use seat belts. Itexplains how your

CONTINUEDThe system may not recognize yourkey’s coding if another immobilizerkey or other metal object (i.e. keyfob) is near the ignition switch wheny

−−−−If the front wheels are turned, theanti-theft lock may make it difficultto turn the key. Firmly turn thesteering wheel to the left or right asyou

Each door has a lock tab next to theinside door handle. Pull the tab outto lock the door, and push it in tounlock the door.To lock any passenger’s doo

To lock the passenger’s door whengetting out of the vehicle, pull outthe lock tab and close the door. Tolock the driver’s door, remove thekey from the

CONTINUEDOn all models except DXYour vehicle has customizablesettings for the doors toautomatically lock and unlock. Makeall settings before you start

Release the switch and, within 5 seconds, turn the ignition switchto the ACCESSORY (I) position. On A/T vehicles, move the shiftlever to the P positio

The driver’s door or all doors can beset to unlock automatically in two CONTINUEDDoor LocksAuto Door Unlock ModesInstruments and Controls83 modes for

Apply the parking brake.Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position, and close the driver’s door.1.2.Unlocks the driver’s door or all doorswhen th

CONTINUEDDoor LocksInstruments and Controls85On A/T vehicles, push and hold the brake pedal, then move the shift lever out of P.Pushandholdtherearofth

Even though your vehicle's battery isremoved or goes dead, the systemkeeps the auto door lock/unlocksetting you selected.Door Locks86Main MenuTab

−You’ll find many safetyrecommendations throughout thissection, and throughout this manual.Therecommendationsonthispageare the ones we consider to be

Parents should decide if theirchildren should be shown how to usethis feature.As a safety feature, your vehicle hasa release lever on the trunk latch

−−−−Press this button once tolock all doors. Some exterior lightswill flash once. When you pushLOCK twice within 5 seconds, youwill hear a horn to ver

Avoid dropping or throwing thetransmitter.If it takes several pushes on thebutton to lock or unlock the doors,replace the battery as soon aspossible.B

＋Inside the transmitter, separatethe inner cover from the keypadby releasing the two tabs on thecover.Remove the old battery from theback of the inner

−See pages for important safetyinformation and warnings about how toproperly position seats and seat-backs.11 13Make all adjustments before youstart d

See page for important safetyinformation and a warning about how toproperly position the head restraints.13The height of your driver’s seat isadjustab

The back of the rear seat folds down,giving you direct access to the trunk.The seat-back is released from insidethe trunk.The lid of the console compa

When storing cargo, you can movetherearcentershoulderbeltoutofthe way by removing the belt fromthe guide.To lock the seat-back upright, push itfirmly

Make sure all items in the trunk, oritems extending through the openinginto the back seat, are secured.Looseitemscanflyforwardandcause injury if you h

−−If the MAIN switch is OFF, thepassenger windows cannot be raisedor lowered. Keep the MAIN switchoffwhenyouhavechildreninthevehicle so they do not in