2005 Insight Online Reference Owner's Manual...

2005 Insight Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com. Contents

Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... i A Few Words About Safety ................................................................................................................. ii

Your Vehicle at a Glance .....................................................................................................................4Driver and Passenger Safety ..............................................................................................................7Seat belts, SRS, and child protectionInstruments and Controls ................................................................................................................. 41Indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering columnComfort and Convenience Features ................................................................................................73Climate, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control, and HomeLinkBefore Driving.................................................................................................................................... 93Fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loadingDriving .............................................................................................................................................. 107Engine and transmission operationMaintenance ..................................................................................................................................... 125Schedules, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage

Taking Care of the Unexpected ...................................................................................................... 165Flat tire, dead battery, overheating, fusesTechnical Information..................................................................................................................... 191Vehicle specifications, tires, fuels, and emissions controlsWarranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada Only) ....................................................... 203Warranty and contact informationAuthorized Manuals (U.S. only)...................................................................................................... 207How to orderIndex...................................................................................................................................................... I

Service Information Summary Fluid capacities and tire pressures

Owner's Identification Form

This Owner’s Manual should beconsidered a permanent part of thevehicle and should remain with thevehicle when it is sold.

The information and specificationsincluded in this publication were ineffect at the time of approval forprinting. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.reserves the right, however, todiscontinue or change specificationsor design at any time without noticeand without incurring any obligationwhatsoever.

This Owner’s Manual covers allmodels of the Insight. You may finddescriptions of equipment andfeatures that are not on yourparticular model.

Owner’s Identif ication

OWNER

ADDRESS

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DELIVERY DATE

DEALER NAME DEALER NO.

ADDRESS

OWNER’S SIGNATURE

DEALER’S SIGNATURE

STREET

CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/POSTAL CODE

(Date sold to original retail purchaser)

STREET

CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/POSTAL CODE

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 andconvenience items. Afterwards, keep this owner’s manual in your vehicle soyou can refer to it at any time.

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

Maintaining your vehicle according to the schedules given in this manualhelps to keep your driving trouble-free while it preserves your investment.When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in mind that your Hondadealer’s staff is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique toyour Honda. Your Honda dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will bepleased to answer any questions and concerns.

Congratulations! Your selection of a 2005 Honda Insight was a wiseinvestment. It will give you years of driving pleasure.

As you read this manual, you willfind information that is preceded bya symbol. Thisinformation is intended to help youavoid damage to your vehicle, otherproperty, or the environment.

California Proposition 65 Warning

This product containsor emits chemicals known to theState of California to cause cancerand birth defects or otherreproductive harm.

Event Data Recorders

This vehicle is equipped with one ormore recording devices commonlyreferred to as event data recordersor sensing and diagnostic modules.

Introduction

WARNING:

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Your safety, and the safety of others,is very important. And operating thisvehicle safely is an importantresponsibility.

To help you make informeddecisions about safety, we haveprovided operating procedures andother information on labels and inthis manual. This information alertsyou to potential hazards that couldhurt you or others.

Of course, it is not practical orpossible to warn you about all thehazards associated with operating ormaintaining your vehicle. You mustuse your own good judgement.

You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms,including:

This entire book is filled with important safety information please read itcarefully.

how to use this vehicle correctly and safely.such as Driver and Passenger Safety.

such as Important Safety Reminders or ImportantSafety Precautions.

These signal words mean:

preceded by a safety alert symbol and one ofthree signal words: , , or .

on the vehicle.

A Few Words About Safety

InstructionsSafety Section

Safety Headings

Safety MessagesSafety Labels

DANGER WARNING CAUTION

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You CAN be HURT if you don’t followinstructions.

You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLYHURT if you don’t follow instructions.

You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLYHURT if you don’t follow instructions.

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Your Vehicle at a Glance

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DOOR LOCK

FUEL FILLDOOR RELEASE

HOOD RELEASE HANDLE

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (CVT)

MANUAL TRANSMISSION

DIGITAL CLOCK

AUDIO SYSTEM

GAUGES

FCD SELECTBUTTON

ACCESSORYPOWER SOCKET

INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS HEATING/COOLINGCONTROLS

POWER WINDOWSWITCHES

(P. 95)

DRIVER’S FRONTAIRBAG(P. 21)

(P. 62)

(P. 51)

(P. 67)(P. 48)

(P. 43)(P. 74, 78)

PASSENGER’S FRONTAIRBAG(P. 21)

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(P. 110)(P. 96)

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MIRROR CONTROLS


HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS HORN REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER

WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS

ECON BUTTON

DRIVING MODE BUTTONS (CVT)

HAZARD WARNINGBUTTON

AUDIO SYSTEM

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(P. 75)

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(P. 80)

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This section gives you importantinformation about how to protectyourself and your passenger. Itshows you how to use seat belts. Itexplains how your airbags work. Andit tells you how to properly restrainchildren in your vehicle.

.........Important Safety Precautions . 8.......Your Vehicle’s Safety Features . 9

.....................................Seat Belts . 10.........................................Airbags . 11

.........Protecting Adults and Teens . 12.....1. Close and Lock the Doors . 12

......................2. Adjust the Seats . 12............3. Adjust the Seat-Backs . 13

4. Fasten and Position the.............................Seat Belts . 14

5. Maintain a Proper Sitting................................Position . 15

.....Advice for Pregnant Women . 16...Additional Safety Precautions . 17

Additional Information About Your.................................Seat Belts . 18

..Seat Belt System Components . 18......................Lap/Shoulder Belt . 18

Automatic Seat Belt...........................Tensioners . 19

...............Seat Belt Maintenance . 19Additional Information About

...........................Your Airbags . 21......Airbag System Components . 21

How Your Front Airbags.........................................Work . 21

..How the SRS Indicator Works . 23.............................Airbag Service . 23

...Additional Safety Precautions . 24Protecting Children

.................General Guidelines . 25All Children Must Be

...............................Restrained . 25Your Vehicle is Not

Recommended for Child..........................Passengers . 26

The Passenger’s Front Airbag................Poses Serious Risks . 26

...Additional Safety Precautions . 28.............Protecting Small Children . 29

.....................Selecting a Child Seat . 30....................Installing a Child Seat . 30

...........Protecting Larger Children . 34...............Checking Seat Belt Fit . 34

..................Using a Booster Seat . 35When Can a Larger Child

...............Ride in This Vehicle . 36...Additional Safety Precautions . 37

.............Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 38...................................Safety Labels . 39

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You’ll find many safetyrecommendations throughout thissection, and throughout this manual.The recommendations on this pageare the ones we consider to be themost important.

A seat belt is your best protection inall types of collisions. Airbags aredesigned to supplement seat belts,not replace them. So even thoughyour vehicle is equipped with airbags,make sure you and your passengeralways wear your seat belts, andwear them properly (see page ).

Since all children are safest in theback seat of a vehicle, and yourvehicle does not have a back seat, werecommend that you do not carry achild passenger.

If an older child must ride in thisvehicle, follow all child safetyinstructions and warnings in thismanual (see pages ).

While airbags can save lives, theycan cause serious or fatal injuries tooccupants who sit too close to them,or are not properly restrained.Infants, young children, and shortadults are at the greatest risk. Besure to follow all instructions andwarnings in this manual.

Alcohol and driving don’t mix. Evenone drink can reduce your ability torespond to changing conditions, andyour reaction time gets worse withevery additional drink. So don’t drinkand drive, and don’t let your friendsdrink and drive, either.

Excessive speed is a major factor incrash injuries and deaths. Generally,the higher the speed, the greater therisk, but serious injuries can alsooccur at lower speeds. Never drivefaster than is safe for currentconditions, regardless of themaximum speed posted.

Having a tire blowout or amechanical failure can be extremelyhazardous. To reduce the possibilityof such problems, check your tirepressures and condition frequently,and perform all regularly scheduledmaintenance (see page ).

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Important Safety Precautions

Always Wear Your Seat Belt

Your Vehicle is NotRecommended for ChildPassengers

Be Aware of Airbag Hazards

Don’t Drink and Drive

Control Your Speed

Keep Your Vehicle in SafeCondition

Due to the passenger’s airbag hazard,you should never carry an infant in arear-facing child seat in this vehicle.

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Your vehicle is equipped with manyfeatures that work together toprotect you and your passengerduring a crash.

Some features do not require anyaction on your part. These include astrong aluminum framework thatforms a safety cage around thepassenger compartment; front andrear crush zones, a collapsiblesteering column; and tensioners thattighten the seat belts in a crash.

However, you and your passengercan’t take full advantage of thesefeatures unless you remain sitting ina proper position and

. In fact, some safetyfeatures can contribute to injuries ifthey are not used properly.

The following pages explain how youcan take an active role in protectingyourself and your passenger.

Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

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Your vehicle is equipped with seatbelts in both seating positions.

Your seat belt system also includesan indicator on the instrument panelto remind you and your passenger tofasten your seat belts.

Keep you from being thrown outof the vehicle.

Help keep you in a good positionshould the airbags ever deploy. Agood position reduces the risk ofinjury from an inflating airbag andallows you to get the bestadvantage from the airbag.

Of course, seat belts cannotcompletely protect you in everycrash. But in most cases, seat beltscan reduce your risk of seriousinjury.

Seat belts have proven to be thesingle most effective safety devicefor adults and larger children.

Not wearing a seat belt properlyincreases the chance of seriousinjury or death in a crash, eventhough your vehicle has airbags.

In addition, most states and allCanadian provinces require you towear seat belts.

When properly worn, seat belts:

Keep you connected to the vehicleso you can take advantage of thevehicle’s built-in safety features.

Help protect you in almost everytype of crash, including frontal,side, and rear impacts androllovers.

Help keep you from being thrownagainst the inside of the vehicleand against the other occupant.

Always wearyour seat belt, and make sure youwear it properly.


Seat Belts

Why Wear Seat Belts

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Not wearing a seat belt properlyincreases the chance of seriousinjury or death in a crash, eventhough your vehicle has airbags.

Be sure you and yourpassenger always wear seatbelts and wear them properly.

Your vehicle has a SupplementalRestraint System (SRS) with frontairbags to help protect the heads andchests of the driver and a passengerduring a moderate to severe frontalcollision (see page for moreinformation on how your airbagswork).

The most important things you needto know about your airbags are:

They are designed to supplementthe seat belts.

To do their job, airbags mustinflate with tremendous force. Sowhile airbags help save lives, theycan cause minor injuries or moreserious or even fatal injuries ifoccupants are not properlyrestrained or sitting properly.

Always wearyour seat belt properly, and situpright and as far back from thesteering wheel as possible whileallowing full control of the vehicle. Apassenger should move the seat asfar back from the dashboard aspossible.

The rest of this section gives moredetailed information about how youcan maximize your safety.

Remember, however, that no safetysystem can prevent all injuries ordeaths that can occur in a severecrash, even when seat belts areproperly worn and the airbags deploy.

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Airbags

Airbags do not replace seat belts.

Front airbags offer no protectionin side impacts, rear impacts,rollovers, or minor collisions.

Airbags can pose serious hazards.

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If you sit too close to the steeringwheel or dashboard, you can beseriously injured by an inflatingairbag, or by striking the steeringwheel or dashboard.

The following pages provideinstructions on how to properlyprotect the driver, an adultpassenger or teenage child largeenough and mature enough to driveor ride in your vehicle. See pages

for important guidelines onhow to properly protect a small orlarger child.

Adjust the driver’s seat as far to therear as possible while allowing you tomaintain full control of the vehicle.Have a passenger adjust his or herseat as far to the rear as possible.

After everyone has entered thevehicle, be sure the doors are closedand locked.

Locking the doors reduces thechance of someone being thrown outof the vehicle during a crash, and ithelps prevent a passenger fromaccidentally opening a door andfalling out.

Locking the doors also helps preventan outsider from unexpectedlyopening a door when you come to astop.

Your vehicle has a door monitorindicator on the instrument panel toindicate when either door or thehatch is not tightly closed.

See page for how to lock thedoors, and page for how themonitor indicator works.

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Protecting Adults and Teens

Adjust the SeatsIntroduction

Close and Lock the Doors1.

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Adjust the driver’s seat-back to acomfortable, upright position,leaving ample space between yourchest and the airbag cover in thecenter of the steering wheel.

The National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration and TransportCanada recommend that driversallow at least 10 inches (25 cm)between the center of the steeringwheel and the chest.

A passenger should also adjust theirseat-back to a comfortable, uprightposition.

If you cannot get far enough awayfrom the steering wheel and stillreach the controls, we recommendthat you investigate whether sometype of adaptive equipment may help.

Once your seat is adjusted correctly,rock it back and forth to make surethe seat is locked in position.

See page for how to adjust theseats.

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Sitting too close to a frontairbag can result in seriousinjury or death if the frontairbags inflate.

Always sit as far back from thefront airbags as possible.

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 lets your strong pelvic bonestake the force of a crash and reducesthe chance of internal injuries.

Insert the latch plate into the buckle,then tug on the belt to make sure thebelt is securely latched. Check thatthe belt is not twisted, because atwisted belt can cause seriousinjuries in a crash.

Reclining a seat-back so that theshoulder part of the belt no longerrests against the occupant’s chestreduces the protective capability ofthe belt. It also increases the chanceof sliding under the belt in a crashand being seriously injured. Thefarther a seat-back is reclined, thegreater the risk of injury.

See page for how to adjust theseat-backs.

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Reclining the seat-back too farcan result in serious injury ordeath in a crash.

Adjust the seat-back to anupright position, and sit wellback in the seat.

Sitting improperly can increase thechance of injury during a crash. Forexample, if an occupant slouches,lies down, turns sideways, sitsforward, leans forward or sideways,or puts one or both feet up, thechance of injury during a crash isgreatly increased.

After occupants have adjusted theirseats and put on seat belts, it is veryimportant that they continue to situpright, well back in their seats, withtheir feet on the floor, until thevehicle is parked and the engine isoff.

If a seat belt does not seem to workproperly, it may not protect theoccupant in a crash.

Using a seatbelt that is not working properly canresult in serious injury or death.Have your dealer check the belt assoon as possible.

See page for additionalinformation about your seat beltsand how to take care of them.

If necessary, pull up on the belt againto remove any slack, then check thatthe belt rests across the center ofyour chest and over your shoulder.This spreads the forces of a crashover the strongest bones in yourupper body.

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Maintain a Proper SittingPosition

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No one should sit in a seat with aninoperative seat belt.

Never place the shoulder portion of alap/shoulder belt under your arm orbehind your back.

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Improperly positioning the seatbelts can cause serious injuryor death in a crash.

Make sure all seat belts areproperly positioned beforedriving.

When driving, remember to situpright and adjust the seat as farback as possible while allowing fullcontrol of the vehicle. When ridingas a passenger, adjust the seat as farback as possible.

This will reduce the risk of injuriesto both you and your unborn childthat can be caused by a crash or aninflating front airbag.

Each time you have a checkup, askyour doctor if it’s okay for you todrive.If you are pregnant, the best way to

protect yourself and your unbornchild when driving or riding in avehicle is to always wear a seat belt,and keep the lap part of the belt aslow as possible across the hips.

In addition, an occupant who is out ofposition can be seriously or fatallyinjured in a crash by striking interiorparts of the vehicle or being struckby an inflating front airbag.


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Sitting improperly or out ofposition can result in seriousinjury or death.

Always sit upright, well back inthe seat, with your feet on thefloor.

If they do, theycould be very seriously injured in acrash.

Devices intended to improveoccupant comfort or reposition theshoulder part of a seat belt canreduce the protective capability ofthe belt and increase the chance ofserious injury in a crash.

If yourhands or arms are close to anairbag cover, they could be injuredif the airbag inflates.

Objects onthe covers marked ‘‘SRS AIRBAG’’could interfere with the properoperation of the airbags or bepropelled inside the vehicle andhurt someone if the airbags inflate.

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

Additional Safety PrecautionsTwo people should never use thesame seat belt.

Do not put any accessories on seatbelts.

Keep your hands and arms awayfrom the airbag covers.

Do not attach or place objects onthe front airbag covers.

Do not place hard or sharp objectsbetween yourself and a frontairbag.

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Both seat belts have an emergencyretractor. In normal driving, theretractor lets you move freely in yourseat while it keeps some tension onthe belt. During a collision or suddenstop, the retractor automaticallylocks the belt to help restrain yourbody.

The passenger’s seat belt has anadditional locking mechanism thatmust be activated to secure aforward-facing child seat (see page

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To deactivate the lockingmechanism, unlatch the buckle andlet the seat belt fully retract. Torefasten the seat belt, pull it out onlyas far as needed.

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

The lap and shoulder belt goes overyour shoulder, across your chest,and across your hips.

To fasten the belt, insert the latchplate into the buckle, then tug on thebelt to make sure the buckle islatched (see page for how toproperly position the belt).

To unlock the belt, push the redPRESS button on the buckle. Guidethe belt across your body so that itretracts completely. After exiting thevehicle, be sure the belt is out of theway and will not get closed in thedoor.

Your seat belt system includes lap/shoulder belts in both seatingpositions. These belts are equippedwith automatic seat belt tensioners.

If you continue driving withoutfastening your seat belt, the beeperwill sound and the indicator will flashagain at regular intervals.

The seat belt systemincludes an indicator on the

instrument panel and a beeper toremind you to fasten your seat belt.

If you turn the ignition switch to ON(II) before fastening your seat belt,the beeper will sound, and theindicator will flash. If you do notfasten your seat belt before thebeeper stops, the indicator will stopflashing but remain on.

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Additional Information About Your Seat Belts

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For safety, you should check thecondition of your seat belts regularly.

Honda provides a lifetime warrantyon seat belts for U.S. models. Seeyourbooklet for details.

The tensioners are designed toactivate primarily in frontal collisions,and they should activate in anycollision severe enough to causeairbag inflation.

However, the tensioners can beactivated during a collision in whichthe front airbags do not deploy. Inthis case, the airbags would not beneeded, but the additional restraintcould be helpful.

When the tensioners are activated,the seat belts will remain tight untilthey are unbuckled in the normalmanner.

For added protection, the seat beltsare equipped with automatic seatbelt tensioners. When activated, thetensioners immediately tighten thebelts to help hold the driver and apassenger in place.

Pull each belt out fully and look forfrays, cuts, burns, and wear. Checkthat the latches work smoothly andthe belts retract easily. Any belt thatis not in good condition or notworking properly will not providegood protection and should bereplaced as soon as possible.

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

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Seat Belt MaintenanceAutomatic Seat Belt Tensioners

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The dealer should also inspect theanchors for damage and replacethem if needed. If the automatic seatbelt tensioners activate during acrash, they must be replaced.

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Not checking or maintainingseat belts can result in seriousinjury or death if the seat beltsdo not work properly whenneeded.

Check your seat belts regularlyand have any problemcorrected as soon as possible.

Your airbag system includes:

Automatic seat belt tensioners(see page ).

Sensors that can detect amoderate to severe frontalcollision.

Two SRS (Supplemental RestraintSystem) front airbags. The driver’sairbag is stored in the center ofthe steering wheel; the passenger’sairbag is stored in the dashboard.Both are marked ‘‘SRS AIRBAG.’’

A sophisticated electronic systemthat continually monitors andrecords information about thesensors, the control unit, and theairbag activators when the ignitionswitch is in the ON (II) position.

An indicator on the instrumentpanel that alerts you to a possibleproblem with your airbags,sensors, or seat belt tensioners(see page ).

Emergency backup power in caseyour vehicle’s electrical system isdisconnected in a crash.

If you ever have a moderate tosevere frontal collision, sensors willdetect the vehicle’s rapiddeceleration.

If the rate of deceleration is highenough, the control unit will instantlyinflate the driver’s and passenger’sfront airbags.

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Airbag System Components How Your Front Airbags Work

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During a frontal crash, your seat beltrestrains your lower body and torso,and the airbag helps protect yourhead and chest.

This can happen if the severity of acollision is at the margin, orthreshold, that determines whetheror not the airbags will deploy. Insuch cases, the seat belt will providesufficient protection, and thesupplemental protection offered bythe airbag would be minimal.

The total time for inflation anddeflation is one-tenth of a second, sofast that most occupants are notaware that the airbags deployed untilthey see them lying in their laps.

After a crash, you may see whatlooks like smoke. This is actuallypowder from the airbag’s surface.Although the powder is not harmful,people with respiratory problemsmay experience some temporarydiscomfort. If this occurs, get out ofthe vehicle as soon as it is safe to doso.

After inflating, the front airbags willimmediately deflate, so they won’tinterfere with the driver’s visibility,or the ability to steer or operateother controls.

Although both airbags normallyinflate within a split second of eachother, it is possible for only oneairbag to deploy.

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The SRS indicator alertsyou to a potential problem

with your airbags or seat belttensioners (see page ).

If the indicator comes on at anyother time, or does not come on at all,you should have the system checkedby your dealer. For example:

If the indicator stays on after theengine starts.

When you turn the ignition switch toON (II), this indicator will come onbriefly then go out. This tells you thesystem is working properly.

If the SRS indicator does not comeon after you turn the ignitionswitch to ON (II).

If the indicator comes on orflashes on and off while you drive.

If you see any of these indications,the airbags and seat belt tensionersmay not work properly when youneed them.

Your airbag system is virtuallymaintenance-free, and there are noparts you can safely service.However, you must have yourvehicle serviced if:

Any airbagthat has deployed must bereplaced, along with the controlunit and seat belt tensioner. Donot try to remove or replace anyairbag by yourself.This must be done by your dealeror a knowledgeable body shop.

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

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How the SRS Indicator Works Airbag Service

An airbag ever inflates.

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Ignoring the SRS indicator canresult in serious injury or deathif the airbag systems ortensioners do not work properly.

Have your vehicle checked by adealer as soon as possible ifthe SRS indicator alerts you toa possible problem.

Together, airbags andseat belts provide the bestprotection.

Tampering could causethe airbags to deploy, possiblycausing very serious injury.

Additional Information About Your Airbags

Do not attempt to deactivate yourairbags.

Do not tamper with airbagcomponents or wiring for anyreason.

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Children depend on adults to protectthem. However, despite their bestintentions, many adults do not knowhow to protect childpassengers.

If you ever need to drive with a childin your vehicle, be sure to read thissection. It begins with importantgeneral guidelines, then presentsspecial information for infants, smallchildren and larger children.

Each year, many children are injuredor killed in vehicle crashes becausethey are either unrestrained or notproperly restrained. In fact, vehicleaccidents are the number one causeof the death of children ages 12 andunder.

To reduce the number of childdeaths and injuries, every state andCanadian province requires thatinfants and children be properlyrestrained when they ride in avehicle.

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Any child who is too small to wear aseat belt must be restrained in anapproved child seat that is properlysecured to the vehicle

A larger child must be restrainedwith a lap/shoulder belt and ride ona booster seat until the seat belt f itshim or her properly

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Children who are unrestrainedor improperly restrained can beseriously injured or killed in acrash.

Any child too small for a seatbelt should be properlyrestrained in a child seat. Alarger child should be properlyrestrained with a seat belt anduse a booster seat if necessary.

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The National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration and TransportCanada recommend that all childrenage 12 and under be properlyrestrained in a back seat.

Since this vehicle does not have aback seat, we strongly recommendthat you do not carry any child whois not large enough or matureenough to ride in front (see page ).

Front airbags have been designed tohelp protect adults in a moderate tosevere frontal collision. To do this,the passenger’s airbag is quite large,and it can inflate with enough forceto cause very serious injuries.

If the airbag inflates, itcan hit the back of the child seatwith enough force to kill or veryseriously injure an infant.

If the vehicle seat is toofar forward, or the child’s head isthrown forward during a collision, aninflating front airbag can strike thechild with enough force to kill orvery seriously injure a small child.

If a larger child mustride in this vehicle, see page forimportant guidelines on how todecide when a child is ready to ridein front and how to properly protectthe child.

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Protecting Children General Guidelines

Your Vehicle is NotRecommended for ChildPassengers

The Passenger’s Front AirbagPoses Serious Risks

InfantsNever put a rear-facing child seat inthis vehicle.

Small ChildrenPlacing a forward-facing child seat inthe passenger’s seat can behazardous.

Larger ChildrenChildren who have outgrown childseats are also at risk of being injuredor killed by an inflating passenger’sfront airbag.

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To remind you of the passenger’sairbag hazards, your vehicle haswarning labels on the dashboard(U.S. models) and on the driver’s andpassenger’s visors. Please read andfollow the instructions on theselabels.

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If you are not wearing a seatbelt in crash, you could be thrownforward and crush the childagainst the dashboard. If you arewearing a seat belt, the child canbe torn from your arms and beseriously hurt or killed.

If they do, theycould be very seriously injured in acrash.

Leaving children withoutadult supervision is illegal in moststates and Canadian provinces,and can be very hazardous.

Even very youngchildren learn how to unlockvehicle doors, turn on the ignitionswitch, and open the trunk, whichcan lead to accidental injury ordeath.

For example, a small child left in avehicle on a hot day can die fromheatstroke. A child left alone withthe key in the ignition switch canaccidentally set the vehicle inmotion, possibly injuringthemselves or others.

During a crash, thebelt could press deep into the childand cause serious or fatal injuries.

Children who play in vehicles canaccidentally get trapped inside.Teach your children not to play inor around vehicles.

Additional Safety Precautions

Protecting Children General Guidelines

Never hold a small child on yourlap.

Never let two children use thesame seat belt.

Do not leave children alone in avehicle.

Keep vehicle keys and remotetransmitters out of the reach ofchildren.

Never put a seat belt over yourselfand a child.

Lock both doors and the hatchwhen your vehicle is not in use.

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Because an inflating airbag canseriously injure or kill small children,we recommend that you do not carrya small child as a passenger in thisvehicle.

If you decide to transport a smallchild in this vehicle, be sure to movethe passenger seat as far to the rearas possible, and follow theinstructions and guidelines in thefollowing pages.

We also recommend that a smallchild use the child seat as long aspossible, until the child reaches theweight or height limit for the seat.

A child who is at least one year oldand who fits within the child seatmaker’s weight and height limits,should be restrained in a forward-facing, upright child seat.

Of the different seats available, werecommend those that have a five-point harness system as shown.

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Placing a forward-facing childseat in the passenger’s seatcan result in serious injury ordeath if the airbag inflates.

If you must place a forward-facing child seat in thepassenger’s seat, move thevehicle seat as far back aspossible and properly restrainthe child.

To provide proper protection, a childseat should meet threerequirements:

Look for FMVSS213 or CMVSS 213 on the box.

Before purchasing a child seat, orusing a previously purchased one, werecommend that you test the seat tomake sure it fits properly in thepassenger’s seat.

After selecting a proper child seat,there are three main steps ininstalling a child seat:

All child seats must besecured to the vehicle with the lappart of a lap/shoulder belt. A childwhose seat is not properly securedto the vehicle can be endangeredin a crash.

After installing a childseat, push and pull the seatforward and from side to side toverify that it is secure.

A child seat secured with a seatbelt should be installed as firmlyas possible. However, it does notneed to be ‘‘rock solid.’’ Some side-to-side movement can be expectedand should not reduce the childseat’s effectiveness.

If the child seat is not secure, usea different style of child seat thatcan be firmly secured.

Make sure the child is properlystrapped in the child seataccording to the child seat maker’sinstructions. A child who is notproperly secured in a child seatcan be seriously injured in a crash.

The following pages provideguidelines on how to properly installa forward-facing child seat.

Selecting a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat

The child seat should meet U.S. orCanadian Motor Vehicle SafetyStandard 213.

The child seat should be of theproper type and size to fit the child.

The child seat should fit thepassenger’s seat.

Properly secure the child seat tothe vehicle.

Make sure the child seat is firmlysecured.

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With the child seat in position,route the belt through the childseat according to the seat maker’sinstructions, then insert the latchplate into the buckle.

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 theretractor.

In this vehicle, a child seat must besecured to the vehicle with the lappart of the lap/shoulder belt. Inaddition, the passenger’s lap/shoulder belt has a lockingmechanism that must be activated tosecure a child seat.

Move the vehicle seat to the rear-most position. Moving the seat asfar back as possible reduces thechance of a child being injured orkilled if the passenger’s airbaginflates. After the belt has retracted, tug on

it. If the belt is locked, you will notbe able to pull it out. If you can pullthe belt out, it is not locked andyou will need to repeat these steps.

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To remove slack, it may help toput weight on the child seat, orpush on the back of the seat whilepulling up on the belt.

Push and pull the child seatforward and from side to side toverify that it is secure enough tostay upright during normal drivingmaneuvers. If the child seat is notsecure, unlatch the belt, allow it toretract fully, then repeat thesesteps.

To deactivate the lockingmechanism and remove a child seat,unlatch the buckle, unroute the seatbelt, and let the belt fully retract.

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 belt. Remember, ifthe lap part of the belt is not tight,the child seat will not be secure.

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A child seat with a tether can beinstalled in the passenger’s seat,using the anchorage point shownabove.

Since a tether can provide additionalsecurity to the lap/shoulder beltinstallation, we recommend using atether whenever one is required oravailable.

Attach the tether strap hook to theanchor, making sure the strap isnot twisted, then tighten the strapaccording to the seat maker’sinstructions.

After properly securing the childseat with the lap/shoulder belt(see page ), route the tetherstrap through the hole of the seat-back.

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When a child reaches therecommended weight or height limitfor a forward-facing child seat, thechild should sit in a back seat on abooster seat and wear a lap/shoulderbelt.

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 backagainst the seat?

Do the child’s knees bendcomfortably over the edge of theseat?

Since this vehicle does not have aback seat, we recommend that youdo not carry a larger child, age 12 orunder, as a passenger.

However, the following pagesprovide guidelines to help you decidewhen a given child may ride in thisvehicle, and how to properly protectthe child.

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Allowing a larger child age 12 orunder to ride in the vehicle canresult in injury or death if thepassenger’s front airbag inflates.

If a larger child must ride in thevehicle, move the vehicle seatas far back as possible, use abooster seat if needed, havethe child sit up properly andwear the seat belt properly.

Does the shoulder belt crossbetween the child’s neck and arm?

Is the lap part of the belt as low aspossible, touching the child’sthighs?

Will the child be able to stayseated like this for the whole trip?

If you answer yes to all thesequestions, the child is ready to wearthe lap/shoulder belt correctly. Ifyou answer no to any question, thechild needs to ride on a booster seat. A child who has outgrown a forward-

facing child seat should use abooster seat until the lap/shoulderbelt fits them properly without thebooster.

Some states and Canadian provincesalso require children to use a boosterseat until they reach a given age orweight (e.g., 6 years or 60 lbs). Besure to check current laws in thestates or provinces where you intend

to drive.

Booster seats can be high-back orlow-back. Whichever style you select,make sure the booster meets federalsafety standards and that you followthe booster seat maker’s instructions.

If a child who uses a booster seatrides in this vehicle, move thevehicle seat as far to the rear aspossible, and be sure the child iswearing the seat belt properly.

A child may continue using a boosterseat until the tops of their ears areeven with the top of the vehicle’s orbooster’s seat-back. A child of thisheight should be tall enough to usethe lap/shoulder belt without abooster seat.

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If you decide that a child can safelyride in this vehicle, be sure to:

Carefully read the owner’s manual,and make sure you understand allseat belt instructions and all safetyinformation.

Move the vehicle seat to the rear-most position.

Have the child sit up straight, backagainst the seat, and feet on ornear the floor.

Check that the child’s seat belt isproperly and securely positioned.

Supervise the child. Even maturechildren sometimes need to bereminded to fasten the seat beltsor sit properly.

As noted earlier, the NationalHighway Traffic SafetyAdministration and TransportCanada recommend that all childrenage 12 and under ride properlyrestrained in a back seat.

If the passenger’s front airbaginflates in a moderate to severefrontal collision, the airbag can causeserious injuries to a child who isunrestrained, improperly restrained,sitting too close to the airbag, or outof position.

Physically, a child must be largeenough for the lap/shoulder belt toproperly fit (see page ). If the seatbelt does not fit properly, with orwithout the child sitting on a booster,the child should not sit in this vehicle.

To safely ride in this vehicle, a childmust be able to follow the rules,including sitting properly, andwearing the seat belt properlythroughout ride.

Of course, children vary widely. Andwhile age may be one indicator ofwhen a child can safely ride in front,there are other important factors youshould consider.

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This could result inserious neck injuries during a crash.

This could causevery serious injuries during a crash.It also increases the chance that thechild will slide under the belt in acrash and be injured.

If they do, they couldbe very seriously injured in a crash.

Devices intended to improve achild’s comfort or reposition theshoulder part of a seat belt can makethe belt less effective and increasethe chance of serious injury in acrash.

Additional Safety PrecautionsDo not let a child wear a seat beltacross the neck.

Do not let a child put the shoulderpart of a seat belt behind the back orunder the arm.

Two children should never use thesame seat belt.

Do not put any accessories on a seatbelt.

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Your vehicle’s exhaust containscarbon monoxide gas. You shouldhave no problem with carbonmonoxide entering the vehicle innormal driving if you maintain yourvehicle properly.

With the hatch open, airflow can pullexhaust gas into your vehicle’sinterior and create a hazardouscondition. If you must drive with thehatch open, open all the windows,and set the heating/climate controlsystem as shown below.

If you must sit in your parked vehicle,even in an unconfined area, with theengine running, adjust the heating/climate control system as follows:

Select the fresh air mode.Select the mode.Turn the fan on high speed.Set the temperature control to acomfortable setting.

High levels of carbon monoxide cancollect rapidly in enclosed areas,such as a garage. Do not run theengine with the garage door closed.Even with the door open, run theengine only long enough to move thevehicle out of the garage.

The vehicle is raised for an oilchange.You notice a change in the soundof the exhaust.The vehicle was in an accidentthat may have damaged theunderside.

Have the exhaust system inspectedfor leaks whenever:

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Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.Breathing it can causeunconsciousness and even killyou.

Avoid any enclosed areas oractivities that expose you tocarbon monoxide.

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

If a label comes off or becomes hardto read (except for the U.S.dashboard label which may beremoved by the owner), contact yourdealer for a replacement.

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

...........................Control Locations . 42............................Instrument Panel . 43

..........Instrument Panel Indicators . 44.............................................Gauges . 48

..................................Fuel Gauge . 49...................Temperature Gauge . 49

.....................................Odometer . 49..............Display Change Button . 49

.................Current Fuel Mileage . 50.................................Trip Meters . 50................................Trip Mileage . 50

Segment Distance and Fuel....................................Mileage . 51

................Lifetime Fuel Mileage . 51Turning Off the Mileage

....................................Displays . 52..................Battery Level Gauge . 53................Charge/Assist Gauge . 53

Controls Near the Steering...........................................Wheel . 54

.Windshield Wipers and Washers . 55...........Turn Signal and Headlights . 56

........Instrument Panel Brightness . 57.................Hazard Warning Button . 57.................Rear Window Defogger . 58

...............................Keys and Locks . 59

........................Immobilizer System . 60................................Ignition Switch . 61

......................................Door Locks . 62................................................Hatch . 63

.......................Remote Transmitter . 64.................................................Seats . 66

..............................Power Windows . 67.............................................Mirrors . 68

.................................Parking Brake . 69...........Interior Convenience Items . 70

.................................Storage Box . 71.........................Beverage Holder . 71

....................................Glove Box . 71...........Accessory Power Socket . 71

.................................Interior Lights . 72

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FCD SELECT BUTTON

DOOR LOCK

FUEL FILLDOOR RELEASE

HOOD RELEASE HANDLE DRIVING MODE BUTTONS (CVT)

AUDIO SYSTEMHEATING/COOLINGCONTROLS


CLOCK

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(P. 95)

(P. 62)

(P. 51)(P. 67) (P. 74, 78)

(P. 80)

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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR

ELECTRIC POWER STEERING INDICATOR

LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR

MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP

AUTO IDLE STOP INDICATOR

IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR

CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR

MAINTENANCEREQUIRED INDICATOR

LOW FUEL INDICATOR IMA SYSTEM INDICATOR

HIGH BEAM INDICATOR

TURN SIGNAL AND HAZARD WARNING INDICATORS

DOOR AND HATCH OPEN INDICATOR

SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR

PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS)INDICATOR

SHIFT UP/SHIFT DOWNINDICATORS

(P. 46)

(P. 112, 119)

(P. 180)

(P. 44, 179)

(P. 46)

(P. 44)

(P. 44)

(P. 45)

(P. 46)

(P. 45)

(P. 46)

(P. 45)

(P. 111)

(P. 44)(P. 46)

(P. 44, 180)

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The instrument panel has manyindicators to give you importantinformation about your vehicle. The engine can be severely damaged

if this indicator flashes or stays onwhen the engine is running. Formore information, see page .

If this indicator comes on when theengine is running, the battery is notbeing charged. For more information,see page .

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to ON (II). If it comeson at any other time, it indicates aproblem in the Integrated MotorAssist (IMA) system. Have thevehicle checked by the dealer assoon as possible.

(Manual Transmission)

See pages and .

See page .(Automatic Transmission)

See page .

This indicator comes on when youturn the ignition switch to ON (II). Itreminds you and your passenger tofasten your seat belts. A beeper alsosounds if you have not fastened yourseat belt.

If you continue driving withoutfastening your seat belt, the beepersounds and the indicator flashesagain at regular intervals.

If you turn the ignition switch to ON(II) before fastening your seat belt,the beeper sounds and the indicatorflashes. If you do not fasten yourseat belt before the beeper stops, theindicator stops flashing but remainson.

This indicator comes on when youturn the ignition switch to ON (II). Ifit comes on at any other time, itindicates a potential problem withyour front airbags or automatic seatbelt tensioners. For moreinformation, see page .

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Seat Belt ReminderIndicator

Supplemental RestraintSystem Indicator

Low Oil PressureIndicator

Charging SystemIndicator

IMA System Indicator

Shift Up/Shift Down Indicators

Auto Idle Stop Indicator

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This indicator has two functions:

If it remains lit after you fullyrelease the parking brake whilethe engine is running, or if itcomes on while driving, therecould be a problem with the brakesystem. For more information, seepage .

See page .

It comes on when you turn theignition switch to ON (II). It is areminder to check the parkingbrake. Driving with the parkingbrake not fully released candamage the brakes and tires.

The left or right turn signal indicatorblinks when you signal a lane changeor turn. If the indicator does notblink or blinks rapidly, it usuallymeans one of the turn signal bulbs isburned out (see page ). Replacethe bulb as soon as possible, sinceother drivers cannot see that you aresignaling.

When you press the hazard warningbutton, both turn signal indicatorsblink. All turn signals on the outsideof the vehicle should flash.

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to ON (II), and whenthe ignition switch is turned toSTART (III). If it comes on at anyother time, there is a problem withthe ABS. If this happens, have yourvehicle checked at a dealer. Withthis indicator on, your vehicle stillhas normal braking ability but noanti-lock function. For moreinformation, see page .

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Malfunction IndicatorLamp

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This indicator also blinks severaltimes when you turn the ignitionswitch from ON (II) to ACCESSORY(I) or LOCK (0).

This indicator comes on if eitherdoor or the hatch is not closedtightly.

This indicator comes on as areminder that you must refuel soon.

This indicator normally comes onwhen you turn the ignition switch toON (II) and goes off after the enginestarts. If it comes on at any othertime, there is a problem in theelectric power steering system. Ifthis happens, stop the vehicle in asafe place, and turn off the engine.Reset the system by restarting theengine, and watch the EPS indicator.If it does not go off, or comes backon again while driving, take thevehicle to your dealer to have itchecked. With the indicator on, theEPS is turned off, making the vehicleharder to steer.

This indicator comes on with thehigh beam headlights. For moreinformation, see page .

This indicator comes on for a fewseconds when you turn the ignitionswitch to ON (II). It will then go offif you have inserted a properly-codedignition key. If it is not a properly-coded key, the indicator will blink,and the engine will not start (seepage ).

On Canadian models, this indicatorcomes on with reduced brightnesswhen the Daytime Running Lights(DRL) are on (see page ).

This indicator comes on when youturn the ignition switch to ON (II)with the headlight switch off and theparking brake set. It should go off ifyou turn on the headlights or releasethe parking brake. If it comes on atany other time, it means there is aproblem with the DRL. There mayalso be a problem with the highbeam headlights.

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Door and Hatch OpenIndicator

Low Fuel Indicator

Electric Power Steering(EPS) Indicator

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This indicator reminds you that it istime to take your vehicle in forscheduled maintenance.Refer to the maintenance schedulefor normal and severe drivingconditions on pages and .

When the distance driven since thelast scheduled maintenance reaches6,000 miles (9,600 km), the indicatorstarts blinking. If you exceed 7,500miles (12,000 km), the indicatorstays on.

Your dealer will reset this indicatorafter completing the scheduledmaintenance. If this maintenance isdone by someone other than yourdealer, reset the indicator as follows.

Turn off the engine.

Press and hold the TRIP button inthe instrument panel, then turnthe ignition switch to ON (II).

Hold the button for about 10seconds until the indicator goesoff.

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CURRENT FUEL MILEAGE DISPLAY

DISPLAY CHANGE BUTTON

TRIP BUTTON

IMA CHARGE/ASSIST GAUGE

FUEL MILEAGE DISPLAY


BATTERY LEVELGAUGE

TEMPERATUREGAUGE

SPEEDOMETER

TRIP METER/ODOMETER

FUEL GAUGE

TACHOMETER

This shows how much fuel you have.It may show slightly more or lessthan the actual amount.

This shows the temperature of theengine’s coolant. During normaloperation, the reading should be inthe middle of the gauge. In severedriving conditions, the reading mayreach near the red mark. If itreaches the red mark, pull safely tothe side of the road. Turn to page

for instructions and precautionson checking the engine’s coolingsystem.

The odometer shows the totaldistance your vehicle has beendriven. It measures miles in U.S.models and kilometers in Canadianmodels. It is illegal under U.S.federal law and Canadian provincialregulations to disconnect, reset, oralter the odometer with the intent tochange the number of miles orkilometers indicated.

Push the Display Change button toswitch the speedometer, trip meter,and odometer reading between milesper hour and kilometers per hour.

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Avoid driving with an extremely lowf uel level. Running out of f uel couldcause the engine to misf ire, damagingthe catalytic converter.

This display shows the current, orinstantaneous fuel mileage you aregetting. (U.S.: miles per hour andmpg, Canada: kilometer per hourand l/100 km)

You can turn off this display at anytime. See page .

The trip meters show the number ofmiles or kilometers driven since youlast reset them.

There are two trip meters: Trip Aand Trip B. Each trip meter worksindependently, so you can keep trackof two different distances. To changethe display to show Trip A, Trip B, orthe odometer, press the Trip buttonrepeatedly.

To reset a trip meter, display it, thenpress and hold the Trip button untilthe numbers reset to 0.0.

When you reset a trip meter, theaverage fuel mileage for that tripmeter also resets.

When a trip meter is displayed, theaverage fuel mileage you have beengetting during that trip is shown inthe Fuel Mileage display. Thisnumber is updated once per minute.

This display can be turned off at anytime. See page .

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CURRENT FUEL MILEAGE TRIP MILEAGE (TRIP A)

TRIP BUTTON

Press the FCD select button todisplay the distance and average fuelmileage for a segment of a trip. TheSegment Display indicator will comeon to remind you that this is thesegment distance and fuel mileagedisplay.

To reset the display, press and holdthe FCD Select button until thedisplay resets to zero and dashes.The system then begins displayingthe distance and average fuelmileage from that point. The displayis updated once per minute.

To switch between the segmentdisplay and the Trip Meter/Odometer display, press and releasethe FCD Select button.

When the odometer is displayed, theFuel Mileage display shows thelifetime fuel mileage. This is theaverage fuel mileage your vehiclehas gotten since the last time thedisplay was reset.

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LIFETIME FUEL MILEAGE

FUEL CONSUMPTION DISPLAY (FCD)SELECT BUTTON

SEGMENTDISPLAYINDICATOR

To reset this display, turn theignition switch to ON (II), thetransmission is in neutral or Park(CVT), and the parking brake is set.Use the Trip button to display theodometer. Then press and hold theTrip button until the Lifetime FuelMileage Display begins to blink(approximately five seconds).Release the Trip button, then press itagain while the display is blinkingand hold it until the display clears todashes.

You can temporarily turn off theCurrent Fuel Mileage and FuelMileage displays.

To turn them off:

Turn the ignition switch to ON (II),the transmission is in neutral orPark (CVT), and the parkingbrake is set.

Use the Trip button to select TripA, Trip B, or the odometer.

Press and hold the FCD Selectbutton for approximately threeseconds. The Current FuelMileage display will turn off.

Press and hold the FCD Selectbutton again. The Fuel Mileagedisplay for the meter you aredisplaying (Trip A, Trip B, orodometer) will turn off.

Use the Trip button to selectanother mileage display.

To turn off the other trip meters,select the meter with the Tripbutton, and hold the FCD selectbutton.

Although the displays are turned off,the average fuel mileages continueto be calculated. The displays willturn back on when you press andhold the FCD Select button again.

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This gauge shows you the state ofcharge of the battery for theIntegrated Motor Assist (IMA). Thisbattery is recharged by the engine,and discharged by the IMA when itis assisting the engine with poweringthe vehicle.

The gauge reading may drop nearthe bottom under driving conditionsthat require assist for a long time,such as prolonged acceleration orclimbing a long hill. The engine willrecharge the battery as you continuedriving.

If the battery is mostly discharged,the Auto Idle Stop function isdisabled (see pages and ).

This gauge shows the status of theIntegrated Motor Assist (IMA). Ifthe indicator is on the left side of thegauge, the IMA battery is beingcharged. If the indicator is on theright side of the gauge, the IMA isassisting the engine.

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WINDSHIELDWIPERS/WASHERS

HORN

ECON BUTTON

POWER WINDOW SWITCHES

HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS DRIVING MODE BUTTONS(CVT model only)

REAR WINDOWDEFOGGER

MIRROR CONTROLS

AUDIO SYSTEM

HAZARD WARNING BUTTON(P. 67) (P. 68)

(P. 55)

(P. 75)

(P. 57)

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MISTOFFINT IntermittentLO Low speedHI High speedWindshield Washers

Push the right lever up or down toselect a position.

The wipers are not activated.

The wipers run at low speed.

The wipers run at high speed.

The wipers run at highspeed until you release the lever.

The wipers operate everyfew seconds. In low speed and highspeed, the wipers run continuously.

Pull thewiper control lever toward you andhold it. The washers spray until yourelease the lever. The wipers run atlow speed, then complete one moresweep after you release the lever.

Rotate the switch clockwise toturn the rear window wiper ON.Hold past ON to turn the windowwiper on and the window washerto spray.OFFRotate the switchcounterclockwise to spray thewindow washer without activatingthe wiper.

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Push down on theleft lever to signal a left turn and upto signal a right turn. To signal a lanechange, push lightly on the lever andhold it. The lever will return tocenter when you release it orcomplete a turn.

Push the leverforward until you hear a click to turnon the high beams. The blue highbeam indicator will come on (seepage ). Pull the lever back toreturn to the low beams.

The headlights revert to normaloperation when you turn them onwith the switch.

With the headlight switch off, thehigh beam headlights come on withreduced brightness when you turnthe ignition switch to ON (II) andrelease the parking brake. Theyremain on until you turn the ignitionswitch off, even if you set theparking brake.

To flash the high beams, pull thelever back lightly, then release it.The high beams will stay on as longas you hold the lever back.

Turn SignalOFFParking and interior lightsHeadlights onHigh BeamsFlash high beams

Turning theswitch to the position turns onthe parking lights, taillights,instrument panel lights, side-markerlights, and rear license plate lights.Turning the switch to the

position turns on theheadlights. If you leave the lights onwith the key removed from theignition switch, you will hear areminder tone when you open thedriver’s door.

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The buttons in the lower left cornerof the instrument panel adjust thebrightness of the display in six steps.Push the or button five timesto see the full range.

The display dims when the parkinglights or headlights are turned on.Adjust the brightness to the desiredlevel with the headlight switch off,and also with the headlight switch on.Both settings will remain at thoselevels until you change them.

With the headlight switch on, youcan switch the display to full daytimebrightness by pushing and holdingthe button. Push the button toreturn the display to the originalbrightness.

Push the button to the right of thecenter vents to turn on the hazardwarning lights (four-way flashers).This causes all four outside turnsignals and both indicators in theinstrument panel to flash. Use thehazard warning lights if you need topark in a dangerous area near heavytraffic, or if your vehicle is disabled.

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The rear window defogger will clearfog, frost, and thin ice from thewindow. Push the defogger button toturn it on and off. The indicator inthe button comes on to show thedefogger is on. If you do not turn itoff, the defogger will shut itself offafter about 25 minutes. It also shutsoff when you turn off the ignitionswitch. You have to turn it on againwhen you restart the vehicle.

The rear window defogger turns onautomatically when you turn theignition switch to ON (II) if theoutside temperature is below 32°F (0°C), or if the engine is at ambienttemperature. The indicator in thebutton does not light.

It will also turn off automaticallyafter 25 minutes.

Make sure the rear window is clearand you have good visibility beforestarting to drive.

The defogger wires on the inside ofthe rear window can be accidentallydamaged. When cleaning the glass,always wipe side to side.

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The master key fits all the locks onyour vehicle.

The valet key works only in theignition and the door locks. You cankeep the glove box and the hatchlocked when you leave your vehicleand the valet key at a parking facility.

You should have received a keynumber tag with your keys. You willneed this key number if you everhave to get a lost key replaced. Useonly Honda-approved key blanks.

These keys contain electroniccircuits that are activated by theimmobilizer system. They will notwork to start the engine if thecircuits are damaged.

Protect the keys from directsunlight, high temperature, andhigh humidity.

Do not drop the keys or set heavyobjects on them.

Keep the keys away from liquids.If they get wet, dry themimmediately with a soft cloth.

The keys do not contain batteries.Do not try to take them apart.

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KEYNUMBERTAG

VALETKEY(GREY)

MASTERKEYS(BLACK)

When you turn the ignition switch toON (II), the immobilizer systemindicator should come on for a fewseconds, then go out. If the indicatorstarts to blink, it means the systemdoes not recognize the coding of thekey. Turn the ignition switch toLOCK (0), remove the key, reinsertit, and turn the switch to ON (II)again.

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

If the system repeatedly does notrecognize the coding of your key,contact your dealer.

Do not attempt to alter this systemor add other devices to it. Electricalproblems could result that may makeyour vehicle undriveable.

The immobilizer system protectsyour vehicle from theft. If animproperly-coded key (or otherdevice) is used, the engine’s fuelsystem is disabled.

If you have lost your key and cannotstart the engine, contact your dealer.

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 cause harmful interference, and(2) this device must accept anyinterference received, includinginterference that may cause undesiredoperation.

Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’sauthority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with IndustryCanada Standard RSS-210.Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) this device may not causeinterference, and (2) this device mustaccept any interference that may causeundesired operation of the device.

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The ignition switch has fourpositions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY(I), ON (II), and START (III).

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 turn the key.

You can insert orremove the key only in this position.To turn the key, push it in slightly. Ifyour vehicle has an automatictransmission, the shift lever mustalso be in park.

You canoperate the audio system and theaccessory power socket in thisposition.

This is the normal keyposition when driving. Several of theindicators on the instrument panelcome on as a test when you turn theignition switch from ACCESSORY(I) to ON (II).

Use this positiononly to start the engine. The switchreturns to ON (II) when you let go ofthe key.

You will hear a reminder beeper ifyou leave the key in the ignitionswitch in the LOCK (0) orACCESSORY (I) position and openthe driver’s door. Remove the key toturn off the beeper.

If your vehicle has an automatictransmission, the shift lever must bein Park before you can remove thekey from the ignition switch.

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LOCK (0)

ACCESSORY (I)

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Removing the key from theignition switch while drivinglocks the steering. This cancause you to lose control of thevehicle.

Remove the key from theignition switch only whenparked.

The doors can also be locked andunlocked from the outside with thekey.

Each door has a lock tab next to theinside door handle. Push the tab in tolock the door, and pull it out tounlock.

To lock the passenger’s door whengetting out of the vehicle, push thelock tab in and close the door. Tolock the driver’s door, pull the doorhandle and push the lock tab in.Release the handle, then close thedoor.

The master door lock switch allowscontrol of all door and hatch locksfrom the driver’s door. Push theswitch down to lock both doors andthe hatch, and up to unlock them.

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MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH

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If you need to use this procedure toopen the hatch, your vehicle may bedeveloping a problem. Have thevehicle checked by your dealer.

If an unlocked hatch does not open,turn the key clockwise past theunlock position. Open the hatch asyou hold the key in that position.

Keep the hatch closed at all timeswhile driving to avoid damaging itand to prevent exhaust gas fromgetting into the interior. See

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To open the hatch, push the leverbehind the hatch’s back edge. Toclose the hatch, push down on theback edge.

Use the master key to lock andunlock the hatch. The valet key doesnot work in this lock.To lock the hatch, turn the keycounterclockwise. To unlock thehatch, turn it clockwise.

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Press this button once tolock both doors and the rear hatch.Some exterior lights will flash. Whenyou push LOCK twice within 5seconds, you will hear a horn toverify that the doors and the rearhatch are locked. You cannot lockthem if either door is not fully closedor the key is in the ignition switch.

Press this button onceto unlock the driver’s door. Someexterior lights will flash twice. Pushit twice to unlock the passenger’sdoor, and rear hatch. If you do notopen either door or the rear hatchwithin 30 seconds, they willautomatically relock.

The interior light (if the interior lightswitch is in the center position) willcome on when you press theUNLOCK button. If you do not openeither door or the rear hatch, thelight will go out in about 30 seconds,and the doors and the rear hatch willautomatically relock. If you relockthe doors and the rear hatch with theremote transmitter before 30seconds have elapsed, the light willgo off immediately.

Avoid dropping or throwing thetransmitter.

Press this button forabout 1 second to attract attention;the horn will sound and the exteriorlights will flash for about 30 seconds.To cancel panic mode, press anyother button on the remotetransmitter, or turn the ignitionswitch to ON (II).

If you lose a transmitter, thereplacement needs to bereprogrammed by your dealer.

Do not immerse the transmitter inany liquid.

Protect the transmitter fromextreme temperature.

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UNLOCKBUTTON

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Battery type: CR2025

If it takes several pushes on thebutton to lock or unlock the doorsand the rear hatch, replace thebattery as soon as possible.

To replace the battery, remove theround cover on the back of thetransmitter by turning itcounterclockwise with a coin. Inserta new battery with the side facingup. Align the mark on the coverwith the mark on thetransmitter. Set the cover in place,and turn it clockwise.

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 cause harmful interference, and(2) this device must accept anyinterference received, includinginterference that may cause undesiredoperation.

Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’sauthority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with IndustryCanada Standard RSS-210.Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) this device may not causeinterference, and (2) this device mustaccept any interference that may causeundesired operation of the device.

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Make all seat adjustments beforeyou start driving.

To adjust the seat forward andbackward, pull up on the lever underthe seat cushion’s front edge. Movethe seat to the desired position andrelease the lever. Try to move theseat to make sure it is locked inposition.

To change the seat-back angle, pushforward the lever next to the seatbolster, on the side of the seat-back.

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Your vehicle’s windows areelectrically-powered. Turn theignition switch to ON (II) to raise orlower either window.

There is a master power windowcontrol panel on the dashboard. Toopen the passenger’s window, pushdown on the switch and hold it downuntil the window reaches the desiredposition. To close the window, pushup on the window switch. Releasethe switch when the window gets tothe position you want.

To open the driver’swindow fully, push the windowswitch firmly down and release it.The window automatically goes allthe way down. To stop the windowfrom going all the way down, pushup on the window switch briefly. Toopen the driver’s window onlypartially, push the window switchdown lightly and hold it. The windowwill stop as soon as you release theswitch.

The AUTO function only works tolower the driver’s window. To raisethe window, you must push thewindow switch up and hold it untilthe window reaches the desiredposition.

The MAIN switch controls power tothe passenger’s window. With thisswitch off, the passenger’s windowcannot be raised or lowered. TheMAIN switch does not affect thedriver’s window. Keep the MAINswitch off when you have a child inthe vehicle so the child does not getinjured by operating the windowunintentionally.

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MAIN SWITCH

DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH

Closing a power window onsomeone’s hands or fingers cancause serious injury.

Make sure your passenger isaway from the window beforeclosing it.

Keep the inside and outside mirrorsclean and adjusted for best visibility.Be sure to adjust the mirrors beforeyou start driving.

The inside mirror has day and nightpositions. The night position reducesglare from headlights behind you.Flip the tab on the bottom edge ofthe mirror to select the day or nightposition.

Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

Move the selector switch to L(driver’s side) or R (passenger’sside).

Push the appropriate edge of theadjustment switch to move themirror right, left, up, or down.

When you finish, move theselector switch to the center (off)position. This turns theadjustment switch off to keep yoursettings.

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ADJUSTMENTSWITCHSELECTOR SWITCH

To apply the parking brake, pull thelever up fully. To release it, pull upslightly, push the button, and lowerthe lever. The parking brakeindicator on the instrument panelshould go out when the parkingbrake is fully released (see page ).45

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PARKING BRAKE LEVER

Driving the vehicle with the parkingbrake applied can damage the rearbrakes and axles.

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BEVERAGE HOLDER

STORAGE BOX

ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET

GLOVE BOX

REAR CENTER POCKET

To open the storage box, pull thestrap.

Open the glove box by pulling thebottom of the handle. Close it with afirm push. Lock or unlock the glovebox with the master key.

To use the accessory power socket,pull up the cover. The ignition switchmust be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON(II).

This socket is intended to supplypower for 12 volt DC accessoriesthat are rated 120 watts or less (10amps).

They will not power an automotivetype cigarette lighter element.

Be careful when you are using thebeverage holders. A spilled liquidthat is very hot can scald you or yourpassenger. Spilled liquids can alsodamage the upholstery, carpeting,and electrical components in theinterior.

Interior Convenience Items

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STRAP GLOVE BOX

An open glove box can causeserious injury to your passengerin a crash, even if thepassenger is wearing the seatbelt.

Always keep the glove boxclosed while driving.

The ceiling light has a three-positionswitch; ON, Door Activated, andOFF. In the Door Activated (center)position, the light comes on whenyou:

The ceiling light also contains twospotlights. Push the button next tothe light to turn it on and off. Youcan use the spotlights at all times.

The cargo area light has a two-position switch. In the OFF (down)position, the light does not come on.In the ON (up) position, the lightcomes on when you open the hatch.

Open either door or the rear hatch.Unlock the doors and the rearhatch with the remote transmitter.

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The heating and air conditioningsystems in your vehicle provide acomfortable driving environment inall weather conditions.

The standard audio system hasmany features. This section de-scribes those features and how touse them.

Your vehicle has an anti-theft audiosystem that requires a code numberto enable it.

...............Vents, Heating, and A/C . 74..............................ECON Button . 75

.To Cool or Heat Automatically . 78............................Playing the Radio . 80

..............................Radio Reception . 83....................................Playing a CD . 85.....................................CD Changer . 87

......................Protecting Your CDs . 87...........CD Player Error Messages . 88

.......CD Changer Error Messages . 89...................Radio Theft Protection . 90

............................Setting the Clock . 91

Air conditioning is standard onvehicles with automatic transmission(CVT) and standard on most manualtransmissions.

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DEFROSTBUTTON

FAN CONTROL BUTTONS

RECIRCULATION BUTTON

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON

DEFROSTBUTTON

RECIRCULATION BUTTON

ECON BUTTON

FAN CONTROL BUTTON

AUTO BUTTON

OFF BUTTON

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON

MODE CONTROLBUTTON

MODE CONTROLBUTTON

TEMPERATURECONTROL DIAL

ECON BUTTON

On vehicles without climate control On vehicles with climate control

On vehicles with automatictransmission (CVT), see page forAutomatic Climate Control andManual Operations information.

You can manually select the fanspeed by pressing the fan controlbutton ( / or ). Thefan speed is shown by bars in thedisplay.

Turning this dial clockwise increasesthe temperature of the airflow.

Switch to recirculation mode whendriving through dusty or smokyconditions, then return to fresh airmode.

This button turns the rear windowdefogger off and on (see page ).

Press the mode control button toselect the vents the air flows from.Some air will flow from thedashboard corner vents in all modes.

Air flows from the centerand corner vents in the dashboard.

The system should be left in FreshAir mode under almost all conditions.Keeping the system in Recirculationmode, can cause the windows to fogup.

If the A/C is on when this button ispressed, the auto idle stop worksonly if the outside temperature isabove 41°F (5°C).

If the cooling provided in ECONmode is not adequate, press the Autobutton (see page ).

When the recirculation indicator ison, air from the vehicle’s interior issent throughout the system again.When the indicator is off, air isbrought in from the outside of thevehicle (fresh air mode).

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

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Temperature Control DialRear Window Defogger Button

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The flow-through ventilation systemdraws in outside air, circulates itthrough the interior, then exhausts itthrough vents near the rear window.

On vehicles with automatictransmission (CVT), make sure thedisplay shows A/C OFF.

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

Select and Fresh Air mode.Set the fan to the desired speed.Adjust the warmth of the air withthe temperature control dial.

Airflow is divided betweenthe vents in the dashboard and thefloor vents.

Airflow is divided betweenthe floor vents and the defrostervents at the base of the windshield.

Air flows from the defrostervents at the base of the windshield.

When mode is selected, theauto idle stop function will notactivate. you can

cool it down more rapidly by partiallyopening the windows, turning on theAUTO, and setting the fan tomaximum speed in Fresh Air mode.

Air conditioning places an extra loadon the engine. Watch the enginecoolant temperature gauge (see page

). If it moves near the red zone,turn off the A/C until the gaugereads normally.

Air flows from the floorvents.

Set the temperature to the lowerlimit.Select and Fresh Air mode.Set the fan to the desired speed.

When you select or ,the system automatically switches toFresh Air mode and turns on theA/C (on climate control model only).

Turn on the ECON mode bypressing the ECON button. Thedisplay shows A/C ON. Press theECON button again to turn theECON mode off.Make sure the temperature is setto maximum cool.Select .If the outside air is humid, selectRecirculation mode. If the outsideair is dry, select Fresh Air mode.Set the fan to the desired speed.

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Air conditioning, as it cools, removesmoisture from the air. When used incombination with the heater, itmakes the interior warm and dry.

This setting is suitable for all drivingconditions whenever the outsidetemperature is above 32°F (0°C).

Select . The systemautomatically switches to FreshAir mode. On vehicles withclimate control, the system alsoturns on the A/C. The A/Cindicator will not come on, if it wasoff to start with.Select .Set the fan and temperaturecontrols to the maximum level.

For your safety, make sure you havea clear view through all the windowsbefore driving.

To remove fog from the inside of thewindows:

Set the fan to the desired speed.Select , the systemautomatically switches to FreshAir mode. On vehicles withclimate control, the system alsoturns on the A/C. The A/C

indicator will not come on, if it wasoff to start with.Adjust the temperature controldial so the airflow feels warm.Select to help clear therear window.

When mode is selected, theauto idle stop function will notactivate.

When you switch to another modefrom , the A/C stays on.Press the ECON button to turn it off.

When you turn off bypressing the button again, thesystem returns to its former settings.

Turn the fan on.Turn on the air conditioning.Select and Fresh Air mode.Adjust the temperature controldial to your preference.

To clear the windows faster, you canclose the dashboard corner vents byrotating the wheel next to them. Thiswill send more warm air to thewindshield defroster vents. Once thewindshield is clear, select the FreshAir mode to avoid fogging thewindows.

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To Remove Exterior Frost or IceFrom the Windows

To Defog and Defrost

To Dehumidify the Interior

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The Automatic Climate Controlsystem can adjust the fan speed andairflow levels to maintain the interiortemperature you select.

Press the Auto button.Set the desired temperature byturning the Temperature Controldial. You will see AUTO in thesystem’s display.

When the system is in fullyautomatic mode, the auto idle stopfunction will not be activated.

The system automatically selects theproper mix of conditioned and/orheated air to raise or lower theinterior temperature to thetemperature you selected.

If you set the temperature to itslower limit or its highest limit, thesystem runs at full cooling or heatingonly. It does not regulate the interiortemperature.

In cold weather, the fan will notcome on automatically until theheater starts to develop warm air.

You can manually select variousfunctions of the automatic climatecontrol system when it is in AUTO.All other features remainautomatically controlled.

Making any manual selection causesthe word AUTO in the display to goout.

To shut off the system completely,turn off the fan and turn thetemperature control dial all the wayto the left.

If you press OFF, the ClimateControl system shuts off completely.

Keep the system completely offfor short periods only.To keep stale air and mustinessfrom collecting, you should havethe fan running at all times.

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The climate control system has twosensors. A sunlight sensor is in thetop of the dashboard, and atemperature sensor is next to thesteering column. Do not cover thesensors or spill any liquid on them.


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SCAN BUTTON

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The ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.Turn the system on by pushing thePWR/VOL knob or the AM/FMbutton. Adjust the volume by turningthe PWR/VOL knob.

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 station is broadcast-ing in stereo. Stereo reproduction onAM is not available.

You can use these five methods tofind radio stations on a selectedband: thepreset buttons, and .

Use the TUNE knob totune the radio to a desired frequency.Turn the knob right to tune to ahigher frequency, or left to tune to a

lower frequency.

The SEEK functionsearches up and down from thecurrent frequency to find a stationwith a strong signal. To activate it,press the or side of thebar, then release it.

Each preset button canstore one frequency on AM, and twofrequencies on FM.

Select the desired band, AM orFM. FM1 and FM2 let you storetwo frequencies with each presetbutton.Use the TUNE, SEEK, or SCANfunction to tune the radio to adesired station.Pick a preset button, and hold ituntil you hear a beep.Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store atotal of six stations on AM andtwelve stations on FM.

The preset frequencies will be lost ifyour vehicle’s battery goes dead, isdisconnected, or the radio fuse isremoved.

The SCAN functionsamples all stations with strongsignals on the selected band. Toactivate it, press the SCAN button,then release it. You will see SCAN inthe display. The system will scan fora station with a strong signal. Whenit finds one, it will stop and play thatstation for about 5 seconds.

If you do nothing, the system willscan for the next strong station andplay it for 5 seconds. When it plays astation you want to listen to, pressthe SCAN button again.

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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 area.

Press the A. SEL button. ‘‘A.SEL’’flashes in the display, and the systemgoes into scan mode for severalseconds. It stores the frequencies ofsix AM, and twelve FM stations inthe preset buttons.

You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed afterpressing a preset button if AutoSelect cannot find a strong stationfor every preset button.

press theA. SEL button. This restores thepresets you originally set.

If you do not like the stations AutoSelect has stored, you can storeother frequencies on the presetbuttons as previously described.

Adjust the Balance, or side-to-side strength of the sound.

Adjust the Fader, or thefront-to-back strength of the sound.

Adjust the Treble in thesound.

Adjust the Bass in the sound.

Turn the knob to adjust the setting.When the level reaches the center,you will see a ‘‘C’’ in the display. Thesystem will return to the audiodisplay in about 5 seconds.

You can use the instrument panelbrightness control buttons to adjustthe illumination of the audio system(see page ). The audio systemilluminates when the parking lightsare on, even if the radio is off.

Press the MODE (TUNE) knobrepeatedly to display the Bass (BAS),Treble (TRE), Fader (FAD), andBalance (BAL) settings.

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The radio can receive the completeAM and FM bands.Those bands cover these frequen-cies:

AM band: 530 to 1,710 kilohertzFM band: 87.7 to 107.9 megahertz

How well the radio receives stationsis dependent on many factors, suchas the distance from the station’stransmitter, nearby large objects,and atmospheric conditions.

Driving very near the transmitter ofa station that is broadcasting on afrequency close to the frequency ofthe station you are listening to canalso affect your radio’s reception.You may temporarily hear bothstations, or hear only the station youare close to.

Radio stations on the AM band areassigned frequencies at least tenkilohertz apart (530, 540, 550).Stations on the FM band areassigned frequencies at least 0.2megahertz apart (87.9, 88.1, 88.3).

Stations must use these exactfrequencies. It is fairly common forstations to round-off the frequency intheir advertising, so your radio coulddisplay a frequency of 100.9 eventhough the announcer may identifythe station as ‘‘FM101.’’

A radio station’s signal gets weakeras you get farther away from itstransmitter. If you are listening to anAM station, you will notice the soundvolume becoming weaker and thestation drifting in and out. If you arelistening to an FM station, you willsee the stereo indicator flickering offand on as the signal weakens.Eventually, the stereo indicator willgo off and the sound will fadecompletely as you get out of range ofthe station’s signal.

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Radio signals, especially on the FMband, are deflected by large objectssuch as buildings and hills. Yourradio then receives both the directsignal from the station’s transmitter,and the deflected signal. This causesthe sound to distort or flutter. This isa main cause of poor radio receptionin city driving.

Radio reception can be affected byatmospheric conditions such asthunderstorms, high humidity, andeven sunspots. You may be able toreceive a distant radio station oneday and not receive it the next daybecause of a change in conditions.

Electrical interference from passingvehicles and stationary sources cancause temporary reception problems.

As required by the FCC:Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’sauthority to operate the equipment.

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REPEAT INDICATOR EJECT BUTTON

RANDOM BUTTONRANDOM INDICATORSEEK/SKIP BAR

CD SLOT

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With the ignition switch in theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position,insert a CD into the CD slot. Thedrive will pull the CD in the rest ofthe way and begin to play it. Thenumber of the track playing is shownin the display. The system willcontinuously play a CD until youchange modes.

Press the eject button ( ) toremove the CD. If you eject the CD,but do not remove it from the slot,the system will automatically reloadthe CD after 15 seconds and put it inpause mode. To begin playing, pressthe CD button.

Each time you press andrelease the side of the skip bar,the player skips forward to thebeginning of the next track. Pressand release the side of the barto skip backward to the beginning ofthe current track. Press it again toskip to the beginning of the previoustrack.

To move rapidly within a track, pressand hold the or side. Youwill see CUE or REW in the display.

Press the AM/FM button to switchto the radio while a CD is playing.Press the CD button to play the CD.

If you turn the system off while a CDis playing, either with the PWR/VOLknob or by turning off the ignitionswitch, the CD will stay in the drive.When you turn the system back on,the CD will begin playing where itleft off.

To continuously replaya track, press and release the RPTbutton. You will see RPT in thedisplay. Press it again to turn it off.

This feature plays thetracks in random order. To activateRandom Play, press and release theRDM button. You will see RDM inthe display. Press it again to returnto normal play.

To Play a CD To Stop Playing a CDSKIP

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Do not use discs with adhesive labels.The label can curl up and cause thedisc to jam in the unit.

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

To clean a CD, use a clean soft cloth.Wipe across the CD from the centerto the outside edge.

A new CD may be rough on theinner and outer edges. The smallplastic pieces causing this roughnesscan flake off and fall on the re-cording surface of the CD, causingskipping or other problems. Removethese pieces by rubbing the innerand outer edges with the side of apencil or pen.

Never try to insert foreign objects inthe CD player or the magazine.

An optional six disc CD changer isavailable for your vehicle. This CDchanger uses the same controls usedfor the in-dash CD player.

Load the desired CDs in themagazine, and load the magazine inthe changer according to theinstructions that came with the unit.

To select the CD changer, press theCD button. The CD and tracknumbers will be displayed. To selecta different CD, use the preset 5(DISC ) or preset 6 (DISC )button. If you select an empty slot inthe magazine, the changer will, afterfinding that slot empty, try to loadthe CD in the next slot.

When using CD-R discs, use onlyhigh quality CDs labeled for audiouse.

CD-RW discs will not work in thisunit.

When recording a CD-R, therecording must be closed for it tobe used by the system.

Play only standard round CDs.Odd-shaped CDs may jam in thedrive or cause other problems.

Handle your CDs properly toprevent damage and skipping.

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Protecting CDsGeneral InformationProtecting Your CDsOperating the Optional CD

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Handle a CD by its edges; nevertouch either surface. Do not placestabilizer rings or labels on the CD.These, along with contaminationfrom fingerprints, liquids, and felt-tippens, can cause the CD to not playproperly, or possibly jam in the drive.

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Cause

If you see an error message in the display while playing a CD, find the causein the following chart. If you cannot clear the error message, take thevehicle to your dealer.

Solution

FOCUS Error

Mechanical Error

High temperature

Press the EJECT button and pull out the CD.Check if it is inserted correctly in the CD player.Make sure the CD is not scratched or damaged.Press the EJECT button and pull out the CD.Check the CD for damage or deformation.If the CD cannot be pulled out, or the errormessage does not disappear after the CD isejected, see your dealer.Will disappear when the temperature returns tonormal.

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If you see an error message in thedisplay while operating the CDchanger, find the cause in the chartto the right. If you cannot clear theerror message, take the vehicle toyour dealer.

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FOCUS Error

No CD in the CDmagazine

Mechanical Error

High temperature

No CD magazine in theCD changer

Press the magazine eject button and pull outthe magazine, check for error message. Insertthe magazine again. If the message does notdisappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out,see your dealer.Insert CD.

Press the magazine eject button and pull it out.Check for error message, and insert themagazine again. If the error message does notdisappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out,see your dealer.Will disappear when the temperature returns tonormal.Insert CD magazine.

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Your vehicle’s audio system willdisable itself if it is disconnectedfrom electrical power for any reason.To make it work again, you mustenter a specific five-digit code in thepreset buttons. Because there arehundreds of number combinationspossible from five-digits, making thesystem work without knowing theexact code is nearly impossible.

If your vehicle’s battery isdisconnected or goes dead, or theradio fuse is removed, the audiosystem will disable itself. If thishappens, you will see ‘‘COdE’’ in thefrequency display the next time youturn on the system. Use the presetbuttons to enter the five-digit code.The code is located on the radio codecard included in your Owner’sManual kit. When it is enteredcorrectly, the radio will start playing.

If you make a mistake entering thecode, do not start over; complete thefive-digit sequence, then enter thecorrect code. You have ten tries toenter the correct code. If you areunsuccessful in ten attempts, youmust then leave the system on for 1hour before trying again.

You will have to store your favoritestations in the preset buttons afterthe system begins working. Youroriginal settings were lost when thepower was disconnected.

If you lose the card, you must obtainthe code number from a dealer. Todo this, you will need the system’sserial number.

You should have received a card thatlists your audio system’s code andserial numbers. It is best to store thiscard in a safe place at home. Inaddition, you should write the audiosystem’s serial number in thisOwner’s Manual.

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If your vehicle’s battery isdisconnected or goes dead, you willneed to set the clock.

Press and hold the CLOCK button,and change the hours by pressingthe H (Preset 4) button until thenumbers advance to the desired time.To change the minutes, press andhold the CLOCK button, and pressthe M (Preset 5 ) button until thenumbers advance to the desired time.

You can quickly set the time to thenearest hour. If the displayed time isbefore the half hour, press and holdthe CLOCK button, and press the R(Preset 6) button to set the clockback to the previous hour. If thedisplayed time is after the half hour,the clock sets forward to thebeginning of the next hour.

1:06 will reset to 1:001:52 will reset to 2:00

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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 properly storeluggage or packages. Theinformation in this section will helpyou. If you plan to add anyaccessories to your vehicle, pleaseread the information in this sectionfirst.

...............................Break-in Period . 94...................Fuel Recommendation . 94

...........Service Station Procedures . 95......................................Refueling . 95

Opening and Closing the.........................................Hood . 96

.....................................Oil Check . 97...............Engine Coolant Check . 98

.................................Fuel Economy . 99..........Improving Fuel Economy . 99

...Accessories and Modifications . 101................................Accessories . 101

...........Modifying Your Vehicle . 102.............................Carrying Cargo . 103

...................................Air Intake . 106

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

Avoid full-throttle starts and rapidacceleration.

Do not change the oil until thescheduled maintenance time.

Avoid hard braking for the first200 miles (300 km).

You should also follow theserecommendations with anoverhauled or exchanged engine, orwhen the brakes are replaced.

Use of gasoline with these additivesmay adversely affect performance,and cause the Malfunction IndicatorLamp on your instrument panel tocome on. If this happens, contactyour dealer for service.

Your vehicle is designed to operateon unleaded gasoline with a pumpoctane number of 86 or higher. Useof a lower octane gasoline can causeoccasional metallic knocking noisesin the engine and will result indecreased engine performance.

In addition, in order to maintain goodperformance, fuel economy, andemissions control, we stronglyrecommend, in areas where it isavailable, the use of gasoline thatdoes NOT contain manganese-basedfuel additives such as MMT.

Some gasoline today is blended withoxygenates such as ethanol orMTBE. Your vehicle is designed tooperate on oxygenated gasolinecontaining up to 10 percent ethanolby volume and up to 15 percentMTBE by volume. Do not usegasoline containing methanol.

If you notice any undesirableoperating symptoms, try anotherservice station or switch to anotherbrand of gasoline.

For further important fuel-relatedinformation, please refer to your

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We recommended using a qualitygasoline containing detergentadditives that help prevent fuelsystem and engine deposits.

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Park with the driver’s side closestto the service station pump.

Open the fuel fill door by pullingon the handle to the left of thedriver’s seat.

Remove the fuel fill cap slowly.You may hear a hissing sound aspressure inside the tank escapes.

Stop filling the tank after the fuelnozzle automatically clicks off. Donot try to ‘‘top off’’ the tank. Leavesome room for the fuel to expandwith temperature changes.

even though the tank is not full,there may be a problem with yourvehicle’s fuel vapor recoverysystem. The system helps keepfuel vapors from going into theatmosphere. Consult your dealer.

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PULL

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Gasoline is highly flammableand explosive. You can beburned or seriously injuredwhen handling fuel.

Stop the engine and keepheat, sparks, and flame away.Handle fuel only outdoors.Wipe up spills immediately.

Screw the fuel fill cap back onuntil it clicks at least three times.If you do not properly tighten thecap, the Malfunction IndicatorLamp may come on (see page

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Push the fuel fill door closed untilit latches.

Park the vehicle, and set theparking brake. Pull the hoodrelease handle located under thelower left corner of the dashboard.The hood will pop up slightly.

Put your fingers under the frontedge of the hood near the center.Slide your hand to your left untilyou feel the hood latch handle.Push this handle up until itreleases the hood. Lift up the hood.

If the hood latch handle movesstiffly, or if you can open the hoodwithout lifting the handle, themechanism should be cleaned andlubricated.

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HOODRELEASEHANDLE LATCH

Wait a few minutes after turning theengine off before you check the oil.

Remove the dipstick (orangehandle).

Wipe off the dipstick with a cleancloth or paper towel.

Insert it all the way back in its hole.

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 .

Pull the support rod out of its clip,and insert the end into thedesignated hole in the hood.

To close the hood, lift it up slightly toremove the support rod from thehole. Put the support rod back intoits holding clip. Lower the hood toabout a foot (30 cm) above thefender, then let it drop. Make sure itis securely latched.

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CLIP

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LOWER MARK

Refer toon page for information

about checking other items on yourvehicle.

Look at the coolant level in theradiator reserve tank. Make sure it isbetween the MAX and MIN lines. Ifit is below the MIN line, see

on page forinformation on adding the propercoolant.

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Always maintain your vehicleaccording to the maintenanceschedule. See

on page.

Drive moderately. Rapidacceleration, abrupt cornering,and hard braking use more fuel.

Always drive in the highest gearpossible.

Try to maintain a constant speed.Every time you slow down andspeed up, your vehicle uses extrafuel.

Shift Up and Shift Down indicators(5-speed manual transmissiononly) on the instrument panelshow when to shift to a higher orlower gear, so you will keep theengine operating in its mosteconomical range.

Wind resistance causes vehicles touse more fuel at higher speeds.Driving at moderate speeds on thehighway also reduces windresistance and conserves fuel.

The current fuel mileage display isavailable to drive appropriately andsave the fuel.

Driving in ECON mode, the A/Coff, and using the Auto Idle Stopfunction is the most effective wayto get the best fuel economy.

Combine several short trips intoone.

an underinflated tirecauses more ‘‘rolling resistance,’’which uses more fuel.

The build-up of snow or mud onyour vehicle’s underside addsweight and rolling resistance.Frequent cleaning helps your fuelmileage and reduces the chance ofcorrosion.

The fuel efficient, low-viscosity0W-20 oil recommended for yourInsight is formulated to help theengine use less fuel. This oil isavailable at your dealer.

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For example,

Fuel Economy

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The air conditioning puts an extraload on the engine which makes ituse more fuel. Use the fresh-airventilation when possible.

If air conditioning is needed, youcan save some fuel by using theA/C in ‘‘ECON’’ mode. When theoutside temperature is above 41°F(5°C), this mode allows the AutoIdle Stop function to shut off theengine when the vehicle is stopped,resulting in fuel savings.

You may notice that using the A/Ccauses a greater drop in fueleconomy. Although the extra fuelused by the A/C load on theengine is no greater than othervehicles, it is more noticeablebecause of your Insight’s excellentfuel mileage.

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Your dealer has Honda accessoriesthat allow you to personalize yourvehicle. These accessories havebeen designed and approved for yourvehicle, and are covered by warranty.

When properly installed, cellularphones, alarms, two-way radios, andlow-powered audio systems shouldnot interfere with your vehicle’scomputer controlled systems, suchas your airbags and anti-lock brakes.

Before installing any accessory:Modifying your vehicle, or installingsome non-Honda accessories, canmake your vehicle unsafe. Beforeyou make any modifications or addany accessories, be sure to read thefollowing information.

Be sure electronic accessories donot overload electrical circuits(see page ) or interfere withproper operation.

Make sure the accessory does notobscure any lights, or interferewith proper vehicle operation orperformance.

Have the installer contact yourdealer for assistance beforeinstalling any electronic accessory.If possible, have your dealerinspect the final installation.

Although non-Honda accessoriesmay fit on your vehicle, they may notmeet factory specifications, andcould adversely affect your vehicle’shandling and stability.

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Improper accessories ormodifications can affect yourvehicle’s handling, stability, andperformance, and cause acrash in which you can be hurtor killed.

Follow all instructions in thisowner’s manual regardingaccessories and modifications.

Some examples are:

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

Lowering your vehicle with anon-Honda suspension kit thatsignificantly reduces groundclearance can allow theundercarriage to hit speed bumpsor other raised objects, whichcould cause the airbags to deploy.

Raising your vehicle with anon-Honda suspension kit canaffect the handling and stability.

Non-Honda wheels, because theyare a universal design, can causeexcessive stress on suspensioncomponents.

If you plan to modify your vehicle,consult your dealer.

Removing parts from your vehicle,or replacing components withnon-Honda components couldseriously affect your vehicle’shandling, stability, and reliability. Modifying your steering wheel or

any other part of your vehicle’ssafety systems could make thesystems ineffective.

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Your vehicle has several convenientstorage areas:

Glove box

Do not store large objects in therear center pocket. The objects inthe pocket will be broken whenyou adjust the seats backwards.

However, carrying too much cargo,or improperly storing it, can affectyour vehicle’s handling, stability,stopping distance, and tires, andmake it unsafe. Before carrying anytype of cargo, be sure to read thefollowing pages.

Rear center pocket

Cargo area

Storage box

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Determine the combined weightof luggage and cargo being loadedon the vehicle. That weight maynot safely exceed the availablecargo and luggage load capacity instep 4.

Steps for determining correct loadlimit:The maximum load for your vehicle

is 400 lbs (185 kg). This figureincludes the total weight of alloccupants, cargo, and accessories.

Locate the statement, ‘‘thecombined weight of occupants andcargo should never exceed 400lbs’’ on your vehicle’s placard.[The placard is on the driver’sdoorjamb.]

Determine the combined weightof the driver and passenger thatwill be riding in your vehicle.

Subtract the combined weight ofthe driver and passenger from 400pounds or 185 kilograms.

The resulting figure equals theavailable amount of cargo andluggage load capacity. Forexample, if the maximum load is400 lbs and there will be two 150 lb.passengers in your vehicle, theamount of available cargo andluggage load capacity is 100 lbs.[400 300 (2 150) = 100 lbs.]

In addition, the total weight of thevehicle, all passengers, accessories,and cargo must not exceed the GrossVehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) orthe Gross Axle Weight Rating(GAWR). Both are on a label on thedriver’s doorjamb.

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Overloading or improperloading can affect handling andstability and cause a crash inwhich you can be hurt or killed.

Follow all load limits and otherloading guidelines in thismanual.

Store or secure all items that couldbe thrown around and hurtsomeone during a crash.

Be sure items placed on the floorbehind the seats cannot roll underthe seats and interfere with thepedals or seat operation.

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

Tie down items that could bethrown about the vehicle during acrash or sudden stop.

Do not stack objects higher thanthe tops of the seat-backs. Theycould block your view and bethrown about the vehicle during acrash or sudden stop.

If you carry large items thatprevent you from closing thehatch, exhaust gas can enter thepassenger area. To avoid thepossibility of

, follow the instructionson page .

The floor of the storage box ismade of a soft plastic material. It isnot strong enough to stand heavygoods on it.Keep the glove box closed while

driving. If it is open, a passengercould injure their knees during acrash or sudden stop.

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Carrying Items in the PassengerCompartment

Carrying Cargo in the Cargo Area

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To secure the cargo, you can use thefour cargo hooks on the cargo area.The illustration shows the location ofeach cargo hook.

The cargo net can be used to helphold down light items in the cargoarea. The cargo net may not preventheavy items from being thrownforward in a crash or a sudden stop.Cargo secured with this net shouldnot exceed 22 lbs (10 kg). Heavyitems should be secured to the cargoarea floor with tie-downs or cinchstraps attached to the cargo hooks.

The air intake for the IMA battery islocated behind the passenger’s seat.Do not block this air intake with anycargo.

Do not spill any liquids over the airintake or put any small foreignobjects in it. This may damage theIMA battery and the power controlunit.

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AIR INTAKE

Cargo Hooks and Cargo Net

This section gives you tips onstarting the engine under variousconditions, and how to operate themanual and automatic transmissions.It also includes importantinformation on parking your vehicle,and the braking system.

........................Preparing to Drive . 108.......................Starting the Engine . 109

...................Manual Transmission . 110Shift Up/Shift Down

...............................Indicators . 111............................Auto Idle Stop . 111

.Automatic Transmission (CVT) . 113Continuously Variable

............Transmission (CVT) . 113Shift Lever Position

...............................Indicators . 113.......................................Shifting . 114

....................Shift Lock Release . 117............................Auto Idle Stop . 118

...........................................Parking . 120.............................Braking System . 121

...............Brake System Design . 121.............Brake Wear Indicators . 121

...............Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) . 122............................ABS Indicator . 122...........................Towing a Trailer . 123

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You should do the following checksand adjustments before you driveyour vehicle.

Make sure all windows, mirrors,and outside lights are clean andunobstructed. Remove frost, snow,or ice.

Check that the hood is fully closed.

Check the seat adjustment (seepage ).

Check the adjustment of theinside and outside mirrors (seepage ).

Make sure the doors and thehatch are securely closed andlocked.

When you start the engine, checkthe gauges and indicators in theinstrument panel (see page ).

Visually check the tires. If a tirelooks low, use a gauge to check itspressure.

Check that any items you may becarrying are stored properly orfastened down securely.

Fasten your seat belt. Check thatyour passengers have fastenedtheir seat belts (see page ).

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Apply the parking brake.

In cold weather, turn off allelectrical accessories to reducethe drain on the battery.

Push the clutch pedal down all theway. START (III) does notfunction unless the clutch pedal ispressed.

If the engine does not start within15 seconds, or starts but stallsright away, repeat step 4 with theaccelerator pedal pressed halfwaydown. If the engine starts, releasepressure on the accelerator pedalso the engine does not race.

If the engine fails to start, pressthe accelerator pedal all the waydown and hold it there whilestarting to clear flooding. If theengine still does not start, returnto step 5.

Without touching the acceleratorpedal, turn the ignition key to theSTART (III) position. Do not holdthe key in START for more than15 seconds at a time. If the enginedoes not start right away, pausefor at least 10 seconds beforetrying again.

Make sure the shift lever is inPark. Press on the brake pedal.

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Immobilizer System

The immobilizer system protects yourvehicle f rom thef t. If an improperly-coded key (or other device) is used, theengine’s f uel system is disabled. See

on page .

The engine is harder to start in coldweather. Also, the thinner air f ound ataltitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400meters) adds to this problem.

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Come to a full stop before you shiftinto Reverse. You can damage thetransmission by trying to shift intoReverse with the vehicle moving.Push down the clutch pedal, andpause for a few seconds beforeshifting into Reverse, or shift intoone of the forward gears for amoment. This stops the gears sothey won’t ‘‘grind.’’

When slowing down, you can getextra braking from the engine byshifting to a lower gear. This extrabraking can help you maintain a safespeed and prevent your brakes fromoverheating while going down asteep hill. Before downshifting,make sure the engine speed will notgo into the tachometer’s red zone inthe lower gear.

The manual transmission is syn-chronized in all forward gears forsmooth operation. It has a lockout soyou cannot shift directly from Fifthto Reverse. When shifting up ordown, make sure you push the clutchpedal down all the way, shift to thenext gear, and let the pedal upgradually. When you are not shifting,do not rest your foot on the clutchpedal. This can cause your clutch towear out faster.

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Rapid slowing or speeding-upcan cause loss of control onslippery surfaces. If you crash,you can be injured.

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The Shift Up or Shift Down indicatorwill come on at the best time to shiftto a higher or lower gear for the bestfuel economy. You can achieve thebest fuel economy by acceleratingand decelerating slowly, and shiftingup when prompted.

To maximize fuel economy, undercertain conditions, the engine willshut off when you come to a stop.Those conditions are:

The A/C is off, or in ECON mode,and the outside temperature isabove 41°F (5°C) (see page ).

The engine coolant is nearly up tonormal operating temperature.

The vehicle’s speed is below 19mph (30 km/h) and you arepressing on the brake pedal tocome to a stop.

You depress the clutch pedal.

You are not pressing on theaccelerator pedal.

The IMA battery is sufficientlycharged (at least 1/3 on thebattery level gauge).

Before downshifting, make sure theengine will not go into thetachometer’s red zone.

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 engine cut in and out. This iscaused by a limiter in the engine’scomputer controls. The engine willrun normally when you reduce theRPM below the red zone.

Road and traffic conditions mayrequire you to shift at times otherthan those indicated.

The Shift Down indicator promptsyou to shift to a lower gear when youare climbing a hill faster than 12 mph(19 km/h), losing speed, andpressing on the accelerator pedal.

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There is adequate vacuum reservefor the power brakes.

The engine will start againautomatically when you shift to firstgear. There is no need to start theengine with the ignition switch.

It is recommended that you shift toNeutral and release the clutch pedalwhile stopped. Sitting with the clutchpedal depressed and the shift leverin gear will cause the engine tocontinue running, defeating the fueleconomy benefits of the Auto IdleStop function.

During Auto Idle Stop, the IMAcharge and power brake vacuumreserve is monitored by the system.If either drops below a desired level,and the shift lever is in Neutral, theengine will restart so it can rechargethe IMA battery or replenish thevacuum supply.

Auto Idle Stop is not active.

Auto Idle Stop is active.The clutch pedal is depressed.The transmission is not in gear.

Auto Idle Stop is active.The clutch is not depressed.You cannot restart the engine.You will hear a chime if the door isopen.

When the indicator is off:

When the indicator is on:

When the indicator is blinking:Auto Idle Stop Indicator

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Honda’s Continuously VariableTransmission’s unique designprovides a smooth, constant flow ofpower. It is electronically controlledfor more precise operation andbetter fuel economy.

These indicators on the instrumentpanel show which position the shiftlever is in.

The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for afew seconds when you turn theignition switch to ON (II). If itflashes while driving (in any shiftposition), it indicates a possibleproblem in the transmission.

If the malfunction indicator lampcomes on along with the ‘‘D’’indicator, there is a problem in theautomatic transmission controlsystem. Avoid rapid acceleration, andhave the transmission checked byyour dealer as soon as possible.

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This position mechani-cally locks the transmission. UsePark whenever you are turning off orstarting the engine. To shift out ofPark, you must press on the brakepedal and have your foot off theaccelerator pedal. Press the releasebutton on the side of the shift leverto move it.

You must also press the releasebutton to shift into Park. To avoidtransmission damage, come to acomplete stop before shifting intoPark. The shift lever must be in Parkbefore you can remove the key fromthe ignition switch.

If you have done all of the above andstill cannot move the lever out ofPark, see onpage .

Press the brakepedal and press the release buttonon the side of the shift lever to shiftfrom Park to Reverse. To shift fromReverse to Neutral, come to acomplete stop and then shift.

Use Neutral if youneed to restart a stalled engine or ifit is necessary to stop briefly withthe engine idling. Always shift to thePark position if you need to leave thevehicle for any reason. Press on thebrake pedal when you are movingthe shift lever from Neutral toanother position.

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To shift from:

P to R

R to PN to RD to LN to DD to NL to DR to N

Do this:Press the brake pedal andpress the release button onthe lever.Press the release button onthe lever.

Move the lever.


Shifting

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Use this position fornormal driving. The drive positionhas two modes, Drive (D) andSecond (S). You can select thedesired mode with the two selectbuttons on the steering wheel. The‘‘D’’ indicator remains lit in eithermode.

Use this mode foreveryday driving. The transmissionautomatically adjusts to keep theengine at the best speed for drivingconditions. To help the engine warmup faster, the transmission will selectratios that allow the engine to run athigher speeds when it is cold.

In this mode, thetransmission selects a wider range ofratios to give better acceleration.Use this mode for driving up ordownhill. Along with the ‘‘D’’indicator, the ‘‘S’’ indicator comes onas a reminder.


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－You can switch into and out ofSecond mode with the ignitionswitch ON (II) and the shift lever inD position. If you turn the ignitionswitch to ACCESSORY (I) in Secondmode, the mode is switched to Drive.

The ‘‘S’’ indicator also comes on for afew seconds when you turn theignition switch to ON(II).

To shift to Low, pressthe release button on the side of theshift lever. Use Low to get morepower when climbing, and formaximum engine braking whengoing down steep hills.

For faster acceleration when in D orL, the transmission will automatically‘‘kick down’’ to a lower range ofratios when you push the acceleratorpedal to the floor.

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 engine cut in and out. This iscaused by a limiter in the engine’scomputer controls. The engine willrun normally when you reduce theRPM below the red zone.


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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 the parking brake.

Insert the key in the Shift LockRelease slot.

Push down on the key while youpress the release button on theshift lever and move the shift leverout of Park to Neutral.

Remove the key from the ShiftLock Release slot, then reinstallthe cover. Make sure the notch onthe cover is on the left side. Pressthe brake pedal, and restart theengine.

If you need to use the Shift LockRelease, it means your vehicle isdeveloping a problem. Have thevehicle checked by your dealer.

Make sure the ignition switch is inthe LOCK (0) position.

Put a cloth on the edge of the ShiftLock Release slot cover. Using asmall flat-tipped screwdriver orfinger nail file, carefully pry on theedge of the cover to remove it.

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RELEASE BUTTON

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To maximize fuel economy, yourInsight has an Auto Idle Stopfunction. Under certain conditions,the engine will shut off when youcome to a stop. Those conditions are:

The engine coolant is nearly up tonormal operating temperature.

The shift lever is in D or N.

You are not pressing on theaccelerator pedal.

The IMA battery is sufficientlycharged (at least 1/3 on theBattery Level Gauge).

The A/C is off, or in ECON mode,and the outside temperature isabove 41°F (5°C) (see page ).

There is adequate vacuum reservefor the power brakes.

When these conditions are met, theengine will shut off as you arebraking to a stop and the vehiclespeed goes below 5 mph (8 km/h).

The engine will start again when yourelease the brake pedal. It will alsorestart, even if you are still pressingthe brake pedal, under theseconditions:

You move the shift lever from Dor N to R, L, or P.

You press the accelerator pedal.

You are on an incline, and thevehicle begins rolling.

During Auto Idle Stop, the IMAcharge and power brake vacuumreserve is monitored by the system.If the vacuum reserve drops belowan optimal level, the engine willrestart to replenish the vacuumsupply. If the IMA charge dropsbelow an optimal level and the shiftlever is in Neutral or Park (P), theengine will restart to recharge theIMA battery.

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The indicator blinks as a reminderthat the engine has stopped becauseof the Auto Idle Stop function. Youcannot restart the engine with theignition switch when this indicator isblinking.

If you open the driver’s door whenAuto Stop is active, the indicator willblink and you will hear a chime. Thechime will stop when you close thedoor.

Always turn the ignition switch toLOCK (0) and remove the key if youare getting out of the vehicle.


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Always use the parking brake whenyou park your vehicle. Make surethe parking brake is set firmly oryour vehicle may roll if it is parkedon an incline.

If your vehicle has an automatictransmission, set the parking brakebefore you put the transmission inPark. This keeps the vehicle frommoving and putting pressure on theparking mechanism in thetransmission.

Make sure the windows are closed.

Turn off the lights.

If the vehicle is facing uphill, turnthe front wheels away from thecurb. If you have a manualtransmission, put it in first gear.

Place any packages, valuables, etc.in the storage box or take themwith you.

Lock the doors and the hatch withthe key or the remote transmitter.

If the vehicle is facing downhill,turn the front wheels toward thecurb. If you have a manualtransmission, put it in reverse gear.

Make sure the parking brake isfully released before driving away.Driving with the parking brakepartially set can overheat ordamage the rear brakes.

Never park over dry leaves, tallgrass, or other flammablematerials. The hot three waycatalytic converter could causethese materials to catch on fire.

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Constant application of the brakeswhen going down a long hill buildsup heat and reduces their effective-ness. Use the engine to assist thebrakes by taking your foot off theaccelerator and downshifting to alower gear.

Resting your foot on the pedal keepsthe brakes applied lightly, builds upheat, and reduces their effectiveness.It also keeps your brake lights on allthe time, confusing drivers behindyou.

Your vehicle is equipped with frontdisc brakes. The brakes on the rearwheels are drum. A power assisthelps reduce the effort needed onthe brake pedal. The ABS helps youretain steering control when brakingvery hard.

The hydraulic system that operatesthe brakes has two separate circuits.Each circuit works diagonally acrossthe vehicle (the left-front brake isconnected with the right-rear brake,etc.). If one circuit should develop aproblem, you will still have brakingat two wheels.

If the brake pads need replacing, youwill hear a distinctive, metallicscreeching sound when you applythe brake pedal. If you do not havethe brake pads replaced, they willscreech all the time. It is normal forthe brakes to occasionally squeal orsqueak when you apply them.

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

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Braking System Design

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The anti-lock brake system (ABS)helps prevent the brakes fromlocking up, and helps you retainsteering control by pumping thebrakes rapidly, much faster than aperson can do it.

this defeats the purpose of the ABS.Let the ABS work for you by alwayskeeping firm, steady pressure on thebrake pedal as you steer away fromthe hazard. This is sometimesreferred to as ‘‘stomp and steer.’’

If the ABS indicator comes on, theanti-lock function of the brakingsystem has shut down. The brakesstill work like a conventional system,but without anti-lock. You shouldhave your dealer inspect your vehicleas soon as possible.

You will feel a pulsation in the brakepedal when the ABS activates, andyou may hear some noise. This isnormal: it is the ABS rapidlypumping the brakes. On drypavement, you will need to press onthe brake pedal very hard before theABS activates. However, you mayfeel the ABS activate immediately ifyou are trying to stop on snow or ice.

You should never pump the brake pedal;

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It only helps with thesteering control during braking.

Your vehicle is not designed to tow atrailer, attempting to do so can voidyour warranties.

such as trying to take acorner too fast or making a suddenlane change.

Always steer moderatelywhen you are braking hard. Severeor sharp steering wheel movementcan still cause your vehicle to veerinto oncoming traffic or off the road.

on loose oruneven surfaces, such as gravel orsnow, than a vehicle without anti-lock.

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS), Towing a Trailer

Important Safety RemindersABS does not reduce the time ordistance it takes to stop thevehicle.

Towing a Trailer

ABS will not prevent a skid thatresults from changing directionabruptly,

ABS cannot prevent the loss ofstability.

A vehicle with ABS may require alonger distance to stop

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This section explains why it isimportant to keep your vehicle wellmaintained and how to follow basicmaintenance safety precautions.

This section also includesMaintenance Schedules for normaldriving and severe driving conditions,a Maintenance Record, and instruc-tions for simple maintenance tasksyou may want to take care ofyourself.

If you have the skills and tools to per-form more complex maintenancetasks on your vehicle, you may wantto purchase the Service Manual. Seepage for information on how toobtain a copy, or see your dealer.

......................Maintenance Safety . 126.................Maintenance Schedule . 127

....................Maintenance Record . 131..............................Fluid Locations . 134

........................Adding Engine Oil . 135.......Recommended Engine Oil . 135

..............................Synthetic Oil . 136................Engine Oil Additives . 136

.........Changing the Oil and Filter . 136..............................Engine Coolant . 139

....................Windshield Washers . 141.......................Transmission Fluid . 142

Automatic Transmission.....................................(CVT) . 142

..............Manual Transmission . 143................Brake and Clutch Fluid . 144

.............................................Lights . 146.......................................Seat Belts . 151.....................................Floor Mats . 151

..................Dust and Pollen Filter . 152................................Roof Antenna . 152

..........................Rear Wheel Skirt . 153.................................Wiper Blades . 153

...............................................Tires . 156..................Inflation Guidelines . 156

..........................Tire Inspection . 158

.....................Tire Maintenance . 158.............................Tire Rotation . 159

.........................Replacing Tires . 159Wheels and Tires

........................Specifications . 160..........................Winter Driving . 160

.................................Snow Tires . 161................................Tire Chains . 161

...................Checking the Battery . 162.............................Vehicle Storage . 163

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All service items not detailed in thissection should be performed by acertified technician or other qualifiedmechanic.

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

Donot run the engine unlessinstructed to do so.

Some of the most important safetyprecautions are given here. However,we cannot warn you of everyconceivable hazard that can arise inperforming maintenance. Only youcan decide whether or not youshould perform a given task.

Make sure your vehicle is parkedon level ground, the parking brakeis set, and the engine is off.

To clean parts, use a commerciallyavailable degreaser or partscleaner, not gasoline.

To reduce the possibility of fire orexplosion, keep cigarettes, sparks,and flames away from the batteryand all fuel-related parts.

Wear eye protection andprotective clothing when workingwith the battery or compressed air.

Be sure there isadequate ventilation whenever youoperate the engine.

Let theengine and exhaust system coolbefore touching any parts.

Maintenance Safety

Important Safety Precautions

Injury from moving parts.

Potential Vehicle HazardsCarbon Monoxide poison fromengine exhaust.

Burns from hot parts.

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Failure to properly followmaintenance instructions andprecautions can cause you tobe seriously hurt or killed.

Always follow the proceduresand precautions in this owner’smanual.

Improperly maintaining thisvehicle, or failing to correct aproblem before driving cancause a crash in which you canbe seriously hurt or killed.

Always follow the inspectionand maintenancerecommendations andschedules in this owner’smanual.

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The maintenance schedule assumesyou will use your vehicle as normaltransportation for passengers andtheir possessions. You should alsofollow these recommendations:

Avoid exceeding your vehicle’sload limit. This puts excess stresson the engine, brakes, and manyother vehicle parts. The load limitis shown on the tire informationlabel on the driver’s doorjamb.

Drive your vehicle regularly over adistance of several miles(kilometers).

Always use unleaded gasoline withthe proper octane rating (see page

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Service your vehicle according to thetime and mileage periods on one ofthe Maintenance Schedules on thefollowing pages.

Follow theMaintenance Schedule for SevereConditions if you drive your vehicleMAINLY under one or more of thefollowing conditions.

Driving less than 5 miles (8 km)per trip or, in freezingtemperatures, driving less than 10miles (16 km) per trip.

Driving in extremely hot [over90°F (32°C)] conditions.

Driving on muddy, dusty, or de-iced roads.

If you only OCCASIONALLYdrive under a ‘‘severe’’ condition, youshould follow the MaintenanceSchedule for Normal Conditions.

Follow theMaintenance Schedule for SevereConditions.

Driving in mountainous conditions.

Operate your vehicle onreasonable roads within the legalspeed limit.

Extensive idling or long periods ofstop and go driving.

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Which Schedule to Follow:

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We recommend the use of Hondaparts and fluids whenever you havemaintenance done.

According to state and federalregulations, failure to performmaintenance on the items markedwith will not void your emissionswarranties. However, allmaintenance services should beperformed at the recommended timeor mileage period to ensure long-term reliability.

You should check the followingitems at the specified intervals. Ifyou are unsure of how to performany check, turn to the appropriatepage listed.

U.S. Vehicles:

Lights Check the operation ofthe headlights, parking lights,taillights, high-mount brake light,turn signals, brake lights, andlicense plate light monthly. Seepage .

Tires Check the tire pressuremonthly. Examine the tread forwear and foreign objects. See page

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Brakes Check the fluid levelmonthly. See page .

Automatic transmission (CVT)Check the fluid level monthly. Seepage .

Engine coolant level Check theradiator reserve tank every timeyou fill the fuel tank. See page .

Engine oil level Check everytime you fill the fuel tank. Seepage .97

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Owner’s Maintenance Checks

Maintenance,replacement, or repair ofemissions control devices andsystems may be done by anyautomotive repair establishmentor individual using parts that are‘‘certif ied’’ to EPA standards.

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Check oil and coolant at each fuel stopCheck inflation and condition once a month

Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or every 1 year, whichever comes firstEvery 7,500 miles (12,000 km)

Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or every 1 year, whichever comes first

Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or every 2 years, whichever comes first

Inspect every 105,000 miles (168,000 km), otherwise adjust only if noisy

Every 3 years (independent of mileage)


At 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years, then every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 5 years

See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page .

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Check engine oil and coolantCheck tiresReplace engine oilRotate tires (follow pattern on page 159 )Replace engine oil filterCheck front and rear brake wearCheck parking brake adjustmentInspect the following items:

Tie-rod ends, steering gearbox, and bootsSuspension componentsDriveshaft bootsBrake hoses and lines (including ABS)All fluid levels and condition of fluidsExhaust systemFuel lines and connections

Inspect drive beltsReplace dust and pollen filterReplace air cleaner elementReplace spark plugsInspect valve clearanceReplace manual transmission fluidReplace automatic transmission (CVT) fluidInspect idle speedReplace engine coolantReplace brake fluid

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Check oil and coolant at each fuel stopCheck inflation and condition once a month

Every 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or every 6 months, whichever comes firstEvery 7,500 miles (12,000 km)

Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or every 6 months, whichever comes first

Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or every 1 year, whichever comes first


Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) (Use normal schedule except in dusty conditions)

Inspect every 105,000 miles (168,000 km), otherwise adjust only if noisyEvery 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or every 3 years, whichever comes first

At 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years, then every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 5 yearsEvery 3 years (independent of mileage)

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Check engine oil and coolantCheck tiresReplace engine oil and oil filterRotate tires (follow pattern on page 159 )Check front and rear brake wearInspect the following items:

Tie-rod ends, steering gearbox, and bootsSuspension componentsDriveshaft boots

Check parking brake adjustmentLubricate all hinges, locks, and latchesInspect the following items:

Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)All fluid levels and condition of fluidsExhaust systemFuel lines and connectionsLights and controls/vehicle underbody

Inspect drive beltsReplace dust and pollen filterReplace air cleaner elementReplace spark plugsInspect valve clearanceReplace manual transmission fluidReplace automatic transmission (CVT) fluidInspect idle speedReplace engine coolantReplace brake fluid

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3,750 mi

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Signature or dealer stamp mi/km

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ENGINE OILFILL CAP

WASHER FLUID(Blue cap)

ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK(Orange loop)

BRAKE FLUID(Gray cap)

ENGINECOOLANTRESERVOIR

AUTOMATICTRANSMISSIONFLUID DIPSTICK(CVT)(Yellow loop)

RADIATOR CAP

CLUTCH FLUID(Gray cap)(ManualTransmissiononly)

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Make sure the API Certification Sealsays ‘‘For Gasoline Engines’’.

Install the engine oil fill cap, andtighten it securely. Wait a fewminutes, and recheck the oil level.Do not fill above the upper mark; youcould damage the engine.

Unscrew and remove the engine oilfill cap on top of the valve cover.Pour in the oil slowly and carefully soyou do not spill any. Clean up anyspills immediately. Spilled oil coulddamage components in the enginecompartment.

Oil is a major contributor to yourengine’s performance and longevity.Always use a premium-gradedetergent oil displaying the APICertification Seal. This seal indicatesthe oil is energy conserving and thatit meets the American PetroleumInstitute’s latest requirements. It ishighly recommended that you useHonda Motor Oil in your vehicle foras long as you own it.

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Recommended Engine Oil

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ENGINE OIL FILL CAP

API CERTIFICATION SEAL

The oil viscosity or weight isprovided on the container’s label.A very low-viscosity, fuel-efficient0W-20 oil is the preferred enginelubricant for your Insight. Thisspecial oil is formulated to help yourengine use less fuel. It is available atyour Honda dealer. A 5W-20 oil maybe used if 0W-20 is not available.

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 the proper weight. You mustfollow the oil and filter changeintervals given on the maintenanceschedule.

Your vehicle does not require any oiladditives. Additives may adverselyaffect your engine’s or transmission’sperformance and durability.

Always change the oil and filteraccording to the recommendations inthe maintenance schedule. The oiland filter collect contaminants thatcan damage your engine if they arenot removed regularly.

Changing the oil and filter requiresspecial tools and access fromunderneath the vehicle. The vehicleshould be raised on a service station-type hydraulic lift for this service.Unless you have the knowledge andproper equipment, you should havethis maintenance done by a skilledmechanic.

Run the engine until it reachesnormal operating temperature,then shut it off.

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Ambient Temperature

Open the hood and remove theengine oil fill cap. Remove theblack cover under the engine.

Remove the oil drain bolt andwasher from the bottom of theengine. Drain the oil into anappropriate container.

Do not loosen the smaller boltlocated above the drain bolt.

Install a new oil filter according tothe instructions that come with it.Make sure to clean off any dirtand dust on the connectingsurface of a new oil filter.

Remove the oil filter, and let theremaining oil drain. A specialwrench (available from yourdealer) is required.

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WASHER OIL DRAIN BOLT OIL FILTER

Refill the engine with therecommended oil.

Engine oil change capacity(including filter):

Replace the engine oil fill cap.Start the engine. The oil pressureindicator should go out within 5seconds. If it does not, turn off theengine, and check your work.

Let the engine run for severalminutes, then check the drain boltand oil filter for leaks.

Turn off the engine and let it sitfor several minutes, then checkthe oil level on the dipstick. Ifnecessary, add more oil.

Install the black cover under theengine.

Put a new washer on the drain bolt,then reinstall the drain bolt.Tighten the drain bolt to:

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29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m)

2.6 US qt (2.5 )

Improper disposal of engine oil can beharmf ul to the environment. If youchange your own oil, please dispose ofthe used oil properly. Put it in a sealedcontainer, and take it to a recyclingcenter. Do not discard it in a trash binor dump it on the ground.

Always use Honda All SeasonAntifreeze/Coolant Type 2. Thiscoolant is pre-mixed with 50 percentantifreeze and 50 percent water.Never add straight antifreeze orplain water.

If Honda antifreeze/coolant is notavailable, you may use anothermajor-brand non-silicate coolant as atemporary replacement. Make sure itis a high-quality coolantrecommended for aluminum engines.Continued use of any non-Hondacoolant can result in corrosion,causing the cooling system tomalfunction or fail. Have the coolingsystem flushed and refilled withHonda antifreeze/coolant as soon aspossible.

If the reserve tank is completelyempty, you should also check thecoolant level in the radiator.

If the coolant level in the reservetank is at or below the MIN line, addcoolant to bring it up to between theMIN and MAX lines. Inspect thecooling system for leaks.

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RESERVE TANK

Removing the radiator capwhile the engine is hot cancause the coolant to spray out,seriously scalding you.

Always let the engine andradiator cool down beforeremoving the radiator cap.

When the radiator and engine arecool, relieve any pressure in thecooling system by turning theradiator cap counterclockwise,without pressing down.

Remove the radiator cap bypushing down and turningcounterclockwise.

The coolant level should be up tothe base of the filler neck. Addcoolant if it is low.

Put the radiator cap back on, andtighten it fully.

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 orother additives to your vehicle’scooling system. They may not becompatible with the coolant orengine components.

Pour the coolant slowly and carefullyso you do not spill any. Clean up anyspills immediately; it could damagecomponents in the enginecompartment.

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RADIATOR CAP RESERVE TANK

Check the fluid level in thewindshield washer reservoir at leastmonthly during normal use. Thisreservoir supplies the windshield andrear window washers.

Check the reservoir’s fluid level byremoving the cap and looking at thelevel gauge attached to the cap.

Fill the reservoir with a good-qualitywindshield washer fluid. Thisincreases the cleaning capability andprevents freezing in cold weather.

When you refill the reservoir, cleanthe edges of the windshield wiperblades with windshield washer fluidon a clean cloth. This will help tocondition them.

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LEVEL GAUGE

Do not use engine antif reeze or avinegar/water solution in thewindshield washer reservoir. Antif reezecan damage your vehicle’s paint, whilea vinegar/water solution can damagethe windshield washer pump. Use onlycommercially-available windshieldwasher f luid.

Park the vehicle on level ground.With the A/C off, let the enginerun until the radiator cooling fancycles on and off twice. Then turnoff the engine.

NOTE: For accurate results, wait atleast 60 seconds, and no more than90 seconds, after turning off theengine to check the fluid level.

Remove the dipstick (yellow loop)from the transmission, and wipe itwith a clean cloth.

Insert the dipstick all the way backinto the transmission securely asshown in the illustration.

Remove the dipstick and checkthe fluid level. It should bebetween the upper and lowermarks within the HOT range.

If the level is below the lowermark, add fluid into the filler holeto bring it to the upper mark.

Pour the fluid slowly and carefullyso you do not spill any. Clean upany spills immediately; it coulddamage components in the enginecompartment.

Always use Honda ATF-Z1(Automatic Transmission Fluid). Ifit’s not available, you may use aDEXRON III automatictransmission fluid as a temporaryreplacement. However, continueduse can affect the shift quality. Havethe transmission flushed and refilledwith Honda ATF-Z1 as soon as it isconvenient.

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To thoroughly flush the transmission,the technician should drain and refillit with Honda ATF-Z1, then drive thevehicle for a short distance. Do thisthree times. Then drain and refill thetransmission a final time.

Insert the dipstick all the way backinto the transmission securely asshown in the illustration. If youadded fluid, return to step 1 torecheck the fluid level.

The transmission should be drainedand refilled with new fluid accordingto the time and distance recommen-dations in the maintenance schedule.

If you are not sure how to add fluid,contact your dealer.

Check the fluid level with thetransmission at normal operatingtemperature and the vehicle sittingon the level ground.Remove the black cover under theengine.

Remove the transmission filler bolt,and carefully feel inside the bolt holewith your finger. The fluid levelshould be up to the edge of the bolthole. If it is not, add Honda ManualTransmission Fluid (MTF) until itstarts to run out of the hole. Reinstallthe filler bolt and tighten it securely.

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Correct Level

Always use Honda Heavy DutyBrake Fluid DOT 3. If it is notavailable, you should use only DOT 3or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealedcontainer, as a temporaryreplacement.

Using any non-Honda brake fluid cancause corrosion and decrease the lifeof the system. Have the brakesystem flushed and refilled withHonda Heavy Duty Brake FluidDOT 3 as soon as possible.

Check the fluid level in thereservoirs monthly. There are up totwo reservoirs, depending on themodel. They are:

Brake fluid reservoir (all models)Clutch fluid reservoir(manual transmission only)

Replace the brake fluid according tothe recommendation in themaintenance schedule.

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’’ as atemporary replacement. However,motor oil does not contain the properadditives, and continued use cancause stiffer shifting. Replace assoon as it is convenient.

The transmission should be drainedand refilled with new fluid accordingto the time and distance recommen-dations in the maintenance schedule.

If you are not sure how to check andadd fluid, contact your dealer.

Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is notcompatible with your vehicle’sbraking system and can causeextensive damage.

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The fluid level should be betweenthe MIN and MAX marks on the sideof the reservoir. If it is not, addbrake fluid to bring it up to that level.Use the same fluid specified for thebrake system.

The fluid level should be betweenthe MIN and MAX marks on the sideof the reservoir. If the level is at orbelow the MIN mark, your brakesystem needs attention. Have thebrake system inspected for leaks orworn brake pads.

A low fluid level can indicate a leakin the clutch system. Have thissystem inspected as soon as possible.

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Open the hood.

To change the headlight bulb onthe driver’s side, remove theengine coolant reservoir tank bypulling it out of its holder.

The headlights were properly aimedwhen your vehicle was new. If youregularly carry heavy items in thecargo area, readjustment may berequired. Adjustments should beperformed by your dealer or otherqualified mechanic.

Your vehicle has halogen headlightbulbs. When replacing a bulb, handleit by its steel base and protect theglass from contact with your skin orhard objects. If you touch the glass,clean it with denatured alcohol and aclean cloth.

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Halogen headlight bulbs get very hotwhen lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratchon the glass can cause the bulb tooverheat and shatter.

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Remove the socket from theheadlight assembly by turning itone-quarter turn counterclockwise.

Pull the bulb straight out of itssocket.

Install the new bulb into thesocket.

Unclip the end of the hold-downwire from its slot. Pivot it out ofthe way, and remove the bulb.

Insert the new bulb into the hole,making sure the tabs are in theirslots. Pivot the hold-down wireback in place, and clip the end intothe slot.

Install the rubber seal over theback of the headlight assembly.Make sure it is right side up; it ismarked ‘‘TOP’’.

Push the electrical connector ontothe tabs of the new bulb. Makesure it locks in place.Turn on the headlights to test thenew bulb.

(Driver’s side)Reinstall the engine coolantreserve tank.

Remove the electrical connectorfrom the bulb by squeezing theconnector on both sides to unlockthe tab. Pull the connector straightoff.

Remove the rubber weather sealby pulling on the tab.

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BULB

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HOLD-DOWN WIRE

Install the socket back into theheadlight assembly. Turn itclockwise to lock it in place.

Turn on the lights to make surethe new bulb is working.

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 on the passenger’sside, turn the steering wheel to theleft.

Use a Phillips-head screwdriver toremove the screw from the top ofthe fender.

Pull the inner fender cover back.

Remove the socket from theheadlight assembly by turning itone-quarter turn counterclockwise.

Pull the bulb straight out of itssocket. Push the new bulb straightinto the socket until it bottoms.

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Install the socket back into theheadlight assembly. Turn itclockwise to lock it in place.


Put the inner fender cover in place.Tighten the screw securely.

Open the hatch.

Pull the cover back.

Loosen the nut holding the rearlight assembly.

Remove the two covers. Removethe two screws holding the rearlight assembly. Remove the lightassembly.

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Determine which bulb, brake/taillight, back-up light, side markerlight or turn signal is burned out.Remove the socket for that bulbby turning counterclockwise.

Pull the bulb straight out of itssocket. Push the new bulb straightinto the socket until it bottoms.

Reinstall the socket into the lightassembly by turning it clockwiseuntil it locks.


Reinstall the light assembly andtighten the two screws and nut.

Reinstall the two covers in the rearlight assembly.

Put the cover in place in the cargoarea.

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If your seat belts get dirty, use a softbrush with a mixture of mild soapand warm water to clean them. Donot use bleach, dye, or cleaningsolvents. Let the belts air-dry beforeyou use the vehicle.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 mild soap and warmwater or isopropyl alcohol.

The driver’s floor mat that camewith your vehicle hooks over thefloor mat anchor. This keeps thefloor mat from sliding forward andpossibly interfering with the pedals.

If you remove these floor mats,make sure to re-anchor them whenyou put them back in your vehicle.

If you use a non-Honda floor mat,make sure it fits properly and that itcan be used with the floor matanchor. Do not put additional floormats on top of the anchored mat.

On models equipped

Seat Belts, Floor Mats

Seat Belts Floor Mats

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Before using an automatic car wash,remove the radio antenna so it doesnot get damaged. Remove theantenna by unscrewing it. When youreinstall the antenna, tighten itsecurely.

The dust and pollen filter removespollen and dust from the outside airthe climate control system bringsinto the interior. It should bereplaced according to the time anddistance recommendations in themaintenance schedule.

This filter should be replaced every30,000 miles (48,000 km) undernormal conditions. It should bereplaced every 15,000 miles (24,000km) if you drive primarily in urbanareas that have high concentrationsof soot in the air from industry anddiesel-powered vehicles. Replace itmore often if airflow from theclimate control system becomes lessthan usual. Have the dust and pollenfilter replaced by your dealer.

Roof AntennaDust and Pollen Filter

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If an automatic car wash has tirecleaning brushes, remove the skirtscovering the rear wheels so they willnot be damaged. See page forhow to remove and install the skirts.

Check the condition of the wiperblades at least every six months.Replace them if you find signs ofcracking in the rubber, and areasthat are getting hard, or if they leavestreaks and unwiped areas whenused.

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Although almost all exterior panels onyour Honda are made of hardenedaluminum, they may dent more easilythan steel under some conditions.Exercise care when leaning on or overany part of the body.

Disconnect the blade assemblyfrom the wiper arm by pushing inthe lock tab. Hold the lock tab inwhile you push the blade assemblytoward the base of the arm.

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

To replace a front wiper blade:

Raise the wiper arm off thewindshield.

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BLADEWIPER ARMS

Do not open the hood when the wiperarms are raised, or you will damage thehood and the wiper arms.

Examine the new wiper blades. Ifthey have no plastic or metalreinforcement along the backedge, remove the metalreinforcement strips from the oldwiper blade, and install them inthe slots along the edge of the newblade.

Slide the new wiper blade into theholder until the tabs lock.

Slide the wiper blade assemblyonto the wiper arm. Make sure itlocks in place.

Lower the wiper arm down againstthe windshield.

To replace a rear wiper blade:Raise the wiper arm off thewindshield.

Pull one end of the blade out fromthe holder.

Slide the blade out of the holder.

Slide the new blade into the holder.Make sure it is engaged in the slotalong its full length.

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Insert both ends of the blade intothe holder. Make sure they aresecure.

Slide the wiper blade assemblyonto the wiper arm. Make sure itlocks in place.

Lower the wiper arm.

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

The following pages give moredetailed information on how to takecare of your tires and what to dowhen they need to be replaced.

Keeping the tires properly inflatedprovides the best combination ofhandling, tread life, and ridingcomfort.

Underinflated tires wear unevenly,adversely affect handling and fueleconomy, and are more likely tofail from being overheated.

Overinflated tires can make yourvehicle ride more harshly, aremore prone to damage from roadhazards, and wear unevenly.

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

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Using tires that are excessivelyworn or improperly inflated cancause a crash in which you canbe seriously hurt or killed.

Follow all instructions in thisowner’s manual regarding tireinflation and maintenance.

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/cm ) per month.Remember to check the spare tire atthe same time.

Check the pressure in the tires whenthey are cold. This means the vehiclehas been parked for at least threehours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6km).

If you check the pressure when thetires are hot [driven for several miles(kilometers)], you will see readings 4to 6 psi (30 to 40 kPa, 0.3 to 0.4kgf/cm ) higher than the coldreading. This is normal; do notrelease air to match the coldpressure.

The following chart shows therecommended cold tire pressures formost normal driving conditions.

The compact spare tire pressure is:

For convenience, the recommendedtire sizes and cold air pressures areon a label on the driver’s doorjamb.

For additional technical information,see page .

Add or release air, if needed, tomatch the recommended cold tirepressures on this page.

You should use your own tirepressure gauge whenever you checkyour tire pressures. This will make iteasier for you to tell if a pressureloss is due to a tire problem and notdue to a variation between gauges.

While tubeless tires have someability to self-seal if they arepunctured, you should look closelyfor punctures if a tire starts losingpressure.

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Tire Size Cold Tire Pressurefor Normal DrivingFront:

Rear:

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60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )

38 psi (260 kPa ,2.6 kgf/cm )

35 psi (240 kPa ,2.4 kgf/cm )

P165/65R14 78S

Have your dealer check the tires ifyou feel a consistent vibration whiledriving. A tire should always berebalanced if it is removed from thewheel. When you have new tiresinstalled, make sure they arebalanced. This increases ridingcomfort and tire life. For best results,have the installer perform a dynamicbalance.

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

Every time you check inflation, youshould also examine the tires fordamage, foreign objects, and wear.

You should look for:Bumps or bulges in the tread orside of the tire. Replace the tire ifyou find either of these conditions.

Cuts, splits, or cracks in the sideof the tire. Replace the tire if youcan see fabric or cord.

Excessive tread wear.Your tires have wear indicatorsmolded into the tread. When thetread wears down to that point, youwill see a 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) wideband running across the tread. Thisshows there is less than 1/16 inch(1.6 mm) of tread left on the tire. Atire this worn gives very littletraction on wet roads. You shouldreplace the tire if you can see thetread wear indicator in three or moreplaces around the tire.

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INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS

TREAD WEAR INDICATORS

Improper wheel weights can damageyour vehicle’s aluminum wheels. Useonly Honda wheel weights f orbalancing.

To help increase tire life anddistribute wear more evenly, rotatethe tires every 7,500 miles (12,000km). Move the tires to the positionsshown in the chart each time theyare rotated. If you purchasedirectional tires, rotate only front-to-back.

Replace your tires with radial tires ofthe same size, load range, speedrating, and maximum cold tirepressure rating (as shown on thetire’s sidewall). Mixing radial andbias-ply tires on your vehicle canreduce braking ability, traction, andsteering accuracy. Using tires of adifferent size or construction cancause the ABS to work inconsistently.

It is best to replace all four tires atthe same time. If that is not possibleor necessary, replace the two fronttires or two rear tires as a pair.Replacing just one tire can seriouslyaffect your vehicle’s handling.

If you ever replace a wheel, makesure that the wheel’s specificationsmatch those of the original wheels.Replacement wheels are available atyour dealer.

The ABS works by comparing thespeed of the wheels. When replacingtires, use the same size originallysupplied with the vehicle. Tire sizeand construction can affect wheelspeed and may cause the system towork inconsistently.

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Front Front

(For Non-directionalTires and Wheels)

(For DirectionalTires and Wheels)

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Tires:

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

For the best performance in snowyor icy conditions, you should installsnow tires or tire chains. They maybe required by local laws undercertain conditions.

See page for DOT tire qualitygrading information, and page

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14 x 5 1/2 JJ

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Installing improper tires on yourvehicle can affect handling andstability. This can cause a crashin which you can be seriouslyhurt or killed.

Always use the size and type oftires recommended in thisowner’s manual.

If you mount snow tires on yourvehicle, make sure they are radialtires of the same size and load rangeas original tires. Mount snow tires onall four wheels. The tractionprovided by snow tires on dry roadsmay be lower than your original tires.Check with the tire dealer formaximum speed recommendations.

When installing cables, follow themanufacturer’s instructions, andmount them as tight as you can.Make sure they are not contactingthe brake lines or suspension. Driveslowly with them installed. If youhear them coming into contact withthe body or chassis, stop andinvestigate. Remove them as soon asyou begin driving on cleared roads.

Because your vehicle has limited tireclearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’cable-type traction devices, withrubber chain tensioners on the fronttires. Use traction devices only whenrequired by driving conditions orlocal laws. Make sure they are thecorrect size for your tires. Metal link-type ‘‘chains’’ should not be used.

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Traction devices that are the wrongsize or improperly installed candamage your vehicle’s brake lines,suspension, body, and wheels. Stopdriving if they are hitting any part ofthe vehicle.

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Check the terminals for corrosion (awhite or yellowish powder). Toremove it, cover the terminals with asolution of baking soda and water. Itwill bubble up and turn brown. Whenthis stops, wash it off with plainwater. Dry off the battery with acloth or paper towel. Coat theterminals with grease to help preventfuture corrosion.

If additional battery maintenance isneeded, see your dealer or aqualified technician.

Battery posts,terminals, and related accessoriescontain lead and lead compounds.

If you need to connect the battery toa charger, disconnect both cables toprevent damaging your vehicle’selectrical system. Always disconnectthe negative ( ) cable first, andreconnect it last.

Check the condition of the batterymonthly by looking at the testindicator window. The label on thebattery explains the test indicator’scolors.

Checking the Battery

WARNING:

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TEST INDICATOR WINDOW

The battery gives off explosivehydrogen gas during normaloperation.

A spark or flame can cause thebattery to explode with enoughforce to kill or seriously hurt you.

Wear protective clothing and aface shield, or have a skilledmechanic do the batterymaintenance.

If you need to park your vehicle foran extended period (more than onemonth), there are several things youshould do to prepare it for storage.Proper preparation helps preventdeterioration and makes it easier toget your vehicle back on the road. Ifpossible, store your vehicle indoors.

Fill the fuel tank.

Change the engine oil and filter.

Wash and dry the exteriorcompletely.

Clean the interior. Make sure thecarpeting, floor mats, etc., arecompletely dry.

Leave the parking brake off. Putthe transmission in Reverse(manual) or Park (CVT).

Block the rear wheels.

If the vehicle is to be stored for alonger period, it should besupported on jackstands so thetires are off the ground.

Leave one window open slightly (ifthe vehicle is being storedindoors).

Disconnect the 12 volt battery.

Support the front and rear wiperblade arms with a folded towel orrag so they do not touch thewindshield.

To minimize sticking, apply asilicone spray lubricant to all doorand hatch seals. Also, apply avehicle body wax to the paintedsurfaces that mate with the doorand hatch seals.

If you store your vehicle for 1 year orlonger, have your dealer perform theinspections called for in the 2 years/30,000 miles (48,000 km)maintenance schedule (NormalConditions) as soon as you take itout of storage (see page ). Thereplacements called for in themaintenance schedule are notneeded unless the vehicle hasactually reached that time or mileage.

Cover the vehicle with a‘‘breathable’’ cover, one madefrom a porous material such ascotton. Non-porous materials, suchas plastic sheeting, trap moisture,which can damage the paint.

Reconnect the 12 volt battery anddrive your vehicle every month forabout 30 minutes. This will keepthe IMA battery charged and ingood condition.

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This section covers the morecommon problems that motoristsexperience with their vehicles. Itgives you information about how tosafely evaluate the problem and whatto do to correct it. If the problem hasstranded you on the side of the road,you may be able to get going again.If not, you will also find instructionson getting your vehicle towed.

......................Compact Spare Tire . 166....................Changing a Flat Tire . 167

.............If the Engine Won’t Start . 173Nothing Happens or the

Starter Motor Operates........................Very Slowly . 173

................................Jump Starting . 175..............If the Engine Overheats . 177

.........Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 179..........Charging System Indicator . 180

.......Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 180...............Brake System Indicator . 182

......................Emergency Towing . 183......If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck . 184

..............................................Fuses . 185Checking and Replacing

......................................Fuses . 185..............................Fuse Locations . 188

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Use the compact spare tire as atemporary replacement only. Getyour regular tire repaired or replaced,and put it back on your vehicle assoon as you can.

Check the compact spare tireinflation pressure every time youcheck the other tires. It should beinflated to:

Follow these precautions:

Replace the tire when you can seethe tread wear indicator bars. Thereplacement should be the same sizeand design tire, mounted on thesame wheel. The spare tire is notdesigned to be mounted on a regularwheel, and the spare wheel is notdesigned for mounting a regular tire.

Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).

This tire gives a harsher ride andless traction on some road sur-faces. Use greater caution whiledriving.

Do not mount snow chains on it.

Do not use your compact sparetire on another vehicle unless it isthe same make and model.

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INDICATOR LOCATION MARK

TREAD WEAR INDICATOR BAR

60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )

If you have a flat tire while driving,stop in a safe place to change it.Drive slowly along the shoulder untilyou get to an exit or an area that isfar away from the traffic lanes.

Park the vehicle on firm, level andnon-slippery ground. Put thetransmission in Reverse (5-speedmanual) or Park (CVT). Apply theparking brake.

Open the hatch. Raise the cargoarea floor by lifting up on the backedge.

Remove the storage box from thecargo area well.

Take the tool kit from the sparetire well. Remove the jack (in thejack cover) from the inside of thespare tire.

Unscrew the wing bolt, and takethe spare tire out of its well.

Turn on the hazard warningindicators, and turn the ignitionswitch to LOCK (0). Have yourpassenger get out of the vehiclewhile you change the tire.

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FLOOR BOARD TOOL KIT

STORAGE BOXSPARE TIRE

JACK

The vehicle can easily roll offthe jack, seriously injuringanyone underneath.

Follow the directions forchanging a tire exactly, andnever get under the vehiclewhen it is supported only by thejack.

Rear tire only:Use the end of the extension or aflat-tipped screwdriver to loosenthe two stud fasteners holding therear wheel skirt.

Pull the rear wheel skirtdownward.

Do not catch your clothes orhands on the hooks on the rearfender when you replace thewheel.

Remove the center cap from thewheel with the end of theextension or a flat-tippedscrewdriver.

Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turnwith the wheel nut wrench.

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Place the jack under the jackingpoint nearest the tire you need tochange. It is pointed to by anarrow molded into the undersideof the body. Turn the end bracketclockwise until the top of the jackcontacts the jacking point. Makesure the jacking point tab isresting in the jack notch.

Use the extension and wheelwrench as shown to raise thevehicle until the flat tire is off theground.

Remove the wheel nuts, thenremove the flat tire. Handle thewheel nuts carefully; they may behot from driving. Place the flat tireon the ground with the outsidesurface facing up.

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Before mounting the spare tire,wipe any dirt off the mountingsurface of the wheel and hub witha clean cloth. Wipe the hubcarefully; it may be hot fromdriving.

Put on the spare tire. Put thewheel nuts back on finger-tight,then tighten them in a crisscrosspattern with the wheel nut wrenchuntil the wheel is firmly againstthe hub. Do not try to tightenthem fully.

Lower the vehicle to the groundand remove the jack.

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

Do not catch your clothes orhands on the hooks on the rearfender when you replace thewheel.

To install the rear wheel skirt,place the skirt against the body.Line up the slots on the skirt withthe tabs in the body, then push theskirt upward.

Make sure the wheel skirt isinstalled correctly.

Tighten the two stud fasteners.Align the marks on the studfastener with the marks on thewheel skirt.

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80 lbf·ft (108 N·m , 11 kgf·m)It is not recommended to drive yourvehicle without the wheel skirts.It will af f ect the f uel consumption.

Place the flat tire face down in thespare tire well.

Remove the spacer cone from thewing bolt, turn it over, and put itback on the bolt.

Secure the flat tire by screwingthe wing bolt back into its hole.

Store the jack and tool kit back inthe spare tire well.

Install the storage box in the cargoarea well.

Lower the cargo area floor, thenclose the hatch.

Store the center cap in the sparetire well. Make sure it does not getscratched or damaged.

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Loose items can fly around theinterior in a crash and couldseriously injure the occupants.

Store the wheel, jack, and toolssecurely before driving.

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

You hear nothing, or almostnothing. The engine’s startermotor does not operate at all, oroperates very slowly.

You can hear the starter motoroperating normally, or the startermotor sounds like it is spinningfaster than normal, but the enginedoes not start up and run.

When you turn the ignition switch toSTART (III), you do not hear thenormal noise of the engine trying tostart. You may hear a clicking soundor series of clicks, or nothing at all.Check these things:

Check the transmission interlock.If you have a manual transmission,the clutch pedal must be pushedall the way to the floor or thestarter will not operate. With anautomatic transmission, it must bein Park or Neutral.

Are you using a properly codedkey? An improperly coded key willcause the immobilizer systemindicator in the instrument panelto blink rapidly (see page ).

Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).Turn on the headlights, and checktheir brightness. If the headlightsare very dim or do not come on atall, the battery is discharged. See

on page .

Turn the ignition switch to START(III). If the headlights do not dim,check the condition of the fuses. Ifthe fuses are OK, there isprobably something wrong withthe electrical circuit for theignition switch or starter motor.You will need a qualifiedtechnician to determine theproblem (seeon page ).

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If the headlights dim noticeably orgo out when you try to start theengine, either the battery isdischarged or the connections arecorroded. Check the condition of thebattery and terminal connections(see page ). You can then tryjump starting the vehicle from abooster battery (see page ).

In this case, the starter motor’sspeed sounds normal, or even fasterthan normal, when you turn theignition switch to START (III), butthe engine does not run.

Are you using the proper startingprocedure? Refer to

on page .

If you find nothing wrong, you willneed a qualified technician to findthe problem. See

on page .

Do you have fuel? Check the fuelgauge; the low fuel indicator maynot be working.

There may be an electricalproblem, such as no power to thefuel pump. Check all the fuses(see page ).

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Although this seems like a simpleprocedure, you should take severalprecautions.

You cannot start your vehicle with anautomatic transmission (CVT) bypushing or pulling it.

Open the hood, and check thephysical condition of the battery.In very cold weather, check thecondition of the electrolyte. If itseems slushy or frozen, do not tryjump starting until it thaws.

To jump start your vehicle:

Connect one jumper cable to thepositive ( ) terminal on yourbattery. Connect the other end tothe positive ( ) terminal on thebooster battery.

Put the transmission in Neutral orPark, and set the parking brake.

Turn off all the electrical acces-sories: heater, A/C, climatecontrol, stereo system, lights, etc.

The numbers in the illustration showyou the order to connect the jumpercables.

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BOOSTER BATTERY

A battery can explode if you donot follow the correct procedure,seriously injuring anyonenearby.

Keep all sparks, open flames,and smoking materials awayfrom the battery.

If a battery sits in extreme cold, theelectrolyte inside can f reeze.Attempting to jump start with a f rozenbattery can cause it to rupture.

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

Once the vehicle is running,disconnect the negative cable fromyour vehicle, then from thebooster battery. Disconnect thepositive cable from the vehicle,and then from the booster battery.

Keep the ends of the jumper cablesaway from each other and any metalon the vehicle until everything isdisconnected. Otherwise, you maycause an electrical short.

If the booster battery is in anothervehicle, have an assistant startthat vehicle and run it at a fast idle.

Connect the second jumper cableto the negative ( ) terminal onthe booster battery. Connect theother end to the grounding strapas shown. Do not connect thisjumper cable to any other part ofthe engine.

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The reading on your vehicle’stemperature gauge should stay inthe midrange. If it climbs to the redmark, you should determine thereason (hot day, driving up a steephill, etc.).

If your vehicle overheats, you shouldtake immediate action. The onlyindication may be the temperaturegauge reading reaching the redmark. Or you may see steam orspray coming from under the hood.

If you see steam and/or spraycoming from under the hood, turnoff the engine. Wait until you seeno more signs of steam or spray,then open the hood.

If you do not see steam or spray,leave the engine running andwatch the temperature gauge. Ifthe high heat is due to overloading,the engine should start to cooldown almost immediately. If itdoes, wait until the temperaturegauge reading comes down to themidpoint, then continue driving.

Safely pull to the side of the road.Put the transmission in Neutral orPark, and set the parking brake.Turn off all accessories, and turnon the hazard warning lights.

If the temperature gauge stays atthe red mark, turn off the engine.

Look for any obvious coolant leaks,such as a split radiator hose.Everything is still extremely hot,so use caution. If you find a leak, itmust be repaired before youcontinue driving (see

on page ).

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Steam and spray from anoverheated engine canseriously scald you.

Do not open the hood if steamis coming out.

Driving with the temperature gaugereading at the red mark can causeserious damage to your engine.

If you do not find an obvious leak,check the coolant level in theradiator reserve tank. Add coolantif the level is below the MIN mark.

If there was no coolant in thereserve tank, you may need to addcoolant to the radiator. Let theengine cool down until the readingreaches the middle of thetemperature gauge, or lower,before checking the radiator.

Using gloves or a large heavycloth, turn the radiator capcounterclockwise, without pushingdown, to the first stop. After thepressure releases, push down onthe cap, and turn it until it comesoff.

Start the engine, and set thetemperature control dial tomaximum. Add coolant to theradiator up to the base of the fillerneck. If you do not have theproper coolant mixture available,you can add plain water.Remember to have the coolingsystem drained and refilled withthe proper mixture as soon as youcan.

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

on page ).

If the temperature stays normal,check the coolant level in theradiator reserve tank. If it hasgone down, add coolant to theMAX mark. Put the cap back ontightly.

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Removing the radiator capwhile the engine is hot cancause the coolant to spray out,seriously scalding you.

Always let the engine andradiator cool down beforeremoving the radiator cap.

This indicator should nevercome on when the engine is

running. If it starts flashing or stayson, the oil pressure has dropped verylow or lost pressure. Serious enginedamage is possible and you shouldtake immediate action.

Safely pull off the road, and shutoff the engine. Turn on the hazardwarning indicators.

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 other drivingmaneuvers.

If necessary, add oil to bring thelevel back to the full mark on thedipstick (see page ).

Start the engine, and watch the oilpressure indicator. If it does not goout within 10 seconds, turn off theengine. There is a mechanicalproblem that needs to be repairedbefore you can continue driving(see on page

).

The engine running generates theoil pressure.When the auto idle stop isactivated, the engine is stopped,but the low oil pressure indicatordoes not come on.

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Running the engine with low oilpressure can cause serious mechanicaldamage almost immediately. Turn of fthe engine as soon as you can saf ely getthe vehicle stopped.

If you have recently refueled yourvehicle, the indicator could come onbecause of a loose or missing fuel fillcap. Tighten the cap until it clicks atleast three times. Tightening the capwill not turn the indicator offimmediately; it takes at least threedays of normal driving.

If the indicator remains on, or thefuel cap was not loose or missing,have your vehicle checked by thedealer as soon as possible.

If the indicator comes onwhile driving, it means one

of the engine’s emissions controlsystems may have a problem. Eventhough you may feel no difference inyour vehicle’s performance, it canreduce your fuel economy and causeincreased emissions. Continuedoperation may cause serious damage.

Immediately turn off all electricalaccessories. Try not to use otherelectrically operated controls such asthe power windows. Keep the enginerunning; starting the engine willdischarge the battery rapidly.

If the charging systemindicator comes on brightly

when the engine is running, thebattery is not being charged.

Go to a service station or garagewhere you can get technicalassistance.

This indicator may also come onalong with the ‘‘D’’ indicator.

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If you keep driving with theMalf unction Indicator Lamp on, youcan damage your vehicle’s emissionscontrols and the engine. Those repairsmay not be covered by your vehicle’swarranties.

Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readinesscodes’’ that are part of the on-boarddiagnostics for the emissionssystems. In some states, part of theemissions testing is to make surethese codes are set. If they are notset, the test cannot be completed.

If your 12 volt vehicle’s battery hasbeen disconnected or gone dead,these codes are erased. It takes atleast three days of driving undervarious conditions to set the codesagain.

To check if they are set, turn theignition to ON (II), without startingthe engine. The malfunctionindicator lamp will come on for 20seconds. If it then goes off, thereadiness codes are set. If it blinksfive times, the readiness codes arenot set. If possible, do not take yourvehicle for a state emissions testuntil the readiness codes are set.Refer tofor more information (see page ).202

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Readiness Codes

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The brake systemindicator normallycomes on when you

turn the ignition switch to ON (II)and as a reminder to check theparking brake. It will stay lit if you donot fully release the parking brake.

If the brake system indicator comeson while driving, the brake fluid levelis probably low. Press lightly on thebrake pedal to see if it feels normal.If it does, check the brake fluid levelthe next time you stop at a servicestation (see page ).

If the fluid level is low, take yourvehicle to a dealer, and have thebrake system inspected for leaks orworn brake pads.

However, if the brake pedal does notfeel normal, you should takeimmediate action. A problem in onepart of the system’s dual circuitdesign will still give you braking attwo wheels. You will feel the brakepedal go down much farther beforethe vehicle begins to slow down, andyou will have to press harder on thepedal.

Slow down by shifting to a lowergear, and pull to the side of the roadwhen it is safe. Because of the longdistance needed to stop, it ishazardous to drive the vehicle. Youshould have it towed and repaired assoon as possible (see

on page ).

If you must drive the vehicle a shortdistance in this condition, driveslowly and carefully.

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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 verydangerous.

There are three popular types ofprofessional towing equipment.

The operatorloads your vehicle on the back of atruck.

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

The towtruck uses metal cables with hookson the ends. These hooks go aroundparts of the frame or suspension and

the cables lift that end of the vehicleoff the ground. Your vehicle’s sus-pension and body can be seriouslydamaged.

If your vehicle cannot be transportedby flat-bed, it should be towed bywheel-lift equipment with the frontwheels off the ground. If, due todamage, your vehicle must be towedwith the front wheels on the ground,do the following:

Release the parking brake.Shift the transmission to Neutral.

Release the parking brake.Start the engine.Shift to D, then to N.Turn off the engine.

With the front wheels on the ground,it is best to tow the vehicle no fartherthan 50 miles (80 km), and keep thespeed below 35 mph (55 km/h).

If your vehicle is equipped with afront spoiler, remove it beforetowing so it is not damaged.

5-speed Manual Transmission:

Automatic Transmission (CVT):

Emergency Towing

Flat-bed Equipment

Wheel-lif t Equipment

Sling-type Equipment

This is the best way to trans-port your vehicle.

This isan acceptable way to tow yourvehicle.

This method of towingis unacceptable.

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Trying to lif t or tow your vehicle by thebumpers will cause serious damage.The bumpers are not designed tosupport the vehicle’s weight.

Improper towing preparation willdamage the transmission. Follow theabove procedure exactly. If you cannotshif t the transmission or start theengine (CVT), your vehicle must betransported with the f ront wheels of fthe ground.

If your vehicle gets stuck in sand,mud, or snow, call a towing serviceto pull it out (see page ).

For very short distances, such asfreeing the vehicle, you can use thedetachable towing hook that mountson the anchor in the front bumper.

To use the towing hook:

Remove the towing hook andwheel wrench from the tool box.

Remove the cover from thebumper with the end of theextension.

Screw the towing hook into thehole and tighten it securely byhand.

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The under-hood fuse box is in theengine compartment. To open it,push the tabs as shown.

If something electrical in yourvehicle stops working, the first thingyou should check for is a blown fuse.Determine from the chart on pages

and , or the diagram on thefuse box lid, which fuse or fusescontrol that device. Check thosefuses first, but check all the fusesbefore deciding that a blown fuse isthe cause. Replace any blown fuses,and check if the device works.

Turn the ignition switch to LOCK(0). Make sure the headlights andall other accessories are off.

Remove the cover from the fusebox.

The interior fuse is underneath thedashboard on the driver’s side.Remove the storage pocket byswinging the lid down, pushing up,and pulling it straight out of itshinges.

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INTERIOR TAB UNDER-HOOD

Check the smaller fuses in theunder-hood fuse box and all thefuses in the interior fuse box bypulling out each one with the fusepuller provided in the under-hoodfuse box.

Look for a burned wire inside thefuse. If it is burned, replace it withone of the spare fuses of the samerating or lower.

Check each of the large fuses inthe under-hood fuse box bylooking through the top at the wireinside. Removing these screwsrequires a Phillips-headscrewdriver.

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FUSE

BLOWN

FUSE PULLERBLOWN

If the radio fuse is removed, theaudio system will disable itself. Thenext time you turn on the radio youwill see ‘‘COdE’’ in the frequencydisplay. Use the preset buttons toenter the five-digit code (see page

).

If the replacement fuse of thesame rating blows in a short time,there is probably a seriouselectrical problem with yourvehicle. Leave the blown fuse inthat circuit, and have your vehiclechecked by a qualified mechanic.

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 the other circuits. Makesure you can do without that circuittemporarily (such as the accessorypower socket or radio).

If you replace the blown fuse with aspare fuse that has a lower rating, itmight blow out again. This does notindicate anything wrong. Replace thefuse with one of the correct rating assoon as you can.

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Replacing a f use with one that has ahigher rating greatly increases thechances of damaging the electricalsystem. If you do not have areplacement f use with the proper ratingf or the circuit, install one with a lowerrating.

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10 A15 A20 A7.5 A7.5 A7.5 A15 A20 A7.5 A20 A

SRSFuel Pump, SRSFront WiperFI-ECUTurn LightMeterIG CoilPower Window, PassengerStarter SignalPower Window, Driver

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10 A7.5 A

ACC RadioACC SocketNot usedLAF HeaterSmall LightAir Conditioning, R/CMirrorDaytime Running LightBack Up LightInterior Light

RadioDaytime Running LightDoor LockTailgate LockIMANot usedRear WiperBack Light

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Cooling FanHeater MotorRear DefrosterABS F/SPower SteeringBack Up, ACCPower WindowIMA ECUCondenser FanSpare Fuse

IG1 MainBatteryABS MotorHazardIMAHorn StopFuel PumpLeft HeadlightNot usedRight Headlight

30 A40 A30 A20 A40 A30 A40 A7.5 A20 A

50 A80 A30 A10 A15 A10 A15 A15 A

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The diagrams in this section giveyou the dimensions and capacities ofyour vehicle, and the locations of theidentification numbers. It alsoincludes information you shouldknow about your vehicle’s tires andemissions control systems.

................Identification Numbers . 192................................Specifications . 194

DOT Tire Quality Grading......................(U.S. Vehicles) . 196

Uniform Tire Quality..................................Grading . 196.................................Treadwear . 196

......................................Traction . 196.............................Temperature . 197

.................................Tire Labeling . 198

.......................Emissions Controls . 199.....................The Clean Air Act . 199

Crankcase Emissions Control....................................System . 199

Evaporative Emissions Control....................................System . 199

Onboard Refueling Vapor................................Recovery . 199

...Exhaust Emissions Controls . 200....................PGM-FI System . 200

Ignition Timing Control................................System . 200

Three Way Catalytic...........................Converter . 200

....................Replacement Parts . 200..Three Way Catalytic Converter . 201

..............State Emissions Testing . 202....Testing of Readiness Codes . 202

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Your vehicle has several identifyingnumbers in various places.

The Vehicle Identification Number(VIN) is the 17-digit number yourHonda dealer uses to register yourvehicle for warranty purposes. It isalso necessary for licensing andinsuring your vehicle. The easiestplace to find the VIN is on a platefastened to the top of the dashboard.You can see it by looking throughthe windshield on the driver’s side. Itis also on the Certification labelattached to the driver’s doorjamb,and is stamped on the enginecompartment bulkhead. The VIN isalso provided in bar code on theCertification label.

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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

CERTIFICATION LABEL

The Engine Number is stamped intothe engine block.

The transmission number is on alabel on top of the transmission.

The IMA Motor Number is stampedon the motor housing.

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ENGINE NUMBER

IMA MOTOR NUMBER

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (CVT)NUMBER

TRANSMISSION NUMBER

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Dimensions

Weights

Engine

Capacities

66.7 in (1,695 mm)53.3 in (1,355 mm)94.5 in (2,400 mm)56.5 in (1,435 mm)52.2 in (1,325 mm)

10.6 US gal (40 )155.0 in (3,938 mm)

0.61 US gal (2.3 )

ILZFR5A-1110.3 : 110.8 : 1

60.8 cu-in (995 cm )2.8 x 3.21 in (72 x 81.5 mm)

0.11 US gal (0.4 )

4.8 US qt (4.5 )5.8 US qt (5.5 )3.5 US qt (3.3 )

1.7 US qt (1.6 )1.6 US qt (1.5 )

3.2 US qt (3.0 )2.4 US qt (2.3 )2.6 US qt (2.5 )

LengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack

Gross vehicle weight rating

Type

Bore x StrokeDisplacementCompression ratio

Spark plugs

Fuel tank

Enginecoolant

Engine oil

Manual transmissionfluid

Automatic transmissionfluid (CVT)

Windshield washer reservoir

Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in theengine.Reserve tank capacity:

See the certification label attachedto the driver’s doorjamb.

Water cooled 4-strokeSOHC VTEC in line

3-cylinder gasoline engine

1.06 US gal (4.0 )1.03 US gal (3.9 )

Contact your Honda dealer when replacement is necessary.

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Air Conditioning

Lights

12 Volt Battery

Alignment

Tires

Fuses

HFC-134a (R-134a)17.6 19.4 oz (500 550 g)

SP-10

12 V 60/55 W (HB2)

0.00 in (0.0 mm)0.12 in (3.0 mm)

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P165/65R14 78ST115/70D14 88M

12 V 21 W12 V 5 W

12 V12 V

21/5 W21 W

12 V 18 W

12 V12 V

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12 V

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12 V 27 Ah/5 HR30 Ah/5 HR12 V

Refrigerant typeCharge quantityLubricant type

Headlights (HI/LO)Front turn signal lightsFront parking lightsSide marker lightsRear turn signal lightsBrake/TaillightsBack-up lightsTrunk lightLicense plate lightInterior light

Capacity

Toe-in

Camber

Caster

Size

Pressure

Interior

Under-hood

See page 188 or the fuse labelattached to the inside of the fusebox door under the dashboard.See page 189 or the fuse boxcover.

38 psi (260 kPa , 2.6 kgf/cm )35 psi (240 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm )60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )

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－The tires on your vehicle meet allU.S. Federal Safety Requirements.All tires are also graded fortreadwear, traction, and temperatureperformance according toDepartment of Transportation(DOT) standards. The followingexplains these gradings.

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

All passenger car tires must conformto Federal Safety Requirements inaddition to these grades.

The treadwear grade is a compara-tive rating based on the wear rate ofthe tire when tested under controlledconditions on a specified governmenttest course. For example, a tiregraded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on thegovernment course as a tire graded100. The relative performance oftires depends upon the actual condi-tions of their use, however, and maydepart significantly from the normdue to variations in driving habits,service practices, and differences inroad characteristics and climate.

The traction grades, from highest tolowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Thosegrades represent the tire’s ability tostop on wet pavement as measuredunder controlled conditions onspecified government test surfacesof asphalt and concrete. A tiremarked C may have poor tractionperformance.

Warning: The traction gradeassigned to this tire is based onstraight-ahead braking traction tests,and does not include acceleration,cornering, hydroplaning, or peaktraction characteristics.

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Uniform Tire Quality Grading

Treadwear 200Traction AATemperature A

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－The temperature grades are A (thehighest), B, and C, representing thetire’s resistance to the generation ofheat and its ability to dissipate heatwhen tested under controlledconditions on a specified indoorlaboratory test wheel. Sustained hightemperature can cause the materialof the tire to degenerate and reducetire life, and excessive temperaturecan lead to sudden tire failure. Thegrade C corresponds to a level ofperformance which all passenger cartires must meet under the FederalMotor Vehicle Safety Standard No.109. Grades B and A representhigher levels of performance on thelaboratory test wheel than theminimum required by law.

Warning: The temperature grade forthis tire is established for a tire thatis properly inflated and not over-loaded. Excessive speed, underinfla-tion, or excessive loading, eitherseparately or in combination, cancause heat buildup and possible tirefailure.

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Rim diameter in inches.

Load index (a numerical codeassociated with the maximumload the tire can carry).

Speed symbol (analphabetical code indicatingthe maximum speed rating).

Tire Identification Number (TIN) isa group of numbers and letters thatlook like the following example TIN.

This indicates that the tiremeets all requirements ofthe U.S. Department ofTransportation.

Manufacturer’sidentification mark.

Tire type code.

Date of manufacture.

Whenever tires are replaced, theyshould be replaced with tires of thesame size. The following is anexample of tire size with anexplanation of what each componentmeans.

Tire construction code (Rindicates radial).

Aspect ratio (the tire’s sectionheight as a percentage of itswidth).

Tire width in millimeters.

Vehicle type (P indicatespassenger vehicle).

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The burning of gasoline in yourvehicle’s engine produces several by-products. Some of these are carbonmonoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen(NOx), and hydrocarbons (HC).Gasoline evaporating from the tankalso produces hydrocarbons.Controlling the production of NOx,CO, and HC is important to theenvironment. Under certainconditions of sunlight and climate,NOx and HC react to formphotochemical ‘‘smog.’’ Carbonmonoxide does not contribute tosmog creation, but it is a poisonousgas.

The United States Clean Air Actsets standards for automobileemissions. It also requires thatautomobile manufacturers explain toowners how their emissions controlswork and what to do to maintainthem. This section summarizes howthe emissions controls work.Scheduled maintenance is on page

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In Canada, Honda vehicles complywith the Canadian emissionrequirements, as specified in anagreement with EnvironmentCanada, at the time they aremanufactured.

Your vehicle has a positivecrankcase ventilation system. Thiskeeps gasses that build up in theengine’s crankcase from going intothe atmosphere. The positive

crankcase ventilation valve routesthem from the crankcase back to theintake manifold. They are thendrawn into the engine and burned.

As gasoline evaporates in the fueltank, an evaporative emissionscontrol canister filled with charcoaladsorbs the vapor. It is stored in thiscanister while the engine is off. Afterthe engine is started and warmed up,the vapor is drawn into the engineand burned during driving.

The onboard refueling vaporrecovery (ORVR) system capturesthe fuel vapors during refueling. Thevapors are adsorbed in a canisterfilled with activated carbon. Whiledriving, the fuel vapors are drawninto the engine and burned off.

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The exhaust emissions controlsinclude three systems: PGM-FI,ignition timing control, and threeway catalytic converter. These threesystems work together to control theengine’s combustion and minimizethe amount of HC, CO, and NOx thatcomes out the tailpipe. The exhaustemissions control systems areseparate from the crankcase andevaporative emissions controlsystems.

The PGM-FI system uses sequentialmultiport fuel injection. It has threesubsystems: air intake, enginecontrol, and fuel control. Thepowertrain control module (PCM) inautomatic transmission vehicles orthe engine control module (ECM) inmanual transmission vehicles usesvarious sensors to determine howmuch air is going into the engine. Itthen controls how much fuel to injectunder all operating conditions.

The emissions control systems aredesigned and certified to work to-gether in reducing emissions tolevels that comply with the Clean AirAct. To make sure the emissionsremain low, you should use only newHonda replacement parts or theirequivalent for repairs. Using lowerquality parts may increase theemissions from your vehicle.

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

The three way catalytic converter isin the exhaust system. Throughchemical reactions, it converts HC,CO, and NOx in the engine’s exhaustto carbon dioxide (CO ), nitrogen(N ), and water vapor.

This system constantly adjusts theignition timing, reducing the amountof HC, CO, and NOx produced.

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The three way catalytic convertercontains precious metals that serveas catalysts, promoting chemicalreactions to convert the exhaustgasses without affecting the metals.The catalytic converter is referred toas a three-way catalyst, since it actson HC, CO, and NOx. A replacementunit must be an original Honda partor its equivalent.

The three way catalytic convertermust operate at a high temperaturefor the chemical reactions to takeplace. It can set on fire any com-bustible materials that come near it.Park your vehicle away from highgrass, dry leaves, or other flamma-bles.

A defective three way catalyticconverter contributes to air pollution,and can impair your engine’s per-formance. Follow these guidelines toprotect your vehicle’s three waycatalytic converter.

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

Keep the engine tuned-up.

Have your vehicle diagnosed andrepaired if it is misfiring, back-firing, stalling, or otherwise notrunning properly.

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THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER

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 because of certain ‘‘readinesscodes’’ that must be set in the on-board diagnostics for the emissionssystems. These codes are erasedwhen the battery is disconnected,and set again only after several daysof driving under a variety ofconditions.

If the testing facility determines thatthe readiness codes are not set, youwill be requested to return at a laterdate to complete the test. If you mustget the vehicle retested within thenext two or three days, you cancondition the vehicle for retesting bydoing the following.

Select a nearby highway whereyou can maintain a speed of 50 to60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for atleast 20 minutes in D (CVT) or 5thgear (M/T). When traffic allows,drive for 90 seconds withoutmoving the accelerator pedal.(Vehicle speed may vary slightly;this is okay.) If you cannot do thisfor a continuous 90 seconds, drivefor at least 30 seconds, then repeatit two more times (for a total of 90seconds).

Then drive in city/suburbantraffic for at least 10 minutes.When traffic conditions allow, letthe vehicle coast for severalseconds without using theaccelerator pedal or the brakepedal.

If the testing facility determines thereadiness codes are still not set, seeyour dealer.

Keep the vehicle in Park(automatic transmission) orNeutral (manual transmission).Increase the engine speed to 2,000rpm, and hold it there until thetemperature gauge rises to at least1/4 of the scale (about 3 minutes).

Without touching the acceleratorpedal, start the engine, and let itidle for 20 seconds.

Make sure the ambienttemperature is between 20° and95°F.

Make sure the vehicle has beenparked with the engine off for 8hours or more.

Make sure the gas tank is nearly,but not completely full (around3/4).

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....................Warranty Coverages . 205Reporting Safety Defects

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Honda dealership personnel aretrained professionals. They shouldbe able to answer all your questions.If you encounter a problem that yourdealership does not solve to yoursatisfaction, please discuss it withthe dealership’s management. Theservice manager or general managercan help. Almost all problems aresolved in this way.

If you are dissatisfied with thedecision made by the dealership’smanagement, contact your HondaCustomer Service Office.

U.S. Owners:

Canadian Owners:

In Puerto Rico and the U.S. VirginIslands:

Vehicle Identification Number(see page )Name and address of the dealerwho services your vehicleDate of purchaseMileage on your vehicleYour name, address, and tele-phone numberA detailed description of theproblemName of the dealer who sold thevehicle to you

When you call or write, please giveus this information:

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American Honda Motor Co., Inc.Automobile Customer ServiceMail Stop 500-2N-7A1919 Torrance BoulevardTorrance, California 90501-2746

Tel: (800) 999-1009

Honda Canada Inc.715 Milner AvenueToronto, ONM1B 2K8

Tel: 1-888-9-HONDA-9Fax: Toll-free 1-877-939-0909

Toronto (416) 287-4776

Bella InternationalP.O. Box 190816

San Juan, PR 00919-0816

(787) 250-4327

CUSTOMER RELATIONSRELATIONS AVEC LA CLIENTÈLE

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Your new vehicle is covered by thesewarranties:

covers your new vehicle, except forthe battery, emissions controlsystems, and accessories, againstdefects in materials andworkmanship.

these twowarranties cover your vehicle’semissions control systems. Time,mileage, and coverage areconditional. Please read yourwarranty manual for exactinformation.

a seatbelt that fails to function properly iscovered for the useful life of thevehicle.

all exterior body panels arecovered for rust-through from theinside for the specified time periodwith no mileage limit.

Honda accessories are coveredunder this warranty. Time andmileage limits depend on the type ofaccessory and other factors. Pleaseread your warranty manual fordetails.

covers all Hondareplacement parts against defects inmaterials and workmanship.

provides proratedcoverage for a replacement batterypurchased from your dealer.

providescoverage for as long as the pur-chaser of the muffler owns thevehicle.

this warranty gives upto 100 percent credit toward areplacement battery.

Restrictions and exclusions apply toall these warranties. Please read the2005 Honda Warranty Informationbooklet that came with your vehiclefor precise information on warrantycoverages. Your vehicle’s originaltires are covered by theirmanufacturer. Tire warranty infor-mation is in a separate booklet.

Please refer to the 2005 WarrantyManual that came with your vehicle.

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Emissions Control Systems DefectsWarranty and EmissionsPerformance Warranty

Seat Belt Limited Warranty

Rust Perforation Limited Warranty

Accessory Limited Warranty

Replacement Parts LimitedWarranty

Replacement Battery LimitedWarranty

Replacement Muffler LifetimeLimited Warranty

Original Equipment Battery LimitedWarranty

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BatteryCharging System

...........................Indicator . 44, 180............................Jump Starting . 175

..............................Maintenance . 162............................Specifications . 195

................................Before Driving . 93..................................Belts, Seat . 10, 18

.............................Beverage Holder . 71..................................Booster Seats . 35

Brakes...........Anti-lock System (ABS) . 122

................Break-in, New Linings . 94....................Bulb Replacement . 149

...........................................Fluid . 144.........................................Parking . 69

.................System Indicator . 45, 182........................Wear Indicators . 121

.............................Braking System . 121...................Break-in, New Vehicle . 94

..Brightness Control, Instruments . 57........................Brights, Headlights . 56

Bulb Replacement..........................Back-up Lights . 149

..............................Brake Lights . 149................Front Parking Lights . 147

........Front Side Marker Lights . 148.................................Headlights . 146

............................Specifications . 195....................Turn Signal Lights . 148

..............................Bulbs, Halogen . 146

....................................Accessories . 101ACCESSORY (Ignition Key

.......................................Position) . 61...............Accessory Power Socket . 71

....................Additives, Engine Oil . 136.............................Airbag (SRS) . 11, 21

...Airbags, Additional Information . 21

...Additional Safety Precautions . 24.............................Airbag Service . 23

..How the SRS Indicator Works . 23How Your Front Airbags

.........................................Work . 21........................SRS Components . 21

................Air Conditioning System . 74.....................................Usage . 75, 78

.......................Air Pressure, Tires . 156.........................Normal Driving . 157.........................Alcohol in Gasoline . 94

......................................Antifreeze . 139Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)

...............................Indicator . 45, 122....................................Operation .122

................Anti-theft, Audio System . 90

Anti-theft Steering Column..............................................Lock . 61

..................................Audio System . 80

........................Auto Idle Stop . 111, 118...Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 19

..............Automatic Transmission . 113..........................Capacity, Fluid . 194

...............Checking Fluid Level . 142.......................................Shifting . 114

Shift Lever Position...............................Indicators . 113

................Shift Lever Positions . 114....................Shift Lock Release . 117

Index

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............................Capacities Chart . 194.............Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 38

.............................Carrying Cargo . 103..............CAUTION, Explanation of . ii

...........................................CD Care . 87.............CD Player Error Message . 88

.........CD Changer Error Message . 89.........................................CD Player . 85

....................................Ceiling Light . 72........................Certification Label . 192

.................................Chains, Tires . 161....................Charge/Assist Gauge . 53

................DANGER, Explanation of . ii...................................Dashboard . 4, 42

................Daytime Running Lights . 56Daytime Running Lights

.......................................Indicator . 46.................................Dead Battery . 175

............Defects, Reporting Safety . 206..........................Defog and Defrost . 77

................Defogger, Rear Window . 58

................Defrosting the Windows . 77....................................Dimensions . 194

...............Dimming the Headlights . 56Dipstick

Automatic Transmission.....................................(CVT) . 142

....................................Engine Oil . 97..........................Directional Signals . 56

........Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 121.....................Disposal of Used Oil . 138

..................Display Change Button . 49Doors

..............Locking and Unlocking . 62......................Power Door Locks . 62

..........DOT Tire Quality Grading . 196

....................Changing a Flat Tire . 167Changing Oil

........................................How to . 136......................................When to . 129

...Charging System Indicator . 44, 180............Checklist, Before Driving . 108

.....................................Child Safety . 25..............................Booster Seats . 35

...................................Child Seats . 30.....Important Safety Reminders . 28

..........................................Infants . 26............................Large Children . 34

......................Risks with Airbags . 26.............................Small Children . 29

.........................................Tethers . 33.........Where Should a Child Sit? . 25

Child Seats................Installing a Child Seat . 30

....................Selecting Child Seat . 30..........Tether Anchorage Points . 33

.................................................Clock . 91...................................Clutch Fluid . 145

........................CO in the Exhaust . 199............Cold Weather, Starting in . 109

......................Compact Spare Tire . 166...............Consumer Information . 204

.............Controls, Instruments and . 41Coolant

........................................Adding . 139......................................Checking . 98

.........................Proper Solution . 139...................Temperature Gauge . 49

Crankcase Emissions Control........................................System . 199

.....................................Cup Holders . 71.....................Current Fuel Mileage . 50

.............Customer Service Office . 204

Index

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Downshifting, Manual.............................Transmission . 110

...........Driver and Passenger Safety . 7...........................................Driving . 107

......................................Economy . 99..................Dust and Pollen Filter . 152

...Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 180..................Overheated Engine . 177

.......................................Towing . 183...........................Emergency Brake . 69

......................Emergency Flashers . 57......................Emergency Towing . 183.......................Emissions Controls . 199

.............Emissions Testing, State . 202Engine

....Coolant Temperature Gauge . 49......Engine Speed Limiter . 111, 116

.........................If It Won’t Start . 173Malfunction Indicator

................................Lamp . 45, 180........Oil Pressure Indicator . 44, 179..............Oil, What Kind to Use . 135

...............................Overheating . 177............................Specifications . 194

.......................................Starting . 109........................Ethanol in Gasoline . 94

.Evaporative Emissions Controls . 199...............................Exhaust Fumes . 38

Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat........................................Belts by . 16

.....................................Fan, Interior . 75...........................................Features . 73

......................Filling the Fuel Tank . 95Filter

.........................Dust and Pollen . 152...............................................Oil . 136

.............Flashers, Hazard Warning . 57...................Flat Tire, Changing a . 167

FluidsAutomatic Transmission

.....................................(CVT) . 142..........................................Brake . 144.........................................Clutch . 145

..............Manual Transmission . 143..................Windshield Washer . 141

FM Stereo Radio.....................................Reception . 83

..........................Four-way Flashers . 57............................Front Airbags . 11, 21

...................................................Fuel . 94........................Fill Door and Cap . 95

...........................................Gauge . 49..................Octane Requirement . 94

.................................Oxygenated . 94........................Reserve Indicator . 46

..........................Tank, Filling the . 95.....................Fuses, Checking the . 185

................................Economy, Fuel . 99............Emergencies on the Road . 165.............Battery, Jump Starting . 175...........Brake System Indicator . 182

................Changing a Flat Tire . 167.....Charging System Indicator . 180

..................Checking the Fuses . 185.............Hazard Warning Button . 57

............................Jump Starting . 175.....Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 179

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.................Gas Mileage, Improving . 99...........................................Gasoline . 94

...............Fuel Reserve Indicator . 46...........................................Gauge . 49

..................Octane Requirement . 94..........................Tank, Filling the . 95

..................Gas Station Procedures . 95Gauges

...Engine Coolant Temperature . 49...............................................Fuel . 49

Gearshift Lever PositionsAutomatic Transmission

.....................................(CVT) . 113..............Manual Transmission . 110

........................................Glove Box . 71 ...Identification Number, Vehicle . 192Ignition

..............................................Keys . 59...........................................Switch . 61

............Timing Control System . 200....................IMA System Indicator . 44

.........Important Safety Precautions . 8.........................................Indicators . 44

.......ABS (Anti-lock Brake) . 45, 122

Brake (Parking and Brake............................System) . 45, 182

................Charging System . 44, 180DRL (Daytime Running

......................................Lights) . 46...................................High Beam . 46

...............................................IMA . 44........Key (Immobilizer System) . 46

......................................Low Fuel . 46................Low Oil Pressure . 44, 179

.........................................SRS . 23, 44Turn Signal and Hazard

...................................Warning . 45......................................Infant Seats . 26

...................Inflation, Proper Tire . 156.........................Normal Driving . 157

...................................Inside Mirror . 68.............................Inspection, Tire . 158

............................Instrument Panel . 43........Instrument Panel Brightness . 57

.................................Interior Lights . 72........................................Introduction . i

.............Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 146Hatch

.................................Opening the . 63.............Open Monitor Indicator . 46

.................Hazard Warning Button . 57

Headlights........................................Aiming . 146

.....Daytime Running Lights . 46, 56..................High Beam Indicator . 46

...........................Reminder Tone . 56........Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 146

...................................Turning on . 56.............................................Heating . 76

.............High Altitude, Starting at . 109.................High-Low Beam Switch . 56

.........................Hood, Opening the . 96..................................................Horn . 54

...........................Hydraulic Clutch . 145

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.................Jacking up the Vehicle . 169.......................................Jack, Tire . 167

................................Jump Starting . 175

..................................................Keys . 59

.......................Label, Certification . 192.................Lane Change, Signaling . 56

....................Lap/Shoulder Belt . 14, 18....................Lifetime Fuel Mileage . 51

Lights....................Bulb Replacement . 146

.....................................Indicators . 44.........................................Parking . 56

..................................Turn Signal . 56.....................................Load Limit . 104

......LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 61Locks

.......Anti-theft Steering Column . 61..............................Fuel Fill Door . 95

............................................Hatch . 62.................................Power Door . 62

..........................Low Coolant Level . 98.........................Low Fuel Indicator . 46

...Lower Gear, Downshifting to a . 110...Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 44, 179

...Lubricant Specifications Chart . 194...........Luggage, Storing (Cargo) . 103

..................................Maintenance . 125Owner’s Maintenance

...................................Checks . 128........................................Record . 131

......................Required Indicator . 47..........................................Safety . 126

....................................Schedule . 127.Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 45, 180

...................Manual Transmission . 110...............Checking Fluid Level . 143

................................Shifting the . 110........Manual Transmission Fluid . 143

.........................Meters, Gauges . 43, 48..........................Mirrors, Adjusting . 68

...............Modifying Your Vehicle . 102

...................Neutral Gear Position . 114....................New Vehicle Break-in . 94

..................NOTICE, Explanation of . ii...............Numbers, Identification . 192

.....Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 94.........................................Odometer . 49

...............................Odometer, Trip . 50Oil

........................Change, How to . 136......................Change, When to . 129........................Checking Engine . 97..............Pressure Indicator . 44, 179

Selecting Proper Viscosity......................................Chart . 136

...........ON (Ignition Key Position) . 61Onboard Refueling Vapor

....................................Recovery . 199.........................Opening the Hatch . 63

..............................Outside Mirrors . 68

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....................Overheating, Engine . 177....Owner’s Maintenance Checks . 128

...........................Oxygenated Fuels . 94

...................Radiator Overheating . 177...............Radio/CD Sound System . 80

...........................Readiness Codes . 202..Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 149

............................Rear View Mirror . 68.................Rear Window Defogger . 58

....................Rear Window Washer . 55.......................Rear Window Wiper . 55

...............Reclining the Seat Backs . 66.............................Reminder Lights . 44

.......................Remote Transmitter . 64Replacement Information

..............Dust and Pollen Filter . 152................Engine Oil and Filter . 136

.................................Floor Mats . 151..........................................Fuses . 185

................................Light Bulbs . 146....................................Schedule . 129...................................Seat Belts . 151

...........................................Tires . 159.............................Wiper Blades . 153

Replacing Seat Belts After a............................................Crash . 19

Reserve Tank, Engine.................................Coolant . 98, 139

...............................Restraint, Child . 25..................Reverse Gear Position . 114

................................Roof Antenna . 152

................................Rotation, Tire . 159

................................Safety Belts . 10, 18.........Safety Defects, Reporting . 206

.................................Safety Features . 9.........................................Airbags . 11

.....................................Seat Belts . 10.............Safety Labels, Location of . 39

...............................Safety Messages . ii

..............Panel Brightness Control . 57........................Park Gear Position . 114

...........................................Parking . 120.................................Parking Brake . 69

Parking Brake and Brake.................System Indicator . 45, 182

.................................Parking Lights . 56..Parking Over Things that Burn . 120

............................Playing the Radio . 80....................................Playing a CD . 85

.............................PGM-FI System . 200..................Power Socket Location . 70

..............................Power Windows . 67.........Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 16.........Protecting Adults and Teens . 12

...Additional Safety Precautions . 17.....Advice for Pregnant Women . 16

........................Protecting Children . 25.....................General Guidelines . 25

Using Child Seats with.....................................Tethers . 33

...........Protecting Larger Children . 34.............Protecting Small Children . 29

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...................................Seat Belts . 10, 18...............Additional Information . 18

Automatic Seat Belt...............................Tensioners . 19

.....................................Cleaning . 151......................Lap/Shoulder Belt . 18

................................Maintenance . 19Reminder Indicator and

................................Beeper . 18, 44...................System Components . 18

...............Use During Pregnancy . 16...Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt . 14

........................Seats, Adjusting the . 66...............................Serial Number . 192

...........................Service Intervals . 129

...........................Service Manual . 207...........Service Station Procedures . 95

............................Setting the Clock . 91...Shift Lever Position Indicators . 113

........................Shift Lock Release . 117Side Marker Lights, Bulb

......................Replacement . 148, 149...............................Signaling Turns . 56

.....................................Snow Tires . 161..................................Sound System . 80

Spare Tire......................................Inflating . 166

............................Specifications . 195....................Specifications Charts . 194

.........................................Spotlights . 72..........SRS, Additional Information . 21

...Additional Safety Precautions . 24.............................Airbag Service . 23

How the SRS Indicator.......................................Works . 23

How Your Front Airbags.........................................Work . 21

........................SRS Components . 21.............................SRS Indicator . 23, 44

....START (Ignition Key Position) . 61.......................Starting the Engine . 109

In Cold Weather at High..................................Altitude . 109

................With a Dead Battery . 175..............State Emissions Testing . 202

........Steam Coming from Engine . 177Steering Wheel

.............Anti-theft Column Lock . 61.....................Stereo Sound System . 80

....................Storing Your Vehicle . 163

Supplemental Restraint................................System . 11, 21......................................Servicing . 23

.........................SRS Indicator . 23, 44...................System Components . 21

..................................Synthetic Oil . 136

......Taillights, Changing Bulbs in . 149Taking Care of the

...............................Unexpected . 165Technical Descriptions

......DOT Tire Quality Grading . 196.....Emissions Control Systems . 199

..........State Emissions Testing . 202Three Way Catalytic

...............................Converter . 201.......................Temperature Gauge . 49

..........Temperature, Inside Sensor . 79..............Tether Anchorage Points . 33

..............................Theft Protection . 90..Three Way Catalytic Converter . 201

............................Time, Setting the . 91

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.............WARNING, Explanation of . ii.........Warning Labels, Location of . 39

..................Warranty Coverages . 205Washer, Windshield

........Checking the Fluid Level . 141.....................................Operation . 55

Wheels............Alignment and Balance . 158

..........................Compact Spare . 166......................................Wrench . 169

Windows.......................................Cleaning . 55

..................Operating the Power . 67...........................Rear, Defogger . 58

Windshield.......................................Cleaning . 55.....................................Defroster . 77

.......................................Washers . 55Wipers, Windshield

.......................Changing Blades . 153.....................................Operation . 55

....................................Worn Tires . 158.....Wrecker, Emergency Towing . 183

....................................Tire Chains . 161.........Tire, How to Change a Flat . 167

...........................Tire Information . 198.................................Tire Labeling . 198

...............................................Tires . 156..............................Air Pressure . 157

.........................Checking Wear . 158..........................Compact Spare . 166

......DOT Tire Quality Grading . 196......................................Inflation . 156

..................................Inspection . 158..............................Maintenance . 158

...................................Replacing . 159......................................Rotating . 159

...........................................Snow . 161............................Specifications . 195

................................Tire Chains . 161...................Tools, Tire Changing . 167

Towing.....................................A Trailer . 123

................Emergency Wrecker . 183.......................Traction Devices . 161

TransmissionChecking Fluid Level,

..................Automatic (CVT) . 142

Checking Fluid Level,...................................Manual . 143

..................Fluid Selection . 142, 143..............Identification Number . 193

..................Shifting the Manual . 110.....................................Treadwear . 196.....................................Trip Meters . 50....................................Trip Mileage . 50....................................Turn Signals . 56

Unexpected, Taking Care..........................................of the . 165

....Uniform Tire Quality Grading . 196..........................Unleaded Gasoline . 94

.......Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 138

.................Vehicle Capacity Load . 104......................Vehicle Dimensions . 194

....Vehicle Identification Number . 192.............................Vehicle Storage . 163

.................................................VIN . 192..................................Viscosity, Oil . 136 U.S. and Canada only

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Service Information Summary

Gasoline:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

Recommended Engine Oil:

Automatic Transmission Fluid(CVT):

Brake Fluid:

Tire Pressure (measured cold):

Manual Transmission Fluid:

10.6 US gal (40 )

2.6 US qt (2.5 )

5.8 US qt (5.5 )

Unleaded gasoline, pump octanenumber of 86 or higher.

API Premium grade 0W-20detergent oil (see page ).

Oil change capacity (includingfilter):

Use Honda ATF-Z1 (AutomaticTransmission Fluid) only.

Capacity:

Honda Heavy Duty Brake FluidDOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 orDOT 4 brake fluid as a temporaryreplacement (see page ).

Front:

Rear:

Spare Tire:

Honda Manual TransmissionFluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30or 10W-40 motor oil as atemporary replacement (see page

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Capacity (including differential):1.6 US qt (1.5 )

38 psi (260 kPa , 2.6 kgf/cm )

35 psi (240 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm )

60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )

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