Honda Accord 1995 User Manual

1995 Accord Coupe 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.

Owner's Identification Form

Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... i

A Few Words About Safety.................................................................................................................ii

Driver and Passenger Safety ..............................................................................................................3

Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.

Instruments and Controls.................................................................................................................31

Instrume

Comfort and Convenience Features .............................................................................................. 69

How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.

Before Driving..................................................................................................................................101

What gasoline to use, how to break

Driving ..............................................................................................................................................111

The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.

Maintenance.....................................................................................................................................131

The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take you

Appearance Care..............................................................................................................................183

Tips on cleaning and protecting your vehicle. Things to look for if your vehicle ever needs body repairs.

Taking Care of the Unexpected......................................................................................................191

This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, an

Technical Information.....................................................................................................................215

ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.

Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada

A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us.

Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)......................................................................................................233

How to order manuals and other technical literature.

Index...................................................................................................................................................... I

Gas Station Information

A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.

nt panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.

-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.

r vehicle to the dealer.

d how to handle them.

)................................................................227

Contents

Introduction

Congratulations ! Your selection of a 1995 Honda Accord was a wise investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure.

To enhance the enjoyment of your new car, take time to study this manual. In it, you will learn about your car's many conveniences and useful features. Following the service interval and maintenance recommendations will help keep your driving trouble-free while preserving your investment.

Keep this owner's manual in your car so you can refer to it at any time. Please make sure the manual stays with the car if you sell it. The next owner will find it just as helpful.

Several warranties protect your Honda. We suggest you read the warranty booklets carefully to fully understand the coverages and the responsibilities of ownership.

When your car needs scheduled maintenance, keep in mind that your Honda dealer's service staff is specially-trained

in the service and maintenance of the many systems unique to your Honda. Your Honda dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer any questions and concerns.

Safety Messages

Your safety and the safety of others is very important. We have provided

many important safely messages in this manual and on the vehicle. Please read these messages carefully.

A safety message alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or

others. Each safety message is preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of three words, DANGER, WARNING or CAUTION.

These mean:

You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don't follow instructions.

You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don't follow instructions.

You CAN be HURT if you don't follow instructions.

Each safety message tells you what the hazard is, what can happen and what

you can do to avoid or reduce injury.

You will also see another important

symbol:

NOTICE

Your Honda or other property can be

damaged if you don't follow instruc-

tions.

The purpose of these messages is to

help prevent damage to your car, other property, or the environment.

Driver and Passenger Safety

This section gives you important

information about occupant protec-

tion. It shows how to use seat belts

properly. It explains the Supplemental Restraint System. And it

gives useful information about how

to protect infants and children in

your car.

Your Occupant Protection System.. 4 The Seat Belt System and How It

Works..........................................5

Why Wear Seat Belts.................... 5

Important Safety Reminders........ 5

Seat Belt System Components..... 6

Lap/Shoulder Belt......................... 6

Lap Belt........................................... 6

Wearing Seat Belts Properly........ 7

Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt...... 7

Wearing the Lap Belt.................... 9

Advice for Pregnant Women...... 10

Seat Belt Maintenance................ 10

Supplemental Restraint System..... 11

What Happens In a Crash........... 12

Important Facts About

Airbags..................................... 13

How the Driver's Airbag

Works........................................ 14

How the Passenger's Airbag

Works...................................... 15

How the SRS Indicator Light

Works........................................ 16

System Service............................. 16

System Service Precautions....... 17

Additional Safety Information........ 18

Seat-back Position........................ 18

Head Restraint Position.............. 18

Door Locks................................... 19

Storing Cargo Safely ...................

g with Pets.........................

Drivin

d Safety...................................... 20

Chil

19 19

Where Should Children Sit?....... 20

Important Safety Reminders...... 21

General Guidelines

for Restraining Children

Under 18 kg (40 Ibs) ............... 22

Restraining

an Infant Who Weighs

Less Than 9 kg (20 Ibs).......... 22

Restraining

a Child Who Weighs Between

9 and 18 kg (20 and 40 Ibs)..... 23

Restraining a Child Who Weighs

Over 18 kg (40 Ibs).................. 24

Using a Seat Belt Locking Clip.. 24 Using Child Restraints

with Tethers............................. 25

Storing a Child Seat..................... 26

Alcohol and Drugs........................... 27

Carbon Monoxide Hazard.............. 28

Safety Labels......................................

r and Passenger Safety

Drive

Your Occupant Protection System

Your Honda is equipped with seat

belts and other features that work together to protect you and your passenger during a crash.

Seat belts are the most important part of your occupant protection system. When worn properly, seat belts can reduce the chance of serious injury or death in a crash.

For added protection during a severe frontal collision, your Accord has a Supplemental Restraint System

(SRS) with airbags for the driver and

a front seat passenger.

Driver and Passenger Safety

Two indicator lights are also part of your safety system. One reminds you

to make sure you and your passengers wear seat belts. The other alerts you to a possible problem with your supplemental restraint system

(see page 16).

The seats, head restraints, and door

locks also play a role in occupant safety. For example, reclining the seat-back can decrease the effectiveness of your seat belt. Head restraints can help protect your neck and head, especially during rear-end impacts. Door locks help keep your doors from being accidentally opened during a crash.

To get the maximum protection from your occupant protection system, check the following before you drive away:

Everyone in the car is wearing a seat belt properly (see page 7). Infants and small children are properly secured in child safety seats (see page 20). Both doors are closed and locked

(see page 19).

Seat-backs are upright and head restraints are properly adjusted

(see pages 18 and 54).

There are no loose items that

could be thrown around and hurt someone during a crash or sudden stop (see page 19).

By following these guidelines, you can reduce injuries to yourself and your passengers in many crash situations. Remember, however, that no safety system can prevent all injuries or deaths that can occur in severe crashes.

The Seat Belt System and How It Works

Why Wear Seat Belts

Wearing seat belts, and wearing them properly, is fundamental to your safety and the safety of your passengers.

During a crash or emergency stop,

seat belts can help keep you from being thrown against the inside of the car, against other occupants, or out

the car.

Of course, seat belts cannot completely protect you in every crash. But, in most cases, seat belts reduce your chance of serious injury. They can even save your life. That is why many states and all Canadian provinces require you to wear seat belts.

Not wearing a seat belt increases the chance of being killed or seriously hurt in a crash.

Be sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts and wear them properly.

Important Safety Reminders

Seat belts are designed for adults and larger children. All infants and

small children must be properly restrained in child safety seats (see page 20).

A pregnant woman needs to wear a seat belt to protect herself and her unborn child (see page 10).

Two people should never use the

same seat belt. If they do, they could

be very seriously injured in a crash.

Do not place the shoulder portion of a lap/shoulder belt under your arm or behind your back. This could increase the chance of serious injuries in a crash.

Do not put shoulder belt pads or other accessories on seat belts. They can reduce the effectiveness of the belts and increase the chance of injury.

Driver and Passenger Safety

The Seat Belt System and How It Works

Seat Belt System Components

Your Honda has seat belts in all five

seating positions. The front seats and the outside positions of the rear seat have lap/shoulder belts. The center position of the rear seat has a lap belt.

Your seat belt system also includes a

light on the instrument panel to remind you to. fasten your seat belt, and to make sure your passengers fasten theirs. This light comes on when you turn on the ignition if you have not fastened your seat belt. A beeper also sounds for several seconds (see page 34).

The following pages cover more about the seat belt components and how they work.

Driver and Passenger Safety

Lap/Shoulder Belt

SHOULDER PORTION

LATCH PLATE

BUCKLE

UPPER SEAT BELT ANCHOR

To retractor

LAP PORTION

This style of seat belt has a single belt that goes over your shoulder,

across your chest, and across your

hips.

Each lap/shoulder belt has an

emergency locking retractor. In

normal driving, the retractor lets you

move freely in your seat while it keeps some tension on the belt.

During a collision or sudden stop,

the retractor automatically locks the

belt to help restrain your body.

Lap Belt

LATCH PLATE BUCKLE

The lap belt has one manuallyadjusted belt that fits across the hips. It is similar to safety belts used in airplanes.

The Seat Belt System and How It Works

Wearing Seat Belts Properly

You can increase the effectiveness of your seat belts if you take a little time to read the following pages and make sure you know how to wear seat belts properly.

Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious injury or death in a crash.

Be sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts and wear them properly.

Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt

Before putting on the seat belt, move the driver's seat as far back as is practical while still allowing you to maintain full control of the vehicle. Make sure the seat-back is upright

(see page 54). The front seat passenger should move the seat as far back as possible.

1. Pull the latch plate across your body and insert it into the buckle.

Tug on the belt to make sure the

latch is securely locked.

2. Check that the belt is not twisted.

3. Position the lap portion of the belt as low as possible across your hips, not across your stomach. This lets

your strong pelvic bones take the

force of a crash.

CONTINUED

Driver and Passenger Safety

The Seat Belt System and How It Works

5. If the shoulder belt crosses your neck while you are sitting in one of the outside positions of the rear seat, you need to adjust your seating position. Move toward the center of the seat until the belt fits over your collarbone.

4. Pull up on the shoulder part of the belt to remove any slack. Make sure the belt goes over your collarbone and across your chest.

Driver and Passenger Safety

To unlatch the seat belt, push the

PRESS button on the buckle.

the belt across your body to

Guid

door pillar. After you exit the

make sure the seat belt is

vehicle

of the way and will not get

in the door.

Wearing the Lap Belt

The Seat Belt System and How It Works

1. Pull the latch plate across your hips and insert it into the buckle marked CENTER.

If the belt is too short, hold the latch plate at a right angle and pull to extend the belt. Insert the latch plate into the buckle.

2. Position the belt as low as possible across your hips and pelvic bones, not across your stomach. Pull the loose end of the belt to adjust for a snug but comfortable fit.

To unlatch the belt, push the red

PRESS button on the buckle.

Driver and Passenger Safety

The Seat Belt System and How It Works

Advice for Pregnant Women

Protecting the mother is the best

way to protect her unborn child. Therefore, a pregnant woman should wear a properly-positioned seat belt

whenever she drives or rides in a car.

Driver and Passenger Safety

If possible, use the lap/shoulder seat belt, remembering to keep the lap portion as low as possible (see page

7) .

Eac h time you have a check-up, ask your doctor if it's okay for you to drive and how you should position a lap/shoulder seat belt.

Seat Belt Maintenance

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

Pull out each belt fully and look for frays, cuts, burns, and wear. Check that the latches work smoothly and the lap/shoulder belts retract easily.

Any belt not in good condition or not

working properly should be replaced. If a seat belt is worn during a crash,

have your dealer replace the belt and inspect the anchors for damage.

For information on how to clean your seat belts, see page 188.

Supplemental Restraint System

Your car is equipped with a Supplemental Restraint System

(SRS) to help protect the head and

chest of the driver and front seat passenger during a severe frontal collision.

This system does not replace your seat belts. It supplements, or adds to, the

protection offered by seat belts and other occupant protection features.

Not wearing a seat belt increases the chance of serious injury or death in a crash, even if you have an airbag.

Be sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts and wear them properly.

DRIVER'S AIRBAG

CONTROL UNIT

INDICATOR

SRS

PASSENGER'S AIRBAG

The main components in your SRS

are:

One airbag in the steering wheel for the driver and another in the dashboard for the front passenger.

Sensors that can detect a severe frontal collision.

CONTINUED

Driver and Passenger Safety

Supplemental Restraint System

A sophisticated electronic system that continually monitors the

control unit (including the sensors), airbag activators, and all related wiring when the ignition is ON (II).

An indicator light on the

instrument panel to alert you to a possible problem with the system.

Emergency backup power in case your car's electrical system is disconnected in a crash.

Driver and Passenger Safety

What Happens In a Crash

If you ever have a severe frontal collision, the sensors will detect rapid deceleration and signal the control unit to instantly inflate the airbags.

During a crash, your seat belts will help to restrain your lower body and torso. The airbags will provide a cushion to absorb crash energy and help keep the head and chest of the driver and front passenger from striking the interior of the car.

After inflating, the airbags will immediately deflate. The entire process, from detection to deflation, takes a fraction of a second. This process occurs so quickly that you may not hear the loud noise created by the airbag inflators, or realize what has happened.

After the crash, you may see what looks like smoke. This is actually powder from the airbag's surface.

People with respiratory problems

may experience some temporary discomfort from the chemicals used by the airbag's activators.

Supplemental Restraint System

Important Facts About Airbags

Frontal collision range

Airbags inflate only when needed; in a severe frontal collision. A severe collision would be similar to a crash into a parked car at 25 mph (40 km/h). Airbags will not inflate in a moderate frontal collision, or during a rear impact, side impact, or rollover

— even if the impact is severe.

Airbags inflate and deflate only once. They cannot protect you during any additional impacts that can occur during a crash sequence.

Injuries, including fatal injuries, can occur in a severe collision, even if seat belts are worn properly and the airbags inflate. No safety system can provide complete protection in a severe crash.

Just from viewing the vehicle damage after a crash, it is very difficult to accurately determine if the airbags should or should not have inflated. In some cases where the airbag did not inflate, extensive visible damage indicated that the car absorbed much of the crash energy, and the airbags were not needed. In other cases, a severe jolt, such as an impact to the undercarriage, may not cause extensive body damage but cause the airbags to inflate.

Driver and Passenger Safety

Supplemental Restraint System

How the Driver's Airbag Works

If you ever have a severe frontal collision, your airbag will instantly inflate to help protect your head and chest.

Driver and Passenger Safety

To do its job, the airbag inflates with

considerable force. So, while it can reduce serious injuries and even save your life, the airbag might cause some facial abrasions or other injuries. To reduce the possibility of injury, you should always sit back as far from the steering wheel as is practical while still maintaining full vehicle control.

After the bag completely inflates, it immediately starts deflating so it won't interfere with your visibility,

ability to steer, or ability to operate other controls. The total time for

inflation and deflation takes a fraction of a second. You may not

even be aware that the airbag has

been fully inflated.

Supplemental Restraint System

The driver's airbag is stored in the

center of the steering wheel. For your safety, do not attach any items to the steering wheel. They could

interfere with the proper operation

of the airbag. Or, if the airbag

inflates, they could be propelled inside the car and hurt someone.

How the Passenger's Airbag

Works

If you ever have a severe frontal collision, the passenger's airbag will inflate at the same time as the driver's airbag.

This airbag is quite large and inflates with considerable force. It can seriously hurt a front seat passenger who is not in the proper position and wearing the seat belt properly. Front seat passengers should move the seat as far back as practical and sit well back in the seat.

We strongly recommend that you do

not put an infant seat in the front

passenger's seat. If the airbag

inflates, it can hit the infant seat with

great force. The infant seat can be

dislodged or struck with enough force to cause very serious injury to the infant.

CONTINUED

Driver and Passenger Safety

Supplemental Restraint System

If a toddler seat is used in the front passenger's seat, the vehicle seat should be moved as far back as possible. If the passenger's bag inflates, it could seriously hurt a toddler who is not in the proper position or properly restrained.

The passenger's airbag is stored near the top of the dashboard, under a lid marked SRS. Do not place any objects on top of this lid. If the airbag inflates, those objects can be propelled inside the car and possibly hurt someone.

Driver and Passenger Safety

S R S

The purpose of the SRS light on your

instrument panel is to alert you of a potential problem with your supplemental restraint system.

Have the system checked if:

The light does not come on when you turn the ignition ON (II).

The light stays on after the engine

starts.

The light comes on or flashes

while you are driving.

How the SRS Indicator Light Works

System Service

Your supplemental restraint system is virtually maintenance-free. There are no parts you can safely service. You must have the system serviced by an authorized Honda dealer:

If your airbags ever inflate, the

airbags and control unit must be

replaced. Do not try to remove or

discard the airbags by yourself.

This must be done by a Honda

dealer. If the SRS indicator light alerts

you of a problem. Have the

supplemental restraint system checked as soon as possible. Otherwise, your airbags might not inflate when you need them.

When the car is ten years old.

Have the dealer inspect the system. The production date is on the driver's doorjamb for your convenience.

Supplemental Restraint System

System Service Precautions

Do not modify your steering wheel

or any other part of the supplemental restraint system. Modifications could make the system ineffective.

Do not tamper with the system's components or wiring. This could cause the airbags to inflate inadvertently, possibly injuring someone

very seriously. Tell anyone who works on your car

that you have a supplemental restraint system. Failure to follow the procedures and precautions in the official Honda service manual could result in personal injury or damage to the system.

Scrapping an entire car that has uninflated airbags can be dangerous. Get assistance from a Honda dealer if your car must be scrapped.

If you sell your car, please be sure to tell the new owner that the car has a

supplemental restraint system. Alert them to the information and precautions in this part of the owner's

manual.

Driver and Passenger Safety

Additional Safety Information

The seat belts and airbags are obvi-

ously important parts of your occu-

pant protection system. In addition, you should know that

sitting upright, adjusting the head restraint properly, locking the doors, and stowing things properly can also increase your safety and possibly even save your life.

Driver and Passenger Safety

Seat-back Position

The seat-backs should be in an upright position for you and your passengers to get the most protection from the seat belts.

If you recline a seat-back, you reduce

the protective capability of your seat belt. The farther a seat-back is reclined, the greater the risk that you will slide under the belt in a

severe crash and be very seriously

injured.

For information on how to adjust the

seat-back, see page 54.

Head Restraint Position

Head restraints can help protect you

from whiplash and other injuries. For

the best protection, adjust the top of the restraint so it is even with the tops of your ears, or as high as possible. For instructions on adjusting the head restraints, see page 56.

Additional Safety Information

Door Locks

It is not safe to leave your car doors unlocked. A passenger, especially a child, could open a door and accidentally fall out. Also, there is a greater chance of being thrown out of the car during a crash when the doors are not locked.

Storing Cargo Safely

Before you drive, make sure you first securely store or tie down any items that could be thrown around the car and hurt someone, or interfere with your ability to operate the controls.

Do not put any items on top of the rear shelf. They can block your view and they could be thrown about the car in a crash.

Be sure to keep compartment doors closed when the car is moving. If a passenger hits the door of an open glove box, for example, he could

injure his knees. For information on loading cargo,

see page 110.

Driving with Pets

Loose pets can be a hazard while you

are driving. An unrestrained pet can

interfere with your ability to drive the car. In a crash or sudden stop, loose pets or cages can be thrown

around inside the car and hurt you or

your passengers. It is also for their

safety that pets should be properly restrained in your car.

The recommended way to restrain a

medium-sized or larger dog is with a special traveling harness. This harness can be secured to the rear seat

with a seat belt. Travel harnesses are

available at pet stores.

A small dog, cat, or other small

animal will be safest in a pet carrier

with rigid sides. Choose a style that

allows you to secure it to the car's seat by routing a seat belt through

the carrier's handle.

For further information, contact your

veterinarian or local animal protec-

tion society.

Driver and Passenger Safety

Child Safety

An infant or child who is not properly restrained can be killed or seriously injured in a crash.

Be sure any child too small for seat belts is properly secured in a child restraint.

Where Should Children Sit?

According to accident statistics,

children of all sizes and ages are safer when they are properly restrained in the rear seat rather than the front seat.

We recommend that, whenever possible, you secure your child's infant or toddler seat in the center position of the rear seat with the lap belt.

Children depend on adults to protect

them. To help make sure we do,

every state and Canadian province

has laws requiring infants and young

children to be properly restrained

whenever they ride in a car.

Driver and Passenger Safety

We strongly recommend that you do not put an infant seat in the front passenger's seat. If the airbag inflates, it can hit the infant seat with great force. The infant seat can be dislodged or struck with enough force to cause very serious injury to the infant.

Child Safety

We also recommend that any child who is too large to use an infant or toddler seat ride in one of the outside positions of the rear seat. The child should then wear the lap/ shoulder belt properly for protection.

Important Safety Reminders

Never hold a baby or child on your lap when riding in a car. If you are

wearing your seat belt, the violent forces created during a crash will

tear the child from your arms. The child could be seriously hurt or killed.

If you are holding a child and not wearing a seat belt in a crash, you could crush the child against the car's

interior.

Never put your seat belt over

yourself and a child. During a crash,

the belt could press deep into the child, causing serious internal

injuries.

Two children should never use the

same seat belt. If they do, they could

be very seriously injured in a crash. For their safety, do not leave

children alone in your car without adult supervision.

Driver and Passenger Safety

Child Safety

General Guidelines for Restraining Children Under 18 kg (40 Ibs)

Use an approved child seat. The seat

must meet Federal Motor Vehicle

Safety Standard 213 (FMVSS-213) or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety

Standards. Look for the manufacturer's statement of compliance on the box and seat.

Use a seat of the right size. Make sure the seat fits your child. Check the seat manufacturer's instructions and labels for height and weight limits.

Secure the child seat to the car. All approved child seats are designed to be secured to the car seat by the lap belt or the lap belt portion of a lap/ shoulder belt. A child whose seat is not properly secured to the car can be endangered in a crash.

Driver and Passenger Safety

To properly route a seat belt through

a child seat, follow the seat maker's instructions. If you use a lap/ shoulder belt, be sure you install a locking clip on the belt (see page 24).

Secure the child in the child seat. Make sure the infant or child is firmly secured to the child seat. Use the straps provided, and carefully follow

the manufacturer's instructions.

Restraining an Infant Who

Weighs Less Than 9 kg

(20 Ibs)

An infant up to about 9 kg (20 Ibs) must be restrained in an infant seat

or a convertible seat designed for a baby. Because infants must ride in a reclining position, be sure the infant

seat always faces the REAR of the car as shown.

Child Safety

We recommend that, whenever possible, you put the infant seat in the center position of the rear seat and secure it to the car with the lap belt.

If you decide to put an infant seat in any other seating position, you must use a locking clip on the car's lap/ shoulder belt (see page 24).

We strongly recommend that you do

not put an infant seat in the front passenger's seat. If the airbag inflates, it can hit the infant seat with

great force. The infant seat can be

dislodged or struck with enough force to cause very serious injury to the infant.

Restraining a Child Who Weighs Between 9 and 18 kg (20 and 40 Ibs)

Toddler seats are designed for children who weigh between 9 and

18 kg (20 and 40 Ibs).

The preferred place to put a toddler

seat is in the center position of the

rear seat. Use the car's lap bell to

secure the seat to the car. If you decide to put a toddler seat in

any other sealing position, you must

use a locking clip on the car's lap/

shoulder belt (see page 24).

If you are using a toddler seal in the front passenger's seat, move the passenger's seat as far back as possible before installing the child

seat. If the passenger's bag inflates, it could seriously hurt a toddler who is not in the proper position or properly restrained.

Driver and Passenger Safety

Child Safety

Restraining a Child Who Weighs Over 18 kg (40 Ibs)

We recommend that, whenever

possible, a child who has outgrown a toddler seat ride in one of the outside positions of the rear seat and use a lap/shoulder belt.

Driver and Passenger Safety

Put the seat belt on your child and check its fit. The shoulder belt should fit over the collarbone and across the chest. The lap belt should sit low on your child's hips, not across the stomach.

If the shoulder belt crosses the neck, have your child move toward the center of the rear seat until the belt fits properly. If the belt still crosses the child's neck, you should use a booster seat.

Several styles of booster seats are available. We recommend a design that allows the child to use the car's lap/shoulder belt.

Whichever style you select, follow

the booster seat manufacturer's instructions.

Using a Seat Belt Locking Clip

Always use a seat belt locking clip when you secure a child seat to your car with a lap/shoulder belt. This helps prevent the seat from shifting position or overturning.

A locking clip is usually included with the child seat. If you need a clip, contact the seat's manufacturer or a

store that sells child restraints.

Child Safety

To install a locking clip, do the

following:

1. Place the child restraint in the desired position. Route the lap/ shoulder belt through the restraint according to the seat manufacturer's instructions.

2. Insert the latch plate into the buckle. Pull on the shoulder part of the belt to make sure there is no slack in the lap portion.

3. Tightly grasp the belt near the

latch plate. Pinch both parts of the belt together so they won't slip through the latch plate. Unbuckle the seat belt.

4. Install the locking clip as shown. Position the clip as close as possible to the latch plate.

5. Insert the latch plate into the buckle. Push and pull on the child seat to verify that it is held firmly in place. If it is not, repeat these steps until the restraint is secure.

Using Child Restraints with

Tethers

121 mm (4.8 in) 306 mm (12.0 in)

340 mm (13.4 in)

Your Honda has three attachment

points for tether-style child seat.

They are located on the rear shelf.

U.S. Models

Use the dimensions in the illustration to locate either of the outside attachment points you want to use. Cut a 22 mm (7/8 inch) diameter hole in the rear shelf.

CONTINUED

Driver and Passenger Safety

Child Safety

Canadian Models

Select the attachment point you want to use and remove the plug with a

small flat-tipped screwdriver or

fingernail file.

Install the tether hardware that came with the child seat.

Tighten to:

22 N.m (2.2 kg-m , 16 Ib-ft)

If you are not sure how to install the bracket, have it installed by your Honda dealer.

If you need an anchor plate and mounting hardware, you can obtain them by writing to:

American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

Consumer Affairs 1919 Torrance Blvd.

Torrance, CA 90501-2746

Driver and Passenger Safety

Canadian Cars

TOOTHED WASHER

The anchor plate and mounting

hardware for a top tether are supplied with the car. When installing, make sure the toothed washer is on the bottom of the bolt.

The supplied anchor plate is

designed only for mounting a child restraint. Do not use it for any other purpose.

Storing a Child Seat

When you are not using an infant seat or other child restraint, either remove it or make sure it is properly secured so it cannot be thrown

around the car during a crash.

Alcohol and Drugs

Driving a car requires your full attention and alertness. Traffic conditions change rapidly. You must be able to react just as rapidly. Alcohol or drugs directly affect your alertness and ability to react. Even prescription and non-prescription medicines can have this effect.

There are laws that deal with drunken driving. These laws define how much alcohol it takes in your system to be legally "drunk." However, your judgment and reaction time get worse with every drink— even the first one.

The safest thing you can do is never

drink and drive. This can be done if you plan ahead. If you know you are going to be drinking, make plans to ride with a friend who will not be drinking.

What if you find that you've been drinking and cannot get a ride from a friend? Find alternative transportation. Call a taxi. Take a bus. Many

communities have transportation services devoted to shuttling people who have been drinking.

If you have no choice but to drive, stop drinking and give yourself lots of time to sober up. Time is the only thing that can make you sober.

Things like coffee or a cold shower

don't speed up the process. If you see friends trying to get

behind the wheel after drinking, stop them. Drive them yourself or arrange other transportation. If you think you are interfering, remember that your interference will keep them from sharing the road with you.

Driver and Passenger Safety

Carbon Monoxide Hazard

Your car's exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas. You should have no problem with carbon monoxide entering the car in normal driving if you maintain your car properly. Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever:

The car is raised for an oil change.

You notice a change in the sound of the exhaust.

The car was in an accident that

may have damaged the underside.

Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.

Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and can even kill you.

Avoid any enclosed areas or

activities that expose you to

carbon monoxide.

Driver and Passenger Safety

High levels of carbon monoxide can collect rapidly in enclosed areas, such as a garage. Do not run the engine with the garage door closed.

Even with the door open, run the engine only long enough to move the car out of the garage.

With the trunk lid open, air flow can

pull exhaust gas into your car's interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the

trunk lid open, open all the windows

and set the heating and cooling system as follows.

If you must sit in your parked car, even in an unconfined area, with the engine running, adjust the heating and cooling system as follows:

1. Push the button.

2. Select the mode.

3. Turn the fan on high speed.

4. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.

These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury. Read these labels carefully and don't remove them.

Safety Labels

If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda dealer for a replacement.

BATTERY

RADIATOR CAP

Driver and Passenger Safety

Instruments and Controls

This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of your Honda. All the essential controls are within easy reach.

Control Locations............................ 32

Indicator Lights................................ 33

Gauges.............................................. 37

Speedometer................................ 37

Tachometer.................................. 37

Odometer...................................... 37

Trip Meter.................................... 37

Temperature Gauge.................... 38

Fuel Gauge................................... 38

Maintenance Required

Indicator.................................... 38

Controls Near the Steering

Wheel........................................ 39

Headlights.................................... 40

Daytime Running Lights............. 40

Instrument Panel Brightness..... 41

Turn Signals................................. 41

Windshield Wipers...................... 42

Windshield Washers................... 43

Hazard Warning........................... 43

Rear Window Defogger.............. 43

Steering Wheel Adjustment....... 44

Steering Wheel Controls ................ 46

Cruise Control.............................. 46

Horn..............................................

s and Locks................................ 49

Key

Keys............................................... 49

Ignition Switch............................. 50

Door Locks................................... 51

Power Door Locks....................... 51

Trunk............................................ 52

Glove Box..................................... 53

Seat Adjustments............................. 54

Front Seat Adjustments.............. 54

Driver's Seat Power Height

Adjustment............................... 55

Driver's Lumbar Support............ 55

Rear Seat Access ......................... 55

Head Restraints........................... 56

Folding Rear Seat............................ 57

Power Windows............................... 58

Moonroof.......................................... 59

Sunshade....................................... 60

Mirrors.............................................

Manual

Adjusting the Power Mirrors..... 61

Parking Brake.................................. 62

Digital Clock..................................... 63

Beverage Holder.............................. 64

Console Compartment.................... 64

Coin Box........................................... 65

Vanity Mirror................................... 65

Cigarette Lighter............................. 66

Ashtrays............................................ 66

Interior Lights.................................. 67

Ceiling Light................................. 67

Courtesy Lights........................... 67

Door Mirrors............... 61

Instruments and Controls

Control Locations

DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P. 51)

POWER WINDOW SWITCH (P. 58)

FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P. 104)

Instruments and Controls

MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 61)

TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE

(P. 52)

DIGITAL CLOCK (P. 63)

HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 105)

HEATING/COOLING CONTROL (P. 70)

AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 77)

Indicator Lights

The instrument panel has many indicators to give you important information about your car.

Lamp Check

Many of the indicator lights come on

when you turn the ignition switch

ON (II), allowing you to see that they are working. The instrument panel should look like the illustration. If an indicator does not light during this test, it cannot alert you if that system develops a problem. Have the dealer check your car for burned-out bulbs or other problems.

* The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian model are noted in the text.

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR

PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR*

CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR LOW OIL

PRESSURE INDICATOR

DOOR AND BRAKE LAMP MONITOR

MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP/ CHECK ENGINE LIGHT*

HIGH BEAM INDICATOR

SEAT BELT REMINDER

LIGHT

CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR

LOW FUEL INDICATOR

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR*

Instruments and Controls

Indicator Lights

Seat Belt Reminder Light

This indicator lights when you turn the ignition ON (II). It is a reminder to you and your passengers to protect yourselves by fastening the

seat belts. A beeper also sounds if

you have not fastened your seat belt.

If you do not fasten your seat belt, the beeper will stop after a few seconds but the light stays on until

you do. Both the light and the beeper

stay off if you fasten your seat belt before turning on the ignition.

Instruments and Controls

Low Oil Pressure Indicator

This indicator lights when the oil

pressure in the engine drops low enough to cause damage. It should light when the ignition is ON (II) and go out after the engine starts. If this light flashes or stays on when the engine is running, there is a possibility of serious engine damage. Safely pull to the side of the road and shut off the engine as soon as you can. Turn to page 204 for instructions and precautions on checking the engine.

Charging System Indicator

This light indicates the battery is not being charged. It should come on when the ignition is ON (II), and go out after the engine starts. If this light comes on while driving, the battery is not being charged. Turn to page 205 for information about what to do.

BRAKE

Canada

Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator

This light has two functions:

1. It lights as a reminder that you have set the parking brake. Driving with the parking brake set can damage the brakes and tires, and cause the Anti-lock brake

system to turn off (see page 122).

2. It can indicate the brake fluid level

is low if it remains lit after you release the parking brake or comes on while driving. This is normally due to worn brake pads. Have your dealer check the braking system for worn pads or

fluid leaks.

Indicator Lights

S R S

Supplemental Restraint System Indicator

The SRS light normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition ON (II). If it doesn't, or it stays on after the engine starts, something is wrong with the Supplemental Restraint System. It may also flash on and off to indicate a problem. If you see any of these indications, the airbag may not work when needed in an accident. Take the car to your dealer promptly for diagnosis and service.

Canada

Only on cars equipped with ABS (see

page 122)

Anti-lock Brake System

B S

(ABS) Indicator

This light normally comes on when you turn the ignition ON (II) and

goes off after the engine starts. If it comes on at any other time, there is a problem in the ABS. If this happens, take the car to your dealer to have it checked. With the light on, your car still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Canada

Check Engine Light

This light comes on for a few

seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). If it comes on at any other time, it indicates one of the engine's emission control systems may have a problem. Turn to page

206 for information about what to do.

Door and Brake Lamp Monitor

The appropriate light comes on in this display if the trunk or either

door is not closed tightly. If a brake

light does not work, the BRAKE

LAMP indicator comes on when you push the brake pedal with the ignition switch ON (II). A burned out brake light is a hazard when drivers behind you cannot tell you are braking. Have your brake lights repaired right away. All the lights in the monitor display come on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON (II).

Instruments and Controls

Indicator Lights

Turn Signal and Hazard Warning

Indicators

The left or right turn signal light blinks when you signal a lane change

or turn. If the light does not blink or blinks rapidly, it usually means one of the turn signal bulbs is burned out

(see page 174). Replace the bulb as soon as possible, since other drivers cannot see that you are signalling.

When you turn on the Hazard Warning switch, both turn signal

lights blink. All turn signals on the outside of the car should flash.

D R L

"Daytime Running Lights" Indicator

Canadian models only

This indicator lights when you turn

the ignition to ON (II) with the headlight switch off and the parking

brake set. It should go off if you turn

on the headlights or release the parking brake. If it comes on at any

Instruments and Controls

other time, it means there is a

problem with the DRL. There may

also be a problem with the high

beam headlights.

High Beam Indicator

This light comes on with the high

beam headlights. See page 40 for information on the headlight controls.

CRUISE

CONTROL

Cruise Control Indicator

This lights when you set the cruise

control. See page 46 for information on operating the cruise control.

Low Fuel Indicator

This light comes on as a reminder

that you must refuel soon.

Shift Lever Position Indicator

(Automatic Transmission only)

This indicator between the tachometer and speedometer shows which

shift position the shift lever is in. The "D4" indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). If it flashes while driving (in any shift position), it indicates a possible problem in the transmission. Avoid rapid acceleration and have the transmission checked by an authorized Honda

dealer as soon as possible.

Gauges

TEMPERATURE GAUGE

TACHOMETER

MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR

ODOMETER

Speedometer

U.S. Models

This shows your speed in miles per hour (mph). The smaller inner numbers are the speed in kilometers per hour (km/h).

Canadian Models

This shows your speed in kilometers per hour (km/h). The smaller inner numbers are the speed in miles per hour (mph).

SPEEDOMETER

TRIP METER

TRIP METER RESET BUTTON

FUEL GAUGE

Tachometer

The tachometer shows the engine

speed in revolutions per minute

(rpm). To protect the engine from damage, never drive with the tachometer needle in the red zone.

Odometer

The odometer shows the total distance your car has been driven. It

measures miles in U.S. models and

kilometers in Canadian models.

It is illegal under federal law (in the U.S.) and provincial regulations (in Canada) to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to change the number of miles or

kilometers indicated.

Trip Meter

This meter shows the number of

miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) driven since you last reset it. To reset it, push the trip meter reset

button.

Instruments and Controls

Gauges

Temperature Gauge

This shows the temperature of the

engine's coolant. During normal operation, the pointer should rise from the bottom white mark to about the middle of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving, the pointer may rise to the upper white mark. If it reaches the red "H" (Hot) mark, pull safely to the side of the road. Turn to page

202 for instructions and precautions

on checking the engine's cooling

system.

Instruments and Controls

Fuel Gauge

This shows how much fuel you have.

It is most accurate when the car is on

level ground. It may show slightly more or less than the actual amount when you are driving on curvy or

hilly roads.

The gauge stays at the same fuel

level reading after you turn off the ignition. When you add fuel, the gauge slowly changes to the new reading after you turn the ignition back ON (II).

Maintenance Required Indicator

INDICATOR

SLOT

The indicator reminds you when it is

time for scheduled maintenance.

When it nears 12,000 km (7,500

miles) since the last maintenance, the indicator will turn yellow. If you exceed 12,000 km (7,500 miles), the indicator will turn red. Your dealer will reset the indicator when he performs the scheduled maintenance. If someone else performs the maintenance, reset the indicator by inserting your key in the slot below the indicator.

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

The two levers on the steering column contain controls for driving features you use most often. The left lever controls the turn signals, headlights, and high beams. The

right lever controls the windshield

wipers. The rear window defogger switch is

on the dashboard to the right of the steering column.

The controls under the left air vent

are for the moonroof, cruise control and instrument panel brightness.

The lever on the underside of the

steering column allows you to tilt the steering wheel.

INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS

MOONROOF

CRUISE CONTROL

HEADLIGHTS/

TURN SIGNALS

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER

TILT ADJUSTMENT

WINDSHIELD

WIPERS/WASHERS

HAZARD WARNING

Instruments and Controls

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

Headlights

The rotating switch on the left lever

controls the lights. Turning this switch to the first position " " turns on the parking lights, taillights, instrument panel lights, side-marker lights, and rear license plate lights.

Turning the switch to the second

position " " turns on the headlights.

Instruments and Controls

If you leave the lights on with the ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I)

or LOCK (0), you will hear a

reminder chime when you open the

driver's door.

To change between low beams and high beams, pull back on the turn

signal lever until you hear a click, then let go. The blue high beam indicator will light (see page 36).

To flash the high beams, pull back

and hold the turn signal lever. Release the lever and the high beams will go off.

The high beams will stay on for as

long as you hold the lever, no matter what position the headlight switch is in.

Daytime Running Lights (Canadian Models)

With the headlight switch off, the high beam headlights come on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II) and release the parking brake. They remain on until you turn the ignition off, even if you set the parking brake.

The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn them on with the switch.

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

Instrument Panel Brightness

The knob on the dashboard to the left of the instrument panel controls

the brightness of the instrument panel lights. Push the knob to get it to pop out. Turn the knob to adjust the brightness.

Turn Signals

TURN SIGNAL LEVER

Signal a turn or lane change with this lever. Push down on the lever to

signal a left turn, and up to signal a

right turn. If you push it up or down

all the way, the turn signal continues to blink even when you release the lever. It shuts off automatically as you complete the turn.

To signal a lane change, push lightly

on the turn signal lever in the proper direction and hold it. The lever will return to the center position as soon as you release it.

Instruments and Controls

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

Windshield Wipers

The right lever controls the wind-

shield wipers and washers. The rotary switch at the end of the lever has three positions:

INT— intermittent LO — low speed HI — high speed

Instruments and Controls

In intermittent, the wipers operate every few seconds. In low speed and high speed, the wipers run continu-

ously.

To operate the wipers in mist mode,

push the control lever down. The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever. This gives you a

quick way to clear the windshield.

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

Windshield Washers

To clean the windshield, pull back on

the wiper control lever. The washers

spray until you release the lever. The wipers run at low speed while you're pulling the lever, then complete one more sweep of the windshield after you release it.

Hazard Warning

Push the red button to the left of the clock to turn on the hazard warning lights (four-way flashers). This causes all four outside turn signals and both indicators in the instrument panel to flash. Use the hazard

warning lights if you need to park in

a dangerous area near heavy traffic, or if your car is disabled.

Rear Window Defogger

The rear window defogger will clear

fog, frost, and thin ice from the window. Push the defogger button to turn it on and off. The light in the button lights to show the defogger is on. If you do not turn it off, the defogger will shut itself off after about 25 minutes. It also shuts off when you turn off the ignition. You have to turn it on again when you restart the car.

CONTINUED

Instruments and Controls

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

Make sure the rear window is clear

and you have good visibility before

starting to drive. The defogger wires on the inside of

the rear window can be accidentally

damaged. When cleaning the glass,

always wipe side to side.

Instruments and Controls

Steering Wheel Adjustment

You can adjust the steering wheel height to suit your preference. Do this before you begin driving.

Adjusting the steering wheel

position while driving may cause you to lose control of the car and be seriously injured in a crash.

Adjust the steering wheel only when the car is stopped.

1. Adjust the seat so you are a comfortable distance from the pedals.

2. The lever to tilt the steering wheel is under the steering column to the left. Push this lever all the way

down.

3. Move the steering wheel up or down to the desired position. Position the wheel so you can see all the instrument panel gauges and warning lights. Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in that position.

4. Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up and down.

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

Instruments and Controls

Steering Wheel Controls

Cruise Control

Cruise control allows you to maintain a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. It is for cruising on

straight, open highways. It is not recommended for conditions such as city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather.

You should have full control of the

car under those conditions.

Instruments and Controls

Improper use of the cruise

control can lead to a crash.

Use the cruise control only

when traveling on open

highways in good weather.

Using the Cruise Control

CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH

1. Push in the Cruise Control Master Switch to the left of the steering column. The indicator in the

switch will light.

2. Accelerate to the desired cruising speed above 25 mph (40 km/h).

Steering Wheel Controls

RESUME/ accel

SET/decel

3. Press and hold the SET/decel button on the steering wheel until the CRUISE CONTROL light next to the speedometer comes on.

This shows the system is now

activated.

The set speed may vary slightly,

particularly on hills.

Changing the Set Speed

You can increase the set cruising

speed in either of two ways:

Press and hold the RESUME/ accel button. The car will accelerate slowly. When you reach the desired cruising speed, release the button.

Push on the accelerator pedal. Accelerate to the desired cruising speed and press the SET/decel button.

You can decrease the set cruising

speed in either of two ways:

Press and hold the SET/decel button. The car will decelerate. Release the button when you reach the desired speed.

Tap the brake or clutch pedal lightly with your foot. The

CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel will go out. When the car slows to the desired

speed, press the SET/decel button. The car will then maintain the

desired speed.

CONTINUED

Instruments and Controls

Steering Wheel Controls

Even with the cruise control turned on, you can still use the accelerator pedal to speed up for passing. After completing the pass, take your foot off the accelerator pedal. The car will return to the set cruising speed.

Resting your foot on the brake or

clutch pedal will cause the cruise

control to cancel.

Instruments and Controls

Cancelling the Cruise Control

Any of these actions cause the cruise

control to cancel.

Tap the brake or clutch pedal.

Press the SET/decel and RESUME/accel buttons at the same time.

Press the Cruise Control Master Switch.

When you tap the brake or clutch pedal, or press the SET and RESUME buttons at the same time, the CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel will go out and the car will begin to slow down. You can use the accelerator pedal in the normal way.

If you use the brake or clutch pedal to cancel cruise control, the system retains the previously-set cruising speed. To return to that speed, accelerate to above 25 mph (40 km/h) and press the RESUME/accel button until the CRUISE CONTROL light comes on. The car will accelerate to the same cruising speed as before.

If you cancel cruise control by pressing the SET and RESUME buttons at the same time, the previously-set cruising speed is

erased. To use the cruise control, accelerate to the desired cruising speed and press the SET/decel

button. Pressing the Cruise Control Master

Switch turns the system completely

off and erases the previous cruising speed from memory. To use the system again, refer to Using the

Cruise Control.

Steering Wheel Controls, Keys and Locks

Horn

HORN BUTTONS

Press either of the buttons on the steering wheel spokes to sound the horn.

Keys

KEY NUMBER

PLATE

VALET KEY

MASTER KEY

Your car comes with two kinds of keys: a master key and a valet key. The master key fits all locks on your car:

Ignition

Doors Trunk Trunk release handle

Rear seat trunk access

Glove box

The valet key only works the ignition

and the door locks. You can keep the trunk, trunk release handle, rear seat trunk access and glove box locked when you leave your car and valet key at a parking facility.

You should have received a key number plate with your set of keys. You will need this key number if you

ever have to replace a lost key. Store this plate in a safe place. When replacing keys, use only

Honda-approved key blanks.

Instruments and Controls

Keys and Locks

Ignition Switch

The ignition switch is on the right

side of the steering column. It has four positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY (I), ON (II), and START (III).

Instruments and Controls

LOCK (0) — You can insert or

remove the key only in this position.

When you turn the key from LOCK

to ACCESSORY, you may have to turn the steering wheel to release the anti-theft lock. To switch from ACCESSORY to LOCK, you must push the key in slightly as you turn it. If your car has an automatic trans-

mission, it must also be in Park. The anti-theft lock will lock the steering column when you remove the key.

Removing the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering. This can

cause you to lose control.

Remove the key from the ignition switch only when parked.

ACCESSORY (I) - In this position,

you can operate the audio system and cigarette lighter.

ON (II) - This is the normal key position when driving. All features and accessories on the car are usable. Several of the lights on the instrument panel come on as a test when you turn the ignition switch from ACCESSORY to ON (see page 33).

START (III) - Use this position only to start the engine. The switch returns to ON when you let go of the key.

You will hear a reminder beeper if you open the driver's door with the

key in the LOCK or ACCESSORY position. Remove the key to turn it off.

Keys and Locks

Door Locks

Each door has a lock tab next to the inside door handle. Push the tab in to lock the door and pull it out to unlock.

To lock the passenger's door when

getting out of the car, push the lock tab in and close the door. To lock the driver's door, pull the door handle and push the lock tab in. Release the handle then close the door.

The doors can also be locked and unlocked from the outside with the key.

Power Door Locks

MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCHLOCK TAB

Available on LX and EX models in the

U.S. and EX-R model in Canada

Each door has a master door lock switch. Either switch locks and

unlocks both doors. Push the switch

down to lock and up to unlock.

CONTINUED

Instruments and Controls

Keys and Locks

Both doors lock when you push the

lock tab on the driver's door.

In addition, both doors lock when you use the key to lock either door from the outside. Both doors unlock immediately if you use the key to unlock the passenger's side door. To unlock the

doors from the driver's side, turn the key clockwise and hold it there for

several seconds.

Instruments and Controls

Trunk

TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE

You can open the trunk in two ways:

Pull the trunk release handle to the left of the driver's seat.

Use the master key to open the trunk lock. The valet key does not work in this lock.

MASTER KEY

To close the trunk, press down on the trunk lid.

See page 110 for cargo loading and weight limit information. Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while

driving to avoid damaging the lid and getting exhaust gas in the interior.

See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on

page 28.

Glove Box

Keys and Locks

An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt.

Always keep the glove box closed while driving.

MASTER KEY

To protect items in the trunk when you need to give the key to someone else:

1. Lock the trunk release handle with the master key.

2. Give the person the valet key.

GLOVE BOX

Open the glove box by pulling the

bottom of the handle. Close it with a

firm push. Lock or unlock the glove

box with the master key. The glove box light comes on only

when the instrument panel lights are

on.

Instruments and Controls

Seat Adjustments

Front Seat Adjustments

Reclining the seat-back can decrease the protection you get from your seat belt in a crash.

You can slide under the seat

belt and be seriously injured. Adjust the seat-back to an

upright position and sit well

back in the seat.

Adjust the seat before you start

driving.

To adjust the seat forward and

backward, pull up on the lever under the seat cushion's front edge. Move the seat to the desired position and release the lever. Try to move the seat to make sure it is locked in position.

Instruments and Controls

To change the angle of the seat-back,

pull up on the lever on the outside of the seat bottom. Move the seat-back to the desired position and release the lever. Let the seat-back latch in the new position.

Seat Adjustments

Driver's Seat Power Height

Adjustment

On EX model in the U.S., and EX-R

model in Canada

The height of your driver's seat is

power adjustable. Pull up the switch to raise the seat. Push it down to lower the seat.

Driver's Lumbar Support

On EX model in the U.S.. and EX-R

model in Canada

Vary the lumbar support by moving

the lever on the right side of the seat-back. Pivot the lever forward until it stops, then let it return. Doing this several times adjusts the lumbar support through its full range.

Rear Seat Access

To get into the back seat on the

driver's side, pull up on the seat-back adjustment lever.

To tilt the passenger's seat-back out

of the way, pull up on the release lever on the side of the seat-back.

The seat-back will fold down and the

seat will move forward. The seat returns to the original position when

you push back the seat.

Instruments and Controls

Seat Adjustments

Head Restraints

The front head restraints help protect you and your passenger from whiplash and other injuries. They are most effective when you adjust them

so the top of the restraint is even

with the top of your ears.

Instruments and Controls

RELEASE BUTTON

The front head restraints adjust for height. You need both hands to adjust the restraint. Do not attempt to adjust it while driving. To raise it, pull upward. To lower the restraint, press the release button and push the restraint down.

To remove a head restraint for

cleaning or repair, pull it up as far as it will go. Press the release button and pull the restraint out of the seatback.

Driving your car without head

restraints can lead to serious

injury to you and your

passenger in a crash.

Make sure the head restraints

are in place and adjusted

properly before driving.

Folding Rear Seat

MASTER KEY

The back of the rear seat folds down,

giving you direct access to the trunk.

The seat-back can be released from

inside the car or inside the trunk.

To fold down the seat-back from

inside the car, insert the master key in the lock on the rear shelf. Turn the key clockwise, pull down the top of the seat-back, then release the key.

Pull

To release the seat-back from inside the trunk, pull the release under the rear shelf.

To lock the seat-back upright, push it firmly against the rear shelf. Make sure it is latched in place by pulling on the top of the seat.

Make sure both rear shoulder belts are positioned in front of the rear seat-back whenever the seat-back is

in its upright position.

Make sure all items in the trunk, or items extending through the opening

into the back seat, are tied down.

Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you have to brake hard. See Loading Cargo on page

110.

Never drive with the seat-back

folded down and the trunk lid open.

See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on

page 28.

Instruments and Controls

Power Windows

Only on LX and EX models in the U.S., and EX-R model in Canada

Your car's windows are electrically-

powered. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) to raise or lower any window.

Each door has a switch that controls its window. To open the window, push the switch down and hold it. Release the switch when you want the window to stop. Close the window by pushing the switch up and holding it.

Instruments and Controls

MAIN SWITCH

DRIVER'S WINDOW SWITCH

The driver's door has a master

power window control panel. To open the passenger's window, push down on the switch and hold it down until the window reaches the desired position. To close the window, push up on the window switch. Release the switch when the window gets to the position you want.

The master control panel also con-

tains these extra features:

AUTO — To open the driver's window fully, push the window

switch firmly down and release it.

The window automatically goes all

the way down. To stop the window from going all the way down, push the window switch up briefly.

To open the driver's window only

partially, push the window switch down lightly and hold it. The window will stop as soon as you release the switch.

The AUTO function only works to

lower the driver's window. To raise the window, you must push the window switch up and hold it until the window reaches the desired position.

Power Windows, Moonroof

The MAIN switch controls power to the passenger's window. With this

switch off, the passenger's window cannot be raised or lowered. The MAIN switch does not affect the

driver's window. Keep the MAIN

switch off when you have children in the car so they do not injure themselves by operating the windows unintentionally.

The power window system has a key-

off delay function. The windows will still operate for up to ten minutes after you turn off the ignition. Opening either front door cancels the delay function. You must turn the ignition ON (II) again before you can raise or lower the windows.

Closing a power window on a child's hands or fingers can cause serious injury.

Make sure your children are away from the windows before closing them.

Moonroof

MOONROOF SWITCH

Only on EX model in the U.S., and EX-R

model in Canada

Use the switch on the dashboard to

open and close the moonroof. The ignition must be ON (II). Push and hold the switch to open the moonroof. Release the switch when the moonroof reaches the desired position. To close the moonroof, press and hold the switch.

CONTINUED

Instruments and Controls

Moonroof, Mirrors

The moonroof has a key-off delay. You can still open and close the moonroof for up to ten minutes after you turn off the ignition. The key-off

delay cancels as soon as you open either front door. You must then

turn the ignition ON (II) for the

moonroof to operate.

Closing the moonroof on someone's hands or fingers can cause serious injury.

Make sure passengers are clear of the moonroof before closing it.

NOTICE

If you try to open the moonroof in below-freezing temperatures, or when it is covered with snow or ice, you can damage the moonroof panel or motor.

Instruments and Controls

Sunshade

You can slide the sunshade to any

position when the moonroof is closed.

The sunshade slides open with the

moonroof. You must close it manually.

Mirrors

TAB

Keep the inside and outside mirrors

clean and adjusted for best visibility.

Be sure to adjust the mirrors before

you start driving.

The inside mirror has day and night

positions. The night position reduces

glare from headlights behind you.

Flip the tab on the bottom edge of

the mirror to select the day or night position.

Mirrors

Manual Door Mirrors

Only on Canadian LX model

The outside mirrors can be adjusted by moving the knob located on each

door.

Adjusting the Power Mirrors

SELECTOR SWITCH

On U.S. LX and EX models, and Canadian EX-R model

Adjust the outside mirrors with the

adjustment switch on the driver's door armrest:

1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).

2. Move the selector switch to L (driver's side) or R (passenger's

side).

ADJUSTMENT SWITCH

3. Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to move the

mirror right, left, up or down.

4. When you finish, move the selector switch to the center (off)

position. This turns off the

adjustment switch so you can't

move a mirror out of position by accidentally bumping it.

CONTINUED

Instruments and Controls

Mirrors, Parking Brake

The outside mirror on the passenger's side has curved glass. Objects look farther away than they are. Use this mirror to get a "wide view". Don't

use it to judge the distance of things

behind you.

Instruments and Controls

Parking Brake

PARKING BRAKE LEVER

To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up fully. To release it, pull up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever. The parking brake light on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully

released (see page 34). If you try to drive the car without releasing the parking brake, the ABS cannot work properly.

NOTICE

Driving the car with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes

and axles.

Digital Clock

The digital clock displays the time with the ignition switch ON (II). To

see the time with the ignition off, press and hold the wide button under the clock.

RESET

To set the clock:

1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II) to display the time.

2. Swing down the front cover of the

wide button under the clock display. You will see H, M, and RESET buttons.

3. Press and hold the H button until the hour advances to the desired time.

4. Press and hold the M button until the numbers advance to the desired time.

You can use the RESET button to quickly set the time to the nearest hour. If the displayed time is before the half hour, pressing the RESET button sets the clock back to the previous hour. If the displayed time is after the half hour, pressing the RESET button sets the clock forward to the beginning of the next hour.

For example:

1:06 would RESET backward to 1:00. 1:52 would RESET forward to 2:00.

Instruments and Controls

Beverage Holder, Console Compartment

Beverage Holder

Push

Only on LX and EX models in the U.S.,

and EX-R model in Canada

To open the beverage holder, push

on the top. It is spring-loaded and will swing open. To close it, push it down until it latches.

Use the beverage holder only when the car is parked. If you place cups in the holder while driving, the liquid may spill when you go over bumps or around corners.

Instruments and Controls

Be careful when you are using the beverage holder. Spilled liquids can damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in the interior. If the liquid is very hot, it can scald you or your passengers.

Console Compartment

LEVER

CONSOLE COMPARTMENT

To open the console compartment,

press the lever and lift the lid.

To close, lower the lid and push it

down until it latches.

Coin Box, Vanity Mirror

Coin Box

COIN BOX

To open the coin box, pull the upper

edge. Close it with a firm push.

Vanity Mirror

On LX model in Canada

To use the vanity mirror, pull down the passenger's sun visor.

On LX and EX models in the U.S., and

EX-R model in Canada

To use the vanity mirror, pull down

either sun visor and swing down the cover.

The light beside the mirror comes

on only when the light switch is turned on.

Instruments and Controls

Cigarette Lighter, Ashtrays

Cigarette Lighter

CIGARETTE LIGHTER

The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) for the

cigarette lighter to work. To heat up the lighter, push it in. It will pop out

when it is ready for use. Do not hold

the lighter in while it is heating up, you could cause it to overheat.

Instruments and Controls

Ashtrays

ASHTRAY

Open the front ashtray by swinging the lid down. To remove it for emptying, open the lid then pull the

ashtray straight outward.

ASHTRAY

The rear ashtray is at the rear end of

the center console. Open the ashtray by swinging the upper edge of the lid down. To remove the ashtray for emptying, open it then lift up and out.

Ashtrays, Interior Lights

NOTICE

Use the ashtray only for cigarettes,

cigars and other smoking materials. To prevent a possible fire and damage to your car, don't put paper or other

things that can burn in the ashtray.

Ceiling Light

OFF

DOOR ACTIVATED

The ceiling light has a three-position

switch. In the OFF position, the light does not come on. In the center position, the ceiling light comes on

when you open either door. In the

ON position, the ceiling light stays on continuously.

Courtesy Lights

IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT

DOOR LIGHT

Only on LX and EX models in the U.S., EX-R model in Canada

The ignition switch light comes on when you open the driver's door and

stays on several seconds after you close the door.

The door light comes on when you

open the door and goes off when you

close the door.

Instruments and Controls

Comfort and Convenience Features

The heating and air conditioning*

system in your car provides a com-

fortable driving environment in all weather conditions.

* Air conditioning is optional on

Canadian LX model. The audio sound system is very

versatile. To get the most from this

system, take the time to learn what the controls do.

Some models have an anti-theft audio system that requires a code number to enable it.

Heating and Cooling........................ 70

What Each Control Does............ 72

How to Use the System............... 73

Controlling Air Flow

Direction............................... 73

Ventilation................................ 73

To Cool with A/C.................... 74

To Heat..................................... 75

To Heat and Dehumidify

with Air Conditioning.......... 75

To Defog and Defrost............. 76

To Turn Everything Off............. 76

Audio System (Canadian LX)......... 77

AM/FM/Cassette Stereo

Audio System........................... 77

Operating the Radio.................... 78

Finding the Radio Station........... 78

Presetting..................................... 79

Adjusting the Sound.................... 79

Radio Frequencies....................... 80

Operating the Cassette Player... 81

Cassette Search Functions......... 81

Caring for Cassettes.................... 81

Audio System (Except

Canadian LX) ........................... 82

AM/FM/Cassette Stereo

Audio System........................... 82

Operating the Radio.................... 84

Presetting..................................... 86

Adjusting the Sound.................... 88

Radio Frequencies....................... 89

Operating the Cassette Player... 90

Cassette Search Functions......... 92

Caring For Cassettes................... 92

Operating the CD Player............ 93

CD Error Indications................... 96

Caring for the Cassette Player....... 97

Theft Protection............................... 99

Comfort and Convenience Features

Heating and Cooling

This system has full heating, venti-

lation, and air conditioning capabilities. You can adjust the system controls to mix these in various combinations. The air flows into the interior at three possible levels, which you can select.

(Canadian LX model)

If you purchased your car without air conditioning, it can be installed at any time. A Genuine Honda air conditioning system is available from

your dealer. It meets Honda's high

quality standards and is designed to fit your car. Please contact your dealer for more information.

Comfort and Convenience Features

CENTER VENT

The direction of air flow from the vents in the center and each side of

the dashboard is adjustable. Move the tab in the center of each vent upand-down and side-to-side.

The side vents can be opened and

closed with the dial next to it.

SIDE VENT

The heating and cooling system

draws air through the exterior vents at the bottom of the windshield. Keep these vents clear of leaves and other debris.

Heating and Cooling

Comfort and Convenience Features

Heating and Cooling

What Each Control Does

Fan Control Dial

Turning this dial clockwise increases

the fan speed, which increases air flow.

Temperature Control Dial

Turning this dial clockwise increases

the temperature of air flowing from the system.

Mode Buttons

These buttons control the direction

of air flow. The indicator light shows which button is controlling air flow.

Air Conditioning (A/C) Switch

This switch turns the air conditioning ON and OFF. The indicator

above the switch lights when the

A/C is ON.

Comfort and Convenience Features

RECIRCULATION/ FRESH AIR BUTTON

FAN CONTROL DIAL

TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL

Recirculation/Fresh Air Button

This button controls the source of air

going into the system. When the

side of the button is pressed, air comes from outside the car (the Fresh Air mode). When the

side of the button is pressed, the interior air recycles through the system (the Recirculation mode).

AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH

MODE BUTTONS

The indicator light shows which

mode is selected.

Heating and Cooling

How to Use the System

This section covers the best way to use the system for ventilation, cooling, dehumidifying, defrosting and heating. In most cases, the mode and air source selections are only recommendations. You may prefer different settings.

Use mode to heat or cool the interior more quickly, or to keep out smoke and dust. Leaving the system in the recirculation mode with the A/C off can cause the windows to fog up. Switch to

mode as soon as the interior reaches a comfortable temperature or the

outside smoky, dusty condition

clears.

The engine must be running for the heater and air conditioning to provide hot and cold air. The heater

uses engine coolant to warm the air. If the engine is cold, it will be several minutes before you feel warm air circulating.

The air conditioning system does not

depend on engine temperature. It can produce cold air almost immediately.

Controlling Air Flow Direction

Air flows into the interior at three

levels: Toward the floor through the dash vents and toward the windshield and side windows You select the air flow level or combination of levels with the five mode buttons.

Ventilation

Your car has a flow-through ventilation system. Air enters the car through vents in front of the wind-

shield. It circulates through the interior then exits through vents near the rear window. This system provides fresh air even when the car is standing still. To bring in outside air, press the button. Set the fan at a comfortable speed.

CONTINUED

Comfort and Convenience Features

Heating and Cooling

To Cool with A/C

To operate the air conditioning

system, press the air conditioning switch. Set the fan to the desired speed. You can also use the

mode button to direct air out

of the dash and heater vents.

To cool the interior down rapidly

after the car has been sitting in the sun:

AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH

1. Start the engine.

2. Turn on the A/C by pressing the switch.

3. Set the fan to maximum speed.

4. Open the windows partially. Select

and

When the interior reaches a com-

fortable temperature, close the windows and set the system for cooling as described above.

Comfort and Convenience Features

FAN CONTROL DIAL

TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL

Air conditioning places an extra load

on the engine. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page

38) when using the A/C in heavy

traffic or driving up long hills. If it moves near the red zone, turn off the air conditioning until the gauge reads normally.

MODE BUTTONS

To Heat

To warm the interior:

Heating and Cooling

1. Start the engine.

2. Select and

3. Switch the fan to the desired

speed.

4. Adjust the warmth of the air with the temperature control dial.

To Heat and Dehumidify with Air Conditioning

Air conditioning removes moisture from the air as it operates. When used in combination with the heater, it makes the interior warm and dry.

1. Switch the fan on.

2. Turn on the air conditioning.

3. Select and any desired mode button.

4. Adjust the temperature control dial so the mixture of heated and cooled air feels comfortable.

FAN CONTROL DIAL

TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL

This setting is suitable for all driving

conditions whenever the outside temperature is above 32°F (0°C).

AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH

MODE BUTTONS

CONTINUED

Comfort and Convenience Features

Heating and Cooling

To Defog and Defrost

To remove fog from the inside of the

windows:

1. Switch the fan on.

2. Turn on the air conditioning.

3. Select and

4. Adjust the temperature control dial so the air flow from the defroster vents feels warm.

5. Turn on the rear window defogger to help clear the rear window.

To remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield and side windows after the car has been sitting out in cold weather:

1. Start the engine.

2. Select and

3. Switch the fan and temperature controls to maximum.

Comfort and Convenience Features

To rapidly remove exterior frost or

ice from the windshield (on very cold days), first select Once the

windshield is clear, select to

avoid fogging the windows.

These settings direct all the air flow

to the defroster vents at the base of the windshield and the side window defroster vents. The air flow will get warmer and clear the windows faster as the engine warms up. You can close the side vents with the dial beside each vent. This will send more warm air to the windshield defroster vents.

For safety, make sure you have a clear view through all the windows before driving away.

To Turn Everything Off

To shut off the system temporarily, turn the fan speed and temperature

control dials all the way OFF. You should shut the system com-

pletely off only for the first few minutes of driving in cold weather, until the engine coolant warms up enough to operate the heater. Keep the fan on at all other times so stale air does not build up in the interior.

Audio System

AM/FM/Cassette Stereo Audio

System

For Canadian LX model only

Your Honda audio system is easy to

use, and will give clear AM/FM reception. The preset buttons allow you to select six stations on each band.

The cassette player features autoreverse for continuous play.

ON/VOL KNOB SEEK BUTTON

TUNE

BAR

CASSETTE SLOT

PRESET BUTTONS

Comfort and Convenience Features

AM/FM BUTTON

Audio System

Operating the Radio

The ignition switch must be in AC-

CESSORY (I) or ON (II) to operate the audio system. Turn the system on by turning the ON/VOL knob clockwise. The radio comes on and displays the frequency of the station it was last tuned to.

Adjust the volume by turning the

ON/VOL knob.

Comfort and Convenience Features

ON/VOL KNOB SEEK BUTTON

TUNE BAR

PRESET BUTTONS

Select the band you want to listen to by pressing the AM/FM button. You will see the selected band and the frequency in the display. STEREO will be displayed next to

the frequency if the station is

broadcasting in FM stereo. The AM

stereo feature is not available.

STEREO INDICATOR

AM/FM BUTTON

Finding the Radio Station

You can use any of three methods to find radio stations on the selected band: TUNE, SEEK, or the Preset buttons.

Audio System

Use the TUNE bar to change the frequency in small increments. Press the top ( ) to go up, and the bottom

( ) to go down. Press and release to change the frequency to the next number.

Press the TUNE bar and hold it to go to a frequency that is far away. The frequency display will begin to count rapidly. It will stop counting when you release the bar.

The SEEK function searches for radio stations with strong signals. Every time you press the ON/VOL button, it advances to the next

station.

Presetting

The preset buttons allow you to store

radio frequencies for later selection.

Each button will store one frequency

on the AM band, and one on the FM band.

To store a frequency:

1. Select the desired band, AM or FM.

2. Use the TUNE or SEEK function to tune the radio to a desired station.

3. Pick the Preset button you want for that station. Press the button and hold it until you hear a beep. Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store a total of six stations each on AM and FM.

Once that station's frequency is stored, simply press and release the proper preset button to tune to it. If you want to change any preset button's selection, store another frequency as described. The frequencies you preset will be lost if your car's battery goes dead or is disconnected.

Adjusting the Sound

Use the Balance and Fader controls

to adjust the sound "direction". The

Balance control moves it left-to-right. The Fader control moves it front-toback.

Use the Tone control to adjust the bass and treble to your liking.

The radio panel illumination comes

on with the instrument panel lights,

even with the radio off. You can turn

off this illumination even with the

radio on by pulling the Balance

control knob out. Check this knob if the lights do not come on with the in-

strument panel lights.

Comfort and Convenience Features

Audio System

Radio Frequencies

Your Honda's radio can tune in all

frequencies in both the AM and FM bands.

Those bands cover these frequen-

cies:

AM band:

530 kilohertz to 1,710 kilohertz FM band:

87.7 megahertz to 107.9 megahertz

Radio stations on the AM band are assigned frequencies at least 10 kilohertz apart (530, 540, 550). Those on the FM band are assigned frequencies at least 0.2 megahertz apart (87.9,88.1,88.3).

Comfort and Convenience Features

ON/VOL KNOB SEEK BUTTON

TUNE BAR

PRESET BUTTONS

Stations must use these exact

frequencies. It is fairly common for

stations to round-off the frequency in

their advertising, so your radio will

show a frequency of 100.9 even

though the announcer may call the

station "FM101."

STEREO INDICATOR

AM/FM BUTTON

Audio System

Operating the Cassette Player

Turn the system ON. Insert the

cassette into the slot with the tape opening to the right. Push the cassette in most of the way. The drive will pull it in the rest of the way and begin to play.

The or will light to show you

which side of the cassette is playing.

The indicates the side you

inserted facing upward is now playing. To play the other side of the tape, press the PROG/PLAY button.

The system also has an Auto-reverse

feature. It will automatically reverse direction when it reaches the end of the cassette. To remove the cassette from the drive, press the EJECT button. The

system automatically ejects the

cassette whenever you turn off the

system or the ignition switch.

EJECT BUTTON

FF/REW BUTTONS

PROG/PLAY BUTTON

CASSETTE SLOT

Cassette Search Functions

Fast forward and rewind allow you to move the tape rapidly to find a desired program. Note which direction the tape is moving from the

Tape Direction Indicator. Press the

FF or REW button to move the tape in the same direction or the opposite direction. It will go back to PLAY

TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR

when you push the PLAY button.

Caring for Cassettes

Damaged cassettes can jam inside

the drive or cause other problems.

See page 97 for information on

cassette care and protection.

Comfort and Convenience Features

Audio System

AM/FM/Cassette Stereo Audio System

For U.S. LX and EX models, and

Canadian EX-R model

Your Honda audio system is easy to use, and will give clear AM/FM reception. The preset buttons allow you to select six stations on AM and twelve stations on FM.

Comfort and Convenience Features

(US:

LX)

TUNE/SEEK

FF/REW/TMS

SWITCH

(US:

EX,

Canada: EX-R)

TUNE/SEEK

FF/REW/TMS

SWITCH

ON/OFF/VOL KNOB CASSETTE SLOT

AM/FM BUTTON

ON/OFF/VOL KNOB CASSETTE SLOT

AM/FM BUTTON

PRESET BUTTONS

Audio System

The cassette system uses

Dolby B®* noise reduction to give excellent sound reproduction. The system also senses when a metal or chromium-dioxide (CrO2) tape is

being played and adjusts accordingly.

On U.S. EX and Canadian EX-R models

The Anti-theft feature disables the

system if it is disconnected from the car's battery. To get the system working again, you must enter a code number.

* Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. "DOLBY" and the double-D symbol

are trademarks of Dolby

Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

(US:

LX)

TUNE/SEEK FF/REW/TMS SWITCH

(US:

EX,

Canada: EX-R)

TUNE/SEEK

FF/REW/TMS

SWITCH

ON/OFF/VOL KNOB

AM/FM BUTTON

ON/OFF/VOL KNOB

AM/FM BUTTON

CASSETTE SLOT

PRESET BUTTONS

CASSETTE SLOT

PRESET BUTTONS

Comfort and Convenience Features

Audio System

Operating the Radio

The ignition switch must be in AC-

CESSORY (I) or ON (II) to operate the audio system. Turn the system

on by turning the ON/OFF/VOL

knob clockwise The radio comes on

and displays the frequency of the

station it was last tuned to. The system turns off when you turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).

Adjust the volume by turning the

ON/OFF /VOL knob.

Select the band you want to listen to

by pressing the AM/FM button. You

will see the selected band and the frequency in the display.

ST will be displayed next to the fre-

quency if the station is broadcasting

in FM stereo. The AM stereo feature

is not available

Comfort and Convenience Features

(US: LX)

(US: EX, Canada: EX-R)

ON/OFF/VOL KNOB

AM/FM

BUTTON

ON/OFF/VOL KNOB

AM/FM BUTTON

STEREO INDICATOR

Audio System

You can use any of three methods to

find radio stations on the selected

band: TUNE, SEEK, or the Preset

buttons. The TUNE function lets you find a

desired frequency. Push the TUNE/

SEEK switch up to change to a

higher frequency, and down to

change to a lower frequency. To change the frequency up or down

a single increment, push and release

the TUNE/SEEK switch. The SEEK function searches the

band for stations with a strong signal.

Depending on which way you push the TUNE/SEEK switch, the system

searches up or down from the

current frequency. Push the switch until you hear a beep, then release it. The system searches until it finds a

station with a strong signal, then

stops. If you do not want to listen to that station, push TUNE/SEEK again.

(US: LX)

(US: EX, Canada: EX-R)

TUNE/SEEK SWITCH

PRESET BUTTONS

Comfort and Convenience Features

Audio System

Presetting

The preset buttons allow you to store

radio frequencies for later selection. Each button will store one frequency on the AM band, and two on the FM band.

To store a frequency:

1. Select the desired band, AM or FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store

two frequencies with each Preset button.

2. Use the TUNE or SEEK function to tune the radio to a desired station.

3. Pick the Preset button you want

for that station. Press the button

and hold it until you hear a beep.

4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store a total of six stations on AM and twelve on FM.

Comfort and Convenience Features

(US: LX)

TUNE/SEEK SWITCH

(US: EX, Canada: EX-R)

TUNE/SEEK SWITCH

AM/FM BUTTON

PRESET BUTTONS

AUTO SELECT LIGHT

PRESET BUTTONS

AUTO SELECT BUTTON

Audio System

On U.S. EX and Canadian EX-R models

The AUTO SELECT function allows

you to find stations easily when you are in an unfamiliar area. Press the

AUTO SELECT button. The system

automatically scans both bands to find six strong stations on AM and twelve on FM, and stores their frequencies in the Preset buttons. You can then use the Preset buttons in the normal manner to select those stations. "A SELECT" stays displayed next to the frequency as a reminder.

If you are in a remote area, AUTO SELECT may not find enough stations to fill all the available presets. If this is the case, you will see a "0" displayed when you press any Preset button that does not have a station stored.

AUTO SELECT does not erase the

stations you have manually preset.

When you return to your normal

reception area, turn off AUTO SELECT by pressing the button again. The light goes out and the Preset buttons can then select the stations you originally set.

You cannot manually store radio

station frequencies in the Preset buttons when AUTO SELECT is ON. If you do not like the stations found by AUTO SELECT, you can still use the TUNE or SEEK function to find other stations.

Comfort and Convenience Features

Audio System

Adjusting the Sound

Use the Balance and Fader controls to adjust the sound "direction". The Balance control moves it left-to-right.

The Fader control moves it front-to-

back.

To use either control, push on the

knob to get it to pop out. Adjust the front-to-back sound to your liking with the outside ring.

Adjust side-to-side sound balance with the knob. Push the knob back in when you are done.

FADER CONTROL

BALANCE CONTROL

BASS

CONTROL

TREBLE CONTROL

The illumination for the radio con-

trols comes on with the instrument panel lights, even if the radio is off.

You can use the Balance control to

turn off the radio panel illumination even with the radio on. Push the control knob so it pops out, then pull it out slightly further. Check this control if the control panel lights do not come on with the instrument panel lights.

Use the Bass and Treble controls to adjust the tone quality to your liking. Push on the knob to get the controls to pop out. Adjust the bass level with the outer ring and the treble level with the knob. When finished, push the knobs back in so there is less chance of accidentally changing your settings.

Comfort and Convenience Features

Audio System

Radio Frequencies

Your Honda's radio can tune in all frequencies in both the AM and FM bands. Those bands cover these frequencies:

AM band: 530 kilohertz to 1,710 kilohertz FM band:

87.7 megahertz to 107.9 megahertz

Radio stations on the AM band are assigned frequencies at least 10 kilohertz apart (530, 540, 550).

Those on the FM band are assigned

frequencies at least 0.2 megahertz apart (87.9, 88.1, 88.3).

Stations must use these exact frequencies. It is fairly common for stations to round-off the frequency in their advertising, so your radio will show a frequency of 100.9 even though the announcer may call the station "FM101."

(US:

LX)

(US:

EX,

Canada: EX-R)

AM/FM

BUTTON

AM/FM BUTTON

STEREO INDICATOR

Comfort and Convenience Features

Audio System

Operating the Cassette Player

Turn the system ON. Insert the

cassette into the slot with the tape opening to the right. Push the cassette in most of the way. The drive will pull it in the rest of the way and begin to play.

The or will light to show you

which side of the cassette is playing. The indicates the side you inserted facing upward is now playing. To play the other side of the tape, press the PROG button.

The system also has an Auto-reverse feature. It will automatically reverse

direction when it reaches the end of the cassette.

Comfort and Convenience Features

(US: LX)

(US: EX, Canada: EX-R)

ON/OFF/VOL KNOB

EJECT BUTTON

ON/OFF/VOL KNOB

EJECT BUTTON

PROG BUTTON

CASSETTE SLOT

PLAY BUTTON

CASSETTE SLOT

PLAY BUTTON

TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR

DOLBY BUTTON

TAPE DIRECTION

INDICATOR

DOLBY BUTTON

Audio System

Dolby® noise reduction turns on when you insert a cassette. If the tape was not recorded with Dolby "B" noise reduction, turn it off by pressing the button.

To remove the cassette from the drive, press one of the EJECT buttons (AM/CD or FM1/FM2). If the AM/CD button is pushed, the system returns to the function last

selected with that button. If the FM1/FM2 button is pushed, the system returns to the FM band last selected.

A cassette automatically ejects whenever you turn off the system or the ignition switch.

(US: LX)

FF/REW/TMS SWITCH

(US: EX, Canada: EX-R)

FF/REW/TMS SWITCH

EJECT BUTTON

PROG BUTTON

PLAY BUTTON

Comfort and Convenience Features

DOLBY BUTTON

REPEAT BUTTON

Audio System

Cassette Search Functions

Once a cassette is playing, you can

use the FF, REW, TMS, or REPEAT

function to look for desired songs or

passages. To rewind the tape, push the FF/

REW/TMS switch down then

release it. You will see REW in the

display. To fast forward the tape,

push the switch up then release it.

You will see FF displayed. To stop

rewind or fast forward, press the

PLAY button. If the system reaches

the end of the cassette while in fast

forward or rewind, it automatically

stops that function, reverses

direction, and begins to play. Press the REPEAT button to replay

the current passage. You will see

RPT displayed. When the system reaches the end of the song or passage that is being played, it automatically goes into rewind. When it senses the beginning of that passage, it goes back to play. The

Comfort and Convenience Features

system will continue repeating this passage until you turn off REPEAT by pressing the button again.

The TMS function lets you skip to the beginning of a song or other passage. The tape skips forward or backward, depending on which direction you push the FF/REW/ TMS switch.

Activate TMS by pushing the FF/ REW/TMS switch and holding it until you hear a beep. If you push the

switch down, you will see REW blinking in the display as the tape rewinds. If you push the switch up, you will see FF blinking in the

display as the tape fast forwards. When the system senses a silent

period on the tape, it goes back to

PLAY mode.

The REPEAT and TMS functions

use silent periods on the tape to find the end of a selection. These features may not work satisfactorily

on tapes that have almost no gap between songs, a high noise level between songs, or silent periods in

the middle of songs.

Caring for Cassettes

Damaged cassettes can jam inside

the drive or cause other problems.

See page 98 for information on

cassette care and protection.

Audio System

Operating the CD Player

Optional for U.S. LX and EX models and Canadian EX-R model

A Compact Disc changer is available

for your car. It holds up to six discs, providing several hours of continuous programming. You operate the CD changer with the same controls used for the radio and cassette player.

Load the desired CD's in the magazine and load the magazine in the changer according to the instructions that came with the unit.

Your dealer has Genuine Honda accessory in-dash CD players available that are operated by the radio controls. If you have one of these units, use the directions in this section (except for multi-disc selection) to operate it.

To operate the CD changer, the

ignition key must be in ACCESSORY

(I) or ON (II). If you are listening to a cassette tape, eject it before playing a CD.

Press the CD button until "CD" appears on the display. Once in the

CD mode, the system will start to play the first track of the first disc in the magazine.

When that disc ends, the next disc in the magazine is loaded and played.

After disc 6 has completed, the system will return to disc 1. To make your own disc selection, push one of the six preset buttons. Your selection will appear in the display and start playing.

You can use the TUNE/SEEK

switch while a disc is playing to select passages and change tracks.

To move rapidly forward within a

track, push up and hold the TUNE/ SEEK switch. Push down and hold the switch to move rapidly backward

within a track. You will hear a beep a

half second after you push the switch up or down. Keep pushing the switch until you think the track has advanced or returned to the desired position. The disc will start playing when you release the switch.

If you push the TUNE/SEEK switch

up and release it before you hear a beep, the system will skip forward to the beginning of the next track on that CD.

If will skip backward to the begin-

ning of the current track if you push the switch down and release it.

CONTINUED

Comfort and Convenience Features

Audio System

(US: LX)

(US: EX,

ON/OFF/VOL KNOB

TUNE/SEEK SWITCH

ON/OFF/VOL KNOB

Canada: EX-R)

SWITCH

Comfort and Convenience Features

CD BUTTON

CD BUTTONTUNE/SEEK

A. SELECT

INDICATOR

RPT INDICATOR

REPEAT BUTTON

RPT INDICATOR

A. SELECT/ REPEAT BUTTON

Audio System

If you push the REPEAT button on the U.S. LX model or the A. SELECT/REPEAT button on the U.S. EX and Canadian EX-R models, the system will continuously play the track you are listening to. You will

see RPT in the display. Push the switch again to turn off the REPEAT mode.

On U.S. EX and Canadian EX-R models

You can get the CD player to randomly select tracks by pressing A. SELECT/REPEAT until you see A. SELECT in the display. With this active, the system selects and plays the tracks randomly, rather than sequentially, on each disc. When the system has played all the tracks on that disc, it loads the next disc and starts to play randomly. The system continues to select and play tracks randomly on each of the six discs until you press the A. SELECT/REPEAT button again.

To turn on random play mode while the system is in the REPEAT mode, turn off REPEAT mode first by pressing the A. SELECT/REPEAT button. Then, press the button again as explained above.

If you change modes to radio or tape while a CD is playing, then change back to CD mode, the same disc and track will play.

If you turn off the system while a CD is playing, either with the ONOFF/VOL knob or by turning off the ignition, the system will begin at the same disc and track when you turn it back on.

If you try to select an empty slot in the magazine, the system will select and play the first track of the next disc in the magazine.

To return to the radio function, press the AM/FM button.

Comfort and Convenience Features

Audio System

CD Error Indications

If you see an error indication on the display, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the car to your Honda dealer.

Comfort and Convenience Features

Caring for the Cassette Player

For Canadian LX model only

The cassette drive picks up dirt and

oxides whenever you play a tape.

This builds up over time and causes

the sound quality to degrade. To prevent this, you should clean the cassette drive after every 30 hours of use. Your dealer has a cleaning kit available for this purpose.

To remind you, a small red light

labelled CLEAN comes on every 50 hours of tape use. If you are already regularly cleaning the tape drive at

least every 30 hours, simply push the

CLEAN light for five seconds to turn it off.

If you do not clean the cassette drive regularly, it may eventually become impossible to remove the deposits

with a normal cleaning kit.

CLEAN LIGHT

CLEAN

The cassette player automatically

ejects cassettes that do not play normally. If it ejects a cassette before it begins to play, it is probably defective and should not be inserted again. You may have a cassette suddenly stop playing, reverse directions once or twice and then eject. This is normally an indication the tape is wound unevenly. It should play normally after being manually rewound.

Use 100-minute or shorter cassettes.

Cassettes longer than 100 minutes

use thinner tape that may break or jam the drive.

Look at a cassette before you insert

it. If the tape is loose, tighten it by turning one of the hubs with a pencil

or your finger.

If the label is peeling off, do not put

it in the player. It may cause the

cassette to jam in the drive mechanism when you try to eject it.

Do not leave cassettes sitting where they are exposed to high heat or humidity, such as on top of the

dashboard or in the player. If a

cassette is exposed to extreme heat

or cold, let it reach a moderate

temperature before putting it in the

player.

CONTINUED

Comfort and Convenience Features

Caring for the Cassette Player

On U.S. LX and EX models, and Canadian EX-R model

CLEAN INDICATOR

PRESET BUTTON

The cassette drive picks up dirt and oxides whenever you play a tape. This builds up over time and causes the sound quality to degrade. To prevent this, you should clean the

cassette drive after every 30 hours of use. Your dealer has a cleaning kit available for this purpose.

After 30 hours of tape use, you will

see CLEAN flashing for 5 seconds in

Comfort and Convenience Features

the display when you insert a tape into the tape slot. If you are already regularly cleaning the tape drive at least every 30 hours, reset the

indicator by pressing the Preset 6 button while the system is in the tape operation mode. Hold the button until you hear a beep and the CLEAN indicator goes out.

If you do not clean the cassette drive regularly, it may eventually become impossible to remove the deposits with a normal cleaning kit.

The cassette player automatically ejects cassettes that do not play normally. If it ejects a cassette before it begins to play, it is probably

defective and should not be inserted again. You may have a cassette suddenly stop playing, reverse directions once or twice and then eject. This is normally an indication the tape is wound unevenly. It should play normally after being manually

rewound. Use 100-minute or shorter cassettes.

Cassettes longer than 100 minutes use thinner tape that may break or

jam the drive.

Look at a cassette before you insert it. If the tape is loose, tighten it by turning one of the hubs with a pencil or your finger.

If the label is peeling off, do not put it in the player. It may cause the cassette to jam in the drive mechanism when you try to eject it.

Do not leave cassettes sitting where they are exposed to high heat or humidity, such as on top of the dashboard or in the player. If a

cassette is exposed to extreme heat

or cold, let it reach a moderate temperature before putting it in the player.

Theft Protection

On U.S. EX and Canadian EX-R models

Your car's audio system will disable itself if it is disconnected from

electrical power for any reason. To

make it work again, the user must

enter a specific five-digit code in the Preset buttons. Because there are hundreds of number combinations possible from five digits, making the system work without knowing the exact code is nearly impossible.

You should have received two copies

of a card that lists your audio system's code number and serial number. It is best to store one of these cards in a safe place at home, and to keep the other in your wallet or purse. In addition, you should write the audio system's serial number in this Owner's Manual. If you should happen to lose both cards, you must obtain the code number from your Honda dealer. To do this, you will need the system's serial number.

If your car's battery is disconnected or goes dead, the audio system will disable itself. If this happens, you will see "Code" in the frequency display the next time you turn on the

system. Use the Preset buttons to enter the five-digit code. If it is entered correctly, the radio will start playing.

If you make a mistake entering the code, do not start over or try to correct your mistake. Complete the five-digit sequence, then enter the correct code. You have three tries to enter the correct code. If you are unsuccessful in three attempts, you must then leave the system on for

one hour before trying again.

You will have to store your favorite

stations in the Preset buttons after

the system begins working. Your

original settings were lost when

power was disconnected.

Comfort and Convenience Features

Before Driving

Before you begin driving your Honda, you should know what gasoline to use, and how to check the levels of important fluids. You also need to know how to properly stow luggage or packages. This section will help you. If you plan to add any accessories to your car, please read the information in this section first.

Break-in Period.............................. 102

Gasoline.......................................... 102

Oxygenated Fuels...................... 102

Driving in Foreign Countries... 103

Service Station Procedures .......... 104

Filling the Fuel Tank................. 104

Opening the Hood ..................... 105

Fuel Economy................................ 108

Vehicle Condition...................... 108

Driving Habits............................ 108

Accessories..................................... 109

Loading Cargo................................ 110

Before Driving

Break-in Period, Gasoline

Break-in Period

Help assure your car's future reliability and performance by paying extra attention to how you drive

during the first 1,000 km (600 miles). During this period:

Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid

acceleration. If you need to add oil, use the

engine oil recommended in this

owner's manual.

Avoid hard braking. New brakes need to be broken-in by moderate use for the first 300 km (200

miles).

You should follow these same re-

commendations with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are relined.

Before Driving

Gasoline

Your Honda operates most effectively on unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number of 86 or higher. Use of a lower octane gasoline can

cause a persistent, heavy metallic rapping noise in the engine that can

lead to mechanical damage. We recommend gasolines containing

detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits.

Using gasoline containing lead will damage your car's emission controls.

This contributes to air pollution and

can void certain parts of your warranty.

Oxygenated Fuels

Some conventional gasolines are being blended with alcohol or an ether compound. These gasolines are collectively referred to as oxygenated fuels. To meet clean air standards, some areas of the United States and Canada use oxygenated fuels to help reduce emissions.

If you use an oxygenated fuel, be

sure it is unleaded and meets the

minimum octane rating requirement.

Before using an oxygenated fuel, try

to confirm the fuel's contents. Some

states/provinces require this information to be posted on the pump.

Honda Accord 1995 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual