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2004 Civic Hybrid Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. For a pr

Some safety features do not requireanyactiononyourpart.Theseinclude a strong steel frameworkthat forms a safety cage around thepassenger compartment;

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

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

Playing a CDComfort and Convenience Features99EJECT BUTTONCD SLOTSEEK/SKIP BAR RPT BUTTONCD BUTTON RDM BUTTONRPT INDICATORRDM INDICATORPWR/VOL KNOBMai

−＋−−With the ignition in theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position,insert a CD into the CD slot. Thedrive will pull the CD in the rest ofthe way and begin

When using CD-R discs, use onlyhigh quality CDs labeled for audiouse.When recording a CD-R, therecording must be closed for it tobe used by the CD pla

Cause SolutionIf you see an error message in thedisplay while playing a CD, find thecause in the chart to the right. If youcannot clear the error mess

CauseIf you see an error message in thedisplay while playing a CD, find thecause in the chart to the right. If youcannot clear the error message, take

Playing a TapeComfort and Convenience Features104REW BUTTONPWR/VOL KNOB PLAY/PROG BUTTONSKIP BARFF BUTTONDOLBY INDICATORRPT BUTTONNR BUTTONRPT INDICAT

▲−−＊＊The tape direction indicator willcome on to show you which side ofthe tape is playing. The indicatesthe side you inserted upward in nowplaying. I

− Press the RPT buttonto continuously play a song orpassage. You will see RPT displayed.The track will repeat until you pressthe RPT button again.The

However, you and your passengerscan’t take full advantage of thesesafety features unless you remainsitting in a proper position andalways wear your se

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

If your vehicle’s battery isdisconnected or goes dead, you willneed to set the clock.For example: 1:06 will reset to 1:001:52 will reset to 2:00Press

Accelerate to the desired cruisingspeedabove25mph(40km/h).Cruise control allows you to maintainasetspeedabove25mph(40km/h)without keeping your foot on

Thecruisecontrolmaynotholdtheset speed when you are going up anddown hills. If your speed increasesgoing down a hill, use the brakes toslow down. This

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

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

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

Park with the driver’s side closestto the gas pump.Open the fuel fill door by pushingonthehandletotheleftofthedriver’s seat.The fuel fill cap is attac

Place the cap in the holder on thefuel fill door.Stop filling the tank after the fuelnozzle automatically clicks off. Donot try to ‘‘top off’’ the tan

When properly worn, seat belts:Help protect you in almost everytype of crash, including frontal,side, and rear impacts androllovers.Help keep you from

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

Wait a few minutes after turning theengine off before you check the oil.Remove the dipstick (orange loop).Wipe the dipstick with a cleancloth or paper

Always maintain your vehicleaccording to the maintenanceschedule. See(see page).an underinflated tirecauses more ‘‘rolling resistance,’’which uses fue

If air conditioning is needed, you cansave some fuel by using the A/C in‘‘ECON’’ mode. When the outsidetemperature is above freezing, thismode allows

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

Some examples are:Raising your vehicle with anaftermarket suspension kit canaffect the handling and stability.Aftermarket wheels, because theyare a un

Your vehicle has several convenientstorage areas:Glove boxFront door and seat-back pocketsConsole compartmentTrunkHowever, carrying too much cargo,or

×−To determine the correct cargo andluggage load limit:Locate the statement, ‘‘thecombined weight of occupants andcargo should never exceed 850 lbs(39

Do not spill any liquids over the airintake and also do not put any smallforeign objects in it. This maydamage the IMA battery and thepower control un

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

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

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

Apply the parking brake.In cold weather, turn off allelectrical accessories to reducethe drain on the battery.Push the clutch pedal down all theway.Ma

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

To maximize fuel economy, yourCivic Hybrid has an Auto Idle Stopfunction. Under certain conditions,the engine will shut off when youcome to a stop. Th

This indicator will blink, and you willhear a continuous beep, if you openthe door when Auto Stop is active.The beep will stop when you closethe door.

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

−To shift from any position, pressfirmly on the brake pedal and pressthe release button on the front of theshiftlever.YoucannotshiftoutofPark when the

−−−−−Press the brakepedal and press the release button tothe front of shift lever to shift fromPark to Reverse. To shift fromReverse to Neutral, come

Insert the key in the Shift LockRelease slot.Remove the key from the ShiftLock Release slot, then reinstallthecover.Makesurethenotchonthe cover is on

The rest of this section gives moredetailed information about how youcan maximize your safety.Remember however, that no safetysystem can prevent all i

To maximize fuel economy, yourCivic Hybrid has an Auto Idle Stopfunction. Under certain conditions,the engine will shut off when youcome to a stop. Th

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

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

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

such as trying to take acorner too fast or making a suddenlane change.Always steer moderatelywhen you are braking hard. Severeor sharp steering wheel

Your vehicle is not designed to tow atrailer. Attempting to do so can voidyour warranties.Towing a TrailerDriving142Main MenuTable of Contents

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

All service items not detailed in thissection should be performed by aHonda technician or qualifiedmechanic.To eliminate potential hazards, readthe in

−−Avoid exceeding your vehicle’sload limit. This puts excess stresson the engine, brakes, and manyother vehicle parts. The load limitis shown on the t

＃−−−−−−Your authorized Honda dealerknows your vehicle best and canprovide competent, efficient service.However, service at a dealer is notmandatory to

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

＃＊＊＃＃＊＊−Follow the Normal MaintenanceSchedule if the severe drivingconditions specified in the SevereConditions Maintenance Schedule onthe next page d

＊＊＊＃＊＃＃＊＊＊＊−Follow the Severe MaintenanceSchedule if you drive your vehicleMAINLY under one or more of thefollowing conditions:Driving less than 5 mil

(for Normal and Severe Schedules)CONTINUEDMaintenance RecordMaintenance1495,000 mi10,000 mi15,000 mi20,000 mi25,000 mi30,000 mi35,000 mi40,000 mi45,00

(for Normal and Severe Schedules)Maintenance RecordMaintenance15085,000 mi90,000 mi95,000 mi100,000 mi105,000 mi110,000 mi115,000 mi120,000 mi125,000

Fluid LocationsMaintenance151RADIATOR CAPENGINE OIL DIPSTICK(Orange loop)ENGINE OILFILL CAPCONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT)FLUID DIPSTICK (Yel

Unscrew and remove the engine oilfill cap on top of the valve cover.Pour in the oil slowly and carefully soyou do not spill. Clean up any spillsimmedi

Run the engine until it reachesnormal operating temperature,then shut it off.Always change the oil and filteraccording to the recommendations inthe ma

Remove the oil drain bolt andwasher from the bottom of theengine. Drain the oil into anappropriate container.Remove the oil filter and let theremainin

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

If the reserve tank is completelyempty, you should also check thecoolant level in the radiator.When the radiator and engine arecool, relieve any press

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

Check the fluid level in thewindshield washer reservoir at leastmonthly during normal use.The low washerlevel indicator will light when thelevel is lo

Always use Honda ATF-Z1(Automatic Transmission Fluid). Ifit’s not available, you may use aDEXRONIII automatictransmission fluid as a temporaryreplacem

Check the fluid level with thetransmission at normal operatingtemperature and the vehicle sittingon level ground. Remove the under-cover to access the

Check the brake fluid level in thereservoirs monthly.Replace it according to the timerecommendation in the maintenanceschedule.Always use Honda Heavy

Theheadlightswereproperlyaimedwhen your vehicle was new. If youregularly carry heavy items in thetrunk, readjustment may be required.Adjustments shoul

Remove the bulb by turning it one-quarter turn counterclockwise.Remove the electrical connectorfrom the bulb by pushing on thetab and pulling the conn

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

Open the trunk.Remove the screws in the centerof each of the two fasteners on theside of the trunk lining. Pull thelining back.Determine which of the

Open the trunk.Determine which of the two bulbsis burned out: taillight or back-uplight.Remove the socket by turning itone-quarter turn counterclockwi

Reinstall the socket. Turn itclockwise until it locks. Make surethe new bulb is working.If your seat belts get dirty, use a softbrush with a mixture o

Adjust the driver’s head restraint sothe back of your head rests againstthe center of the restraint.Have passengers with adjustablerestraints adjust t

If you use a non-Honda floor mat,make sure it fits properly and that itcanbeusedwiththefloormatanchor. Do not put additional floormats on top of the a

Check the condition of the wiperblades at least every six months.Replace them if you find signs ofcracking in the rubber, areas that aregetting hard,

Examine the new wiper blades. Ifthey have no plastic or metal rein-forcement along the back edge,remove the metal reinforcementstrips from the old wip

The following chart shows therecommended cold tire pressures formost normal driving conditions andspeed.Keeping the tires properly inflatedprovides th

For convenience, the recommendedtire sizes and cold air pressures areon a label on the driver’s doorjamb.For additional technical information,see page

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

＋Wheels:If you ever replace a wheel, makesure that the wheel’s specificationsmatch those of the original wheels.See page for DOT tire qualitygrading i

Because your Honda has limited tireclearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’cable-type traction devices, withrubber chain tensioners on the fronttires. Us

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

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

If necessary, pull up on the belt againto remove any slack, then check thatthe belt rests across the center ofyour chest and over your shoulder.This s

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

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

If you have a flat tire while driving,stop in a safe place to change it.Drive slowly along the shoulder untilyou get to an exit or an area to stopthat

Turn the jack’s endcounterclockwise to loosen it, thenremove the jack.Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turnwith the wheel wrench.Placethejackunderthejackingp

Use the extension and wheelwrench as shown to raise thevehicle until the flat tire is off theground.Remove the flat tire. Place the flattire on the gr

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

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

Diagnosing why your engine won’tstart falls into two areas, dependingon what you hear when you turn thekey to START (III):You hear nothing, or almostn

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

−＋＋Although this seems like a simpleprocedure, you should take severalprecautions.If the booster battery is in anothervehicle, have an assistant start

If a seat belt does not seem to workas it should, it may not protect theoccupant in a crash.Using a seatbelt that is not working properly canresult in

Start your vehicle. If the startermotor still operates slowly, checkthat the jumper cables have goodmetal-to-metal contact.Once your vehicle is runnin

Safely pull to the side of the road.Put the transmission in Neutral orPark, and set the parking brake.Turn off all the accessories, andturn on the haz

Using gloves or a large heavycloth, turn the radiator capcounterclockwise without pushingdown to the first stop. After thepressure releases, push down

The engine running generates the oilpressure. When the Auto Idle Stop isactivated, the engine is stopped, theoil pressure is dropped, and the lowoil p

−−IftheAutoIdleStopisactiveforanextended period, the chargingsystem indicator may come on. If ithappens, start the engine.The charging system indicato

If your vehicle battery has beendisconnected or gone dead, thesecodes are erased. It takes at leastthree days of driving under variousconditions to se

The brake system indicatornormally comes on whenyou turn the ignition switchON (II) and as a reminderto check the parking brake.It will stay lit if yo

The vehicle’s fuses are located inthreefuseboxes.Theinteriorfusebox is located underneath thesteering column. To open it, turn theknobsasshown.The und

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

If the radio fuse is removed, theaudio system will disable itself. Thenexttimeyouturnontheradioyouwill see ‘‘COdE’’ in the frequencydisplay. Use the P

The information and specifications includedin this publication were in effect at the timeof approval for printing. Honda Motor Co.,Ltd. reserves the r

In addition, an occupant who is out ofposition in the front seat can beseriously or fatally injured in a crashby striking interior parts of thevehicle

−−No. Amps. Circuits ProtectedNo. Amps. Circuits Protected1 20 A Cooling Fan123456789101112131415161718192020 A10 A10 A20 A10 A15 A15 A20 A10 A40 A30

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

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

The Vehicle Identification Number(VIN) is the 17-digit number yourHonda dealer uses to register yourvehicle for warranty purposes. It isalso necessary

The Engine Number is stamped intothe engine block.The Transmission Number is on alabel on top of the transmission.The IMA Motor Number is stampedon th

＊＊＊＊Technical InformationSpecifications204DimensionsWeightsEngineCapacities174.8 in (4,440 mm)67.5 in (1,715 mm)56.3 in (1,430 mm)103.1 in (2,620 mm)5

−−−−＊＊−−−−−−−−−−−−−＊＊SpecificationsTechnical Information205Air Conditioning12 Volt BatteryFusesAlignmentTiresLightsHFC-134a (R-134a)17.6 19.4 oz (500

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

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

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

＊＊The United States Clean Air Actsets standards for automobileemissions. It also requires thatautomobile manufacturers explain toowners how their emis

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

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

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

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

...Customer Service Information . 214...Warranty Coverages . 215Reporting Safety Defects...(U.S. Vehicles) .

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

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

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

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

＊＊＊−−＊２００４ＨＯＮValid only for sales within the U.S. Canadian owners shouldcontact their authorized Honda dealer.The publications shown below can be purc

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

CONTINUED...Accessories . 121ACCESSORY (Ignition Key...Position) . 72...

＊...Capacities Chart . 204...Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 46...Carrying Cargo . 123Cassette P

CONTINUED...Power Door Locks . 73...DOT Tire Quality Grading . 206Downshifting, 5-speed Manual...T

...Fuel . 114...Fill Door and Cap . 115...Gau

CONTINUED...Washer Level . 56...Indicators, Instrument Panel . 53...Infant Restraint . 34

...Neutral Gear Position . 135...New Vehicle Break-in . 114...Normal Shift Speeds . 130...

＊＊CONTINUEDReplacing Seat Belts After a...Crash . 21Reserve Tank, Engine...Coolan

Supplemental Restraint...System . 10, 22...Servicing . 28...SRS

To deactivate the lockingmechanism, unlatch the buckle, andlet the seat belt fully retract. Torefasten the belt, pull it out only asfar as needed.For

＊＊...Ventilation . 91...VIN . 202...

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

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

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

During a frontal crash, your seat beltrestrains your lower body and torso,and the airbag helps protect yourhead and chest.This can happen if the sever

Your front airbags are dual-stageairbags. This means they have twoinflation stages that can be ignitedsequentially or simultaneously,depending on cras

(On models equipped)If you ever have a moderate tosevere side impact, the sensors willdetect rapid deceleration and signalthe control unit to instantl

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

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

(On models equipped)To reduce the risk of injury from aninflating side airbag, your vehicle hasan automatic cutoff system for thepassenger’s side airb

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

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

−−−(see pages ).According to accident statistics,children of all ages and sizes aresafer when they are restrained in theback seat. The National Highwa

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

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

−Neverholdaninfantorchildonyour lap. If you are not wearing aseat belt in crash, you could bethrown forward and crush thechild against the dashboard o

In this vehicle, a rear-facing childseatcanbeplacedinanyseatingposition in the back seat, but not inthe front.Never put a rear-facing child seat inthe

We also recommend that a smallchild stay in the child seat as long aspossible, until the child reaches theweight or height limit for the seat.If it is

When buying a child seat, you needto choose between a conventionalchild seat, or one designed for usewith the Lower Anchors and Tethersfor Children (L

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

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

Your vehicle is equipped withLATCH (Lower Anchors andTethers for Children) at the outerrear seats. The lower anchors arelocated between the seat-back

Place the child seat on the vehicleseat, and attach the seat to thelower anchors according to thechild seat maker’s instructions.Other LATCH-compatibl

When not using the LATCH system,all child seats must be secured to thevehicle with the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt.In addition, the lap/shoulder b

After confirming that the belt islocked,thengrabtheshoulderpart of the belt near the buckleandpulluptoremoveanyslackfrom the lap part of the belt.Reme

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

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

Some states also require children touse a booster until they reach agiven age or weight (e.g., 6 years or60lbs).Besuretocheckcurrentlaws in the state

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

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

Your Vehicle at a Glance2AIRBAGSHEATING/COOLING CONTROLSFUEL FILL DOOR RELEASEHOOD RELEASEHANDLEPOWER WINDOWSWITCHESMANUAL TRANSMISSIONTRUNK RELEASEPO

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

On models without side airbagsOn models with side airbagsSafety LabelsDriver and Passenger Safety48HOODMain MenuTable of Contents

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

AT model is shown.Control LocationsInstruments and Controls50HEATING/COOLING CONTROLSFUEL FILL DOOR RELEASETRUNK RELEASECRUISE CONTROL SWITCHESCRUISE

＊＊The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.Instrument PanelInstruments and ControlsAutomatic Tran

Instrument PanelInstruments and ControlsManual Transmission52CRUISE CONTROL INDICATORSIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATORCHARGING SYSTEMINDICATORAUTO IDLE STOPIN

Only on models equipped with sideairbagsThe instrument panel has manyindicators to give you importantinformation about your vehicle. This indicator co

The engine can be severely damagedif this indicator flashes or stays onwhen the engine is running. Forcomplete information, see page .This indicator h

This indicator normally comes onwhen you turn the ignition to ON (II)and goes off after the engine starts.If it comes on at any other time,there is a

This indicator comes on with thehigh beam headlights. See pagefor information on the headlightcontrols.On Canadian models, this indicatorcomes on with

Your Vehicle at a Glance3CRUISE CONTROL SWITCHESECON BUTTONACCESSORY POWERSOCKETHORNHEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALSCRUISE CONTROLMASTER SWITCHREAR WINDOWDEFOG

Canadian models onlyManual TransmissionAutomatic Transmission (CVT)This indicator comes on when youturn the ignition switch to ON (II)with the headlig

Between 8,000 miles (12,800 km)and 10,000 miles (16,000 km), it willcome on for two seconds when youfirst turn the ignition switch to ON(II), and then

GaugesAutomatic Transmission (CVT) is shownInstruments and Controls59TACHOMETERSPEEDOMETERODOMETER/TRIP METER FUEL GAUGEIMA CHARGE/ASSIST GAUGEFUEL MI

The trip meter shows the number ofmiles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada)driven since you last reset it.There are two trip meters: Trip Aand Trip B. Each

You can temporarily turn off theCurrent Fuel Mileage display.This shows how much fuel you have.It may show slightly more or lessthan the actual amount

This gauge shows you the state ofcharge of the battery for theIntegrated Motor Assist (IMA). Thisbattery is recharged by the engine,anddischargedbythe

If the IMA battery is too hot or toocold, the IMA system shuts down toprotect the battery. This disables theIMA assist and Auto Idle Stop, eventhough

Controls Near the Steering WheelInstruments and Controls64MIRROR CONTROLSHEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALSCRUISE CONTROLSWITCHESWINDSHIELDWIPERS/WASHERSREAR WIN

−−−−−−−−−MISTOFFINT IntermittentLO LowHI HighWindshield WashersPush the right lever up or down toselect a position.The wipers are not activated.The wi

−−−Push down on theleft lever to signal a left turn and upto signal a right turn. To signal a lanechange, push lightly on the lever andhold it. The le

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Push the button between the centervents to turn on the hazard warninglights (four-way flashers). Thiscauses all four outside turn signalsand both indi

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

See page for important safetyinformation about how to properlyposition the steering wheel.16Make any steering wheel adjustmentbefore you start driving

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

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

−−−−The ignition switch has fourpositions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY(I), ON (II), and START (III).If the front wheels are turned, theanti-theft lock may mak

Each door has a lock tab on the top.Push the tab down to lock the doorand pull it up to unlock.The childproof door locks aredesigned to prevent childr

To open the trunk, pull the trunkreleasehandletotheleftofthedriver’s seat. To protect items in thetrunk when you need to give the keyto someone else,

−−−Press this button onceto unlock the driver’s door. Push ittwice to unlock the other doors. Ifyou do not open any doors within 30seconds, they will

＋▽◎If it takes several pushes on thebutton to lock or unlock the doors,replace the battery as soon aspossible.Battery type: CR2025To replace the batte

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

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

See page for important safetyinformation and a warning about how toproperly position the head restraints.14The head restraints help protect youand you

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

The light in the AUTO switch comeson when you turn the ignition switchto ON (II).The MAIN switch controls power tothe passengers’ windows. When youpus

Keeptheinsideandoutsidemirrorsclean and adjusted for best visibility.Be sure to adjust the mirrors beforeyou start driving.The inside mirror has day a

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

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

Interior Convenience ItemsInstruments and Controls84VANITY MIRRORGLOVE BOXCOIN BOX CENTER POCKETACCESSORYPOWER SOCKETCOAT HOOKBEVERAGE HOLDERCONSOLE C

Open the glove box by squeezing thehandle. Close it with a firm push.Be careful when you are using thebeverage holders. A spilled liquidthat is very h

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You’ll find many safetyrecommendations throughout thissection, and throughout this manual.Therecommendationsonthispageare the ones we consider to be t

The standard audio system hasmany features. This section de-scribes those features and how touse them. (If you selected anoptional audio system, refer

Comfort and Convenience FeaturesVents, Heating, and A/C88MODE CONTROL DIALTEMPERATURECONTROL DIALFAN CONTROL DIAL RECIRCULATION BUTTONAIR CONDITIONING

CONTINUEDYou can manually set the systemcontrols for ventilation, airconditioning, heating, air flowdirection, and fan speed in variouscombinations.Wh

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

If the interior is very warm,you cancool it down more rapidly by partiallyopening the windows, turning on theA/C, and setting the fan tomaximum speed

To use the heating and coolingsystem in automatic mode, set thesystem as follows.Set the fan control dial to AUTO.Set the mode control dial to AUTO.Se

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

Playing the RadioComfort and Convenience Features94SEEK BARSCAN INDICATORTUNE KNOBA.SELBUTTONSCANBUTTONAM/FM BUTTONA.SEL INDICATORST INDICATORPWR/VOL

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

−−−If you aretraveling far from home and can nolonger receive your preset stations,you can use the Auto Select featureto find stations in the local ar