Honda 2006 Accord Hybrid - Owner's Manual Manuel d'utilisateur

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Your vehicle is equipped with manyfeatures that work together toprotect you and your passengersduring a crash.The following pages explain how youcanta

Your heating and air conditioningsystem provides a comfortableenvironment in all weatherconditions.The standard audio system hasmany features. This se

Vents, Heating, and A/C100REAR WINDOWDEFOGGER BUTTONFAN CONTROLBUTTONSAUTO BUTTONOFF BUTTONDUAL BUTTONA/C BUTTONTEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL(DRIVER’S SIDE

Vents, Heating, and A/CFeatures101AUTO BUTTONMODE ICONSA/C BUTTONAIR CONDITIONING ICONSFAN CONTROL ICONSDUAL BUTTONTEMPERATURE CONTROLBUTTONS (PASSENG

▲▼The climate control system for yourvehicle can also be operated usingthe voice control system. SeeNavigationsectioninyourQuickStart Guide for an ove

When the recirculation indicator ison, air from the vehicle’s interior issent throughout the system again.When the indicator is off, air isbrought in

Use the mode control buttons oricons to select the vents the air flowsfrom. Some air flows from thedashboard corner vents in all modes.Air flows from

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

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

▲▼−The automatic climate controlsystem adjusts the fan speed andairflow levels to maintain the interiortemperature you select.Press the AUTO button.Se

−−You can manually select variousfunctions of the automatic climatecontrolsystemwhenitisinAUTO.All other features remainautomatically controlled.Makin

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

CONTINUEDYour vehicle has two temperaturecontrol dials, one for the driver, andone for the front passenger.Your vehicle has four temperaturecontrol bu

▲▼▲▼To set the driver’s side temperatureto a different value than thepassenger’s, press the DUAL button,then turn the driver’s control dial orpress th

Theclimatecontrolsystemhastwosensors. A sunlight sensor is in thetop of the dashboard, and atemperature sensor is next to thesteering column. Do not c

Playing the AM/FM Radio112STEREO INDICATORSEEK BARPRESET BARSPWR/VOL KNOBSEEK BARSCANBUTTONPWR/VOLKNOBUPPERDISPLAYPRESETICONSAUDIODISPLAYBUTTONTUNE/SO

−−You can use any of five methods tofind radio stations on the selectedband: TUNE, SEEK, SCAN, AUTOSELECT, and the preset bars oricons.Use the TUNE ba

−−−− Pick the preset number (1 6)you want for that station. Pressthe left or right side of the bar oriconandholdituntilyouhearabeep.Repeat steps 1 thr

−−If you do not like the stations AutoSelect has stored, you can storeother frequencies on the preset barsor icons. Use the TUNE, SEEK, orSCAN functio

−−＋−For vehicles without Navigation SystemFor vehicles with Navigation SystemFor vehicles with Navigation SystemPress the SOUND button or icon, orpres

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

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

CONTINUEDYour vehicle has a supplementalrestraint system (SRS) with frontairbags to help protect the heads andchests of the driver and a front seatpas

Playing a CDFeatures119AUDIODISPLAYBUTTONSEEK/SKIPBARCD LOADINDICATORCD BUTTONSEEK BARPWR/VOLKNOBLOADBUTTONCD SLOTCD LOAD INDICATORLOAD BUTTONRPT BUTT

To load or play CDs, the ignitionswitch must be in the ACCESSORY(I) or the ON(II) position.To listen to satellite radio when a CDis playing, press the

−−＋▲▼You can also load a CD into an emptyposition while a CD is playing. Selectthe empty position (the disc numberindicator is not highlighted) andpre

−−−−−−−−To use the controls, press theAUDIO DISPLAY button; the controlicons will appear on the screen.Push the toplay the next track on the disc. Pus

−− −When you touchthis icon on the audio display orpress the SCAN button, you will geta10secondsamplingofeachtrackon the current CD. You will seeSCAN

To remove the disc that is currentlyplaying, press the eject button. Youwill see ‘‘EJECT’’ in the display.When you press the eject button, thesystem s

If 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, takethe v

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

Playing a Tape (U.S. Vehicles)Features127PWR/VOL KNOBUPPERDISPLAYAUDIODISPLAYBUTTONSEEK BARCD/AUXBUTTONSEEK BARRPT INDICATOR TAPE DIRECTIONINDICATORRP

＊＊The ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.Make sure the open side of the tapeis facing right, then insert the tapemost of

The most important things you needto know about your airbags are:To dotheir job, airbags must inflate withtremendous force. So whileairbags help save

−−−▲▼−Press the side to findthe beginning of the current song orpassage. Press the side to findthe beginning of the next song orpassage. When the syst

If the tape is loose, tighten it byturning the hub with a pencil or yourfinger. If the label is peeling off,remove it or it could cause the tapeto jam

Your vehicle is capable of receivingXM Satellite Radio anywhere in theUnited States except Hawaii, Alaska,and Canada.XMis a registered trademark ofXM

−−The ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II)position.Turn the system on:Turn the PWR/VOL knob to adjustthe volume.Push any of the

−−Once your XM channels are preset,pressing the CH DISC button willselect your preset channels.The scan function samplesall channels for 5 seconds. To

Satellite radio receives signals fromtwo satellites to produce clear, high-quality digital reception. It offersmany channels in several categories.Alo

Depending on where you drive, youmay experience reception problems.Interference can be caused by any ofthese conditions:Drivingonaneast/westroadwitha

While awaiting activation, make sureyour vehicle remains in an open areawith good reception. Once youraudio system is activated, ‘‘category’’or ‘‘CH’’

▲▼＋−＋−＋−The VOL button adjusts the volumeup ( ) or down ( ). Press the topor bottom of the button, hold it untilthe desired volume is reached, thenrel

−If your vehicle’s battery is discon-nected or goes dead, the audiosystem will disable itself. If thishappens, you will see ‘‘CODE’’ in thefrequencydi

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

If your vehicle’s battery isdisconnected or goes dead, you willneed to set the clock.You can quickly set the time to thenearest hour. Pressing and hol

Once the security system is set,opening any door (without using thekey or the remote transmitter), thehood, or the trunk will cause it tosound. It als

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

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

You can cancel cruise control in anyof these ways:Push the CANCEL button on thesteering wheel.Pushthecruisecontrolmasterbutton.Tap the brake pedal.Whe

−Todothis,pressandholdthetwooutside buttons on the HomeLinktransceiver for about 20 seconds,until the red indicator flashes.Release the buttons, then

Plug in the garage door openermotor, then test the HomeLinkbutton by pushing it for about 1second.If the button works,programming is complete.If the b

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

Youshoulderaseallthreecodesbefore selling the vehicle.Toerasethecodesstoredinallthreebuttons, press and hold the twooutside buttons until the redindic

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

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

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

Remove the fuel fill cap slowly.You may hear a hissing sound aspressure inside the tank escapes.The fuel fill cap is attached to thefuel filler with a

To Open the Hood:Park the vehicle, and set theparking brake. Pull the hoodrelease handle located under thelower left corner of the dashboard.The hood

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

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

Always drive in the highest gearpossible.Try to maintain a constant speed.Everytimeyouslowdownandspeed up, your vehicle uses extrafuel. Use cruise con

Before installing any accessory:Make sure the accessory does notobscure any lights, or interferewith proper vehicle operation orperformance.When prope

Removing parts from your vehicle,or replacing components withaftermarket components couldseriously affect your vehicle’shandling, stability, and relia

Your vehicle has several convenientstorage areas:Glove boxRoof-rack (if installed)Console compartmentCenter pocketTrunkDoor pocketsSeat-back pocketsHo

Adjust the driver’s head restraint sothe back of your head rests againstthe center of the restraint.Have passengers with adjustablehead restraints adj

−×The maximum load for your vehicleis 850 lbs (395 kg). This figureincludes the total weight of alloccupants, cargo, and accessories,and the tongue lo

Store or secure all items that couldbe thrown around and hurtsomeone during a crash.If you carry large items thatprevent you from closing the trunklid

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

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...Preparing to Drive . 164...Starting the Engine . 165...Automatic Transmission . 166Shift Lever

Youshoulddothefollowingchecksand adjustments before you driveyour vehicle.Make sure all windows, mirrors,and outside lights are clean andunobstructed.

Apply the parking brake.In cold weather, turn off allelectrical accessories to reducethe drain on the battery.Make sure the shift lever is inPark. Pre

These indicators between the tacho-meter and speedometer show whichposition the shift lever is in.The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for afew seconds when y

−−−−−If you have done all of the above andstill cannot move the lever out ofPark, see onpage .You must also press the releasebutton to shift into Park

−−This position locksthe transmission in second gear. Itdoes not downshift to first gearwhen you come to a stop.Use second gear:For starting out on a

If the seat belt touches or crossesyour neck, or if it crosses your arminstead of your shoulder, you need toadjust the seat belt anchor height.Insert

Put a cloth on the edge of the shiftlock release slot cover next to theshift lever. Use a small flat-tippedscrewdriverorfingernailfiletoremove the cov

Push down on the key while youpressthereleasebuttonontheshift lever and move the shift leverout of Park to neutral.Remove the key from the ShiftLock R

−−The engine restarts when yourelease the brake pedal. Even whileyou are pressing down on the brakepedal, the engine restarts if theconditions below a

If you open the driver’s door whenAuto Stop is active, the indicator willblink and you will hear a continuousbeep. The beep will stop when youclose th

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

The anti-lock brake system (ABS)helps prevent the brakes fromlocking up, and helps you retainsteering control by pumping thebrakes rapidly, much faste

Test your brakes as instructed onpage . If the brakes feel normal,drive slowly and have your vehiclerepaired by your dealer as soon aspossible. Avoid

When VSA activates, you will see theVSA activation indicator blink. Theremayalsobesomeunusualnoisefrom the modulator.When VSA activates, you may notic

Without VSA, your vehicle will havenormal braking and cornering ability,but it will not have VSA traction andstability enhancement.VSA is turned on ev

After all occupants have adjustedtheir seats and put on seat belts, it isvery important that they continue tosit upright, well back in their seats,wit

Your vehicle has been designed toprimarily carry passengers and theircargo. You can also use it to tow atrailer if you carefully observe theload limit

To achieve a proper tongue load,start by loading 60 % of the loadtoward the front of the trailer and 40% toward the rear, then re-adjust theload as ne

Honda recommends that any trailerhaving a total weight of 1,000 lbs(450 kg) or more be equipped withits own electric or surge-type brakes.If you choos

Askyourtrailersalesorrentalagency if any other items arerecommended or required for yourtowing situation.Since lighting and wiring vary bytrailer type

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

Maketurnsmoreslowlyandwiderthan normal. The trailer tracks asmaller arc than your vehicle, and itcanhitorrunoversomethingthevehicle misses. Allow more

If you have the skills and tools toperform more complex maintenancetasks on your vehicle, you may wantto purchase the service manual. Seepage for info

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

Your vehicle displays engine oil lifeand maintenance service items onthe information display to show youwhen you should have your dealerperform engine

−When the remaining engine oil life is5 to 1 percent, you will see a‘‘SERVICE’’ message in theinformation display, along with thesame maintenance item

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

When the vehicle needsmaintenance, maintenance codesappear on the information display.For an explanation of themaintenance codes, see page .Turn the i

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

−−−−−−＃U.S. Vehicles:Youshouldcheckthefollowingitems at the specified intervals. Ifyou are unsure of how to performany check, turn to the appropriatep

＊＊＃＃−−＃＊Maintenance Minder192Maintenance Main ItemsReplace engine oilReplace engine oil and oil filterInspect front and rear brakesCheck parking brake

Maintenance RecordMaintenance193mimimimimimimimimimimimimimiYou or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here. When maintenance is

Maintenance Record194mimimimimimimimimimimimimimiMaintenancePerformedAB12345AB12345AB12345AB12345AB12345AB12345AB12345SignatureDateMaintenancePerforme

Fluid LocationsMaintenance195ENGINE OIL FILL CAPRADIATOR CAPENGINE OIL DIPSTICK(Orange loop)WASHER FLUID(Blue cap)BRAKE FLUID(Gray cap)AUTOMATICTRANSM

Oil is a major contributor to yourengine’s performance and longevity.Always use a premium-grade 5W-20detergent oil displaying the APICertification Sea

Honda Motor Oil is the preferred5W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. It ishighly recommended that you useHonda Motor Oil in your vehicle foroptimum engin

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

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

If yourhands or arms are close to anairbag cover, they could be injuredif the airbag inflates.Objects onthe covers marked ‘‘SRS AIRBAG’’could interfer

Install a new oil filter according tothe instructions that come with it.Put a new washer on the drain bolt,then reinstall the drain bolt.Tighten it to

Check the level in the windshieldwasher reservoir at least monthlyduring normal use.When you refill the reservoir, cleanthe edges of the windshield wi

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

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

If the level is below the lowermark, remove the fill plug and addfluid into the tube to bring it to theupper mark.Pour the fluid slowly and carefullys

To thoroughly flush the transmission,the technician should drain and refillit with Honda ATF-Z1 (AutomaticTransmission Fluid), then drive thevehicle f

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

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

Remove the electrical connectorfrom the bulb by squeezing theconnector to unlock the tab, thenslide the connector off the bulb.Remove the bulb by turn

To change the passenger’s sidebulb, start the engine, turn thesteering wheel all the way to theleft, and turn off the engine. Tochange the driver’s si

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

To change the passenger’s sidebulb, start the engine, turn thesteering wheel all the way to theleft, and turn off the engine. Tochange the driver’s si

Open the trunk.Remove the holding clips from thelining by using a flat-tippedscrewdriver.Remove the socket by turning itone-quarter turn counterclockw

Open the trunk. Carefully bend back the corner ofthe trunk lid trim to expose thebulbs.Remove the socket by turning itone-quarter turn counterclockwis

Dirt build-up in the loops of the seatbelt anchors can cause the belts toretract slowly. Wipe the insides ofthe loops with a clean clothdampened in mi

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

Remove the blade from its holderby grasping the tabbed end of theblade. Pull firmly until the tabscome out of the holder.Examine the new wiper blades.

Keeping the tires properly inflatedprovides the best combination ofhandling, tread life, and ridingcomfort.Underinflated tires wear unevenly,adversely

If you check air pressures when thetires are hot (driven for severalmiles), you will see readings 4 to 6psi (30 to 40 kPa, 0.3 to 0.4 kgf/cm )higher t

Every time you check inflation, youshould also examine the tires fordamage, foreign objects, and wear.Youshouldlookfor:Have your dealer check the tire

To help increase tire life anddistribute wear more evenly, rotatethe tires according to themaintenance messages displayed onthe information display. M

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

＋Wheel:Tire:See page for DOT tire qualitygrading information, and pagefor tire size information.Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘AllSeason’’ on the sidewall

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

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

If you need to park your vehicle foran extended period (more than 1month), there are several things youshould do to prepare it for storage.Proper prep

Support the front wiper bladearms with a folded towel or rag sothey do not touch the windshield.To minimize sticking, apply asilicone spray lubricant

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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 that isfar

Before mounting the spare tire,wipe any dirt off the mountingsurface of the wheel and hub witha clean cloth. Wipe the hubcarefully;itmaybehotfromdrivi

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

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

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

Turn the ignition switch to theSTART (III) position. If theheadlights do not dim, check thecondition of the fuses. If the fusesareOK,thereisprobablyso

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

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

If you see steam and/or spraycoming from under the hood, turnoff the engine. Wait until you seeno more signs of steam or spray,then open the hood.If y

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

Start the engine and watch the oilpressure indicator. If it does not gooutwithin10seconds,turnofftheengine. There is a mechanicalproblem that needs to

If the charging system indicatorcomes on brightly when the engineis running, the battery is not beingcharged.If the indicator comes on whiledriving, i

If the indicator remains on or thefuel cap was not loose or missing,have the vehicle checked by thedealer as soon as possible.If your vehicle’s batter

Your airbag system includes:A sophisticated electronic systemthat continually monitors andrecords information about thesensors, the control unit, thea

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

Use a screwdriver or coin toremove the round plug in thecenter of the headliner.Insert the moonroof wrench intothe socket behind this plug. Turnthe wr

−−If your vehicle needs to be towed,call a professional towing service oran organization. Never tow yourvehicle with just a rope or chain. It isvery d

With the front wheels on the ground,it is best to tow the vehicle no fartherthan 50 miles (80 km), and keep thespeedbelow35mph(55km/h).If your vehicle

The interior fuse box is on thedriver’s lower left side. To removethe fuse box lid, pull it toward youand take it out of its hinges.The under-hood fus

Check each of the large fuses inthe under-hood fuse box bylooking at the wire inside.Removing these fuses requires aPhillips-head screwdriver.Check th

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

−＋No. No.Amps. Circuits ProtectedNo.Circuits ProtectedAmps.Amps. Circuits Protected1234567891010 A30 A10 A15 A10 ALeft Headlight LowRear Defroster Coi

−−−−−No.No. Amps.Amps.No. Circuits Protected Circuits ProtectedAmps. Circuits Protected171819202122232425262728293031323334353637101112131415167.5 A30

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

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

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

The transmission number is on alabel on top of the transmission.The engine number is stamped onthe front of the engine block.Identification NumbersTec

−−＊＊＊＊Specifications252DimensionsWeightsAir ConditioningCapacitiesCapacitiesHFC-134a (R-134a)17.6 19.4 oz (500 550 g)107.9 in (2,740 mm)61.1 in (1,553

−−−−−−−−−−−−−SpecificationsTechnical Information253EngineAlignmentTiresLightsBatteryFuses12 V 60 W (HB3)12 V 51 W (HB4)12 V 21 W12 V 24/2.2 CPSOHC i-V

−Quality grades can be found whereapplicable on the tire sidewallbetween the tread shoulder and themaximum section width. Forexample:The treadwear gra

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

−−−−−−−−−−−−−Whenever tires are replaced, theyshould be replaced with tires of thesame size. Following is an exampleof tire size with an explanation o

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

The exhaust emissions controlsinclude four systems: PGM-FI,ignition timing control, exhaust gasrecirculation, and three way catalyticconverter. These

Your front airbags are also dual-threshold airbags. Airbags with thisfeature have two deploymentthresholds that depend on whetheror not the occupant i

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).Without touching the acceleratorpedal, start the engine, and let itidle for 20 s

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

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...Customer Service Information . 264...Warranty Coverages . 265Reporting Safety Defects...(U.S. Vehicle) .

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

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

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

−＊＊＊＊２００６ＨＯＮThe publications shown below can be purchased from HelmIncorporated. You can order in any of three ways:Detach and mail the order form on

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

If you ever have a moderate tosevere side impact, sensors willdetect rapid deceleration and signalthe control unit to instantly inflateeither the driv

CONTINUED...Accessories . 156ACCESSORY (Ignition Key...Position) . 78...

...DANGER, Explanation of . ii...Dashboard . 4, 52...Daytime Running Lights . 73...

CONTINUEDExpectant Mothers, Use of Seat...Belts by . 18...Fan, Interior . 102...

...Installing a Child Seat . 39...Tether Anchorage Points . 44...Using LATCH . 40...

CONTINUED...Panel Brightness Control . 73...Park Gear Position . 167...Parking Brake . 9

...Service Manual . 267...Service Station Procedure . 151...Setting the Clock . 139...Shift

Unexpected, Taking Care...of the . 225...Uniform Tire Quality Grading . 254...Unleaded Ga

Service Information SummaryGasoline:Fuel Tank Capacity:Recommended Engine Oil:Brake Fluid:Tire Pressure:Automatic Transmission Fluid:SpareTirePressure

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

When you turn the ignition switch tothe ON (II) position, this indicatorcomes on briefly then goes off. Thistells you the system is workingproperly.Th

California Proposition 65 WarningThis product containsor emits chemicals known to thestate of California to cause cancerand birth defects or otherrepr

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A child who is at least 1 year old, andwho fits within the child seat maker’sweight and height limits, should berestrained in a forward-facing,upright

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

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

Make sure there are no objectsnear the anchors that couldprevent a secure connectionbetween the child seat and theanchors.Move the seat belt buckle or

Other LATCH-compatible seatshave a flexible-type connection asshown above.Whatever type you have, followthe child seat maker’s instructionsfor adjusti

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

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

A child seat with a tether can beinstalled in any seating position inthe back seat, using one of theanchorage points shown above.Since a tether can pr

To determine if a lap/shoulder beltproperly fits a child, have the childput on the seat belt, then askyourself:When a child reaches therecommended wei

Does the shoulder belt crossbetween the child’s neck and arm?Is the lap part of the belt as low aspossible, touching the child’sthighs?Will the child

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

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

Your Vehicle at a Glance4HEATING/COOLINGCONTROLSMIRROR CONTROLSPOWER WINDOWSWITCHESGAUGESHOOD RELEASEHANDLEACCESSORY POWER SOCKETSAUDIO SYSTEMAUTOMATI

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

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

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

Control Locations52POWER WINDOWSWITCHESMIRROR CONTROLSACCESSORY POWER SOCKETSAUDIO SYSTEMHEATING/COOLINGCONTROLSHAZARD WARNINGBUTTONCRUISE CONTROLSTRU

The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.Instrument PanelInstruments and Controls53MALFUNCTIONIND

The instrument panel has manyindicators to give you importantinformation about your vehicle.If this indicator comes on when theengine is running, the

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position, and when the ignitionswitch is turned to th

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position. For more information, seepage .This indicat

This indicator comes on as areminder that you must refuel soon.The left or right turn signal indicatorblinks when you signal a lane changeor turn. If

This indicator comes on when thesecurity system is set. See pagefor more information on thesecurity system.This indicator comes on with thehigh beam h

＊＊ Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual.:Your Vehicle at a GlanceYour Vehicle at a Glance5WINDSHIEL

This indicator comes on when youturn on the cruise control masterbutton (see page ).This indicator comes on when youset the cruise control. See pagefo

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

While the engine is operating in itsmost economical range, thisindicator may come on and stay on.If the vehicle on board diagnosticsystem continues to

Gauges62SELECT/RESET KNOBTRIP METERU.S. model is shown.TEMPERATURE GAUGEFUEL GAUGESPEEDOMETERTACHOMETERCHARGE/ASSIST GAUGEIMA BATTERY LEVEL GAUGEINFOR

This display shows the outsidetemperature in Fahrenheit (U.S.models) or Centigrade (Canadianmodels). To see the outsidetemperature, press and release

±±−−−−− −−−This 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

The display will turn back on whenyou repeat the same procedure instep 3.You can temporarily turn off the TripMileage display.Turn the ignition switch

The battery level gauge does notread the battery level directly. Itcalculates the level by continuouslymeasuring the current flow, voltage,and tempera

The battery temperature willnormalize after a few minutes ofdriving, and the IMA system willwork normally.This gauge shows you the status ofthe integr

This shows how much fuel you have.It may show slightly more or lessthan the actual amount. The needlereturns to the bottom after you turnoff the ignit

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＊＊ Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual.:Controls Near the Steering WheelInstruments and Controls69

−−−−−−−−−MISTOFFINT IntermittentLO Low speedHI High speedWindshield washersPush the right lever up or down toselect a position.The wipers run at highs

−−Turn signalOffParking and interior lightsHeadlight onHigh beamsFlashhighbeamsPush down on theleft lever to signal a left turn and upto signal a righ

− If you remove the key from theignition switch with the headlightswitch on, but do not open the doorand get out, the lights will turn offafter 10 min

With the headlight switch off, thehigh beam headlights and the highbeam indicator come on withreduced brightness when you turnthe ignition switch to t

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

Make any steering wheel adjustmentbefore you start driving.Move the steering wheel up ordown, and in or out to the desiredposition. Make sure you can

Youshouldhavereceivedakeynumber tag with your keys. You willneed this key number if you everhave to get a lost key replaced. Useonly Honda-approved ke

If the system repeatedly does notrecognize the coding of your key,contact your dealer.Do not attempt to alter this systemor add other devices to it. E

−−−−The ignition switch has fourpositions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY(I), ON (II), START (III)You can insert orremove the key only in this position.To turn t

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

With the driver’s door open and thekey in the ignition, both door lockswitches are disabled. They are notdisabled if the driver’s door is closed.Pushi

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

−−Avoid dropping or throwing thetransmitter.Protect the transmitter fromextreme temperature.Do not immerse the transmitter inany liquid.If you lose a

＋To replace the battery:Remove the screw at the base ofthe transmitter with a smallPhillips-head screwdriver.Separate the transmitter by pryingits mid

Pull up on the trunk release leverlocated to the left of the driver’sseat.Lockthetrunkreleaseleverwithyour master key to prevent someonefrom opening t

As a safety feature, your vehicle hasa release lever on the trunk latch sothe trunk can be opened from theinside.To open the trunk, push the releasele

−See pages for important safetyinformation and warnings about how toproperly position seats and seat-backs.1315The controls for the adjustabledriver’s

To adjust the seat forward andbackward, pull up on the lever underthe right side of the seat cushion’sfront edge. Move the seat to thedesired position

To change the seat-back angle, pullup on the lever on the outside of theseat bottom.Your vehicle is equipped with headrestraints in all seating positi

Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position.Push or pull the adjustment knobright, left, up, or down to move themirror.Keeptheinsideandoutsidemirr

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

− To open the driver’swindow, push the window switchfirmly down, then release it. To stopthe window from going all the waydown, pull back on the windo

− If the driver’swindow senses any obstacle while itis closing automatically, it willreverse direction, and then stop. Toclose the window, remove theo

The power window system has a key-off delay function. The windows willstilloperateforupto10minutesafter you turn off the ignition switch.Opening eithe

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

To apply the parking brake, pull thelever up fully. To release it, pull upslightly, push the button, and lowerthe lever. The parking brake light onthe

The vanity mirror lights come onwhen you pull up the cover.Touseavanitymirroronthebackofthe sun visor, pull up the cover.If you drive without fully re

There is a ceiling light on the middleof the ceiling.There are two ceiling lights on thefront of the ceiling.Push the light covers to turn thelights o

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

To open the console compartment,pull up on the right lever and lift thearmrest.To close, lower the armrest, andpush it down until it latches.You can p

Open the glove box by pulling thehandle to the left. Close it with a firmpush. Lock or unlock the glove boxwith the master key.To open the sunglasses