2006 Honda Accord Coupe Owners Manual

When the CD load indicator turns green and ‘‘LOAd’’ appears in the screen again, insert the next CD in the slot.

Do not try to insert a disc until ‘‘LOAd’’ appears. You could damage the audio unit.

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Repeat this until all six positions are loaded. If you are not loading all six positions, the system begins playing the last CD loaded.

You can also load a CD into an empty position while a CD is playing by touching a disc icon. The system stops playing the current CD and starts the loading sequence. It plays the CD just loaded.

You operate the CD changer with the same controls used for the radio. The numbers of the disc and track playing are shown in the display. These numbers also appear in the upper display.

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To select a different disc, touch the appropriate disc icon or press the ▲ or side of the CH/DISC bar. If you select a loaded position in the CD changer, the system will try to load the CD in the next available slot.

AM/FM/CD Changer

To Change or Select Tracks To use the controls, press the AUDIO DISPLAY button.

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When you touch

TRACK SCAN this icon on the audio display or press the SCAN button, you will get a 10 second sampling of each track on the current CD. You will see TRACK SCAN highlighted on the audio screen and SCAN in the upper display. Press the icon or button again to get out of track scan.

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AM/FM/CD Changer

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When you touch the

DISC SCAN DISC SCAN icon on the audio display, the system gives you a 10
second sampling of the first track on each disc in the in-dash CD changer. You will see DISC SCAN highlighted on the audio screen and D-SCAN in the upper display. Touch the icon again to get out of disc scan.

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When you touch the

RANDOM RANDOM icon on the audio display, the system plays the tracks on the current CD in random order. You will see RANDOM highlighted on the audio screen and RDM in the upper display. To turn this feature off, touch RANDOM again or select a different disc icon.

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TRACK RPT When you touch the TRACK RPT icon, the system continuously plays the same track. You will see TRACK RPT highlighted on the audio screen and RPT in the upper display. Press the icon again to get out of track repeat.

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DISC RPT When you touch the DISC RPT icon on the audio display, the system continuously replays the current CD. You will see DISC RPT highlighted on the audio screen and D-RPT in the upper display. Touch the icon to turn the feature off.

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Each time you

SEEK/SKIP − press and release skips forward to the beginning of the next track. Press and release to skip backward to the beginning of the current track. Press it again to skip to the beginning of the previous track.

To move rapidly within a track, press and hold

or

CH/DISC ▲ ▼ select an icon and play the disc.

Press the

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or

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To Stop Playing a CD OnU.S.models Press the AM/FM or CD/AUX/XM button to switch to the AM/FM radio or satellite radio while a CD is playing. To play the CD, press the CD/AUX/XM button again. OnCanadianmodels Press the AM/FM button to switch to the AM/FM radio while a CD is playing. To play the CD, press the CD/AUX button.

If a tape is in the optional tape player, press the CD/AUX/XM or CD/AUX button to switch to the tape while a CD is playing. Press the CD/AUX/ XM or CD/AUX button again to switch back to the CD changer.

If you turn the system off while a CD is playing, either with the PWR/VOL knob or by turning off the ignition, the disc will stay in the drive. When you turn the system back on, the CD will begin playing where it left off.

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AM/FM/CD Changer

Removing CDs from the In-dash CD Changer To remove the disc currently in play, press the eject ( ) button. When you remove a disc is removed from a slot, the system automatically begins the load sequence so you can load another CD in that position. If you do not remove the disc from the changer within 15 seconds, the system returns to the previous mode (AM/FM or satellite radio). The disc will reload into the system and will remain there in a pause mode.

To remove a different CD from the changer, first select it with the appropriate icon or the CH/DISC bar. When that CD begins playing, press the eject button. Continue pressing the eject button to remove all the discs from the changer.

You can also eject discs when the ignition switch is off. The disc that was last selected is ejected first.

Operating the Optional CD Changer An optional eight disc CD changer is available for your vehicle from your dealer.

This disc changer uses the same controls used for the in-dash CD changer or the radio.

Load the desired CDs into the magazine, and load the magazine into the changer according to the instructions that came with the unit.

To select the CD changer, press the CD/AUX/XM or CD/AUX button. The disc and track numbers will be displayed. To select a different disc, use the CH/DISC bar. To select the previous disc, press the ▲ side to select the next disc in sequence.

side, or

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If you select an empty slot in the magazine, the changer will search for the next available CD to load and play.

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AM/FM/CD Changer

CD Changer Error Messages If you see an error message in the display while operating the CD changer, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error message, take the vehicle to a Honda dealer.

Error Message

Cause

Solution

FOCUS Error

Mechanical Error

Press the CD eject button, and pull out the CDs. Check for an error message, and insert the CDs again. If the message does not disappear or the CDs cannot be pulled out, see your dealer. Press the CD eject button, and pull out the CDs. Check for an error message, and insert the CDs again. If the message does not disappear, or the CDs cannot be pulled out, see your dealer.

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EX-L and EX-V6 models with navigation system

REPEAT INDICATOR

TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR

CD/AUX/XM BUTTON

CD/AUX BUTTON

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SEEK/SKIP BAR

PWR/VOL KNOB

REWIND ICON

UPPER DISPLAY

AUDIO DISPLAY BUTTON

CH/DISC BAR

TUNE/SOUND KNOB

NOISE REDUCTION (NR) ICON

AM/FM/CD Changer

To Play a Tape Optional The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) position. Make sure the open side of the tape is facing right, then insert the tape most of the way into the slot. The system will pull the tape in the rest of the way and begin to play it.

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indicates the

The tape direction indicator comes on to show you which side of the tape is playing. The side you inserted upward is now playing. If you want to play the other side, touch the PLAY/PROG icon. When the player reaches the end of the tape, it will automatically reverse direction and play the other side.

PLAY/PROG ICON

REPEAT ICON

U.S. model is shown.

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: OnCanadianmodels

FAST FORWARD ICON

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AM/FM/CD Changer

First push the AUDIO DISPLAY button before selecting any of the audio icons on the audio screen.

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Dolby noise reduction comes on when you insert a tape. The NR indicator in the display also comes on. If the tape was not recorded in Dolby, turn it off by touching the NR icon. Dolby remains off until you touch the NR icon again.

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Dolby noise reduction is manufactured under

license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. ‘‘DOLBY’’ and the double-D symbol

are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories

Licensing Corporation.

To Stop Playing a Tape To remove the tape, press the eject button on the tape player. If you want to turn the player off, press the PWR/VOL knob or turn off the ignition. The tape will remain in the drive. When you turn the system back on, the tape will be in pause mode. Touch the PLAY/PROG icon.

To switch to the AM/FM radio, Satellite Radio (U.S. models), or CD changer while a tape is playing, press the AM/FM or CD/AUX/XM button (CD/AUX button on Canadian models). To change back to the tape player, push the CD/AUX/XM or CD/AUX button.

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To fast forward the

Tape Search Functions FF/REW tape, push the upper side ( ) of the CH/DISC bar. You will see FF in the upper display. To rewind the tape, push the lower side ( DISC bar. You will see REW displayed. Press either side of the CH/DISC bar or touch the FF, REW or PLAY/PROG icon to take the system out of rewind or fast forward.

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AM/FM/CD Changer

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Press the

SKIP side to find the beginning of the current song or passage. Press the side to find the beginning of the next song or passage. When the system reaches the beginning of a song or passage, it begins to play it.

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REPEAT Touch the RPT icon to continuously play a song or passage. You will see RPT displayed in the upper display. The track will repeat until you touch the RPT icon again.

The skip and repeat

NOTE: functions use silent periods on the tape to find the end of a song or passage. These features may not work if there is almost no gap between selections, a high noise level, or a silent period in the middle of a selection.

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AM/FM Radio Reception

AM/FM Radio Frequencies The radio can receive the complete AM and FM bands. Those bands cover these frequen- cies:

AM band: 530 to 1,710 kilohertz FM band: 87.7 to 107.9 megahertz

Radio stations on the AM band are assigned frequencies at least 10
kilohertz apart (530, 540, 550). Stations 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 could display a frequency of 100.9 even though the announcer may identify the station as ‘‘FM101.’’

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Radio Reception How well the radio receives stations is dependent on many factors, such as the distance from the station’s transmitter, nearby large objects, and atmospheric conditions.

A radio station’s signal gets weaker as you get farther away from its transmitter. If you are listening to an AM station, you will notice the sound volume becoming weaker, and the station drifting in and out. If you are listening to an FM station, you will see the stereo indicator flickering off and on as the signal weakens. Eventually, the stereo indicator will go off and the sound will fade completely as you get out of range of the station’s signal.

Driving very near the transmitter of a station that is broadcasting on a frequency close to the frequency of the station you are listening to can also affect your radio’s reception. You may temporarily hear both stations, or hear only the station you are close to.

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AM/FM Radio Reception

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Radio signals, especially on the FM band, are deflected by large objects such as buildings and hills. Your radio then receives both the direct signal from the station’s transmitter, and the deflected signal. This causes the sound to distort or flutter. This is a main cause of poor radio reception in city driving.

Radio reception can be affected by atmospheric conditions such as thunderstorms, high humidity, and even sunspots. You may be able to receive a distant radio station one day and not receive it the next day because of a change in conditions.

Electrical interference from passing vehicles and stationary sources can cause temporary reception problems.

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XM Satellite Radio Reception

Signal is weaker in these areas.

Signal may be blocked by mountains or large obstacles to the south.

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GROUND REPEATER

Satellite Radio Signals AvailableonsomeU.S.models Satellite radio receives signals from two satellites to produce clear, high- quality digital reception. It offers many channels in several categories. Along with a large selection of different types of music, satellite radio also allows you to view channel and category selections in the audio display.

The XM satellites are in orbit over the equator; therefore, objects south of the vehicle may cause satellite reception interruptions. To help compensate for this, ground-based repeaters are placed in major metropolitan areas.

Satellite signals are more likely to be blocked by tall buildings and mountains the farther north you travel from the equator.

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XM Satellite Radio Reception

Receiving Satellite Radio Service If your XM Radio service has expired or you purchased your vehicle from a previous owner, you can listen to a sampling of the broadcasts available on XM Satellite Radio. With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position, push the PWR/VOL knob to turn on the audio system, and press the CD/AUX/XM button. A variety of music types and styles will play.

Depending on where you drive, you may experience reception problems. Interference can be caused by any of these conditions:

Driving on the south side of an east/west mountain road. Driving on the north side of a large commercial truck on an east/west road. Driving in tunnels. Driving on a road beside a vertical wall, steep cliff, or hill to the south of you. Driving on the lower level of a multi-tiered road. Driving on a single lane road alongside dense trees taller than 50 ft. (15 m) to the south of you.

There may also be other geographic situations that could affect satellite radio reception.

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XM Satellite Radio Reception

After you’ve registered with XM Radio, keep your audio system in the Satellite Radio mode while you wait for activation. This should take about 30 minutes.

While waiting for activation, make sure your vehicle remains in an open area with good reception. Once your audio system is activated, ‘‘category’’ or ‘‘CH’’ will appear in the display, and you’ll be able to listen to XM Radio broadcasts. XM Radio will continue to send an activation signal to your vehicle for at least 12 hours from the activation request. If the service has not been activated after 36 hours, contact XM Radio.

www.xmradio.com

If you decide to purchase XM satellite radio service, contact XM Radio at 1-800-852-9696. You will need to give them your radio I.D. number and your credit card number. To get your radio I.D. number:

, or at

Turn the TUNE knob or press the TUNE bar until ‘‘0’’ appears in the display. Your I.D. will appear in the display.

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General Information

When using CD-R discs, use only high quality CDs labeled for audio use.

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

CD-RW discs will not work in this unit.

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

Handle your CDs properly to prevent damage and skipping.

Protecting CDs When a CD is not being played, store it in its case to protect it from dust and other contamination. To prevent warpage, keep CDs out of direct sunlight and extreme heat.

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

A new CD may be rough on the inner and outer edges. The small plastic pieces causing this roughness can flake off and fall on the re- cording surface of the CD, causing skipping or other problems. Remove these pieces by rubbing the inner and outer edges with the side of a pencil or pen.

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

Never try to insert foreign objects in the CD player/CD changer or the magazine.

Protecting Your CDs

Handle a CD by its edges; never touch either surface. Do not place stabilizer rings or labels on the CD. These, along with contamination from fingerprints, liquids, and felt-tip pens, can cause the CD to not play properly or possibly jam in the drive.

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Caring for the Tape Player

Optional The tape player picks up dirt and oxides from the tape. This contamination builds up over time and causes the sound quality to degrade. To prevent this, you should clean the player after every 30 hours of use.

If you do not clean the tape player regularly, it may eventually become impossible to remove the contamination with a normal cleaning kit. Your dealer has a cleaning kit available.

Use 100-minute or shorter tapes. Tapes longer than that may break or jam the drive.

If the tape is loose, tighten it by turning the hub with a pencil or your finger. If the label is peeling off, remove it or it could cause the tape to jam in the player. Never try to insert a warped or damaged tape in the player.

Store tapes in their cases to protect them from dust and moisture. Never place tapes where they will be exposed to direct sunlight, high heat, or high humidity. If a tape is exposed to extreme heat or cold, let it reach a moderate temperature before inserting it into the player.

Never try to insert foreign objects into the tape player.

’’ on the display (on the

If you see the error message ‘‘ upper display on models with navigation system), press the tape eject button to remove the tape from the unit. Make sure the tape is not damaged. If the tape will not eject or the error message stays on after the tape ejects, take the vehicle to your dealer.

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Remote Audio Controls

MODE BUTTON

VOL BUTTON

CH BUTTON

Onallmodelsexceptthe4-cylinderLX Three control buttons for the audio system are mounted in the steering wheel hub. These buttons let you control basic audio functions without removing your hand from the wheel.

▲

) or down (

The VOL button adjusts the volume up ( ). Press the top or bottom of the button, hold it until the desired volume is reached, then release it.

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The MODE button changes the mode. Pressing the button repeatedly selects FM1, FM2, AM, CD (if a CD is loaded), or a tape (if equipped). On models with satellite radio system, you can also select XM1 and XM2.

If you are listening to the radio, use the CH button to change stations. Each time you press the top ( ) of the button, the system goes to the next preset station on the band you are listening to. Press the bottom − station.

) to go back to the previous

＋

If you are playing a CD, the system skips to the beginning of the next track each time you press the top ) of the CH button. Press the ＋ bottom ( beginning of the current track. Press it twice to return to the previous track. You will see the disc and track numbers in the display.

) to return to the

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If you are playing a tape in the optional tape player, press the top ) of the CH button to advance to ＋ the next selection. Press the bottom − selection. The system senses a silent period, then resumes playing.

) to go back to the previous

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Radio Theft Protection

Ononmodelsexceptthe4-cylinderLX Your vehicle’s audio system will disable itself if it is disconnected from electrical power for any reason. To make it work again, you must enter a specific code using the preset bars or the TUNE knob. Because there are hundreds of number combinations possible, making the system work without knowing the exact code is nearly impossible.

You should have received a card that lists your audio system’s code and serial numbers. It is best to store this card in a safe place at home. In addition, you should write the audio system’s serial number in this owner’s manual.

If you lose the card, you must obtain the code number from a dealer. To do this, you will need the system’s serial number.

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If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the radio fuse is removed, the audio system will disable itself. If this happens, you will see ‘‘ ‘‘ the next time you turn on the system. Use the preset bars to enter the code. The code is on the radio code card included in your owner’s manual kit. When it is entered correctly, the radio will start playing.

’’ in the frequency display

’’/

If you make a mistake entering the code, do not start over; complete the sequence, then enter the correct code. You have ten tries to enter the correct code. If you are unsuccessful in ten attempts, you must then leave the system on for 1 hour before trying again.

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Onmodelswithoutnavigationsystem If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead, you will need to set the clock.

To set the time, press the clock set (SOUND) button until you hear a beep. The displayed time begins to blink.

Press and hold the H (preset 4) side of the bar until the hour advances to the desired time. Press and hold the M (preset 5) side of the bar until the minutes advance to the desired time.

Press the clock set (SOUND) button again to enter the set time.

You can quickly set the time to the nearest hour. If the displayed time is before the half hour, pressing the clock set (SOUND) button until you hear a beep, then pressing the R (preset 6) side of the bar sets the clock back to the previous hour. If

PRESET BARS

EX-L and EX-V6 models without navigation system is shown.

the displayed time is after the half hour, the clock sets forward to the beginning of the next hour.

For example: 1:06 will reset to 1:00
1:53 will reset to 2:00

Setting the Clock

CLOCK

CLOCK SET BUTTON

Onmodelswithnavigationsystem The upper display shows the time when the ignition switch is in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. The navigation system receives signals from the Global Positioning System (GPS), and the displayed time is updated automatically by the GPS. Refer to the navigation system owner’s manual to set up the time.

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Security System

The security system helps to protect your vehicle and valuables from theft. The horn sounds and a combination of headlights (low beam), parking lights, side marker lights, and taillights flash if someone attempts to break into your vehicle or remove the radio. This alarm continues for 2
minutes, then it stops. To reset an alarming system before the 2
minutes have elapsed, unlock the driver’s door with the key or the remote transmitter.

The security system automatically sets 15 seconds after you lock the doors, hood, and trunk. For the system to activate, you must lock the doors from the outside with the key, lock tab, door lock switch, or remote transmitter. The security system indicator on the instrument panel starts blinking immediately to show you the system is setting itself.

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SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR

Once the security system is set, opening either door without using the key or the remote transmitter, the hood, or the trunk will cause the system to alarm. It also alarms if the radio is removed from the dashboard or the wiring is cut.

With the system set, you can still open the trunk with the remote transmitter without triggering the alarm. The alarm will sound if the trunk lock is forced, or the trunk is opened with the trunk release handle or the emergency trunk opener.

The security system will not set if the hood, trunk, or either door is not fully closed. Before you leave the vehicle, make sure the doors, trunk, and hood are securely closed.

To see if the system is set

NOTE: after you exit the vehicle, press the LOCK button on the remote transmitter within 5 seconds. If the system is set, the horn will beep once.

Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it.

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Cruise control allows you to maintain a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. It should be used for cruising on straight, open highways. It is not recommended for city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather.

Using Cruise Control

CRUISE BUTTON

Improper use of the cruise control can lead to a crash.

Use the cruise control only when traveling on open highways in good weather.

CANCEL BUTTON

DECEL/SET BUTTON

RES/ACCEL BUTTON

1.

Push in the CRUISE button on the steering wheel. The CRUISE MAIN indicator on the instrument panel will come on.

2.

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

Cruise Control

3.

Press and release the DECEL/ SET button on the steering wheel. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel comes on to show the system is now activated.

Cruise control may not hold the set speed when you are going up and down hills. If your speed increases going down a hill, use the brakes to slow down. This will cancel the cruise control. To resume the set speed, press the RES/ACCEL button. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel will come back on.

When climbing a steep hill, the automatic transmission may downshift to hold the set speed.

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Cruise Control

Changing the Set Speed You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways:

Press and hold the RES/ACCEL button. When you reach the desired cruising speed, release the button.

Push on the accelerator pedal until you reach the desired cruising speed, then press the DECEL/ SET button.

To increase your speed in very small amounts, tap the RES/ ACCEL button. Each time you do this, the vehicle will speed up about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).

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You can decrease the set cruising speed in any of these ways:

If you need to decrease your

NOTE: speed quickly, apply the brakes as you normally would.

Even with 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 vehicle will return to the set cruising speed.

Press and hold the DECEL/SET button. Release the button when you reach the desired speed.

Resting your foot on the brake or clutch pedal cause cruise control to cancel.

To slow down in very small amounts, tap the DECEL/SET button. Each time you do this, your vehicle will slow down about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).

Tap the brake or clutch pedal lightly with your foot. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel will go out. When the vehicle slows to the desired speed, press the DECEL/ SET button.

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Cancelling Cruise Control

CRUISE BUTTON

Resuming the Set Speed When you push the CANCEL button, or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the system will remember the previously-set cruising speed. To return to that speed, accelerate to above 25 mph (40 km/h), then press and release the RES/ACCEL button. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator comes on, and the vehicle will accelerate to the same cruising speed as before.

CANCEL BUTTON

You can cancel cruise control in any of these ways:

Pressing the CRUISE button turns the system off and erases the previous cruising speed.

Tap the brake or clutch pedal.

Push the CANCEL button on the steering wheel.

Push the CRUISE button on the steering wheel.

Cruise Control

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HomeLink Universal Transceiver

They do not have the safety feature that causes the motor to stop and reverse if an obstacle is detected during closing, increasing the risk of injury.

Important Safety Precautions Always refer to the operating instructions and safety information that came with your garage door opener or other equipment you intend to operate with HomeLink. If you do not have this information, contact the manufacturer of the equipment.

For quick and accurate training, make sure the remote control transmitter for the device (garage door, automatic gate, security system, etc.) has a fresh battery.

OnEX-V6model The HomeLink universal transceiver built into your vehicle canbeprogrammedtooperateup three remotely controlled devices around your home, such as garage doors, lighting, or home security systems.

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General Information If you are training HomeLink to operate a garage door or gate, you should unplug the motor for that device during training. Repeatedly pressing the remote control button could burn out the motor.

HomeLink stores the code in a permanent memory. There should be no need to retrain HomeLink if your vehicle’s battery goes dead or is disconnected. If your garage door opener was manufactured before April 1982, you may not be able to program HomeLink to operate it.

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Training HomeLink Beforeyoubegin received your vehicle and have not trained any of the buttons in HomeLink before, you should erase any previously learned codes before training the first button.

To do this, press and hold the two outside buttons on the HomeLink transceiver for about 20 seconds, until the red indicator flashes. Release the buttons, then go to step 1. If you are training the second or third buttons, go directly to step 1.

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Unplug the garage door opener motor from the electrical outlet.

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Holdtheendofthegaragedoor opener remote 2 to 5 inches from HomeLink.Makesureyouarenot blocking your view of the red indicator in HomeLink.

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If the red indicator in HomeLink continues to flash slowly (does not flash rapidly), your remote transmitter may stop transmitting after a short time. Go to step 4.

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Press and hold the remote transmitter button and one of the HomeLink buttons at the same time. While continuing to hold the HomeLink button, press and release the remote transmitter button every 2 seconds.

If the red indicator in HomeLink begins to flash slowly at first, then rapidly, release both buttons, and go to step 5. If the red indicator in HomeLink continues to flash slowly (does not begin to flash rapidly), repeat steps 2 thru 4.

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Plug in the garage door opener motor, then test the HomeLink button by pushing it for about 1

second.

If the button works, programming is complete. If the button does not work go to step 6.

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Push and hold the HomeLink button for a few seconds, then watch the red indicator on HomeLink.

If the indicator stays on or flashes slowly, repeat steps 2
thru 5. If the indicator flashes rapidly for 2 seconds then stays on, you have a rolling code transmitter: Go to ‘‘Training with a Rolling Code System’’ (see page ). 180

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Repeat these steps to train the other two HomeLink buttons to operate any other compatible remotely controlled devices around your home (lighting, automatic gate, security system, etc.).

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Press and hold the remote transmitter button and one of the HomeLink buttons at the same time.

If the red indicator in HomeLink begins to flash slowly at first, then rapidly, release both buttons, and go to step 5.

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TRAINING BUTTON

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Press and hold the button on HomeLink for 3 to 4 seconds.

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Press and hold the HomeLink button again for 3 to 4 seconds. This should turn off the training indicator on the garage door opener unit. (Some systems may require you to press the button up to three times.)

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Press the HomeLink button again. It should operate the garage door.

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Press the training button on the garage door opener unit until the indicator next to the button comes on. The indicator may blink, or come on and stay on. You then have approximately 30 seconds to complete the following steps.

Training With a Rolling Code System For security purposes, newer garage door opening systems use a ‘‘rolling’’ or variable code. Information from the remote control and the garage door opener are needed before HomeLink can operate the garage door opener.

The ‘‘Training HomeLink’’ procedure trains HomeLink to the proper garage door opener code. The following procedure synchronizes HomeLink to the garage door opener so it sends and receives the correct codes.

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Make sure you have properly completed the ‘‘Training HomeLink’’ procedure.

Find the ‘‘training’’ button on your garage door opener unit. The location will vary, depending on the manufacturer.

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Erasing Codes Toerasethecodesstoredinallthree buttons, press and hold the two outside buttons until the red indicator begins to flash, then release the buttons.

Youshoulderaseallthreecodes before selling the vehicle.

Retraining a Button If you want to retrain a programmed button for a new device, you do not have to erase all button memory. You can replace the existing memory code using this procedure:

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Press and hold the HomeLink button to be trained until the HomeLink indicator begins to flash slowly.

If a rolling code transmitter was previously programmed, the indicator will flash rapidly for 2
seconds, and then stay on for about 23 seconds.

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If a standard transmitter was programmed, the indicator will stay on for about 25 seconds.

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Once the HomeLink indicator begins to flash slowly, continue to hold the HomeLink button, and follow steps 3 thru 6 under ‘‘Training HomeLink’’ (see page 178

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Customer Assistance If you have problems with training the HomeLink Universal Transceiver, or would like information on home products that can be operated by HomeLink, call (800) 355-3515. On the Internet, go to www.homelink.com.

HomeLink is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.

As required by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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Before Driving

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

Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation Service Station Procedures

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Refueling Opening and Closing

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Oil Check Engine Coolant Check

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Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation

Break-in Period Help assure your vehicle’s future reliability and performance by paying extra attention to how you drive during the first 600 miles (1,000 km). During this period:

Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration.

Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km).

Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time.

Do not tow a trailer.

Fuel Recommendation Your vehicle is designed to operate on unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number of 87 or higher. Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic rapping noise that can lead to engine damage.

In addition, in order to maintain good performance, fuel economy, and emissions control, we strongly recommend, in areas where it is available, the use of gasoline that does NOT contain manganese-based fuel additives such as MMT.

OnEX-V6modelwithmanual transmission If you drive with the low engine speed (below than about 1,000 rpm), you may feel the engine knocking. In this case, you can use premium unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number of 91 or higher to prevent the engine from knocking.

Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely affect performance, and cause the malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel to come on. If this happens, contact your authorized dealer for service.

Some gasoline today is blended with oxygenates such as ethanol or MTBE. Your vehicle is designed to operate on oxygenated gasoline containing up to 10 percent ethanol by volume and up to 15 percent MTBE by volume. Do not use gasoline containing methanol.

You should also follow these recommendations with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are replaced.

We recommend using quality gasolines containing detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits.

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Fuel Recommendation, Service Station Procedures

Refueling

If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try another service station or switch to another brand of gasoline.

For further important fuel-related information, please refer to your Quick Start Guide

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Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.

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

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Park with the driver’s side closest to the service station pump.

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Open the fuel fill door by pushing on the handle to the left of the driver’s seat.

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Screw the fuel fill cap back on until it clicks at least once. If you do not properly tighten the cap, the malfunction indicator lamp may come on (see page will also see a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message on the information display.

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Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches.

Opening and Closing the Hood

HOOD RELEASE HANDLE

1.

Park the vehicle, and set the parking brake. Pull the hood release handle located under the lower left corner of the dashboard. The hood will pop up slightly.

Service Station Procedures

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Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. You may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes. The fuel fill cap is attached to the fuel filler with a tether. Insert the attachment on the fuel fill cap into the slit on the fuel fill door.

4.

Stop filling the tank after the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off. Do not try to ‘‘top off’’ the tank. Leave some room for the fuel to expand with temperature changes.

Ifthefuelnozzlekeepsclickingoff even though the tank is not full, there may be a problem with your vehicle’s fuel vapor recovery system. The system helps keep fuel vapors from going into the atmosphere. Try filling at another pump. If this does not fix the problem, consult your dealer.

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Service Station Procedures

GRIP

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6-cylinder models

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Put your fingers under the front edge of the hood. The hood latch handle is above the ‘‘H’’ logo. Pull this handle until it releases the hood, then lift the hood.

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4-cylindermodels Pull the support rod out of its clip by holding the grip, and insert the end into the designated hole in the hood.

6-cylindermodels Lift the hood up most of the way. The hydraulic supports will lift it up the rest of the way and hold it up.

If the hood latch handle moves stiffly, or if you can open the hood without lifting the handle, the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated.

To close the hood, lift it up slightly to remove the support rod from the hole. Put the support rod back into its holding clip. Lower the hood to about a foot (30 cm) above the fender, then let it drop. Make sure it is securely latched.

To close the hood, lower the hood to about a foot (30 cm) above the fender, then press down firmly with your hands. Make sure it is securely latched.

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Service Station Procedures

Oil Check

DIPSTICK (Orange Handle)

4-cylinder models Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off before you check the oil.

DIPSTICK (Orange Loop)

6-cylinder models Wipe off the dipstick with a clean 2. cloth or paper towel.

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Remove the dipstick (orange handle/loop).

3.

Insert it all the way back in its hole.

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UPPER MARK LOWER MARK

4-cylinder models Remove the dipstick again, and 4. check the level. It should be between the upper and lower marks.

If it is near or below the lower mark, see 232

Adding Engine Oil

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Service Station Procedures

Engine Coolant Check

RESERVE TANK

MAX

RESERVE TANK

UPPER MARK LOWER MARK

MAX

MIN

6-cylinder models

4-cylinder models Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines. If Adding it is below the MIN line, see Engine Coolant 236

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6-cylinder models Refer to Checks for information about checking other items on your vehicle.

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Fuel Economy

Try to maintain a constant speed. Everytimeyouslowdownand speed up, your vehicle uses extra fuel. Use cruise control when appropriate.

Combine several short trips into one.

The air conditioning puts an extra load on the engine which makes it usemorefuel.Usethefresh-air ventilation when possible.

Improving Fuel Economy

Always maintain your vehicle according to the maintenance messages displayed in the information display. See Maintenance Checks 226

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an underinflated tire Forexample, causes more ‘‘rolling resistance,’’ which uses more fuel.

The build-up of snow or mud on your vehicle’s underside adds weight and rolling resistance. Frequent cleaning helps your fuel mileage and reduces the chance of corrosion.

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

Always drive in the highest gear possible.

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Modifying your vehicle, or installing some non-Honda accessories, can make it unsafe. Before you make any modifications or add any accessories, be sure to read the following information.

Accessories Your dealer has Honda accessories that allow you to personalize your vehicle. These accessories have been designed and approved for your vehicle, and are covered by warranty.

Although non-Honda accessories may fit on your vehicle, they may not meet factory specifications, and could adversely affect your vehicle’s handling and stability.

Improper accessories or modifications can affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, and performance, and cause a crash in which you can be hurt or killed.

Follow all instructions in this owner’s manual regarding accessories and modifications.

When properly installed, cellular phones, alarms, two-way radios, and low-powered audio systems should not interfere with your vehicle’s computer controlled systems, such as your airbags and anti-lock brakes.

Accessories and Modifications

Before installing any accessory:

Make sure the accessory does not obscure any lights, or interfere with proper vehicle operation or performance.

Be sure electronic accessories do not overload electrical circuits (see page the proper operation of your vehicle.

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Before installing any electronic accessory, have the installer contact your dealer for assistance. If possible, have your dealer inspect the final installation.

Do not install accessories on the side pillars or across the rear windows. In these areas, accessories may interfere with proper operation of the side curtain airbags.

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Accessories and Modifications

Larger or smaller wheels and tires can interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s anti-lock brakes and other systems.

Modifying your steering wheel or any other part of your vehicle’s safety features can make the systems ineffective.

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

Modifying Your Vehicle Removing parts from your vehicle, or replacing components with non-Honda components could seriously affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, and reliability.

Some examples are:

Lowering your vehicle with a non-Honda suspension kit that significantly reduces ground clearance can allow the undercarriage to hit speed bumps or other raised objects, which could cause the airbags to deploy.

Raising your vehicle with a non-Honda suspension kit can affect the handling and stability.

Non-Honda wheels, because they are a universal design, can cause excessive stress on suspension components.

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CONSOLE COMPARTMENT

DOOR POCKET

CENTER POCKET

Carrying Cargo

Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas:

Glove box Door and seat-back pockets Trunk, including the rear seats when folded down Center pocket Console compartment Roof-rack (if installed)

However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe. Before carrying any type of cargo, be sure to read the following pages.

TRUNK

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Carrying Cargo

Load Limits The maximum load for your vehicle is 850 lbs (395 kg). This figure includes the total weight of all occupants, cargo, and accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer.

Overloading or improper loading can affect handling and stability and cause a crash in which you can be hurt or killed.

Follow all load limits and other loading guidelines in this manual.

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Locate the statement, ‘‘the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 850
lbs’’ on your vehicle’s placard. [The placard is on the driver’s doorjamb.]

Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.

Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from 850 pounds or 395 kilograms.

Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded in the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity in step 4.

If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle (see page

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