Vehicle Identification

Vehicle Identification Engine Identification Parts Identification

Engine type - E ; 4ZE1 2.6L You can identify your engine from V ; 6VD1 3.2L the VIN. The eighth character of the VIN is the engine code that gives the engine model (refer to the illustration).

Some information in this section may refer to the engine model. The engine number is stamped on the left side (exhaust manifold side) of the cylinder block near the housing.

Vehicle Identification Number The Vehicle Information Plate (VIN) (Service Parts ID Plate) is provided on all vehicle models. This is the legal identification of the vehicle. It appears on a plate It is located on the center dash attached to the left top of the wall inside the engine compart- instrument panel and can be ment. The plate lists the VIN easily seen through the (Vehicle Identification Number), from outside the paint information and all pro- vehicle. The VIN also appears on duction options and special the vehicle's certification label on equipment on the vehicle when it the driver's door lock . was shipped from the factory. Be

Technical Data Vehicle Identification, Vehicle Loading sure to provide this information Vehicle Loading Information Maximum Front and Rear to your authorized Honda Dealer Weight when it is necessary to order The components of your vehicle parts. are designed to provide The weight of the cargo load must satisfactory service only if the be properly distributed over both vehicle is not loaded in excess of the front and rear . The Specifications either the Gross Vehicle Weight Certification Label shows the Rating (GVWR) or the maximum maximum weight that the front These specifications are given front and rear Gross Axle Weight here for information only. Before axle (front GAWR) can carry. It Ratings (GAWRs). These ratings also shows the maximum weight using them, see the cautions and are listed on the Vehicle other instructions throughout that the rear axle (rear GAWR) Certification Label located on the can carry. The GVWR represents this manual. For further left door lock pillar. information, see the Service the maximum permissible loaded Manual covering the or weight of the vehicle and takes body parts in question. Your Your Honda Dealer can advise into account the engine, Honda Dealer may also be able you of the proper loading transmission, frame, springs, to help. conditions for your vehicle. The , axle, and capabilities. use of selected heavier suspension components for Actual loads on the front and rear added durability purposes does axles can only be determined by not increase any of the weight weighing the vehicle. This can be ratings printed on the Vehicle done at highway weight stations Certification Label. or other such commercial weigh stations. Consult your Honda Dealer for assistance. The cargo load should be distributed on both sides as equally as possible.

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Effect on Warranty Vehicle Certification Label Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) is the weight of the originally Your Limited Warranty on your The Certification Label shows equipped vehicle and all items new Honda vehicle does not the GVWR and the front and rear added to it after it has left the apply to any part of your vehicle GAWRs for your vehicle. factory. This includes the driver that has been subject to misuse. and all occupants; and the load Any part which fails because of the vehicle is carrying. The GVW overloading is considered misuse. must not exceed the GVWR. Also, the front and rear gross axle weight must not exceed the front and rear GAWRs.

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Engine

* Oil capacities shown are approximate refill capacities. * After refill, recheck oil level.

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Cooling System

Air Conditioning

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Manual Transmission and Transfer Case and Transfer Case

Fuel Tank Capacity

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Front Suspension Service Brake Independent wishbone arms, torsion bar springs with Hydraulic Front: . stabilizer bar. Rear: Self-adjusting drum brake, leading-trailing (4-cyl. engine) Disc brake (V6 engine) Front Alignment Mechanical, operating on rear (4-cyl. engine). Mechanical, drum in disc, duo-servo, manual-adjusting, operating on rear wheels (V6 engine).

Rear Suspension Battery Semi-elliptic, rubber bushed, leaf type springs and direct double-acting shock absorbers.

Steering Recirculating ball.

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Battery Rear Axle

Front Axle (4WD Model)

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Wheels and Fuses

Fuse boxes are installed on the left underside of the instrument panel and the right side of the engine compartment. Each fuse box contains spare fuse cartridges.

NOTICE Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances of damaging the electrical system. If you do not have a replacement fuse with the proper rating for the circuit, install one with a lower rating.

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Fuse Box: Instrument Panel Fuse Box: Engine Compartment

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Light Bulbs Dimensions and Weights

Note:GVWR — Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

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