1998-99 Models

Follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule if the severe driving conditions specified in the SEVERE CONDITIONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE do not apply.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE NORMAL CONDITIONS CHART

Service at the indicated distance or time whichever comes first.	miles x 1,000	15	30	45	60	75	90	105	120	NOTE	REFERENCE
	km x 1,000	24	48	72	96	120	144	168	192
	months	12	24	36	48	60	72	84	96
Replace engine oil		Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 12 months								Capacity for change with filter: 3.3 l (3.5 US qt, 2.9 lmp qt)	ENGINE OIL
Replace engine oil filter		•	•	•	•	•	•	•	•		OIL FILTER , REPLACEMENT
Check engine oil and coolant		Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop								Check levels and check for leaks.	ENGINE OIL , RADIATOR
Replace air cleaner element			•		•		•		•		AIR CLEANER (ACL)
Inspect valve clearance		At 30,000 miles (48,000 km) only								Intake: 0.18 - 0.22 mm (0.007 - 0.009 in) Exhaust: 0.23 - 0.27 mm (0.009 - 0.011 in) Measured when cold	VALVE CLEARANCE
Replace spark plugs			•		•		•		•	NGK: ZFR5F-11, DENSO: KJ16CR-L11 Gap: 1.0 - 1.1 mm (0.039 - 0.043 in)	SPARK PLUG INSPECTION
Replace timing belt and inspect water pump								•		Replace the timing belt. Check water pump for signs of seal leakage.	REMOVAL , INSPECTION
Inspect and adjust drive belts			•		•		•		•	Check for cracks and damage. Check deflection and tension at center of following belts pressing with 98 N (10 kgf, 22 lbf) tension: Alternator drive belt: 8.0 - 10.5 mm (0.31 - 0.41 in) P/S pump belt: 10.5 - 14.0 mm (0.41 - 0.55 in) A/C compressor belt: 7.5 - 9.5 mm (0.30 - 0.37 in)	ALTERNATOR BELT INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT PUMP BELT CONDENSER
Inspect idle speed								•		750 ± 50 rpm (M/T: neutral) 750 ± 50 rpm (A/T: [N] or [P] position)	IDLE SPEED SETTING
Replace engine coolant				•		•		•		Capacity for change: M/T: 3.8 l (4.0 US qt, 3.3 lmp qt) A/T: 3.9 l (4.1 US qt, 3.4 lmp qt) Check specific gravity for freezing point.	ENGINE COOLANT REFILLING AND BLEEDING , ENGINE COOLANT REFILLING AND BLEEDING
Replace transmission fluid							•			Manual transmission: Genuine Honda MTF 1.8 l (1.9 qt, 1.6 lmp qt) for change Automatic transmission: 2.7 l (2.9 US qt, 2.4 lmp qt) change with Genuine Honda Premium Formula ATF	MAINTENANCE FLUID LEVEL
Inspect front and rear brakes		•	•	•	•	•	•	•	•	Check the brake pad and disc thickness and free movement. Check the wheel cylinder for leaks. Check the brake linings for cracking, glazing, wear, contamination. Check the calipers for leakage.	FRONT BRAKE PADS , FRONT BRAKE DISC , FRONT BRAKE CALIPER , REAR DRUM BRAKES , INSPECTION , BRAKE HOSES/LINES
Replace brake fluid				•			•			Use Genuine Honda DOT3 brake fluid. Check that brake fluid level is between the upper and lower marks on reservoir.	BLEEDING
Check parking brake adjustment		•	•	•	•	•	•	•	•	Fully engaged 6 to 9 notches.	PARKING BRAKE
Rotate tires (Check tire inflation and condition at least once per month)		Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km)								The suggested rotation method is shown in the diagram of the Owner's Manual.	--
Visually inspect the following items:
Tie-rod ends, steering gear box, and boots		•	•	•	•	•	•	•	•	Check steering linkage for looseness. Check condition of boots. Check for fluid leaks.	POWER STEERING HOSES, LINES
Suspension components										Check the bolts for tightness. Check the condition of ball joint boots.	FRONT SUSPENSION , KNUCKLE/HUB REPLACEMENT , REAR SUSPENSION , HUB BEARING UNIT REPLACEMENT
Driveshaft boots										Check condition of boots.	DRIVESHAFTS
Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)										Check for damage or leakage.	INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT
All fluid levels and condition of fluid										Check levels, condition of fluids, and check for leaks. If brake fluid is low, check brake pad thickness.	RADIATOR , MAINTENANCE , FLUID LEVEL , BLEEDING
Cooling system hoses and connections										Check all hoses for damage, leaks, and deterioration. Check for proper fan operation.	ILLUSTRATED INDEX
Exhaust system*										Check the catalytic converter heat shield, exhaust pipe, and muffler for damage, leaks, and tightness.	EXHAUST PIPE AND MUFFLER
Fuel lines and connections*										Check for leaks. Retighten loose connections and replace any damaged parts.	FUEL LINES
According to state and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on the items marked with an asterisk (*) will not void customer's emission warranties. However, Honda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or mileage period to ensure long-term reliability.

For Canada model: Follow the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SEVERE CONDITIONS CHART .