2006 CR-V Online Reference Owner's Manual
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Contents
Owner's Identification Form
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... i
A Few Words About Safety.................................................................................................................ii
Important Handling Information.....................................................................................................iii
Your Vehicle at a Glance.....................................................................................................................3
Driver and Passenger Safety ..............................................................................................................5
Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.
Instruments and Controls.................................................................................................................53
Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.
Comfort and Convenience Features .............................................................................................. 97
How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.
Before Driving..................................................................................................................................141
What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
Driving ..............................................................................................................................................155
The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.
Maintenance.....................................................................................................................................183
The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.
Taking Care of the Unexpected......................................................................................................219
This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.
Technical Information.....................................................................................................................243
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada
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A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us.
Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)......................................................................................................259
How to order manuals and other technical literature.
Index...................................................................................................................................................... I
Service Information Summary
A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.
Accord Value Package Audio System
This owner’s manual should be considered
a permanent part of the vehicle and should
remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of
the CR-V. You may find descriptions of
equipment and features that are not on your
particular vehicle.
The information and specifications included
in this publication were in effect at the time
of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co.,
Ltd. reserves the right, however, to
discontinue or change specifications or
design at any time without notice and
without incurring any obligation whatsoever.
Owner’s Identification
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One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to
read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and
convenience items. Afterwards, keep this owner’s manual in your vehicle so
youcanrefertoitatanytime.
Several warranties protect your new vehicle. Read the warranty booklet
thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights
and responsibilities.
Maintaining your vehicle according to the schedules given in this manual
helps to keep your driving trouble-free while it preserves your investment.
When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in mind that your dealer’s staff
is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to your vehicle.
Your dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer
any questions and concerns.
As you read this manual, you will
find information that is preceded by
a symbol. This
information is intended to help you
avoid damage to your vehicle, other
property, or the environment.
California Proposition 65 Warning
This product contains
or emits chemicals known to the
state of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
Event Data Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with one or
more recording devices commonly
referred to as event data recorders
or sensing and diagnostic modules.
Congratulations! Your selection of a 2006 Honda CR-V was a wise
investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure.
Introduction
WARNING:
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Your safety, and the safety of others,
is very important. And operating this
vehicle safely is an important
responsibility.
To help you make informed
decisions about safety, we have
provided operating procedures and
other information on labels and in
this manual. This information alerts
you to potential hazards that could
hurt you or others.
Of course, it is not practical or
possible to warn you about all the
hazards associated with operating or
maintaining your vehicle. You must
use your own good judgement.
You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms,
including:
This entire book is filled with important safety information please read it
carefully.
how to use this vehicle correctly and safely.
such as Driver and Passenger Safety.
such as Important Safety Reminders or Important
Safety Precautions.
These signal words mean:
preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of
three signal words: , , or .
on the vehicle.
AFewWordsAboutSafety
Instructions
Safety Section
Safety Headings
Safety Messages
Safety Labels
DANGER WARNING CAUTION
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You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow
instructions.
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
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Your CR-V has higher ground clearance than a passenger vehicle designed for use only on pavement. Higher ground
clearance has many advantages for off-highway driving. It allows you to travel over bumps, obstacles, and rough
terrain. It also provides good visibility so you can anticipate problems earlier.
These advantages come at some cost. Because your vehicle is taller and rides higher off the ground, it has a high
center of gravity. This means your vehicle can tip or roll over if you make abrupt turns. Utility vehicles have a
significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly
more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. As a reminder, make sure you and your passengers always wear
seat belts.
For information on how to reduce the risk of rollover, read ‘‘Driving Guidelines’’ on page of this manual and the
section on page . Failure to operate your vehicle correctly might result in loss of
control or an accident.
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Off-Highway Driving Guidelines
Important Handling Information
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Your Vehicle at a Glance
Your Vehicle at a Glance
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MIRROR CONTROLS
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE
FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE
A/T model is shown.
HATCH GLASS RELEASE
BUTTON
POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES
(P.86)
(P.89)
POWER DOOR LOCK
MASTER SWITCH
(P.73)
(P.74)
(P.95)
(P.98)
(P.68)
(P.67)
FRONT PASSENGER
AIRBAG
HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
HEATING/COOLING
CONTROLS
ACCESSORY POWER
SOCKET
PARKING BRAKE
AUDIO SYSTEM
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
(P.9 , 23)
DRIVER’S FRONT
AIRBAG
INSTRUMENT PANEL
INDICATORS (P.55)
GAUGES
(P.61)
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
(P.30)
(P.9 , 23)
(P.161)
(P.159)
(P.103)
(P.144)(P.143)
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To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.
If equipped.
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HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER
WINDSHIELD
WIPERS/WASHERS
AUDIO SYSTEM
HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
(P.66)
(P.88)
(P.68)
PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
(P.30)
(P.67)
SHIFT LEVER (A/T)
INSTRUMENT PANEL
BRIGHTNESS
(P.67)
CLOCK
(P.65)
(P.135)
(P.171)
(P.161)
(P.137)
HORN
CRUISE CONTROL
MASTER BUTTON
(P.138)
MOONROOF SWITCH
A/T model is shown.
STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT
(P.69)
CRUISE CONTROL
BUTTONS
(P.138)
PARKING BRAKE
(P.68)
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROLS
VEHICLE STABILITY
ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM
ON/OFF SWITCH
(P.103)
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This section gives you important
information about how to protect
yourself and your passengers. It
shows you how to use seat belts. It
explains how your airbags work. And
it tells you how to properly restrain
infants and children in your vehicle.
.........Important Safety Precautions . 6
.......Your Vehicle’s Safety Features . 7
.........Protecting Adults and Teens . 11
.....1. Close and Lock the Doors . 11
...........2. Adjust the Front Seats . 11
............3. Adjust the Seat-Backs . 12
...4. Adjust the Head Restraints . 13
5. Fasten and Position the
.............................Seat Belts . 14
6. Maintain a Proper Sitting
................................Position . 15
.....Advice for Pregnant Women . 16
...Additional Safety Precautions . 17
Additional Information About
.......................Your Seat Belts . 18
..Seat Belt System Components . 18
......................Lap/Shoulder Belt . 18
Automatic Seat Belt
...............................Tensioners . 19
...............Seat Belt Maintenance . 20
Additional Information About
...........................Your Airbags . 21
......Airbag System Components . 21
How Your Front Airbags
.........................................Work . 23
...How Your Side Airbags Work . 26
How Your Side Curtain
..........................Airbags Work . 28
..How the SRS Indicator Works . 29
How the Side Airbag Off
......................Indicator Works . 29
How the Passenger Airbag
...............Off Indicator Works . 30
.............................Airbag Service . 30
...Additional Safety Precautions . 31
Protecting Children General
................................Guidelines . 32
All Children Must Be
...............................Restrained . 32
All Children Should Sit in a
.................................Back Seat . 33
The Passenger’s Front Airbag
.........Can Pose Serious Risks . 33
If You Must Drive with Several
...................................Children . 35
If a Child Requires Close
..................................Attention . 35
...Additional Safety Precautions . 35
Protecting Infants and Small
...................................Children . 37
.......................Protecting Infants . 37
.........Protecting Small Children . 38
.....................Selecting a Child Seat . 39
....................Installing a Child Seat . 40
...............................With LATCH . 41
.........With a Lap/Shoulder Belt . 43
..............................With a Tether . 45
...........Protecting Larger Children . 46
...............Checking Seat Belt Fit . 47
..................Using a Booster Seat . 47
When Can a Larger Child Sit in
.........................................Front . 48
...Additional Safety Precautions . 49
.............Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 50
...................................Safety Labels . 51
Driver and Passenger Safety
Driver and Passenger Safety
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You’ll find many safety
recommendations throughout this
section, and throughout this manual.
Therecommendationsonthispage
are the ones we consider to be the
most important.
A seat belt is your best protection in
all types of collisions. Airbags are
designed to supplement seat belts,
not replace them. So even though
your vehicle is equipped with airbags,
make sure you and your passengers
always wear your seat belts, and
wear them properly (see page ).
Alcohol and driving don’t mix. Even
one drink can reduce your ability to
respond to changing conditions, and
your reaction time gets worse with
every additional drink. So don’t drink
and drive, and don’t let your friends
drink and drive, either.
While airbags can save lives, they
can cause serious or fatal injuries to
occupants who sit too close to them,
or are not properly restrained.
Infants, young children, and short
adults are at the greatest risk. Be
sure to follow all instructions and
warnings in this manual.
Children age 12 and under should
ride properly restrained in a back
seat, not the front seat. Infants and
smallchildrenshouldberestrained
in a child seat. Larger children
should use a booster seat and a lap/
shoulder belt until they can use the
belt properly without a booster seat
(see pages ).
Excessive speed is a major factor in
crash injuries and deaths. Generally,
the higher the speed, the greater the
risk, but serious injuries can also
occur at lower speeds. Never drive
faster than is safe for current
conditions, regardless of the
maximum speed posted.
Having a tire blowout or a
mechanical failure can be extremely
hazardous. To reduce the possibility
of such problems, check your tire
pressures and condition frequently,
and perform all regularly scheduled
maintenance (see page ).
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Always Wear Your Seat Belt
Don’t Drink and Drive
Be Aware of Airbag Hazards
Restrain All Children
Control Your Speed
Keep Your Vehicle in Safe
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Your vehicle is equipped with many
features that work together to
protect you and your passengers
during a crash.
However, you and your passengers
can’t take full advantage of these
features unless you remain sitting in
a proper position and
. In fact, some safety
features can contribute to injuries if
they are not used properly.
The following pages explain how you
cantakeanactiveroleinprotecting
yourself and your passengers.
Some features do not require any
action on your part. These include a
strong steel framework that forms a
safety cage around the passenger
compartment, front and rear crush
zones, a collapsible steering column,
and tensioners that tighten the front
seat belts in a crash.
Your Vehicle’s Safety Features
always wear
your seat belts
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(1) Safety Cage
(2) Crush Zones
(3) Seats and Seat-Backs
(4) Head Restraints
(5) Collapsible Steering Column
(6) Seat Belts
(7) Front Airbags
(8) Side Airbags
(9) Side Curtain Airbags
(10) Door Locks
(11) Front Seat Belt Tensioners
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Your vehicle is equipped with seat
belts in all seating positions.
Seat belts are the single most
effectivesafetydeviceforadultsand
larger children. (Infants and smaller
children must be properly restrained
in child seats.)
Not wearing a seat belt properly
increases the chance of serious
injury or death in a crash, even
though your vehicle has airbags.
In addition, most states and all
Canadian provinces require you to
wear seat belts.
When properly worn, seat belts:
Help protect you in almost every
type of crash, including frontal,
side, and rear impacts and
rollovers.
Keep you connected to the vehicle
so you can take advantage of the
vehicle’s built-in safety features.
Always wear your seat belt, and
make sure you wear it properly.
Of course, seat belts cannot
completely protect you in every
crash.Butinmostcases,seatbelts
can reduce your risk of serious
injury.
Help keep you in a good position
should the airbags ever deploy. A
good position reduces the risk of
injury from an inflating airbag and
allows you to get the best
advantage from the airbag.
Keep you from being thrown out
of the vehicle.
Help keep you from being thrown
against the inside of the vehicle
and against other occupants.
Your seat belt system also includes
an indicator on the instrument panel
and a beeper to remind you and your
passengers to fasten your seat belts.
Your Vehicle’s Safety Features
Seat Belts
Why Wear Seat Belts
What You Should Do:
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Not wearing a seat belt properly
increases the chance of serious
injury or death in a crash, even
though your vehicle has airbags.
Be sure you and your
passengers always wear seat
belts and wear them properly.
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Your vehicle has a supplemental
restraint system (SRS) with front
airbags to help protect the heads and
chests of the driver and a front seat
passenger during a moderate to
severe frontal collision (see page
for more information on how
your front airbags work).
Your vehicle has side airbags to help
protect the upper torso of the driver
or a front seat passenger during a
moderate to severe side impact (see
page for more information on how
your side airbags work).
Your vehicle also has side curtain
airbags to help protect the heads of
the driver, front passenger, and
passengers in the outer rear seating
positions during a moderate to
severe side impact (see page for
more information on how your side
curtain airbags work).
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Airbags
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The most important things you need
to know about your airbags are:
They are designed to supplement
the seat belts.
To do
their job, airbags must inflate with
tremendous force. So while
airbags help save lives, they can
cause minor injuries or more
serious or even fatal injuries if
occupants are not properly
restrained or sitting properly.
Always wear
your seat belt properly, and sit
upright and as far back from the
steering wheel as possible while
allowing full control of the vehicle. A
front passenger should move their
seat as far back from the dashboard
as possible.
The rest of this section gives more
detailed information about how you
can maximize your safety.
Remember, however, that no safety
system can prevent all injuries or
deaths that can occur in a severe
crash, even when seat belts are
properly worn and the airbags deploy.
Your Vehicle’s Safety Features
Airbags do not replace seat belts.
Airbags offer no protection in rear
impacts, or minor frontal or side
collisions.
Airbags can pose hazards.
What you should do:
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After everyone has entered the
vehicle, be sure the doors are closed
and locked.
Locking the doors reduces the
chance of someone being thrown out
of the vehicle during a crash, and it
helps prevent passengers from
accidentally opening a door and
falling out.
Locking the doors also helps prevent
an outsider from unexpectedly
opening a door when you come to a
stop.
See page for how to lock the
doors.
The following pages provide
instructions on how to properly
protect the driver, adult passengers,
and teenage children who are large
enough and mature enough to drive
or ride in the front.
See pages for important
guidelines on how to properly
protect infants, small children, and
larger children who ride in your
vehicle.
Adjust the driver’s seat as far to the
rear as possible while allowing you to
maintain full control of the vehicle.
Have a front passenger adjust their
seat as far to the rear as possible.
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Close and Lock the Doors Adjust the Front SeatsIntroduction 1. 2.
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If you sit too close to the steering
wheel or dashboard, you can be
seriously injured by an inflating front
airbag, or by striking the steering
wheel or dashboard.
Adjust the driver’s seat-back to a
comfortable, upright position,
leaving ample space between your
chest and the airbag cover in the
center of the steering wheel.
Passengers with adjustable seat-
backs should also adjust their seat-
back to a comfortable, upright
position.
Once your seat is adjusted correctly,
rock it back and forth to make sure
the seat is locked in position.
See page for how to adjust the
front seats.
The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration and Transport
Canada recommend that drivers
allow at least 10 inches (25 cm)
between the center of the steering
wheel and the chest. In addition to
adjusting the seat, you can adjust the
steering wheel up and down (see
page ).
If you cannot get far enough away
from the steering wheel and still
reach the controls, we recommend
that you investigate whether some
type of adaptive equipment may help.
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Sitting too close to a front
airbag can result in serious
injury or death if the front
airbags inflate.
Always sit as far back from the
front airbags as possible.
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Properly adjusted head restraints
will help protect occupants from
whiplash and other crash injuries.
See page for how to adjust the
head restraints.
Have passengers with adjustable
head restraints adjust their restraints
properly as well. Taller persons
should adjust their restraint as high
as possible.
Adjust the driver’s head restraint so
the back of your head rests against
the center of the restraint.
Reclining a seat-back so that the
shoulder part of the belt no longer
rests against the occupant’s chest
reduces the protective capability of
the belt. It also increases the chance
of sliding under the belt in a crash
and being seriously injured. The
farther a seat-back is reclined, the
greater the risk of injury.
See page for how to adjust the
seat-backs.
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Adjust the Head Restraints4.
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Improperly positioning head
restraints reduces their
effectiveness and you can be
seriously injured in a crash.
Make sure head restraints are
in place and positioned properly
before driving.
Reclining the seat-back too far
can result in serious injury or
death in a crash.
Adjust the seat-back to an
upright position, and sit well
back in the seat.
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This spreads the forces of a crash
over the strongest bones in your
upper body.
If the seat belt touches or crosses
your neck, or if it crosses your arm
instead of your shoulder, you need to
adjust the seat belt anchor height.
Position the lap part of the belt as
low as possible across your hips,
then pull up on the shoulder part of
the belt so the lap part fits snugly.
This lets your strong pelvic bones
take the force of a crash and reduces
the chance of internal injuries.
If necessary, pull up on the belt again
to remove any slack, then check that
the belt rests across the center of
your chest and over your shoulder.
Insert the latch plate into the buckle,
then tug on the belt to make sure the
belt is securely latched. Check that
the belt is not twisted, because a
twisted belt can cause serious
injuries in a crash.
The seat belt in the center position
of the back seat can be unlatched
and retracted to allow the back seat
to be folded up or down. See page
for how to unlatch and relatch
the seat belt.
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Fasten and Position the Seat
Belts
5.
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Improperly positioning the seat
belts can cause serious injury
or death in a crash.
Make sure all seat belts are
properly positioned before
driving.
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After all occupants have adjusted
their seats and put on seat belts, it is
very important that they continue to
sit upright, well back in their seats,
with their feet on the floor, until the
vehicle is parked and the engine is
off.
Sitting improperly can increase the
chance of injury during a crash. For
example, if an occupant slouches,
lies down, turns sideways, sits
forward, leans forward or sideways,
or puts one or both feet up, the
chance of injury during a crash is
greatly increased.
The front seats have adjustable seat
belt anchors. To adjust the height of
an anchor, press and hold the release
buttons, and slide the anchor up or
down as needed (it has four
positions).
This could cause
very serious injuries in a crash.
See page for additional
information about your seat belts
and how to take care of them.
Using a seat
belt that is not working properly can
result in serious injury or death.
Have your dealer check the belt as
soon as possible.
If a seat belt does not seem to work
properly, it may not protect the
occupant in a crash.
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Maintain a Proper Sitting
Position
6.
Never place the shoulder portion of a
lap/shoulder belt under your arm or
behind your back.
No one should sit in a seat with an
inoperative seat belt.
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If you are pregnant, the best way to
protect yourself and your unborn
child when driving or riding in a
vehicle is to always wear a seat belt,
and keep the lap part of the belt as
low as possible across the hips.
When driving, remember to sit
upright and adjust the seat as far
back as possible while allowing full
control of the vehicle. When riding
as a front passenger, adjust the seat
as far back as possible.
This will reduce the risk of injuries
to both you and your unborn child
that can be caused by a crash or an
inflating front airbag.
Each time you have a checkup, ask
your doctor if it’s okay for you to
drive.
In addition, an occupant who is out of
position in the front seat can be
seriously or fatally injured in a crash
by striking interior parts of the
vehicle or being struck by an
inflating front airbag.
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Sitting improperly or out of
position can result in serious
injury or death in a crash.
Always sit upright, well back in
the seat, with your feet on the
floor.
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If they do, they
could be very seriously injured in a
crash.
A passenger who is not
wearing a seat belt during a crash
or emergency stop can be thrown
against the inside of the vehicle,
against other occupants, or out of
the vehicle.
If they do, they
could be very seriously injured in a
crash.
Devices intended to improve
occupant comfort or reposition the
shoulder part of a seat belt can
reduce the protective capability of
thebeltandincreasethechanceof
serious injury in a crash.
Carrying hard or sharp
objects on your lap, or driving with
a pipe or other sharp object in
your mouth, can result in injuries
if your front airbag inflates.
Objects on
the covers marked ‘‘SRS AIRBAG’’
could interfere with the proper
operation of the airbags or be
propelled inside the vehicle and
hurt someone if the airbags inflate.
If your
hands or arms are close to an
airbag cover, they could be injured
if the airbag inflates.
If a side airbag or a
side curtain airbag inflates, a cup
holder or other solid object
attached on or near the door could
be propelled inside the vehicle and
hurt someone.
Additional Safety Precautions
Protecting Adults and Teens
Never let passengers ride in the
cargo area or on top of a folded-
down back seat.
Passengers should not stand up or
change seats while the vehicle is
moving.
Two people should never use the
same seat belt.
Do not put any accessories on seat
belts.
Do not place hard or sharp objects
between yourself and a front
airbag.
Do not attach or place objects on
the front airbag covers.
Keep your hands and arms away
from the airbag covers.
Do not attach solid objects on or
near a door.
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Your seat belt system includes lap/
shoulder belts in all five seating
positions. The front seat belts are
also equipped with automatic seat
belt tensioners. To fasten the belt, insert the latch
plate into the buckle, then tug on the
belt to make sure the buckle is
latched (see page for how to
properly position the belt).
To unlock the belt, press the red
PRESSbuttononthebuckle.Guide
the belt across your body so that it
retracts completely. After exiting the
vehicle, be sure the belt is out of the
way and will not get closed in the
door.
All seat belts have an emergency
locking retractor. In normal driving,
the retractor lets you move freely in
your seat while it keeps some
tension on the belt. During a collision
or sudden stop, the retractor
automatically locks the belt to help
restrain your body.
If the shoulder part of the belt is
pulled all the way out, the locking
mechanism will activate. The belt
will retract, but it will not allow the
passenger to move freely.
The lap/shoulder belt goes over
your shoulder, across your chest,
and across your hips.
The seat belts in all positions except
the driver’s have an additional
locking mechanism that must be
activated to secure a child seat (see
page ).
To deactivate the locking
mechanism, unlatch the buckle and
let the seat belt fully retract. To
refasten the seat belt, pull it out only
as far as needed.
The seat belt system
includes an indicator on the
instrument panel and a beeper to
remind you to fasten your seat belt.
If you turn the ignition switch to the
ON (II) position before fastening
your seat belt, the beeper will sound,
and the indicator will flash.
If you do not fasten your seat belt
before the beeper stops, the
indicator will stop flashing but
remain on.
If you continue driving without
fastening your seat belt, the beeper
will sound and the indicator will flash
again at regular intervals.
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The lap/shoulder belt in the center
seating position on the rear seat is
equipped with a detachable anchor
that has two parts: a small latch plate
and an anchor buckle.
For added protection, the front seat
belts are equipped with automatic
seat belt tensioners. When activated,
the tensioners immediately tighten
the belts to help hold the driver and
a front passenger in place.The detachable anchor should
normally be latched whenever the
seat-backs are in an upright position.
For more information about the
detachable anchors (see page ).
When the tensioners are activated,
the seat belts will remain tight until
they are unbuckled in the normal
manner.
The tensioners are designed to
activate in any collision severe
enough to cause the front airbags to
deploy, or if a sensor detects your
vehicle is about to rollover (see page
).
The tensioners can also be activated
during a collision in which the front
airbags . In this case, the
airbags would not be needed, but the
additional restraint could be helpful.
If a side curtain airbag deploys
during a side impact, the tensioner
on that side of the vehicle will also
deploy.
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For safety, you should check the
condition of your seat belts regularly.
The dealer should also inspect the
anchors for damage and replace
them if needed. If the automatic seat
belt tensioners activate during a
crash, they must be replaced.
If a seat belt is worn during a crash,
it must be replaced by your dealer. A
belt that has been worn during a
crash may not provide the same level
of protection in a subsequent crash.
Honda provides a lifetime warranty
on seat belts for U.S. models. See
your
booklet for details.
Pull each belt out fully, and look for
frays, cuts, burns, and wear. Check
that the latches work smoothly and
the belts retract easily. If a belt does
not retract easily, cleaning the belt
may correct the problem (see page
). Any belt that is not in good
condition or working properly will
not provide good protection and
should be replaced as soon as
possible.
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Not checking or maintaining
seat belts can result in serious
injury or death if the seat belts
do not work properly when
needed.
Check your seat belts regularly,
and have any problem
corrected as soon as possible.
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Your airbag system includes:
Two SRS (supplemental restraint
system) front airbags. The driver’s
airbag is stored in the center of
the steering wheel; the front
passenger’sairbagisstoredinthe
dashboard. Both are marked ‘‘SRS
AIRBAG’’ (see page ).
Two side airbags, one for the
driver and one for a front
passenger. The airbags are stored
in the outer edges of the seat-
backs. Both are marked ‘‘SIDE
AIRBAG’’ (see page ).
Two side curtain airbags, one for
each side of the vehicle. The
airbags are stored in the ceiling,
above the side windows. The front
and rear pillars are marked ‘‘SIDE
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(7) Front Passenger’s Weight Sensors
(8) Front Impact Sensors
(9) Passenger Airbag Off Indicator
(10) Side Impact Sensors
(11) Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) Sensors
(12) Front Passenger’s Weight Sensor Unit
(13) SRS Indicator
(14) Roll Rate Sensor
(15) Side Impact Sensors
(16) Seat Belt Buckle Tensioners
(1) Driver’s Airbag
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Automatic front seat belt
tensioners (see page ).
Sensors that can detect a
moderate to severe front impact or
side impact.
Sensors that can detect whether a
child is in the passenger’s side
airbag path and automatically turn
the airbag off (see page ).
A driver’s seat position sensor that
monitors the distance of the seat
from the front airbag. If the seat is
too far forward, the airbag will
inflate with less force (see page
).
Weight sensors that monitor the
weight on the front passenger’s
seat. These automatically turn off
the passenger’s front airbag if
they detect an infant or small child
maybeintheseat(seepage ).
An indicator on the dashboard that
alerts you that the passenger’s
front airbag has been turned off
(see page ).
Emergency backup power in case
your vehicle’s electrical system is
disconnected in a crash.
An indicator on the instrument
panel that alerts you that the
passenger’s side airbag has been
turned off (see page ).
A sophisticated electronic system
that continually monitors and
records information about the
sensors, the control unit, the
airbag activators, the seat belt
tensioners, and driver and front
passenger seat belt use when the
ignition switch is in the ON (II)
position.
A rollover sensor that monitors
the degree and rate your vehicle
may roll over and automatically
deploy the side curtain airbags and
activate the front seat belt
tensioners if needed (see page ).
An indicator on the instrument
panel that alerts you to a possible
problem with your airbags,
sensors, or seat belt tensioners
(see page ).
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During a frontal crash, your seat belt
restrains your lower body and torso,
and the front airbag helps protect
your head and chest.
Although both airbags normally
inflate within split second of each
other, it is possible for only one
airbag to deploy.
This can happen if the severity of a
collision is at the margin, or
threshold, that determines whether
or not the airbags will deploy. In
such cases, the seat belt will provide
sufficient protection, and the
supplemental protection offered by
the airbag would be minimal.
If you ever have a moderate to
severe frontal collision, sensors will
detect the vehicle’s rapid
deceleration.
If the rate of deceleration is high
enough, the control unit will instantly
inflate the driver’s and front
passenger’s airbags, at the time and
with the force needed.
Only the driver’s airbag can deploy if
there is no passenger in the front
seat, or if the advanced airbag
system has turned the passenger’s
airbag off (see page ).
The total time for inflation and
deflation is one-tenth of a second, so
fast that most occupants are not
aware that the airbags deployed until
they see them lying in their laps.
After inflating, the front airbags
immediately deflate, so they won’t
interfere with the driver’s visibility,
or the ability to steer or operate
other controls.
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Your front airbags are also dual-
threshold airbags. Airbags with this
feature have two deployment
thresholds that depend on whether
or not the occupant is wearing a seat
belt.
If the occupant’s belt is ,
the airbag will deploy at a slightly
lower threshold, because the
occupant would need extra
protection.
If the occupant’s belt , the
airbag will inflate at a slightly higher
threshold, when the airbag would be
needed to supplement the protection
provided by the seat belt.
Your front airbags are dual-stage
airbags. This means they have two
inflation stages that can be ignited
sequentially or simultaneously,
depending on crash severity.
In a crash, both stages
will ignite simultaneously to provide
the quickest and greatest protection.
In a crash, one stage will
ignite first, then the second stage
will ignite a split second later. This
provides longer airbag inflation time
with a little less force.
After a crash, you may see what
looks like smoke. This is actually
powder from the airbag’s surface.
Although the powder is not harmful,
people with respiratory problems
mayexperiencesometemporary
discomfort. If this occurs, get out of
the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do
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Your front airbags are also advanced
airbags. The main purpose of this
feature is to help prevent airbag-
caused injuries to short drivers and
children who ride in front.
For both advanced airbags to work
properly:
Occupants must sit upright and
wear their seat belts properly.
Do not spill any liquids on or
under the seats, cover the sensors,
or put any cargo or metal objects
under the front seats.
Back-seat passengers should not
put their feet under the front seats.
Failure to follow these instructions
could damage the sensors or prevent
them from working properly.
The driver’s advanced front airbag
system includes a seat position
sensor under the seat. If the seat is
too far forward, the airbag will
inflate with less force, regardless of
the severity of the impact.
If there is a problem with the sensor,
the SRS Indicator will come on, and
the airbag will inflate in the normal
manner regardless of the driver’s
seating position.
The passenger’s advanced front
airbag system has weight sensors
under the seat. Although Honda
does not encourage carrying an
infant or small child in the front, if
the sensors detect the weight of an
infant or small child, the system will
automatically turn the passenger’s
front airbag off.
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Moving the front seat forcibly
back against cargo on the seat or
floor behind it.
Hanging heavy items on the front
passenger seat, or placing heavy
items in the seat-back pocket.
When the airbag is turned off, an
indicator in the center of the
dashboard will come on indicating
passenger airbag ‘‘OFF’’ (see page
).
Also,makesurethefloormatbehind
the front passenger’s seat is hooked
to the floor mat anchor (see page
). If it is not, the mat may
interfere with the proper operation
of the sensors and operation of the
seat. If you ever have a moderate to
severe side impact, sensors will
detect rapid deceleration and signal
the control unit to instantly inflate
either the driver’s or the passenger’s
side airbag.
If the weight sensors detect there is
no passenger in the front seat, the
airbag will be off. However, the
passenger airbag off indicator will
not come on.
A rear passenger pushing or
pulling on the back of the
passenger’s seat.
To ensure that the passenger’s
advanced front airbag system will
work properly,
This includes:
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do not do anything
that would increase or decrease the
weight on the front passenger’s seat.
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There will be some delay between
the moment the passenger moves
into or out of the airbag deployment
pathandwhentheindicatorcomes
on or goes off.
A front seat passenger should not
use a cushion or other object as a
backrest. It may prevent the cutoff
system from working properly.
Only one airbag will deploy during a
side impact. If the impact is on the
passenger’s side, the passenger’s
side airbag will deploy even if there
is no passenger.
To get the best protection from the
side airbags, front seat occupants
should wear their seat belts and sit
upright and well back in their seats.
To reduce the risk of injury from an
inflating side airbag, your vehicle has
an automatic cutoff system for the
passenger’s side airbag.
Although Honda does not encourage
children to ride in front, this system
is designed to shut off the side
airbag if a child leans into the side
airbag’s path.
Thesideairbagmayalsoshutoffifa
short adult leans sideways, or a
larger adult slouches and leans
sideways into the airbag’s
deployment path.
Objects placed on the front
passenger seat can also cause the
side airbag to be shut off.
If the side airbag off indicator comes
on (see page ), have the
passenger sit upright. Once the
passenger is out of the airbag’s
deployment path, the system will
turn the airbag back on, and the
indicator will go out.
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If the impact is on the passenger’s
side, the passenger’s side curtain
airbag will inflate even if there are no
occupants on that side of the vehicle.
To get the best protection from the
side curtain airbags, occupants
should wear their seat belts and sit
upright and well back in their seats.
In a moderate to severe side impact,
sensors will detect rapid acceleration
and signal the control unit to
instantly inflate the side curtain
airbag and activate the seat belt
tensioner on the driver’s or the
passenger’s side of the vehicle.
A rollover sensor monitors the
degree and rate your vehicle may roll
over and automatically deploy the
side curtain airbags and activate the
front seat belt tensioners (see page
).
In a rollover toward the front
passenger’s side of the vehicle, both
side curtain airbags will inflate and
the front seat belt tensioners will
activate even if there are no
occupants on that side of the vehicle.
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The SRS indicator alerts
you to a potential problem
with your airbags or seat belt
tensioners.
When you turn the ignition switch to
the ON (II) position, this indicator
comes on briefly then goes off. This
tells you the system is working
properly.
If the indicator comes on or
flashesonandoffwhileyoudrive.
If the indicator stays on after the
engine starts.
If the SRS indicator does not come
on after you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position.
If the indicator comes on at any
other time, or does not come on at all,
you should have the system checked
by your dealer. For example:
If you see any of these indications,
the airbags and seat belt tensioners
may not work properly when you
need them.
This indicator alerts you that the
passenger’s side airbag has been
shut off because weight sensors
detect the weight of an infant or
small child on the front passenger’s
seat. It does mean there is a
problem with your side airbags.
When you turn the ignition switch to
the ON (II) position, the indicator
should come on briefly and go off
(see page ). If it doesn’t come on,
stays on, or comes on while driving
without a passenger in the front seat,
have the system checked.
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Ignoring the SRS indicator can
result in serious injury or death
if the airbag systems or
tensioners do not work properly.
Have your vehicle checked by a
dealer as soon as possible if
the SRS indicator alerts you to
a possible problem.
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This indicator alerts you that the
passenger’s front airbag has been
shut off because weight sensors
detect an infant or small child may
be in the front passenger’s seat. It
does mean there is a problem
with the airbag.
If no one is riding in the front seat,
the airbag will be automatically shut
off. However, the indicator will not
come on.
Do not try to remove or replace
anyairbagbyyourself.Thismust
be done by your dealer or a
knowledgeable body shop.
Take your vehicle to an
authorized dealer as soon as
possible. If you ignore this
indication, your airbags may not
operate properly.
Your airbag systems are virtually
maintenance free, and there are no
parts you can safely service.
However, you must have your
vehicle serviced if:If the indicator comes on with no
passenger in the front, or with an
adult in the seat, there may be a
problem with the advanced airbag
system. Have the vehicle checked by
your dealer as soon as possible.
The passenger airbag off indicator
may also come on and off repeatedly
if total weight on the seat is near the
airbag cutoff threshold.
If this happens, have the passenger
ride properly restrained in a back
seat. If the passenger must ride in
front, move the seat as far to the
rear as possible, have the passenger
sit upright and wear the seat belt
properly.
Any airbag
that has deployed must be
replaced along with the control
unit and other related parts. Any
seat belt tensioner that activates
must also be replaced.
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Indicator Works
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The SRS indicator alerts you to a
problem.
An airbag ever inflates.
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Together, airbags and
seat belts provide the best
protection.
Tampering could cause
the airbags to deploy, possibly
causing very serious injury.
Even if your
airbags do not inflate, your dealer
should inspect the driver’s seat
position sensor, the front
passenger’s weight sensors, the
front seat belt tensioners, and all
seat belts worn during the crash to
make sure they are operating
properly.
This could make the
driver’s seat position sensor or the
front passenger’s weight sensors
ineffective. If it is necessary to
remove or modify a front seat to
accommodate a person with
disabilities, first contact Honda
Automobile Customer Service at
(800) 999-1009.
If water or another liquid
soaks into a seat-back, it can
prevent the side airbag cutoff
system from working properly.
Improperly replacing
or covering front seat-back covers
can prevent your side airbags from
inflating during a side impact.
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Additional Safety Precautions
Donotattempttodeactivateyour
airbags.
Do not tamper with airbag
components or wiring for any
reason.
If your vehicle has a moderate to
severe impact.
Do not remove or modify a front
seat without consulting your
dealer.
Do not expose the front seat-backs
to liquid.
Do not cover or replace front seat-
back covers without consulting
your dealer.
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Children depend on adults to protect
them. However, despite their best
intentions, many adults do not know
how to protect child
passengers.
If you have children, or ever need to
drive with a child in your vehicle, be
sure to read this section. It begins
with important general guidelines,
then presents special information for
infants, small children, and larger
children.
To reduce the number of child
deaths and injuries, every state and
Canadian province requires that
infants and children be properly
restrained when they ride in a
vehicle.
(see pages ).
(see pages ).
Each year, many children are injured
or killed in vehicle crashes because
they are either unrestrained or not
properly restrained. In fact, vehicle
accidents are the number one cause
of the death of children aged 12 and
under.
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All Children Must Be Restrained
Infants and small children must be
restrained in an approved child seat
that is properly secured to the
vehicle
Larger children must be restrained
with a lap/shoulder belt and ride on
a booster seat until the seat belt fits
them properly
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Children who are unrestrained
or improperly restrained can be
seriously injured or killed in a
crash.
Any child too small for a seat
belt should be properly
restrained in a child seat. A
larger child should be properly
restrained with a seat belt and
use a booster seat if necessary.
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If the vehicle seat is
too far forward, or the child’s head is
thrown forward during a collision, an
inflating front airbag can strike the
child with enough force to kill or
very seriously injure a small child.
Whenever possible,
larger children should sit in the back
seat, on a booster seat if needed, and
be properly restrained with a seat
belt (see page for important
information about protecting larger
children).
Front airbags have been designed to
help protect adults in a moderate to
severe frontal collision. To do this,
the passenger’s front airbag is quite
large, and it can inflate with enough
force to cause very serious injuries.
Even though your vehicle has an
advanced front airbag system that
automatically turns the passenger’s
front airbag off (see page ),
please follow these guidelines:Children who ride in back are less
likely to be injured by striking
interior vehicle parts during a
collision or hard braking. Also,
children cannot be injured by an
inflating front airbag when they ride
in the back.
If
the airbag inflates, it can hit the back
of the child seat with enough force
to kill or very seriously injure an
infant.
According to accident statistics,
children of all ages and sizes are
safer when they are restrained in a
back seat. The National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration and
Transport Canada recommend that
all children aged 12 and under be
properly restrained in a back seat.
Some states have laws restricting
where children may ride.
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Seat
The Passenger’s Front Airbag
Can Pose Serious Risks
Small Children
Placing a forward-facing child seat in
the front seat of a vehicle equipped
with a passenger’s front airbag can
be hazardous.
Larger Children
Children who have outgrown child
seats are also at risk of being injured
or killed by an inf lating passenger’s
front airbag.Infants
Never put a rear-facing child seat in
the front seat of a vehicle equipped
with a passenger’s front airbag.
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To remind you of the passenger’s
front airbag hazards, and that
children must be properly restrained
in a back seat, your vehicle has
warninglabelsonthedashboard
(U.S. models) and on the front visors.
Please read and follow the
instructions on these labels.
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Many parents say they prefer to put
an infant or small child in the front
passenger seat so they can watch the
child, or because the child requires
attention.
If they do, they
couldbeveryseriouslyinjuredina
crash.
Your vehicle has a back seat where
children can be properly restrained.
If you ever have to carry a group of
children, and a child must ride in
front:
Placing a child in the front seat
exposes the child to hazards in a
frontal collision, and paying close
attention to a child distracts the
driver from the important tasks of
driving, placing both of you at risk.
If a child requires close physical
attention or frequent visual contact,
we strongly recommend that another
adult ride with the child in a back
seat. The back seat is far safer for a
child than the front.
If you are not wearing a
seat belt in a crash, you could be
thrown forward and crush the
child against the dashboard or a
seat-back. If you are wearing a
seat belt, the child can be torn
from your arms and be seriously
hurt or killed.
During a crash, the belt
could press deep into the child and
cause serious or fatal injuries.
Place the largest child in the front
seat, provided the child is large
enough to wear the lap/shoulder
belt properly (see page ).
Move the vehicle seat as far to the
rear as possible (see page ).
Have the child sit upright and well
backintheseat(seepage ).
Make sure the seat belt is properly
positioned and secured (see page
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Attention
Additional Safety PrecautionsIf You Must Drive with Several
Children
Never let two children use the
same seat belt.
Neverholdaninfantorchildon
your lap.
Never put a seat belt over yourself
or a child.
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Leaving children without
adult supervision is illegal in most
states and Canadian provinces,
and can be very hazardous.
For example, infants and small
childrenleftinavehicleonahot
day can die from heatstroke. A
child left alone with the key in the
ignition switch can accidentally set
the vehicle in motion, possibly
injuring themselves or others.
Children who play in vehicles
can accidentally get trapped inside.
Teach your children not to play in
or around vehicles.
Even very young
children learn how to unlock
vehicle doors, turn on the ignition
switch, and open the tailgate or
hatch glass, which can lead to
accidental injury or death.
This can prevent
children from accidentally falling
out (see page ).73
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Do not leave children alone in a
vehicle.
Lock all doors, the tailgate and the
hatch when your vehicle is not in
use.
Keep vehicle keys/remote
transmitters out of the reach of
children.
Use the childproof door locks to
prevent children from opening the
rear doors.
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Only a rear-facing child seat provides
proper support for a baby’s head,
neck, and back.
An infant must be properly
restrained in a rear-facing, reclining
child seat until the child reaches the
seat maker’s weight or height limit
for the seat and the child is at least
one year old.
Two types of seats may be used: a
seat designed exclusively for infants,
or a convertible seat used in the rear-
facing, reclining mode.
If placed
facing forward, an infant could be
very seriously injured during a
frontal collision.
A rear-facing child seat can be placed
in any seating position in the back
seat, but not in the front.
If the passenger’s front airbag
inflates, it can hit the back of the
child seat with enough force to kill or
seriously injure an infant.
When properly installed in the back
seat, a rear-facing child seat may
prevent the driver or a front
passenger from moving their seat as
far back as recommended, or from
locking their seat-back in the desired
position. It could also interfere with
proper operation of the passenger’s
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Do not put a rear-facing child seat in
a forward-facing position.
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Rear-facing Child Seat Placement
Never put a
rear-facing child seat in the front
seat.
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Of the different seats available, we
recommend those that have a five-
point harness system as shown.
In any of these situations, we
strongly recommend that you install
the child seat directly behind the
front passenger’s seat, move the seat
as far forward as needed, and leave it
unoccupied. Or, you may wish to get
a smaller rear-facing child seat.
We also recommend that a small
child use the child seat until the child
reaches the weight or height limit
for the seat.
We strongly recommend placing a
forward-facing child seat in a back
seat, not the front.
If the vehicle seat is too
farforward,orthechild’sheadis
thrown forward during a collision, an
inflating airbag can strike the child
with enough force to cause very
serious or fatal injuries.
A child who is at least one year old,
and who fits within the child seat
maker’s weight and height limits,
should be restrained in a forward-
facing, upright child seat.
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Protecting Small Children
Child Seat Type
Child Seat Placement
Placing a forward-facing child seat in
the front seat of a vehicle equipped
with a passenger’s airbag can be
hazardous.
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Placing a rear-facing child seat
in the front seat can result in
serious injury or death during a
collision.
Always place a rear-facing child
seat in the back seat, not the
front.
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In seating positions and vehicles not
equipped with LATCH, a LATCH-
compatible child seat can be installed
using a seat belt.
Whatever type of seat you choose, to
provide proper protection, a child
seat should meet three
requirements:
Look for FMVSS
213 or CMVSS 213 on the box.
Rear-facing for infants, forward-
facing for small children.
We also recommend selecting a
LATCH-compatible seat with a rigid,
rather than a flexible, anchor (see
page ).
Since LATCH-compatible child seats
are easier to install and reduce the
possibility of improper installation,
we recommend selecting this style.
Conventional child seats must be
secured to a vehicle with a seat belt,
whereas LATCH-compatible seats
are secured by attaching the seat to
hardware built into the two outer
seating positions in the back seat.
When buying a child seat, you need
to choose either a conventional child
seat, or one designed for use with
the lower anchors and tethers for
children (LATCH) system.
If it is necessary to put a forward-
facing child seat in the front, move
the vehicle seat as far to the rear as
possible, and be sure the child seat is
firmly secured to the vehicle and the
child is properly strapped in the seat.
Even with advanced front airbags
that automatically turn the
passenger’s front airbag off (see
page ), a back seat is the safest
place for a small child.
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The child seat should meet U.S. or
Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety
Standard 213.
The child seat should be of the
proper type and size to fit the child.
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Selecting a Child Seat
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Placing a forward-facing child
seat in the front seat can result
in serious injury or death if the
front airbag inflates.
Ifyoumustplaceaforward-
facing child seat in front, move
the vehicle seat as far back as
possible, and properly restrain
the child.
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After selecting a proper child seat
and a good place to install the seat,
there are three main steps in
installing the seat:
After installing a child
seat, push and pull the seat
forward and from side-to-side to
verify that it is secure.
A child seat secured with a seat belt
should be installed as firmly as
possible. However, it does not need
to be ‘‘rock solid.’’ Some side-to-side
movement can be expected and
should not reduce the child seat’s
effectiveness.
If the child seat is not secure, try
installing it in a different seating
position, or use a different style of
child seat that can be firmly secured.
Make sure the child is properly
strappedinthechildseat
according to the child seat maker’s
instructions. A child who is not
properly secured in a child seat
canbeseriouslyinjuredinacrash.
The following pages provide
guidelines on how to properly install
a child seat. A forward-facing child
seat is used in all examples, but the
instructions are the same for rear-
facing child seats.
All child seats must be
secured to the vehicle with the lap
part of a lap/shoulder belt or with
the LATCH (lower anchors and
tethers for children) system. A
child whose seat is not properly
secured to the vehicle can be
endangered in a crash.
Before purchasing a conventional
child seat, or using a previously
purchased one, we recommend that
you test the seat in the specific
vehicle seating position (or
positions) where the seat will be
used.
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Installing a Child Seat
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3.
Make sure the child seat is firmly
secured.
Secure the child in the child seat.
Properly secure the child seat to
the vehicle.
The child seat should fit the
vehicle seating position (or
positions) where it will be used.
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Place the child seat on the vehicle
seat, then attach the seat to the
lower anchors according to the
child seat maker’s instructions.
Your vehicle is equipped with
LATCH (lower anchors and tethers
for children) at the outer rear seats.
Make sure there are no objects
near the anchors that could
prevent a secure connection
between the child seat and the
anchors.
Move the seat belt buckle or
tongue away from the lower
anchors.
To install a LATCH-compatible child
seat:
Some LATCH-compatible seats
have a rigid-type connector as
shown above.
The lower anchors are located
between the seat-back and seat
bottom, and are to be used only with
a child seat designed for use with
LATCH.
The location of each lower anchor is
indicated by a small button above the
anchor point.
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Installing a Child Seat with
LATCH
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LOWER ANCHORS
Rigid type
BUTTON
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Whatever type you have, follow
the child seat maker’s instructions
for adjusting or tightening the fit.
Pushandpullthechildseat
forward and from side-to-side to
verify that it is secure.
Other LATCH-compatible seats
have a flexible-type connector as
shown above.
Attach the tether strap hook to the
tether anchor in the ceiling, then
tighten the strap as instructed by
the child seat maker.
Remove the head restraint (see
page ). Make sure the removed
head restraint is secured in the
cargo area. Reinstall the head
restraint when the child seat is
removed.
Route the tether strap over the
seat-back, making sure the strap is
not twisted.
Locate the appropriate anchor
cover, and pull it down and out to
expose the tether anchor.
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TETHER STRAP HOOK
Flexible type
ANCHOR
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When not using the LATCH system,
all child seats must be secured to the
vehicle with the lap part of a lap/
shoulder belt.
With the child seat in the desired
seating position, route the belt
through the child seat according
to the seat maker’s instructions,
then insert the latch plate into the
buckle.
To activate the lockable retractor,
slowly pull the shoulder part of the
belt all the way out until it stops,
then let the belt feed back into the
retractor.
After the belt has retracted, tug on
it. If the belt is locked, you will not
be able to pull it out. If you can pull
thebeltout,itisnotlocked,and
you will need to repeat these steps.
In addition, the lap/shoulder belts in
all seating positions except the
driver’s have a locking mechanism
that must be activated to secure a
child seat.
If you intend to install a child seat in
the center seating position of the
rear seat, make sure the detachable
seat belt anchor is securely latched.
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Shoulder Belt
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After confirming that the belt is
locked, grab the shoulder part of
the belt near the buckle, and pull
up to remove any slack from the
lap part of the belt. Remember, if
the lap part of the belt is not tight,
the child seat will not be secure.
Push and pull the child seat
forward and from side-to-side to
verify that it is secure enough to
stay upright during normal driving
maneuvers. If the child seat is not
secure, unlatch the belt, allow it to
retract fully, then repeat these
steps.
To deactivate the locking
mechanism and remove a child seat,
unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat
belt, and let the belt fully retract.
To remove slack, it may help to
putweightonthechildseat,or
push on the back of the seat while
pulling up on the belt.
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A child seat with a tether can be
installed in any seating position in
the back seat, using one of the
anchorage points shown above.
Since a tether can provide additional
security to the lap/shoulder belt
installation, we recommend using a
tether whenever one is required or
available.
After properly securing the child
seat (see page ), remove the
head restraint, then route the
tether strap over the seat-back.
Make sure to store the removed
head restraint in the cargo area
and to reinstall it when the child
seat is removed.
Remove the cover with a small
flat-tipped screwdriver or
fingernail file.
Attach the tether strap hook to the
anchor, making sure the strap is
not twisted.
Tighten the strap according to the
seat maker’s instructions.
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Tether
Installing a Child Seat
Using an Outer Anchor
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TETHER ANCHORAGE POINTS
COVER
TETHER STRAP HOOK
ANCHOR
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When a child reaches the
recommended weight or height limit
for a forward-facing child seat, the
child should sit in a back seat on a
booster seat and wear a lap/shoulder
belt.
The following pages give
instructions on how to check proper
seat belt fit, what kind of booster
seat to use if one is needed, and
important precautions for a child
who must sit in front.
After properly securing the child
seat (see page ), remove the
head restraint, then route the
tether strap over the seat-back.
Make sure to store the removed
head restraint in the cargo area
and to reinstall it when the child
seat is removed.
Followsteps2through4inthe
previous page.
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Installing a Child Seat, Protecting Larger Children
Using the Center Anchor
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TETHER STRAP HOOK
ANCHOR
Allowing a child age 12 or under
tositinfrontcanresultininjury
or death if the passenger’s front
airbag inflates.
If a child must ride in front,
move the vehicle seat as far
back as possible, use a booster
seat if needed, have the child
sit up properly and wear the
seat belt properly.
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To determine if a lap/shoulder belt
properly fits a child, have the child
put on the seat belt, then ask
yourself:
Does the child sit all the way back
against the seat?
Do the child’s knees bend
comfortably over the edge of the
seat?
Does the shoulder belt cross
between the child’s neck and arm?
Is the lap part of the belt as low as
possible, touching the child’s
thighs?
Will the child be able to stay
seated like this for the whole trip?
If you answer yes to all these
questions, the child is ready to wear
the lap/shoulder belt correctly. If
you answer no to any question, the
child needs to ride on a booster seat. A child who has outgrown a forward-
facing child seat should ride in a
back seat and use a booster seat
until the lap/shoulder belt fits them
properly without the booster.
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Checking Seat Belt Fit Using a Booster Seat
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Physically, a child must be large
enough for the lap/shoulder belt to
properly fit (see pages and ). If
the seat belt does not fit properly,
with or without the child sitting on a
booster seat, the child should not sit
in front.
To safely ride in front, a child must
be able to follow the rules, including
sitting properly, and wearing the seat
belt properly throughout a ride.
A side airbag also poses risks. If any
part of a larger child’s body is in the
path of a deploying side airbag, the
child could receive possibly serious
injuries.
Of course, children vary widely. And
while age may be one indicator of
when a child can safely ride in front,
there are other important factors you
should consider.
A child may continue using a booster
seat until the tops of their ears are
even with the top of the vehicle’s or
booster’s seat-back. A child of this
height should be tall enough to use
the lap/shoulder belt without a
booster seat.
The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration and Transport
Canada recommend that all children
age 12 and under be properly
restrained in a back seat.
If the passenger’s front airbag
inflates in a moderate to severe
frontal collision, the airbag can cause
serious injuries to a child who is
unrestrained, improperly restrained,
sitting too close to the airbag, or out
of position.
Some states and Canadian provinces
also require children to use a booster
seat until they reach a given age or
weight (e.g., 6 years or 60 lbs). Be
sure to check current laws in the
states or provinces where you intend
to drive.
If a child who uses a booster seat
must ride in front, move the vehicle
seat as far back as possible and be
sure the child is wearing the seat
belt properly.
Booster seats can be high-back or
low-back. Whichever style you select,
make sure the booster seat meets
federal safety standards (see page
) and that you follow the booster
seat maker’s instructions.
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Maturity
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If you decide that a child can safely
ride up front, be sure to:
Carefully read the owner’s manual,
and make sure you understand all
seat belt instructions and all safety
information.
Have the child sit up straight, back
against the seat, and feet on or
near the floor.
Move the vehicle seat to the rear-
most position.
Supervise the child. Even a mature
children sometimes needs to be
reminded to fasten the seat belts
or sit properly.
Devices intended to
improve a child’s comfort or
reposition the shoulder part of a
seat belt can make the belt less
effective and increase the chance
of serious injury in a crash.
This could result
in serious neck injuries during a
crash.
Check that the child’s seat belt is
properly and securely positioned. If they do, they
could be very seriously injured in a
crash.
This could
cause very serious injuries during
a crash. It also increases the
chance that the child will slide
under the belt in a crash and be
injured.
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Do not put any accessories on a
seat belt.Do not let a child wear a seat belt
across the neck.
Two children should never use the
same seat belt.
Do not let a child put the shoulder
part of a seat belt behind the back
or under the arm.
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Your vehicle’s exhaust contains
carbon monoxide gas. You should
have no problem with carbon
monoxide entering the vehicle in
normal driving if you maintain your
vehicle properly.
Have the exhaust system inspected
for leaks whenever:
High levels of carbon monoxide can
collect rapidly in enclosed areas,
such as a garage. Do not run the
engine with the garage door closed.
Even with the door open, run the
engine only long enough to move the
vehicle out of the garage.
Select the fresh air mode.
Select the mode.
Turn the fan on high speed.
Set the temperature control to a
comfortable setting.
The vehicle is raised for an oil
change.
You notice a change in the sound
of the exhaust.
The vehicle was in an accident
that may have damaged the
underside.
With the tailgate/hatch glass open,
airflow can pull exhaust gas into your
vehicle’s interior and create a
hazardous condition. If you must
drive with the tailgate/hatch glass
open, open all the windows and set
the heating and cooling system as
shown below.
If you must sit in your parked vehicle
with the engine running, even in an
unconfined area, adjust the heating
and cooling system as follows:
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Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Breathing it can cause
unconsciousness and even kill
you.
Avoid any enclosed areas or
activities that expose you to
carbon monoxide.
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These labels are in the locations
shown. They warn you of potential
hazards that could cause serious
injury or death. Read these labels
carefully.
If a label comes off or becomes hard
to read (except for the U.S.
dashboard label which may be
removed by the owner), contact your
dealer for a replacement.
U.S. models only
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SUN VISOR
DASHBOARD
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This section gives information about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your vehicle. All the essential
controls are within easy reach.
...........................Control Locations . 54
............................Instrument Panel . 55
..........Instrument Panel Indicators . 56
.............................................Gauges . 61
...................................Trip Meter . 61
.....................................Odometer . 62
..................................Fuel Gauge . 62
...................Temperature Gauge . 62
Outside Temperature
..................................Indicator . 62
..........Check Fuel Cap Indicator . 63
Controls Near the Steering
...........................................Wheel . 64
.Windshield Wipers and Washers . 65
.........Turn Signals and Headlights . 66
........Instrument Panel Brightness . 67
.................Hazard Warning Button . 67
.................Rear Window Defogger . 68
.................................Parking Brake . 68
..........Steering Wheel Adjustment . 69
...............................Keys and Locks . 70
........................Immobilizer System . 71
................................Ignition Switch . 72
......................................Door Locks . 73
......................Power Door Locks . 73
..............Childproof Door Locks . 73
...............Tailgate and Hatch Glass . 74
.......................Remote Transmitter . 75
.................................................Seats . 78
....................................Seat Heaters . 86
..............................Power Windows . 86
.........................................Moonroof . 88
.............................................Mirrors . 88
...........Interior Convenience Items . 90
.......................Beverage Holders . 91
...............................Built-in Table . 91
....................................Glove Box . 93
.....................................Coin Tray . 93
......................Sunglasses Holder . 94
................................Center Table . 94
..........Accessory Power Sockets . 95
.............................Center Pocket . 95
......................................Sun Visor . 95
.................................Interior Lights . 95
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54
POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES
HOOD RELEASE
HANDLE
HATCH GLASS
RELEASE BUTTON
A/T model is shown.
HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS
(P.86)
(P.98)
(P.89)
(P.74)
POWER DOOR LOCK
MASTER SWITCH
(P.73)
MIRROR CONTROLS
FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE
ACCESSORY POWER
SOCKET
(P.95)
(P.61)
GAUGES
AUDIO SYSTEM
CLOCK
(P.86)
SEAT HEATER
SWITCH
HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
(P.67)
PARKING BRAKE
(P.68)
PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
(P.30)
INSTRUMENT PANEL
INDICATORS
MANUAL
TRANSMISSION
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
(P.55)
(P.161)
(P.159)
(P.103)
(P.137)
(P.144)
(P.143)
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LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR
IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM
INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION
INDICATOR
LAMP
CHARGING
SYSTEM
INDICATOR
HIGH BEAM
INDICATOR
DOOR-OPEN
INDICATOR
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR
LOW FUEL
INDICATOR
CRUISE CONTROL
INDICATOR
TAILGATE AND HATCH GLASS OPEN INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.57)
(P.59)
(P.58)
(P.57)
(P.59)
(P.57)
(P.57)
(P.56)
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.59)
(P.59)
SIDE AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
SEAT BELT
REMINDER
INDICATOR
MAINTENANCE
REQUIRED
INDICATOR
(P.60)
VSA ACTIVATION
INDICATOR
(P.58)
VEHICLE STABILITY
ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.58)
(P.56, 233)
(P.234)
(P.56, 233)
(P.56, 235)
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The instrument panel has many
indicators that give you important
information about your vehicle.
See page .
If this indicator comes on when the
engine is running, the battery is not
being charged. For more information,
see page .
The engine can be severely damaged
if this indicator flashes or stays on
when the engine is running. For
more information, see page .
This indicator has two functions:
This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position. It reminds you and your
passengers to fasten your seat belts.
A beeper also sounds if you have not
fastened your seat belt.
If you continue driving without
fastening your seat belt, the beeper
sounds and the indicator flashes
again at regular intervals.
If it remains on after you have
fully released the parking brake
while the engine is running, or if it
comes on while driving, there
could be a problem with the brake
system. For more information, see
page .
Itcomesonwhenyouturnthe
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position. It is a reminder to check
the parking brake. Driving with
the parking brake not fully
released can damage the brakes
and tires.
If you do not fasten your seat belt,
the beeper will stop after a few
seconds but the indicator stays on
until you do. Both the indicator and
the beeper stay off if you fasten your
seat belt before turning on the
ignition switch.2.
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235
Malfunction Indicator
Lamp
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator
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This indicator also blinks several
times when you turn the ignition
switch from the ON (II) position to
the ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK
(0) position.
This indicator comes on briefly when
you turn the ignition switch to the
ON (II) position. If it comes on at
any other time, it indicates a
potential problem with your front
airbags. This indicator will also alert
you to a potential problem with your
side airbags, passenger’s side airbag
automatic cutoff system, side curtain
airbags, automatic seat belt
tensioners, driver’s seat position
sensor, or the front passenger’s
weight sensors. For more
information, see page .
This indicator comes on for a few
seconds when you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position. It will
then go off if you have inserted a
properly-coded ignition key. If it is
not a properly-coded key, the
indicator will blink, and the engine
will not start (see page ).
This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position. If it comes on at any
other time, it indicates that the
passenger’s side airbag has
automatically shut off. For more
information, see page .
This indicator normally comes on for
a few seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position, and when the ignition
switch is turned to the START (III)
position. If it comes on at any other
time, there is a problem with the
ABS. If this happens, have your
vehicle checked at a dealer. With
this indicator on, your vehicle still
has normal braking ability but no
anti-lock function. For more
information, see page .
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Supplemental Restraint
System Indicator
Immobilizer System
Indicator
Side Airbag Off Indicator
Anti-lock Brake System
(ABS) Indicator
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This indicator normally comes on for
a few seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position.
This indicator has three functions.
Itcomesonasareminderthatyou
have turned off the vehicle
stability assist (VSA) system.
It flashes when VSA is active (see
page ).
It comes on along with the VSA
system indicator if there is a
problem with the VSA system.
This indicator normally comes on for
a few seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position. See page for more
information on the VSA system.
This indicator comes on when you
set the cruise control. See page
for information on operating the
cruise control.
Ifitcomesonandstaysonatany
other time, or if it does not come on
when you turn the ignition switch to
the ON (II) position, there is a
problem with the VSA system. Take
your vehicle to a dealer to have it
checked. Without VSA, your vehicle
still has normal driving ability, but
will not have VSA traction and
stability enhancement. See page
for more information on the
VSA system.
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VSA Activation Indicator Cruise Control Indicator
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This indicator comes on with the
high beam headlights. For more
information, see page .
On Canadian models, this indicator
comes on with reduced brightness
when the daytime running lights
(DRL) are on (see page ).
This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position with the headlight
switch off and the parking brake set.
It should go off if you turn on the
headlights or release the parking
brake. If it comes on at any other
time, it means there is a problem
withtheDRL.Theremayalsobea
problem with the high beam
headlights.
This indicator comes on as a
reminder that you must refuel soon.
The left or right turn signal indicator
blinks when you signal a lane change
or turn. If an indicator does not blink
or blinks rapidly, it usually means
one of the turn signal bulbs is
burned out (see page ). Replace
the bulb as soon as possible, since
other drivers cannot see that you are
signaling.
When you press the hazard warning
button, both turn signal indicators
and all turn signals on the outside of
the vehicle flash.
When the indicator comes on, there
is about 2.74 US gal (10.4
)offuel
remaining in the tank before the
needle reaches E. There is a small
reserve of fuel remaining in the tank
when the needle does reach E.
This indicator comes on if the
tailgate or the hatch glass is not
closed tightly.
This indicator comes on if any door
is not closed tightly.
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Turn Signal and Hazard Warning
Indicators
High Beam Indicator Low Fuel Indicator
Daytime Running Lights
Indicator Tailgate and Hatch Glass
Open Indicator
Door-open Indicator
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If you exceed 10,000 miles (16,000
km) without having the scheduled
maintenance performed, this
indicator will remain on as a constant
reminder.
Your dealer will reset this indicator
after completing the scheduled
maintenance. If this maintenance is
done by someone other than your
dealer, reset the indicator as follows.
Turn off the engine.
Press and hold the Select/Reset
buttonontheinstrumentpanel,
then turn the ignition switch to the
ON (II) position.
Hold the button for about 10
seconds until the indicator goes
off.
This indicator comes on when the
washer fluid level is low. Add washer
fluidwhenyouseethisindicator
(see page ).
This indicator reminds you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Refer to the maintenance schedule
for normal and severe driving
conditions on pages and .
For the first 8,000 miles (12,800 km)
after the maintenance required
indicator is reset, it will come on for
2 seconds when you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position.
Between 8,000 miles (12,800 km)
and 10,000 miles (16,000 km), this
indicator will come on for 2 seconds
when you first turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position, and
then flash for 10 seconds.
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SELECT/RESET BUTTON
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This meter shows the number of
miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada)
driven since you last reset it.
There are two trip meters: Trip A
and Trip B. Switch between these
displays and the odometer display by
pressing the Select/Reset button
repeatedly.
Each trip meter works independently,
so you can keep track of two
different distances.
To reset a trip meter, display it, and
then press and hold the Select/Reset
button until the number resets to
‘‘0.0.’’
When you turn the ignition switch to
the ON (II) position, the meter you
last selected is displayed.
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Trip Meter
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TEMPERATURE GAUGE
TACHOMETER
SELECT/RESET BUTTON
SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE
OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE
INDICATOR
U.S. model is shown.
ODOMETER/TRIP METER/
CHECK FUEL CAP INDICATOR
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This shows the temperature of the
engine’s coolant. During normal
operation, the pointer should rise
from the bottom white mark to about
the middle of the gauge. In severe
driving conditions, such as very hot
weather or a long period of uphill
driving, the pointer may rise to the
upper zone. If it reaches the red
(hot) mark, pull safely to the side of
the road. See page for
instructions and precautions on
checking the engines cooling system.
The odometer shows the total
distance your vehicle has been
driven. It measures miles in U.S.
models and kilometers in Canadian
models. It is illegal under U.S.
federal law and Canadian provincial
regulations to disconnect, reset, or
alter the odometer with the intent to
change the number of miles or
kilometers indicated.
This shows how much fuel you have.
It may show slightly more or less
than the actual amount. The needle
returns to the bottom after you turn
off the ignition.
This indicator displays the outside
temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S.
models) or Centigrade (Canadian
models).
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OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR
Avoid driving with an extremely low
f uel level. Running out of f uel could
cause the engine to misf ire, damaging
the catalytic converter.
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The temperature sensor is in the
front bumper. Therefore, the
temperature reading can be affected
by heat reflection from the road
surface, engine heat, and the
exhaust from surrounding traffic.
This can cause an incorrect
temperature reading when your
speed is under 19 mph (30 km/h).
NOTE: The temperature must be
stabilized before doing this
procedure.
If the outside temperature is
incorrectly displayed, you can adjust
it up 5°F in U.S. models ( 3°C in
Canadian models) warmer or cooler.
The sensor delays the display update
until it reaches the correct outside
temperature. This may take several
minutes.
If your fuel fill cap is loose or
missing, a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’
messageappearsastextinthe
odometer/trip meter display after
you start the engine. The message
appears from CHECK to FUEL, then
to CAP repeatedly.
When it reaches the desired value,
release the Select/Reset button. You
should see the new outside
temperature displayed.
In certain weather conditions,
temperature readings near freezing
(32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice is
forming on the road surface.
To adjust the outside temperature
display, press and hold the Select/
Reset button for 10 seconds. The
following sequence will appear for
one second each: 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 5,
4, 3, 2, 1, 0 (U.S.) or 0, 1, 2,
3, 3, 2, 1, 0 (Canada).
Turn the engine off and confirm the
fuel fill cap is installed. If it is, loosen
the cap, then retighten it until it
clicks at least once. When you
restart the engine, the message
appears again. To clear, press and
hold the Select/Reset button until
the message is replaced by the
odometer/trip meter display.
If the system still detects a loose or
missing fuel fill cap, the malfunction
indicator lamp (MIL) comes on.
Turn the engine off, and check or
retighten the fuel fill cap until it
clicks at least once. The MIL goes
out after 3 days of normal driving
once the cap is tightened or replaced.
If it does not go out, have your
dealer inspect the vehicle. For more
information, see page .234
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To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.
If equipped.
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CRUISE CONTROL
MASTER BUTTON
(P.138)
HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS
SHIFT LEVER (A/T)
WINDSHIELD WIPERS/
WASHERS
A/T model is shown.
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
HAZARD WARNING BUTTON
(P.65)
(P.67)
(P.88)
(P.68)
(P.30)
(P.69)
(P.66)
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
VEHICLE STABILITY
ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM ON/OFF
SWITCH
INSTRUMENT PANEL
BRIGHTNESS
(P.67)
(P.171)
MOONROOF SWITCH
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROLS
(P.135)
(P.161)
PARKING BRAKE
(P.68)
STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT
CRUISE CONTROL
BUTTONS
(P.138)
HORN
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Push the right lever up or down to
select a position.
The wipers run at high
speed until you release the lever.
The wipers are not activated.
The wipers operate every
few seconds.
The wipers run at low speed.
The wipers run at high speed.
Pull the
wiper control lever toward you,
andholdit.Thewashersspray
until you release the lever. The
wipers run at low speed, then
complete one more sweep after
you release the lever.
Rotate the switch clockwise to
turn the rear window wiper ON.
The wiper operates every 7
seconds after completing two
sweeps.
Hold past ON to turn the rear
window wiper on and to spray the
rear window washer.
MIST
OFF
INT Intermittent
LO Low speed
HI High speed
Windshield washers
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INT
LO
HI
Windshield Washers
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Push down on the
left lever to signal a left turn and up
to signal a right turn. To signal a lane
change, push lightly on the lever,
and hold it. The lever will return to
center when you release it or
complete a turn.
OFF
When you turn the wiper switch to
the ‘‘OFF’’ position or turn off the
ignition switch, the wiper will
return to its parked position.
Rotate the switch
counterclockwise to turn the
window wiper on and the window
washer to spray.
The rear wiper will not work if the
hatch glass is not fully closed.
If you open the hatch glass while the
rear wiper is operating, the wiper will
stop. To return the wiper to its
parked position, close the hatch
glass, and then rotate the switch to
the ‘‘OFF’’ position.
Therearwindowwasherusesthe
same fluid reservoir as the wind-
shield washer.
Turn signal
Off
Parking and interior lights
Headlights
High beams
Flashhighbeams
Turning the switch to
the ‘‘ ’’ position turns on the
parking lights, taillights, instrument
panel lights, side-marker lights, and
rear license plate lights. Turning the
switch to the ‘‘ ’’ position turns
on the headlights. If you leave the
lights on with the key removed from
the ignition switch, you will hear a
reminder tone when you open the
driver’s door.
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Headlights
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Turntheknobontheleftsideofthe
instrument panel to adjust the
brightness of the instrument panel
lights.
Push the button below the center
vents to turn on the hazard warning
lights (four-way flashers). This
causes all four outside turn signals
and both turn indicators in the
instrument panel to flash. Use the
hazard warning lights if you need to
park in a dangerous area near heavy
traffic, or if your vehicle is disabled.
To flash the high beams, pull the
lever back lightly, then release it.
The high beams will stay on as long
as you hold the lever back.
The headlights revert to normal
operation when you turn the switch
to the ‘‘ ’’ position.
With the headlight switch off, the
high beam headlights and the high
beam indicator come on with
reduced brightness when you turn
the ignition switch to the ON (II)
position and release the parking
brake. They remain on until you turn
the ignition switch off, even if you
set the parking brake.
To turn on high
beams, push the lever forward until
you hear a click. The blue high beam
indicator will come on (see page ).
Pull the lever back to return to the
low beams.
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Daytime Running Lights
High Beams
Headlights, Instrument Panel Brightness, Hazard Warning Button
Instruments and Controls
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INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS
CONTROL KNOB
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To apply the parking brake, firmly
pull the parking brake lever toward
you.
Make sure the rear window is clear
and you have good visibility before
starting to drive.
Thedefoggerwiresontheinsideof
the rear window can be accidentally
damaged. When cleaning the glass,
always wipe side-to-side.
The rear window defogger will clear
fog, frost, and thin ice from the
window. Push the defogger button to
turn it on and off. The indicator in
the button comes on to show the
defogger is on. It also shuts off when
you turn off the ignition switch. You
have to turn the defogger on again
when you restart the vehicle.
Parking BrakeRear Window Defogger
Rear Window Defogger, Parking Brake
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PARKING BRAKE
LEVER
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To release the parking brake, push
andholdthereleasebuttononthe
side of the parking brake lever, pull
the lever toward you slightly, then
push the lever forward.
The parking brake indicator on the
instrument panel should go out when
the parking brake is fully released
with the engine running (see page
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Push the lever under the steering
column all the way down.
Move the steering wheel so it
points toward your chest, not
toward your face. Make sure you
can see the instrument panel
gauges and indicators.
Make any steering wheel adjustment
before you start driving.
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Steering Wheel Adjustment
Instruments and Controls
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RELEASE BUTTON
Adjusting the steering wheel
position while driving may
cause you to lose control of the
vehicle and be seriously injured
inacrash.
Adjust the steering wheel only
when the vehicle is stopped.
Driving the vehicle with the parking
brake applied can damage the rear
brakes and axles.
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Youshouldhavereceivedakey
number tag with your keys. You will
need this key number if you ever
have to get a lost key replaced. Use
only Honda-approved key blanks.
These keys contain electronic
circuits that are activated by the
immobilizer system. They will not
work to start the engine if the
circuits are damaged.
Protect the keys from direct
sunlight, high temperature, and
high humidity.
Donotdropthekeysorsetheavy
objects on them.
Keep the keys away from liquids.
If they get wet, dry them
immediately with a soft cloth.
Push the lever up to lock the
steering wheel in position.
Make sure you have securely
locked the steering wheel in place
by trying to move it up and down.
The master key fits all the locks on
your vehicle. The valet key works
only in the ignition, the door locks,
and the tailgate. You can keep the
glove box locked when you leave
your vehicle and the valet key at a
parking facility.
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Keys and Locks
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KEY NUMBER
TAG
VALET KEY
(Light Gray)
MASTER
KEY WITH
REMOTE
TRANSMITTER
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If the system repeatedly does not
recognize the coding of your key,
contact your dealer.
Do not attempt to alter this system
or add other devices to it. Electrical
problems could result that may make
your vehicle undriveable.
If you have lost your key and cannot
start your engine, contact your
dealer.
When you turn the ignition switch to
the ON (II) position, the immobilizer
system indicator should come on for
a few seconds, then go out. If the
indicator starts to blink, it means the
system does not recognize the
coding of the key. Turn the ignition
switch to the LOCK (0) position,
remove the key, reinsert it, and turn
the ignition switch to the ON (II)
position again.
The Immobilizer System protects
your vehicle from theft. If an
improperly-coded key (or other
device) is used, the engine’s fuel
system is disabled.
The system may not recognize your
key’s coding if another immobilizer
key or other metal object (i.e. key
fob) is near the ignition switch when
you insert the key.
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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The ignition switch has four
positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY
(I), ON (II), and START (III).
You can insert or
remove the key only in this position.
To turn the key, push it in slightly. If
your vehicle has an automatic
transmission, the shift lever must
also be in park.
If the front wheels are turned, the
anti-theft lock may make it difficult
to turn the key. Firmly turn the
steering wheel to the left or right as
you turn the key.
This is the normal key
position when driving. Several of the
indicators on the instrument panel
come on as a test when you turn the
ignition switch from the
ACCESSORY (I) to the ON (II)
position.
You can
operate the audio system and the
accessory power socket in this
position.
Use this position
only to start the engine. The switch
returns to the ON (II) position when
you let go of the key.
You will hear a reminder beeper if
you leave the key in the LOCK (0) or
the ACCESSORY (I) position and
open the driver’s door. Remove the
key to turn off the beeper.
If your vehicle has an automatic
transmission, the shift lever must be
in Park before you can remove the
key from the ignition switch.
LOCK (0)
ON (II)
ACCESSORY (I)
START (III)
Ignition Switch
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Removing the key from the
ignition switch while driving
locks the steering. This can
cause you to lose control.
Remove the key from the
ignition switch only when
parked.
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To lock the doors and the tailgate,
press the master door lock switch on
either front door, press the lock tab
down on the driver’s door, or use the
keyontheoutsidelockonthedriver’s
door.
Pressing up on either master door
lock switch will unlock all of the
doors and the tailgate.
The childproof door locks are
designed to prevent children seated
in the rear from accidentally opening
the rear doors. Each rear door has a
lock lever near the edge. With the
lever in the LOCK position, the door
cannot be opened from the inside
regardless of the position of the lock
tab. To open the door, pull the lock
tab up, and use the outside door
handle.
The lock tab on any door locks and
unlocks that door. Pulling up on the
driver’s door lock tab only unlocks
the driver’s door.
To lock any passenger’s door when
getting out of the vehicle, push the
lock tab down, and close the door.
To lock the driver’s door, remove the
key from the ignition switch, pull the
outside door handle and push the
lock tab down or push the door lock
switch down. Release the handle,
then close the door.
Only the driver’s door unlocks when
you use the key on the outside
driver’s door lock.
Power Door Locks Childproof Door Locks
Door Locks
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LEVER
Lock
LOCK TAB
MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH
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Use the valet or master key in the
tailgate to:
.Pullthe
handle to open it.
.Youcan
also open it by pressing the hatch
glass release button on the driver’s
door or on the remote transmitter.
The rear wiper will not operate with
the hatch glass open. If you open the
hatch glass while the rear wiper is
operating, the wiper will stop (see
page ).
To close the hatch glass, lower it and
press on the handle until it latches.
You can also lock and unlock the
tailgate with the remote transmitter,
or either master door lock switch.
To keep the tailgate door open when
facing downhill, use the stop from
the tool kit.
The tool kit is in the storage bin
under the cargo floor. Put the stop
on the support strut as shown.
Make sure to remove the stop before
closing the tailgate.
Be sure all passengers or any objects
are clear of the tailgate before
opening or closing it.
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Lock the tailgate
Unlock the tailgate
Open the hatch glass
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STOP
HATCH GLASS RELEASE BUTTON
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Keep the tailgate and the hatch glass
closed at all times while driving to
avoid damaging the tailgate and the
hatch glass, and to prevent exhaust
gas from getting into the interior.
See on
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Pressthisbuttononce
to unlock the driver’s door. Push it
twice to unlock the other doors and
the tailgate. Some exterior lights will
flash twice each time you press the
button.
The ceiling light (if the ceiling light
switch is in the center position) will
come on when you press the
UNLOCK button. If you do not open
anydoororthetailgatewithin30
seconds, the light fades out. If you
relock the doors and the tailgate
with the remote transmitter before
30 seconds have elapsed, the light
will go off immediately.
If you do not open any door or the
tailgate within 30 seconds, they will
automatically relock.
Pressthisbuttononceto
lock all doors and the tailgate. Some
exterior lights will flash once. When
you push LOCK twice within 5
seconds, you will hear a beep to
verify that the doors and the tailgate
are locked. You cannot lock the
doors and the tailgate if any door or
the tailgate is not fully closed or the
key is in the ignition switch.
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard
UNLOCK
LOCK
Tailgate and Hatch Glass, Remote Transmitter
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LED
UNLOCK
BUTTON
LOCK
BUTTON
HATCH
GLASS
RELEASE
BUTTON
PANIC
BUTTON
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Avoid dropping or throwing the
transmitter.
Protect the transmitter from
extreme temperature.
Do not immerse the transmitter in
any liquid.
If you lose a transmitter, the
replacement needs to be
reprogrammed by your dealer.
If it takes several pushes on the
button to lock or unlock the doors
and the tailgate, replace the battery
as soon as possible.
Battery type: CR1616
To replace the battery:
Remove the screw at the base of
the transmitter with a small
Phillips-head screwdriver.
Pressthisbuttonfor
about 2 seconds to attract attention:
the horn will sound, and the exterior
lights will flash for about 30 seconds.
To cancel panic mode, press any
other button on the remote
transmitter, or turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position.
Press this button for about 1 second
to open the hatch glass. You cannot
open the hatch glass if the key is in
the ignition switch. Even if the hatch
glass is open, the tailgate can be
locked with the remote transmitter.
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Replacing the Transmitter
Battery
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HATCH GLASS RELEASE
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SCREW
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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.
Remove the old battery, and insert
a new battery into the back of the
cover with the side facing down.
Install the parts in reverse order.
Separate the transmitter by prying
its middle seam with your
fingernail.
Inside the transmitter, separate
the inner cover from the keypad
by releasing the two tabs on the
cover.
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BATTERY
TAB
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information and warnings about how to
properly position the seats and seat-
backs.
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Make all seat adjustments before
you start driving.
To adjust the front or rear seat
forward and backward, pull up on the
bar under the seat cushion’s front
edge. Try to move the seat to make
sure it is locked in position.
To change the seat-back angle of the
front seat, pull up on the lever on the
outside of the seat bottom.
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FRONT SEAT
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The rear seat armrest is in the
center of the rear seat. Pivot it down
to use it.
Each front seat has an armrest on
thesideoftheseat-back.Touseit,
pivotitdown.
To change the angle of the rear seat-
back, pull up on the release lever on
the outside of the seat-back.
When using the center seating
position, adjust the left and right side
of the rear seats to the same position.
Make sure all rear shoulder belts are
positioned in front of the rear seat-
backs after you adjust the rear seats.
The height of the driver’s seat is
adjustable. Turn the dial on the
outside of the seat cushion.
Only on vehicles with an automatic
transmission
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REAR SEAT
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See page for important safety
information and a warning about how to
properly position the head restraints.
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Your vehicle is equipped with head
restraints in all seating positions to
help protect you and your
passengers from whiplash and other
injuries.
Theyaremosteffectivewhenyou
adjust them so the back of the
occupant’s head rests against the
center of the restraint.
The head restraints adjust for height.
You need both hands to adjust the
restraint. Do not attempt to adjust it
while driving. To raise it, pull upward.
To lower the restraint, push the
release button sideways, and push
the restraint down.
To remove a head restraint for
cleaning or repair, pull it up as far as
it will go. Push the release button,
then pull the restraint out of the seat-
back.
Make sure the removed head
restraints are securely stored.
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RELEASE BUTTONFRONT
REAR RELEASE BUTTON
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Adjust the front seats forward as
far as they will go. Pull up the seat-
back angle adjustment lever and
pivot the seat-back backward until
it is level with the rear seat
cushion.
Move the front seat backward
until it touches the rear seat.
Adjust the rear seat-back to the
desired position.
When you return the seat-back to
the upright position, hold the seat-
back to keep it from going up too
quickly.
You can recline the seat-backs on the
front seats so they are level with the
rear seat cushions, making a large
cushioned area. To do this:
Adjust the rear seats as far back
as they will go.
Remove the head restraints from
the front seats (see page ).
Make sure the removed head
restraints are securely stored.
Reverse this procedure to return the
front and rear seats to the upright
position. Make sure you install the
head restraints and securely lock the
seats before driving.2.
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SLIDE BAR
SEAT-BACK ANGLE
ADJUSTMENT LEVER
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You can also fold up each of the rear
seats separately to create further
cargo space (see page ).
Push the seat belt buckles into the
seat cushion.
Lower the head restraint to its
lowest position.
Pull up on the release lever on the
outside of the seat-back.
Fold the seat-back forward.
Do not put any heavy items on the
seat-back when it is folded.
The rear seat-back can be folded
down to give more cargo room. Each
side folds down separately, so you
can still carry a passenger in the rear
seat.
When you are folding the right half
oftherearseat,usethekeyto
release the center seat belt from the
detachable anchor (see page ).
Allow the seat belt to retract into the
holder on the ceiling and store the
buckles in it.
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BUCKLE
LATCH PLATE
RELEASE LEVER
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Reverse this procedure to return the
seat-back to the upright position.
Make sure the seat is secured and
the seat belt in front of the seat-back
before driving.
To fold up the rear seat:
Pull up the bar under the seat
cushion and slide the rear seat
backward. The rear seat will not
fold up if it is not back as far as it
will go.
Followsteps1through4onpage
for folding down the seat-
back.
Unlock the seat from the floor by
pulling the lock release strap
under the seat cushion’s back
edge, then lift the rear of the seat.
You cannot fold up the rear seat if
it is not latched securely in the
rearmost position.
Slide the seat forward.2.
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Folding the Rear Seat Up
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SLIDE BAR
LOCK RELEASE STRAP
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Pull out the fastening strap from
the slit on the seat-back. Move the
front seat forward slightly, then
attach the anchor on the fastening
strap to the hook on the bottom of
the front seat. Adjust the front
seat to the desired position.
Reverse this procedure to return the
seat to the upright position.
Make sure the seat is securely
latched before driving.
When you are not using the
fasteningstrap,rollupthestrapand
store it properly into the slit on the
seat-back.
Make sure all rear shoulder belts are
positioned in front of the rear seat-
backs.
In the center seating position of the
rear seat, be sure the detachable
anchor is latched securely before
using the seat belt (see page ).
Make sure all items in the cargo area
are secured. Loose items can fly
forward and cause injury if you have
to brake hard (See
on page ).Pull the fastening strap tab toward
the slit to tighten the strap, and
make sure the seat is secure.
Make sure that the folded up rear
seat does not interfere with the front
passenger’s seat-back. This will
cause the front passenger’s weight
sensors to work improperly (see
page ). Also check the passenger
airbag off indicator to assure proper
operation of the passenger’s
advanced front airbag.
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HOOK
FASTENING
STRAP
HOOK
ANCHOR
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Line up the triangle marks on the
small latch plate and buckle when
reattaching the belt and buckle.
Tug on the seat belt to verify that
the detachable anchor is securely
latched. Make sure the seat belt is
not twisted.
The seat belt in the rear center seat
is equipped with a detachable anchor.
This allows the center seat belt to be
unlatched when the right side of the
rear seat is folded.
To unlatch the detachable anchor,
insert a key into the slot on the side
of the small buckle. Line up the
triangle marks on the plate and
buckle when reattaching the belt and
buckle.
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SMALL LATCH
PLATE
TRIANGLE
MARKS
SMALL BUCKLE
Using a seat belt with the
detachable anchor unlatched
increases the chance of serious
injury or death in a crash.
Before using the seat belt,
make sure the detachable
anchor is correctly latched.
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Do not use the seat heaters when the
engine is off or when idling for a
long period of time. They can drain
the battery, making your vehicle
hard to start.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position to raise or lower any
window. To open the window, push
the switch down and hold it. Release
the switch when you want to stop the
window. Pull back on the switch and
hold it to close the window.
Both front seats are equipped with
seat heaters in the seat bottoms only.
Because of sensors for the side
airbag system, there are no heaters
in the seat-back in either the driver
or passenger seats. The ignition
switch must be in the ON (II)
position to use them. Push the
heater switch to turn the power on or
off. The indicators will come on and
remain on while the heaters are on.
If equipped
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Seat Heaters Power Windows
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DRIVER’S SEAT HEATER SWITCH
PASSENGER’S SEAT HEATER SWITCH
DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH
MAIN SWITCH
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If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected or goes dead, or the
driver’s window fuse is removed, the
AUTO function will be disabled. The
power window system needs to be
reset after reconnecting the battery
or installing the fuse.
Start the engine. Push down and
hold the driver’s window switch
until the window is fully open.
Pull and hold the driver’s window
switch to close the window
completely, then hold the switch
for about 2 seconds.
If the power windows do not operate
properly after resetting, have your
vehicle checked by your dealer.
Auto reverse stops sensing when the
window is almost closed. You should
always check that all passengers and
objects are away from the window
before closing it.
If the driver’s
window senses any obstacle while it
is closing automatically, it will
reverse direction, and then stop. To
close the window, remove the
obstacle, then use the window switch
again.
When you push the MAIN switch in,
the switch is OFF, and the passenger
windows cannot be raised or lowered.
To cancel this feature, push on the
switch again to get it to pop out.
Keep the MAIN switch off when you
have children in the vehicle so they
do not injure themselves by
operating the windows
unintentionally.
To open or close the
driver’s window, push or pull the
window switch firmly down or up to
the second detent, and release it.
The window will automatically go up
or down all the way. To stop the
window, pull or push the window
switch briefly.
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2.
Power Windows
AUTO REVERSE
AUTO
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Closing a power window on
someone’s hands or fingers can
cause serious injury.
Make sure your passengers are
away from the windows before
closing them.
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If equipped
Keep the inside and outside mirrors
clean and adjusted for best visibility.
Be sure to adjust the mirrors before
you start driving.
The inside mirror has day and night
positions. The night position reduces
glare from headlights behind you.
Flip the tab on the bottom edge of
the mirror to select the day or night
position.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position, and use the switch
under the left dashboard vent to
operate the moonroof.
To tilt up the back of the moonroof,
press and hold the center button
().
To close the moonroof, press and
hold the top of the switch ( ).
To open the moonroof, press and
hold the bottom of the switch
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TAB
Opening or closing the
moonroof on someone’s hands
or fingers can cause serious
injury.
Make sure all hands and fingers
are clear of the moonroof
before opening or closing it.
If you try to open the moonroof in
below-f reezing temperatures, or when
it is covered with snow or ice, you can
damage the moonroof panel or motor.
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Turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position.
Push the appropriate edge of the
adjustment switch to move the
mirrorright,left,up,ordown.
When you finish, move the
selector switch to the center (off)
position. This turns the
adjustment switch off to keep your
settings.
The outside mirrors are heated to
remove fog and frost. With the
ignition switch in the ON (II)
position, turn on the heaters by
pressing the rear window defogger
button. The indicator in the button
comesonasareminder.Pressthe
button again to turn the heaters and
the defogger off.
Move the selector switch to L
(driver’s side) or R (passenger’s
side).
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Mirrors
Adjusting the Power Mirrors Power Mirror Heaters
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SELECTOR SWITCH
ADJUSTMENT SWITCH
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/
HEATED MIRRORS BUTTON
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BUILT-IN TABLE
ACCESSORY
POWER
SOCKET
CENTER
TABLE with
BEVERAGE
HOLDERS
CENTER
POCKET
GLOVE BOX
ACCESSORY
POWER SOCKET
SUN VISORCOAT HOOK SUNGLASSES
HOLDER
DRIVER’S
POCKET
1 : M/T model only
2 : A/T model only
BEVERAGE
HOLDERS in
REAR SEAT
ARMREST
BEVERAGE
HOLDER /
COIN TRAY
PASSENGER’S
TRAY
VANITY MIRROR
DASHBOARD POCKET
2
2
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The cargo area floor can be taken
out and used as a table.
To remove the table, pull up the
carpet. Lift and pull on the handle to
slidethetableout.
To use the front beverage holder,
pull on the handle.
Be careful when you are using the
beverage holders. Spilled liquid that
is very hot can scald you or your
passengers. Spilled liquids can also
damage the upholstery, carpeting,
and electrical components in the
interior.
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Only on models with an automatic
transmission
Built-in TableBeverage Holders
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HANDLE
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Unfold the legs. Lock them in place
by pushing on the middle of the
locking arms. Make sure all four are
locked.
To fold the legs, pull on the middle
of each locking arm.
Be sure to lock the legs of the
table.
Do not put a weight of over 44 lbs
(20 kg) on the table.
Donotsitorstandonthetable.
To put the table back in place, hold
onto the handle and put the
projection on the table into the hole
in the cargo area floor.
Hot items such as pots, pans, or
kettles should not be placed
directly on the tabletop.
Using the Built-in Table
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Open the glove box by pulling the
bottom of the handle. Close it with a
firm push. Lock or unlock the glove
box with the master key.
The glove box light comes on only
when the parking lights are on.
Toopenthecointray,pullonthe
bottom edge. The light in the tray
comes on when the parking lights
are on.
Only on models with a manual
transmission
Glove Box Coin Tray
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Lock
An open glove box can cause
serious injury to your passenger
inacrash,evenifthe
passenger is wearing the seat
belt.
Always keep the glove box
closed while driving.
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To open the sunglasses holder, push
on the front edge. Make sure the
holder is closed while you are driving.
Some larger styles of sunglasses
may not fit in the holder.
To use the center table, pull up the
outside edge of the table until it
latches. To store it, pull the lever and
lower the table.
Sitting on or getting under the table,
or putting heavy objects on the table,
may damage or deform it.
Do not put any items on the table
while driving. They may fall down or
fly around when you go around
corners or brake hard.
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SUNGLASSES HOLDER
Push
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These sockets are intended to supply
power for 12 volt DC accessories
that are rated 120 watts or less (10
amps).
To use an accessory power socket,
the ignition switch must be in the
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
None of the sockets will power an
automotive type cigarette lighter
element. When more than one
socket is being used, the combined
power rating of the accessories
should be 120 watts or less
(10 amps). Open the center pocket by pulling
the handle.
To use the sun visor, pull it down.
Whenusingthesunvisorforthe
side window, remove the support rod
from the clip, and swing it out.
The ceiling light has a three-position
switch; ON, Door Activated, and
OFF. In the Door Activated (center)
position, the light comes on when
you:
Open any door.
Unlock the doors and the tailgate
with the key or remote transmitter.
Only on models with an automatic
transmission
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Sun Visor
Ceiling Light
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ON
OFF
DOOR ACTIVATED
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After all doors are closed tightly, the
light fades out in about 30 seconds.
The ceiling light (with the switch in
the center position) comes on when
you remove the key from the ignition
switch. If you do not open a door, the
light fades out in about 30 seconds.
If you leave any door or the tailgate
open with the key not in the ignition
switch, the ceiling light will go off
after 3 minutes.
Turn on the spotlight by pushing the
button. Push the button again to turn
it off. You can use the spotlights at
all times.
The ignition switch light comes on
when you open the driver’s door. It
fades out in about 30 seconds after
the door is closed.
The cargo area light has a three-
position switch. In the OFF position,
the light does not come on. In the
center position, the light comes on
when you open the tailgate or the
hatch glass. In the ON position, the
light stays on continuously.
Interior Lights
Spotlights
Ignition Switch Light
Cargo Area Light
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OFF
ON
TAILGATE/HATCH GLASS ACTIVATED
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The heating and air conditioning
system in your vehicle provides a
comfortable driving environment in
all weather conditions.
The standard audio system has
many features. This section de-
scribes those features and how to
use them.
Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio
system that requires a code number
to enable it.
...............Vents, Heating, and A/C . 98
................................Audio System . 103
...................Playing the Radio . 105,116
..........................Playing a Disc .109,124
..........................Disc Changer .111,125
Disc Player/Changer Error
.............................Messages .112,128
.........................Playing a Tape .113,129
Caring for the Tape and
...................................Player .115,131
.Playing the XM
Satellite Radio . 120
............................Radio Reception . 132
..................Protecting Your Discs . 134
................Remote Audio Controls . 135
.................Radio Theft Protection . 136
..........................Setting the Clock . 137
...............................Cruise Control . 138
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FAN CONTROL
DIAL
TEMPERATURE
CONTROL DIAL
MODE CONTROL
DIAL
RECIRCULATION
BUTTON
AIR CONDITIONING
(A/C) BUTTON
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
BUTTON
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/
HEATED MIRRORS BUTTON
(If equipped)
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The outside air intakes for the
heating and cooling system are at
the base of the windshield. Keep this
area clear of leaves and other debris.
Thesystemshouldbeleftinfresh
air mode under almost all conditions.
Keeping the system in recirculation
mode, particularly with the A/C off,
can cause the windows to fog up.
Switch to recirculation mode when
driving through dusty or smoky
conditions, then return to fresh air
mode.
This button turns the rear window
defogger off and on (see page ).
When the recirculation indicator is
on, air from the vehicle’s interior is
sent throughout the system again.
When the indicator is off, air is
brought in from the outside of the
vehicle (fresh air mode).
This button turns the air
conditioning on and off. The
indicatorinthebuttonisonwhen
the A/C is on.
Turning this dial clockwise increases
the temperature of the airflow.
Turn this dial to increase or decrease
the fan speed and airflow.
Use the mode control dial to select
the vents the air flows from. Some
air will flow from the dashboard
corner vents in all modes.
Air flows from the center
and corner vents in the dashboard.
Airflow is divided between
the vents in the dashboard and the
floor vents.
Air flows from the floor
vents. When you select , the
system automatically switches to
fresh air mode.
On some models, this button also
controls the heated mirror function
(see page ).
The system automatically
turns on the A/C and switches to
recirculation mode. Air flows from
the center and side vents in the
dashboard.
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Rear Window Defogger ButtonRecirculation Button
Air Conditioning (A/C) Button
Temperature Control Dial
Fan Control Dial
Air Flow Buttons Mode Control Dial
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The heater uses engine coolant to
warm the air. If the engine is cold, it
will be several minutes before you
feel warm air coming from the
system.
The flow-through ventilation system
draws in outside air, circulates it
through the interior, then exhausts it
through vents near the tailgate.
Air flows from the defroster
vents at the base of the windshield.
Airflow is divided between
the floor vents and the defroster
vents at the base of the windshield.
When you select or ,
the system automatically switches to
fresh air mode and turns on the A/C.
In this case, you cannot turn the A/C
off.
Set the temperature to the lower
limit.
Make sure the A/C is off.
Select and fresh air mode.
Set the fan to the desired speed.
Select .
When you select , the system
automatically switches to fresh air
mode.
Set the fan to the desired speed.
Adjust the warmth of the air with
the temperature control dial.
Air conditioning places an extra load
on the engine. Watch the engine
coolant temperature gauge (see page
). If it moves near the red zone,
turn off the A/C until the gauge
reading returns to normal.
Turn on the A/C by pressing the
button. The indicator in the button
comesonwhenafanspeedis
selected.
Make sure the temperature is set
to maximum cool.
Select .
If the outside air is humid, select
recirculation mode. If the outside
air is dry, select fresh air mode.
Set the fan to the desired speed.
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To remove fog from the inside of the
windows:
Air conditioning, as it cools, removes
moisture from the air. When used in
combination with the heater, it
makes the interior warm and dry.
This setting is suitable for all driving
conditions whenever the outside
temperature is above 32°F (0°C).
To cool the interior with MAX A/C:
Set the fan to the desired speed.
Select MAX A/C mode.
The system automatically turns on
the A/C, selects , and
switches to recirculation mode.
Make sure the temperature is set
to maximum cool.
you can
cool it down more rapidly by partially
opening the windows, turning on the
A/C, and setting the fan to
maximum speed in fresh air mode.
Turn the fan on.
Turn on the air conditioning.
Select and fresh air mode.
Adjust the temperature to your
preference.
Set the fan to the desired speed or
high for faster defrosting.
Select . The system
automatically switches to fresh air
mode and turns on the A/C. The
A/C indicator will not come on, if
it was previously off.
Adjust the temperature so the
airflow feels warm.
Select to help clear the
rear window and the outside
mirrors (if equipped).
To increase airflow to the
windshield, close the corner vents.
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If the interior is very warm,
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When you select or ,
the system automatically switches to
fresh air mode and turns on the A/C.
This helps to dehumidify the air and
to defog the windshield. In either
mode, you cannot turn off the A/C.
When you switch to another mode,
the A/C returns to its original setting,
either on or off, as displayed by the
A/C indicator.
Select . The system
automatically switches to fresh air
mode and turns on the A/C. The
A/C indicator does not come on if
it was previously off.
Select .
Set the fan and temperature
controls to maximum level.
To clear the windows faster, you can
close the dashboard corner vents by
rotating the wheel below each vent.
This sends more warm air to the
windshield defroster vents. Once the
windshield is clear, select fresh air
mode to avoid fogging the windows.
For your safety, make sure you have
a clear view through all the windows
before driving.
Turning the fan speed control dial all
the way to the left shuts the system
off.
Keep the system off for short
periods only.
To keep stale air and mustiness
from collecting, you should have
the fan running at all times.
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To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice
From the Windows
To Turn Everything Off
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Some models may have one of the
audio systems described in this
section. Read the appropriate pages
in this section for operation of the
audio systems installed in your
vehicle.
page to for U.S. LX model,
Canadian SE model
page to for U.S. EX, SE
models, Canadian EX, EX-L
models
If your vehicle has a different audio
system refer to its manual for
operating instructions.
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Playing the Radio
Features
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SCAN BUTTON FM BUTTON
TREBLE/
BALANCE
BASS/
FADE
AM BUTTON AUTO SELECT BUTTON
SEEK BUTTONS
PRESET BUTTONS TUNE KNOBPOWER/VOLUME KNOB
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You can use any of five methods to
find radio stations on the selected
band: the
preset buttons, and .
Use the TUNE knob to
tune the radio to a desired frequency.
Turn the knob right to tune to a
higher frequency, or left to tune to a
lower frequency.
The SEEK function
searches up and down from the
current frequency to find a station
with a strong signal. To activate it,
press the or SEEK button, then
release it.
The ignition switch must be in the
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
Turn the system on by pushing the
PWR/VOL knob or the AM or FM
button. Adjust the volume by turning
the PWR/VOL knob.
The SCAN function
samples all stations with strong
signals on the selected band. To
activate it, press the SCAN button,
then release it. You will see SCAN in
the display. The system will scan for
a station with a strong signal. When
it finds one, it will stop and play that
station for about 10 seconds.
If you do nothing, the system will
scan for the next strong station and
play it for 10 seconds. When it plays
a station that you want to listen to,
press the SCAN button again.
The band and frequency that the
radio was last tuned to is displayed.
To change bands, press the AM or
FM button. On the FM band, ST will
be displayed if the station is
broadcasting in stereo.
Stereo reproduction on AM is not
available.
To Play the Radio
TUNE,SEEK,SCAN,
AUTO SELECT
To Select a Station
TUNE
SEEK
SCAN
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traveling far from home and can no
longer receive your preset stations,
you can use the auto select feature to
find stations in the local area.Select the desired band, AM or
FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store
two frequencies with each preset
button.
UsetheTUNE,SEEK,orSCAN
function to tune the radio to a
desired station.
Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store a
total of six stations on AM and
twelve stations on FM.
The preset frequencies will be lost if
your vehicle’s battery goes dead, is
disconnected, or the radio fuse is
removed.
If you do not like the stations auto
select has stored, you can store
other frequencies on the preset
buttons as previously described.
You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed after
pressing a preset button if auto
select cannot find a strong station for
every preset button.
Press the A. SEL button. ‘‘A.SEL’’
flashes in the display, and the system
goes into scan mode for several
seconds. It stores the frequencies of
six AM and twelve FM stations in
the preset buttons.
Pick a preset button and hold it
until you hear a beep.
Each preset button can
store one frequency on AM and two
frequencies on FM.
To turn off auto select, press the
A. SEL button. This restores the
presets you originally set.
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You can use the instrument panel
brightness control knob to adjust the
illumination of the audio system (see
page ). The audio system
illuminates when the parking lights
are on, even if the radio is off.
Adjust the balance or side-
to-side strength of the sound.
Adjust the fader or the
front-to-back strength of the sound.
Adjustthetrebleinthe
sound.
Adjust the bass in the sound.
Press the knob to pop it
out. Turn it to adjust the Bass level.
Pull it out slightly farther to adjust
the Fade, or front-to-back strength.
Pushtheknobbackinwhenyouare
done adjusting the sound.
Press the knob to pop it
out. Turn it to adjust the Treble level.
Pull it out slightly farther to adjust
the balance, or side-to-side strength.
Pushtheknobbackinwhenyouare
done adjusting the sound.
For information, see page .
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Playing a Disc
Features
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POWER/VOLUME
KNOB
SKIP BUTTONS
RANDOM BUTTONREPEAT BUTTON
CD EJECT BUTTON CD SLOT
CD BUTTON
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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
youturnthesystembackon,theCD
will begin playing where it left off.
To play the tape when a CD is
playing, insert a tape in the player. If
a tape is in the player, press the
TAPE button. Press the CD button
again to switch back to the CD
player.
To play the radio when a CD is
playing, press the AM or FM button.
Press the CD button again to switch
back to the CD player.
To load or play CDs, the ignition
switch must be in the ACCESSORY
(I) or the ON(II) position.
You operate the CD player with the
same controls used for the radio. To
select the CD player, press the CD
button. The number of the track
playing is shown in the display. The
system will continuously play a CD
until you change modes.
Insert a CD into the CD slot. The
drive will pull the CD in the rest of
the way to play it. When the system
reaches the end of the disc, it will
return to the beginning and play the
disc again.
You can also play 3-inch (8-cm) discs
without using an adapter ring.
Each time you press and
release the skip button, the player
skips forward to the beginning of the
next track. Press and release the
skip button, 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
andholdthe or skipbutton.
To continuously replay
a track, press and release the RPT
button. You will see REPEAT in the
display. Press it again to turn it off.
To Play a CD To Change or Select Tracks
SKIP
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tracks in random order. To activate
random play, press and release the
RDM button. You will see RDM in
the display. Press it again to return
to normal play.
The SCAN function
samples all the tracks on the disc in
the order they are recorded on the
CD. To activate it, press and hold the
SCAN button. You will see SCAN in
the display. You will get a 10 second
sampling of each track on the CD.
Press the SCAN button again to get
out of the system and play the last
track sampled.
Press the eject button ( ) to
remove the CD. If you eject the CD,
but do not remove it from the slot,
the system will automatically reload
the CD after 10 seconds and put it in
pause mode. To begin playing, press
the CD button.
Press the AM or FM button to
switch to the radio while a CD is
playing. To play the CD, press the
CD button.
If a tape is in the tape player, press
the TAPE button to switch to the
tape while a CD is playing. Press the
CD button again to switch back to
the CD player.
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
youturnthesystembackon,theCD
will begin playing where it left off.
For information on how to handle
and protect discs, see page .
An optional six disc CD changer is
available from your dealer.
This disc changer uses the same
controls used for the in-dash CD
player or the radio.
Load the desired CDs in the
magazine, and load the magazine in
the changer according to the
instructions that came with it.
To select the CD changer, press the
CD button. The CD and track
numbers will be displayed. To select
a different CD, use the preset 5
(DISC ) button to select the
previous disc, or the preset 6 (DISC
) button to select the next disc in
sequence. 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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If you see an error message in the
display while playing a CD, find the
cause in the chart to the right. If you
cannot clear the error message, take
the vehicle to your dealer.
Error
Message Cause Solution
Error
Message
Cause Solution
High temperature
No CD in magazine
Focus Error
Mechanical Error
Will disappear when the temperature returns to
normal.
Insert CDs in magazine.
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.
Mechanical Error
High temperature
Focus Error
Press the CD eject button and pull out the CD.
Check it for damage or deformation.
If the CD cannot be pulled out, or the error
message does not disappear after the CD is
ejected, see your dealer.
Will disappear when the temperature returns to
normal.
Press the eject button and pull out the CD.
Check if it is inserted correctly in the CD player.
Make sure the CD is not scratched or damaged.
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FF BUTTON
TAPE SLOT
TAPE EJECT
BUTTON
TAPE DIRECTION
INDICATOR
REPEAT BUTTON
SKIP BUTTONS
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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.
Dolby noise reduction turns on
when you insert a tape. The
indicator will light in the
display. If the tape was not recorded
in Dolby, turn it off by pressing the
button. Dolby remains off until
you press the button again.
To remove the tape, press the eject
button. 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
begin playing where it left off.
The ignition switch must be in the
ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II)
position. Make sure the open side of
thetapeisfacingright,theninsert
thetapemostofthewayintotheslot.
Thesystemwillpullthetapeinthe
rest of the way and begin to play it.
Thetapedirectionindicatorinthe
display comes on to show you which
side of the tape is playing. The
indicates the side you inserted
upward is now playing. If you want to
play the other side, press the PROG
button. When the player reaches the
end of the tape, it will automatically
reverse direction and play the other
side.
To switch to the radio or CD player
while a tape is playing, press the AM,
FM, or CD button. To change back
to the tape player, press the TAPE
button.
To rewind the tape,
push the REW button. You will see
REW in the display. To fast forward
the tape, push the FF button. You
will see FF displayed. Press the FF,
REW, or PLAY button to take the
system out of rewind or fast forward.
Press the button to find
the beginning of the current song or
passage. Press the button 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.
To Play a Tape
To Stop Playing a Tape
Tape Search Functions
FF/REW
SKIP
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Thetapeplayerpicksupdirtand
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.
Store tapes in their cases to protect
them from dust and moisture. Never
placetapeswheretheywillbe
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.
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.
Never try to insert foreign objects
into the tape player.
Press the RPT button
to continuously play a song or
passage. You will see REPEAT
displayed. The track will repeat until
you press the RPT button again.
The skip and repeat
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.
If you see the error message
‘‘ ’’ on the display, 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 your
vehicle to your dealer.
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SEEK BUTTONS
POWER/VOLUME
KNOB
FM/AM
BUTTON
STEREO
INDICATOR
TUNE/SOUND
KNOB
AUTO
SELECT
BUTTON
POWER/VOLUME
KNOB
FM/AM
BUTTON
STEREO
INDICATOR
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samples all stations with strong
signals on the selected band. To
activate it, press the SCAN button,
then release it. You will see SCAN in
the display. The system will scan for
a station with a strong signal. When
it finds one, it will stop and play that
station for about 5 seconds.
If you do nothing, the system will
scan for the next strong station and
play it for 5 seconds. When it plays a
station you want to listen to, press
the SCAN button again.
You can use any of five methods to
find radio stations on the selected
band: the
preset buttons, and .
Use the TUNE knob to
tune the radio to a desired frequency.
Turn the knob right to tune to a
higher frequency, or left to tune to a
lower frequency.
The SEEK function
searches up and down from the
current frequency to find a station
with a strong signal. To activate it,
press the or SEEK button, then
release it.
The ignition switch must be in the
ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II)
position. Turn the system on by
pushingthePWR/VOLknoborthe
FM/AM button. Adjust the volume
by turning the PWR/VOL knob.
The band and frequency that the
radio was last tuned to is displayed.
To change bands, press the FM/AM
button. On the FM band, ST will be
displayed if the station is broadcast-
ing in stereo. Stereo reproduction on
AM is not available.
XM satellite radio information is
available on page .120
Optional for U.S. EX and SE models.
To Play the Radio SCAN
TUNE,SEEK,SCAN,
AUTO SELECT
To Select a Station
TUNE
SEEK
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traveling far from home and can no
longer receive your preset stations,
you can use the auto select feature to
find stations in the local area.Select the desired band, AM or
FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store
two frequencies with each preset
button.
UsetheTUNE,SEEK,orSCAN
function to tune the radio to a
desired station.
Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store a
total of six stations on AM and
twelve stations on FM.
The preset frequencies will be lost if
your vehicle’s battery goes dead, is
disconnected, or the radio fuse is
removed.
Each preset button can
store one frequency on AM and two
frequencies on FM.
Pick a preset button and hold it
until you hear a beep.
Press the A. SEL button. ‘‘A.SEL’’
flashes in the display, and the system
goes into scan mode for several
seconds. It stores the frequencies of
six AM and twelve FM stations in
the preset buttons.
You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed after
pressing a preset button if auto
select cannot find a strong station for
every preset button.
If you do not like the stations auto
select has stored, you can store
other frequencies on the preset
buttons as previously described.
To turn off auto select, press the
A. SEL button. This restores the
presets you originally set.
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brightness control knob to adjust the
illumination of the audio system (see
page ). The audio system
illuminates when the parking lights
are on, even if the radio is off.
Adjust the balance or side-
to-side strength of the sound.
Adjust the fader or the
front-to-back strength of the sound.
Adjustthetrebleinthe
sound.
Adjust the bass in the sound.
Press the SOUND knob repeatedly
to display the Bass (BAS), Treble
(TRE), Fader (FAD), and Balance
(BAL) settings.
Eachmodeisshowninthedisplayas
it changes. Turn the SOUND knob
to adjust the setting to your liking.
When the level reaches the center,
you will see a ‘‘C’’ in the display. The
system will return to the audio
display about 5 seconds after you
stop adjusting a mode.
For information, see page .
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CATEGORY MODE INDICATOR
PRESET BUTTONS
POWER/VOLUME
KNOB
SATELLITE RADIO
BUTTON
DISPLAY
BUTTON
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XM Satellite Radio, Inc.
Satellite radio is available in U.S.
models only.
Press and hold this button for more
than 2 seconds to change the mode
between the channel number and the
category.
The scan function samples
all channels for 5 seconds. To
activate the function, push the SCAN
button. Push it again to get out of the
sequence.
Each preset button can
store one channel in XM1 and one in
XM2.
Push the CD/XM button, you will
see XM1 or XM2.
Use the TUNE, SEEK or SCAN
function to tune the radio to a
desired channel.
Pick a preset button and hold it
until you hear a beep.
Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store a total
of six stations on XM1 and six on
XM2.
The ignition switch must be in the
ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II)
position.
Turn the system on:
Press and release this
button to change the display. The
display will change in the following
sequence: channel name, channel
number, category, artist name, and
music title.
The SEEK/SKIP
function selects the various
categories in XM, such as Jazz/Blues,
Rock, Classical, etc. Push the to
change the category forward. Push
the to change the category
backward. To search for channels
within a category, turn the TUNE
knob clockwise.
Turn the TUNE knob to
change channel selection. Turn the
knob right for higher numbered
channels and left for lower
numbered channels.
When in the satellite radio mode,
you can use any of three methods to
find channels: TUNE, SEEK/SKIP,
and SCAN.
Turn the PWR/VOL knob to adjust
the volume.
Push any of the following: PWR/
VOL knob or the CD/XM button.
Your vehicle is capable of receiving
XM
satellite radio anywhere in the
United States except Hawaii and
Alaska.
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Satellite Digital Radio
To Play XM
Satellite Radio
SCAN
Preset
DISP
SEEK/SKIP
TUNE
To Select a Channel
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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.
TheXMsatellitesareinorbitover
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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Signal may be
blocked by
mountains or
large obstacles
to the south.
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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.
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 the ON (II) position, push the
PWR/VOL knob to turn on the audio
system, and press the CD/XM
button. A variety of music types and
styles will play.
If you decide to purchase XM
satellite radio service, contact XM
Radio at , or 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, turn the TUNE
knob until ‘‘0’’ appears in the display.
Your I.D. will appear in the display.
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,
andyou’llbeabletolistentoXM
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.
As required by the FCC:
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
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Canadian EX and EX-L models
POWER/
VOLUME
KNOB
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CD BUTTON
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REPEAT BUTTON CD SELECT BUTTONS
POWER/
VOLUME
KNOB
RANDOM
BUTTON
LOAD BUTTON RANDOM
BUTTON
CD EJECT
BUTTON
CD SLOT
CD BUTTON
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BUTTON
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You operate the CD player/CD
changer with the same controls used
for the radio. To select the CD
player/CD changer, press the CD
button. The number of the track
playing is shown in the display. With
the in-dash CD changer, the disc and
track numbers are displayed. The
system will continuously play a CD
until you change modes.
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
youturnthesystembackon,theCD
will begin playing where it left off.
To play the tape when a CD is
playing, insert a tape in the player. If
a tape is in the player, press the
TAPE button. Press the CD button
again to switch back to the CD
player.
To load or play CDs, the ignition
switch must be in the ACCESSORY
(I) or the ON(II) position.
You can also play 3-inch (8-cm) discs
without using an adapter ring.
To play the radio when a CD is
playing, press the AM/FM button.
Press the CD button again to switch
back to the CD player.
Your vehicle’s in-dash CD changer
holdsuptosixdiscs.
Press the LOAD button until you
hear a beep and see ‘‘LOAD’’ in
the display.
To load only one CD, press and
release the LOAD button.
The disc number for an empty
position is highlighted.
Insert the disc into the CD slot
when the green CD load indicator
comes on. Insert it only about
halfway; the drive will pull it in the
rest of the way. You will see
‘‘BUSY’’ in the display while the
CD load indicator turns red and
blinks as the CD is loaded.
You cannot load and play 3-inch
(8-cm)discsinthissystem.
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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 CD
until ‘‘LOAD’’ appears. You could
damage the audio unit.
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
pressing the appropriate preset
button. The system stops playing the
current CD and starts the loading
sequence. It plays the CD just loaded.
To listen to satellite radio when a CD
is playing, press the CD/XM button.
Press and release the DISP
button to switch the display between
the track and disc numbers and the
elapsedtimeforthecurrentCD.
To move rapidly within a track, press
andholdthe or skipbutton.
The SCAN function
samples all the tracks on the
selected disc in the order they are
recorded on the CD. To activate it,
press and hold the SCAN button.
You will see SCAN in the display.
You will get a 10 second sampling of
each track on the selected CD. Press
the SCAN button again to get out of
the system and play the last track
sampled.
To select a different CD, use the
appropriate preset buttons (1 to 6).
This feature plays the
tracks in random order. To activate
random play, press and release the
RDM button. You will see RDM in
the display. Press it again to return
to normal play.
To continuously replay
a track, press and release the RPT
button. You will see RPT in the
display. Press it again to turn it off.
Each time you press and
release the skip button the player
skips forward to the beginning of the
next track. Press and release the
skipbuttontoskipbackwardtothe
beginning of the current track. Press
it again to skip to the beginning of
the previous track.
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DISP
To Change or Select Tracks
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You can also eject discs when the
ignition switch is off. The disc that
was last selected is ejected first.
To remove a different CD from the
changer,firstselectitwiththe
appropriate preset button. When that
CD begins playing, press the eject
button. Continue pressing the eject
button to remove all the discs from
the changer.
For information on how to handle
and protect discs, see page .
PresstheFM/AMorCDbuttonto
switch to the radio or satellite radio
while a CD is playing. To play the
CD, press the CD button again.
If a tape is in the tape player, press
the TAPE button to switch to the
tape while a CD is playing. Press the
CD button again to switch back to
theCDplayer/CDchanger.
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
youturnthesystembackon,theCD
will begin playing where it left off.
To remove the disc currently in play,
press the eject ( ) button. When
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 10 seconds, the system
returns to the previous mode (AM/
FM or satellite radio). The disc will
reload into the system and will
remainthereinapausemode.
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If you see an error message in the
display while playing a CD, find the
cause in the chart to the right. If you
cannot clear the error message, take
the vehicle to your dealer.
Error
Message
SolutionCause
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.
Insert CDs.
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No CD in the CD
changer
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DOLBY
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REPEAT
BUTTON
SKIP
BUTTONS
Canadian EX and EX-L models
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POWER/
VOLUME
KNOB
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FF BUTTON
TAPE BUTTON
TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR
DOLBY INDICATOR
TAPE EJECT
BUTTON
DOLBY
BUTTON
REPEAT
BUTTON
SKIP
BUTTONS
POWER/
VOLUME
KNOB
TAPE SLOT
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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.
Dolby noise reduction turns on
when you insert a tape. The
indicator will light in the
display. If the tape was not recorded
in Dolby, turn it off by pressing the
button. Dolby remains off until
you press the button again.
To remove the tape, press the eject
button. 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
begin playing where it left off.
The ignition switch must be in the
ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II)
position. Make sure the open side of
thetapeisfacingright,theninsert
thetapemostofthewayintotheslot.
Thesystemwillpullthetapeinthe
rest of the way and begin to play it.
Thetapedirectionindicatorinthe
display comes on to show you which
side of the tape is playing. The
indicates the side you inserted
upward is now playing. If you want to
play the other side, press the PROG
button. When the player reaches the
end of the tape, it will automatically
reverse direction and play the other
side.
To switch to the radio, XM Radio
(optional on U.S. EX and SE models),
or CD changer while a Tape is
playing, press the FM/AM or CD/
XM button. To change back to the
tape player, press the TAPE button.
To rewind the tape,
push the REW button. You will see
REW in the display. To fast forward
the tape, push the FF button. You
will see FF displayed. Press the FF,
REW, or PLAY button to take the
system out of rewind or fast forward.
Press the button to find
the beginning of the current song or
passage. Press the button 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.
To Play a Tape
To Stop Playing a Tape
Tape Search Functions
FF/REW
SKIP
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Thetapeplayerpicksupdirtand
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.
Store tapes in their cases to protect
them from dust and moisture. Never
placetapeswheretheywillbe
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.
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.
Never try to insert foreign objects
into the tape player.
If you see the error message
‘‘ ’’ on the display, 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 your
vehicle to your dealer.
Press the RPT button
to continuously play a song or
passage. You will see RPT displayed.
The track will repeat until you press
the RPT button again.
The skip and repeat
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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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
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.
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,orhearonlythestationyou
are close to.
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
stationdriftinginandout.Ifyouare
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.
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 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.
As required by the FCC:
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
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When using CD-R/CD-RW discs,
use only high quality CDs labeled
for audio use.
When recording a CD-R/CD-RW,
the recording must be closed for it
to be used by the system.
Play only standard round CDs.
Odd-shaped CDs may jam in the
driveorcauseotherproblems.
Handle your CDs properly to
prevent damage and skipping.
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.
AnewCDmayberoughonthe
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.
Never try to insert foreign objects in
theCDplayer/CDchangerorthe
magazine.
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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Protecting Your CDs
General Information
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Three controls for the audio system
are mounted in the steering wheel
hub. These let you control basic
functions without removing your
hand from the wheel.
The VOL switch adjusts the volume
up ( ) or down ( ). Push the
switch up or down and hold it until
the desired volume is reached, then
release it.
The MODE button changes the
mode. Pressing the button
repeatedly selects FM1, FM2, AM,
CD (if a CD is loaded), or a tape. 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 button, the
system goes to the next preset
station on the band you are listening
to.
IfyouareplayingaCD,thesystem
skips to the beginning of the next
track each time you push the CH
button. You will see the disc and
track number in the display.
Ifyouareplayingatape,pressthe
CH button to advance to the next
selection. The system senses a silent
period, then resumes playing.
If equipped
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CH BUTTON
MODE BUTTON
VOL SWITCH
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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 five-digit code in the
preset buttons. Because there are
hundreds of number combinations
possible from five digits, making the
system work without knowing the
exact code is nearly impossible.
Youshouldhavereceivedacardthat
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.
If you make a mistake entering the
code, do not start over; complete the
five-digit sequence, then enter the
correct code. You have 10 tries to
enter the correct code. If you are
unsuccessful in 10 attempts, you
must then leave the system on for 1
hour before trying again.
You will have to store your favorite
stations in the preset buttons after
the system begins working. Your
original settings were lost when the
power was disconnected.
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 CODE in the
frequencydisplaythenexttimeyou
turn on the system. Use the preset
buttons to enter the five-digit code.
Thecodeisontheradiocodecard
included in your owner’s manual kit.
When it is entered correctly, the
radio will start playing.
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If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected or goes dead, you will
need to set the clock.
Press the CLOCK button until you
hear a beep. The displayed time
begins to blink. Change the hours by
pressing the H (preset 4) button
until the numbers advance to the
desired time. Change the minutes by
press the M (preset 5) button until
the numbers advance to the desired
time.
When you are finished, press the
CLOCK button again.
You can quickly set the time to the
nearest hour. If the displayed time
is before the half hour, press the
CLOCK button until you hear a
beep, then press the R (preset 6)
button to set the clock back to the
previous hour. If the displayed
time is after the half hour, the
clock sets forward to the
beginning of the next hour.
1:06 will reset to 1:00
1:53 will reset to 2:00
For example:
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RESET BUTTON
CLOCK BUTTON
H BUTTONH BUTTON
CLOCK BUTTONM BUTTON M BUTTON
RESET BUTTON
CLOCK
CLOCK
U.S.modelis
shown.
U.S.: EX and SE models
Canada: EX and EX-L models
U.S.: LX model
Canada: SE model
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Cruise control allows you to maintain
asetspeedabove25mph(40km/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.
Accelerate to the desired cruising
speedabove25mph(40km/h).
Press and release the SET/
DECELbuttononthesteering
wheel. The CRUISE CONTROL
indicator on the instrument panel
comes on to show the system is
now activated.
Push in the cruise control master
button. The indicator will come on.
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RES/ACCEL
SET/DECEL
CRUISE CONTROL
MASTER BUTTON
CANCEL
Improper use of the cruise
control can lead to a crash.
Use the cruise control only
when traveling on open
highways in good weather.
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You can increase the set cruising
speed in any of these ways:
You can decrease the set cruising
speed in any of these ways:
When climbing a steep hill, the
automatic transmission may
downshift to hold the set speed.
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 SET/
DECEL button.
To increase the speed in very
small amounts, tap the RES/
ACCEL button. Each time you do
this, your vehicle will speed up
about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
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.
Tap the brake or clutch pedal
lightly with your foot. The
CRUISE CONTROL indicator on
the instrument panel goes out.
When the vehicle slows to the
desired speed, press the SET/
DECEL button.
To slow down in very small
amounts, tap the SET/DECEL
button. Each time you do this,
your vehicle will slow down about
1 mph (1.6 km/h).
Press and hold the SET/DECEL
button. Release the button when
you reach the desired speed.
If you need to decrease your
speed quickly, use the brakes as you
normally would.
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Even with the 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.
Resting your foot on the brake or
clutch pedal causes the cruise
control to cancel.
You can cancel cruise control in any
of these ways:
Tap the brake or clutch pedal.
Push the CANCEL button on the
steering wheel.
Pushthecruisecontrolmaster
button.
When you push the CANCEL button,
or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the
system remembers the previously
set cruising speed. To return to that
speed, accelerate to above 25 mph
(40 km/h) and then press and
release the RES/ACCEL button. The
CRUISE CONTROL indicator comes
on, and the vehicle will accelerate to
thesamecruisingspeedasbefore.
Pressing the cruise control master
button turns the system off and
erases the previous cruising speed.
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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 . 142
.................Fuel Recommendation . 142
.........Service Station Procedures . 143
....................................Refueling . 143
Opening and Closing
................................the Hood . 144
...................................Oil Check . 145
.............Engine Coolant Check . 146
...............................Fuel Economy . 147
...Accessories and Modifications . 148
.............................Carrying Cargo . 150
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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).
Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid
acceleration.
Do not change the oil until the
scheduled maintenance time.
Avoidhardbrakingforthefirst
200 miles (300 km).
During this period:
You should also follow these
recommendations with an
overhauled or exchanged engine, or
when the brakes are replaced.
Do not tow a trailer.
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.
We recommend using gasoline
containing detergent additives that
help prevent fuel system and engine
deposits.
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.
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.
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
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Open the fuel fill door by pulling
on the handle located under the
lower left corner of the dashboard.
Park with the driver’s side closest
to the service station pump.
Removethefuelfillcapslowly.
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. Put the
attachment on the fuel fill cap into
the slit on the fuel fill door.
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.
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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2.
3.
4.
If the fuel nozzle keeps clicking off
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143
Pull
TETHER
FUEL FILL
CAP
ATTACHMENT
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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Reach in between the hood and
the front grille with your fingers.
The hood latch handle is above
the ‘‘H’’ logo. Push this handle up
until it releases the hood. Lift the
hood.
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.
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.
Push the fuel fill door closed until
it latches.
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
maycomeon(seepage ).
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6.
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Opening and Closing the Hood
144
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE
LATCH
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Wait a few minutes after turning the
engine off before you check the oil.
Remove the dipstick (orange
handle).
Wipe off the dipstick with a clean
cloth or paper towel.
Insert it all the way back in its hole.
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.
Remove the dipstick again, and
check the level. It should be
between the upper and lower
marks.
If it is near or below the lower mark,
see on page .
Pull the support rod out of its clip,
and insert the end into the
designated hole in the hood.
1.
2.
3.
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Adding Engine Oil
Service Station Procedures
Before Driving
145
DIPSTICKSUPPORT ROD
CLIP
UPPER MARK
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Look at the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is
between the MAX and MIN lines. If
it is below the MIN line, see
on page for
information on adding the proper
coolant.
Refer to
on page for
information about checking other
items on your vehicle.
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Engine Coolant Check
Adding
Engine Coolant
Owner’s Maintenance
Checks
146
MAX RESERVE TANK
MIN
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Always maintain your vehicle
according to the maintenance
schedule. See
(see page
).
an underinflated tire
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.
Always drive in the highest gear
possible.
The air conditioning puts an extra
load on the engine which makes it
usemorefuel.Usethefresh-air
ventilation when possible.
Combine several short trips into
one.
Try to maintain a constant speed.
Everytimeyouslowdownand
speed up, your vehicle uses extra
fuel. Use cruise control when
appropriate.
Drive moderately. Rapid
acceleration, abrupt cornering,
and hard braking use more fuel.
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Improving Fuel Economy
Owner’s
Maintenance Checks
Before Driving
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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.
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.
Before installing any accessory:
Make sure the accessory does not
obscure any lights, or interfere
with proper vehicle operation or
performance.
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.
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.
Be sure electronic accessories do
not overload electrical circuits
(see page ) or interfere with
proper operation of your vehicle.
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Accessories
148
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.
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Larger or smaller wheels and tires
can interfere with the operation of
your vehicle’s anti-lock brakes and
other systems.
If you plan to modify your vehicle,
consult your dealer.
Modifying your steering wheel or
any other part of your vehicle’s
safety features can make the
systems ineffective.
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.
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
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Modifying Your Vehicle
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Your vehicle has several convenient
storage areas:
Door pockets
Tailgate pockets
Glove box
Dashboard pocket
Seat-back pockets
Center pocket
Cargo area, including the rear
seatswhenfoldedupordown.
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.
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DOOR POCKETS
SEAT-BACK
POCKETS
GLOVE BOX
A/T model only
TAILGATE POCKETS DASHBOARD POCKET
CARGO AREA CENTER POCKET
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Steps for determining correct load
limit:The maximum load for your vehicle
is 850 lbs (385 kg) for U.S.A, 395 kg
for Canada. This figure includes the
total weight of all occupants, cargo,
and accessories, and the tongue load
if you are towing a trailer.
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 lbs.
The resulting figure equals the
available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For
example, if the maximum load is
850 lbs and there will be five 150 lb.
passengers in your vehicle, the
amount of available cargo and
luggage load capacity is 100 lbs.
[850 750 (5 150) = 100 lbs.]
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.
Ifyourvehiclewillbetowinga
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 .]
In addition, the total weight of the
vehicle, all occupants, accessories,
cargo, and trailer tongue load must
not exceed the gross vehicle weight
rating (GVWR) or the gross axle
weight rating (GAWR). Both are on
a label on the driver’s doorjamb.
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151
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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Store or secure all items that could
be thrown around and hurt
someone during a crash.
Ifyoufoldtherearseatsupor
down, tie down items that could be
thrown about the vehicle during a
crash or sudden stop. Also, keep
all cargo below the bottom of the
windows. If it is higher, it could
interfere with the proper operation
ofthesidecurtainairbags.
Distribute cargo evenly on the
floor of the cargo area, placing the
heaviest items on the bottom and
as far forward as possible. Tie
down items that could be thrown
about the vehicle during a crash or
sudden stop.
If you carry large items that
prevent you from closing the
tailgate or the hatch glass, exhaust
gas can enter the passenger area.
To avoid the possibility of
, follow the
instructions on page .
If you carry any items on a roof
rack,besurethetotalweightof
the rack and the items does not
exceed the maximum allowable
weight. Please contact your dealer
for further information.
Be sure items placed on the floor
behind the front seats cannot roll
under the seats and interfere with
the driver’s ability to operate the
pedals, the proper operation of the
seats, or the advanced front
airbags.
Keep the glove box closed while
driving. If it is open, a passenger
could injure their knees during a
crash or sudden stop.
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carbon
monoxide poisoning
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Theseparationnetcanbeusedto
hold back soft, lightweight items
stored in the cargo area. Heavy
items should be properly secured on
the floor of the cargo area. The net
may not prevent heavy items from
being thrown forward in a crash or a
sudden stop.
If you use an accessory roof rack,
the roof rack weight limit may be
lower. Refer to the information that
came with your roof rack.
The four hooks on the floor can be
used to install a net for securing
items.
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This section gives you tips on
starting the engine under various
conditions, and how to operate the
manual and automatic transmissions.
It also includes important
information on parking your vehicle,
the braking system, the vehicle
stability assist (VSA) system, and
facts you need if you are planning to
tow a trailer or drive off-highway.
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....................Preparing to Drive . 157
.......................Starting the Engine . 158
...................Manual Transmission . 159
..............Automatic Transmission . 161
...........................................Parking . 166
.............................Braking System . 167
...............Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) . 168
Vehicle Stability Assist
............................(VSA) System . 170
...........................Towing a Trailer . 172
Towing Your Vehicle Behind a
................................Motorhome . 177
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Because your vehicle rides higher
off the ground, it has a high center
of gravity that can cause it to roll
over if you make abrupt turns. Utility
vehicles have a significantly higher
roll over rate than other types of
vehicles.
To prevent rollovers or loss of
control:
Take corners at slower speeds
than you would with a passenger
vehicle.
Avoid sharp turns and abrupt
maneuvers whenever possible.
Do not carry heavy cargo on the
roof.
Do not modify your vehicle in any
way that would raise the center of
gravity.
You still need to exercise the same
care when accelerating, steering, and
brakingthatyouwouldinatwo-
wheel drive vehicle.
Your vehicle has higher ground
clearance that allows you to travel
over bumps, obstacles, and rough
terrain. It also provides good
visibility so you can anticipate
problems earlier.
Your vehicle is equipped with a four-
wheel drive (4WD) system. When
the system senses a loss of front-
wheel traction, it automatically
transfers some power to the rear
wheels. This gives you better
traction and mobility.
Four-wheel Drive Models
See page for off-highway driving
guidelines.
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Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove frost, snow,
or ice.
Check that the hood is fully closed.
Check the seat adjustment (see
page ).
Check the adjustment of the
inside and outside mirrors (see
page ).
Check the steering wheel
adjustment (see page ).
Make sure the doors, the tailgate,
and the hatch glass are securely
closed and locked.
Fasten your seat belt. Check that
your passengers have fastened
their seat belts (see page ).
When you start the engine, check
the gauges and indicators in the
instrument panel (see page ).
Check that any items you may be
carrying are stored properly or
fastened down securely.
Visually check the tires. If a tire
looks low, use a gauge to check its
pressure (see page ).
Youshoulddothesechecksand
adjustments before you drive your
vehicle:
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Apply the parking brake.
In cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories to reduce
the drain on the battery.
Without touching the accelerator
pedal, turn the ignition key to the
START (III) position. Do not hold
the key in the START (III)
position for more than 15 seconds
at a time. If the engine does not
start right away, pause for at least
10 seconds before trying again.Push the clutch pedal down all the
way. START (III) does not
function unless the clutch pedal is
depressed.
Make sure the shift lever is in
Park. Press on the brake pedal.
If the engine fails to start, press
the accelerator pedal all the way
down, and hold it there while
starting to clear flooding. If the
engine still does not start, return
to step 5.
If the engine does not start within
15 seconds, or starts but stalls
right away, repeat step 4 with the
accelerator pedal pressed halfway
down. If the engine starts, release
pressure on the accelerator pedal
so the engine does not race.
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The engine is harder to start in cold
weather. Also, the thinner air f ound at
altitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400
meters) adds to this problem.
The immobilizer system protects your
vehicle f rom thef t. If an improperly-
coded key (or other device) is used, the
engine’s f uel system is disabled. For
more inf ormation, see page .
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The manual transmission is
synchronized in all forward gears for
smooth operation. It has a lockout so
you cannot shift directly from fifth to
reverse. When shifting up or down,
make sure you push the clutch pedal
down all the way, shift to the next
gear, and let the pedal up gradually.
Do not skip gears. When you are not
shifting, do not rest your foot on the
clutch pedal. This can cause your
clutch to wear out faster.
Come to a full stop before you shift
into reverse. You can damage the
transmission by trying to shift into
reverse with the vehicle moving.
Push down the clutch pedal, and
pause for a few seconds before
shifting into reverse, or shift into one
of the forward gears for a moment.
This stops the gears so they won’t
‘‘grind.’’
When slowing down, you can get
extra braking from the engine by
shifting to a lower gear. This extra
braking can help you maintain a safe
speed and prevent your brakes from
overheating while going down a
steep hill. To prevent serious engine
and transmission damage, do not
skip gears when downshifting, and
do not let the engine speed go into
the red zone of the tachometer.
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Rapid slowing or speeding-up
can cause loss of control on
slippery surfaces. If you crash,
you can be injured.
Use extra care when driving on
slippery surfaces.
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If you exceed the maximum speed
for the gear you are in, the engine
speed will enter into the tachometer’s
red zone. If this occurs, you may feel
the engine cut in and out. This is
caused by a limiter in the engine’s
computer controls. The engine will
run normally when you reduce the
rpm below the red zone.
Drive in the highest gear that lets
the engine run and accelerate
smoothly. This will give you good
fuel economy and effective
emissions control. The following
shift points are recommended:
Shift up
1st to 2nd
2nd to 3rd
3rd to 4th
4th to 5th
Normal acceleration
15 mph (24 km/h)
25 mph (40 km/h)
40 mph (64 km/h)
48 mph (77 km/h)
The engine speed limiter only works
when you upshift; engine speed is
not limited during downshifts. To
prevent serious engine damage
during downshifts, do not skip gears,
and do not let the engine speed enter
the red zone of the tachometer.
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These indicators on the instrument
panel show which position the shift
lever is in.
The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for a
few seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position. If it flashes while driving (in
any shift position), it indicates a
possible problem in the transmission.
If the malfunction indicator lamp
comes on along with the ‘‘D’’
indicator, there is a problem in the
automatic transmission control
system. Avoid rapid acceleration, and
have the transmission checked by
your dealer as soon as possible.
To shift from any position, press
firmly on the brake pedal and pull
the lever toward you. You cannot
shift out of Park when the ignition
switch is in the LOCK (0) or the
ACCESSORY (I) position.
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−−This position mechani-
cally locks the transmission. Use
Park whenever you are turning off or
starting the engine. To shift out of
Park, you must press on the brake
pedal and have your foot off the
accelerator pedal. Pull the shift lever
towards you, then move it out of
Park.
If you have done all of the above and
still cannot move the lever out of
Park, see on
page .
You must also pull the shift lever
towards you to shift into Park. To
avoid transmission damage, come to
a complete stop before shifting into
Park. The shift lever must be in Park
for you to remove the key from the
ignition switch.
If there is a problem in the reverse
lockout system, or your vehicle’s
battery is disconnected or goes dead,
you cannot shift to reverse. (Refer to
on page ).
Press the brake
pedal and pull the shift lever towards
you to shift from Park to reverse. To
shift from reverse to neutral, come
to a complete stop, and then shift.
Pull the shift lever towards you
before shifting into reverse from
neutral.
Your vehicle has a reverse lockout so
you cannot accidentally shift to
reverse when the vehicle speed
exceeds 5 mph (8 km/h).
If you cannot shift to reverse when
the vehicle is stopped, press the
brake pedal, slowly shift to neutral,
andthenshifttoreverse.
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To shift from:
PtoR
RtoP
NtoR
Dto2
2to1
1to2
2toD
DtoN
NtoD
RtoN
Do this:
Press the brake pedal and
pull the shift lever towards
you.
Pull the shift lever towards
you.
Move the shift lever.
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Park (P)
Shift Lock Release
Shift Lock Release
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Use Neutral if you
need to restart a stalled engine, or if
it is necessary to stop briefly with
the engine idling. Shift to the Park
position if you need to leave your
vehicle for any reason. Press on the
brake pedal when you are moving
the shift lever from Neutral to
another gear.
Use this position for
your normal driving. The
transmission automatically selects a
suitable gear (1 through 5) for your
speed and acceleration. You may
notice the transmission shifting up at
higher engine speeds when the
engine is cold. This helps the engine
warm up faster.
D3 mode can be turned on or off
only when the ignition switch is in
the ON (II) position and the shift
lever is in the D position.
Press the D3 switch on the edge of
the shift lever to turn this mode on
or off; the D3 mode indicator comes
on whenever the D3 mode is
selected.
WhentheD3modeison,the
transmission selects only the first
three gears. Use D3 mode when
towing a trailer, or to provide engine
brakingwhengoingdownasteephill.
D3 mode can also keep the
transmission from cycling between
third and fourth gears in stop-and-go
driving.
After you stop in D, 2, 1, N, or R
position with the ignition switch in
the ACCESSORY (I) position for an
extended period, you may not be
able to move the shift lever from
neutral to reverse or Park. In this
case, press the brake pedal, and turn
the ignition switch to the ON (II)
position, then shift out of neutral.
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Drive (D)
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Turning the ignition switch to the
LOCK (0) position turns this mode
off. When you restart the engine,
select the D position and press the
D3 mode switch again to use this
mode.
Shifting out from the D position will
canceltheD3mode,andtheD3
indicator will go out. Selecting the
D3 position again will resume the D3
mode and the indicator comes on.
TheD3modeindicatoralsocomes
on for a few seconds when you turn
the ignition switch to the ON (II)
position.
To shift to second,
pull the shift lever towards you, then
shift to the lower gear. This position
locks the transmission in second
gear. It does not downshift to first
gear when you come to a stop.
If you shift into first position when
thevehiclespeedisabove31mph
(50 km/h), the transmission shifts
into second gear first to avoid
sudden engine braking.
If you exceed the maximum speed
for the gear you are in, the engine
speed will enter into the tachometer’s
red zone. If this occurs, you may feel
the engine cut in and out. This is
caused by a limiter in the engine’s
computer controls. The engine will
run normally when you reduce the
rpm below the red zone.
Use second gear:
For more power when climbing.
To increase engine braking when
going down steep hills.
For starting out on a slippery
surface or in deep snow.
To help reduce wheel spin.
When driving downhill with a
trailer.
To shift from second to
first, pull the shift lever towards you,
then shift to the lower gear. This
position locks the transmission in
first gear. By upshifting and
downshifting through 1, 2, and D,
you can operate the transmission
much like a manual transmission
without a clutch pedal.
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Remove the screwdriver from the
shift lock release slot, then
reinstall the cover. Make sure the
notchonthecoverisontheright
side. Press the brake pedal and
restart the engine.
If you need to use the shift lock
release, it means your vehicle is
developing a problem. Have the
vehicle checked by your dealer.
Set the parking brake.
Insert a flat-tipped screwdriver
into the shift lock release slot.
Push down on the screwdriver and
move the shift lever out of Park to
neutral.
This allows you to move the shift
lever out of Park if the normal
method of pushing on the brake
pedal does not work. This procedure
is also used to release the reverse
lockout.
Remove the key from the ignition
switch.
Put a cloth on the edge of the shift
lock release slot cover. Using a
small flat-tipped screwdriver or
metal fingernail file, carefully pry
on the edge of the cover to remove
it.
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Always use the parking brake when
you park your vehicle. Make sure
the parking brake is set firmly, or
your vehicle may roll if it is parked
on an incline.
If your vehicle has an automatic
transmission, set the parking brake
before you put the transmission in
Park. This keeps the vehicle from
moving and putting pressure on the
parking mechanism in the
transmission.
Make sure the moonroof (if
equipped) and the windows are
closed.
Turn off the lights.
Place any packages, valuables, etc.
in the cargo area or take them
with you.
Lock the doors and the tailgate.
Make sure the hatch glass is
closed securely.
Never park over dry leaves, tall
grass, or other flammable
materials. The hot three way
catalytic converter could cause
these materials to catch on fire.
If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn
the front wheels away from the
curb. If you have a manual
transmission, put it in first gear.
Make sure the parking brake is
fully released before driving away.
Driving with the parking brake
partially set can overheat or
damage the rear brakes.
If the vehicle is facing downhill,
turn the front wheels toward the
curb. If you have a manual
transmission, put it in reverse gear.
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Your vehicle is equipped with disc
brakes at all four wheels. A power
assist helps reduce the effort needed
on the brake pedal. The anti-lock
brake system (ABS) helps you retain
steering control when braking very
hard.
Check your brakes after driving
through deep water. Apply the
brakes moderately to see if they feel
normal. If not, apply them gently and
frequently until they do. Be extra
cautious and alert in your driving.
The hydraulic system that operates
the brakes has two separate circuits.
Each circuit works diagonally across
the vehicle (the left-front brake is
connected with the right-rear brake,
etc.). If one circuit should develop a
problem, you will still have braking
at two wheels.
The front and rear disc brakes on all
models have audible brake wear
indicators.
If the brake pads need replacing, you
will hear a distinctive, metallic
screeching sound when you apply
the brake pedal. If you do not have
the brake pads replaced, they will
screech all the time. It is normal for
the brakes to occasionally squeal or
squeak when you apply them.
Constant application of the brakes
when going down a long hill builds
up heat and reduces their effective-
ness. Use the engine to assist the
brakes by taking your foot off the
accelerator and downshifting to a
lower gear.
Resting your foot on the pedal keeps
the brakes applied lightly, builds up
heat, and reduces their effectiveness.
It also keeps your brake lights on all
the time, confusing drivers behind
you.
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The anti-lock brake system (ABS)
helps prevent the brakes from
locking up, and helps you retain
steering control by pumping the
brakes rapidly, much faster than a
person can do it.
The ABS also balances the front-to-
rear braking distribution according
to vehicle loading.
Let the ABS work for you by always
keeping firm, steady pressure on the
brake pedal. This is sometimes
referred to as ‘‘stomp and steer.’’
You will feel a pulsation in the brake
pedal when the ABS activates, and
you may hear some noise. This is
normal: it is the ABS rapidly
pumpingthebrakes.Ondry
pavement, you will need to press on
thebrakepedalveryhardbeforethe
ABS activates. However, you may
feel the ABS activate immediately if
you are trying to stop on snow or ice.
If this indicator comes on, the anti-
lock function of the braking system
has shut down. The brakes still work
like a conventional system, but
without anti-lock. You should have
your dealer inspect your vehicle as
soon as possible.
If the ABS indicator comes on while
driving, test the brakes as shown on
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You should never pump the brake pedal.
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on loose or
uneven surfaces, such as gravel or
snow, than a vehicle without anti-
lock. Slow down, and allow a greater
distance between vehicles under
those conditions.
If the ABS indicator and the brake
system indicator come on together,
and the parking brake is fully
released, the front-to-rear braking
distribution system may also be shut
down.
It only helps with the
steering control during braking.
such as trying to take a
corner too fast or making a sudden
lane change. Always drive at a safe
speed for the road and weather
conditions.
Always steer moderately
when you are braking hard. Severe
or sharp steering wheel movement
can still cause your vehicle to veer
into oncoming traffic or off the road.
Test your brakes as instructed on
page . If the brakes feel normal,
drive slowly and have your vehicle
repaired by your dealer as soon as
possible. Avoid sudden hard braking
which could cause the rear wheels to
lock up and possibly lead to a loss of
control.
The VSA indicator will come on
alongwiththeABSindicator.
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A vehicle with ABS may require a
longer distance to stopABS does not reduce the time or
distance it takes to stop the
vehicle.
ABS will not prevent a skid that
results from changing direction
abruptly,
ABS cannot prevent a loss of
stability.
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The VSA system cannot enhance the
vehicle’s driving stability in all
situations and does not control your
vehicle’s entire braking system. It is
still your responsibility to drive and
corner at reasonable speeds and to
leave a sufficient margin of safety.
The vehicle stability assist (VSA)
system helps to stabilize the vehicle
during cornering if the vehicle turns
more or less than desired. It also
assists you in maintaining traction
while accelerating on loose or
slippery road surfaces. It does this
by regulating the engine’s output and
by selectively applying the brakes.
When VSA activates, you may notice
that the engine does not respond to
the accelerator in the same way it
does at other times. You will also see
the VSA activation indicator blink.
When VSA activates, you will see the
VSA activation indicator blink (see
page ).
The VSA system indicator (see page
) comes on and stays on when
there is a problem with the VSA
system. The VSA activation indicator
will also come on.
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When VSA is off, the VSA activation
indicator comes on as a reminder.
Pressing the switch again turns the
system back on.
VSA is turned on every time you
start the engine, even if you turned it
off the last time you drove the
vehicle.
Driving with varying tire or wheel
sizes may cause the VSA to
malfunction. When replacing tires,
make sure they are the same size
and type as your original tires (see
page ).
If this indicator comes on while
driving, pull to the side of the road
when it is safe, and turn off the
engine. Reset the system by
restarting the engine. If the VSA
system indicator stays on, or comes
back on while driving, have the VSA
system inspected by your dealer.
If the indicator does not come on
when the ignition switch is turned to
the ON (II) position, there may be a
problem with the VSA system. Have
your dealer inspect your vehicle as
soon as possible.
Without VSA, your vehicle will have
normal braking and cornering ability,
but it will not have VSA traction and
stability enhancement.
This button is under the driver’s side
vent. Press it to turn the VSA system
on or off.
If you install winter tires, make sure
they are the same size as those that
were originally supplied with your
vehicle. Exercise the same caution
during winter driving as you would if
your vehicle was not equipped with
VSA.
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VSA and Tire Sizes
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Your vehicle has been designed to
primarily carry passengers and their
cargo. You can also use it to tow a
trailer if you carefully observe the
load limits, use the proper equipment,
and follow the guidelines in this
section.
Be sure to read the
sectiononpage
if you plan to tow off paved
surfaces.
The
maximum allowable weight of the
trailer and everything in or on it
must not exceed 1,500 lbs (680 kg).
Towing a load that is too heavy can
seriously affect your vehicle’s
handling and performance. It can
also damage the engine and
drivetrain.
Theweightthatthe
tongue of a fully-loaded trailer puts
on the hitch should be approximately
10 percent of the total trailer weight.
Too much tongue load reduces front-
tire traction and steering control.
Too little tongue load can make the
trailer unstable and cause it to sway.
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Exceeding any load limit or
improperly loading your vehicle
and trailer can cause a crash in
which you can be seriously hurt
or killed.
Check the loading of your
vehicle and trailer carefully
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To achieve a proper tongue load,
start by loading 60 percent of the
load toward the front of the trailer
and 40 percent toward the rear, then
re-adjust the load as needed.
Discuss your needs with your trailer
sales or rental agency, and follow the
guidelines in this section. Also make
sure that all equipment is properly
installed and maintained, and that it
meets federal, state, province, and
local regulations.
Any hitch used on your vehicle must
be properly bolted to the underbody.
Always use safety chains when you
tow a trailer. Make sure the chains
are secured to the trailer and hitch,
and that they cross under the tongue
and can catch the trailer if it
becomes unhitched. Leave enough
slack to allow the trailer to turn
corners easily, but do not let the
chains drag on the ground.
The maximum
allowable weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, all accessories, all cargo,
and the tongue load is 4,450 lbs
(2,020 kg).
The maximum
allowable weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, all accessories, all cargo,
and the tongue load must not exceed
2,200 lbs (1,000 kg) on the front axle,
and 2,290 lbs (1,040 kg) on the rear
axle.
The maximum
allowable weight of the fully loaded
vehicle and trailer is 5,950 lbs (2,700
kg)
Towing can require a variety of
equipment, depending on the size of
your trailer, how it will be used, how
much load you are towing, and
where you tow.
Using a suitable scale or a special
tongue load gauge, check the tongue
load the first time you set up a
towing combination (a fully-loaded
vehicle and trailer), then recheck the
tongue load whenever the conditions
change.
Thebestwaytoconfirmthatvehicle
and trailer weights are within limits
is to have them checked at a public
scale.
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Safety Chains
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR)
Gross Axle Weight Ratings
(GAWR)
Gross Combined Weight Rating
(GCWR)
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Accessories
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Honda requires that any trailer with
a total weight of 1,000 lbs (455 kg) or
more be equipped with its own
electric or surge-type brakes.
If you choose electric brakes, be
sure they are electrically actuated.
Do not attempt to tap into your
vehicle’s hydraulic system. No
matter how successful it may seem,
any attempt to attach trailer brakes
to your vehicle’s hydraulic system
will lower braking effectiveness and
create a potential hazard.
Seeyourtrailerdealerformore
information on installing electric
brakes.
Trailer lights and equipment must
comply with federal, state, province,
and local regulations. Check with
your local trailer sales or rental
agencies for the requirements in
your area where you plan to tow, and
use only equipment designed for
your vehicle.
Your vehicle has a trailer lighting
connector located behind the left
side panel in the cargo area. Refer to
the drawing above for the wiring
color code and purpose of each pin.
If you use a non-Honda trailer
lighting harness and converter, you
can get the connector and pins that
mate with the connector in your
vehicle from your dealer.
Since lighting and wiring vary by
trailer type and brand, you should
have a qualified technician install a
suitable connector between the
vehicle and the trailer. Improper
equipment or installation can cause
damage to your vehicle’s electrical
system and affect your vehicle
warranty.
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LIGHT
(GREEN/
BLACK)
LEFT TURN
SIGNAL
(GREEN/
RED)
GROUND
(BLACK)
TAILLIGHT
(RED/
YELLOW)
RIGHT TURN
SIGNAL
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YELLOW)
BRAKE
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The lights and brakes on your
vehicle and the trailer are working
properly.
When preparing to tow, and before
driving away, be sure to check the
following:
The vehicle has been properly
serviced, and the tires, brakes,
suspension, cooling system, and
lights are in good operating
condition.
(If you tow frequently, follow the
severe conditions maintenance
schedule.)
The trailer has been properly
serviced and is in good condition.
All weights and loads are within
limits.
Thehitch,safetychains,andany
other attachments are secure.
All items in or on the trailer are
properly secured and cannot shift
while you drive.
The added weight, length, and
height of a trailer will affect your
vehicle’s handling and performance,
so driving with a trailer requires
some special driving skills and
techniques.
Many states and Canadian provinces
require special outside mirrors when
towing a trailer. Even if they don’t,
you should install special mirrors if
you cannot clearly see behind you, or
if the trailer creates a blind spot.
Askyourtrailersalesorrental
agency if any other items are
recommended or required for your
towing situation.
Your vehicle tires and spare are
properly inflated, and the trailer
tires and spare are inflated as
recommended by the trailer
maker.
Foryoursafetyandthesafetyof
others, take time to practice driving
maneuvers before heading for the
open road, and follow the guidelines
in this section.
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Drive slower than normal in all
driving situations, and obey posted
speed limits for vehicles with trailers.
If you have an automatic
transmission, use the D3 mode when
towing a trailer on level roads or in
hilly terrain (see page ).
Maketurnsmoreslowlyandwider
than normal. The trailer tracks a
smaller arc than your vehicle, and it
canhitorrunoversomethingthe
vehicle misses. Allow more time and
distance for braking. Do not brake or
turn suddenly as this could cause the
trailer to jackknife or turn over.
When climbing hills, closely watch
your temperature gauge. If it nears
the red (hot) mark, turn the air
conditioning off, reduce speed and, if
necessary, pull to the side of the
road to let the engine cool.
Always drive slowly and have
someone guide you when backing up.
Grip the of the steering
wheel; then turn the wheel to the left
to get the trailer to move to the left,
andturnthewheelrighttomovethe
trailer to the right.
If you must stop when facing uphill,
use the foot brake or parking brake.
Do not try to hold the vehicle in
placebypressingontheaccelerator,
as this can cause the automatic
transmission to overheat.
When driving down hills, reduce
your speed and shift down to 3rd
gear on the manual transmission, or
use the D3 position on the automatic
transmission. Do not ‘‘ride’’ the
brakes, and remember it will take
longer to slow down and stop when
towing a trailer.
Crosswinds and air turbulence
caused by passing trucks can disrupt
your steering and cause the trailer to
sway. When being passed by a large
vehicle, keep a constant speed, and
steer straight ahead. Do not try to
make quick steering or braking
corrections.
Follow all normal precautions when
parking, including firmly setting the
parking brake and putting the
transmission in Park (automatic) or
in 1st or reverse (manual). Also,
place wheel chocks at each of the
trailer’s tires.
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Making Turns and Braking
Driving on Hills
Handling Crosswinds and Buffeting
Backing Up
Parking
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Your vehicle can be towed behind a
motorhome at legal highway speeds
up to 65 mph (100 km/h). Do not
exceed 65 mph (100 km/h).
Otherwise, severe transmission
damage will occur. To avoid damage
to the 4WD system, your vehicle
must be towed with all four wheels
on the ground (flat towing).
When purchasing a tow bar, make
sure you select a reputable
manufacturer and installer. Follow
the manufacturer’s attachment
instructions carefully.
Check the transmission fluid level
(see page ).
Release the parking brake.
Leave the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) position so the
steering wheel does not lock.
Make sure the radio and any items
plugged into the accessory power
sockets are turned off so you do
not run down the battery.
Perform the following procedure
every day immediately before you
begin towing. Otherwise severe
automatic transmission damage will
occur.
Check the transmission fluid level
(see page ).
Start the engine.
Press on the brake pedal. Move
the shift lever through all its
positions.
ShifttoD,thentoN.Letthe
engine run for 3 minutes, then
turn it off.
Release the parking brake.
Leave the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) position so the
steering wheel does not lock.
Make sure the radio and any items
plugged into the accessory power
sockets are turned off so you do
not run down the battery.
When you stop towing your vehicle
and shift out of the neutral position,
youmaynotbeabletomovethe
shift lever from neutral to reverse or
Park.Ifthishappens,pressthe
brake pedal and turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position, then
shift out of neutral.
Shift to neutral.
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Do not overfill.
On models with automatic transmission
Do not overfill.
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Only remove the fuse after you have
performed the transmission shifting
procedure, and the key is in the
ACCESSORY (I) position. Store the
fuse in an obvious location (center
tray, coin pockets, etc) as a reminder
to re-install the fuse before driving
the vehicle.
IfyoutowaCR-Vwithanautomatic
transmission, the transmission fluid
must be changed every two years or
30,000 miles (48,000 km), whichever
comes first.
When towing your vehicle for long
periods, remove the 15 A Front
Accessory Power Socket fuse to
reduce drain on battery. This fuse is
located in the interior fuse box and is
shown as number 18 below.
If you tow more than 8 hours in one
day, you should repeat the above
procedure at least every 8 hours
(when you stop for fuel, etc.)
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Automatic Transmission
Extended Towing
Extended Towing
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INTERIOR FUSE BOX
FRONT ACCESSORY
POWER SOCKET FUSE
Severe automatic transmission damage
will occur if the vehicle is shif ted f rom
reverse to neutral and then towed with
the drive wheels on the ground.
This f use MUST be re-installed before
driving the vehicle. Failure to re-install
the f use may allow you to remove the
key with the transmission in gear.
The steering system can be damaged if
the steering wheel is locked. Leave the
ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I)
position, and make sure the steering
wheel turns f reely before you begin
towing.
Failure to f ollow the recommended
instructions exactly will result in severe
automatic transmission damage. If you
cannot shift the transmission or start
the engine, your vehicle must be
transported on a f lat-bed truck or
trailer.
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To avoid loss of control or rollover,
be sure to follow all precautions and
recommendations.
Wherever you drive, make sure
you and your passengers always
wear seat belts.
Keep your speed low, and never
go faster than the conditions allow.
It’s up to you to continually assess
the situation and drive within the
limits.
If you decide to drive on unpaved
roads, you will find that it requires
somewhat different driving skills.
Your vehicle will also handle
somewhat differently than it does on
pavement. So be sure to read this
owner’s manual, pay special attention
to the precautions and tips in this
section, and get acquainted with
your vehicle before you leave the
pavement.
Be sure to store cargo properly,
and do not exceed your vehicle
cargo load limits (see pages
and ).
Your vehicle has been designed
primarily for use on pavement. But
its higher ground clearance allows
you to occasionally travel on unpaved
roads, such as campgrounds, picnic
sites, and similar locations. It is not
designed for trail-blazing, mountain
climbing, or other challenging off-
road activities.
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Off-Highway Driving Guidelines
Driving
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Follow all instructions and
guidelines in this owner’s
manual.
Keep your speed low, and
don’t drive faster than
conditions permit.
Improperly operating this
vehicle on or off pavement can
cause an accident or rollover in
which you and your passengers
could be seriously injured or
killed.
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Before you leave the pavement, be
sure to do all scheduled maintenance
and service, and inspect your vehicle
for any problems. Pay special
attention to the condition of the tires,
and check the tire pressures.
After you return to the pavement,
carefully inspect your vehicle to
make sure there is no damage that
could make driving it unsafe.
Recheck the condition of the tires
and the tire pressures.
The route presents limits (too steep
or bumpy roads). You have limits
(driving skill and comfort). And your
vehicle has limits (traction, stability,
and power).
Driving off-highway can be
hazardous if you fail to recognize
limits and take the proper
precautions.
Forbettertractiononallsurfaces,
accelerate slowly and gradually build
up speed. If you try to start too fast
on wet soil, mud, snow, or ice, you
might not have enough traction to
get underway, and you may dig
yourself a hole. Starting with the
shift lever in second (2) gear will
help you have a smoother start on
snow or ice.
Keep in mind that you will usually
need more time and distance to
brake to a stop on unpaved surfaces.
Avoid hard braking. Do not ‘‘pump’’
the brakes; let the anti-lock braking
system pump them for you.
Debris in the road can damage your
suspension or other components.
Because your vehicle has a high
center of gravity, driving over a large
obstacle, or allowing a wheel to drop
into a deep hole can cause your
vehicle to tip or roll over.
If you can’t clearly see all conditions
or obstacles on a slope, walk the
slope before you drive on it. If you
have any doubt whether or not you
can safely drive on the slope, don’t
do it. Find another route.
Ifyouaredrivingupahillandfind
that you cannot continue,
. Your vehicle could roll
over. Slowly back down the hill,
following the same route you took up
the hill.
do not try to
turn around
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines
Check Out Your Vehicle
Remember
Accelerating and Braking Avoiding Obstacles
Driving on Slopes
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Avoid driving through deep water. If
you encounter water in your route (a
small stream or large puddle, for
example), evaluate it carefully before
going ahead. Make sure it is shallow,
flowing slowly, and has firm ground
underneath. If you are not sure of
the depth or the ground, turn around
andfindanotherroute.
Driving through deep water can also
damage your vehicle. The water can
get into the transmission and
differential, diluting the lubricant
and causing an eventual failure. It
can also wash the grease out of the
wheel bearings.
Avoid driving on soft sand, deep mud,
or other surfaces where you could
get stuck. If you do happen to get
stuck because of inclement weather
or other conditions, choose a safe
and appropriate course of action.
You should never use a jack to try
getting unstuck. A jack only works
on firm, level ground. Also, your
vehicle could easily slip off the jack
and hurt you or someone else.
If you spin the wheels excessively
trying to get unstuck, you may
overheat the components of the
4-wheel drive system. If this happens,
the 4-wheel drive system shuts off
and only the front wheels receive
power. If this happens, stop and
allow everything to cool down. The
4-wheel drive system will work again
after its temperature drops.
If you slip the clutch for a long time
while trying to get unstuck, you may
overheat and damage it.
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines
If You Get StuckCrossing a Stream
4-Wheel Drive Vehicles
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This section explains why it is
important to keep your vehicle well
maintained and how to follow basic
maintenance safety precautions.
If you have the skills and tools to
perform more complex maintenance
tasks on your vehicle, you may want
to purchase the service manual. See
page for information on how to
obtain a copy, or see your dealer.
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.................Maintenance Schedule . 185
....................Maintenance Record . 189
..............................Fluid Locations . 192
........................Adding Engine Oil . 193
.........Changing the Oil and Filter . 194
..............................Engine Coolant . 196
....................Windshield Washers . 198
.......................Transmission Fluid . 199
Automatic Transmission
.......................................Fluid . 199
....Manual Transmission Fluid . 200
.................Rear Differential Fluid . 201
................Brake and Clutch Fluid . 201
....................Power Steering Fluid . 202
.............................................Lights . 203
................Cleaning the Seat Belts . 208
.....................................Floor Mats . 208
..............................Audio Antenna . 209
..................DustandPollenFilter .209
.................................Wiper Blades . 210
...............................................Tires . 211
...................Checking the Battery . 217
.............................Vehicle Storage . 218
This section also includes
maintenance schedules for normal
driving and severe driving conditions,
a maintenance record, and
instructions for simple maintenance
tasks you may want to take care of
yourself.
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To eliminate potential hazards, read
the instructions before you begin,
and make sure you have the tools
and skills required.
Make sure your vehicle is parked
on level ground, the parking brake
is set, and the engine is off.
To clean parts, use a commercially
available degreaser or parts
cleaner, not gasoline.
To reduce the possibility of fire or
explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks,
and flames away from the battery
and all fuel-related parts.
Wear eye protection and
protective clothing when working
with the battery or compressed air.
Be sure there is
adequate ventilation whenever you
operate the engine.
Let the
engine and exhaust system cool
before touching any parts.
Do
not run the engine unless
instructed to do so.
All service items not detailed in this
section should be performed by a
certified technician or other qualified
mechanic.
Some of the most important safety
precautions are given here. However,
we cannot warn you of every
conceivable hazard that can arise in
performing maintenance. Only you
can decide whether or not you
should perform a given task.
Maintenance Safety
Important Safety Precautions
Potential Vehicle Hazards
Carbon Monoxide poison from
engine exhaust.
Burns from hot parts.
Injury from moving parts.
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Improperly maintaining this
vehicle, or failing to correct a
problem before driving can
cause a crash in which you can
be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the inspection
and maintenance
recommendations and
schedules in this owner’s
manual.
Failure to properly follow
maintenance instructions and
precautions can cause you to
be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the procedures
and precautions in this owner’s
manual.
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The maintenance schedule assumes
you will use your vehicle as normal
transportation for passengers and
their possessions. You should also
follow these recommendations:
Avoid exceeding your vehicle’s
load limit. This puts excess stress
on the engine, brakes, and many
other vehicle parts. The load limit
is shown on the tire information
label on the driver’s doorjamb.
Operate your vehicle on
reasonable roads within the legal
speed limit.
Drive your vehicle regularly over a
distance of several miles
(kilometers).
Always use unleaded gasoline with
theproperoctanerating(seepage
).
Driving in extremely hot [over
90°F (32°C)] conditions.
Extensive idling or long periods of
stop-and-go driving, such as a taxi
or a commercial delivery vehicle.
Driving on muddy, dusty, or de-
iced roads.
Follow the
maintenance schedule for severe
conditions if you drive your vehicle
MAINLY under one or more of the
following conditions:
Service your vehicle according to the
time and mileage periods on one of
the maintenance schedules on the
following pages.
Trailer towing, driving with a
loaded roof rack, or driving in
mountainous conditions.
If you only OCCASIONALLY
drive under a ‘‘severe’’ condition, you
should follow the maintenance
schedule for normal conditions.
Follow the
maintenance schedule for severe
conditions.
Driving less than 5 miles (8 km)
per trip, in freezing temperatures,
or driving less than 10 miles (16
km) per trip.
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Which Schedule to Follow:
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Canadian Owners
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We recommend the use of Honda
parts and fluids whenever you have
maintenance done.
U.S. Vehicles:
According to state and federal
regulations, failure to perform
maintenance on the items marked
with will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all
maintenance services should be
performed at the recommended time
or mileage period to ensure long-
term reliability.
Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specified intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perform
any check, turn to the appropriate
page listed.
Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
you fill the fuel tank. See page .
Automatic transmission Check
the fluid level monthly. See page
.
Brakes Check the fluid level
monthly. See page .
Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread for
wear and foreign objects. See page
.
Lights Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
and license plate light monthly.
See page .
Your authorized dealer knows your
vehicle best and can provide
competent, efficient service.
However, service at a dealer is not
mandatory to keep your warranties
in effect. Maintenance may be done
by any qualified service facility or
skilled person to keep your
warranties in effect. Keep all the
receipts as proof of completion, and
have the person who does the work
fill out the maintenance record.
Check your warranty booklet for
more information.
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Maintenance Schedule
Servicing Your Vehicle Maintenance,
replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and
systems may be done by any
automotive repair establishment
or individual using parts that are
‘‘certified’’ to EPA standards.
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Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given).
miles x 1,000
km x 1,000
10
16
20
32
30
48
40
64
50
80
60
96
70
112
80
128
90
144
100
160
110
176
120
192
130
208
140
224
150
240
Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop
Check inflation and condition once a month
Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or every 1 year, whichever comes first
Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km)
Every 20,000 miles (32,000 km) or every 1 year, whichever comes first
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or every 2 years, whichever comes first
Inspect every 110,000 miles (176,000 km), otherwise adjust only if noisy
Every 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or every 6 years, whichever comes first
Every 90,000 miles (144,000 km) or every 5 years, whichever comes first
Every 160,000 miles (256,000 km)
At 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years, then every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 5 years
Every 3 years (independent of mileage)
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, middle column, page .
Replace at 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 6 years, then every 90,000 miles (144,000 km) or 5 years.
Check engine oil and coolant
Check tires
Replace engine oil
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 214 )
Replace engine oil filter
Check front and rear brakes
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect the following items:
Tie-rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
Suspension components
Driveshaft boots
Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)
All fluid levels and condition of fluids
Exhaust system
Fuel lines and connections
Inspect drive belt
Replace dust and pollen filter
Replace air cleaner element
Replace spark plugs
Inspect valve clearance
Replace automatic transmission fluid
Replace manual transmission fluid
Replace rear differential fluid
Inspect idle speed
Replace engine coolant
Replace brake fluid
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Replace at 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 3 years, then every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 2 years.
See dust and pollen filter on page for replacement information under special driving conditions.
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, middle column, page .
Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given).
miles x 1,000
km x 1,000
10
16
20
32
30
48
40
64
50
80
60
96
70
112
80
128
90
144
100
160
110
176
120
192
130
208
140
224
150
240
Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop
Check inflation and condition once a month
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or every 6 months, whichever comes first
Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km)
Every 20,000 miles (32,000 km) or every 1 year, whichever comes first
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or every 2 years, whichever comes first
Clean every 15,000 miles (24,000 km), and replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)
(Use normal schedule except in dusty condition)
Inspect every 110,000 miles (176,000 km), otherwise adjust only if noisy
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or every 3 years, whichever comes first
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or every 4 years, whichever comes first
Every 160,000 miles (256,000 km)
At 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years, then every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 5 years
Every 3 years (independent of mileage)
Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or every 1 year, whichever comes first
Check engine oil and coolant
Check tires
Replace engine oil
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 214 )
Replace engine oil filter
Check front and rear brakes
Lubricate all hinges, locks and latches
Inspect the following items:
Tie-rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
Suspension components
Driveshaft boots
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect the following items:
Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)
All fluid levels and condition of fluids
Exhaust system
Fuel lines and connections
Lights and controls/vehicle underbody
Inspect drive belt
Replace dust and pollen filter
Clean and replace air cleaner element
Replace spark plugs
Inspect valve clearance
Replace automatic transmission fluid
Replace manual transmission fluid
Replace rear differential fluid
Inspect idle speed
Replace engine coolant
Replace brake fluid
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Maintenance Record
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5,000 mi
10,000 mi
15,000 mi
20,000 mi
25,000 mi
30,000 mi
35,000 mi
40,000 mi
45,000 mi
50,000 mi
You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here, whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions (page ) or severe
conditions (page ). Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle.
8,000 km
16,000 km
24,000 km
32,000 km
40,000 km
48,000 km
56,000 km
64,000 km
72,000 km
80,000 km
Signature or dealer stamp Signature or dealer stamp
mi/km
Date
mi/km
mi/km
mi/km
mi/km
Date
Date
Date
Date
Date
Date
Date
Date
Date
mi/km
mi/km
mi/km
mi/km
mi/km
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55,000 mi
60,000 mi
65,000 mi
70,000 mi
75,000 mi
80,000 mi
85,000 mi
90,000 mi
95,000 mi
100,000 mi
88,000 km
96,000 km
104,000 km
112,000 km
120,000 km
Signature or dealer stamp
128,000 km
136,000 km
144,000 km
152,000 km
160,000 km
Signature or dealer stamp
mi/km
mi/km
mi/km
mi/km
mi/km
Date
Date
Date
Date
Date
Date
Date
Date
Date
Date
mi/km
mi/km
mi/km
mi/km
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105,000 mi
110,000 mi
115,000 mi
120,000 mi
125,000 mi
130,000 mi
135,000 mi
140,000 mi
145,000 mi
150,000 mi
168,000 km
176,000 km
184,000 km
192,000 km
200,000 km
Signature or dealer stamp
208,000 km
216,000 km
224,000 km
232,000 km
240,000 km
Signature or dealer stamp
mi/km
mi/km
mi/km
mi/km
mi/km
mi/km
mi/km
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mi/km
mi/km
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ENGINE OIL
FILL CAP
POWER STEERING
FLUID
(Red cap)
ENGINE
COOLANT
RESERVOIR
RADIATOR CAP
WASHER FLUID
(Blue cap)
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
FLUID DIPSTICK
(Yellow loop)
ENGINE OIL
DIPSTICK
(Orange handle)
BRAKE FLUID
(Black cap)
CLUTCH FLUID
(Manual
Transmission only)
(Gray cap)
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Honda Motor Oil is the preferred
5W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. It is
highly recommended that you use
Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for
optimum engine protection. Make
sure the API Certification Seal says
‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’
The oil viscosity or weight is
provided on the container’s label.
5W-20 oil is formulated for year-
round protection of your vehicle to
improve cold weather starting and
fuel economy.
Unscrew and remove the engine oil
fill cap on top of the valve cover.
Pour in the oil slowly and carefully so
you do not spill any. Clean up any
spills immediately. Spilled oil could
damage components in the engine
compartment.
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and
tighten it securely. Wait a few
minutes, and recheck the oil level on
the engine oil dipstick. Do not fill
above the upper mark; you could
damage the engine.
Oil is a major contributor to your
engine’s performance and longevity.
Always use a premium-grade 5W-20
detergent oil displaying the API
Certification Seal. This seal indicates
the oil is energy conserving, and that
it meets the American Petroleum
Institute’s latest requirements.
Adding Engine Oil
Adding Engine Oil
Recommended Engine Oil
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ENGINE OIL FILL CAP
API CERTIFICATION SEAL
Ambient Temperature
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Your vehicle does not require any oil
additives. Additives may adversely
affect the engine or transmission
performance and durability.
Always change the oil and filter
according to the recommendations in
the maintenance schedule. The oil
and filter collect contaminants that
can damage your engine if they are
not removed regularly.
Changing the oil and filter requires
special tools and access from
underneath the vehicle. The vehicle
should be raised on a service station-
type hydraulic lift for this service.
Unless you have the knowledge and
proper equipment, you should have
this maintenance done by a skilled
mechanic.
Run the engine until it reaches
normal operating temperature,
then shut it off.
Open the hood, and remove the
engine oil fill cap. Remove the oil
drain bolt and washer from the
bottom of the engine. Drain the oil
into an appropriate container.
You may use a synthetic motor oil if
it meets the same requirements
given for a conventional motor oil, it
displays the API Certification Seal
and it is the proper weight. You must
follow the oil and filter change
intervals given in the maintenance
schedule.
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2.
Adding Engine Oil, Changing the Oil and Filter
Synthetic Oil
Engine Oil Additives
Changing the Oil and Filter
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OIL DRAIN BOLT
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Refill the engine with the recom-
mended oil.
Engine oil change capacity
(including filter):
Replace the engine oil fill cap.
Start the engine. The oil pressure
indicator should go out within 5
seconds. If it does not, turn off the
engine, and check your work.
Let the engine run for several
minutes, then check the drain bolt
and oil filter for leaks.
Turn off the engine and let it sit
for several minutes, then check
the oil level on the dipstick. If
necessary, add more oil.
Remove the oil filter, and let the
remaining oil drain. A special
wrench (available from your
dealer) is required.
Put a new washer on the drain bolt,
then reinstall the drain bolt.
Tighten the drain bolt to:
Install a new oil filter according to
the instructions that come with it.
Check the oil filter to make sure
its gasket did not stick to the
engine block. A stuck gasket could
cause an oil leak.
4.
3.
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7.
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9.
10.
Changing the Oil and Filter
Maintenance
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OIL FILTER
33 lbf·ft (44 N·m , 4.5 kgf·m)
4.4 US qt (4.2
)
Improper disposal of engine oil can be
harmf ul to the environment. If you
change your own oil, please dispose of
the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed
container and take it to a recycling
center. Do not discard it in a trash bin
or dump it on the ground.
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If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not
available, you may use another
major-brand non-silicate coolant as a
temporaryreplacement.Makesureit
is a high-quality coolant
recommended for aluminum engines.
Continued use of any non-Honda
coolant can result in corrosion,
causing the cooling system to
malfunction or fail. Have the cooling
system flushed and refilled with
Honda antifreeze/coolant as soon as
possible.
If the reserve tank is completely
empty, you should also check the
coolant level in the radiator.
If the coolant level in the reserve
tank is at or below the MIN line, add
coolant to bring it up to the MAX line.
Inspect the cooling system for leaks.
Always use Honda Long-life Anti-
freeze/Coolant Type 2. This coolant
is pre-mixed with 50 percent
antifreeze and 50 percent water.
Never add straight antifreeze or
plain water.
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Adding Engine Coolant
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RESERVE TANK
Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.
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When the radiator and engine are
cool, relieve any pressure in the
cooling system by turning the
radiator cap counterclockwise,
without pressing down.
The coolant level should be up to
the base of the filler neck. Add
coolant if it is low.
Pourthecoolantslowlyand
carefully so you do not spill any.
Clean up any spill immediately; it
could damage components in the
engine compartment.
Put the radiator cap back on and
tighten it.
Do not add any rust inhibitors or
other additives to your vehicle’s
cooling system. They may not be
compatible with the coolant or
engine components.
Remove the radiator cap by
pushingitdownandturningit
counterclockwise.
Pour coolant into the reserve tank.
Fill it halfway between the MAX
and MIN marks. Put the cap back
on the reserve tank.
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RADIATOR CAP
RESERVE TANK
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Check the fluid level in the
windshield washer reservoir at least
monthly during normal use.
Fill the reservoir with a good-quality
windshield washer fluid. This
increases the cleaning capability and
prevents freezing in cold weather.
When you refill the reservoir, clean
the edges of the windshield wiper
blades with windshield washer fluid
on a clean cloth. This will help to
condition the blade edges.
If the fluid level is below the lower
level mark, fill the reservoir with
windshield washer fluid.
The low washer
level indicator comes on when the
level is low (see page ).
To check the windshield washer
fluid level, open the driver’s door,
then look at the side of the reservoir
tank located between the door and
the front dashboard.
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LOWER LEVEL MARK
Fill up to here
Do not use engine antif reeze or a
vinegar/water solution in the
windshield washer reservoir. Antif reeze
can damage your vehicle’s paint, while
a vinegar/water solution can damage
the windshield washer pump. Use only
commercially-available windshield
washer f luid.
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Check the fluid level with the engine
at normal operating temperature.
Park the vehicle on level ground.
Shut off the engine.
Remove the dipstick (yellow loop)
from the transmission, and wipe it
with a clean cloth.
Insert the dipstick all the way into
the transmission securely as
shown in the illustration.
Remove the dipstick and check
the fluid level. It should be
between the upper and lower
marks.
If the level is below the lower
mark, add fluid into the filler hole
to bring it to the upper mark.
Pour the fluid slowly and carefully
so you do not spill any. Clean up
any spill immediately; it could
damage components in the engine
compartment.
To thoroughly flush the
transmission, the technician
should drain and refill it with
Honda ATF-Z1, then drive the
vehicle for a short distance. Do
this three times. Then drain and
refill the transmission a final time.
Always use Honda ATF-Z1
(automatic transmission fluid). If
it’s not available, you may use a
DEXRON
III automatic
transmission fluid as a temporary
replacement. However, continued
use can affect the shift quality.
Have the transmission flushed and
refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 as
soon as it is convenient.
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Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Maintenance
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DIPSTICK
UPPER
MARK
LOWER
MARK
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Check the fluid level with the
transmission at normal operating
temperature and the vehicle sitting
on level ground. Remove the
transmission filler bolt and carefully
feel inside the bolt hole with your
finger. The fluid level should be up
to the edge of the bolt hole. If it is
not, add Honda Manual
Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it
starts to run out of the hole.
Put a new washer on the filler bolt,
then reinstall the filler bolt and
tighten it securely.
If Honda MTF is not available, you
may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40
viscosity motor oil with the API
Certification seal that says ‘‘FOR
GASOLINE ENGINES’’ as a
temporary replacement. However,
motor oil does not contain the proper
additives, and continued use can
cause stiffer shifting. Replace as
soon as it is convenient.
The transmission should be drained
and refilled with new fluid according
to the time and distance
recommendations in the
maintenance schedule.
Insert the dipstick all the way back
into the transmission securely as
shown in the illustration.
If you are not sure how to add fluid,
contact your dealer.
The transmission should be drained
and refilled with new fluid according
to the time and distance recommen-
dations in the maintenance schedule.
If you are not sure how to check and
add fluid, contact your dealer.
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Manual Transmission Fluid
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WASHER FILLER BOLT
Correct level
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The fluid level should be between
theMINandMAXmarksontheside
of the reservoir. If the level is at or
below the MIN mark, your brake
system needs attention. Have the
brake system inspected for leaks or
worn brake pads.
Check the brake fluid level in the
reservoirs monthly.The rear differential should be
drained and refilled with new fluid
accordingtothetimeanddistance
recommendations in the
maintenance schedule. Have your
dealer replace the rear differential
fluid.
Use Honda Dual Pump Fluid only.
Do not use automatic transmission
fluid (ATF).
Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not
compatible with your vehicle’s
braking system and can cause
extensive damage.
Using any non-Honda brake fluid can
cause corrosion and decrease the life
of the system. Have the brake
system flushed and refilled with
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
DOT 3 as soon as possible.
Always use Honda Heavy Duty
Brake Fluid DOT 3. If it is not
available, you should use only DOT 3
or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed
container, as a temporary
replacement.
Replace the brake fluid according to
the time recommendation in the
maintenance schedule.
4WD model only
Rear Differential Fluid, Brake and Clutch Fluid
Brake and Clutch FluidRear Differential Fluid Brake Fluid
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MAX
MIN
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Always use Honda Power Steering
Fluid. You may use another power
steering fluid as an emergency
replacement, but have the power
steering system flushed and refilled
with Honda PSF as soon as possible.
A low power steering fluid level can
indicate a leak in the system. Check
the fluid level frequently, and have
the system inspected as soon as
possible.
Check the level on the side of the
reservoir when the engine is cold.
The fluid should be between the
UPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL.
If not, add power steering fluid to the
UPPER LEVEL.
Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so
you do not spill any. Clean up any
spills immediately; it could damage
components in the engine
compartment.
The fluid level should be between
theMINandMAXmarksontheside
of the reservoir. If it is not, add
brake fluid to bring it up to that level.
Use the same fluid specified for the
brake system.
A low fluid level can indicate a leak
in the clutch system. Have this
system inspected as soon as possible.
Manual Transmission only
Power Steering FluidClutch Fluid
Brake and Clutch Fluid, Power Steering Fluid
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UPPER LEVEL
LOWER LEVEL
MAX
MIN
Turning the steering wheel to f ull lef t
or right lock and holding it there can
damage the power steering pump.
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Theheadlightswereproperlyaimed
when your vehicle was new. If you
regularly carry heavy items in the
cargo area or pull a trailer,
readjustment may be required.
Adjustmentsshouldbedonebyyour
dealer or other qualified mechanic.
Your vehicle has halogen headlight
bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle
it by its base, and protect the glass
from contact with your skin or hard
objects. If you touch the glass, clean
it with denatured alcohol and a clean
cloth.
Remove the electrical connector
from the bulb by pulling the
connector straight back.
Remove the rubber weather seal
by pulling on the tab.
Unclip the end of the hold-down
wire from its slot. Pivot it out of
the way, and remove the bulb.
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Lights
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WEATHER SEAL BULB
CONNECTOR
Low Beam Headlight
HOLD-DOWN WIRE
Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot
when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch
on the glass can cause the bulb to
overheat and shatter.
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Install the new bulb into the hole,
making sure the tabs are in their
slots. Pivot the hold-down wire
back in place, and clip the end into
the slot.
Install the rubber seal over the
back of the headlight assembly.
Make sure it is right side up; it is
marked ‘‘ .’’
Push the electrical connector onto
the new bulb. Make sure it is
connected securely. Turn on the
headlights to test the new bulb.
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High Beam Headlight
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Open the hood.
Remove the socket from the
headlight assembly by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket. Push the new bulb straight
into the socket until it bottoms.
Insert the socket back into the
headlight assembly. Turn it
clockwise to lock it in place.
Open the tailgate. Place a cloth on
the edge of the cover. Remove the
covers by carefully prying on the
edge with a small flat-tipped
screwdriver.
Turn on the lights to make sure
the new bulb is working.
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Lights
Replacing Rear BulbsReplacing a Parking Light/Front
Side Marker Bulb and a Turn
Signal Light Bulb
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TURN SIGNAL BULB
PARKING LIGHT/FRONT SIDE
MARKER BULB
COVER
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Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to
remove the taillight assembly
mounting screw under each cover.
Pull the taillight assembly out of
the rear pillar. Remove the socket by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
Determine which of the four bulbs
is burned out: stop/taillight, back-
up light, turn signal, or side
marker.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket. Push the new bulb straight
into the socket until it bottoms.
Reinstall the socket into the light
assembly by turning it clockwise
until it locks.
Turn on the lights to make sure
the new bulb is working.
Align the clips on the taillight
assembly with the holes in the
body, then push the taillight
assembly into place. Tighten the
two mounting screws securely and
reinstall the covers.
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BULBS
SCREW
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Open the tailgate. Remove the
light assembly cover by pushing in
on the tabs on both sides and
pulling the cover off.
Remove the socket from the light
assembly by turning it one-quarter
turn counterclockwise.
Put the socket back into the light
assembly, and turn it clockwise to
lock it in place.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket. Push the new bulb straight
into the socket until it bottoms.
Press the brake pedal to make
sure the new bulb is working.
Put the cover back on the light
assembly. Push it in until it locks
in place.
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Replacing a High-mount Brake
Light Bulb
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COVER
BULB
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If your seat belts get dirty, use a soft
brush with a mixture of mild soap
and warm water to clean them. Do
not use bleach, dye, or cleaning
solvents. Let the belts air-dry before
you use the vehicle.
Dirt build-up in the loops of the seat
belt anchors can cause the belts to
retract slowly. Wipe the insides of
the loops with a clean cloth
dampened in mild soap and warm
water or isopropyl alcohol.
The driver’s and the rear floor mats
that came with your vehicle hook
over the floor mat anchors. This
keeps the floor mat from sliding
forward and possibly interfering with
the pedals or making the front
passenger’s weight sensors
ineffective.
Cleaning the Seat Belts Floor Mats
Cleaning the Seat Belts, Floor Mats
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LOOP
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This filter removes the dust and
pollenthatisbroughtinfromthe
outside through the heating and
cooling system.
Have your dealer replace this filter
every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)
under normal conditions. It should
be replaced every 15,000 miles
(24,000 km) if you drive primarily in
urban areas that have high
concentrations of soot in the air, or if
the flow from the heating and
cooling system becomes less than
usual.
Make sure the rear floor mats are
properly hooked to the floor mat
anchors. Your vehicle is equipped
with front passenger’s seat weight
sensors. If the rear passenger’s floor
mat is on the seat rail of the front
passenger’s seat, the sensors will
detect the decreased weight on the
seat, and they may not work properly.
If you remove a floor mat, make sure
tore-anchoritwhenyouputitback
in your vehicle.
If you use a non-Honda floor mat,
make sure it fits properly and that it
canbeusedwiththefloormat
anchors. Do not put additional floor
mats on top of the anchored mats.
Dust and Pollen FilterAudio Antenna
Floor Mats, Audio Antenna, Dust and Pollen Filter
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Your vehicle is equipped with an
antenna on the f ront right f ender.
Bef ore using a ‘‘drive-through’’ car
wash, make sure you remove the
antenna by unscrewing it by hand. This
prevents the antenna f rom being
damaged by the car wash brushes.
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Check the condition of the wiper
blades at least every six months.
Replace them if you find signs of
cracking in the rubber, areas that are
getting hard, or if they leave streaks
and unwiped areas when used.
Disconnect the blade assembly
fromthewiperarmbypushingin
the lock tab. Hold the lock tab in
while you push the blade assembly
toward the base of the arm.
Raise the wiper arm off the
windshield.
Front: If you are changing the rear
wiperblade,gotostep6.
Raise the wiper arm off the hatch
glass and hold it.
Rear:
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LOCK TAB
WIPER ARMS
FRONT
REAR
Do not open the hood when the wiper
arms are raised, or you will damage
the hood and the wiper arms.
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To safely operate your vehicle, your
tires must be the proper type and
size, in good condition with adequate
tread, and correctly inflated.
The following pages give more
detailed information on how to take
care of your tires and what to do
when they need to be replaced.
Slide the wiper blade assembly
onto the wiper arm. Make sure it
locks in place.
Lower the wiper arm down against
the windshield or the hatch glass.
Slide the new wiper blade into the
holder until the tabs lock.
Remove the blade from its holder
by grasping the tabbed end of the
blade. Pull firmly until the tabs
come out of the holder.
Examine the new wiper blades. If
they have no plastic or metal
reinforcement along the back
edge, remove the metal
reinforcement strips from the old
wiper blade, and install them in
the slots along the edge of the new
blade.
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Wiper Blades, Tires
Maintenance
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REINFORCEMENT
BLADE
BLADE
Using tires that are excessively
worn or improperly inflated can
cause a crash in which you can
be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instructions in this
owner’s manual regarding tire
inflation and maintenance.
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If you check air pressures when the
tires are hot [driven for several miles
(kilometers)], you will see readings 4
to6psi(30to40kPa,0.3to0.4
kgf/cm ) higher than the cold
readings. This is normal. Do not let
air out to match the recommended
cold air pressure. The tire will be
underinflated.
Youshoulduseyourowntire
pressure gauge whenever you check
your tire pressures. This will make it
easier for you to tell if a pressure
loss is due to a tire problem and not
due to a variation between gauges.
Check the air pressures when the
tires are cold. This means the
vehicle has been parked for at least 3
hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6
km). Add or release air, if needed, to
match the recommended cold tire
pressures on page .
Use a gauge to measure the air
pressure in each tire at least once a
month. Even tires that are in good
condition may lose 1 to 2 psi (10 to
20 kPa, 0.1 to 0.2 kgf/cm ) per
month. Remember to check the
sparetireatthesametime.Underinflated tires wear unevenly,
adversely affect handling and fuel
economy, and are more likely to
fail from being overheated.
Overinflated tires can make your
vehicleridemoreharshly,are
more prone to damage from road
hazards, and wear unevenly.
Keeping the tires properly inflated
provides the best combination of
handling, tread life, and riding
comfort.
We recommend that you visually
check your tires every day. If you
think a tire might be low, check it
immediately with a tire gauge.
While tubeless tires have some
ability to self-seal if they are
punctured, you should look closely
for punctures if a tire starts losing
pressure.
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Inflation Guidelines
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Every time you check inflation, you
should also examine the tires for
damage, foreign objects, and wear.
Youshouldlookfor:
Your tires have wear indicators
molded into the tread. When the
tread wears down, you will see a
band 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) wide across
the tread. This shows there is less
than 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of tread left
on the tire.
A tire this worn gives very little
traction on wet roads. You should
replace the tire if you can see three
or more tread wear indicators.
The following chart shows the
recommended cold tire pressures for
most normal and high-speed driving
conditions.
For convenience, the recommended
tire sizes and cold tire pressures are
on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.
For additional information about
your tires, see page .
Excessive tread wear.
Cuts, splits, or cracks in the side
of the tire. Replace the tire if you
can see fabric or cord.
Bumps or bulges in the tread or
side of the tire. Replace the tire if
youfindeitheroftheseconditions.
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Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure
for Normal Driving
Front/Rear:
Tire InspectionRecommended Tire Pressures
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INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS
TREAD WEAR INDICATORS
29 psi (200 kPa ,
2.0 kgf/cm
)
215/65R16 98T
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In addition to proper inflation,
correct wheel alignment helps to
decrease tire wear. If you find a tire
is worn unevenly, have your dealer
check the wheel alignment.
Have your dealer check the tires if
you feel a consistent vibration while
driving. A tire should always be
rebalanced if it is removed from the
wheel. When you have new tires
installed, make sure they are
balanced. This increases riding
comfort and tire life. For best results,
have the installer perform a dynamic
balance.
To help increase tire life and
distribute wear more evenly, rotate
the tires every 10,000 miles (16,000
km). Move the tires to the positions
showninthecharteachtimethey
are rotated. If you purchase
directional tires, rotate only front-to-
back.
Replace your tires with radial tires of
the same size, load range, speed
rating, and maximum cold tire
pressure rating (as shown on the
tire’s sidewall).
It is best to replace all four tires at
thesametime.Ifthatisnotpossible
or necessary, replace the two front
tires or two rear tires as a pair.
Replacing just one tire can seriously
affect your vehicle’s handling.
Mixing radial and bias-ply tires on
your vehicle can reduce braking
ability, traction, and steering
accuracy. Using tires of a different
size or construction can cause the
ABS and vehicle stability assist
system (VSA) to work inconsistently.
For vehicles equipped with aluminum
wheels:
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Front Front
(For Non-directional
Tires and Wheels)
(For Directional
Tires and Wheels)
Improper wheel weights can damage
your vehicle’s wheels. Use only Honda
wheel weights f or balancing.
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＋Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘All
Season’’ on the sidewall have an all-
weather tread design suitable for
most winter driving conditions.
For the best performance in snowy
or icy conditions, you should install
snow tires or tire chains. They may
be required by local laws under
certain conditions.
If you mount snow tires on your
vehicle, make sure they are radial
tires of the same size and load range
as original tires. Mount snow tires on
all four wheels. The traction
provided by snow tires on dry roads
maybelowerthanyouroriginaltires.
Check with the tire dealer for
maximum speed recommendations.
Wheels:
Tires:
See page for information about
DOT Tire Quality Grading, and page
for tire size and labeling
information.
If you ever replace a wheel, make
sure the new one matches the
specifications of the original.
Replacement wheels are available at
your dealer.
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Snow Tires
Tires
Maintenance
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16x61/2JJ
215/65R16 98T
Installing improper tires on your
vehicle can affect handling and
stability. This can cause a crash
in which you can be seriously
hurt or killed.
Always use the size and type of
tires recommended in this
owner’s manual.
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When installing cables, follow the
manufacturer’s instructions, and
mount them as tight as you can.
Make sure they are not contacting
the brake lines or suspension. Drive
slowly with them installed. If you
hear them coming into contact with
the body or chassis, stop and
investigate. Remove them as soon as
you begin driving on cleared roads.
Because your vehicle has limited tire
clearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’
cable-type traction devices, with
rubber chain tensioners, on the front
tires. Use traction devices only when
required by driving conditions or
local laws. Make sure they are the
correct size for your tires. Metal link-
type ‘‘chains’’ should not be used.
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Traction devices that are the wrong
size or improperly installed can
damage your vehicle’s brake lines,
suspension, body, and wheels. Stop
driving if they are hitting any part of
the vehicle.
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Check the condition of the battery
monthlybylookingatthetest
indicator window. The label on the
battery explains the test indicator’s
colors.
Check the terminals for corrosion (a
white or yellowish powder). To
remove it, cover the terminals with a
solution of baking soda and water. It
will bubble up and turn brown. When
this stops, wash it off with plain
water. Dry off the battery with a
cloth or paper towel. Coat the
terminals with grease to help prevent
future corrosion.
If additional battery maintenance is
needed, see your dealer or a
qualified technician.
Battery posts,
terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds.
If you need to connect the battery to
a charger, disconnect both cables to
prevent damaging your vehicle’s
electrical system. Always disconnect
the negative ( ) cable first, and
reconnect it last.
If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected, or goes dead, the time
setting will be reset to 1:00. To set
the time again, follow the setting
procedure (see page ).137
Checking the Battery
WARNING:
Wash your hands after handling.
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TEST INDICATOR WINDOW
The battery gives off explosive
hydrogen gas during normal
operation.
A spark or flame can cause the
battery to explode with enough
force to kill or seriously hurt you.
Wear protective clothing and a
face shield, or have a skilled
mechanic do the battery
maintenance.
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Fill the fuel tank.
Change the engine oil and filter.
Wash and dry the exterior
completely.
Cleantheinterior.Makesurethe
carpeting, floor mats, etc., are
completely dry.
Block the rear wheels.
If the vehicle is to be stored for a
longer period, it should be
supported on jackstands so the
tires are off the ground.
Cover the vehicle with a
‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made
from a porous material such as
cotton. Non-porous materials, such
as plastic sheeting, trap moisture,
which can damage the paint.
If you need to park your vehicle for
an extended period (more than 1
month), there are several things you
should do to prepare it for storage.
Proper preparation helps prevent
deterioration and makes it easier to
get your vehicle back on the road. If
possible, store your vehicle indoors. Leave one window open slightly (if
the vehicle is being stored
indoors).
Disconnect the battery.
Support the front and rear wiper
blade arms with a folded towel or
ragsotheydonottouchthe
windshield.
To minimize sticking, apply a
silicone spray lubricant to all door
and tailgate seals. Also, apply a
vehiclebodywaxtothepainted
surfaces that mate with the door
and tailgate seals.
If possible, periodically run the
engine until it reaches full
operating temperature (the
cooling fans cycle on and off
twice). Preferably, do this once a
month.
If you store your vehicle for 1 year or
longer, have your dealer perform the
inspections called for in the 2 years/
30,000 miles (48,000 km)
maintenance schedule (Normal
Conditions) as soon as you take it
out of storage (see page ). The
replacements called for in the
maintenance schedule are not
needed unless the vehicle has
actually reached that time or mileage.
Leave the parking brake off. Put
the transmission in reverse
(manual) or Park (automatic).
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This section covers the more
common problems that motorists
experience with their vehicles. It
gives you information about how to
safely evaluate the problem and what
to do to correct it. If the problem has
stranded you on the side of the road,
you may be able to get going again.
If not, you will also find instructions
on getting your vehicle towed.
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.............If the Engine Won’t Start . 227
................................Jump Starting . 229
..............If the Engine Overheats . 231
.........Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 233
..........Charging System Indicator . 233
.......Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 234
...............Brake System Indicator . 235
..................Closing the Moonroof . 236
..............................................Fuses . 237
..............................Fuse Locations . 240
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To keep the tailgate door open,
use the stop from the tool kit. Put
the stop on the support strut as
shown.
If you are towing a trailer, unhitch
the trailer.
Turn on the hazard warning lights,
and turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK (0) position. Have all
passengers get out of the vehicle
while you change the tire.
If you have a flat tire while driving,
stop in a safe place to change it.
Drive slowly along the shoulder until
you get to an exit or an area that is
far away from the traffic lanes.
Park the vehicle on firm, level, and
non-slippery ground. Put the
transmission in Park (automatic)
or reverse (manual). Apply the
parking brake.
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JACK
STOP
SPARE TIRE
TOOL
The vehicle can easily roll off
the jack, seriously injuring
anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for
changing a tire exactly, and
never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by the
jack.
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Thetoolsandjackarebehinda
cover in the cargo area on the
passenger’s side. Remove the
cover by turning the handle
counterclockwise, then pulling out
the cover.
Zip the cover open.
Pull out the cover’s two lower flaps.
Pull the upper flaps out by
gradually working your hands up
the sides of the cover. Remove the
cover.
Turn the jack’s end bracket
counterclockwise to loosen it, then
remove the jack and tools.
Remove the spare tire cover. Do
not forcibly pull off the cover or
you may damage it.
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COVER
TOOL
JACK
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Pull off the center spacer. Using
the wheel wrench, loosen the
three wheel nuts and remove them.
Remove the spare tire from the
holder.
Unzip the flap around the lower
edge of the cover.
Pull out the bottom of the cover,
then gradually pull it off.
Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turn
with the wheel nut wrench.
Place the jack under the jacking
point nearest the tire you need to
change. It is pointed to by an
arrow molded into the underside
of the body. Turn the end bracket
clockwise until the top of the jack
contacts the jacking point. Make
sure the center of the jacking
point tab is resting in the jack
notch.
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CENTER SPACER
JACKING POINT
NUTS
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Before mounting the spare tire,
wipeanydirtoffthemounting
surface of the wheel and hub with
a clean cloth. Wipe the hub
carefully;itmaybehotfrom
driving.
Use the extension and the wheel
nut wrench as shown to raise the
vehicle until the flat tire is off the
ground.
Put on the spare tire. Put the
wheel nuts back on finger-tight,
then tighten them in a crisscross
pattern with the wheel nut wrench
until the wheel is firmly against
the hub. Do not try to tighten
them fully.
Lower the vehicle to the ground,
and remove the jack.
Remove the wheel nuts, then
remove the flat tire. Handle the
wheel nuts carefully; they may be
hot from driving. Place the flat tire
on the ground with the outside
surface facing up.
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BRAKE HUB
WHEEL NUT WRENCH
EXTENSION
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Tighten the wheel nuts securely in
the same crisscross pattern. Have
the wheel nut torque checked at
the nearest automotive service
facility.
Tighten the wheel nuts to:
Remove the center cap from the
flat tire.
Put the flat tire on the spare tire
holder. Put the wheel nuts on
finger-tight, then tighten them
with the wheel nut wrench. Put
the center spacer in the center of
the wheel.
Tighten the wheel nuts to:
Store the jack in its holder. Turn
the jack’s end bracket to lock it in
place. Store the tools, and install
thecoveronthesideofthecargo
area.
Close the tailgate.
Install the spare tire cover.
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CENTER SPACER
80 lbf·ft (108 N·m , 11 kgf·m)
40 lbf·ft (54 N·m , 5.5 kgf·m)
Loose items can fly around the
interior in a crash and could
seriously injure the occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools
securely before driving.
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Step back to check the alignment
of the logo. If needed, pivot the
cover until the logo is straight.
Holdthecoveratthe10o’clock
and 2 o’clock positions, then place
the top of it over the spare tire.
Starting at the top of the tire,
position the outside seam of the
cover slightly over the outside
edge of the tire. Pull the cover on,
a little at a time, and alternate side
to side along the tire until you
reach the bottom.
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OUTSIDE SEAM
Make sure the cover is at room
temperature bef ore you install it. If it’s
too cold, it won’t f it easily over the tire.
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Make sure the cover is horizontal.
If needed, pivot the cover until the
cover is horizontal.
Place the top of the cover over the
spare tire, then gradually push the
bottom of the cover over the
bottom of the tire.
Zip the cover closed.Pull the bottom of the cover over
the tire.
If needed, readjust the cover to
smooth out any wrinkles.
Zip the cover closed.
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Diagnosing why the engine won’t
start falls into two areas, depending
on what you hear when you turn the
ignition switch to the START (III)
position:
When you turn the ignition switch to
the START (III) position, you do not
hear the normal noise of the engine
trying to start. You may hear a
clicking sound or series of clicks, or
nothing at all.
Turn the ignition switch to the
START (III) position. If the
headlights do not dim, check the
condition of the fuses. If the fuses
areOK,thereisprobably
something wrong with the
electrical circuit for the ignition
switch or starter motor. You will
need a qualified technician to
determine the problem (see
on page ).
If the headlights dim noticeably or
go out when you try to start the
engine, either the battery is dis-
charged or the connections are
corroded. Check the condition of the
battery and terminal connections
(see page ). You can then try
jump starting the vehicle from a
booster battery (see page ).
You can hear the starter motor
operating normally, or the starter
motor sounds like it is spinning
faster than normal, but the engine
does not start up and run.
You hear nothing, or almost
nothing. The engine’s starter
motor does not operate at all, or
operates very slowly.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position. Turn on the
headlights, and check their
brightness. If the headlights are
very dim or do not come on at all,
the battery is discharged. See
on page .
Check the transmission interlock.
If you have a manual transmission,
the clutch pedal must be pushed
all the way to the floor or the
starter will not operate. With an
automatic transmission, it must be
in Park or neutral.
Check these things:
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Are you using a properly coded
key? An improperly coded key will
cause the immobilizer system
indicator in the instrument panel
to blink rapidly (see page ).
In this case, the starter motor’s
speed sounds normal, or even faster
than normal, when you turn the
ignition switch to the START (III)
position, but the engine does not run.
Are you using the proper starting
procedure? Refer to
on page .
Do you have fuel? Check the fuel
gauge; the low fuel indicator may
not be working.
There may be an electrical
problem, such as no power to the
fuel pump. Check all the fuses
(see page ).
Ifyoufindnothingwrong,youwill
need a qualified technician to find
the problem. See
on page .
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Although this seems like a simple
procedure, you should take several
precautions.
You cannot start your vehicle with an
automatic transmission by pushing
or pulling it.
Open the hood, and check the
physical condition of the battery.
In very cold weather, check the
condition of the electrolyte. If it
seems slushy or frozen, do not try
jump starting until it thaws.
Connect one jumper cable to the
positive ( ) terminal on your
battery. Connect the other end to
the positive ( ) terminal on the
booster battery.
The numbers in the illustration show
you the order to connect the jumper
cables.Turn off all the electrical acces-
sories: heater, A/C, stereo system,
lights, etc. Put the transmission in
neutral (manual) or Park
(automatic), and set the parking
brake.
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BOOSTER BATTERY
A battery can explode if you do
not follow the correct procedure,
seriously injuring anyone
nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames,
and smoking materials away
from the battery.
If a battery sits in extreme cold, the
electrolyte inside can f reeze.
Attempting to jump start with a f rozen
battery can cause it to rupture.
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Remove the power steering
reservoir from the bracket. Pull it
away from the grounding strap.
Connect the second jumper cable
to the negative ( ) terminal on
the booster battery. Connect the
other end to the grounding strap
as shown. Do not connect this
jumper cable to any other part of
the engine.
If the booster battery is in another
vehicle, have an assistant start
that vehicle and run it at a fast idle.
Make sure the power steering
hose is not touching the power
steering belt or the pulley.
Start your vehicle. If the starter
motor still operates slowly, check
that the jumper cables have good
metal-to-metal contact.
Once your vehicle is running,
disconnect the negative cable from
your vehicle, then from the
booster battery. Disconnect the
positive cable from your vehicle,
then from the booster battery.
Reinstall the power steering
reservoir.
Keep the ends of the jumper cables
away from each other and any metal
on the vehicle until everything is
disconnected. Otherwise, you may
cause an electrical short.
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If you do not see steam or spray,
leave the engine running, and
watch the temperature gauge. If
the high heat is due to overloading,
the engine should start to cool
down almost immediately. If it
does, wait until the temperature
gauge comes down to the midpoint,
then continue driving.
If the temperature gauge stays at
the red mark, turn off the engine.
The pointer of the vehicle’s
temperature gauge should stay in
the midrange. If it climbs to the red
mark, you should determine the
reason (hot day, driving up a steep
hill, etc.).
If the vehicle overheats, you should
take immediate action. The only
indicationmaybethetemperature
gauge climbing to or above the red
mark. Or you may see steam or
spray coming from under the hood.
Safely pull to the side of the road.
Put the transmission in neutral
(manual) or Park (automatic), and
set the parking brake. Turn off all
the accessories, and turn on the
hazard indicators.
If you see steam and/or spray
coming from under the hood, turn
off the engine. Wait until you see
no more signs of steam or spray,
then open the hood.
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Steam and spray from an
overheated engine can
seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam
is coming out.
Driving with the temperature gauge
pointer at the red mark can cause
serious damage to the engine.
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Look for any obvious coolant leaks,
such as a split radiator hose.
Everything is still extremely hot,
so use caution. If you find a leak, it
must be repaired before you
continue driving (see
on page ).
If you don’t find an obvious leak,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank (see page
).
Using gloves or a large heavy
cloth, turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without pushing
down, to the first stop. After the
pressure releases, push down on
the cap, and turn it until it comes
off.
Put the radiator cap back on
tightly. Run the engine, and watch
the temperature gauge. If it goes
back to the red mark, the engine
needs repair (see
on page ).
If the temperature stays normal,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. If it has
gone down, add coolant to the
MAX mark. Put the cap back on
tightly.
If there was no coolant in the
reserve tank, you may need to add
coolant to the radiator. Let the
engine cool down until the pointer
reaches the middle of the
temperature gauge or lower
before checking the radiator.
Start the engine, and set the
temperature control dial to
maximum heat. Add coolant to the
radiator up to the base of the filler
neck. If you do not have the
proper coolant mixture available,
you can add plain water.
Remember to have the cooling
system drained and refilled with
the proper mixture as soon as you
can.
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Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.
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Let the vehicle sit for a minute.
Open the hood, and check the oil
level (see page ). An engine
very low on oil can lose pressure
during cornering and other driving
maneuvers.
If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see page ).
If the charging system
indicator comes on brightly
when the engine is running, the
battery is not being charged.
Immediately turn off all electrical
accessories. Try not to use other
electrically operated controls such as
the power windows. Keep the engine
running; starting the engine will
discharge the battery rapidly.
Go to a service station or garage
where you can get technical
assistance.
Safely pull off the road, and shut
off the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning lights.
This indicator should never
come on when the engine is
running. If it starts flashing or stays
on, the oil pressure has dropped very
low or lost pressure. Serious engine
damage is possible, and you should
take immediate action.
Start the engine, and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If it does not go
out within 10 seconds, turn off the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
before you can continue driving
(see on page
).
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Running the engine with low oil
pressure can cause serious mechanical
damage almost immediately. Turn of f
the engine as soon as you can saf ely get
the vehicle stopped.
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If the indicator comes on
while driving, it means one
of the engine’s emissions control
systems may have a problem. Even
though you may feel no difference in
your vehicle’s performance, it can
reduce your fuel economy and cause
increased emissions. Continued
operation may cause serious damage.
If the indicator comes on repeatedly,
even though it may turn off as you
continue driving, have the vehicle
checked by the dealer as soon as
possible.
This indicator may also come on
along with the ‘‘D’’ indicator.
Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readiness
codes’’ that are part of the on-board
diagnostics for the emissions
systems. In some states, part of the
emissions testing is to make sure
these codes are set. If they are not
set, the test cannot be completed.
If the battery in your vehicle has
been disconnected or gone dead,
these codes are erased. It takes at
least three days of driving under
various conditions to set the codes
again.
To check if they are set, turn the
ignition to the ON (II) position,
without starting the engine. The
malfunction indicator lamp will come
on for 20 seconds. If it then goes off,
the readiness codes are set. If it
blinks five times, the readiness
codes are not set. If possible, do not
take your vehicle for a state
emissions test until the readiness
codes are set. Refer to
for more
information (see page ).
If you have recently refueled your
vehicle, the indicator could come on
because of a loose or missing fuel fill
cap. You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
FUEL CAP’’ message on the
odometer display. Tighten the cap
until it clicks at least once.
Tightening the cap will not turn the
indicator turn off immediately; it
takes at least three days of normal
driving.
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If you keep driving with the
malf unction indicator lamp on, you can
damage your vehicle’s emissions
controls and engine. Those repairs may
not be covered by your vehicle’s
warranties.
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However, if the brake pedal does not
feel normal, you should take
immediate action. A problem in one
part of the system’s dual circuit
design will still give you braking at
two wheels. You will feel the brake
pedal go down much farther before
the vehicle begins to slow down, and
you will have to press harder on the
pedal.
If you must drive the vehicle a short
distance in this condition, drive
slowly and carefully.
Slow down by shifting to a lower
gear, and pull to the side of the road
when it is safe. Because of the long
distance needed to stop, it is
hazardous to drive the vehicle. You
should have it towed and repaired as
soon as possible (see
on page ).
If the ABS indicator and the VSA
system indicator come on with the
brake system indicator, have your
vehicle inspected by your dealer
immediately.
The brake system indicator normally
comes on when you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position, and as
a reminder to check the parking
brake. It will stay on if you do not
fully release the parking brake.
If the brake system indicator comes
on while driving, the brake fluid level
is probably low. Press lightly on the
brake pedal to see if it feels normal.
If it does, check the brake fluid level
thenexttimeyoustopataservice
station (see page ).
If the fluid level is low, take your
vehicle to a dealer, and have the
brake system inspected for leaks or
worn brake pads.
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To remove the round plug in the
center of the headliner, turn the
plug by using a screwdriver or
coin, then pry it out. Make sure to
align the tabs on the round plug to
the notches on the ceilling as
shown in the illustration.
Insert the moonroof wrench into
the socket behind this plug. Turn
the wrench until the moonroof is
fully closed.
Remove the wrench. Reinstall the
round plug.
Get the moonroof wrench out of
the tool kit in the cargo area.
Try closing the moonroof. If the
new fuse blows immediately or the
moonroof motor still does not
operate, you can close the
moonroof manually.
Check the fuse for the moonroof
motor (see page ). If the fuse
is blown, replace it with one of the
same or lower rating.
If the electric motor will not close
the moonroof, do the following:
If you need to close the moonroof
manually, it means the moonroof
opening/closing function is
developing a problem. Have your
vehicle checked by your dealer.
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The vehicle’s fuses are contained in
threefuseboxes.
The interior fuse box is underneath
the steering column. To remove the
fuse box lid, pull it toward you and
take the lid out of its hinges.
The primary under-hood fuse box is
in the engine compartment on the
driver’s side. To open it, push the
tabs as shown.
The secondary fuse box is next to
the primary fuse box.
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INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD
(PRIMARY)
UNDER-HOOD
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Check the smaller fuses in the
under-hood fuse boxes and all the
fuses in the interior fuse box by
pulling out each one with the fuse
puller provided in the primary
under-hood fuse box.
Check each of the large fuses in
the primary under-hood fuse box
by looking through the top at the
wire inside. Removing these fuses
requires a Phillips-head
screwdriver.
If something electrical in your
vehicle stops working, check for a
blown fuse first. Determine from the
chart on pages and , or the
diagram on the fuse box lid, which
fuse or fuses control that device.
Check those fuses first, but check all
the fuses before deciding that a
blown fuse is the cause. Replace any
blown fuses, and check if the device
works.
Turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK (0) position. Make sure the
headlights and all other
accessories are off.
Look for a blown wire inside the
fuse.Ifitisblown,replaceitwith
one of the spare fuses of the same
rating or lower.
Remove the cover from the fuse
box.
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BLOWN
BLOWN
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If the radio fuse is removed, the
audio system will disable itself. The
nexttimeyouturnontheradioyou
will see ‘‘COdE’’ in the frequency
display. Use the preset buttons to
enter the five-digit code (see page
).
If the replacement fuse of the
same rating blows in a short time,
there is probably a serious
electrical problem in your vehicle.
Leave the blown fuse in that
circuit and have your vehicle
checked by a qualified mechanic.
If the driver’s power window fuse is
removed, the AUTO function of the
driver’s window will be disabled. To
reset the AUTO function, see page
.
If you cannot drive the vehicle
without fixing the problem, and you
do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse
of the same rating or a lower rating
from one of the other circuits. Make
sureyoucandowithoutthatcircuit
temporarily (such as the accessory
power socket or radio).
If you replace the blown fuse with a
spare fuse that has a lower rating, it
might blow out again. This does not
indicate anything wrong. Replace the
fuse with one of the correct rating as
soon as you can.
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Replacing a f use with one that has a
higher rating greatly increases the
chances of damaging the electrical
system. If you do not have a
replacement f use with the proper rating
f or the circuit, install one with a lower
rating.
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2
3
4
5
15 A
10 A
10 A
10 A
Ignition Coil
Daytime running lights
ACG
Not Used
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
Power Window Relay
Moonroof
Accessory, Radio
Rear Wiper
Meter
Not Used
Daytime running lights
SRS
Remote Control Mirrors
BFRACC
Heated Seat
Fuel Pump
Turn Signal Lights
Front Wiper
Not Used
Front Right Power Window
Front Left Power Window
Rear Left Power Window
Rear Right Power Window
7.5 A
20 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
10 A
10 A
15 A
20 A
15 A
15 A
7.5 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
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Front Accessory Power Socket
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
Option
Left Headlight
Door Lock
Right Headlight
ABS F/S
Battery
Ignition 1
Spare Fuses
20 A
30 A
15 A
20 A
15 A
15 A
15 A
15 A
10 A
30 A
20 A
40 A
40 A
Condenser Fan
Engine
Interior Light
Cooling Fan
Hazard
Small Light
Horn, Stop
DBW
Back Up
ABS Motor
Rear Defroster
Heater Motor
Power Window
40 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
30 A
100 A
50 A
1
2
3
4
20 A
7.5 A
15 A
15 A
LAF Heater
Daytime running lights
FI ECU (ECM/PCM)
IG Coil
21 25
7.5A 30A
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Primary Fuse Box
Secondary Fuse Box
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The operator will load
your vehicle on the back of a truck.
Any other method of towing will
damage the drive system. When you
contact the towing agency, inform
them a flat-bed is required.
If your vehicle needs to be towed,
call a professional towing service or
organization. Never tow your vehicle
with just a rope or chain. It is very
dangerous.
Refer to
on page
for non-emergency towing
information.
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The only way you can safely tow
your vehicle is with flat-bed
equipment.
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Behind a Motorhome
Emergency Towing
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Towing with only two tires on the
ground will damage parts of the 4WD
system. It should be transported on a
f lat-bed truck or trailer.
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Thediagramsinthissectiongive
you the dimensions and capacities of
your vehicle, and the locations of the
identification numbers. It also
includes information you should
know about your vehicle’s tires and
emissions control systems.
................Identification Numbers . 244
................................Specifications . 246
DOT Tire Quality Grading
......................(U.S. Vehicles) . 248
Uniform Tire Quality
..................................Grading . 248
.................................Treadwear . 248
......................................Traction . 248
.............................Temperature . 249
.................................Tire Labeling . 250
.......................Emissions Controls . 251
.....................The Clean Air Act . 251
Crankcase Emissions Control
....................................System . 251
Evaporative Emissions Control
....................................System . 251
Onboard Refueling Vapor
................................Recovery . 251
...Exhaust Emissions Controls . 252
....................PGM-FI System . 252
Ignition Timing Control
................................System . 252
Three Way Catalytic
...........................Converter . 252
....................Replacement Parts . 252
..Three Way Catalytic Converter . 253
..............State Emissions Testing . 254
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Your vehicle has several identifying
numbers located in various places.
The vehicle identification number
(VIN) is the 17-digit number your
Honda dealer uses to register your
vehicle for warranty purposes. It is
also necessary for licensing and
insuring your vehicle. The easiest
placetofindtheVINisonaplate
fastened to the top of the dashboard.
Youcanseeitbylookingthrough
the windshield on the driver’s side. It
is also on the certification label
attached to the driver’s doorjamb,
and is stamped on the engine
compartment bulkhead. The VIN is
also provided in bar code on the
certification label.
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
CERTIFICATION LABEL
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The transmission number is on a
label on top of the transmission.
The engine number is stamped into
the front of the engine block.
Identification Numbers
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER
ENGINE NUMBER
MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER
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Capacities
Engine
Weights
Dimensions Capacities
181.0 in (4,597 mm)
1.43 US gal (5.4
)
1.88 US gal (7.1
)
1.45 US gal (5.5 )
1.90 US gal (7.2
)
3.3 US qt (3.1 )
3.1 US qt (2.9
)
7.6 US qt (7.2
)
6.9 US qt (6.5
)
2.0 US qt (1.9
)
2.4 US qt (2.3
)
1.1 US qt (1.0 )
1.3 US qt (1.2
)
4.8 US qt (4.5
)
2.6 US qt (2.5
)
0.16 US gal (0.6
)
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine
Reserve tank capacity:
Fuel tank
Engine oil
5.6 US qt (5.3 )
4.2 US qt (4.0
)
4.4 US qt (4.2
)
15.3 US gal (58 )
Type
BorexStroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
Spark plugs
Gross vehicle weight rating
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
See the certification label attached
to the driver’s doorjamb.
SKJ20DR-M11
IZFR6K-11
9.6 : 1
144 cu-in (2,354 cm
)
3.43 x 3.90 in (87.0 x 99.0 mm)
60.6 in (1,538 mm)
60.4 in (1,533 mm)
103.1 in (2,620 mm)
66.2 in (1,682 mm)
70.2 in (1,782 mm)
181.8 in (4,617 mm)
Engine
coolant
Automatic
transmission
fluid
Manual
transmission
fluid
Rear
differential
fluid (4WD)
Windshield
washer
reservoir
Water cooled 4-stroke DOHC
i-VTEC 4-cylinder gasoline engine
Approx.
Front
Rear
Change
Without filter
Total
1:
2:
Change
Total
Change
Total
Change
4WD
2WD
Total
4WD
2WD
Change
Total
Change
Total
U.S. Vehicles
Canada
Vehicles
(NGK)
(DENSO)
1 : U.S. SE model and Canada EX-L model
Automatic Transmission
Manual Transmission
1
2
2
1
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Air Conditioning
Battery
Fuses
Alignment
Tires
Lights
HFC-134a (R-134a)
17.0 18.7 oz (480 530 g)
SP-10
12 V
12 V
55 W
21 W
36 AH/5 HR
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
21 W
3CP
8W
4CP
8W
5W
21 W
21/5 W
21 W
12 V
47 AH/20 HR
29 psi (200 kPa , 2.0 kgf/cm
)
29 psi (200 kPa , 2.0 kgf/cm
)
1°45’
1°
0°
0.08 in (2.0 mm)
0.0in(0mm)
12 V
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant type
Capacity
Interior
Under-hood
Toe-in
Camber
Caster
Size
Pressure
215/65R16 98T
12 V 3 CP
Headlights
Front turn signal lights
Parking lights/side marker
lights
Rear turn signal lights
Stop/Taillights
Back-up lights
License plate light
Ceiling light
Spotlights
Cargo area Light
Rear side marker lights
High-mount brake light
See page 240 or the fuse label
attached to the inside of the fuse
box door under the steering
column.
See page 241 or the fuse box
cover.
Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front
Front/Rear
Front
Rear
High/Low (H1)
(Amber)
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−The tires on your vehicle meet all
U.S. Federal Safety Requirements.
All tires are also graded for
treadwear, traction, and temperature
performance according to
Department of Transportation
(DOT) standards. The following
explains these gradings.
Quality grades can be found where
applicable on the tire sidewall
between the tread shoulder and the
maximum section width. For
example:
The treadwear grade is a compara-
tive rating based on the wear rate of
the tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified government
test course. For example, a tire
graded 150 would wear one and one-
half (1 1/2) times as well on the
government course as a tire graded
100. The relative performance of
tires depends upon the actual condi-
tions of their use, however, and may
depart significantly from the norm
due to variations in driving habits,
service practices, and differences in
road characteristics and climate.
The traction grades, from highest to
lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those
grades represent the tire’s ability to
stop on wet pavement as measured
under controlled conditions on
specified government test surfaces
of asphalt and concrete. A tire
marked C may have poor traction
performance.
Warning: The traction grade
assignedtothistireisbasedon
straight-ahead braking traction tests,
and does not include acceleration,
cornering, hydroplaning, or peak
traction characteristics.
All passenger car tires must conform
to Federal Safety Requirements in
addition to these grades.
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
Treadwear 200
Traction AA
Temperature A
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C
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− Warning: The temperature grade for
this tire is established for a tire that
is properly inflated and not
overloaded. Excessive speed,
underinflation, or excessive loading,
either separately or in combination,
can cause heat buildup and possible
tire failure.
The temperature grades are A (the
highest), B, and C, representing the
tire’s resistance to the generation of
heat, and its ability to dissipate heat
when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified indoor
laboratory test wheel. Sustained high
temperature can cause the material
of the tire to degenerate and reduce
tire life, and excessive temperature
can lead to sudden tire failure. Grade
C corresponds to a level of
performance that all passenger car
tires must meet under the Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No.
109. Grades B and A represent
higher levels of performance on the
laboratory test wheel than the
minimum required by law.
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have a number of markings. Those
you should be aware of are described
below.
Date of manufacture.
Tire type code.
Manufacturer’s
identification mark.
This indicates that the tire
meets all requirements of
the U.S. Department of
Transportation.
Speed symbol (an
alphabetical code indicating
the maximum speed rating).
Load index (a numerical code
associated with the maximum
load the tire can carry).
Max Press The maximum air
pressurethetirecanhold.
Max Load The maximum load the
tire can carry at maximum air
pressure.
Whenever tires are replaced, they
should be replaced with tires of the
same size. Below is an example of
tire size with an explanation of what
each component means.
Tire width in millimeters.
Aspect ratio (the tire’s section
height as a percentage of its
width).
Tire construction code (R
indicates radial).
Rim diameter in inches.
The tire identification number (TIN)
is a group of numbers and letters
that look like this example:
R
DOT
B97R
FW6X
2202
215
65
16
98
T
Tire Labeling
Tire Size
Maximum Tire Pressure
Maximum Tire Load
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DOT B97R FW6X 2202
215/65R16 98T
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The United States Clean Air Act
sets standards for automobile
emissions. It also requires that
automobile manufacturers explain to
owners how their emissions controls
workandwhattodotomaintain
them. This section summarizes how
the emissions controls work.
Scheduled maintenance is on page
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The burning of gasoline in your
vehicle’s engine produces several by-
products. Some of these are carbon
monoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen
(NOx), and hydrocarbons (HC).
Gasoline evaporating from the tank
also produces hydrocarbons. Con-
trolling the production of NOx, CO,
and HC is important to the environ-
ment. Under certain conditions of
sunlight and climate, NOx and HC
react to form photochemical ‘‘smog.’’
Carbon monoxide does not contri-
bute to smog creation, but it is a
poisonous gas.
In Canada, Honda vehicles comply
with the Canadian emission
requirements, as specified in an
agreement with Environment
Canada, at the time they are
manufactured.
Your vehicle has a positive
crankcase ventilation system. This
keeps gasses that build up in the
engine’s crankcase from going into
the atmosphere. The positive
crankcase ventilation valve routes
them from the crankcase back to the
intake manifold. They are then
drawn into the engine and burned.
As gasoline evaporates in the fuel
tank, an evaporative emissions
control canister filled with charcoal
adsorbs the vapor. It is stored in this
canister while the engine is off. After
the engine is started and warmed up,
the vapor is drawn into the engine
and burned during driving.
The onboard refueling vapor
recovery (ORVR) system captures
the fuel vapors during refueling. The
vapors are adsorbed in a canister
filled with activated carbon. While
driving, the fuel vapors are drawn
into the engine and burned off.
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Crankcase Emissions Control
System
Evaporative Emissions Control
System
Onboard Refueling Vapor
Recovery
Emissions Controls
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The emissions control systems are
designed and certified to work to-
gether in reducing emissions to
levels that comply with the Clean Air
Act. To make sure the emissions
remain low, you should use only new
Honda replacement parts or their
equivalent for repairs. Using lower
quality parts may increase the
emissions from your vehicle.
The emissions control systems are
covered by warranties separate from
the rest of your vehicle. Read your
warranty manual for more informa-
tion.
The three way catalytic converter is
in the exhaust system. Through
chemical reactions, it converts HC,
CO, and NOx in the engine’s exhaust
to carbon dioxide (CO ), nitrogen
(N ), and water vapor.
This system constantly adjusts the
ignition timing, reducing the amount
of HC, CO, and NOx produced.
The PGM-FI system uses sequential
multiport fuel injection. It has three
subsystems: air intake, engine
control, and fuel control. The
powertrain control module (PCM) in
automatic transmission vehicles or
the engine control module (ECM) in
manual transmission vehicles use
various sensors to determine how
much air is going into the engine. It
then controls how much fuel to inject
under all operating conditions.
The exhaust emissions controls
include three systems: PGM-FI,
ignition timing control, and three
way catalytic converter. These three
systems work together to control the
engine’s combustion and minimize
the amount of HC, CO, and NOx that
come out the tailpipe. The exhaust
emissions control systems are
separate from the crankcase and
evaporative emissions control
systems.
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Ignition Timing Control System
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The three way catalytic converter
contains precious metals that serve
as catalysts, promoting chemical
reactions to convert the exhaust
gasses without affecting the metals.
The catalytic converter is referred to
as a three-way catalyst, since it acts
on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement
unit must be an original Honda part
or its equivalent.
Always use unleaded gasoline.
Even a small amount of leaded
gasoline can contaminate the
catalyst metals, making the three
way catalytic converter ineffective.
Keep the engine tuned-up.
The three way catalytic converter
must operate at a high temperature
for the chemical reactions to take
place. It can set on fire any
combustible materials that come
near it. Park your vehicle away from
high grass, dry leaves, or other
flammables.
A defective three way catalytic
converter contributes to air pollution,
and can impair your engine’s per-
formance. Follow these guidelines to
protect your vehicle’s three way
catalytic converter.
Have your vehicle diagnosed and
repaired if it is misfiring, back-
firing, stalling, or otherwise not
running properly.
Three Way Catalytic Converter
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If you take your vehicle for a state
emissions test shortly after the
battery has been disconnected or
gone dead, it may not pass the test.
This is because of certain ‘‘readiness
codes’’ that must be set in the on-
board diagnostics for the emissions
systems. These codes are erased
when the battery is disconnected,
and set again only after several days
of driving under a variety of
conditions.
If the testing facility determines that
the readiness codes are not set, you
will be requested to return at a later
date to complete the test. If you must
get the vehicle retested within the
next two or three days, you can
condition the vehicle for retesting by
doing the following.
Make sure the gas tank is nearly,
but not completely full (around
3/4).
Make sure the vehicle has been
parked with the engine off for 8
hours or more.
Make sure the ambient
temperature is between 20° and
95°F.
Without touching the accelerator
pedal, start the engine, and let it
idle for 20 seconds.
Select a nearby lightly traveled
major highway where you can
maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph
(80to97km/h)foratleast20
minutes. Drive on the highway in
D (A/T) or 5th (M/T). Do not use
thecruisecontrol.Whentraffic
allows, drive for 90 seconds
without moving the accelerator
pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary
slightly; this is okay.) If you cannot
do this for a continuous 90
seconds because of traffic
conditions, drive for at least 30
seconds, then repeat it two more
times (for a total of 90 seconds).
Then drive in city/suburban
traffic for at least 10 minutes.
When traffic conditions allow, let
the vehicle coast for several
seconds without using the
accelerator pedal or the brake
pedal.
If the testing facility determines the
readiness codes are still not set, see
your dealer.
Keep the vehicle in Park
(automatic transmission) or
neutral (manual transmission).
Increase the engine speed to 2,000
rpm,andholditthereuntilthe
temperature gauge rises to at least
1/4ofthescale(about3minutes).
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Honda dealership personnel are
trained professionals. They should
be able to answer all your questions.
If you encounter a problem that your
dealership does not solve to your
satisfaction, please discuss it with
the dealership’s management. The
service manager or general manager
can help. Almost all problems are
solved in this way.
U.S. Owners:
Canadian Owners:
In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin
Islands:
When you call or write, please give
us this information:
If you are dissatisfied with the
decision made by the dealership’s
management, contact your Honda
Customer Service Office.
Vehicle Identification Number
(see page )
Name and address of the dealer
who services your vehicle
Date of purchase
Mileage on your vehicle
Your name, address, and tele-
phone number
A detailed description of the
problem
Name of the dealer who sold the
vehicle to you
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CUSTOMER RELATIONS
RELATIONS AVEC LA CLIENTÈLE
Honda Canada Inc.
715 Milner Avenue
Toronto, ON
M1B 2K8
Tel: 1-888-9-HONDA-9
Fax: Toll-free 1-877-939-0909
Toronto (416) 287-4776
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Automobile Customer Service
Mail Stop 500-2N-7A
1919 Torrance Boulevard
Torrance, California 90501-2746
Tel: (800) 999-1009
Bella International
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Your new vehicle is covered by these
warranties:
provides prorated
coverage for a replacement battery
purchased from your dealer.
covers your new vehicle, except for
the battery, emissions control
systems, and accessories against
defects in materials and
workmanship.
these two
warranties cover your vehicle’s
emissions control systems. Time,
mileage, and coverage are
conditional. Please read your
warranty booklet for exact
information.
a seat
belt that fails to function properly is
covered for the useful life of the
vehicle.
all exterior body panels are
covered for rust-through from the
inside for the specified time period
with no mileage limit.
provides
coverageforaslongasthepur-
chaser of the muffler owns the
vehicle.
Honda accessories are covered
under this warranty. Time and
mileage limits depend on the type of
accessory and other factors. Please
read your warranty booklet for
details.
covers all Honda
replacement parts against defects in
materials and workmanship.this warranty gives up
to 100 percent credit toward a
replacement battery.
Restrictions and exclusions apply to
all these warranties. Please read the
2006 Honda Warranty Information
booklet that came with your vehicle
for precise information on warranty
coverages. Your vehicle’s original
tires are covered by their
manufacturer. Tire warranty
information is in a separate booklet.
Please refer to the 2006 Warranty
Manual that came with your vehicle.
U.S. Owners
Canadian Owners
Replacement Battery Limited
Warranty
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
Emissions Control Systems Defects
Warranty and Emissions
Performance Warranty
Seat Belt Limited Warranty
Rust Perforation Limited Warranty Replacement Muffler Lifetime
Limited Warranty
Accessory Limited Warranty
Replacement Parts Limited
Warranty
Original Equipment Battery Limited
Warranty
Warranty Coverages
Warranty and Customer Relations
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If NHTSA receives similar com-
plaints, it may open an investigation,
and if it finds that a safety defect
exists in a group of vehicles, it may
order a recall and remedy campaign.
However, NHTSA cannot become
involved in individual problems
between you, your dealer, or
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
If you believe that your vehicle has a
defect which could cause a crash or
could cause injury or death, you
should immediately inform the
National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition
to notifying American Honda Motor
Co., Inc.
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To contact NHTSA, you may call the
VehicleSafetyHotlinetoll-freeat
1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153);
go to http://www.safercar.gov; or
write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 400
Seventh Street, SW., Washington,
DC 20590.
You can alsoobtain other
information about motor vehicle
safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
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Battery
Charging System
...........................Indicator . 56, 233
............................Jump Starting . 229
..............................Maintenance . 217
............................Specifications . 247
..............................Before Driving . 141
....................................Belts,Seat .8,18
...........................Beverage Holders . 91
..................................Booster Seats . 47
Brakes
...........Anti-lock System (ABS) . 168
.............Break-in, New Linings . 142
....................Bulb Replacement . 205
...........................................Fluid . 201
.........................................Parking . 68
.................System Indicator . 56, 235
..........................System Design . 167
........................Wear Indicators . 167
.............................Braking System . 167
.................Break-in, New Vehicle . 142
..Brightness Control, Instruments . 67
..................Brights, Headlights . 66, 67
...................................Built-in Table . 91
Bulb Replacement
..........................Back-up Lights . 205
..............................Brake Lights . 205
................Front Parking Lights . 205
........Front Side Marker Lights . 205
.................................Headlights . 203
.........High-mount Brake Light . 207
.........Rear Side Marker Lights . 205
............................Specifications . 247
....................Turn Signal Lights . 205
..............................Bulbs, Halogen . 203
............................Capacities Chart . 246
.............Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 50
..............................................Cargo . 150
....................................Accessories . 148
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
.......................................Position) . 72
..............Accessory Power Sockets . 95
....................Additives, Engine Oil . 193
.......Adjusting the Steering Wheel . 69
...........................Advanced Airbags . 25
...............................Airbag (SRS) . 9, 21
................Air Conditioning System . 98
.........................................Usage . 100
.......................Air Pressure, Tires . 213
.......................Alcohol in Gasoline . 142
......................................Antifreeze . 196
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
...............................Indicator . 57, 168
...................................Operation . 168
..............Anti-theft, Audio System . 136
.Anti-theft Steering Column Lock . 72
................................Audio System . 103
...Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 19
.............Automatic Speed Control . 138
..............Automatic Transmission . 161
..........................Capacity, Fluid . 246
...............Checking Fluid Level . 199
....................................D3 Mode . 163
.......................................Shifting . 161
Shift Lever Position
...............................Indicators . 161
................Shift Lever Positions . 162
....................Shift Lock Release . 165
Index
A
B
C
INDEX
I
Main Menu
＊
....................Cargo, How to Carry . 150
Cassette Player
....................................Care . 115, 131
...........................Operation . 113, 129
..............CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
.........................................CD Care . 134
..........................CD Changer . 111, 125
CD Changer Error
...........................Messages . 112, 128
.....................CD Error Messages . 112
..............................CD Player . 109, 124
.................................Center Pocket . 95
....................................Center Table . 94
........................Certification Label . 244
.................................Chains, Tires . 216
....................Changing a Flat Tire . 220
.................................Changing Oil . 194
........................................How to . 194
......................................When to . 187
...Charging System Indicator . 56, 233
..............Check Fuel Cap Indicator . 63
............Checklist, Before Driving . 157
.....................................Child Safety . 32
..............................Booster Seats . 47
.............................Child Seats . 32, 39
.....Important Safety Reminders . 32
..........................................Infants . 37
............................Large Children . 46
.........................................LATCH . 41
......................Risks with Airbags . 33
.............................Small Children . 38
.........................................Tethers . 45
...........................Warning Labels . 34
.........Where Should a Child Sit? . 33
.................................Child Seats . 32, 39
.........................................LATCH . 41
..........Tether Anchorage Points . 45
..................Childproof Door Locks . 73
.......................Cleaning Seat Belts . 208
..............................................Clock . 137
...................................Clutch Fluid . 202
........................CO in the Exhaust . 251
.........................................Coin Tray . 93
............Cold Weather, Starting in . 158
...............Consumer Information . 256
.............Controls, Instruments and . 53
Coolant
........................................Adding . 196
....................................Checking . 146
.........................Proper Solution . 196
...................Temperature Gauge . 62
Crankcase Emissions Control
........................................System . 251
................Cruise Control Indicator . 58
............Cruise Control Operation . 138
.....................................Cup Holders . 91
.............Customer Service Office . 256
................DANGER, Explanation of . ii
...................................Dashboard . 3, 54
................Daytime Running Lights . 67
Daytime Running Lights
.......................................Indicator . 59
.................................Dead Battery . 229
............Defects, Reporting Safety . 258
................Defogger, Rear Window . 68
..............Defrosting the Windows . 101
.........................Detachable Anchor . 85
....................................Dimensions . 246
.........Dimming the Headlights . 66, 67
Dipstick
..........Automatic Transmission . 199
..................................Engine Oil . 145
..........................Directional Signals . 66
........Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 167
Index
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II
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CONTINUED
.......................................Disc Care . 134
........................Disc Changer . 111, 125
...........................................Care . 134
...........................Operation . 111, 125
Disc Changer Error
.............................Message . 112, 128
.........Disc Player Error Message . 112
.....................Disposal of Used Oil . 195
Doors
..............Childproof Door Locks . 73
..............Locking and Unlocking . 73
......................Power Door Locks . 73
..........DOT Tire Quality Grading . 248
Downshifting, Manual
.............................Transmission . 159
...........Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
...........................................Driving . 155
....................................Economy . 147
........................Driving Guidelines . 156
........................................D3 Mode . 163
..................Dust and Pollen Filter . 209
..............................Economy, Fuel . 147
..................................Emergencies . 219
.............Battery, Jump Starting . 229
...........Brake System Indicator . 235
................Changing a Flat Tire . 220
.....Charging System Indicator . 233
..................Checking the Fuses . 237
.........Hazard Warning Flashers . 67
............................Jump Starting . 229
.....Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 233
...Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 234
...Manually Closing Moonroof . 236
..................Overheated Engine . 231
.......................................Towing . 242
...........................Emergency Brake . 68
......................Emergency Flashers . 67
......................Emergency Towing . 242
.......................Emissions Controls . 251
.............Emissions Testing, State . 254
Engine
............Adding Engine Coolant . 196
....Coolant Temperature Gauge . 62
.........................If It Won’t Start . 227
Malfunction Indicator
................................Lamp . 56, 234
........Oil Pressure Indicator . 56, 233
..............Oil, What Kind to Use . 193
...............................Overheating . 231
............................Specifications . 246
....................Speed Limiter . 160, 164
.......................................Starting . 158
......................Ethanol in Gasoline . 142
.Evaporative Emissions Controls . 251
...............................Exhaust Fumes . 50
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
........................................Belts by . 16
.....................................Fan, Interior . 99
...........................................Features . 97
....................Filling the Fuel Tank . 143
Filters
.........................Dust and Pollen . 209
...............................................Oil . 194
.............Flashers, Hazard Warning . 67
...................Flat Tire, Changing a . 220
Index
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III
Main Menu
...............Gas Mileage, Improving . 147
..........................................Gasohol . 142
.........................................Gasoline . 142
.....................Low Fuel Indicator . 59
...........................................Gauge . 62
................Octane Requirement . 142
........................Tank, Refueling . 143
................Gas Station Procedures . 143
Gauges
...Engine Coolant Temperature . 62
...............................................Fuel . 62
Gearshift Lever Positions
..........Automatic Transmission . 161
..............Manual Transmission . 159
........................................Glove Box . 93
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
.............................(GVWR) . 173, 246 ...Identification Number, Vehicle . 244
Ignition
..............................................Keys . 70
...........................................Switch . 72
............Timing Control System . 252
........................Immobilizer System . 71
.........Important Safety Precautions . 6
Fluids
..........Automatic Transmission . 199
..........................................Brake . 201
.........................................Clutch . 202
..............Manual Transmission . 200
..........................Power Steering . 202
..................Windshield Washer . 198
.....................Folding Rear Seat . 82, 83
..........................Four-way Flashers . 67
..............................Front Airbags . 9, 23
Front Seat
......................................Adjusting . 78
.........................................Heaters . 86
.....................................Airbags . 9, 23
.................................................Fuel . 142
..........Check Fuel Cap Indicator . 63
......................Fill Door and Cap . 143
.....................Low Fuel Indicator . 59
...........................................Gauge . 62
................Octane Requirement . 142
...............................Oxygenated . 142
........................Tank, Refueling . 143
...............................Fuel Economy . 147
.....................Fuses, Checking the . 237
.............Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 203
.....................................Hatch Glass . 74
..............Hazard Warning Flashers . 67
Headlights
........................................Aiming . 203
............Daytime Running Lights . 67
..................High Beam Indicator . 59
...........................Reminder Tone . 66
........Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 203
...................................Turning on . 66
..............................Head Restraints . 80
...............................Heated Mirrors . 89
.....................................Heater, Seat . 86
.......................Heating and Cooling . 98
............................High Beam Lever . 67
.......................Hood, Opening the . 144
..............................................Horn .4,64
...........................Hydraulic Clutch . 202
Index
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H
I
IV
Main Menu
CONTINUED
Indicators
......ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) . 57, 168
Brake (Parking and Brake
............................System) . 56, 235
................Charging System . 56, 233
...........................Check Fuel Cap . 63
.............................Cruise Control . 58
DRL (Daytime Running
......................................Lights) . 59
...................................High Beam . 59
........Key (Immobilizer System) . 57
......................................Low Fuel . 59
................Low Oil Pressure . 56, 233
.................Passenger Airbag Off . 30
...........................Side Airbag Off . 57
...............................................SRS . 57
Turn Signal and Hazard
...................................Warning . 59
VSA (Vehicle Stability
..............................Assist) . 58, 170
..............................Washer Level . 60
.........Indicators, Instrument Panel . 55
...............................Infant Restraint . 37
......................................Infant Seats . 37
............Tether Anchorage Point . 45
...................Inflation, Proper Tire . 212
........Recommended Pressures . 213
...................................Inside Mirror . 88
.............................Inspection, Tire . 213
....................Installing a Child Seat . 40
............................Instrument Panel . 55
........Instrument Panel Brightness . 67
..............Instruments and Controls . 53
.................................Interior Lights . 95
........................................Introduction . i
.................Jacking up the Vehicle . 222
.......................................Jack, Tire . 220
................................Jump Starting . 229
..................................................Keys . 70
.......................Label, Certification . 244
.................Lane Change, Signaling . 66
..................Lap/Shoulder Belts . 14, 18
...........LATCH Anchorage System . 41
Lights
....................Bulb Replacement . 203
.......................................Indicator . 55
.........................................Parking . 66
..................................Turn Signal . 66
....................................Load Limits . 151
......LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 72
Locks
.......Anti-theft Steering Column . 72
..........................Childproof Door . 73
............................Fuel Fill Door . 143
....................................Glove Box . 93
.................................Power Door . 73
........................................Tailgate . 74
........................Low Coolant Level . 146
.........................Low Fuel Indicator . 59
...Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 56, 233
................................Lower Anchors . 41
...Lubricant Specifications Chart . 246
...........Luggage, Storing (Cargo) . 150
...........Luggage Net (Cargo Net) . 153
Index
L
K
J
INDEX
V
Main Menu
..................................Maintenance . 183
Owner’s Maintenance
...................................Checks . 186
.................................Record . 189-191
......................Required Indicator . 60
..........................................Safety . 184
.............................Schedule . 187-188
.Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 56, 234
...................Manual Transmission . 159
...............Checking Fluid Level . 200
.......................................Shifting . 159
........Manual Transmission Fluid . 200
.........................Meters, Gauges . 55, 61
...................Methanol in Gasoline . 142
..........................Mirrors, Adjusting . 88
...............Modifying Your Vehicle . 149
.........................................Moonroof . 88
......................Closing Manually . 236
.....................................Operation . 88
...................Neutral Gear Position . 163
..................New Vehicle Break-in . 142
.....................Normal Shift Speeds . 160
...................NOTICE, Explanation of . i
...............Numbers, Identification . 244
...Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 142
.........................................Odometer . 62
...............................Odometer, Trip . 61
....................Off-Highway Driving . 179
Oil
........................Change, How to . 194
......................Change, When to . 187
......................Checking Engine . 145
..............Pressure Indicator . 56, 233
Selecting Proper Viscosity
......................................Chart . 193
...........ON (Ignition Key Position) . 72
Onboard Refueling Vapor
....................................Recovery . 251
..............................Outside Mirrors . 89
....Outside Temperature Indicator . 62
....................Overheating, Engine . 231
....Owner’s Maintenance Checks . 186
.........................Oxygenated Fuels . 142
..............Panel Brightness Control . 67
........................Park Gear Position . 162
...........................................Parking . 166
.................................Parking Brake . 68
Parking Brake and Brake
.................System Indicator . 56, 235
.................................Parking Lights . 66
..Parking Over Things that Burn . 166
....Passenger Airbag Off Indicator . 30
.............................PGM-FI System . 252
...................................Pollen Filter . 209
..........................Power Door Locks . 73
.................Power Socket Locations . 90
....................Power Steering Fluid . 202
..............................Power Windows . 86
.........Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 16
........................Preparing to Drive . 157
.........Protecting Adults and Teens . 11
...Additional Safety Precautions . 17
.....Advice for Pregnant Women . 16
........................Protecting Children . 32
.......................Protecting Infants . 37
.......Protecting Larger Children . 46
.........Protecting Small Children . 38
Index
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Main Menu
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CONTINUED
Using Child Seats with
.....................................Tethers . 45
.............................Using LATCH . 41
...................Radiator Overheating . 231
..Radio/Tape/CD Sound System . 103
.................Radio Theft Protection . 136
...........................Readiness Codes . 234
.................Rear Differential Fluid . 201
..Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 205
....................Rear Seat, Folding . 82, 83
............................Rear View Mirror . 88
.................Rear Window Defogger . 68
.Rear Window Wiper and Washer . 65
...............Reclining the Seat Backs . 78
.......Recommended Shift Speeds . 160
........................................Refueling . 143
.......................Reminder Indicators . 55
.......................Remote Transmitter . 75
Replacement Information
..............Dust and Pollen Filter . 209
................Engine Oil and Filter . 194
..........................................Fuses . 237
................................Light Bulbs . 203
....................................Schedule . 187
...........................................Tires . 211
.............................Wiper Blades . 210
Replacing Seat Belts After a
............................................Crash . 20
..........Reporting Safety Defects . 258
Reserve Tank, Engine
...............................Coolant . 146, 196
...............................Restraint, Child . 32
..................Reverse Gear Position . 162
...........................Reverse Lockout . 165
......................................Roof Rack . 152
................................Rotation, Tire . 214
..................................Safety Belts . 8, 18
.........Safety Defects, Reporting . 258
.................................Safety Features . 7
...........................................Airbags . 9
.......................................Seat Belts . 8
.............Safety Labels, Location of . 51
...............................Safety Messages . ii
.....................................Seat Belts . 8, 18
...............Additional Information . 18
.....Advice for Pregnant Women . 16
Automatic Seat Belt
...............................Tensioners . 19
.....................................Cleaning . 208
.....................Detachable Anchor . 85
................Lap/Shoulder Belt . 14, 18
................................Maintenance . 20
Reminder Indicator and
......................................Beeper . 56
...................System Components . 18
...............Use During Pregnancy . 16
...Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt . 14
....................................Seat Heaters . 86
........................Seats, Adjusting the . 78
.......................Select/Reset Button . 61
...............................Serial Number . 244
...........................Service Intervals . 187
...........................Service Manual . 259
.........Service Station Procedures . 143
..........................Setting the Clock . 137
...Shift Lever Position Indicators . 161
........................Shift Lock Release . 165
Index
S
R
INDEX
VII
Main Menu
＊
................................Side Airbags . 9, 26
...How Your Side Airbags Work . 26
How the Side Airbag Off
......................Indicator Works . 29
..................Side Curtain Airbags . 9, 28
How Your Side Curtain Airbags
.........................................Work . 28
Side Marker Lights, Bulb
..............................Replacement . 205
...............................Signaling Turns . 66
.....................................Snow Tires . 215
................................Sound System . 103
......................................Spare Tire . 220
....................................Spark Plugs . 246
........................Specifications . 246, 247
................................Speed Control . 138
........................Speed Limiter . 160, 164
..........SRS, Additional Information . 21
...Additional Safety Precautions . 31
.............................Airbag Service . 30
......Airbag System Components . 21
How the Side Airbag Off
......................Indicator Works . 29
..How the SRS Indicator Works . 29
How Your Front Airbags
.........................................Work . 23
...How Your Side Airbags Work . 26
How Your Side Curtain Airbags
.........................................Work . 28
.............................SRS Indicator . 29, 57
....START (Ignition Key Position) . 72
.......................Starting the Engine . 158
In Cold Weather at High
..................................Altitude . 158
................With a Dead Battery . 229
..............State Emissions Testing . 254
........Steam Coming from Engine . 231
Steering Wheel
..................................Adjustment . 69
.............Anti-theft Column Lock . 72
.......Steering Wheel Buttons . 135, 138
...................Stereo Sound System . 103
....................Storing Your Vehicle . 218
..........................................Sun Visor . 95
..........................Sunglasses Holder . 94
Supplemental Restraint
..................................System .9,21
......................................Servicing . 30
.........................SRS Indicator . 29, 57
...................System Components . 21
..................................Synthetic Oil . 194
Table
..........................................Built in . 91
...........................................Center . 94
Tailgate
.................................Hatch Glass . 74
............................Open Indicator . 59
.................................Opening the . 74
..........Taillights, Changing Bulbs . 205
.Taking Care of the Unexpected . 219
...........................Tape Player . 113, 129
Technical Descriptions
....DOT Tire Quality Grading . 248
.....Emissions Control Systems . 251
.....................Oxygenated Fuels . 142
Three Way Catalytic
...............................Converter . 253
.......................Temperature Gauge . 62
....................Temperature, Outside . 62
..............Tether Anchorage Points . 45
................Theft Protection, Radio . 136
..Three Way Catalytic Converter . 253
..................Tilt the Steering Wheel . 69
..........................Time, Setting the . 137
....................................Tire Chains . 216
Index
T
VIII
Main Menu
＊
.........Tire, How to Change a Flat . 220
...........................Tire Information . 250
...............................................Tires . 211
..............................Air Pressure . 213
........................................Chains . 216
.........................Checking Wear . 213
......DOT Tire Quality Grading . 248
......................................Inflation . 212
..................................Inspection . 213
.....................................Labeling . 250
..............................Maintenance . 214
...................................Replacing . 214
......................................Rotating . 214
...........................................Snow . 215
............................Specifications . 247
...................Tools, Tire Changing . 220
Towing
.....................................A Trailer . 172
...............Behind a Motorhome . 177
................Emergency Wrecker . 242
....Equipment and Accessories . 173
....................Pre-Tow Checklist . 175
.............................Weight Limit . 172
.....................Trailer Loading . 172, 173
......................Trailer Towing Tips . 175
Transmission
Checking Fluid Level,
..............................Automatic . 199
Checking Fluid Level,
...................................Manual . 200
..................Fluid Selection . 199, 200
..............Identification Number . 245
.............Shifting the Automatic . 161
..................Shifting the Manual . 159
.....................................Treadwear . 248
.......................................Trip Meter . 61
....................................Turn Signals . 66
Unexpected, Taking Care
..........................................of the . 219
....Uniform Tire Quality Grading . 248
........................Unleaded Gasoline . 142
.......Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 195
.................Vehicle Capacity Load . 151
......................Vehicle Dimensions . 246
....Vehicle Identification Number . 244
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)
....................................System . 170
.....................................Indicators . 58
.............................Vehicle Storage . 218
.....................................Ventilation . 100
.................................................VIN . 244
..................................Viscosity, Oil . 193
.............WARNING, Explanation of . ii
.........Warning Labels, Location of . 51
..................Warranty Coverages . 257
Washers, Windshield
........Checking the Fluid Level . 198
.....................................Operation . 65
Wheels
...............Adjusting the Steering . 69
............Alignment and Balance . 214
..............................Wrench, Nut . 223
Windows
...............................Auto Reverse . 87
..................Operating the Power . 86
...........................Rear, Defogger . 68
CONTINUED
Index
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Main Menu
＊
Windshield
.......................................Cleaning . 65
...................................Defroster . 101
.....................................Washers . 198
Wipers, Windshield
.......................Changing Blades . 210
.....................................Operation . 65
....................................Worn Tires . 213
.....Wrecker, Emergency Towing . 242
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Index
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Main Menu
Service Information Summary
Gasoline:
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Recommended Engine Oil:
Automatic Transmission Fluid:
Brake Fluid:
Tire Pressure (measured cold):
Manual Transmission Fluid:
Rear Differential Fluid:
Power Steering Fluid:
15.3 US gal (58
)
29 psi (200 kPa , 2.0 kgf/cm
)
4.4 US qt (4.2
)
Unleaded gasoline, pump octane
number of 87 or higher.
API Premium grade 5W-20
detergent oil (see page ).
Oil change capacity (including
filter):
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or
DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary
replacement (see page ).
Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic
Transmission Fluid) preferred, or
aDEXRON
III ATF as a
temporary replacement (see page
).
Front/Rear:
Honda Manual Transmission
Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30
or 10W-40 motor oil as a
temporary replacement (see page
).
Capacity (including differential):
2.0 US qt (1.9
)
Honda Dual Pump Fluid. Do not
use ATF.
Capacity:
1.1 US qt (1.0
)
Honda Power Steering Fluid
preferred, or another brand of
power steering fluid as a
temporary replacement. Do not
use ATF (see page ).
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