Honda Accord 2017 Quick Guide

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Accord Sedan

OWNER’S GUIDE

2017

DISCLOSURES

Devices That Emit Radio Waves

The following products and systems on your vehicle emit radio waves when in
operation:

• Audio system • Immobilizer system

• Bluetooth Audio • Remote transmitter

• Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

• HomeLink Universal Transceiver • Wireless charger*

• Collision Mitigation Braking System

Each of the above complies with the appropriate requirements or the required
standards of the FCC (Federal Communications Commission) and Industry Canada,
described below:

• Smart entry system*

Event Data Recorders

This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of

an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air
bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding
how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to

vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically
30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as:

• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;

• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/fastened;

• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake
pedal; and,

• How fast the vehicle was traveling.

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.

As required by Industry Canada:

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

California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act

The airbags, seat belt tensioners, and CR-type batteries in this vehicle may
contain perchlorate materials—special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.
ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ for more information.

California Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING: This product contains or emits chemicals known to the state of

California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in
which crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle
only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under
normal driving conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and
crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforcement,
could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely
acquired during a crash investigation.

To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to
the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other
parties such as law enforcement that have the special equipment can read the
information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR.

The data belong to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by anyone else
except as legally required or with the permission of the vehicle owner.

Service Diagnostic Recorders

This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record information
about powertrain performance. The data can be used to verify emissions law
requirements and/or help technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It may
also be combined with data from other sources for research purposes, but
it remains confidential.

*if equipped

INTRODUCTION

This Owner’s Guide is intended to help you quickly get acquainted with your

2017 Honda Accord Sedan. It provides basic information and instructions on

technology and convenience features, as well as emergency procedures and how to
get assistance.

This guide is for vehicles sold in the United States and Canada. It covers all Accord
Sedan models, so you may find descriptions of features and equipment that are not
in your vehicle. Images throughout this guide are from U.S. vehicles and represent
features and equipment that are available on some, but not all, models.

This guide is not intended to be a substitute for the Owner’s Manual. The Owner
Information CD enclosed in your glove box kit includes the Owner’s Manual,
Navigation Manual, and vehicle and tire warranties in electronic format. This
information can be viewed on a computer (PC or Mac platform) and saved or printed
for your reference. You can also visit owners.honda.com (U.S.) or myhonda.ca
(Canada) to view the complete and most current information.

If you are the first registered owner of your vehicle, you may request a complimentary
printed copy of the Owner’s Manual, Navigation Manual, or Vehicle Warranty within
the first six months of vehicle purchase. To request a copy, visit owners.honda.com
(U.S.) and create or log in to your account. In Canada, please request a copy from
your Honda dealer.

American Honda Motor Company strives to be proactive in protecting our
environment and natural resources. By using electronic delivery for a considerable
portion of the information typically found in a vehicle owner’s manual, we are further
reducing our impact on the environment.

Honda Automobile Customer Service

Your authorized Honda dealer should be able to answer any questions you have
about your vehicle. However, if you are dissatisfied with the information you receive,
you can call Honda Automobile Customer Service (see page 152).

Call [phone] (U.S.) or [phone] (Canada)

Honda Roadside Assistance

24-hour emergency road service is available to you in the United States and Canada
throughout your 3-year/36,000-mile warranty term. Services include jump starting,
flat tire and lockout assistance, towing, and more (limitations apply).

Call [phone] (U.S.) or [phone] (Canada)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

VISUAL INDEX .............................................................. 1

Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls ...............1

Dashboard and Other Controls ..........................2

SAFETY INFORMATION .............................................. 3

Important Safety Information .............................3

Seat Belts...............................................................5

Airbags ...................................................................8

Child Safety .........................................................14

Safety Label Locations ......................................21

Reporting Safety Defects ..................................22

INSTRUMENT PANEL ................................................ 23

Malfunction Indicators ......................................23

Condition Indicators ...........................................25

On/Off Indicators ................................................26

Information Display* ..........................................27

Multi-Information Display (MID)* ....................28

VEHICLE CONTROLS .................................................. 30

Using the Key or Remote Transmitter* ...........30

Smart Entry System* ..........................................31

Door Operation ...................................................32

Power Window Operation ................................33

Power Moonroof Operation* ...........................34

Interior and Exterior Lights ...............................35

Auto High-Beam System* .................................36

Wiper Operation .................................................37

One-Touch Turn Signal ......................................38

Adjusting the Seats ............................................39

Adjusting the Steering Wheel ..........................43

Driving Position Memory System* ..................43

Adjusting the Mirrors .........................................44

HomeLink® Universal Transceiver* .................45

Climate Control System ....................................46

Seat Heaters* .....................................................47

Customized Features .........................................48

Setting the Clock ................................................49

AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY .................................... 50

Basic Audio Operation ......................................50

Models with one display ...................................54

One Display Audio Operation .........................54

FM/AM Radio ....................................................55

Compact Disc (CD) ...........................................56

iPod® .................................................................57

USB Flash Drive ...............................................58

Bluetooth® Audio .............................................59

Pandora®* .........................................................60

Models with touchscreen .................................61

Touchscreen Operation ..................................61

HondaLink® ......................................................63

Wi-Fi Connection .............................................64

Aha™ Radio ........................................................64

Apple CarPlay™ ...............................................65

Android Auto™ ..................................................66

FM/AM Radio ...................................................67

®

SiriusXM

Compact Disc (CD) ..........................................69

iPod

USB Flash Drive ...............................................71

Bluetooth® Audio .............................................72

Pandora®* .........................................................73

BLUETOOTH® HANDSFREELINK® (HFL) ................. 74

Models with one display ...................................74

Basic HFL Operation ........................................74

Pairing a Phone ................................................75

Making a Call ....................................................76

SMS Text Messaging ......................................78

Models with touchscreen .................................79

Basic HFL Operation ........................................79

Pairing a Phone ................................................81

Making a Call ....................................................82

SMS Text Messaging and E-Mail* ................84

HondaLink® Assist ...........................................85

Siri™ Eyes Free ..................................................86

NAVIGATION* ............................................................. 87

Basic Navigation Operation .............................87

Entering a Destination .......................................89

Routing .................................................................92

Radio* .............................................68

®

.................................................................70

*if equipped

DRIVING....................................................................... 94

Before Driving .....................................................94

Maximum Load Limit ..........................................96

Towing a Trailer...................................................98

Remote Engine Start* ........................................99

Starting to Drive ................................................100

Shifting ...............................................................101

Braking ...............................................................104

Eco Assist System ............................................105

Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) .......................105

Cruise Control* .................................................106

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)* .....................107

Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)* ...............109

Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)* ...........110

LaneWatch™* ....................................................111

Collision Mitigation Braking System™* .........112

Parking Sensor System* .................................113

Multi-View Rear Camera .................................114

Refueling ............................................................115

HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED .............................. 116

Smart Entry Remote Battery Strength* ........116

Shift Lever Does Not Move* ...........................116

Jump Starting ....................................................117

Overheating .......................................................119

Emergency Engine Stop* ................................120

Emergency Towing ...........................................120

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...121

Changing a Flat Tire..........................................123

Fuse Locations ..................................................126

MAINTENANCE ........................................................ 129

Safety Precautions ...........................................129

Maintenance Minder™ .....................................130

Under the Hood .................................................132

Engine Oil ...........................................................134

Engine Coolant ..................................................137

Brake Fluid .........................................................138

Clutch Fluid* ......................................................138

Checking the Battery .......................................139

Window Washer Fluid .....................................139

Changing Wiper Blades ..................................140

Tire Information.................................................141

Tire Labeling ......................................................144

DOT Tire Quality Grading .................................145

Testing of Readiness Codes ............................147

SPECIFICATIONS...................................................... 148

CUSTOMER INFORMATION ................................... 151

Frequently Asked Questions/

Troubleshooting ................................................151

Contact Us .........................................................152

Honda Roadside Assistance ..........................152

Warranty Coverages ........................................153

VOICE COMMAND INDEX ...................................... 154

INDEX ......................................................................... 156

VISUAL INDEX

Quickly locate items in the vehicle’s interior.

Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls

10

14

1 2

11 6

7 415

5

VISUAL INDEX

38

12 13

9

*if equipped

1

Lights/turn signals/LaneWatch

button* p. 35, p. 38, p. 111

2

SEL/RESET knob p. 27

Brightness control p. 35

3

Wipers/washers p. 37

4

Cruise control buttons* p. 106
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
buttons* p. 106
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
button* p. 110

5

Horn

6

Voice recognition buttons p. 74,

p. 79, p. 87

7

Instrument panel p. 23

8

Information display* p. 27
Multi-information display* p. 28

9

Info (p/q) buttons* p. 28

SEL/RESET button* p. 28

10

Audio controls p. 52

11

Tire Pressure Monitoring System

(TPMS) button p. 121

12

Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)

button p. 110

13

ENGINE START/STOP button* p. 101

14

Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) OFF
button p. 105

Collision Mitigation Braking System

(CMBS) OFF button* p. 112

Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)

button* p. 109

Parking sensor system button* p. 113

15

ECON button p. 105

*if equipped

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Dashboard and Other Controls

11

7 1

8

10

1

Audio system/touchscreen*/
navigation* system p. 54, p. 79,

p. 87

2

Hazard warning button

3

Climate control system p. 46

4

Seat heater switches* p. 47

5

USB port p. 50

Wireless charger* p. 51
Accessory power socket p. 50

6

Rearview mirror p. 44

2

6

3

9

5

4

7

Power window switches p. 33

Door lock switches p. 32

Door mirror controls p. 45

8

Fuel fill door release handle

p. 115

Trunk release p. 32

9

Shift lever p. 101

10

Hood release handle p. 133

11

Driving Position Memory System

buttons* p. 43

SAFETY INFORMATION

Your safety—and the safety of others—is very important, and operating this vehicle
safely is an important responsibility. While we strive to help you make informed
decisions about safety, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the
hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle. Therefore, you must
use your own good judgment.

Important Safety Information

This guide explains many of your vehicle’s safety features and how to use them.
Please read this information carefully. Following the instructions below will also help
to keep you and your passengers safe.

Important Safety Precautions

• Always wear your seat belt.

• Secure all children in the proper restraint system.

• Be aware of airbag hazards.

• Don’t drink and drive.

• Pay appropriate attention to the task of driving safely.

• Control your speed.

• Keep your vehicle in safe condition.

Engaging in cell phone conversation or other activities that keep you from paying
close attention to the road, other vehicles, and pedestrians could lead to a crash.
Remember, situations can change quickly, and only you can decide when it is safe
to divert some attention away from driving.

Safety Messages

When you see the following messages throughout this guide, pay close attention.

You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow

DANGER

instructions.

You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow

WARNING

instructions.

You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow instructions.

CAUTION

This information is intended to help you avoid damage to your

NOTICE

vehicle, other property, or the environment.

*if equipped

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Carbon Monoxide Gas

The engine exhaust from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide, a colorless,

odorless, and highly toxic gas. As long as you properly maintain your vehicle and

follow the instructions set forth below, you will not accumulate dangerous levels

of carbon monoxide gas in the vehicle interior.

Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever:

• The exhaust system is making an unusual noise.

• The exhaust system may have been damaged.

• The vehicle is raised for an oil change.

When you operate a vehicle with the trunk open, airflow can pull exhaust gas

into the interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the trunk

open, open all the windows and set the climate control system as shown below.

1. Select the fresh air mode.

2. Select the

3. Set the fan speed to high.

4. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.

Adjust the climate control system in the same manner if you sit in your parked

vehicle with the engine running.

mode.

WARNING

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.

An enclosed area such as a garage can quickly fill up with carbon monoxide gas.

Do not run the engine with the garage door closed. Even when the garage door is

open, drive out of the garage immediately after starting the engine.

Seat Belts

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.

Lap/Shoulder Seat Belts

All five seating positions are equipped with lap/shoulder seat belts with
emergency locking retractors. In normal driving, the retractor lets you move
freely while keeping some tension on the belt. During a collision or sudden stop,
the retractor locks to restrain your body. The rear seat belts also have a lockable
retractor for use with child seats.

The front seats are equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners to enhance
safety. The tensioners automatically tighten the front seat belts during a moderate
to severe frontal collision, sometimes even if the collision is not severe enough to
inflate the front airbags.

Proper Use of Seat Belts

Follow these guidelines for proper use:

• All occupants should sit upright, well back in the seat, and remain in that
position for the duration of the trip. Slouching and leaning reduce the
effectiveness of the belt and can increase the chance of serious injury in a
crash.

• Never place the shoulder part of a lap/shoulder seat belt under your arm or
behind your back. This could cause very serious injuries in a crash.

• Two people should never use the same seat belt. If they do, they could be very
seriously injured in a crash.

• Do not put any accessories on the seat belts. Devices intended to improve
comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can reduce the protective
capability and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash.

• No one should sit in a seat with an inoperative seat belt or one that does not
appear to be working correctly. Using a seat belt that is not working properly
may not protect the occupant in a crash. Have a dealer check the belt as soon
as possible.

WARNING

Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of a 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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Push

Seat Belt Inspection

Regularly check the condition of your seat belts as follows:

• Pull each belt out fully, and look for frays, cuts, burns, and wear.

• Check that the latches and buckles work smoothly and the belts retract easily.
If a belt does not retract easily, cleaning the belt may correct the problem. Use
only mild soap and warm water. Do not use bleach or cleaning solvents. Make
sure the belt is completely dry before allowing it to retract.

Any belt that is not in good condition or working properly will not provide proper
protection and should be replaced as soon as possible.

A belt that has been worn during a crash may not provide the same level of
protection in a subsequent crash. Have your seat belts inspected by a dealer after
any collision.

WARNING

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.

Fastening a Seat Belt

Adjust your seat to the proper position (see page 39), and then follow the below
steps.

1. Pull the seat belt out slowly.

2. Insert the latch plate into the buckle, then tug

Pull out
slowly.

on the belt to make sure the buckle is secure.
Make sure that the belt is not twisted or caught
on anything.

3. 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

Latch
plate

your strong pelvic bones take the force of a crash
and reduces the chance of internal injuries.

4. If necessary, pull up on the belt again to remove

Buckle

any slack, then make sure that the belt rests
across the center of your chest and over your
shoulder. This spreads the forces of a crash over
the strongest bones in your upper body.

Lap belt
as low as
possible.

To release the belt, push the red PRESS button

then guide the belt by hand until it has retracted
completely.

WARNING

Improperly positioning the seat belts can cause serious injury or death in a
crash.

Make sure all seat belts are properly positioned before driving.

Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor

The front seats have adjustable shoulder anchors to accommodate taller and
shorter occupants.

1. Move the anchor up and down while holding the
release button.

2. Position the anchor so that the belt rests across
the center of your chest and over your shoulder.

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Airbags

Your vehicle is equipped with three types of airbags: front airbags, side airbags, and
side curtain airbags.

Front Airbags (SRS)

The front SRS airbags inflate in a moderate-to-severe frontal collision to help
protect the head and chest of the driver and/or front passenger. They are housed
in the center of the steering wheel for the driver, and in the dashboard for the front
passenger. Both airbags are marked SRS AIRBAG.

SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) indicates that the airbags are designed to
supplement seat belts, not replace them. Seat belts are the occupant’s primary
restraint system.

Advanced Airbags

Your front airbags have advanced features to help reduce the likelihood of airbag­related injuries to smaller occupants.

The driver’s advanced front airbag system includes
a seat position sensor. Based on the seat position
and crash severity, the system determines the
optimal deployment of the driver’s airbag.

If there is a problem with the driver’s seat position
sensor, the SRS indicator will come on and the
airbag will inflate with full (normal) force, regardless
of the driver’s seating position.

The passenger’s advanced front airbag system
has weight sensors. Although Honda recommends
against carrying an infant or small child in front, if
the sensors detect the weight of a child (up to 65 lbs
or 29 kg), the system will automatically turn off the

Passenger’s
seat
weight
sensors

passenger’s front airbag.

For both advanced front airbags to work properly:

• Do not spill any liquid on or under the seats.

• Do not put any object under the passenger’s seat.

• Make sure any objects are positioned properly on the floor. Improperly
positioned objects can interfere with the advanced airbag sensors.

• All occupants should sit upright and wear their seat belts properly.

• Do not place any cover over any part of the passenger side dashboard.

Driver’s
seat
position
sensor

Side Airbags

The side airbags help protect the upper torso and pelvis of the driver or a front
passenger during a moderate-to-severe side impact. They are housed in the
outside edge of the driver’s and front passenger’s seat-backs. Both are marked

SIDE AIRBAG.

Side Curtain Airbags

Side curtain airbags help protect the heads of the driver and passengers in outer
seating positions during a moderate-to-severe side impact. The side curtain
airbags equipped in this vehicle are also designed to help reduce the likelihood
of partial and complete ejection of vehicle occupants through side windows in
crashes, particularly rollover crashes.

The side curtain airbags are located in the ceiling
above the side windows on both sides of the
vehicle.

The side curtain airbags are designed to deploy
in a rollover or moderate-to-severe side impact.
If the SRS control unit senses that your vehicle is

Side curtain airbag storage

about to roll over, it immediately deploys both side
curtain airbags and activates both front seat belt
tensioners. If the impact is on the passenger’s side,
the passenger’s side curtain airbag deploys even if
there is no passenger in the passenger’s seat.

Deployed side curtain airbag

To get the best protection from the side curtain airbags, occupants should wear
their seat belts properly and sit upright and well back in their seats.

Do not attach any objects to the side windows or roof pillars, as they can interfere
with the proper operation of the side curtain airbags.

When side curtain airbags deploy in a frontal collision

One or both side curtain airbags may inflate in a moderate-to-severe angled
frontal collision. In this case, the side curtain airbags will deploy slightly after the
front airbags.

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U.S. Canada

*

Important Facts About Your Airbags

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.

Do not place hard or sharp objects between yourself and a front airbag. 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.

Do not attach or place objects on the front airbag covers. 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.

Do not attach accessories on or near the side airbags. They can interfere with the
proper operation of the airbags, or hurt someone if an airbag inflates.

Do not attach any objects to the side windows or roof pillars. They can interfere
with the proper operation of the side curtain airbags.

Do not cover or replace the front seat-back covers. This can prevent your side
airbags from properly deploying during a side impact.

WARNING

An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash,
even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt.

Always keep the glove box closed while driving.

Airbag System Indicators

If a problem occurs in the airbag system, the SRS indicator comes on and a
message appears on the multi-information display*.

Passenger airbag off indicator

The indicator comes on to alert you that the front
passenger’s front airbag has been turned off. This
occurs when the front passenger’s weight sensors
detect 65 lbs (29 kg) or less, the weight of an infant
or small child, on the seat.

Infants and small children should always ride
properly restrained in a back seat.

Objects placed on the seat can also cause the indicator to come on.

If the front passenger‘s seat is empty, the passenger’s front airbag will not deploy
and the indicator will not come on.

If the indicator comes on with no occupant or objects in the front passenger’s
seat, something may be interfering with the weight sensors, such as:

• An object hanging on the seat or in the seat-back pocket.

• A child seat or other object pressing against the rear of the seat-back.

• A rear passenger pushing or pulling on the back of the front passenger’s seat.

• The front seat or seat-back is forced against an object on the seat or floor
behind it.

• An object placed under the front passenger’s seat.

If none of these conditions exist, have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon
as possible.

The passenger airbag off indicator may go on and off repeatedly if the total weight
on the seat is near the airbag cutoff threshold.

SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) indicator

If the indicator comes on at any other time besides
vehicle start-up, or does not come on at all, have the
system checked by a dealer as soon as possible. If
you don’t, your airbags and seat belt tensioners may
not work properly when they are needed.

WARNING

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.

*if equipped

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Airbag System Components

1

Two SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) front airbags. The driver’s airbag

is stored in the center of the steering wheel; the front passenger’s airbag is
stored in the dashboard. Both are marked SRS AIRBAG.

2

Two side airbags, one for the driver and one for the front passenger. The

airbags are stored in the outer edges of the seat-backs. Both are marked

SIDE AIRBAG.

3

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 CURTAIN AIRBAG.

4

An electronic control unit that continually monitors information about the

various impact sensors, seat and buckle sensors, rollover sensor, airbag
activators, seat belt tensioners, and other information while the vehicle is
on. During a crash event the unit records such information.

5

Automatic front seat belt tensioners. The driver’s and front passenger’s seat

belts incorporate sensors that detect whether or not they are fastened.

6

A driver’s seat position sensor. If the seat is too far forward, the airbag will

inflate with less force.

7

Weight sensors in the front passenger’s seat. The front passenger’s airbag

will be turned off if the weight on the seat is 65 lbs (29 kg) or less (the weight
of an infant or small child).

8

Impact sensors that can detect a moderate-to-severe front or side impact.

9

An indicator on the dashboard that alerts you that the front passenger’s front

airbag has been turned off.

10

An indicator on the instrument panel that alerts you to a possible problem

with the airbag system or seat belt tensioners.

11

Safing sensor

12

A rollover sensor that detects whether the vehicle is about to roll over and signal

the control unit to deploy both side curtain airbags.

Airbag Care

You do not need to, and should not, perform any maintenance on or replace any
airbag system components yourself. However, you should have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer in the following situations:

When the airbags have deployed

If an airbag has inflated, the control unit and other related parts must be replaced.
Similarly, once an automatic seat belt tensioner has been activated, it must be
replaced.

When the vehicle has been in a moderate-to-severe collision

Even if the airbags did not inflate, have your dealer inspect the following: the
driver’s seat position sensor, weight sensors in the passenger’s seat, front seat
belt tensioners, and each seat belt that was worn during the crash.

Do not remove or modify a front seat without first consulting a dealer

This would likely disable the driver’s seat position sensor or the weight sensors
in the passenger’s seat. If it is necessary to remove or modify a front seat to
accommodate a person with disabilities, contact a Honda dealer. For U.S.
vehicles, call Honda Automobile Customer Service at [phone]. For Canadian
vehicles, call Honda Canada Customer Relations at [phone].

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SAFETYSAFETY

Child Safety

Each year, many children are injured or killed in vehicle crashes because they are
either unrestrained or not properly restrained. In fact, vehicle collisions are the
number one cause of death of children ages 12 and under.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada
recommend that all children ages 12 and under be properly restrained in a rear seat.
Some states or provinces/territories have laws restricting where children may ride.

To reduce the number of child deaths and injuries, every state, Canadian province
and territory requires that infants and children be properly restrained when they ride
in a vehicle.

Protecting Child Passengers

• An inflating front or side airbag can injure or kill a child sitting in the front seat.

• A child in the front seat is more likely to interfere with the driver’s ability to
safely control the vehicle.

• Statistics show that children of all sizes and ages are safer when they are
properly restrained in a rear seat.

• Any child who is too small to wear a seat belt correctly must be restrained in an
approved child seat that is properly secured to the vehicle using either the lap
belt portion of the lap/shoulder belt or the lower anchors of the LATCH system.

• Never hold a child on your lap because it is impossible to protect them in the
event of a collision.

• Never put a seat belt over yourself and a child. During a crash, the belt would
likely press deep into the child and cause serious or fatal injuries.

• Never let two children use the same seat belt. Both children could be very
seriously injured in a crash.

• Do not allow children to operate the doors, windows, or seat adjusters.

• Do not leave children in the vehicle unattended, especially in hot weather when
the inside of the vehicle can get hot enough to kill them. They could also activate
vehicle controls, causing it to move unexpectedly.

WARNING

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, using a
booster seat if necessary.

WARNING

Allowing a child to play with a seat belt or wrap one around their neck can
result in serious injury or death.

Instruct children not to play with any seat belt and make sure any unused
seat belt a child can reach is buckled, fully retracted, and locked.

Protecting Infants

An infant must be properly restrained in a rear-facing, reclining child seat until the
infant reaches the seat maker’s weight or height limit for the seat, and the infant
is at least one year old. Many experts recommend use of a rear-facing seat for
a child up to two years old if the child’s height and weight are appropriate for a
rear-facing seat.

Child seats must be placed and secured in a rear
seating position. Rear-facing child seats should
never be installed in a forward-facing position.

When properly installed, a rear-facing child seat may prevent the driver or a front
passenger from moving their seat all the way back, or from locking their seat-back
in the desired position. If this occurs, we 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.

WARNING

Placing a rear-facing child seat in the front seat can result in serious injury or
death during a crash.

Always place a rear-facing child seat in the rear seat, not the front.

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SAFETYSAFETY

Anchor

Tether strap hook

Marks

Rigid type

Lower anchors

Flexible type

Protecting Smaller Children

If a child is at least one year old and within the weight range indicated by the child
seat manufacturer, the child should be properly restrained in a firmly secured
forward-facing child seat.

We strongly recommend placing a forward-facing
child seat in a rear seating position.

Placing a forward-facing child seat in the front seat
can be hazardous, even with advanced front airbags
that automatically turn the passenger’s front airbag
off. A rear seat is the safest place for a child.

WARNING

Placing a forward-facing child seat in the front seat can result in serious
injury or death if the front airbag inflates.

If you must place a forward-facing child seat in front, move the vehicle seat
as far back as possible, and properly restrain the child.

Selecting a Child Seat

Most child seats are LATCH-compatible (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren).
Some have a rigid-type connector, while others have a flexible-type connector.
Both are equally easy to use. Some existing and previously owned child seats can
only be installed using the seat belt. Whichever type you choose, follow the child
seat manufacturer’s use and care instructions as well as the instructions in this
manual. Proper installation is key to maximizing your child’s safety.

In seating positions and vehicles not equipped with LATCH, a LATCH-compatible
child seat can be installed using the seat belt and a top tether for added security.
This is because all child seats are required to be designed so that they can be
secured with a lap belt or the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt. In addition, the
child seat manufacturer may advise that a seat belt be used to attach a LATCH­compatible seat once a child reaches a specified weight. Please read the child
seat owner’s manual for proper installation instructions.

Installing a LATCH-Compatible Child Seat

A LATCH-compatible child seat can be installed in either of the two outer rear
seats. A child seat is attached to the lower anchors with either the rigid or flexible
type of connectors.

1. Locate the lower anchors under the marks.

2. Place the child seat on the vehicle seat, then
attach the child seat to the lower anchors
according to the instructions that came with the
child seat. Make sure that the lower anchors
are not obstructed by the seat belt or any other
object.

3. Open the tether anchor cover behind the head
restraint.

4. Raise the head restraint to its highest position,
then route the tether strap between the head
restraint legs, and secure the tether strap hook
onto the anchor.

5. Tighten the tether strap according to the seat
maker’s instructions.

6. Make sure the child seat is firmly secured by
rocking it forward and back and side to side; little
movement should be felt.

7. Make sure any unused seat belt that a child
can reach is buckled, the lockable retractor
is activated, and the belt is fully retracted and
locked.

Important considerations when selecting a child seat

Make sure the child seat meets the following three requirements:

• The child seat is the correct type and size for the child.

• The child seat is the correct type for the seating position.

• The child seat is compliant with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or
Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.

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SAFETYSAFETY

Tether anchorage points

Cover

Anchor

Outer position

Tether strap hook

Anchor

Center position

Tether strap
hook

Anchor

Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt

1. Place the child seat on the vehicle seat.

2. Route the seat belt through the child seat

according to the seat manufacturer’s
instructions, and insert the latch plate into the
buckle. Insert the latch plate fully until it clicks.

3. Slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt all the

way out until it stops. This activates the lockable
retractor.

4. Let the seat belt retract a few inches, then try to

pull it out to make sure the retractor is locked.
If you are able to pull the shoulder belt out, the
lockable retractor is not activated. Pull the seat
belt all the way out, and repeat steps 3 – 4.

5. Grab the shoulder part of the seat belt near the

buckle, and pull up to remove any slack from
the lap part of the belt. When doing this, place
your weight on the child seat and push it into the
vehicle seat.

6. Make sure the child seat is firmly secured by

rocking it forward and back and side to side; little
movement should be felt.

Adding Security with a Tether

A tether anchorage point is provided behind each rear seating position. A child
seat that is installed with a seat belt and comes with a tether can use the tether
for additional security.

1. Locate the appropriate tether anchorage point
and lift the cover.

2. Raise the head restraint to its highest position,
then route the tether strap through the head
restraint legs. Make sure the strap is not twisted.

3. Secure the tether strap hook onto the anchor.

4. Tighten the tether strap according to the seat
manufacturer’s instructions.

7. Make sure any unused seat belt that a child
can reach is buckled, the lockable retractor
is activated, and the belt is fully retracted and
locked.

To deactivate a lockable retractor, release the buckle and allow the seat belt to

wind up all the way.

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Sun visor

U.S. models

Canadian models

Radiator cap

U.S. models only

Dashboard

Protecting Larger Children

When a child is too big for a child seat, secure the child in a rear seat using the
lap/shoulder seat belt.

Have the child sit upright and all the way back, then ensure the following:

• The child’s knees bend comfortably over the edge

of the seat.

• The shoulder belt crosses between the child’s

neck and arm.

• The lap part of the seat belt is as low as possible,

touching the child’s thighs.

• The child can stay seated for the whole trip.

If a lap/shoulder belt cannot be used properly, position the child in a booster seat
in a rear seating position. For the child’s safety, check that the child meets the
booster seat manufacturer’s recommendations.

Some U.S. states and Canadian provinces/territories 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 state or province/territory where you intend to drive.

WARNING

Allowing a child age 12 or under to sit in the front can result in injury or death
if the passenger’s front airbag inflates.

If a larger child must ride in front, move the vehicle seat as far to the rear as
possible, then have the child sit up properly and wear the seat belt properly,
using a booster seat if needed.

Safety Label Locations

Safety labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that
can cause serious injury or death. Read these labels carefully.

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INSTRUMENT PANELSAFETY

Reporting Safety Defects

In the U.S.

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.

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, 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.

To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327­4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator,
NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain
other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.

In Canada

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could
cause injury or death, you should immediately inform Honda Canada, Inc., and you
may also inform Transport Canada.

If Transport Canada receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if
it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may lead to a recall and
remedy campaign. However, Transport Canada cannot become involved in individual
problems between you, your dealer, or Honda Canada, Inc.

To contact Transport Canada’s Defect Investigations and Recalls Division, you may
call 1-800-333-0510. For more information on reporting safety defects or about motor
vehicle safety, go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety.

INSTRUMENT PANEL

Learn about the indicators, gauges, and displays related to driving the vehicle.

Indicators briefly appear with each engine start and then go out. Red and amber
indicators are most critical. Blue and green indicators are used for general
information.

Malfunction Indicators

These are the most critical indicators. If they come on and stay lit while driving or at
any other time, there may be a problem. See your dealer if necessary.

Brake system

U.S.

• Brake fluid is low.

• The brake system has a problem.
Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure. If normal, check

Canada

the brake fluid level when you stop. If abnormal, take immediate action. If
necessary, downshift the transmission to slow the vehicle using engine
braking. Have your vehicle repaired immediately.

Low oil pressure

Engine oil pressure is low. Stop in a safe place. Open the hood. Check the oil
level, and add oil if necessary (see page 134). If the indicator does not turn
off, have your vehicle repaired immediately.

Charging system

The battery is not charging. Turn off all electrical items, but do not turn off
the vehicle to prevent further battery discharge. Have your vehicle repaired
immediately.

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)

There is a problem with one of the airbag systems or seat belt tensioners.

Smart Entry system*

There is a problem with the smart entry system.

*if equipped

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INSTRUMENT PANELINSTRUMENT PANEL

Canada

Canada

Malfunction indicator lamp (check engine light)

• The emissions control system may have a problem, or the fuel cap is loose
or missing.

• (Blinks) A misfire in the engine’s cylinders is detected. Stop in a safe place,
and wait for the engine to cool down.

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

There is a problem with the anti-lock brake system. Your vehicle still has
normal braking ability, but no anti-lock function.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

There is a problem with the tire pressure monitoring system, or the vehicle is
fitted with the compact spare tire.

Light control*

There is a problem with the automatic lighting control system or low beam
headlights.

Parking sensor system*

There is a problem with the system, or the sensor(s) are blocked.

Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS)*

There is a problem with the system, the temperature is too high, the camera
is blocked or the radar is blocked.

Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)

There is a problem with the VSA system.

Brake system

U.S.

There is a problem with the brake system.

Electric Power Steering (EPS)

There is a problem with the EPS system.

Auto High-Beam System*

There is a problem with the system, or the camera is blocked.

Starter system*

There is a problem with the starter system. If you cannot start the vehicle,

U.S.

press the brake pedal, then press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button
(see page 101) for 15 seconds.

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*

There is a problem with the system, the temperature is too high, or the radar
sensor is blocked.

*if equipped

Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*

There is a problem with the system, the temperature is too high, or the
camera is blocked.

Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)*

There is a problem with the system, the temperature is too high, or the
camera is blocked.

Condition Indicators

These indicators may require you to perform an action.

Parking brake

U.S.

Release the parking brake before driving. You will hear a beep if you drive

Canada

with it not fully released.

Seat belt reminder

Make sure seat belts are fastened for you and all passengers. The indicator
blinks and beeps sound continuously if you or your front passenger has not
fastened your seat belts when you begin driving. If the indicator remains on
after seat belts are fastened, see your dealer.

Door open

A door is not closed. A beep sounds while driving if a door is open.

Low fuel

Refuel as soon as possible. If the indicator blinks, there is a problem with the
fuel gauge. See your dealer.

Low tire pressure*

Stop in a safe place, check tire pressures, and inflate tire(s) if necessary.
The indicator also appears if your vehicle is fitted with the compact spare
tire. Have your regular tire repaired or replaced as soon as possible.

Washer fluid level (Canadian models)
The washer fluid is low. Refill the washer fluid (see page 139).

System message*

When a condition or malfunction indicator comes on, a message also
appears on the multi-information display. Check the display for more
information.

Maintenance Minder*

Scheduled maintenance for your vehicle is due (see page 131).

Immobilizer

Your key or remote transmitter cannot be recognized by the vehicle. If the
indicator blinks, you may not be able to start the engine. Turn the vehicle off,
and then on again. If it continues to blink, there may be a problem with the
system. See your dealer.

*if equipped

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INSTRUMENT PANELINSTRUMENT PANEL

Select/reset
knob

On/Off Indicators

These indicators remind you when an item is on or off.

VSA off

VSA engaged (blinking)

CRUISE MAIN on

CRUISE CONTROL on

ACC* on

LKAS* on

CMBS* off

Turn signals/hazards on

Fog lights* on

High beams on

Exterior lights on

Auto High-Beam System* on

ECON mode on

Information Display*

Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information.

Press the select/reset knob to cycle through the displays shown below.

Instant fuel economy

Odometer

Trip meter A

Outside temperature

Engine oil life

Instant fuel economy

Average fuel economy B

Trip meter B

Outside temperature

Instant fuel economy

Range

Trip meter A

Outside temperature

Instant fuel economy

Average fuel economy A

Trip meter A

Outside temperature

*if equipped

*if equipped

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INSTRUMENT PANELINSTRUMENT PANEL

button:

Changes the display.

Multi-information display

SEL/RESET button:
Enters the selected item.

Multi-Information Display (MID)*

Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information.

Main Displays

Press either Info (p/q) button to cycle through the displays shown below.

Average/instant

fuel economy

Range

Elapsed time Average speed

Lower Displays

Press the SEL/RESET button to cycle through the displays shown below.

Odometer Trip A Trip B

Vehicle Settings

Use the MID to customize certain vehicle features when the vehicle is in Park (P)
or the parking brake is applied. You can also use the SETTINGS button* (see page

48).

An example of how to change the Trip A reset timing setting is below. Use the Info
(p/q) and SEL/RESET buttons to make and enter selections.

1. Scroll to the Vehicle Settings menu and select it.

2. Scroll to Meter Setup and select it.

3. Scroll to “Trip A” Reset Timing and select it.

Blank screen

Vehicle Settings

Engine oil life

4. Scroll through the options, and select the one
you want.

5. Scroll to Exit, and select it to exit the menus.

*if equipped

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*if equipped

VEHICLE CONTROLSVEHICLE CONTROLS

Door lock button

Trunk release button

VEHICLE CONTROLS

Learn about the various controls necessary for operating and driving the vehicle.

Using the Key or Remote Transmitter*

Lock or unlock the doors and trunk.

Unlock button: Press once
to unlock the driver’s door.
Press again to unlock all
doors.

Engine button*: Press and
hold to remotely start the
engine (see page 99).

Built-in key*: Slide the
release knob on the back
of the transmitter to pull
out the built-in key.

Lock button: Press to lock the
doors. Press again for audible
verification.

Trunk button: Press and hold
to unlock and open the trunk.

Panic button: Press to sound
the alarm for 30 seconds.
Press again to cancel.

Release knob

Built-in key

Smart Entry System*

When you carry the remote transmitter (for example, in a pocket or purse) and it
is outside the vehicle and within range (about 32 inches or 80 cm), you can lock or
unlock the doors and trunk without handling the transmitter.

Unlocking/Locking the Doors

To unlock: Grab the driver’s door handle when the

vehicle is off to unlock the driver’s door. Grab the
front passenger’s door handle to unlock all doors.

To lock: Press the door lock button on the front
door handle when the vehicle is off. If the remote
transmitter is inside the vehicle, the doors will not
lock.

Unlocking the Trunk

Press the trunk release button to unlock and open
the trunk.

NOTICE

Leaving the key or remote transmitter in the vehicle can result in theft or
accidental movement of the vehicle. Always take it with you whenever you leave
the vehicle unattended.

*if equipped

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*if equipped

VEHICLE CONTROLSVEHICLE CONTROLS

On

Off
Power window
lock button

Driver’s
window
switch

Front passenger’s
window switch

To unlock

Lock tab

To lock

Inner handle

To unlock

Master door
lock switch

To lock

Unlock

Lock

Trunk
release

Door Operation

Use several methods to lock or unlock the doors.

Using the Lock Tab

To unlock: Pull the lock tab rearward. When you

unlock the door using the lock tab on the driver’s
door, only the driver’s door unlocks.

To lock: Push the lock tab forward. When you lock
the door using the lock tab on the driver’s door, all
the other doors lock at the same time.

Using the Front Door Inner Handle

When you pull either front door inner handle, the
door unlocks and opens. On vehicles with smart
entry, pulling the driver’s door inner handle unlocks
all other doors.

Using the Master Door Lock Switch

To unlock: Press the unlock side of the switch to

unlock all doors.

To lock: Press the lock side of the switch to lock all
doors.

Childproof Door Locks

The childproof door locks prevent the rear doors
from being opened from the inside regardless of the
position of the lock tab.

Slide the lever in the rear door to the lock position,
and close the door.

Open the door using the outer door handle.

Power Window Operation

The power windows can be opened and closed when the vehicle is on by using the
switches on the doors. The switches on the driver’s side can be used to open and
close all the windows.

Automatic Operation

To open: Push the switch down firmly.

To close: Pull the switch up firmly.

The window opens or closes completely. To stop the
window at any time, push or pull the switch again
briefly.

Manual Operation

To open: Push the switch down lightly.

To close: Pull the switch up lightly.

Release the switch when the window reaches the desired position.

Power Window Lock

Push in the power window lock button so only the driver’s window can be
operated.

WARNING

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.

Using the Trunk Opener

Pull the trunk release near the bottom of the driver’s
seat to unlock and open the trunk.

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VEHICLE CONTROLSVEHICLE CONTROLS

Control knob

Door-activated position

Off

Map lights

High beams

Flashing the high beams

Low beams

Fog
lights*

Open

Close

Tilt

Power Moonroof Operation*

The moonroof can be opened and closed when the vehicle is on by using the switch
on the ceiling.

Automatic Operation

To open: Push the switch back firmly to the second

detent, then release.

To close: Push the switch forward firmly to the
second detent, then release.

The moonroof opens or closes completely. To stop
the moonroof at any time, push the switch briefly.

Manual Operation

To open: Push and hold the switch back to the first detent until the desired position

is reached.

To close: Push and hold the switch forward to the first detent until the desired
position is reached.

Moonroof Tilt

To tilt: Push the center of the switch.

To close: Push the switch forward firmly, then release.

WARNING

Closing the moonroof on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury.

Make sure your passengers are away from the moonroof before closing it.

NOTICE

Opening the moonroof in below freezing temperatures or when it is covered with
snow or ice can damage the moonroof panel or motor.

Interior and Exterior Lights

Operate interior and exterior lights when the vehicle is on or off.

Brightness Control

Adjust instrument panel brightness when the
vehicle is on.

To brighten: Turn the knob to the right.

To dim: Turn the knob to the left.

A beep sounds when the brightness reaches its
minimum or maximum.

Interior Lights

Change the interior light settings using the switch
on the ceiling.

ON position (rear): Interior lights remain on.

Door-activated position: Interior lights come on

when any of the doors are opened, the driver’s door
is unlocked, or the vehicle is turned off.

OFF position: Interior lights remain off.

Map lights: Press the map lights to turn on or off.

Exterior Lights

Rotate the switches on the headlight lever to operate the exterior lights.

OFF: All exterior lights are off.

: Turn on exterior lights except headlights.

AUTO: Turn on the automatic lighting feature.
Headlights turn on or off depending on ambient
brightness when the vehicle is on. Headlights
automatically come on after the wipers are
engaged for a certain time.*

: Turn on all exterior lights including headlights.

: Turn fog lights* on or off.

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*if equipped

*if equipped

VEHICLE CONTROLSVEHICLE CONTROLS

Adjustment ring

INT
position

Lower speed

Higher speed

Headlight
switch

Auto High-Beam System*

Automatically changes the low beam headlights to high beam headlights when
necessary.

How It Works

When you are driving at night above 25 mph (40 km/h) and the headlight lever is
in the low beam position with the switch rotated to AUTO, the system changes
between low and high beams depending on the surrounding conditions.

Oncoming
vehicle

Vehicle ahead
of you

Your vehicle

Using the Auto High-Beam System

If you find the timing of beam changes inconvenient for driving, change the
headlight beams manually.

If the Can Not Operate:

message appears, park your vehicle in a safe place.
Wipe away debris blocking the windshield, then start driving again. If the message
remains on even after driving for a while with the clean windshield, have your
vehicle checked by a dealer.

For the auto high-beam system to work properly:

• Do not place an object that reflects light on the dashboard.

• Keep the windshield around the camera clean.

• When cleaning the windshield, be careful not to apply the windshield cleanser
to the camera lens.

• Do not attach an object, sticker or film in the area around the camera.

• Do not touch the camera lens.

• If the camera receives a strong impact, or repairing of the area near the camera

If a vehicle is detected ahead of you, the headlights stay in low beams. If the

is required, consult a dealer.

system does not detect any vehicles ahead of you, the headlights change to high
beams.

Certain conditions, such as weather and brightness of other vehicles’ lights, can
affect system operation.

Turning the System On or Off

Make sure the headlight lever is in the low beam
position with the switch rotated to the AUTO
position. The auto high-beam system indicator
comes on.

The system is canceled temporarily when you drive at speeds below 15 mph (24
km/h), the vehicle speed is below 6 mph (10 km/h), or the windshield wipers run at
high speed for more than a few seconds.

Wiper Operation

The windshield wipers and washers can be used when the vehicle is on.

Move the wiper lever up or down to the desired position.

MIST

OFF

INT* / AUTO*

LO: Low speed wipe

HI: High speed wipe

Headlight-Wiper Integration*

When the headlights are in the AUTO position, they automatically turn on when

Pull toward
you to use
washer.

the front wipers operate several times within a certain interval. The headlights

To disable the system: When the vehicle is on and parked, pull the headlight lever
towards you and hold it for 40 seconds. The auto high-beam indicator blinks twice.

To re-enable the system: Pull the headlight lever towards you and hold it for 30
seconds. The auto high-beam indicator blinks once.

To temporarily cancel operation, do either of the following:

• Flash the high beams by moving the lever toward you. Flash the high beams
again to resume auto high beam operation.

• Engage high beams by moving the lever into the high beam position. Return the
lever to the low beam position to resume auto high beam operation.

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*if equipped

turn off shortly after the wipers are turned off, or if there is enough ambient light.

Intermittent (INT) Wipers*

When you move the lever to the
INT position, the wipers operate
based on the delay adjustment.

Rotate the adjustment ring to
adjust the wiper delay.

*if equipped

VEHICLE CONTROLSVEHICLE CONTROLS

Horizontal position
adjustment

Height adjustment
(driver’s seat only)

Seat-back angle
adjustment

Lumbar support
adjustment
(driver’s seat only)

Adjustment ring

AUTO
position

Low sensitivity: Wipers
operate when more
rainfall is detected.

High sensitivity: Wipers
operate when less
rainfall is detected.

Right turn

Left turn

Automatic Intermittent Wipers*

When you move the lever to the AUTO position
while driving in rainy weather, the wipers operate
based on the amount of detected rainfall.

Put the lever in the AUTO position only when
driving in rainy weather.

Rotate the adjustment ring to adjust the rainfall
sensor sensitivity.

Return the lever to the OFF position when rain
stops.

NOTICE

To prevent severe damage to the windshield wiper system, ensure the wiper lever
is in the OFF position before entering a car wash or cleaning the windshield.

NOTICE

Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry. The windshield will get
scratched, or the rubber blades will get damaged.

In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the windshield, becoming stuck.
Operating the wipers in this condition may damage the wipers. Use the defroster
to warm the windshield, or manually clear the windshield of ice and snow before
turning on the wipers.

Adjusting the Seats

Make seat adjustments before driving to ensure the best comfort and safety.

Adjusting the Front Seats

Adjust the driver’s seat as far back as possible while
allowing you to maintain full control of the vehicle.
You should be able to sit upright and well back in the
seat, adequately press the pedals without leaning
forward, and grip the steering wheel comfortably.
The passenger’s seat should be adjusted so that it
is as far back from the front airbag in the dashboard
as possible.

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.

Power Seats*

Move back and allow

sufficient space.

One-Touch Turn Signal

Use this quick and convenient method to signal a lane change.

WARNING

Lightly push the turn signal lever up or down for a
three-blink sequence.

For a continuous signal, push the lever up or down
until it locks into place.

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.

WARNING

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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 while maintaining
control of the vehicle.

*if equipped

VEHICLE CONTROLSVEHICLE CONTROLS

Horizontal position
adjustment

Pull up on the bar to move the
seat, then release the bar.

Height adjustment

(driver side only)
Pull up or push down the lever
to raise or lower the seat.

Seat-back angle
adjustment

Pull up the lever to
change the angle.

Lock

Unlock

Manual Seats*

WARNING

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.

Floor Mats

Position the front- and rear-seat floor mats properly,
and anchor them. If they are not properly positioned,
the floor mats can interfere with the front seat
functions.

Do not put additional floor mats on top of the
anchored mats.

Adjusting the Head Restraints

Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions. Head
restraints are most effective for protection against whiplash and other rear-impact
crash injuries.

The center of the back of the occupant’s head
should rest against the center of the restraint. The
tops of the occupant’s ears should be level with the
center height of the restraint.

To raise the head restraint: Pull it upward.

To lower the head restraint: Push it down while

pressing the release button.

To remove the head restraint: Pull the restraint up
as far as it will go. Then push the release button,
and pull the restraint up and out.

To reinstall a head restraint: Insert the legs back
in place, then adjust the head restraint to an
appropriate height while pressing the release
button. Pull up on the restraint to make sure it is
locked in position.

For a head restraint system to work properly:

• Do not hang any items on the head restraints, or from the restraint legs.

• Do not place any object between an occupant and the seat-back.

• Install each restraint in its proper location.

WARNING

Improperly positioning head restraints reduces their effectiveness and
increases the likelihood of serious injury in a crash.

Make sure head restraints are in place and positioned properly before driving.

WARNING

Failure to reinstall, or correctly reinstall, the head restraints can result in
severe injury during a crash.

Always replace the head restraints before driving.

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VEHICLE CONTROLSVEHICLE CONTROLS

To adjust

To lock

Lever

Memory
button 1

Memory
button 2

SET button

Guide

Center
shoulder belt

Release
lever

Release
lever

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Folding Down the Rear Seats

The rear seat-back(s*) can be folded down to make room for large items in the
trunk.

1. Remove the center shoulder belt from the guide.

2. Pull the release lever in the trunk to release the
lock.

3. Fold down the seat-back. Remove the rear head
restraints if necessary (see page 41).

Push the seat-back up firmly until it locks into
place to return it to its original position.

Make sure all items in the trunk or items extending through the opening into
the rear seats are properly secured. Loose items can fly forward if you have to
brake hard.

Adjusting the Steering Wheel

The steering wheel height and distance from your body can be adjusted so that you
can comfortably grip the steering wheel in an appropriate driving posture.

1. Pull up the steering wheel adjustment lever.

2. Move the steering wheel up or down, and in
or out.

3. Push down the steering wheel adjustment
lever to lock the steering wheel in position.

WARNING

Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose
control of the vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash.

Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped.

Driving Position Memory System*

You can store two driver’s seat positions into memory when the vehicle is on using
the buttons on the driver’s door.

1. Adjust the seat to your preferred position.

2. Press SET.

3. Press and hold memory button 1 or 2. You will hear
two beeps when the memory is set.

4. Press one of the memory buttons to recall
previously stored positions.

Lumbar positions cannot be stored.

When you unlock and open the driver’s door with a remote transmitter, the seat
adjusts automatically to one of the two preset positions.

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*if equipped

*if equipped