HONDA Accord Crosstour 2013 User Manual
2013 Crosstour
Owner’s Manual
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Contents
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vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular model may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
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.
2 Safe Driving P. 27
For Safe Driving P. 28 Seat Belts P. 32 Airbags P. 39
2 Instrument Panel P. 69
Indicators P. 70 Gauges and Displays P. 83
2 Controls P. 87
Setting the Clock P. 88 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 91
Opening and Closing the Moonroof P. 113
Adjusting the Seats P. 133
Climate Control System
*
P. 157
2 Features P. 163
Audio System P. 164 Audio System Basic Operation P. 169, 182, 215
Customized Features
*
P. 281 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver* P. 318
2 Driving P. 409
Before Driving P. 410 Towing a Trailer P. 415
Parking Your Vehicle P. 453
Rearview Camera P. 454
Multi-View Rear Camera P. 455
2 Maintenance P. 461
Before Performing Maintenance P. 462 Maintenance Minder™ P. 465
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 493
Heating and Cooling System
*
/Climate Control System* Maintenance P. 509
2 Handling the Unexpected P. 515
Tools P. 516 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 517
Overheating P. 532 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 534
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 543
2 Information P. 545
Specifications P. 546 Identification Numbers P. 550
Emissions Testing P. 553 Warranty Coverages P. 555
Contents
Child Safety P. 54 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 66 Safety Labels P. 67
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 105 Security System P. 107 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 110
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 114 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 130
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 142 Heating and Cooling System
Audio Error Messages P. 268 General Information on the Audio System P. 276
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® P. 320, 332, 367 Compass
When Driving P. 420 Braking P. 449
Refueling P. 456 Fuel Economy P. 459 Accessories and Modifications P. 460
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 469 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 484
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 497 Battery P. 506 Remote Transmitter Care P. 507
Cleaning P. 510
Engine Does Not Start P. 525 Jump Starting P. 528 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 531
Fuses P. 538 Emergency Towing P. 542
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 544
*
P. 405, 407
*
P. 154
Quick Reference Guide
Safe Driving
Instrument Panel
Controls
Features
Driving
Maintenance
Handling the Unexpected
Information
Index
P. 2
P. 27
P. 69
P. 87
P. 163
P. 409
P. 461
P. 515
P. 545
P. 562
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 551 Reporting Safety Defects P. 552
Authorized Manuals P. 557 Customer Service Information P. 558
Quick Reference Guide
Quick Reference Guide
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
❙ System Indicators (P 70)
❙ Information Display
*
(P 84)
❙ Audio System (P 169, 182, 215)
❙ ENGINE START/STOP Button
*1
(P 115)
❙ Ignition Switch
*1
(P 114)
❙ (Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System OFF) Button (P 443)
❙ Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Button
*
(P 440)
❙ Audio/Information Screen (P 186, 218)
❙ Seat Heater Switches
*
(P 153)
❙ Steering Wheel Adjustments (P 129)
❙ Heating and Cooling System
*
(P 154)
❙ Gauges (P 83)
❙ Navigation System
*
() See Navigation System Manual
❙ Audio with Touch Screen
*
(P 183, 216)
❙ Hazard Warning Button
❙ Climate Control System
*
(P 157)
❙ Rear Window Defogger (P 126)
❙ Heated Mirror Button (P 126)
Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide
❙ Wipers/Washers (P 123)
❙ Navigation System Voice Control Buttons
*
(P224) See Navigation System Manual
❙ (+ / (- / / Buttons (P 168)
❙ SOURCE Button (P 168)
❙ (Display) Button
*
(P 186, 218)
❙ Headlights/Turn Signals (P 119)
❙ Fog Lights (P 122)
❙ Paddle Shifter (Shift down)
*
(P 431)
❙ Paddle Shifter (Shift up)
*
(P 431)
❙ Lane Watch
TM*
(P 444)
❙ Horn (Press an area around .)
❙ Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® System
Voice Control Buttons
(P 320, 332, 367)
❙ (Select/Reset) Knob (P 84)
❙ Brightness Control (P 125)
❙ Cruise Control Buttons (P 432)
* Not available on all models
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Visual Index
Quick Reference Guide
❙ Power Door Lock Master Switch (P 99)
❙ Power Window Switches (P 110)
❙ Rearview Mirror (P 130)
❙ Hood Release Handle (P 471)
❙ Shift Lever
Automatic Transmission
(P 425, 426, 428)
❙ Glove Box (P 144)
❙ Driver’s Front Airbag (P 42)
❙ Door Mirror Controls (P 131)
❙ Passenger’s Front Airbag
(P 42)
❙ Accessory Power Socket
(P 147)
❙ Interior Fuse Box
(Passenger’s side)
(P 539)
❙ Interior Fuse Box (Driver’s side) (P 539)
❙ Parking Brake (P 449)
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Quick Reference Guide
❙ Seat Belt (Installing a Child Seat) (P 61)
❙ Moonroof Switch (P113 )
❙ Map Lights (P 143)
❙ Front Seat (P 133)
❙ Seat Belts (P 32)
❙ Side Airbags (P 46)
❙ LATCH to Secure a Child Seat (P 59)
❙ Ceiling Light (P 142)
❙ Side Curtain Airbags (P 49)
❙ Grab Handle
❙ Cargo Area Light (P 143)
❙ Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat (P 62)
❙ Sunglasses Holder (P 152)
❙ Accessory Power Socket (P 147)
❙ USB Adapter Cable (P 165)
❙ Accessory Power Socket (P 147)
❙ Auxiliary Input Jack (P 165)
❙ Coat Hook (P 148)
❙ Center Pocket
*
(P 152)
❙ Rear Seat (P 139)
❙ Sun Visors
❙ Vanity Mirrors
❙ Accessory Power Socket (P 148)
* Not available on all models
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Visual Index
Quick Reference Guide
❙ Windshield Wipers (P 123, 493)
❙ Maintenance Under the Hood (P 469)
❙ Fog Lights (P 122, 486)
❙ Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights (P 119, 489)
❙ Side Marker Lights (P 119, 488)
❙ Tires (P 497, 517)
❙ How to Refuel (P 457)
❙ Opening/Closing the Tailgate (P 105)
❙ Rear Wiper (P 124, 495)
❙ Back-Up Lights (P 490)
❙ Brake/Taillights (P 490)
❙ Rear Turn Signal Lights (P 490)
❙ Rear Side Marker Lights (P 490)
❙ Multi-View Rear Camera (P 455)
❙ Rearview Camera (P 454)
❙ Rear License Plate Lights (P 492)
❙ Headlights (P 119, 484)
❙ Power Door Mirrors (P 131)
❙ Door Lock/Unlock Control (P 94)
❙ High-Mount Brake Light (P 492)
❙ Tailgate Release Button (P 106)
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Quick Reference Guide
Safe Driving (P 27)
Airbags (P 39)
● Your vehicle is fitted with airbags to help protect you and
your passengers during a moderate-to-severe collision.
Child Safety (P 54)
● All children 12 and younger should be seated in the rear seat.
● Smaller children should be properly restrained in a forward-facing child seat.
● Infants must be properly restrained in a rear-facing child seat.
Exhaust Gas Hazard (P 66)
● Your vehicle emits dangerous exhaust gases that contain carbon
monoxide. Do not run the engine in confined spaces where carbon
monoxide gas can accumulate.
Before Driving Checklist (P 31)
● Before driving, check that the front seats, head restraints,
steering wheel, and mirrors have been properly adjusted.
Seat Belts (P 32)
● Fasten your seat belt and sit upright well
back in the seat.
● Check that your passengers are wearing
their seat belts correctly.
Fasten your lap belt as
low as possible.
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Quick Reference Guide
Instrument Panel (P 69)
System Indicators
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
Anti-lock Brake
System (ABS)
Indicator
Vehicle Stability
Assist (VSA®) System
Indicator
VSA® OFF Indicator
Low Tire Pressure
Indicator
Lights Reminders
Lights On Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Fog Light Indicator
Immobilizer System
Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
System Indicators
CRUISE CONTROL
Indicator
Parking Brake and
Brake System
Indicator (Red)
Supplemental
Restraint System
Indicator
Side Airbag Off
Indicator
CRUISE MAIN
Indicator
Tachometer Speedometer
Fuel GaugeSecurity System Alarm
Indicator
Shift Lever Position Indicator
Low Fuel Indicator
Gauges (P 83)/Information Display (P 84)/System Indicators (P 70)
Economy Fuel
Indicator
*
TPMS Indicator
Maintenance Minder
Indicator
Washer Level
Indicator
*
Temperature Gauge
Electric Power
Steering (EPS) System
Indicator
*
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
System Indicators
Canada
U.S.
Canada
U.S.
Starter System
Indicator
*
Door and Tailgate
Open Indicator
Smart Entry System
Indicator
*
Canada
U.S.
Forward Collision
Warning (FCW) Indicator
*
Lane Departure Warning
(LDW) Indicator
*
M (Sequential shift mode) Indicator/
Shift Indicator
*
Daytime Running
Lights Indicator
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Quick Reference Guide
Controls (P 87)
Models without navigation system
Audio system with touch screen
Audio system without touch screen
Models with navigation system
* Not available on all models
Clock (P88 )
a Press the DISP button, then select Info
Settings.
b Select Clock Adjustment.
2 (P88)
c Rotate to change hour, then press
.
d Rotate to change minute, then
press .
a Press the CLOCK button until you hear
a beep. The displayed time begins
flashing.
b Press the (4 (Hour) or (5 (Minute)
button to set the time. Press the
(Reset) button to set the time to the
nearest hour.
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c Press the CLOCK button again to set
the time.
The navigation system receives signals from
GPS satellites, updating the clock
automatically.
These indicators are used to show how to
operate the selector knob or the MENU/SEL
(Menu/Selector) knob.
Rotate to select.
Press to enter.
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Quick Reference Guide
ENGINE START/STOP
Turn Signal Control Lever
Right
Left
Light Control Switches
Low Beam
High Beam
Flashing
Wiper/Washer Control Lever
Adjustment Ring
: Long Delay
: Short Delay
MIST
OFF
INT: Low speed with intermittent
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe
Pull toward
you to spray
washer fluid.
*
Button
(P115 )
Turn Signals (P119)
Lights (P119)
Wipers and Washers
(P123)
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Quick Reference Guide
Models with smart entry system
Selector Switch
Adjustment Switch
Power Window Lock Button
Window
Switch
Indicator
* Not available on all models
Steering Wheel (P129)
● To adjust, push the adjustment lever
down, adjust to the desired position, then
lock the lever back in place.
Power Door Mirrors
(P131)
● With the ignition switch in ON
the selector switch to L or R.
● Push the appropriate edge of the
adjustment switch to adjust the mirror.
(w
*1
, move
Power Windows (P110)
*1
(w
● With the ignition switch in ON
and close the power windows.
● If the power window lock button is in the
off position, each passenger’s window
can be opened and closed with its own
switch.
● If the power window lock button is in the
on position (indicator is on), each
passenger’s window switch is disabled.
, open
Tailgate (P105)
● With all the doors unlocked, push the
tailgate release button on the tailgate to
open it.
● Touch the tailgate release button to
unlock and open the tailgate.
*1:Models with the smart entry system have
an ENGINE START/STOP button
instead of an ignition switch.
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Quick Reference Guide
Heating and Cooling System* (P154)
Fan Control Dial
(Rear Window Defogger/
Heated Mirror) Button
(Windshield Defroster) Button
A/C (Air Conditioning) Button
Air flows from floor and
windshield defroster vents.
Air flows from floor vents.
Air flows from floor and
dashboard vents, and back of the
center console.
Air flows from dashboard vents,
and back of the center console.
Button
Button
Button
(Recirculation) Button
Temperature Control Dial
Button
Button
Mode Buttons
● Rotate the fan control dial to adjust the fan speed and airflow.
● Press the Mode buttons ( / / / ) to select the vents air flows from.
● Rotate the temperature control dial to adjust the temperature.
● Use the button for maximum cool setting.
● Rotate the fan control dial to OFF to turn the system off.
● Press the button to defrost the windshield.
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Quick Reference Guide
Models with audio touch screen
Driver’s Side Temperature
Control Switch
(Rear Window Defogger/Heated Mirror)
Button
(Windshield Defroster) Button
SYNC (Synchronized) Button
Air flows from floor and windshield
defroster vents.
Air flows from floor vents.
Air flows from floor and dashboard
vents, and back of the center console.
Air flows from dashboard vents and
back of the center console.
AUTO Button
(On/Off) Button
(Recirculation) Button
MODE Control Button
/ (Fan Control)
Buttons
A/C (Air Conditioning) Button
Passenger’s Side Temperature Control Switch
Models with navigation system
* Not available on all models
Climate Control System* (P157)
● Press the AUTO button to activate the climate control system.
● Press the button to turn the system on or off.
● Press the button to defrost the windshield.
The climate control system is voice operable. (P 226)
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Quick Reference Guide
● Press the AUTO button to activate the climate control system.
Models without audio touch screen
Driver’s Side Temperature
Control Switch
/ (Fan Control) Buttons
(Windshield Defroster) Button
A/C (Air Conditioning) Button
SYNC (Synchronized) Button
(Recirculation) Button
AUTO Button
Passenger’s Side Temperature
Control Switch
(Rear Window Defogger/
Heated Mirror) Button
MODE Control Button
(On/Off) Button
Air flows from floor and
dashboard vents, and back of the
center console.
Air flows from dashboard vents,
and back of the center console.
Air flows from floor and
windshield defroster vents.
Air flows from floor vents.
● Press the button to turn the system on or off.
● Press the button to defrost the windshield.
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Quick Reference Guide
Features (P 163)
(+ / (- / / Button
SOURCE
Button
(P169)
Audio system without touch screen
RETURN Button
FM Button
SCAN Button
Selector Knob
AM Button
VOL/PWR
(Volume/Power)
Knob
CD Button AUX Button
CD Slot
(CD Eject)
Button
Preset Buttons
(1-6)
TITLE Button
/ (Skip)
Bar
MENU Button
LOAD Button
FOLDER Bar
A.SEL (Auto Select)
Button
* Not available on all models
Audio System (P169, 182, 215)
Audio Remote Controls
(P 168)
(+ / (- Button
●
Press and release to adjust the volume up/
down.
● SOURCE Button
Press and release to change the audio
mode: FM/AM/CD/XM®
Bluetooth/Pandora®
● / Button
Radio:Press and release to change the
preset station.
Press and hold to select the next or
previous strong station.
*
CD/HDD
/USB device:
Press and release to skip to the
beginning of the next song or
return to the beginning of the
current song.
Press and hold to change a folder.
*
/HDD*/USB/iPod®/
*
TM*
/Aha
/AUX.
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Quick Reference Guide
CD Slot
(CD Eject) Button
BACK Button
MENU/SEL (Menu/Selector)
Knob
(Tune Down) Icon
*1
(Skip/Seek) Icon
*1
Models without navigation system
Audio/Information Screen
Touch Screen
Button
Source
*1
VOL/ (Volume/Power)
Knob
(Skip/Seek) Icon
*1
Presets
*1
Clock/Screen
*1
DISP Button
(Tune Up) Icon
*1
More
*1
(P 182)
Audio system with touch screen
*1: Icons that appear on the screen vary by the source selected.
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Quick Reference Guide
CD Slot
(CD Eject) Button
MENU Button
Interface Dial/ENTER Button
(Skip/Seek) Icon
*1
(P 215)
Models with navigation system
Audio/Information Screen
Touch Screen
Button
Source
*1
VOL (Volume) Knob
(Skip/Seek) Icon
*1
Presets
*1
(Tune Up) Icon
*1
More
*1
(Power) Button
(Tune Down) Icon
*1
INFO Button
AUDIO Button
SETTINGS Button
BACK Button
NAV Button
PHONE Button
*1: Icons that appear on the screen vary by the source selected.
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Quick Reference Guide
Driving (P409)
Release Button
Shift Lever
Automatic Transmission (P426, 428)
● Shift to
(P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine.
Shifting
Park
Turn off or start the engine.
Transmission is locked.
Reverse
Used when reversing.
Neutral
Transmission is not locked.
Drive
Normal driving.
On models with paddle shifter,
D-paddle shift mode can be used.
Drive (D3)
Used when:
•Going up or down hills
•Towing a trailer in hilly terrain
Second
Used to increase engine braking (the
transmission is locked in 2nd gear)
First
Used to further increase engine braking
(the transmission is locked in 1st gear)
Models with
paddle shifter
Models without
paddle shifter
S Position
Sequential shift mode can be used.
Models with paddle shifter
Models without paddle shifter
Paddle Shifters (P431)
● Paddle shifters allow you to shift gears much like a
manual transmission (1st through 6th). This is useful for
engine braking.
● D-paddle shift mode: The transmission will shift back to
automatic mode once the system detects that the vehicle
is cruising.
● Sequential shift mode: Holds the selected gear, and the M
indicator comes on.
● The selected gear position is shown in the instrument
panel.
Shift Down
(-
Paddle Shifter
Shift Up (+
Paddle Shifter
Selected Gear
Number
M Indicator
Shift Lever
Position Indicator
Depress the brake pedal and
press the release button to
move out of
(P.
Move the shift lever without
pressing the release button.
Press the release button to move
the shift lever.
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Quick Reference Guide
a Unlock the driver’s door.
b Press on the edge of the
fuel fill door to make it
pop up slightly.
c Turn the fuel fill cap
slowly to remove the
cap.
d Place the cap in the
holder on the fuel fill
door.
e After refueling, screw
the cap back on until it
clicks at least once.
VSA® OFF Button (P 443)
● The vehicle stability assist (VSA®) system
helps stabilize the vehicle during
cornering, and helps maintain traction
while accelerating on loose or slippery
road surfaces.
● VSA® comes on automatically every time
you start the engine.
● To turn VSA® on or off, press and hold
the button until you hear a beep.
Refueling (P 456)
Fuel recommendation: Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number 87 or
higher required
Fuel tank capacity: 18.5 US gal (70 L)
Cruise Control (P 432)
● Cruise control allows you to maintain a
set speed without keeping your foot on
the accelerator pedal.
● To use cruise control, press the CRUISE
button, then press –/SET once you have
received the desired speed (above 25 mph
or 40 km/h).
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
● TPMS monitors tire pressure.
● TPMS is turned on automatically every
time you start the engine.
(P 446)
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Maintenance (P 461)
Under the Hood (P 469)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid.
● Check the battery regularly.
a Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
b Locate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up
the hood.
c When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P 484)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P 493)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P 497)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.
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Handling the Unexpected (P 515)
Flat Tire (P 517)
● Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
cargo area.
Indicators Come On
(P 534)
● Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Engine Won’t Start
(P 525)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 538)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 532)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing
(P 542)
● Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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Quick Reference Guide
What to Do If
The ignition switch does
not turn from
(0 to (q
*1
.
Why?
The ignition switch does
not turn from
(q to (0
*1
and I cannot remove the
key. Why?
Why does the brake pedal
pulsate slightly when
applying the brakes?
The rear door cannot be
opened from inside the
vehicle. Why?
●
The steering wheel may be locked.
●
Try to turn the steering wheel left and right
while turning the ignition key
●
Move the steering wheel left and right while
pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button
*
.
*
at
the same time.
The shift lever should be moved to (P.
This can occur when the ABS activates, and does not indicate a
problem. Apply firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. Never
pump the brake pedal.
Check if the childproof lock is in the
lock position. If so, open the rear
door with the outside door handle.
To cancel this function, push the
lever to the unlock position.
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
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* Not available on all models
Why do the doors lock
after I unlocked the doors
using a remote
transmitter?
If you do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors are
relocked automatically for security.
Why does the beeper
sound when I open the
driver’s door?
Why does the beeper
sound when I start driving?
Why do I hear a screeching
sound when I apply the
brake pedal?
The beeper sounds when:
●
The key is left in the ignition switch*.
●
The power mode* is in ACCESSORY.
●
The exterior lights are left on.
The beeper sounds when:
●
Driver and/or front passenger are not wearing their seat belts.
●
The parking brake lever is not fully released.
The brake pads may need to be replaced. Have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
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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.
NOTICE
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.
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.
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.
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The data belongs 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.
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/
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.
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A Few Words About Safety
3DANGER
3WARNING
3CAUTION
You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms,
including:
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.
● Safety Labels - on the vehicle.
● Safety Messages - preceded by a safety alert symbol
one of three signal words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
These signal words mean:
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if
you don’t follow instructions.
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if
you don’t follow instructions.
You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow
instructions.
● Safety Headings - such as Important Safety Precautions.
● Safety Section - such as Safe Driving.
● Instructions - how to use this vehicle correctly and safely.
This entire book is filled with important safety information - please
read it carefully.
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Safe Driving
You can find many safety recommendations throughout this chapter, and throughout this manual.
For Safe Driving
Important Safety Precautions ............. 28
Your Vehicle’s Safety Features............ 30
Seat Belts
About Your Seat Belts........................ 32
Fastening a Seat Belt.......................... 35
Seat Belt Inspection............................ 38
Airbags
Airbag System Components............... 39
Types of Airbags ................................ 42
Front Airbags (SRS) ............................ 42
Side Airbags....................................... 46
Side Curtain Airbags .......................... 49
Airbag System Indicators.................... 50
Airbag Care ....................................... 53
Child Safety
Protecting Child Passengers ............... 54
Safety of Infants and Small Children.......56
Safety of Larger Children ................... 64
Exhaust Gas Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Gas....................... 66
Safety Labels
Label Locations .................................. 67
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Safe Driving
For Safe Driving
1Important Safety Precautions
Some states, provinces and territories prohibit the use
of cell phones other than hands-free devices by the
driver while driving.
The following pages explain your vehicle’s safety features and how to use them
properly. The safety precautions below are ones that we consider to be among the
most important.
Important Safety Precautions
■ Always wear your seat belt
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.
■ Restrain all children
Children age 12 and under should ride properly restrained in a back seat, not the
front seat. Infants and small children should be restrained in a child seat. Larger
children should use a booster seat and a lap/shoulder seat belt until they can use the
belt properly without a booster seat.
■ Be aware of airbag hazards
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.
■ Don’t drink and drive
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.
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