Honda Civic Sedan 2016 Owner’s Manual

2016 SEDAN
OWNER’S MANUAL
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.
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.

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 judgment.
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.
3 and

Contents

This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of 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. 31
For Safe Driving P. 32 Seat Belts P. 36 Airbags P. 44
2 Instrument Panel P. 73
Indicators P. 74 Gauges and Displays P. 103
2 Controls P. 121
Clock P. 122 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 124 Opening and Closing the Moonroof Adjusting the Seats P. 167 Climate Control System
*
P. 190
*
P. 150
2 Features P. 197
Audio System P. 198 Audio System Basic Operation P. 205, 223 Customized Features P. 302 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
*
P. 333, 356
2 Driving P. 389
Before Driving P. 390 Towing a Trailer P. 395 Multi-View Rear Camera P. 468 Refueling P. 470
2 Maintenance P. 475
Before Performing Maintenance P. 476 Maintenance MinderTM P. 479 Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 513 Heating System
*
/Climate Control System* Maintenance P. 529
2 Handling the Unexpected P. 535
Tools P. 536 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 537 Overheating P. 550 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 552 When You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 564 Refueling P. 565
2 Information P. 567
Specifications P. 568 Identification Numbers P. 572 Emissions Testing P. 575 Warranty Coverages P. 577
Contents
Child Safety P. 58 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 70 Safety Labels P. 71
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 141 Security System P. 144 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 147 Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 151 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 165 Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 175 Heating System
Audio Error Messages P. 293 General Information on the Audio System P. 296
When Driving P. 396 Braking P. 451 Parking Your Vehicle P. 467 Fuel Economy P. 473 Accessories and Modifications P. 474
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 489 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 504 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 516 Battery P. 525 Remote Transmitter Care P. 527 Cleaning P. 530
Engine Does Not Start P. 543 Jump Starting P. 546 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 549 Fuses P. 558 Emergency Towing P. 562 When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 563
*
P. 187
Quick Reference Guide
Safe Driving
Instrument Panel
Controls
Features
Driving
Maintenance
Handling the Unexpected
Information
P. 4
P. 31
P. 73
P. 121
P. 197
P. 389
P. 475
P. 535
P. 567
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 573 Reporting Safety Defects P. 574 Authorized Manuals P. 579 Customer Service Information P. 580
Index
P. 581

Quick Reference Guide

Quick Reference Guide
Ignition Switch
*
(P151)
ENGINE START/STOP Button
*1
(P152)
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) Button
*
(P446)
Information Display
*
(P104)
System Indicators (P74)Gauges (P103)
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBS
TM
) OFF Button* (P459)
(Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)
System OFF) Button
(P442)
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)
Button
*
(P430)
Navigation System
*
() See Navigation System Manual
Audio System (P205, 223)
Hazard Warning Button
Rear Window Defogger (P163)Heated Door Mirror Button
*
(P163)
Heating System
*
(P187)
Climate Control System
*
(P190)
Front Seat Heater Buttons
*
(P185)
Steering Wheel Adjustments (P164)
Driver Information Interface
*
(P107)

Visual Index

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Headlights/Turn Signals (P156)
Km/Mile Change Knob
*
(P103)
(TRIP) Knob (P104, 108)
SOURCE Button
*
(P111)
Brightness Control (P162)
LaneWatch
TM*
(P444)
Fog Lights
*
(P159)
Wipers/Washers (P160)
Cruise Control Buttons
*
(P411)
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow (LSF) Buttons
*
(P416)
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Button
*
(P434)
(Display/Information) Button
*
(P107)
Navigation System Voice Control Buttons
*
(P248) () See the Navigation System Manual
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® System
Voice Control Buttons
*
(P333, 356)
ENTER Button
*
(P111)
❙ (+ / (- / / Buttons
*
(P111)
/ / / Buttons
*
(P111)
3
4
Distance Button
*
(P424)
Horn (Press an area around .)
* Not available on all models
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Visual Index
Quick Reference Guide
Door Mirror Controls (P166)
Passenger’s Front Airbag
(P47)
Glove Box (P177)
Rearview Mirror (P165)
Accessory Power Socket
(P181)
Hood Release Handle (P491)Trunk Release (P141)
Power Door Lock Master Switch (P136)
Power Window Switches (P147)
Interior Fuse Box (P559)Driver’s Front Airbag (P47)
USB Port (P199)
Shift Lever
Continuously Variable Transmission
(P405)
Manual Transmission (P407)
ECON Button (P410)
Electric Parking Brake Switch (P451)Automatic Brake Hold Button (P454)
USB Port
*
(P199)
Wireless Charger
*
(P182)
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Quick Reference Guide
Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat (P66)
Seat Belt (Installing a Child Seat) (P65)
Moonroof Switch
*
(P150)
Front Seat (P167)
Seat Belts (P36)
Side Airbags (P51)
Rear Seat (P173)LATCH to Secure a Child Seat (P63)
Ceiling Light (P175)
Side Curtain Airbags (P53)Coat Hook (P184)Grab Handle
Coat Hook (P184)
Sun Visors
Vanity Mirrors
Map Lights (P176)
* Not available on all models
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Visual Index
Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance Under the Hood (P489)Windshield Wipers (P160, 513)
Tires (P516, 537)Fog Lights
*
(P159, 506)
Power Door Mirrors (P166)
How to Refuel (P471)High-Mount Brake Light (P512)
Emergency Trunk Release Lever (P143)
Opening/Closing the Trunk (P141)
Multi-View Rear Camera (P468)
Door Lock/Unlock Control (P127)
Side Turn Signal Lights
*
(P156, 510)
Headlights (P156, 504)Front Turn Signal Lights (P156, 508)Parking/Daytime Running Lights (P156, 510)
Front Side Marker Lights (P509)
Taillights (P512)
Back-Up Lights (P512)
Brake Lights (P511)Rear Turn Signal Lights (P511)
Tail/Rear Side Marker Lights (P511)
Trunk Release Button
*
(P141)
License Plate Light (P512)
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Eco Assist System (P 410)

Ambient Meter
Changes color to reflect your driving style. Green: Fuel efficient driving White green: Moderate acceleration/ deceleration White: Aggressive acceleration/ deceleration
The ambient meter color changes in accordance with your brake or accelerator pedal operation.
ECON Button (P 410)
Helps maximize fuel economy.
ECON Mode Indicator (P 84)
Comes on when the ECON button is pressed.
Models with driver information interface
The message is displayed for a few seconds when the ECON button is pressed.
* Not available on all models
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Safe Driving (P 31)

Airbags (P 44)
Your vehicle is fitted with airbags to help protect you and your passengers during a moderate-to-severe collision.
Child Safety (P 58)
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 70)
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 35)
Before driving, check that the front seats, head restraints, steering wheel, and mirrors have been properly adjusted.
Seat Belts (P 36)
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 73)

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/ TPMS Indicator
*
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator
Lights Indicators
Lights On Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder Indicator
System Indicators
CRUISE CONTROL
Indicator
*
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red)
Supplemental Restraint System Indicator
Door and Trunk Open Indicator
CRUISE MAIN Indicator
*
Tachometer
Speedometer Fuel Gauge
Immobilizer System Indicator/ Security System Alarm Indicator
Shift Lever Position Indicator
*
Low Fuel Indicator
Gauges (P 103)/Information Display* (P 104)/ Driver Information Interface
*
(P 107)/System Indicators (P 74)
ECON Mode Indicator
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators
Maintenance Minder Indicator
Washer Level Indicator
*
Models with information display
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Amber)
System Indicators
U.S.
Canada
U.S.
Canada
Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator
Automatic Brake Hold Indicator
U.S.
Canada
Temperature Gauge
Brake Depressing Indicator
Continuously variable transmission models
Brake Depressing Indicator
Manual transmission models
* Not available on all models
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Quick Reference Guide
200
323.
4
1234
Menu
40 80
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/ TPMS Indicator
*
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder Indicator
System Indicators
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red)
Supplemental Restraint System Indicator
Tachometer
Speedometer Fuel Gauge
Immobilizer System Indicator/Security System Alarm Indicator
Shift Lever Position Indicator
*
Low Fuel Indicator
ECON Mode Indicator
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators
Models with driver information interface
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Amber)
System Indicators
U.S.
Canada
U.S.
Canada
Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator
Automatic Brake Hold Indicator
U.S.
Canada
Temperature Gauge
Lights Indicators
Lights On Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Fog Light Indicator
*
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) Indicator (Amber/Green)
*
System Message Indicator
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBS
TM
) Indicator
*
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) Indicator
*
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Indicator (Amber/ Green)
*
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Quick Reference Guide

Controls (P 121)

Models with color audio system
Models with Display Audio
3
4
* Not available on all models
Clock (P 122)
a Press and hold the MENU/CLOCK
button.
b Rotate to change hour, then press
.
c Rotate to change minute, then
press .
d Select SET, then press .
These indications are used to show how to operate the LIST/SELECT (List/Selector) knob.
Rotate to select.
Press to enter.
The audio system receives signals from GPS satellites, updating the clock automatically.
a Select the (HOME) icon, then select
Settings.
b Select Clock, then Clock Adjustment. c Touch the respective / icon to
adjust the hours or minutes up or down.
d Select OK.
ENGINE START/STOP Button
Press the button to change the vehicle’s power mode.
*
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Quick Reference Guide
Turn Signals (P 156)
Turn Signal Control Lever
Right
Left
Light Control Switches
Low Beam
High Beam
Flashing
Wiper/Washer Control Lever
Adjustment Ring
*
(-: Low sensitivity
*1
(-: Lower speed, fewer sweeps
*2
(+: High sensitivity
*1
(+: Higher speed, moer sweeps
*2
MIST OFF AUTO
*1
: Wiper speed varies automatically
INT
*2
: Low speed with intermittent
LO: Low speed wipe HI: High speed wipe
Pull toward you to spray washer fluid.
Lights (P 156)
Wipers and Washers
(P 160)
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*1:Models with automatic intermittent
wipers
*2:Models without automatic intermittent
wipers
Quick Reference Guide
Trunk Release Button
Selector Switch
Adjustment Switch
Power Window Lock Button
Window Switch
Indicator
* Not available on all models
Steering Wheel (P 164)
To adjust, pull the adjustment lever towards you, adjust to the desired position, then lock the lever back in place.
Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside
(P 134)
Pull either front door inner handle to unlock and open it at the same time.
Trunk (P 141)
To unlock and open the trunk:
Press the trunk release button on the driver’s door.
Press the trunk release button on the remote transmitter or the smart entry remote.
Press the trunk release button* on the trunk lid.
Power Door Mirrors
(P 166)
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 (P 147)
*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
*1:Models with the smart entry system have
an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
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Heating System* (P 187)
Canadian models with color audio system
Fan Control Dial
(Windshield Defroster) Button
Temperature Control Dial
Air flows from floor and windshield defroster vents.
Air flows from floor vents.
Air flows from floor and dashboard vents.
Air flows from dashboard vents.
(Recirculation) Button
(MODE Control) Button
(Fresh Air) Button
(ON/OFF) Button
AUTO Button
Press the AUTO button to activate the heating system.
Press the button to turn the system on or off.
Press the button to defrost the windshield.
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Quick Reference Guide
U.S. models with color audio system
Fan Control Dial
(Windshield Defroster) Button
Temperature Control Dial
Air flows from floor and windshield defroster vents.
Air flows from floor vents.
Air flows from floor and dashboard vents.
Air flows from dashboard vents.
(Recirculation) Button
(MODE Control) Button
(ON/OFF) Button
AUTO Button
A/C (Air Conditioning) Button
* Not available on all models
Climate Control System* (P190)
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.
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Quick Reference Guide
Models with Display Audio
Models without SYNC button
Fan Control Dial
(Windshield Defroster) Button
Temperature Control Dial
Air flows from floor and windshield defroster vents.
Air flows from floor vents.
Air flows from floor and dashboard vents.
Air flows from dashboard vents.
(Recirculation) Button
(CLIMATE) Button
(Fresh Air) Button
(ON/OFF) Button
AUTO Button
Audio/Information Touch Screen
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Quick Reference Guide
Models with Display Audio
Models with SYNC button
Passenger side Temperature Control Dial
(Windshield Defroster) Button
Driver side Temperature Control Dial
(Recirculation) Button
(CLIMATE) Button
(ON/OFF) Button
AUTO Button
Audio/Information Touch Screen
SYNC (Synchronized) Button
Air flows from floor and windshield defroster vents.
Air flows from floor vents.
Air flows from floor and dashboard vents.
Air flows from dashboard vents.
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Quick Reference Guide

Features (P 197)

Models with information display
SOURCE Button
(+ / (- / / Button
Models with driver information interface
ENTER Button
/ / / Button
3
4
(+ / (- Bar
343
4
343
4
3
4
Audio Remote Controls
(P 201)
(+ / (- Button
Press to adjust the volume up/down.
SOURCE Button Press to change the audio mode: FM/AM/ USB/iPod/Bluetooth® Audio.
/ Button Radio:Press to change the preset station.
Press and hold to select the next or previous strong station.
USB device:
Press 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.
(+ / (- Bar
Press to adjust the volume up/down. Sliding up or down also increases or decreases the volume. Swipe down quickly to mute the volume and swipe up to cancel the mute.
/ Button Press or to cycle through the audio mode as follows: FM AM SiriusXM® Bluetooth® Audio Pandora® Audio Apps
*
*
USB iPod
*
Apps
When listening to the radio and SiriusXM®
*
a Press ENTER to switch the display to a
preset list you stored in the preset buttons.
b Press or to select a preset, then
press ENTER.
When listening to a USB flash drive
a Press ENTER to display the folder list. b Press or to select a folder. c Press ENTER to display a list of tracks in
that folder.
d Press or to select a track, then
press ENTER. You can also swipe up or down to scroll through the list of tracks alphabetically.
*
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3
4
3
4
34343
4
* Not available on all models
When listening to an iPod
a Press ENTER to display the iPod music
list.
b Press or to select a category. c Press ENTER to display a list of items in
the category.
d Press or to select an item, then
press ENTER.
u Press ENTER and press or
repeatedly until a desired item you want to listen is displayed.
You can also swipe up or down to scroll through the list of tracks alphabetically.
/ Button Radio:Press to change the preset station.
Press and hold to select the next or previous strong station.
USB device:
Press 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.
Button:
Press to change contents: Trip Computer/Turbo Booster Meter Compass/Engine Oil Life/ Customize Units/Warning Messages.
*
/Audio*/Phone*/Change
*
/
When listening to Internet Radio
*
a Press ENTER to display the station list. b Press or to select an item, then
press ENTER.
When listening to Bluetooth® Audio
a Press ENTER to display the track list. b Press or to select a track, then
press ENTER.
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Audio system (P 198)
(P 205)
Models with color audio system
(Seek/Skip) Button
RADIO Button
Driver Information Interface
*
Button
AUX Button
Preset Buttons (1-6)
(Seek/Skip) Button
VOL/ (Volume/Power) Knob
Audio/Information Screen
(Back) Button
(Sound) Button
MENU/CLOCK Button
LIST/SELECT (List/Selector) Knob
(Phone) Button
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Quick Reference Guide
(P 223)
For navigation system operation () See the Navigation System Manual
Models with Display Audio
(MENU) Icon
VOL (Volume) Icons
(HOME) Icon
(BACK) Icon
Audio/Information Touch Screen
(Audio) Icon
Driver Information Interface
(Instrument Panel) Icon
(Day/Night) Button
*
*
* Not available on all models
Menu
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Quick Reference Guide

Driving (P 389)

Release Button
Shift Lever
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.
Manual Transmission* (P 407) Continuously Variable Transmission* (P 405)
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.
Drive (S)
Better acceleration.
Increased engine braking.
Going up or down hills.
Low
Further increased engine braking.
Going up or down hills.
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Quick Reference Guide
VSA® OFF Button (P 442)
U.S. models
a Press on the edge of
the fuel fill door to make it pop up slightly.
b After refueling, wait
for about five seconds before removing the filler nozzle.
Wait for five seconds
* Not available on all models
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 partially disable or fully restore VSA® function, press and hold the button until you hear a beep.
Cruise Control* (P 411)
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 the –/SET button once you have achieved the desired speed (above 25 mph or 40 km/h).
Collision Mitigation Braking System OFF Button
When a possible collision is likely unavoidable, the CMBSTM can help you to reduce the vehicle speed and the severity of the collision.
To turn the CMBSTM on or off, press and hold the button until you hear a beep.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Detects a change in tire conditions and overall dimensions due to decrease in tire pressures.
The TPMS is turned on automatically every time you start the engine.
A calibration procedure must be performed when certain conditions arise.
TM
(CMBSTM)
*
(P 459)
(P 446)
Refueling (P 470)
Fuel recommendation: Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number 87 or
higher required
Fuel tank capacity: 12.39 US gal (46.9 L)
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Maintenance (P 475)

Under the Hood (P 489)
Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer fluid. Add when necessary.
Check brake fluid.
Check the battery condition monthly.
a Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
b Locate the hood latch lever, push the lever in the center to
the right, and lift up the hood.
c When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P 504)
Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P 513)
Replace blades if they leave streaks across the windshield.
Tires (P 516)
Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
Check tire pressures regularly.
Install snow tires for winter driving.
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Handling the Unexpected (P 535)

Flat Tire (P 537)
Park in a safe location and replace the flat tire with the compact spare tire in the trunk.
Indicators Come On
(P 552)
Identify the indicator and consult the owner's manual.
Engine Won’t Start
(P 543)
If the battery is dead, jump start using a booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 558)
Check for a blown fuse if an electrical device does not operate.
Overheating (P 550)
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 562)
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
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What to Do If

Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
*1
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
The ignition switch does not turn from
(0 to (q.
Why?
The power mode does not change from VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) to ACCESSORY. Why?
The ignition switch does not turn from
(q to (0 and
I cannot remove the key. Why?
The power mode does not change from ACCESSORY to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK). Why?
Why does the brake pedal pulsate slightly when applying the brakes?
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 after pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button.
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.
*1:Except U.S. models with continuously variable transmission
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