HONDA Element 2010 Technology Reference Guide
Element
2010
Technology Reference Guide
Indicators/Info
Display/TPMS
Instrument Panel Indicators
Indicators briefly appear with each engine start. Red and amber indicators are most critical. Blue and
green indicators are used for general information.
Malfunction Indicators: If an indicator remains on, there may be a problem; see your dealer.
DRL
Charging system
Low brake fluid
Low oil pressure
SRS (supplemental restraint system)
ABS (anti-lock brake system)
2010 Element
DRL (daytime running lights)
Malfunction lamp (check engine light)
TPMS (tire pressure monitoring system)
VSA (vehicle stability assist)
PASSENGER
AIRBAG
OFF
2010 Element
Condition Indicators: Action needed by driver.
Door/Tailgate open:
Close door(s) / tailgate
Seat belt reminder:
Fasten seat belt(s)
PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF
(above audio panel)
SIDE AIRBAG OFF
Blinks: VSA activated
Solid: VSA off
Low fuel: Refill
Low tire pressure:
Add air
On/Off Indicators
CRUISE CONTROL on
CRUISE MAIN on
Headlights on
Maintenance minder:
Make appointment
Immobilizer
Flashes: improperly coded key;
use correct key
Turn signals/hazards on
High beams on
Information Display
Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information.
Information DisplaysAccessing the Information Display
When you start the engine, the information
display shows your last active selection from the
previous drive cycle.
Odometer, Outside
temperature*
Trip A, Outside
temperature*
To toggle between the different displays, press
and release the select/reset knob repeatedly.
2010 Element
Trip B, Outside
temperature*
Oil life, Outside
temperature*
* if equipped
2010 Element
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Monitors the vehicle’s tire pressures.
How It Works What to Do
Each tire valve stem contains a TPMS
sensor.
When the tire pressure drops
significantly below recommended levels,
the low tire pressure indicator comes on.
Indicators/Info
Display/TPMS
Visually inspect the tires and use a tire air pressure
gauge to check which tire(s) have low pressure.
P
E
S
C
N
T
I
and
Inflate the tire(s) to the recommended pressures
listed on the label on the driver’s doorjamb.
Loading...