Honda Odyssey 2012 Owner's Manual

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2012 Odyssey

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.

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Chapter Table of Contents

Index

Book Table of Contents

2 Safe Driving P. 25

For Safe Driving P. 26 Seat Belts P. 30 Airbags P. 39

2 Instrument Panel P. 71

Indicators P. 72 Gauges and Displays P. 86

2 Controls P. 107

Setting the Clock P. 108 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 110 Security System P. 134 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 137 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 152 Heating and Cooling

P. 183

2 Features P. 193

Audio System P. 194 Audio System Basic Operation P. 197 Rear Entertainment System

P. 241 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver* P. 257

2 Driving P. 285

Before Driving P. 286 Towing a Trailer P. 291 Rearview Camera

P. 323 Refueling P. 325

2 Maintenance P. 331

Before Performing Maintenance P. 332 Maintenance Minder™ P. 335 Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 366 Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care

P. 382

2 Handling the Unexpected P. 389

Tools P. 390 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 391 Overheating P. 404 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 406 When You Cannot Open or Close the Tailgate P. 418

2 Information P. 419

Specifications P. 420 Identification Numbers P. 422 Warranty Coverages P. 427 Authorized Manuals P. 429

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Child Safety P. 54 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 68 Safety Labels P. 69

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Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 120 Opening and Closing the Sliding Doors P. 126 Opening and Closing the Moonroof Adjusting the Seats P. 154 Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 169 Climate Control System

Audio Error Messages P. 235 General Information on the Audio System P. 237

Bluetooth

When Driving P. 297 Braking P. 314 Parking Your Vehicle P. 318 Fuel Economy P. 328 Accessories and Modifications P. 329

Maintenance Under the Hood P. 343 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 355 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 370 Battery P. 379 Remote Transmitter Care P. 380 Heating and Cooling System

Engine Does Not Start P. 400 Jump Starting P. 401 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 403 Fuses P. 411 Emergency Towing P. 417

HandsFreeLink®* P. 259 Compass* P. 282

P. 187

P. 140 Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 141

/Climate Control System* Maintenance P. 384 Cleaning P. 385

Safe Driving

Instrument Panel

Controls

Features

Driving

Maintenance

Handling the Unexpected

Information

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P. 25

P. 71

P. 107

P. 193

P. 285

P. 331

P. 389

P. 419

P. 433

Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 423 Reporting Safety Defects P. 424 Emissions Testing P. 425 Customer Service Information P. 430 Gracenote

End User License Agreement P. 431

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Quick Reference Guide

❙ (Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA

) System OFF) Button (P306)

❙ (Blind Spot Information (BSI) System) OFF Button

(P312)

❙ Power Sliding Door Switch

(P128)

❙ Power Tailgate Switch

(P122)

❙

Parking Sensor System Switch*

(P319)

❙ System Indicators (P72) ❙ Gauges (P86) ❙ Information Display

(P87)

❙ Multi-Information Display

(P98)

❙ Rear Window Defogger (P148) ❙ Heated Mirror Button

(P148)

❙ Hazard Warning Button ❙ Heating and Cooling System

(P183)

❙ Climate Control System

(P187)

❙ Seat Heater Switches

(P181)

❙ Audio System (P194) ❙ Rear Entertainment System

(P241)

❙ Navigation System

() See Navigation System Manual

❙ Accessory Power Sockets (P176) ❙ Cool Box Switch

(P173)

❙ Center Pocket (P173)

❙ Driving Position Memory System

Buttons

(P149)

❙ Auxiliary Input Jack (P195)

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❙ Navigation System Voice Control Buttons

() See Navigation System Manual

❙ Bluetooth

HandsFreeLink® System

Buttons

(P259)

❙ Remote Audio Control Buttons

(P203)

❙ Steering Wheel Adjustments (P151)

❙ Cruise Control Buttons (P303) ❙ Wipers/Washers (P145) ❙ (SEL/RESET) Knob (P87)

❙ Brightness Control (P147) ❙ Shift Lever

Automatic Transmission

(P300)

❙ SEL/RESET Button

(P101)

❙ Horn (Press an area around .)

❙ Ignition Switch (P141)

❙ / (Information) Button

(P101)

❙ Headlights/Turn Signals (P142) ❙ Fog Lights

(P144)

* Not available on all models

(P98)

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❙ Door Mirror Controls (P153)

❙ Master Door Lock Switch (P114)

❙ Hood Release Handle (P344) ❙ Fuel Fill Door Release Handle (P326) ❙ Coin Pocket

❙ Parking Brake Pedal (P314)

❙ Power Window Switches (P137)

❙ Rearview Mirror (P152) ❙ Driver’s Side Fuse Box

(P413)

❙ Passenger's Front Airbag

(P42)

❙ Glove Box (P171)

❙ Driver's Front Airbag (P42)

❙ USB Adapter Cable

(P195)

❙ Passenger’s Side Fuse Box

(P414)

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❙ Sun Visors ❙ Vanity Mirrors

❙ Moonroof Switch

(P140)

❙ Map Lights (P170)

❙ HomeLink

Button* (P257)

❙ Sunglasses Holder (P180)

❙ Seat Belts (P30)

❙ Grab Handle

❙ Coat Hooks (P178)

❙ Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat (P64)

❙ Seat Belt (Installing a Child Seat) (P62)

❙ Accessory Power Socket (P176)

❙ Side Curtain Airbags (P49)

❙ Coat Hooks (P178)

❙ AC Power Outlet

(P177)

❙ Auxiliary Input Jacks

(P241)

❙ Side Airbags (P46)

❙ Second Row Seat (P155)

❙ Front Seat (P154) ❙ Removable Center Console

(P171)

❙ Flip-up Trash Bag Ring

(P172)

❙ Third Row Seat (P155) ❙ Folding the One-Motion Third Row Magic Seat (P166)

❙ Second Row Multi-Functional Center Seat

(P165)

❙ Integrated Sunshades

(P182)

* Not available on all models

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(P 162)

(P162)

(P155)

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❙ Maintenance Under the Hood (P343) ❙ Windshield Wipers (P145)

❙ Door Lock/Unlock Control (P112)

❙ Power Door Mirrors (P153)

❙ Headlights (P142) ❙ Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Lights

(P360)

❙ Tires (P370) ❙ Fog Lights

(P144)

❙ How to Refuel (P326) ❙ High-Mount Brake Light (P365)

❙ Rearview Camera

(P323)

❙ Opening/Closing the Tailgate (P120)

❙ Back-Up/Taillights (P363)

❙ Brake/Taillights (P361)

❙ Rear Turn Signal Lights (P361) ❙ Rear Side Marker Lights (P361)

❙ Opening/Closing the Sliding Doors

(P126)

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(P366)

(P355)

(P391)

(P359)

(P142)

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Safe Driving (P25)

Airbags (P39)

● Your vehicle is fitted with airbags to help protect you and your passengers during a moderate-to-severe collision.

Child Safety (P54)

● 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 (P68)

● 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 (P29)

● Before driving, check that the front seats, head restraints, steering wheel, and mirrors have been properly adjusted.

Seat Belts (P30)

● 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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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

/ Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator

Security System Alarm Indicator

Lights Reminders

Lights On Indicator

High Beam Indicator

Fog Light Indicator

Immobilizer System Indicator

Seat Belt Reminder Indicator

System Indicators

Starter System Indicator

System Message Indicator

Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator

Supplemental Restraint System Indicator

Side Airbag Off Indicator

Door and Tailgate Open Indicator/ Parking Sensor Indicator

Cruise Main Indicator

Tachometer

Information Display

Multi-Information Display

Speedometer

Fuel Gauge

Shift Lever Position Indicator

Power Sliding Door Indicator

Gauges (P86)/Information Display* (P87)/ Multi-Information Display

(P98)/System Indicators (P72)

Power Tailgate Indicator

Fuel Economy Indicator

TPMS Indicator

Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators

Maintenance Minder Indicator

Daytime Running Lights Indicator

Washer Level Indicator

Blind Spot Information System Indicator

Cruise Control Indicator

Temperature Gauge

Low Fuel Indicator

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U. S.

Canada

U. S.

Canada

U. S.

Canada

U. S.

Canada

U. S.

Canada

Not available on all models*

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Controls (P107)

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.

Turn Signals (P142)

Lights (P142)

Wipers and Washers

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Steering Wheel (P151)

Tailgate Release Button

Models with the power tailgate

Selector Switch

Adjustment Switch

Power Window Lock Button

Window Switch

Indicator

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● To adjust, push the adjustment lever down, adjust to the desired position, then pull up the lever back in place.

Power Sliding Door*

(P128)

● When the main switch is ON, the power sliding door opens and closes automatically when you press OPEN or CLOSE side of the / switch.

Tailgate (P120)

● To open the tailgate, push the tailgate release button, and lift up.

● Press the power tailgate button on the driver’s door or the remote transmitter to open and close the power tailgate.

Power Door Mirrors

● 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.

(P153)

(w, move

Power Windows (P137)

● With the ignition switch in ON and close the power windows.

● If the power window lock button is in the OFF position, the 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), the passenger's window switch is disabled.

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● Place the selector switch in the L or R position to use the reverse tilt door mirror feature.

Not available on all models*

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Heating and Cooling System* (P183)

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.

Air flows from dashboard vents.

Button

(Recirculation) Button

Temperature Control Dial

(ON/OFF)

Button

Mode Control Button

* Not available on all models

● Rotate the fan control dial to adjust the fan speed.

● Press the Mode button to select the vents air flows from.

● Rotate the temperature control dial to adjust the temperature.

● Use the button for maximum cool setting.

● Press the button to turn the system on or off.

● Press the button to defrost the windshield.

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Climate Control System* (P187)

Models with navigation system

Fan Control Button

(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.

Air flows from dashboard vents.

(Recirculation)

Button

Passenger’s Side Temperature Control Dial

AUTO Button

Driver’s Side Temperature Control Dial

Mode Control Button

SYNC (Synchronized) Button

(ON/OFF) Button

Rear Passenger Compartment Temperature Control Buttons

(Fan Control)

Button

Airflows from the rear floor vents

Airflow is divided between the rear floor vents and rear ceiling vents.

Airflows from the rear ceiling vents

(ON/OFF)

Button

AUTO Button

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● 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. See the navigation system manual for complete details.

Rear Climate Control

● Press the AUTO button to activate the rear climate control system.

● Press the button to turn the system on or off.

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Clock (P108)

Models without audio/information screen

Models with audio/information screen

Models with navigation system

a Press the CLOCK button until the

displayed time begins flashing.

b Press Preset 4 (Hour) or 5 (Minute) to

set the time.

c Press the CLOCK button again to set

the time.

a Press the CLOCK button to access the

clock adjustment mode screen.

b Press to select the item you want to

adjust (12/24 hour mode, hour, minutes).

c Rotate to make the adjustment. d Press to enter your selection. Repeat

steps 2 to 4 to adjust other items.

e To enter the selection, press and

select EXIT, then press .

The navigation system receives signals from GPS satellites, updating the clock automatically.

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Features (P193)

AM Button

FM Button

VOL/ (Power/ Volume) Knob

(CD Eject) Button

TITLE Button

SKIP Buttons

Preset Buttons

Models without audio/information screen

AUX Button

CD Button

CD Slot

SCAN Button

RPT (Repeat) Button

RDM (Random) /A.SEL (Auto Select) Button

FOLDER Bar

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Models with audio/information screen

Models without rear entertainment system

(XM®)

Button

AM/FM Button

VOL/ (Power/ Volume) Knob

(CD Eject)

Button

TITLE Button

Selector Knob

Preset Buttons

USB/AUX Button

CD/CDL Button

CD Slot

SCAN Button

SKIP Bar

RETURN Button

CATEGORY (FOLDER) Bar

SETUP Button

(XM®)

Button

AM/FM Button

VOL/ (Power/

Volume) Knob

(CD Eject)

Button

TITLE Button

Selector Knob

Preset Buttons

DVD Button

USB/AUX Button

CD/CDL Button

SCAN Button

SKIP Bar

REAR POWER Button

CATEGORY (FOLDER) Bar

SETUP Button

Models with rear entertainment system

Button

RETURN Button

PHONE Button

CD Slot

DISPLAY Button

REAR SOURCE

Button

(DVD Eject) Button

DVD Slot

DISPLAY Button

PHONE Button

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● Audio Remote Controls* (P203)

MODE Button

CH Button

VOL Button

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● VOL (Volume) Button

● MODE Button

● CH (Channel) Button

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Press / to adjust the volume up/ down.

Press and release to change the audio mode: FM1/FM2/AM/XM1

/XM2*/CD/CD-L/

AUX.

Radio:Press and release to change the

preset station. Press and hold to select the next or previous strong station.

CD/CD Library/USB device:

Press and release to skip to the beginning of the next song or return to the beginning of the current song.

CD/CD Library:

Press and hold to change a folder/ album.

* Not available on all models

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Driving (P285)

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.

Automatic Transmission (P301)

● 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.

Low

Strong engine braking.

Press the D3 button while the shift lever is in

(D.

Used when:

·Going up or down hills

·Towing a trailer in hilly terrain

Models with D3 button

Press the D4 button while the shift lever is in

(D.

Used when:

·Going up or down hills

·Towing a trailer in hilly terrain

Models with D4 button

D3/D4 Button

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VSA® OFF Button (P307)

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● The vehicle stability assist (VSA helps stabilize the vehicle during cornering, and helps maintain traction while accelerating on loose or slippery road surfaces.

● VSA you start the engine.

● To turn VSA the button until you hear a beep.

) system

comes on automatically every time

on or off, press and hold

Refueling (P325)

Fuel recommendation: Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number 87 or

higher required

Fuel tank capacity: 21 US gal (79.5 L)

a Pull the fuel fill door

release handle.

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Cruise Control (P303)

● 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 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.

(P308)

b Turn the fuel fill cap

slowly to remove the cap.

c Place the cap in the

holder on the fuel fill door.

d After refueling, screw

the cap back on until it clicks at least once.

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Maintenance (P331)

Under the Hood (P343)

● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and window 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, slide the lever, and lift up the

hood.

c When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly

locked in place.

Lights (P355)

● Inspect all lights regularly.

Wiper Blades (P366)

● Replace blades if they leave streaks across the windshield.

Tires (P370)

● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.

● Check tire pressures regularly.

● Install snow tires for winter

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Handling the Unexpected (P389)

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Flat Tire (P391)

● Park in a safe location and replace the flat tire with the compact spare tire in under the floor between the front seats and the second row seats.

Indicators Come On

(P 406)

● Identify the indicator and consult the owner's manual.

Engine Won't Start

(P400)

● If the battery is dead, jump start using a booster battery.

Blown Fuse (P411)

● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical device does not operate.

Overheating (P404)

● 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

(P417)

● Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.

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What to Do If

The ignition switch does not turn from Why?

(0 to (q.

●

The steering wheel may be locked.

●

Try to turn the steering wheel left and right while turning the ignition key.

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The ignition switch does not turn from

(q to (0 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 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.

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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.

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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 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.

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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.

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A Few Words About Safety

3DANGER

3WARNING

3CAUTION

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Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility.

To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others.

Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle. You must use your own good judgement.

You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, including:

● 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

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You can find many safety recommendations throughout this chapter, and throughout this manual.

For Safe Driving

Important Safety Precautions ............. 26

Your Vehicle's Safety Features............ 28

Seat Belts

About Your Seat Belts........................ 30

Fastening a Seat Belt.......................... 33

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 ................... 66

Exhaust Gas Hazard

Carbon Monoxide Gas....................... 68

Safety Labels

Label Locations .................................. 69

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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.

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The following pages explain your vehicle's safety features and how to use them

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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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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.

■ Control your speed

Excessive speed is a major factor in crash injuries and deaths. Generally, the higher the speed, the greater the risk, but serious injuries can also occur at lower speeds. Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions, regardless of the maximum speed posted.

■ Keep your vehicle in safe condition

Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can be extremely hazardous. To reduce the possibility of such problems, check your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance.

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1Your Vehicle's Safety Features

Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to help protect you and your passengers during a crash.

Some features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment, front and rear crush zones, a collapsible steering column, and tensioners that tighten the front seat belts in a sufficient crash.

However, you and your passengers cannot take full advantage of these features unless you remain seated in the correct position and always wear your seat belts. In fact, some safety features can contribute to injuries if they are not used properly.

Safety Cage Crush Zones Seats and Seat-Backs Head Restraints Collapsible Steering Column Seat Belts Front Airbags Side Airbags Side Curtain Airbags Door Locks Seat Belt Tensioners Occupant Position Detection

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1Safety CheckList

If the door and tailgate open indicator is on, a door or the tailgate is not completely closed. Close all doors tightly until the indicator goes off.

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For the safety of you and your passengers, make a habit of checking these items each time before you drive.

• After everyone has entered the vehicle, be sure all doors and the tailgate are closed and locked. Locking the doors helps prevent an occupant from being ejected and an outsider from unexpectedly opening a door.

2 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 114

• Adjust your seat to a position suitable for driving. Be sure the front seats are adjusted as far to the rear as possible while allowing the driver to control the vehicle. Sitting too close to a front airbag can result in serious or fatal injury in a crash.

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• Adjust head restraints to the proper position. Head restraints are most effective when the center of the head restraint aligns with the center of your head. Taller persons should adjust their head restraint to the highest position.

2 Adjusting the Head Restraints P. 157

• Always wear your seat belt, and make sure you wear it properly. Confirm that any passengers are properly belted as well.

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• Protect children by using seat belts or child seats according to a child's age, height and weight.

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Seat Belts

1About Your Seat Belts

Seat belts cannot completely protect you in every crash. But in most cases, seat belts can reduce your risk of serious injury.

Most states and all Canadian provinces and territories require you to wear seat belts.

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Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious injury or death in a crash, even though your vehicle has airbags.

Be sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts and wear them properly.

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Seat belts are the single most effective safety device because they keep you connected to the vehicle so that you can take advantage of many built-in safety features. They also help keep you from being thrown against the inside of the vehicle, against other passengers, or out of the vehicle. When worn properly, seat belts also keep your body properly positioned in a crash so that you can take full advantage of the additional protection provided by the airbags.

In addition, seat belts help protect you in almost every type of crash, including:

- frontal impacts

- side impacts

- rear impacts

- rollovers

■ Lap/shoulder seat belts

All seven or eight 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 second and third row passenger’s seat belts also have a lockable retractor for use with child seats.

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■ Proper use of seat belts

1About Your Seat Belts

If a rear seat passenger moves around and extends the seat belt, the lockable retractor may activate. If this happens, release the retractor by unfastening the seat belt and allow the belt to retract completely. Then refasten the belt.

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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 reduces 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.

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the driver's seat belt is fastened, a beeper will sound and the indicator will blink. If the driver does not fasten the belt before the beeper stops, the indicator will remain on.

The beeper will also periodically sound and the indicator will blink while driving until the driver's and front passenger’s seat belts are fastened.

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1Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners

The seat belt tensioners can only operate once. If a tensioner is activated, the SRS indicator will come on. Have a dealer replace the tensioner and thoroughly inspect the seat belt system as it may not offer protection in a subsequent crash.

During a moderate-to-severe side impact, the tensioner on that side of the vehicle also activates.

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The tensioners automatically tighten the front seat belts during a moderate-tosevere frontal collision, sometimes even if the collision is not severe enough to inflate the front airbags.

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1Fastening a Seat Belt

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.

Never insert any foreign objects into the buckle or retractor mechanism.

Pull out slowly.

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After adjusting a front seat to the proper position, and while sitting upright and well back in the seat:

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1. Pull the seat belt out slowly.

2. Insert the latch plate into the buckle, then

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1Fastening a Seat Belt

To release the belt, push the red PRESS button then guide the belt by hand until it has retracted completely. When exiting the vehicle, be sure the belt is out of the way and will not get caught by closing the door.

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

Make sure all seat belts are properly positioned before driving.

Lap belt as low as possible

1Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor

The shoulder anchor height can be adjusted to four levels. If the belt contacts your neck, lower the height one level at a time.

After an adjustment, make sure that the shoulder anchor position is secure.

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accommodate taller and shorter occupants.

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 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 any slack, then check 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.

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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1Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor

WARNING

Using the seat belt with the detachable anchor unlatched increases the chance of serious injury or death in a crash.

Before using the seat belt, make sure the detachable anchor is correctly latched.

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1. Pull out the seat belt’s small latch plate and the latch plate from each holding slot in the ceiling.

2. Line up the triangle marks on the small latch plate and anchor buckle. Make sure the seat belt is not twisted. Attach the belt to the anchor buckle.

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1Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor

To unlatch the detachable anchor, insert a key into the slot on the side of the anchor buckle.

Pivot down the anchor buckle forward. Insert a key into the slot on the back of the anchor buckle.

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Advice for Pregnant Women

1Advice for Pregnant Women

Each time you have a checkup, ask your doctor if it is okay for you to drive.

To reduce the risk of injuries to both you and your unborn child that can be caused by an inflating front airbag:

• When driving, sit upright and adjust the seat as far

back as possible while allowing full control of the vehicle.

• When sitting in the front passenger's seat, adjust

the seat as far back as possible.

Wear the shoulder belt across the chest avoiding the abdomen.

Wear the lap part of the belt as low as possible across the hips.

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1Seat Belt Inspection

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.

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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 work smoothly and the belts retract easily.

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use a 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.

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The front, front side, and side curtain airbags are deployed according to the direction and severity of impact. The airbag system includes:

a 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."

b Two side airbags, one for the driver and

one for a front passenger. The airbags are stored in the outer edges of the seatbacks. Both are marked "SIDE AIRBAG."

c 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."

d An electronic control unit that continually

monitors and records information about the sensors, the airbag activators, the seat belt tensioners, and driver and front passenger seat belt use when the ignition switch is in ON

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f A driver's seat position sensor. If the seat

is too far forward, the airbag will inflate with less force.

g 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).

h Impact sensors that can detect a

moderate to severe front or side collision.

i An indicator on the dashboard that alerts

you that the front passenger's front airbag has been turned off.

j Sensors that can detect if a child or small

statured adult is in the deployment path of the front passenger's side airbag.

k An indicator on the instrument panel that

alerts you to a possible problem with your airbag system or seat belt tensioners.

l An indicator on the instrument panel that

alerts you that the front passenger's side airbag has been turned off.

m A rollover sensor that can detect if your

vehicle is about to roll over and signal the control unit to deploy both side curtain airbag.

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Important facts about your airbags

1Important facts about your airbags

Do not attempt to deactivate your airbags. Together, airbags and seat belts provide the best protection.

When driving, keep hands and arms out of the deployment path of the front airbag by holding each side of the steering wheel. Do not cross an arm over the airbag cover.

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Airbags can pose serious hazards. To do their job, airbags must inflate with tremendous force. So, while airbags help save lives, they can cause minor injuries, sometimes even fatal ones if occupants are not wearing their seat belts properly and sitting correctly.

What you should do: 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.

Remember, however, that no safety system can prevent all injuries or deaths that can occur in a severe crash, even when seat belts are properly worn and the airbags deploy.

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.

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Dual-Stage, Multiple-Threshold Front Airbags (SRS)

Your vehicle is equipped with dual-stage, multiplethreshold front airbags (SRS).

During a frontal crash severe enough to cause one or both front airbags to deploy, the airbags can inflate at different rates, depending on the severity of the crash, whether or not the seat belts are latched, and/ or other factors. Frontal airbags are designed to supplement the seat belts to help reduce the likelihood of head and chest injuries in frontal crashes.

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• Front airbags: Airbags in front of the driver's and front passenger's seats.

• Side airbags: Airbags in the driver's and front passenger's seat-backs.

• Side curtain airbags: Airbags above the side windows.

Each is discussed in the following pages.

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.

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.

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Operation

1How the Front Airbags Work

After a front airbag inflates in a crash, you may see what looks like smoke. This is actually powder from the airbag's surface. Although the powder is not harmful, people with respiratory problems may experience some temporary discomfort. If this occurs, get out of the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.

Although the driver's and front passenger's airbags normally inflate within a split second of each other, it is possible for only one airbag to deploy. This can happen if the severity of a collision is at the margin, or threshold, that determines whether or not the airbags will deploy. In such cases, the seat belt will provide sufficient protection, and the supplemental protection offered by the airbag would be minimal.

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Front airbags are designed to inflate during moderate-to-severe frontal collisions. When the vehicle decelerates suddenly, the sensors send information to the control unit which signals one or both front airbags to inflate.

A frontal collision can be either head-on or angled between two vehicles, or when a vehicle crashes into a stationary object, such as a concrete wall.

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The front airbags deflate immediately so that they won't interfere with the driver's visibility or the ability to steer or operate other controls.

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■ When front airbags should not deploy

Minor frontal crashes: Front airbags were designed to supplement seat belts and help save lives, not to prevent minor scrapes, or even broken bones that might occur during a less than moderate-to-severe frontal crash. Side impacts: Front airbags can provide protection when a sudden deceleration causes a driver or front passenger to move towards the front of the vehicle. Side airbags and side curtain airbags have been specifically designed to help reduce the severity of injuries that can occur during a moderate-to-severe side impact which can cause the driver or passenger to move towards the side of the vehicle. Rear impacts: Head restraints and seat belts are your best protection during a rear impact. Front airbags cannot provide any significant protection and are not designed to deploy in such collisions. Rollovers: Seat belts and, in vehicles equipped with a rollover sensor, side airbags and side curtain airbags offer the best protection in a rollover. Because front airbags could provide little if any protection, they are not designed to deploy during a rollover.

■ When front airbags deploy with little or no visible damage

Because the airbag system senses sudden deceleration, a strong impact to the vehicle framework or suspension might cause one or more of the airbags to deploy. Examples include running into a curb, the edge of a hole, or other low fixed object that causes a sudden deceleration in the vehicle chassis. Since the impact is underneath the vehicle, damage may not be readily apparent.

■ When front airbags may not deploy, even though exterior damage

appears severe

Since crushable body parts absorb crash energy during an impact, the amount of visible damage does not always indicate proper airbag operation. In fact, some collisions can result in severe damage but no airbag deployment because the airbags would not have been needed or would not have provided protection even if they had deployed.

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1Advanced Airbags

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.

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 the passenger side

dashboard.

Make sure the floor mat behind the front passenger’s seat is hooked to the floor mat anchor. An improperly placed mat can interfere with the advanced airbag sensors.

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If the seat is too far forward, the airbag inflates with less force, regardless of the severity of the impact.

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 about 65 lbs or 29 kg), the system will automatically turn off the passenger's front airbag.

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1Side Airbags

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.

If the impact is on the passenger side, the airbag deploys even if there is no passenger’s in the passenger seat.

Do not cover or replace the front seat-back covers without consulting a dealer. Improperly replacing or covering front seat-back covers can prevent your side airbags from properly deploying during a side impact.

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The side airbags are housed in the outside edge of the driver's and passenger's seatbacks.

Both are marked SIDE AIRBAG.

When the sensors detect a moderate-tosevere side impact, the control unit signals the side airbag on the impact side to immediately inflate.

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Because the airbag systems senses sudden acceleration, a strong impact to the side of the vehicle's framework can cause a side airbag to deploy. In such cases, there may be little or no damage, but the side impact sensors detected a severe enough impact to deploy the airbag.

■ When a side airbag may not deploy, even though visible damage appears

It is possible for a side airbag to not deploy during an impact that results in apparently severe damage. This can occur when the point of impact was towards the far front or rear of the vehicle, or when the vehicle's crushable body parts absorbed most of the crash energy. In either case, the side airbag would not have been needed nor provided protection even if it had deployed.

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1Side Airbag Cutoff System

The sensors that monitor the front passenger's height and body position may not work if:

• The seat-back is wet

• The passenger is touching a metal or other

electrical conductive object

• A seat cushion is on the seat

• The passenger is wearing excessively thick clothing

Sensor that monitor the passenger’s height.

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• The height sensors detect a child or short-statured adult is seated in the front passenger seat.

• The position sensor detects that the front passenger is leaning into the deployment path of the side airbag.

When the side airbag cutoff system is activated, the side airbag off indicator comes on.

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If the front passenger is a child, stop when it is safe to do so, and have the child sit properly restrained in a rear seat.

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The side curtain airbags are most effective when an occupant is wearing their seat belt properly and sitting upright, well back in their seat.

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.

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The side curtain airbags help protect the heads of the driver and passengers in outer seating positions during a moderate-to-severe side impact.

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The side curtain airbag is designed to deploy in a moderate-to-severe side impact.

■ 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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1SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Indicator

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Ignoring the SRS indicator can result in serious injury or death if the airbag systems or tensioners do not work properly.

Have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible if the SRS indicator alerts you to a possible problem.

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Airbag System Indicators

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

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If the indicator comes on at any other time, 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.

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1Passenger Airbag Off Indicator

If the indicator comes on with no front passenger and no objects on the passenger’s seat, or with an adult riding there, 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 back 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 come on and goes off repeatedly if the total weight on the seat is near the airbag cutoff threshold.

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

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

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

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■ When the side airbag off indicator comes on

This indicator comes on if the passenger's side airbag has been turned off because the passenger is too small to be sitting in the front seat, is slouching or not sitting upright, or has leaned into the airbag's deployment path.

Unless the passenger is a smaller statured adult or a child, the indicator should go off when the passenger returns to a proper upright sitting position.

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1Airbag Care

We recommend against the use of salvaged airbag system components, including the airbag, tensioners, sensors, and control unit.

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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 consulting a dealer

This would likely disable the driver's seat position sensor or the passenger's weight sensor. If it is necessary to remove or modify a front seat to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact a Honda dealer, or for U.S. vehicles, American Honda Automobile Customer Service at 800-999-1009 and for Canadian vehicles, Honda Canada Customer Relations at 888-9-HONDA-9.

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1Protecting Child Passengers

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

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.

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

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.

Children should sit properly restrained in a rear seat. This is because:

• 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.

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• Any child who is too small to wear a seat belt correctly must be restrained in an

1Protecting Child Passengers

To deactivate a lockable retractor, release the buckle and allow the seat belt to wind up all the way.

To remind you of the passenger's front airbag hazards and child safety, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S. models) and on the front visors. Please read and follow the instructions on these labels.

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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.

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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 adjustments.

• 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.

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1Protecting Infants

Rear-facing child seats should never be installed in a forward facing position.

Always refer to the child seat manufacturer’s instructions before installation.

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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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.

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.

It can also interfere with proper operation of the passenger's advanced front airbag system.

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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.

■ Positioning a rear-facing child seat

Child seats must be placed and secured in a rear seating position.

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1Protecting Smaller Children

Educate yourself about the laws and regulations regarding child seat use where you are driving, and follow the child seat manufacturer's instructions.

Many experts recommend use of a rear-facing seat up to age two, if the child’s height and weight are appropriate for a rear-facing seat.

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.

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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.

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.

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1Selecting a Child Seat

Installation of a LATCH-compatible child seat is simple.

LATCH-compatible child seats have been developed to simplify the installation process and reduce the likelihood of injuries caused by incorrect installation.

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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 LATCH-compatible seat once a child reaches a specified weight. Please read the child seat owner’s manual for proper installation instructions.

■ Important consideration 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

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Marks

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1Installing a LATCH-compatible Child Seat

For your child's safety, when using a child seat installed using the LATCH system, make sure that the seat is properly secured to the vehicle. A child seat that is not properly secured will not adequately protect a child in a crash and may cause injury to the child or other vehicle occupants.

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Lower Anchors

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Lower Anchors

Handle

Marks

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u When installing the child seat, make sure

that the lower anchors are not obstructed by the seat belt or any other object.

To install a LATCH-compatible child seat in the second row center seat, remove the covers on each lower end of the seat -back by pulling on the handles.

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Tether Strap Hook

Anchor

Tether Strap Hook

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3. 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.

4. Tighten the tether strap as instructed by the child seat maker.

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

6. 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.

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1Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt

A child seat that is not properly secured will not adequately protect a child in a crash and may injury to the child or other vehicle occupants.

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1. Place the child seat on the vehicle seat.

2. Route the seat belt through the child seat

according to the seat maker's instructions, and insert the latch plate into the buckle.

u 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 completely wind up into the retractor, then try to pull it out to make sure the retractor is locked.

u 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 2 – 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.

u When doing this, place your weight on

the child seat and push it into the vehicle seat.

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1Installing a Child Seat with a Seat Belt

To deactivate a lockable retractor, release the buckle and allow the seat belt to wind up all the way.

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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.

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1Adding Security with a Tether

Since a tether can provide additional security to the lap/shoulder seat belt installation, we recommend using a tether whenever one is available.

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A tether anchorage point is provided behind each second and third row 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.

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.

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3. Secure the tether strap hook onto the anchor.

4. Tighten the tether strap as instructed by the child seat manufacturer.

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WARNING

Allowing a child age 12 or under to sit in 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, have the child sit up properly and wear the seat belt properly, using a booster seat if needed.

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Protecting Larger Children

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The following pages give instructions on how to check proper seat belt fit, what kind of booster seat to use if one is needed, and important precautions for a child who must sit in front.

Checking Seat Belt Fit

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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 answer the following questions.

If you answer yes to all these questions, the child is ready to wear the lap/shoulder seat belt correctly. If you answer no to any question, the child needs to ride on a booster seat until the seat belt fits properly without a booster seat.

■ Checklist

• Do the child's knees bend comfortably over the edge of the seat?

• Does the shoulder belt cross between the child's neck and arm?

• Is the lap part of the seat belt as low as possible, touching the child's thighs?

• Will the child be able to stay seated like this for the whole trip?

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Booster Seats

1Booster Seats

When installing a booster seat, make sure to read the instructions that came with it, and install the seat accordingly.

There are high- and low-type booster seats. Choose a booster seat that allows the child to wear the seat belt correctly.

Some U.S. states and Canadian provinces and 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, or territory where you intend to drive.

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Your vehicle has a rear seat where children can be properly restrained. If you ever have to carry a group of children, and a child must ride in front:

• Make sure you read and fully understand the instructions and safety information in this manual.

• Move the front passenger seat as far back as possible.

• Have the child sit upright and well back in the seat.

• Check that the seat belt is properly positioned so that the child is secure in the

seat.

■ Monitoring child passengers

We strongly recommend that you keep an eye on child passengers. Even older, more mature children sometimes need to be reminded to fasten their seat belts and sit up properly.

If a lap/shoulder seat 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.

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Exhaust Gas Hazard

1Carbon Monoxide Gas

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.

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.

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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, carbon monoxide gas will not get into the 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 tailgate open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into the interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the tailgate open, open all the windows and set the heating and cooling system as shown below.

1. Select the fresh air mode.

2. Select the mode.

3. Set the fan speed to high.

4. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.

Adjust the heating and cooling sit in your parked vehicle with the engine running.

/climate control* system in the same manner if you

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Safety Labels

Sun Visor

U.S. models

Canadian models

Radiator Cap

U.S. models

U.S. models only

Dashboard

Canadian models

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

If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact a dealer for a replacement.

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This chapter describes the buttons, indicators, and gauges that are used while driving.

Indicators ............................................ 72

Multi-Information Display Warning and

Information Messages

Gauges and Displays

Gauges.............................................. 86

Information Display Audio/Information Screen Multi-Information Display

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Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator

Low Oil Pressure Indicator

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Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON

(w, then goes off.

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Comes on when the parking brake is applied, and goes off when it is released.

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Comes on when the brake fluid level is low.

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Comes on if there is a problem with the brake system.

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The beeper sounds and the indicator comes on if you drive with the parking brake not fully released.

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Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON

(w, and goes

off when the engine starts.

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Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.

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Comes on while driving - Make sure the parking brake is released. Check the brake fluid level.

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Comes on along with the ABS indicator - Have the vehicle checked by

a dealer.

2 If the Brake System Indicator Comes

On P. 408

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Comes on while driving - Immediately stop in a safe place.

2 If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator

Comes On P. 406

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Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Charging System Indicator

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Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w, and goes off either when the engine starts or after several seconds if the engine is not started. If "readiness codes" have not been set, it blinks five times before it goes off.

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Comes on if there is a problem with the emissions control system.

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Blinks when a misfire in the engine's cylinders is detected.

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Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w, and goes off when the engine starts.

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Comes on when the battery is not charging.

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Readiness codes are part of the on board diagnostics for the emissions control systems.

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Comes on while driving - Have the vehicle checked by a dealer.

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Blinks while driving - Stop in a safe place where there are no flammable objects. Stop the engine for 10 minutes or more, and wait for it to cool down. Then, take the vehicle to a dealer.

2 If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Comes On or Blinks P. 407

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Stays on while driving - Turn off the heating and cooling*/climate control* system and rear defogger in order to reduce electricity consumption.

2 If the Charging System Indicator

Comes On P. 406

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Indicates current shift lever position.

D3/D4 Indicator:

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Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON

(w, then goes off.

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Shift Lever Position Indicator

Comes on when you press the D3/ D4 button while the shift lever is in

(D.

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Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON

(w, then goes off.

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Blinks if the transmission system has a problem.

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Blinks while driving - Avoid sudden starts and acceleration and have the vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.

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Seat Belt Reminder Indicator

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Comes on and the beeper sounds if you are not wearing a seat belt when you turn the ignition switch to ON

(w. If the front passenger is not

wearing a seat belt, the indicator comes on about a few seconds later.

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Blinks while driving if either you or the front passenger has not fastened a seat belt. The beeper sounds and

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The beeper stops and the indicator goes off when you and the front passenger fasten their seat belts.

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Stays on after you or the front passenger has fastened the seat belt - A detection error may have

occurred in the sensor. Have the vehicle checked by a dealer.

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the indicator blinks at regular intervals.

Low Fuel Indicator

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Comes on when the fuel reserve is running low (approximately 3.0 U.S. gal./11.4 Liter left).

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Blinks if there is a problem with the

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Comes on - Refuel your vehicle as soon as possible.

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Blinks - Have the vehicle checked by a dealer.

fuel gauge.

ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Indicator

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Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON

(w, then goes off.

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If it comes on at any other time, there is a problem with the ABS.

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Stays on constantly - Have the vehicle checked by a dealer. With this indicator on, your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock function.

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Supplemental Restraint System Indicator

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Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON

(w, then goes off.

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Comes on if a problem with any of the following is detected:

- Supplemental restraint system

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Stays on constantly or does not come on at all - Have the vehicle

checked by a dealer.

- Side airbag system

- Side curtain airbag system

- Seat belt tensioner

VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist) System Indicator

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Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON

(w, then goes off.

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Blinks when VSA® is active.

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Comes on if there is a problem with

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Stays on constantly - Have the vehicle checked by a dealer.

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ESC (Electronic Stability Control), System P. 306

the VSA® system.

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Comes on for a few seconds when VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist) OFF Indicator

you turn the ignition switch to ON

(w, then goes off.

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Comes on when you deactivate

VSA

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Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON

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Goes off when all doors and tailgate are closed.

(w, then goes off.

Door and Tailgate Open Indicator

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Comes on if any door or the tailgate is not completely closed.

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The beeper sounds and the indicator comes on if any door or the tailgate is opened while driving.

Parking Sensor Indicator

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Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON

(w, then goes off.

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A corresponding indicator comes on when an obstacle is detected while parking.

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Comes on if there is a problem with

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Comes on without any obstacles or when you are not parking - Check if

the area around the sensor(s) is covered with mud, ice, snow, etc. If the indicator(s) stays on even after you clean the area, have the system checked by a dealer.

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the parking sensor system. The beeper sounds.

Daytime Running Lights Indicator

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Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON

(w, then goes off.

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Comes on if there is a problem with

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Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

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TPMS Indicator

Low Tire Pressure Indicator

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Comes on for a few seconds when

you turn the ignition switch to ON

(w.

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Comes on if there is a problem with

the TPMS, or when a compact spare

tire is temporarily installed.

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Comes on for a few seconds when

you turn the ignition switch to ON

(w.

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Comes on if the tire pressure of any

of the tires becomes significantly

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Stays on constantly or does not come on at all - Have the vehicle

checked by a dealer. If the vehicle is fitted with a compact spare, get your regular tire repaired or replaced and put back on your vehicle as soon as you can.

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Comes on while driving - Stop in a safe place, check tire pressures, and inflate the tire(s) if necessary.

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Comes on for a while and then goes

off when a compact spare tire is

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Blinks and remains on - Have the vehicle checked by a dealer. If the vehicle is fitted with a compact spare, get your regular tire repaired or replaced and put back on your vehicle as soon as you can.

Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator

temporarily installed.

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Blinks for about one minute, and

then stays on if there is a problem

with the TPMS, or when a compact

spare tire is temporarily installed.

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System Message Indicator

Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON

(w, then goes off.

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Comes on along with a beep when a problem is detected. A system message on the multi-information display appears at the same time.

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While the indicator is on, press the / (information) button to see the

message again.

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The multi-information display does not return to the normal screen unless the warning is

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Turn Signal Indicators

High Beam Indicator

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The turn signal indicators blink when you operate the turn signal lever.

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If you press the hazard warning button, both indicators and all turn signals blink at the same time.

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Comes on when the high beam headlights are on.

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Does not blink or blinks rapidly - A turn signal light bulb has blown. Change the bulb immediately.

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Comes on whenever the light switch is on, or in AUTO* when the exterior lights are on.

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If you remove the key from the ignition switch while the lights are on, a chime sounds when the driver's door is opened.

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Fog Light Indicator

Side Airbag Off Indicator

Comes on when the fog lights are

on.

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Comes on for a few seconds when

you turn the ignition switch to ON

(w, then goes off.

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Comes on when the passenger side

airbag system is automatically shut

off.

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It does not mean there is a problem with your side airbags.

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Comes on when nobody is sitting in the passenger seat - Have the vehicle

checked by a dealer.

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Comes on when someone is sitting in the seat - Have the passenger sit

properly.

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Comes on briefly when you turn the

ignition switch to ON (w, then goes

off.

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Comes on if the immobilizer system

cannot recognize the key

information.

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Blinks - You cannot start the engine. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0 , pull the key out, and then insert the key and turn it to ON

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Repeatedly blinks - The system may

(w again.

be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by a dealer.

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Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it. Electrical problems can occur.

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Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message

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Blinks when the security system

Security System Alarm Indicator

alarm has been set.

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Comes on if there is a problem with the starter system.

2 Security System Alarm P. 134

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As a temporary measure, hold the ignition switch to START (e for up to

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15 seconds and start the engine. Have the vehicle checked by a dealer.

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Fuel Economy Indicator

CRUISE MAIN Indicator

CRUISE CONTROL Indicator

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Comes on and stays on while you are driving with good fuel economy.

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Comes on when you press the CRUISE button.

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Comes on if you have set a speed for cruise control.

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2 Cruise Control P. 303

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Washer Level Indicator

Maintenance Minder Indicator

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Comes on when washer fluid gets

low.

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Comes on when the scheduled

maintenance is due soon.

Refill washer fluid.

2 Refilling Window Washer Fluid

P. 354

2 Maintenance Minder™ P. 335

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Comes on for a few seconds when

you turn the ignition switch to ON

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Comes on if there is a problem with

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Stays on constantly or does not come on at all - You can still open or

close the tailgate manually. Have the vehicle checked by a dealer.

the power tailgate system.

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Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message

Power Sliding Door Indicator

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Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON

(w, then goes off.

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Comes on if there is a problem with the power sliding door system.

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Comes on for a few seconds when

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Stays on constantly or does not come on at all - Turn off the main

switch and manually operate the power sliding doors. Have the vehicle checked by a dealer.

2 Opening/Closing the Power

Sliding Doors

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you turn the ignition switch to ON

(w, then goes off.

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Stays on while BSI is turned off.

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Comes on when mud, snow, or ice

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Comes on if there is a problem with

BSI (Blind Spot

the system.

Information) Indicator

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Comes on while driving - Remove the obstacle in the vicinity of sensor.

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Comes on while driving - Have the vehicle checked by a dealer.

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The following messages appear only on the multi-information display. Press the / (information) button to see the message again with the system message indicator on.

Message Condition Explanation

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Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not installed.

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Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due soon.

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Consequently, SERVICE DUE NOW and SERVICE

2 Check/Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 407

2 Maintenance Minder Messages on the

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P. 340

PAST DUE follow.

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Appears when the ignition key is turned to ACCESSORY closed.)

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Appears when you open the driver's door while the ignition key is in LOCK

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Appears when the engine coolant temperature gets abnormally high.

(q from ON (w. (The driver’s door is

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Remove the key from the ignition switch.

2 Overheating P. 404

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Message Condition Explanation

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Appears when the daytime running lights are off.

2 Daytime Running Lights P. 144

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Appears when there is a problem with the sensor on the battery.

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Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

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Appears if there is a problem with the parking sensor system. The beeper sounds.

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Check if the area around the sensor(s) is covered with mud, ice, snow, etc. If the indicator(s) stays on even after you clean the area, have the system checked by a dealer.

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1Fuel Gauge

NOTICE

You should refuel when the reading approaches . Running out of fuel can cause the engine to misfire, damaging the catalytic converter.

The actual amount of remaining fuel may differ from the fuel gauge reading.

1Temperature Gauge

If the temperature gauge pointer is in the upper zone, the engine is in danger or overheating. Driving with the temperature gauge pointer in the upper zone can cause serious engine damage. Pull safety to the side of the road and allow engine temperature to return to normal.

2 Overheating P. 404

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Gauges

Gauges include the speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, and related indicator. They are displayed when the ignition switch is in ON (w .

Speedometer

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Displays your driving speed in mph or km/h.

Tachometer

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Shows the number of engine revolutions per minute.

Fuel Gauge

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Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank.

Temperature Gauge

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Displays the temperature of the engine coolant.

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Trip meter B

Average fuel economy

Trip meter A

Instant fuel economy

Range (estimated distance)

Outside temperature

Odometer

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Information Display

The information display shows the odometer, trip meter, engine oil life and maintenance service item codes, and other gauges.

Switching the Display

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Press the (SEL/RESET) knob to change the display.

Odometer

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Shows the total number of miles or kilometers that your vehicle has accumulated.

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1Trip Meter

Switch between trip meter A and trip meter B by pressing the knob.

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Trip Meter

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Shows the total number of miles or kilometers driven since the last reset. Meters A and B can be used to measure 2 separate trips.

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■ Resetting a trip meter

To reset a trip meter, display it, then press and hold the knob. The trip meter is reset to 0.0.

Instant Fuel Economy

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Shows the instant fuel economy as a bar graph in mpg or l/100 km.

Average Fuel Economy

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Shows the estimated average fuel economy of each trip meter in mpg or l/100 km. The display is updated at set intervals. When a trip meter is reset, the average fuel economy is also reset.

Engine Oil Life

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Shows the remaining oil life and Maintenance Minder

2 Maintenance Minder™ P. 335

Range

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Shows the estimated distance you can travel on the remaining fuel. This distance is estimated from the fuel economy of your trips in the past.

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1Outside Temperature

The temperature sensor is in the front bumper. Road heat and exhaust from another vehicle can affect the temperature reading when your vehicle speed is less than 19 mph (30 km/h).

It may take several minutes for the display to be updated after the temperature reading has stabilized.

1Adjusting the outside temperature indicator

Adjust the temperature reading up to ±5ºF or ±3ºC.

Reset Mode Initial Display

Oil life

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Shows the outside temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S.) or Celsius (Canada).

■ Adjusting the outside temperature indicator

Adjust the temperature reading up to ±5ºF or ±3ºC if the temperature reading seems incorrect.

1. Turn the ignition switch to ON

(w.

2. Press and hold the (SEL/RESET) knob for ten seconds or more.

u The information display shows the reset

mode initial display.

3. Select outside temperature with the knob.

4. Press and hold the knob for a few seconds to enter the outside temperature setting mode.

5. Turn the knob to adjust the temperature.

6. Press and release the knob.

u The new outside temperature is now

entered.

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Check Fuel Cap

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Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not installed.

2 Check/Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 407

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Check Batt Sensor

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Appears when there is a problem with the sensor on the battery.

2 Checking the Battery P. 379

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1Switching the Display

These indications are used

to show how to operate

the selector knob. Rotate to select.

Press to enter.

Display Button

Selector Knob

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Audio/Information Screen

Displays audio status, trip computer and wallpaper, and allows you to go to various setup options.

Switching the Display

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Press DISPLAY button. Rotate and select the mode from the four display modes. Press .

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1Trip Computer

You can reset the trip computer.

2 Trip Computer Reset P. 96

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Audio Display

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Shows the current audio information.

2 Audio System Basic Operation P. 197

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Trip Computer

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Shows the instant fuel economy, average fuel economy, distance (trip meter), average speed, elapsed time, and range.

2 Instant Fuel Economy P. 88 2 Trip Meter P. 88 2 Range P. 88

■ Average speed

Shows the average speed in mph (U.S.) or km/h (Canada).

■ Elapsed time

Shows the time during one drive cycle.

Wallpaper

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Shows a clock screen or an image you import.

2 Wallpaper Setup P. 94

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Minimum Display

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Minimizes the display by only showing the compass, audio status, and clock on the upper part of the display.

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Setting Options

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1. Press SETUP button.

2. Rotate and select the setup option you

want to change. Press .

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DVD Setup

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2 DVD setup from the front panel P. 244

Phone Setup

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2 Phone Setup P. 264 2 To Create a Security Code P. 269 2 Automatic Answering P. 270 2 Automatic Transferring P. 270 2 To Clear the System P. 271 2 Speed Dial P. 273

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1Wallpaper Setup

• When importing wallpaper files, the image must be

in the USB flash drive’s root directory. Images in a folder cannot be imported.

• The file format of the image that can be imported

is BMP (bmp) or JPEG (jpg).

• The maximum image size is 1,024 x 768 pixels.

Smaller images are displayed in the middle of the screen with the extra area appearing in black.

If the USB flash drive does not have any pictures, No Files will appear.

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Wallpaper Setup

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You can change, store, delete the wallpaper on the audio/information screen.

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■ Importing pictures from USB

You can import up to five images, one at a time, for wallpaper from USB flash drive. Select Import picture from USB from setup menu and properly connect a USB flash drive to store an image.

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1. Connect the USB flash drive to the adapter cable.

2 USB Adapter Cable* P. 195

2. Press the SETUP button.

3. Rotate to select Wallpaper Setup,

then press .

4. Rotate to select Import picture from USB, then press .

5. Rotate to select a desired picture, then

press .

u Loading Picture will appear on the

display.

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6. The preview of the imported data is displayed.

7. Rotate to select OK, then press .

u The imported list number and the

confirmation message will appear. Then the display will return to the import wallpaper list.

■ Choose wallpaper

1. Rotate to select Choose Wallpaper on the wallpaper setup menu, then press .

u The screen will change to the wallpaper list.

2. Rotate to select desired wallpaper and press .

3. Your selection will be indicated by the filled in circle.

u You can also select Default Wallpaper (Honda logo) or Clock on the list.

■ Delete wallpaper

1. Rotate to select Delete Picture from mem on the wallpaper setup menu, then press .

u The screen will change to the delete wallpaper list.

2. Rotate to select wallpaper that you want to delete and press .

u The confirmation message will appear.

3. Rotate to select Yes, then press to delete completely.

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Trip Computer Reset

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You can reset all data on the trip computer.

1. Press the SETUP button.

2. Rotate to select Trip Computer Reset,

then press .

3. Rotate to Trip A or Trip B, then press .

u The confirmation message will appear.

4. Rotate to select Yes, then press to

reset completely.

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Display Setup

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■ Brightness/Contrast

■ Menu Color

If you select Brightness or Contrast, adjust the setting by rotating and pressing .

If you select Menu Color, rotate to setting you want, then press .

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SEL/RESET Button

Average fuel economy/ Instant fuel economy

Average Speed

/ Button

Engine oil life

Trip meter B

Trip meter A

Odometer

Customize Settings

Elapsed Time

Range

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Multi-Information Display

The multi-information display shows the odometer, trip meter, outside temperature indicator, and other gauges.

It also displays important messages such as warnings and other helpful information.

Switching the Display

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Press the / (information) button or the SEL/RESET button to change the display.

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1Trip Meter

Switch between trip meter A and trip meter B by pressing the SEL/RESET button.

1Average Fuel Economy

You can choose to reset either Trip A or average fuel economy A when you refuel.

2 Customized Features P. 101

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Odometer

■

Shows the total number of miles or kilometers that your vehicle has accumulated.

Trip Meter

■

Shows the total number of miles or kilometers driven since the last reset. Meters A and B can be used to measure two separate trips.

■ Resetting a trip meter

To reset a trip meter, display it, then press and hold the SEL/RESET button. The trip meter is reset to 0.0.

Average Fuel Economy

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Shows the estimated average fuel economy of each trip meter in mpg or l/100 km. The display is updated at set intervals. When a trip meter is reset, the average fuel economy is also reset.

Instant Fuel Economy

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Shows the instant fuel economy as a bar graph in mpg or l/100 km.

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Range

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Shows the estimated distance you can travel on the remaining fuel. This distance is estimated from the fuel economy of your trips in the past.

Elapsed Time

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Shows the time elapsed since the last time Trip A or Trip B was reset.

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