Honda Odyssey 2013 Owner's Manual

2013 Odyssey

Owner’s Manual

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Contents

This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.

This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your particular model.

Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover) represent features and equipment that are available on some, but not all, models. Your particular model may not have some of these features.

This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and Canada.

The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.

2 Safe Driving P. 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. 109 Security System P. 133 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 136 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 151 Heating and Cooling

P. 182

2 Features P. 193

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

P. 236 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver* P. 252

2 Driving P. 279

Before Driving P. 280 Towing a Trailer P. 285 Rearview Camera P. 317 Refueling P. 318

2 Maintenance P. 323

Before Performing Maintenance P. 324 Maintenance Minder™ P. 327 Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 358 Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care

P. 374

2 Handling the Unexpected P. 381

Tools P. 382 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 383 Overheating P. 396 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 398 When You Cannot Open or Close the Tailgate P. 410

2 Information P. 411

Specifications P. 412 Identification Numbers P. 414 Warranty Coverages P. 419 Authorized Manuals P. 421

Contents

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

Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 119 Opening and Closing the Sliding Doors P. 125 Opening and Closing the Moonroof Adjusting the Seats P. 153 Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 168 Climate Control System

Audio Error Messages P. 230 General Information on the Audio System P. 232 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® P. 254 Compass

When Driving P. 291 Braking P. 308 Parking Your Vehicle P. 312 Fuel Economy P. 321 Accessories and Modifications P. 322

Maintenance Under the Hood P. 335 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 347 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 362 Battery P. 371 Remote Transmitter Care P. 372 Heating and Cooling System

Engine Does Not Start P. 392 Jump Starting P. 393 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 395 Fuses P. 403 Emergency Towing P. 409

Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 415 Reporting Safety Defects P. 416 Emissions Testing P. 417 Customer Service Information P. 422 Gracenote® End User License Agreement P. 423

P. 186

P. 139 Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 140

P. 277

/Climate Control System* Maintenance P. 376 Cleaning P. 377

Quick Reference Guide

Safe Driving

Instrument Panel

Controls

Features

Driving

Maintenance

Handling the Unexpected

Information

Index

P. 2

P. 25

P. 71

P. 107

P. 193

P. 279

P. 323

P. 381

P. 411

P. 425

Quick Reference Guide

❙ (Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System OFF) Button (P300) ❙ (Blind Spot Information (BSI) System) OFF Button

(P306)

❙ Power Sliding Door Switch

(P127)

❙ Power Tailgate Switch

(P121)

❙

Parking Sensor System Switch*

(P313)

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

(P87)

❙ Multi-Information Display

(P98)

❙ Rear Window Defogger (P147) ❙ Heated Mirror Button

(P147)

❙ Hazard Warning Button ❙ Heating and Cooling System

(P182)

❙ Climate Control System

(P186)

❙ Seat Heater Switches

(P180)

❙ Audio System (P194) ❙ Rear Entertainment System

(P236)

❙ Navigation System

() See Navigation System Manual

❙ Accessory Power Sockets (P175) ❙ Cool Box Switch

(P172)

❙ Center Pocket (P172)

❙ Driving Position Memory System

Buttons

(P148)

❙ Auxiliary Input Jack (P195)

Visual Index

Quick Reference Guide

❙ Navigation System Voice Control Buttons

() See Navigation System Manual

❙ Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® System

Buttons

(P254)

❙ Audio Remote Control Buttons (P198)

❙ Steering Wheel Adjustments (P150)

❙ Cruise Control Buttons (P297) ❙ Wipers/Washers (P144) ❙ (SEL/RESET) Knob (P87, 98) ❙ Brightness Control (P146) ❙ Shift Lever

Automatic Transmission

(P294)

❙ SEL/RESET Button

(P101)

❙ Horn (Press an area around .)

❙ Ignition Switch (P140)

❙ / (Information) Button

(P101)

❙ Headlights/Turn Signals (P141) ❙ Fog Lights

(P143)

* Not available on all models

Visual Index

Quick Reference Guide

❙ Door Mirror Controls (P152)

❙ Master Door Lock Switch (P113)

❙ Hood Release Handle (P336) ❙ Fuel Fill Door Release Handle (P319) ❙ Coin Pocket

❙ Parking Brake Pedal (P308)

❙ Power Window Switches (P136)

❙ Rearview Mirror (P151) ❙ Driver’s Side Fuse Box

(P405)

❙ Passenger's Front Airbag

(P42)

❙ Glove Box (P170)

❙ Driver's Front Airbag (P42)

❙ USB Adapter Cable (P195)

❙ Passenger’s Side Fuse Box

(P406)

Quick Reference Guide

❙ Sun Visors ❙ Vanity Mirrors

❙ Moonroof Switch

(P139)

❙ Map Lights (P169)

❙ HomeLink® Button

(P252)

❙ Sunglasses Holder (P179)

❙ Seat Belts (P30)

❙ Grab Handle

❙ Coat Hooks (P177)

❙ Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat (P64)

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

❙ Accessory Power Socket (P175)

❙ Side Curtain Airbags (P49)

❙ Coat Hooks (P177)

❙ AC Power Outlet

(P176)

❙ Auxiliary Input Jacks

(P236)

❙ Side Airbags (P46)

❙ Second Row Seat (P154, 161)

❙ Front Seat (P153) ❙ Removable Center Console

(P170)

❙ Flip-up Trash Bag Ring

(P171)

❙ Third Row Seat (P154, 161) ❙ Folding the One-Motion Third Row Magic Seat (P165)

❙ Second Row Multi-Functional Center Seat

(P154, 164)

❙ Integrated Sunshades

(P181)

* Not available on all models

Visual Index

Quick Reference Guide

❙ Maintenance Under the Hood (P335) ❙ Windshield Wipers (P144, 358)

❙ Door Lock/Unlock Control (P111)

❙ Power Door Mirrors (P152)

❙ Headlights (P141, 347) ❙ Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Lights (P141, 352)

❙ Tires (P362, 383) ❙ Fog Lights

(P143, 351)

❙ How to Refuel (P319) ❙ High-Mount Brake Light (P357)

❙ Rearview Camera (P317)

❙ Opening/Closing the Tailgate (P119)

❙ Back-Up/Taillights (P355)

❙ Brake/Taillights (P353)

❙ Rear Turn Signal Lights (P353) ❙ Rear Side Marker Lights (P353)

❙ Opening/Closing the Sliding Doors

(P125)

Quick Reference Guide

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.

* Not available on all models

Quick Reference Guide

Instrument Panel (P71)

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

U. S.

Canada

U. S.

Canada

U. S.

Canada

U. S.

Canada

U. S.

Canada

Quick Reference Guide

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.

* Not available on all models

Turn Signals (P141)

Lights (P141)

Wipers and Washers

(P144)

Quick Reference Guide

Steering Wheel (P150)

Tailgate Release Button

Models with the power tailgate

Selector Switch

Adjustment Switch

Power Window Lock Button

Window Switch

Indicator

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

Power Sliding Door*

(P127)

● 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 (P119)

● 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.

(P152)

(w, move

Power Windows (P136)

● 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.

(w, open

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

Quick Reference Guide

Heating and Cooling System* (P182)

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.

Quick Reference Guide

Climate Control System* (P186)

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

● 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.

Quick Reference Guide

Clock (P108)

Models with navigation system

* Not available on all models

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.

Quick Reference Guide

Features (P193)

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

Audio system (P194)

Quick Reference Guide

● Audio Remote Controls (P198)

MODE Button

CH Button

VOL Button

* Not available on all models

● VOL (Volume) Button Press / to adjust the volume up/ down.

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

/XM2*/CD/CD-L/

AUX.

● CH (Channel) Button 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.

Quick Reference Guide

Driving (P279)

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 (P295)

● 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

R N

Quick Reference Guide

VSA® OFF Button (P301)

DECEL/SET

a Pull the fuel fill door

release handle.

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.

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

● VSA® comes on automatically every time you start the engine.

● To turn VSA® on or off, press and hold the button until you hear a beep.

Refueling (P318)

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

higher required

Fuel tank capacity: 21 US gal (79.5 L)

Cruise Control

● 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 achieved 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.

(P297)

(P302)

Quick Reference Guide

Maintenance (P323)

Under the Hood (P335)

● 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 (P347)

● Inspect all lights regularly.

Wiper Blades (P358)

● Replace blades if they leave streaks across the windshield.

Tires (P362)

● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.

● Check tire pressures regularly.

● Install snow tires for winter

driving.

Quick Reference Guide

Handling the Unexpected (P381)

● 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.

Flat Tire (P383)

Engine Won't Start

(P392)

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

Overheating (P396)

● Park in a safe location. If you do not see steam under the hood, open the hood, and let the engine cool down.

Indicators Come On

(P 398)

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

Blown Fuse (P403)

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

Emergency Towing

(P409)

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

Quick Reference Guide

What to Do If

The ignition switch does not turn from

(0 to (q .

Why?

The ignition switch does not turn from

(q to (0 and

●

The steering wheel may be locked.

●

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

The shift lever should be moved to (P.

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?

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.

Quick Reference Guide

Why do the doors lock after I unlocked the doors using a remote

If you do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors are relocked automatically for security.

transmitter?

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.

Quick Reference Guide

California Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING: This product contains or emits

chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

NOTICE

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

Event Data Recorders

This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR).

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

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

• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;

• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were

buckled/fastened;

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

• How fast the vehicle was traveling.

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

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

Service Diagnostic Recorders

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

California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act

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

As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded by a symbol. This information is intended to help you avoid damage to your vehicle, other property, or the environment.

Quick Reference Guide

A Few Words About Safety

3DANGER

3WARNING

3CAUTION

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.

3 and

Safe Driving

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

Safe Driving

For Safe Driving

1Important Safety Precautions

Some states, provinces and territories prohibit the use of cell phones other than hands-free devices by the driver while driving.

The following pages explain your vehicle's safety features and how to use them properly. The safety precautions below are ones that we consider to be among the most important.

Important Safety Precautions

■ Always wear your seat belt

A seat belt is your best protection in all types of collisions. Airbags are designed to supplement seat belts, not replace them. So even though your vehicle is equipped with airbags, make sure you and your passengers always wear your seat belts, and wear them properly.

■ Restrain all children

Children age 12 and under should ride properly restrained in a back seat, not the front seat. Infants and small children should be restrained in a child seat. Larger children should use a booster seat and a lap/shoulder seat belt until they can use the belt properly without a booster seat.

■ Be aware of airbag hazards

While airbags can save lives, they can cause serious or fatal injuries to occupants who sit too close to them, or are not properly restrained. Infants, young children, and short adults are at the greatest risk. Be sure to follow all instructions and warnings in this manual.

■ Don't drink and drive

Alcohol and driving don't mix. Even one drink can reduce your ability to respond to changing conditions, and your reaction time gets worse with every additional drink. So don't drink and drive, and don't let your friends drink and drive, either.

uuFor Safe Driving uImportant Safety Precautions

Safe Driving

■ Pay appropriate attention to the task of driving safely

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.

uuFor Safe Driving uYour Vehicle's Safety Features

Safe Driving

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 Curtain Airbags

Seat Belt Tensioners Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) Sensor

Side Airbags

Door Locks

Your Vehicle's Safety Features

8 9

The following checklist will help you take an active role in protecting yourself and your passengers.

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