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Driver and Passenger Saf ety

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Index

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Service Inf ormation Summary

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Your Vehicle at a Glance

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Instruments and Controls

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Features

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Bef ore Driving

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Driving

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Maintenance

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Technical Inf ormation

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Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada only)

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Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)

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Taking Care of the Unexpected

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Summary of Contents for 2010 Insight

Page 1: ...perlinks and may be formatted for printing instead of web use This is due to changes in content and specifications of the vehicle that happen throughout the model year This manual will be replaced with a hyperlinked version at the end of the model year P N 00X31 TM8 6000 ...

Page 2: ...ifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatsoever This owner s manual covers all models of the Insight You may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your particular model Owner s Identification OWNER ADDRESS V I N DELIVERY DATE DEALER NAME DEALER NO ADDRESS OWNER S SIGNATURE DEALER S SIGNATURE STREET CITY STATE PROVINCE TERRITORY ...

Page 3: ... preceded by a symbol This information is intended to help you avoid damage to your vehicle other property or the environment Congratulations Your selection of a 2010 Honda Insight was a wise investment It will give you years of driving pleasure Maintaining your vehicle according to the maintenance minder shown in the instrument panel helps to keep your driving trouble free while it preserves your...

Page 4: ...cle 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 Introduction WARNING This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices commonly r...

Page 5: ... with important safety information please read it carefully Your safety and the safety of others is very important And operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility 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 on the vehicle how to use this vehicle correctly and ...

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Page 7: ...ecking minor services and vehicle storage vehicle specifications tires and emissions controls warranty and contact information how to order flat tire jump starting overheating and fuses Contents Driver and Passenger Safety 5 Index I Service Information Summary last page Your Vehicle at a Glance 3 Instruments and Controls 59 Features 159 Before Driving 283 Driving 301 Maintenance 335 Technical Info...

Page 8: ...numbers dimensions capacities and technical information This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience and details how to handle them Important information about the proper use and care of your vehicle s seat belts an overview of the supplemental restraint system and valuable information on how to protect children with child restraints Explains the purpose of each instrument p...

Page 9: ...TTON AUDIO SYSTEM INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS P 166 NAVIGATION SYSTEM P 198 PADDLE SHIFTERS P 316 GAUGES P 72 P 287 DRIVER S FRONT AIRBAG P 10 MIRROR CONTROLS P 62 PASSENGER S FRONT AIRBAG P 10 CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM POWER WINDOW SWITCHES POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH HOOD RELEASE HANDLE P 144 P 130 P 130 P 146 P 124 P 153 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CVT P 311 P 122 P 72 75 P 183 191 P 160 ...

Page 10: ... P 259 P 259 HAZARD WARNING BUTTON PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER HEATED MIRROR BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK SYSTEM VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS HEADLIGHTS TURN SIGNALS INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS CONTROL KNOB STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT MULTI INFORMATION BUTTONS CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS MULTI INFORMATION BUTTONS WINDSHIELD WIPERS WASHERS HAZARD WARNING BUTTON VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST VSA SYS...

Page 11: ...stem Components 25 How Your Front Airbags Work 28 How Your Side Airbags Work 32 How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work 33 How the SRS Indicator Works 34 How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works 34 How the Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Works 35 Airbag Service 36 Additional Safety Precautions 37 Protecting Children General Guidelines 38 All Children Must Be Restrained 38 All Children Should Sit in a Bac...

Page 12: ...dditional drink So don t drink and drive and don t let your friends drink and drive either 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 see page Children age 12 and under should rid...

Page 13: ... 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 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 see page 37...

Page 14: ...lumn and tensioners that tighten the front seat belts in a crash However you and your passengers can t take full advantage of these features unless you remain sitting in the correct position and In fact some safety features can contribute to injuries if they are not used properly Your Vehicle s Safety Features always wear your seat belts 8 2 6 4 7 2 10 8 12 5 11 1 8 3 9 9 1 Safety Cage 2 Crush Zon...

Page 15: ... inflating airbag and allows you to get the best advantage from the airbag Of course seat belts cannot completely protect you in every crash But in most cases seat belts can reduce your risk of serious injury Always wear your seat belt and make sure you wear it properly Your seat belt system also includes an indicator on the instrument panel and a beeper to remind you and your passengers to fasten...

Page 16: ...o help protect the upper torso of the driver or a front seat passenger during a moderate to severe side impact see page for more information on how your side airbags work In addition your vehicle has side curtain airbags to help protect the heads of the driver front passenger and passengers in the outer rear seating positions during a moderate to severe side or front impact see page for more infor...

Page 17: ...el as possible while allowing full control of the vehicle A front passenger should move their seat as far back from the dashboard as possible The rest of this section gives more detailed information about how you can maximize your safety 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 ...

Page 18: ... doors and page for how the door hatch open indicator works Your vehicle also has a door and hatch open indicator on the multi information display to indicate when a specific door or the hatch is not tightly closed You will see the appropriate indicator s for each condition You will also hear a beep when you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position and each time you open any door or the hatc...

Page 19: ...ge Locking the doors and the hatch also helps prevent an outsider from unexpectedly opening a door or the hatch when you come to a stop When one or more doors or the hatch are not tightly closed the corresponding indicator for each condition will come on The above example shows the front right and rear left doors and the hatch open When the hatch is not tightly closed this indicator will come on 1...

Page 20: ...the center of the steering wheel and the chest In addition to adjusting the seat you can adjust the steering wheel up and down and in and out see page If you cannot get far enough away from the steering wheel and still reach the controls we recommend that you investigate whether some type of adaptive equipment may help Once a seat is adjusted correctly rock it back and forth to make sure it is loc...

Page 21: ...longer rests against the occupant s chest reduces the protective capability of the belt It also increases the chance of sliding under the belt in a crash and being seriously injured The farther a seat back is reclined the greater the risk of injury See page for how to adjust the seat backs 138 Adjust the Seat Backs 3 Protecting Adults and Teens Driver and Passenger Safety 15 Reclining the seat bac...

Page 22: ...sted head restraints will help protect occupants from whiplash and other crash injuries See page for how to adjust the head restraints and how the driver s and front passenger s active head restraints work 139 Adjust the Head Restraints 4 Protecting Adults and Teens 16 Improperly positioning head restraints reduces their effectiveness and you can be seriously injured in a crash Make sure head rest...

Page 23: ...es in a crash If the seat belt touches or crosses your neck or if it crosses your arm instead of your shoulder you need to adjust the seat belt anchor height 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 CONTINUED Fasten a...

Page 24: ... both feet up the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased The front seats have adjustable seat belt anchors To adjust the height of an anchor squeeze the two release buttons and slide the anchor up or down as needed it has four positions After all occupants have adjusted their seats and head restraints and put on their seat belts it is very important that they continue to sit upright ...

Page 25: ...he risk of injuries to both you and your unborn child that can be caused by a crash or an inflating front airbag Each time you have a checkup ask your doctor if it s okay for you to drive In addition an occupant who is out of position in the front seat can be seriously or fatally injured in a crash by striking interior parts of the vehicle or being struck by an inflating front airbag Advice for Pr...

Page 26: ...propelled inside the vehicle and hurt someone If they do they could be very seriously injured in a crash A passenger who is not wearing a seat belt during a crash or emergency stop can be thrown against the inside of the vehicle against other occupants or out of the vehicle Improperly replacing or covering front seat back covers can prevent your side airbags from inflating during a side impact Do ...

Page 27: ...tors the front seat belts If you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position before your seat belt is fastened the beeper will sound and the indicator will flash If your seat belt is not fastened before the beeper stops the indicator will stop flashing but remain on The seat belt system includes an indicator on the instrument panel and a beeper to remind you and your passengers to fasten your s...

Page 28: ... some tension on the belt During a collision or sudden stop the retractor automatically locks the belt to help restrain your body The lap shoulder belt goes over your shoulder across your chest and across your hips To fasten the belt insert the latch plate into the buckle then tug on the belt to make sure the buckle is latched see page for how to properly position the belt To unlock the belt press...

Page 29: ... the belts to help hold the driver and a front passenger in position The tensioners are designed to activate in any collision severe enough to cause the front airbags to deploy If the shoulder part of the belt is pulled all the way out the lockable retractor will activate The belt will retract but it will not allow the passenger to move freely To deactivate the lockable retractor unlatch the buckl...

Page 30: ... booklet for details If a seat belt is worn during a crash it must be replaced by your dealer A belt that has been worn during a crash may not provide the same level of protection in a subsequent crash The dealer should also inspect the anchors for damage and replace them if needed If the automatic seat belt tensioners activate during a crash they must be replaced 369 Honda Warranty Information Ad...

Page 31: ...t Airbag 2 Passenger s Front Airbag 3 Control Unit 4 Front Seat Belt Tensioners 5 Side Airbags 6 Driver s Seat Position Sensor 7 Front Passenger s Weight Sensors 8 Passenger Airbag Off Indicator 9 Occupant Position Detection System OPDS Sensors 10 Front Passenger s Weight Sensors OPDS Sensors Control Unit 11 Supplemental Restraint System SRS Indicator ...

Page 32: ... stored in the outer edges of the seat backs Both are marked SIDE AIRBAG see page 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 see page Your Airbag System includes 28 32 33 Additional Information About Your Airbags 26 12 Front Impact Sensors 13 Side Impact Sensors Fir...

Page 33: ... an infant or small child the passenger s front airbag will be turned off see page An indicator on the instrument panel that alerts you to a possible problem with your airbags sensors or seat belt tensioners see page A sophisticated electronic system that continually monitors and records information about the sensors the control unit the airbag activators the seat belt tensioners and driver and fr...

Page 34: ...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 If you ever have a moderate to severe frontal collision sensors will detect the vehicle s rapid deceleration Only the driver...

Page 35: ...an be ignited sequentially or simultaneously depending on crash severity In a crash both stages will ignite simultaneously to provide the quickest and greatest protection In a crash one stage will ignite first then the second stage will ignite a split second later This provides longer airbag inflation time with a little less force After a crash you may see what looks like smoke This is actually po...

Page 36: ...infant or small child up to about 65 lbs or 29 kg the system will automatically turn the passenger s front airbag off Your front airbags are also advanced airbags The main purpose of this feature is to help prevent airbag caused injuries to short drivers and children or small statured adults who ride in front For both advanced airbags to work properly Occupants must sit upright and wear their seat...

Page 37: ...ed front airbag system will work properly This includes A rear passenger pushing or pulling on the back of the front passenger s seat Moving the front seat forcibly back against cargo on the seat or floor behind it Hanging heavy items on the front passenger seat or placing heavy items in the seat back pocket Moving the front seat or seat back forcibly back against the folded rear seat Back seat pa...

Page 38: ...hildren to ride in front if the position sensors detect a child has leaned into the side airbag s deployment path the airbag will shut off The side airbag may also shut off if a short adult leans sideways or a larger adult slouches and leans sideways into the airbag s deployment path Objects placed on the front passenger seat can also cause the side airbag to be shut off If you ever have a moderat...

Page 39: ...act sensors will detect rapid acceleration and signal the control unit to instantly inflate the side curtain airbag and activate the seat belt tensioner on the driver s or the passenger s side of the vehicle A front seat passenger should not use a cushion or another object as a backrest It may prevent the cutoff system from working properly To get the best protection from the side curtain airbags ...

Page 40: ... with your side airbags When you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position the indicator should come on for several seconds and then go off see page If it doesn t come on stays on or comes on while driving without a passenger in the front seat have the system checked You will also see a CHECK AIRBAG SYSTEM message on the multi information display If you see any of these indications the airbag...

Page 41: ...ing in front move the seat as far to the rear as possible and have the passenger sit upright and wear the seat belt properly Be aware that objects placed on the front seat can cause the indicator to come on If no weight is detected on the front seat the airbag will be automatically shut off However the indicator will not come on CONTINUED Additional Information About Your Airbags How the Passenger...

Page 42: ...er related parts Any seat belt tensioner that activates must also be replaced Do not try to remove or replace any airbag by yourself This must be done by an authorized dealer or a knowledgeable body shop If no obstructions are found have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible If the indicator comes on with no front seat passenger and no objects on the seat or with an adult riding the...

Page 43: ...act Honda Automobile Customer Service at 800 999 1009 Tampering could cause the airbags to deploy possibly causing very serious injury Together airbags and seat belts provide the best protection Additional Information About Your Airbags Do not expose the front passenger s seat back to liquid Do not remove or modify a front seat without consulting your dealer Do not tamper with airbag components or...

Page 44: ... 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 43 51 52 55 properly All Children Must Be Restrained Larger children must be restrained with a lap shoulder belt and ride on a booster seat until the seat belt fits them properly Infants and small children must be...

Page 45: ...stricting where children may ride Children who ride in back are less likely to be injured by striking interior vehicle parts during a collision or hard braking Also children cannot be injured by an inflating front airbag when they ride in the back Even though your vehicle has an advanced front airbag system that automatically turns the passenger s front airbag off under certain circumstances see p...

Page 46: ... be properly restrained in a back seat 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 Canadian Models U S Models Protecting Children General Guidelines 40 SUN VISORS DASHBOARD SUN VISORS ...

Page 47: ... must ride in front Place the largest child in the front seat provided the child is large enough to wear the lap shoulder belt properly see page Move the vehicle seat as far to the rear as possible see page Have the child sit upright and well back in the seat see page Make sure the seat belt is properly positioned and secured see page If a child requires close physical attention or frequent visual...

Page 48: ...e A child left alone with the key in the ignition switch can accidentally set the vehicle in motion possibly injuring themselves or others Children who play in vehicles can accidentally get trapped inside the vehicle Teach your children not to play in or around vehicles Even very young children learn how to unlock vehicle doors turn on the ignition switch and open the hatch which can lead to accid...

Page 49: ...nt airbag inflates it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or seriously injure an infant An infant must be properly restrained in a rear facing reclining child seat until the child reaches the seat maker s weight or height limit for the seat and the child is at least one year old Only a rear facing child seat provides proper support for a baby s head neck and back It could ...

Page 50: ...mmend those that have a five point harness system as shown Many states Canadian provinces and territories allow a child one year of age or older who also meets the minimum size and weight requirements to transition from a rear facing child seat to a forward facing seat Know the requirements where you are driving and follow the child seat instructions Many experts recommend use of a rear facing sea...

Page 51: ...sed one we recommend that you test the seat in the specific vehicle seating position or positions where the seat will be used Even with advanced front airbags that automatically turn the passenger s front airbag off see page a back seat is the safest place for a small child If it is necessary to put a forward facing child seat in the front move the vehicle seat as far to the rear as possible and b...

Page 52: ... to side movement can be expected and should not reduce the child seat s effectiveness If the child seat is not secure try installing it in a different seating position or use a different style of child seat that can be firmly secured Make sure the child is properly strapped in the child seat according to the child seat maker s instructions A child who is not properly secured in a child seat can b...

Page 53: ...he seat belt buckle or tongue away from the lower anchors Your vehicle is equipped with LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren at the outer rear seats The lower anchors are located between the seat back and seat bottom and are to be used only with a child seat designed for use with LATCH The location of each lower anchor is indicated by a small button above the anchor point You can find lowe...

Page 54: ...ad restraint and over the seat back making sure the strap is not twisted Push and pull the child seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure If the tether strap is too long and cannot be tightened firmly find a route where the strap can be tightened securely Attach the tether strap hook to the tether anchor then tighten the strap as instructed by the child seat maker 6 5 4 7 139...

Page 55: ...can pull the belt out it is not locked and you will need to repeat these steps In addition the lap shoulder belts in all seating positions except the driver s have a lockable retractor that must be activated to secure a child seat With the child seat in the desired seating position route the belt through the child seat according to the seat maker s instructions then insert the latch plate into the...

Page 56: ...y then repeat these steps To remove slack it may help to put weight on the child seat or push on the back of the seat while pulling up on the belt To deactivate the lockable retractor and remove a child seat unlatch the buckle unroute the seat belt and let the belt fully retract A child seat with a tether can be installed in any seating position in the back seat using one of the anchorage points s...

Page 57: ... hook to the anchor making sure the strap is not twisted Tighten the strap according to the seat maker s instructions If the tether strap is too long and cannot be tightened firmly find a route where the strap can be tightened securely 1 2 3 49 Installing a Child Seat Driver and Passenger Safety 51 ANCHOR ANCHOR Outer Position Center Position TETHER STRAP HOOK TETHER STRAP HOOK ...

Page 58: ... precautions for a child who must sit in front When a child reaches the recommended weight or height limit for a forward facing child seat the child should sit in a back seat on a booster seat and wear the lap shoulder belt 1 2 Checking Seat Belt Fit Protecting Larger Children 52 Allowing a child age 12 or under to sit in front can result in injury or death if the passenger s front airbag inflates...

Page 59: ... booster seat meets federal safety standards see page and that you follow the booster seat maker s instructions A child may continue using a booster seat until the tops of their ears are even with the top of the vehicle s or booster s seat back A child of this height should be tall enough to use the lap shoulder belt without a booster seat If a child who uses a booster seat must ride in front move...

Page 60: ...operly throughout a ride If you decide that a child can safely ride up front be sure to Carefully read the owner s manual and make sure you understand all seat belt instructions and all safety information Move the vehicle seat to the rear most position Have the child sit up straight back against the seat and feet on or near the floor Check that the child s seat belt is properly and securely positi...

Page 61: ...d to improve a child s comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can make the belt less effective and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash Additional Safety Precautions Do not let a child wear a seat belt across the neck Do not let a child put the shoulder part of a seat belt behind the back or under the arm Two children should never use the same seat belt Do not put any a...

Page 62: ...as follows The vehicle is raised for an oil change Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever You notice a change in the sound of the exhaust The vehicle was in a collision that may have damaged the underside Select the fresh air mode Select the mode Set the fan speed to high Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting With the hatch open airflow can pull exhaust gas into your v...

Page 63: ...th 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 your dealer for a replacement CONTINUED U S models Canadian models U S models only Safety Labels Driver and Passenger Safety 57 DASHBOARD RADIATOR CAP SUN VISORS ...

Page 64: ...U S models Canadian models Safety Labels 58 DOORJAMBS ...

Page 65: ...and Locks 126 Immobilizer System 127 Ignition Switch 128 Door Locks 130 Childproof Door Locks 131 Remote Transmitter 132 Hatch 136 Unlocking the Hatch 137 Seats 138 Front Seat Adjustments 138 Driver s Seat Height Adjustment 138 Head Restraints 139 Folding the Rear Seats Down 142 Armrest 143 Mirrors 144 Adjusting the Power Mirrors 144 Power Mirror Heaters 145 Power Windows 146 Parking Brake 148 Int...

Page 66: ...BRAKE LEVER ECON BUTTON HOOD RELEASE HANDLE PADDLE SHIFTERS USB ADAPTER CABLE MULTI INFORMATION DISPLAY P 287 P 316 P 311 P 160 P 35 PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR P 72 INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS P 62 P 124 P 130 P 130 P 146 P 183 191 P 148 P 122 P 72 75 AUDIO SYSTEM P 166 198 NAVIGATION SYSTEM AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CVT Model with navigation system is shown ...

Page 67: ...R HATCH OPEN INDICATOR SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST VSA SYSTEM INDICATOR IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR IMA SYSTEM INDICATOR HIGH BEAM INDICATOR ELECTRIC POWER STEERING INDICATOR P 64 P 65 332 P 63 P 66 P 62 403 P 63 402 If equipped P 62 P 64 P 63 404 P 65 P 68 P 68 P 69 P 64 P 69 HIGH TEMPERATURE INDICATOR P 67 LOW TEMPERATURE INDICATOR P 67 P 70 P 66 CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR P 6...

Page 68: ...icator flashes If you do not fasten your seat belt before the beeper stops the indicator stops flashing but remains on If either of you do not fasten your seat belt while driving the beeper will sound and the indicator will flash again at regular intervals and you will see a FASTEN SEAT BELT or FASTEN PASSENGER SEAT BELT message on the multi information display For more information see page You wi...

Page 69: ...s two functions If you drive without releasing the parking brake a beeper will sound and you will also see a RELEASE PARKING BRAKE message on the multi information display see page It comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position It is a reminder to check the parking brake Driving with the parking brake not fully released can damage the brakes and tires If this indicator comes o...

Page 70: ...ag cutoff system side curtain airbags automatic seat belt tensioners driver s seat position sensor or the front passenger s weight sensors You will also see a CHECK AIRBAG SYSTEM message on the multi information display For more information see page This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position and when the ignition switch is turned to t...

Page 71: ...n switch to the ON II position there is a problem with the VSA system You will also see a CHECK VSA SYSTEM message on the multi information display Take your vehicle to a dealer to have it checked Without VSA your vehicle still has normal driving ability but will not have VSA traction and stability enhancement For more information see page This indicator comes on briefly when you turn the ignition...

Page 72: ... page This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position This indicator has two functions If it comes on while driving it indicates that one or more of your vehicle s tires are significantly low on pressure You will also see a CHECK TIRE PRESSURE message on the multi information display see page This indicator normally comes on for a few seco...

Page 73: ...e engine coolant temperature is high If the indicator begins to blink while you are driving be sure to slow down to prevent overheating If the indicator stays on pull safely to the side of the road and turn off the engine See page for instructions and precautions on checking the engine s cooling system Do not drive the vehicle while the indicator is on or the engine may be damaged This indicator s...

Page 74: ... the indicator on the EPS may be turned off making the vehicle harder to steer If you turn the steering wheel to the full left or right position repeatedly while stopping or driving at very low speed you may feel slightly harder steering in order to prevent damage to the steering box caused by overheating You will also see a CHECK POWER STEERING SYSTEM message on the multi information display This...

Page 75: ...th the high beam headlights For more information see page This indicator also comes on with reduced brightness when the daytime running lights DRL are on see page The left or right turn signal indicator blinks when you signal a lane change or turn If an indicator does not blink or blinks rapidly it usually means one of the turn signal bulbs is burned out see pages and Replace the bulb as soon as p...

Page 76: ...eering wheel see page to see the message see page Most of the time this indicator comes on along with other indicators in the instrument panel such as the seat belt reminder indicator SRS indicator VSA system indicator etc This indicator comes on when the security system is set For more information see page When the indicator comes on there are about 1 8 U S gal 6 9 of fuel remaining in the tank 7...

Page 77: ...When you turn the econ mode on by pressing the ECON button with the ignition switch in the ON II position this indicator will come on You will also see the symbol on the multi information display with ECON ON or ECON OFF see page 75 ECON Mode Indicator Instrument Panel Indicators Instruments and Controls 71 ...

Page 78: ...edometer also has an ambient meter The color of the ambient meter changes automatically according to your driving style see page You can customize the setting of the ambient meter see page 73 306 103 Gauges Speedometer Ambient Meter 72 U S model is shown MULTI INFORMATION DISPLAY SPEEDOMETER AMBIENT METER CHARGE ASSIST GAUGE TACHOMETER FUEL GAUGE KM MILE CHANGE KNOB SEL RESET KNOB ...

Page 79: ...h the outside temperature press the sel reset knob repeatedly For more information see page Each time you press and hold the km mile change knob the speedometer reading switches between miles per hour mph and kilometers per hour km h 78 Fuel Gauge Sel Reset Knob Km Mile Change Knob Gauges Instruments and Controls 73 SEL RESET KNOB KM MILE CHANGE KNOB Avoid driving with an extremely low fuel level ...

Page 80: ...ay see page If the IMA battery is too hot or too cold the IMA system limits the IMA battery s output power to protect the battery This disables the IMA assist and auto idle stop even though the battery level indicator on the multi information display may show that the battery is well charged see page Therefore if the motor assist is frequently used the battery becomes hot and starts to limit its o...

Page 81: ...ese messages go off several seconds after the key is inserted into the ignition switch There are three types of messages normal display messages engine oil life and maintenance messages and system messages You can select the displayed language and also customize some vehicle control settings to your liking with the multi information display and the three buttons on the steering wheel see page You ...

Page 82: ...ition With the ignition switch in the ON II position the multi information display changes as shown on the next page each time you press the INFO button or the SEL RESET button Multi Information Display 76 U S model is shown SEL RESET BUTTON INFO BUTTON Models with cruise control SEL RESET BUTTON Models without cruise control INFO BUTTONS ...

Page 83: ...ngine oil life and maintenance item code s In the multi information display the system message is also displayed see page and you can customize your vehicle control settings see page The multi information display consists of an upper segment a middle segment and a lower segment 88 91 CONTINUED Multi Information Display Instruments and Controls 77 MIDDLE SEGMENT U S model is shown LOWER SEGMENT UPP...

Page 84: ...IMA System Power Flow Monitor IMA Battery Level Indicator See page 84 85 Press the INFO button Press the INFO button Press the SEL RESET button HFL See page 87 Average Fuel Economy Record See page 81 Engine Oil Life See page 80 Outside Temperature See page 80 Trip Computer See page 81 Eco Guide Feedback Monitor See page 81 ...

Page 85: ...wo trip meters Trip A and Trip B Each trip meter works independently so you can keep track of two different distances When you reset Trip A average fuel economy A is reset at the same time When you reset Trip B average fuel economy B is reset In the customizing mode you can set Trip A and average fuel economy A to reset at the same time when you refuel your vehicle see page To reset a trip meter d...

Page 86: ...e heat and the exhaust from surrounding traffic This can cause an incorrect temperature reading when your vehicle speed is under 19 mph 30 km h When you start your trip the sensor is not fully acclimatized therefore it may take several minutes until the proper temperature is displayed This shows the remaining engine oil life It shows 100 after the engine oil is replaced and the display is reset Th...

Page 87: ...l economy 0 for the current driving cycle and 1 3 for the last three driving cycles in mpg U S models or l 100 km Canadian models Indicators in the trip computer show Average Fuel Economy Range Elapsed Time Average Vehicle Speed Instant Fuel Economy 305 CONTINUED Eco Guide Feedback Monitor Average Fuel Economy Records Trip Computer Multi Information Display Instruments and Controls 81 U S model is...

Page 88: ... since you last reset trip computer B You can customize the Trip A and Average Fuel Economy A reset condition on the multi information display see page This shows your vehicle s instant fuel economy in L 100 km When you turn off the engine the instant fuel economy mpg or L 100 km is also reset The average fuel economy will be reset when you reset the trip meter or if the vehicle s 12 volt battery ...

Page 89: ...is estimated from the fuel economy you received over the last several miles U S or kilometers Canada so it will vary with changes in speed traffic etc If you want to reset the ELAPSED TIME manually go to the trip computer s ELAPSED TIME display and press and hold the SEL RESET button until the number resets You can customize the ELAPSED TIME reset conditions on the multi information display see pa...

Page 90: ... their descriptions Example Descriptions Only IMA motor is powering the vehicle and IMA battery is discharging IMA motor is assisting the engine with powering the vehicle IMA battery is discharging and the system is consuming fuel IMA system is charging IMA battery Only engine is powering vehicle The system is consuming fuel Engine is powering vehicle and IMA system is charging IMA battery The sys...

Page 91: ...ere are seven positions Level 0 Level 6 of the battery level reading The battery level reading may drop near the bottom under driving conditions that require IMA motor assistance for a long time such as prolonged acceleration or climbing a long hill The IMA motor will recharge the battery as you continue driving CONTINUED IMA Battery Level Indicator Multi Information Display Instruments and Contro...

Page 92: ... L range see page Since the level is not read directly small sensing errors can over time cause the gauge to read higher than the actual battery level The system will then perform a correction and the battery level gauge reading will drop suddenly When this happens IMA assist and Auto Idle Stop are disabled until the IMA battery is sufficiently recharged by normal driving This correction of the ba...

Page 93: ...nd how to receive or make phone calls or visit the handsfreelink com website In Canada visit or call 1 888 9 HONDA 9 You can receive or make phone calls from your cell phone through your vehicle s Bluetooth HandsFreeLink HFL system without touching your cell phone 259 www honda ca On models with navigation system Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Multi Information Display Instruments and Controls 87 ...

Page 94: ...age comes on for the first time Most of the messages are displayed for about 5 seconds and then the normal display returns If there are several system messages to be shown the display switches these messages every 5 seconds To switch the message s before 5 seconds have elapsed press the INFO button on the steering wheel Even if you press the INFO button some messages stay on or come on again at re...

Page 95: ... 13 See page 21 See page 21 See page 34 See page 34 See page 357 See page 404 See page 403 See page 402 See page 326 See page 401 See page 65 See page 148 See page 404 Multi Information Display Instruments and Controls 89 U S U S Canada Canada ...

Page 96: ...9 See page 399 See page 311 See page 70 See page 68 See page 355 See page 338 See page 339 See page 340 See page 80 See page 286 See page 128 See page 128 See page 129 See page 120 Multi Information Display 90 U S only U S only Canada only ...

Page 97: ... 0 position or move the shift lever out of Park the display will change to the normal screen If you try to enter the customizing mode while the vehicle is moving you will see a MUST STOP AND SHIFT TO PARK TO CHANGE SETTINGS message and you cannot change the settings If you want to change any vehicle control settings select CHG SETTING then press the SEL RESET button Refer to the table on the follo...

Page 98: ...eter feature on or off Changes how long in seconds the interior lights stay on after you close the doors ENGLISH FRENCH SPANISH 5 F 0 F 5 F U S 3 C 0 C 3 C Canada ON OFF IGN OFF TRIP A AUTO KM MILES ON OFF 60 sec 30 sec METER SETUP P 96 LIGHTING SETUP P 104 97 98 99 100 101 103 105 LANGUAGE SELECTION ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP DISPLAY TRIP A RESET with REFUEL ELAPSED TIME RESET DISPLAY KM MILES METER COL...

Page 99: ...you press the LOCK or UNLOCK button A beeper will also sound when you press the LOCK button twice Changes how long it takes in seconds for the doors to relock and the security system to set after you unlock but do not open the door Set Cancel all the customized settings as default SHIFT FROM P WITH VEH SPD OFF IGN OFF OFF DRIVER DOOR ALL DOORS ON OFF 90 sec 60 sec 30 sec SET CANCEL DOOR SETUP P 10...

Page 100: ...ge Press the INFO button until you see the setup you want to customize then press the SEL RESET button to enter your selection If you do not make any changes select EXIT The display returns to the normal display You can also use the select reset knob in the instrument panel Turn the knob to select a setting and press it to enter your selection If you want the settings as they were when the vehicle...

Page 101: ...nstruments and Controls 95 NORMAL DISPLAY CANADA U S METER SETUP See page 96 LIGHTING SETUP See page 104 DOOR SETUP See page 106 Press the SEL RESET button Press the INFO button Press the INFO button Press and hold the INFO button ...

Page 102: ...ton until you see the setting you want to customize then press the SEL RESET button to enter your selection While METER SETUP is shown press the SEL RESET button to enter the customize mode METER COLOR CHANGE DISPLAY KM MILES ELAPSED TIME RESET Meter Setup Multi Information Display 96 Press the SEL RESET button Press the INFO button Press the INFO button See page 103 See page 101 See page 97 See p...

Page 103: ... the SEL RESET button to see the selections Select the desired language by pressing the INFO button then enter your selection by pressing the SEL RESET button When your selection is successfully completed the display changes as shown above and then goes back to the customize item screen If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears go back to LANGUAGE SELECTION and repeat the procedure again CONTINUED...

Page 104: ...to set the desired value When your selection is successfully completed the display changes as shown above and then goes back to the customize item screen If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears go back to ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP DISPLAY and repeat the procedure again You can choose this item to customize from METER SETUP by pressing the INFO button repeatedly Press the SEL RESET button to enter the ...

Page 105: ... goes back to the customize item screen To cause Trip A and average fuel for trip A to reset every time you refuel your vehicle follow these instructions You can choose this item to customize from METER SETUP by pressing the INFO button repeatedly If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears go back to TRIP A RESET with REFUEL and repeat the procedure again Trip A Reset With Refuel CONTINUED Multi In...

Page 106: ...d setting by pressing the INFO button then enter your selection by pressing the SEL RESET button There are three elapsed time reset choices you can make IGN OFF The elapsed time is reset when you turn the ignition switch to the LOCK 0 position TRIP A The elapsed time is reset when Trip A is reset TRIP B The elapsed time is reset when Trip B is reset Multi Information Display 100 ...

Page 107: ...ck to ELAPSED TIME RESET and repeat the procedure again To change the displayed measurement in the trip computer and trip information and to switch between kilometers and miles follow these instructions You can choose this item to customize from METER SETUP by pressing the INFO button repeatedly CONTINUED Multi Information Display Display Km Miles Instruments and Controls 101 ...

Page 108: ...er and trip information also switches to kilometers or miles depending on the selected speedometer reading KM The displayed measurement in the trip computer and trip information is set to kilometers MILES The displayed measurement in the trip computer and trip information is set to miles When your selection is successfully completed the display changes as shown above and then goes back to the cust...

Page 109: ...FF by pressing the INFO button then enter your selection by pressing the SEL RESET button When your selection is successfully completed the display changes as shown above and then goes back to the customize item screen If the METER COLOR CHANGE SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears go back to METER COLOR CHANGE and repeat the procedure again 72 Meter Color Change Multi Information Display Instruments...

Page 110: ...ustomize mode Each time you press the INFO button the screen changes as shown in the illustration Press the INFO button until you see the setting you want to customize then press the SEL RESET button to enter your selection Lighting Setup Multi Information Display 104 Press the SEL RESET button Press the INFO button Press the INFO button See page 105 ...

Page 111: ...T DIMMING TIME and repeat the procedure again The interior lights fade out when you close all doors To change how long the lights stay on before they fade out follow these instructions You can choose this item to customize from LIGHTING SETUP by pressing the INFO button repeatedly Select the desired setting 15 SEC 30 SEC or 60 SEC by pressing the INFO button then enter your selection by pressing t...

Page 112: ...shown in the illustration Press the INFO button until you see the setting you want to customize then press the SEL RESET button to enter your selection KEYLESS LOCK ACKNOWLEDGMENT SECURITY RELOCK TIMER AUTO DOOR UNLOCK DOOR LOCK MODE Door Setup Multi Information Display 106 Press the INFO button Press the INFO button Press the SEL RESET button See page 107 See page 108 See page 113 See page 112 Se...

Page 113: ...on by pressing the SEL RESET button You can choose this item to customize from DOOR SETUP by pressing the INFO button repeatedly Press the SEL RESET button to enter the selecting mode WITH VEHICLE SPEED The doors lock when the vehicle speed reaches about 10 mph about 16 km h OFF The auto door lock mode is deactivated all the time CONTINUED Multi Information Display Instruments and Controls 107 A T...

Page 114: ...ETE message appears go back to AUTO DOOR LOCK and repeat the procedure again There are five possible settings you can choose from DRIVER DOOR WITH SHIFT TO P The driver s door unlocks when you move the shift lever to Park ALL DOORS WITH SHIFT TO P All the doors unlock when you move the shift lever to Park Auto Door Unlock Multi Information Display 108 ...

Page 115: ...tion You can choose this item to customize from DOOR SETUP by pressing the INFO button repeatedly Press the SEL RESET button to enter the selecting mode Select the desired setting by pressing the INFO button For example you choose DRIVER DOOR with SHIFT to P you will see the above display OFF The auto door unlock is deactivated all the time CONTINUED Multi Information Display Instruments and Contr...

Page 116: ... go back to AUTO DOOR UNLOCK and repeat the procedure again To select whether the driver s door unlocks or all the doors unlock when you unlock the doors with the remote transmitter or the key follow these instructions You can choose this item to customize from DOOR SETUP by pressing the INFO button repeatedly If you choose ALL DOORS With IGN OFF you will see the above display Door Lock Mode Multi...

Page 117: ...r selection by pressing the SEL RESET button When your selection is successfully completed the display changes as shown above and then goes back to the customize item screen If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears go back to DOOR LOCK MODE and repeat the procedure again Multi Information Display Instruments and Controls 111 ...

Page 118: ...essing the INFO button repeatedly When you push the LOCK button on the remote transmitter some exterior lights flash and a beeper sounds when you push the LOCK button again within 5 seconds to verify that the doors and the trunk are locked and the security system has set see page You can customize the exterior lights not to flash and the beeper not to sound 255 Keyless Lock Acknowledgment Multi In...

Page 119: ...ime from 30 seconds to 60 or 90 seconds When your selection is successfully completed the display changes as shown above and then goes back to the customize item screen If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears go back to KEYLESS LOCK ACKNOWLEDGMENT and repeat the procedure again You can choose this item to customize from DOOR SETUP by pressing the INFO button repeatedly CONTINUED Multi Informatio...

Page 120: ... selection is successfully completed the display changes as shown above and then goes back to the customize item screen Press the SEL RESET button to enter the selecting mode Select the desired setting by pressing the INFO button then enter your selection by pressing the SEL RESET button Multi Information Display 114 ...

Page 121: ... the same procedure to select DEFAULT ALL If you want to cancel DEFAULT ALL select CANCEL then press the SEL RESET button The screen goes back to the previous display To set the default settings press the INFO button to select SET then press the SEL RESET button When DEFAULT ALL is set you will see the above display for several seconds then the screen returns to the default all setting display DEF...

Page 122: ...TONS MULTI INFORMATION BUTTONS AUXILIARY INPUT JACK MULTI INFORMATION BUTTONS ECON BUTTON WINDSHIELD WIPERS WASHERS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER HEATED MIRROR CLOCK ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONS NAVIGATION SYSTEM VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS BLUETOOTH HANDS FREE LINK SYSTEM VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS AUDIO SYSTEM P 333 P 251 P 259 P 259 P 252 P 254 P 166 P 256 P 198 NAVIGATION SYSTEM AUDIO SYSTE...

Page 123: ...ver MIST OFF INT Intermittent LO Low speed HI High speed Windshield washers The length of the wipe interval is varied automatically according to vehicle s speed Vary the delay by turning the adjustment ring If you turn it to the shortest delay position the wipers change to low speed operation when the vehicle speed exceeds 12 mph 20 km h The length of the wiper interval is varied automatically acc...

Page 124: ... operates every 7 seconds after completing two sweeps When you turn the wiper switch to the OFF position the wiper will return to its parked position OFF The rear window washer uses the same fluid reservoir as the wind shield washer When you shift the transmission to the reverse position with the front windshield wiper activated the rear wiper operates automatically even if the rear wiper switch i...

Page 125: ...e lights on indicator comes on as a reminder This indicator stays on if you leave the lights on and turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY I or LOCK 0 position If you leave the lights on with the key removed from the ignition switch you will hear a reminder chime when you open the driver s door Push the left lever forward until you hear a click The blue high beam indicator will come on see page...

Page 126: ...e the parking brake They remain on until you turn the ignition switch off even if you set the parking brake The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn them on with the switch If you see a CHECK DRL SYSTEM message on the multi information display there is a problem with the daytime running light system Take your vehicle to a dealer to have it checked Daytime Running Lights Headlights 1...

Page 127: ...you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position The knob on the instrument panel controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights Turn the knob to adjust the brightness with the ignition switch in the ON II position and the parking lights on When you turn the knob the multi information display changes to vertical bars that show you the current level You will hear a tone when you reach the...

Page 128: ...rns off in about 10 seconds Push the button next to the audio system to turn on the hazard warning lights four way flashers This causes all four outside turn signal lights and both turn signal indicators in the instrument panel to flash Use the hazard warning lights if you need to park in a dangerous area near heavy traffic or if your vehicle is disabled Hazard Warning Button Instrument Panel Brig...

Page 129: ...the inside of all rear windows can be accidentally damaged When cleaning the glass always wipe side to side The rear window defogger will clear fog frost and thin ice from the windows Push the defogger button to turn it on and off The indicator in the button comes on to show the defogger is on It also shuts off when you turn off the ignition switch You have to turn the defogger on again when you r...

Page 130: ...de on and off The ECON mode helps you improve your fuel economy by modifying some vehicle functions When the ECON mode is on In addition when the ECON mode is on you may get more Ecological Drive Assist points see page The climate control system will have greater temperature fluctuations Engine performance will be different When you turn off and then restart the engine the ECON mode setting remain...

Page 131: ...ck the steering wheel in position Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up down in and out Make sure the lever is positioned securely at the bottom of the steering column as shown 1 3 4 2 Steering Wheel Adjustments Instruments and Controls 125 To adjust To lock LEVER Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose control of t...

Page 132: ...eep the keys away from liquids If they get wet dry them immediately with a soft cloth Two ignition keys come with your vehicle You should keep one of them in a safe place away from the vehicle as a spare They fit all the locks on your vehicle You should have received a key number tag with your keys You will need this number if you ever have to get a lost key replaced Use only Honda approved key bl...

Page 133: ...tion again The system may not recognize your key s coding if another immobilizer key or other metal object i e key chain is near the ignition switch when you insert the key As required by the FCC This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference rece...

Page 134: ...he shift lever must also be in Park You can operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in this position If you leave the key in the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY I position and open the driver s door you will see a RETURN IGNITION SWITCH TO LOCK 0 POSITION message on the multi information display and hear a reminder beeper If you turn the ignition key to the ACCESSORY I position w...

Page 135: ... door Remove the key to turn off the beeper You will also see a REMOVE KEY message on the multi information display The shift lever must be in Park before you can remove the key from the ignition switch This is the normal key position when driving Several of the indicators on the instrument panel come on as a test when you turn the ignition switch from the ACCESSORY I to the ON II position START I...

Page 136: ... or use the key on the outside lock on the driver s door Pushing the rear of either master door lock switch will unlock all doors and the hatch Pushing forward the lock tab on the driver s door unlocks only that door All doors and the hatch can be locked from the outside by using the key in the driver s door To unlock only the driver s door insert the key turn it clockwise and release it The remai...

Page 137: ...he door When the vehicle speed reaches about 10 mph U S 15 km h Canada or more all the doors and the hatch lock automatically When you shift to P after driving the driver s door unlocks If you forget and leave the key in the ignition switch lockout prevention will not allow you to lock the driver s door With any door or the hatch open and the key in the ignition switch locking with master door loc...

Page 138: ... any door or the hatch within 30 seconds the doors automatically relock and the security system sets The ceiling light and the door activated spotlights come on when you press the UNLOCK button if the lights are in the door activated position If you do not open any door or the hatch within 30 seconds or whatever setting of the interior light dimming time is set to the light s will fade out If you ...

Page 139: ...as soon as possible Battery type CR1616 To replace the battery Press and hold this button for about 1 second to attract attention the horn will sound and the exterior lights will flash for about 30 seconds To cancel panic mode press any other button on the remote transmitter or turn the ignition switch to the ON II position Panic mode does not work when the key is in the ignition switch CONTINUED ...

Page 140: ...e the transmitter by prying its middle seam with your fingernail Inside the transmitter separate the inner cover from the keypad by carefully prying on the edge with a coin Remove the old battery and note the polarity Make sure the polarity of the new battery is the same side facing down then insert it in the keypad 1 2 3 4 Remote Transmitter 134 NOTE SCREW BATTERY COIN ...

Page 141: ... the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS 210 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device An improperly disposed of battery can hurt the environme...

Page 142: ...push the rear of the master door lock switch or push UNLOCK twice on the remote transmitter To open the hatch pull and lift up the release To close the hatch use the handle to lower it then press down on the back edge Keep the hatch closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the hatch and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior See on page 56 Carbon Monoxide Hazard Hatch 136...

Page 143: ...d screwdriver to remove the cover on the back of the hatch Push the release lever to the lower right as shown and push the hatch to open it If you need to unlock the hatch manually it means there is a problem with the hatch Have the vehicle checked by your dealer Unlocking the Hatch Hatch Instruments and Controls 137 Unlock COVER RELEASE LEVER ...

Page 144: ...orrectly rock it back and forth to make sure it is locked in position To adjust the seat forward or backward pull up on the bar under the seat cushion s front edge Move the seat to the desired position and release the bar Try to move the seat to make sure it is locked in position Make all adjustments before you start driving See pages for important safety information and warnings about how to prop...

Page 145: ...you adjust them so the center of the back of the occupant s head rests against the center of the restraint The head restraints adjust for height You need both hands to adjust a restraint Do not attempt to adjust it while driving To raise it pull upward To lower the restraint push the release button sideways and push the restraint down CONTINUED Head Restraints Adjusting the Head Restraint Seats In...

Page 146: ...it When a passenger is seated in the rear seat the head restraint should be adjusted up or down to match the passenger s height The Seat back must be folded forward see page to get ceiling clearance for removal of the head restraints 142 For Rear Seat Head Restraints Removing the Head Restraint Seats 140 LEGS SEAT BACK SEAT BACK LEGS RELEASE BUTTON Rear Outer Position CUSHION Rear Center Position ...

Page 147: ...injuries to the neck and upper spine After a collision the activated restraint should return to its normal position For a head restraint system to work properly Do not hang any items on the head restraints or from the restraint legs Do not place any object between an occupant and the seat back Install each restraint in its proper location If the restraints do not return to their normal position or...

Page 148: ...s from the seat before folding down the seat back and make sure there are no items on the floor before folding down the seats Reverse this procedure to return the seat back to the upright position Pull on the seat back to make sure it is latched If the seat back is not latched fully the seat belt will not work properly and you will see the red indicator behind the release lever as shown Do not put...

Page 149: ...rea are secured Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you have to brake hard See on page The lid of the console compartment can be used as an armrest 295 EX models only Armrest Carrying Cargo Seats Instruments and Controls 143 ...

Page 150: ... of the mirror to select the day or night position Move the selector switch to L driver s side or R passenger s side Turn the ignition switch to the ON II position Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to move the mirror right left up or down When you finish move the selector switch to the center off position This turns the adjustment switch off to keep your settings 1 2 3 4 Adjusting...

Page 151: ...ressing the rear window defogger button The indicator in the button comes on as a reminder Press the button again to turn the heaters and the defogger off This heated mirror function has a timer see page 123 On U S EX models and all Canadian models Power Mirror Heaters Mirrors Instruments and Controls 145 HEATED MIRROR BUTTON ...

Page 152: ...e driver s window push or pull the window switch firmly down or up to the second detent and release it The window will automatically go down or up all the way To stop the window pull or push the window switch briefly AUTO Power Windows 146 DRIVER S WINDOW SWITCH FRONT PASSENGER S WINDOW SWITCH MAIN SWITCH Closing a power window on someone s hands or fingers can cause serious injury Make sure your ...

Page 153: ...e will operate for up to 10 minutes after you turn off the ignition switch Opening either front door cancels this function The indicators inside the window switches come on when the light control switch is in either or position with the ignition switch in the ON II position driver s window switch only on LX When you push the main switch in the indicator comes on and the passengers windows cannot b...

Page 154: ...ing brake is fully released see page If you drive without releasing the parking brake a beeper will sound and you will also see a RELEASE PARKING BRAKE message on the multi information display 64 Parking Brake 148 PARKING BRAKE LEVER Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and hubs A beeper will sound if the vehicle is put into gear with the parking brake on ...

Page 155: ...ROR FRONT DOOR POCKET USB ADAPTER CABLE BEVERAGE HOLDERS CENTER CONSOLE COMPARTMENT CARGO AREA COVER REAR DOOR BEVERAGE HOLDER CENTER TRAY GLOVE BOX ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET FLOOR STORAGE COMPARTMENT AUXILIARY INPUT JACK SEAT BACK POCKETS UNDER FLOOR STORAGES EX model is shown CARGO AREA If equipped ...

Page 156: ...cover s leading edge then clip the mounting rods in the slots at both sides of the hatch opening To retract the cover slip the rods out of the hooks and guide the cover so it rolls back fully into its housing Do not store parcels on the cargo area cover The cover may break if weight is placed on it On Canadian EX model only Cargo Area Cover Interior Convenience Items 150 HANDLE MOUNTING ROD ...

Page 157: ...nel then push it into the side panel slightly and insert the other end into its holder Make sure the housing unit is securely placed so it will not come loose while you are driving You can store the cargo area cover under the cargo area floor Open the cargo floor lid Open the cargo area cover holder lids located on both sides of the cargo area floor 1 2 CONTINUED Storing the Cargo Area Cover Inter...

Page 158: ...or fold the cargo floor forward To use the storage compartment located on the left side of the cargo area floor hold the strap and raise the lid Close the lid by pressing until it latches 3 4 Under Floor Storages Floor Storage Compartments Interior Convenience Items 152 STRAP LID CARGO FLOOR STORAGES CARGO AREA COVER ...

Page 159: ...DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less 10 amps Be careful when you are using the beverage holders A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers Liquid can also spill from the front and rear door pocket beverage holders when you open or close the doors Use only resealable containers in the door pockets CONTINUED Beverage Holders Accessory Power Sockets Interior Conveni...

Page 160: ... To open the console compartment pull up on the lever and lift the armrest To close lower the armrest and push it down until it latches The glove box light comes on when the parking lights are on Open the glove box by pulling the handle to the left Close it with a firm push On EX models only On EX models only Console Compartment Glove Box Interior Convenience Items 154 LEVER ...

Page 161: ...nal position on the center console To open the center pocket push on the knob To close it push the lid up until it latches Center Tray Center Pockets Interior Convenience Items Instruments and Controls 155 PARTITION KNOB Push LID An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt Always keep the glove box closed while driving ...

Page 162: ...oward the side window Make sure you put the sun visor back in place when you are getting into or out of the vehicle To use a coat hook slide it out slightly then pull it down Make sure the coat hook is pulled up when you are not using it This hook is not designed for large or heavy items On U S EX models and Canadian models Vanity Mirror Sun Visors Coat Hook Interior Convenience Items 156 COAT HOO...

Page 163: ... light stays on then fades out in about 30 seconds Turn on a spotlight by pushing the lens Push the lens again to turn it off You can use the spotlights at all times Unlock the driver s door with the key or remote transmitter Open any door To change the INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME setting see page If you leave any door open without the key in the ignition switch the ceiling light will go off after...

Page 164: ...Your vehicle has a cargo area light on the left side panel of the cargo area It comes on when you open the hatch Cargo Area Light Interior Lights 158 U S EX model Push CARGO AREA LIGHT Push SPOTLIGHTS ...

Page 165: ...187 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device Models without navigation system 188 USB Flash Memory Device Error Messages Models without navigation system 197 Playing the AM FM Radio Models with navigation system 198 Playing a Disc Models with navigation system 204 Disc Player Error Messages Models with navigation system 214 Playing a PC card Models with navigation system 215 PC Card Player Malfunction 22...

Page 166: ...DIAL AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON RECIRCULATION BUTTON U S EX models and all Canadian models FRESH AIR BUTTON WINDSHIELD DEFROST BUTTON REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER HEATED MIRRORS BUTTON REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON OFF BUTTON MODE CONTROL BUTTON FAN CONTROL BAR ...

Page 167: ...he desired temperature by turning the temperature control dial The system automatically selects the proper mix of conditioned and or heated air that will as quickly as possible raise or lower the interior temperature to your preference Turning this dial clockwise increases the temperature of the airflow The climate control system can also be operated by voice control See the navigation system manu...

Page 168: ... short periods only To keep stale air and mustiness from collecting you should have the fan running at all times Press the side of the bar to increase the fan speed and airflow Press the side of the bar to decrease them You can manually select various functions of the climate control system when it is in fully automatic mode All other features remain automatically controlled Making any manual sele...

Page 169: ...again Select recirculation mode when driving through dusty or smoky conditions then return to fresh air mode The outside air intakes for the climate control system are at the base of the windshield Keep this area clear of leaves and other debris When the fresh air indicator is on air is brought in from the outside of the vehicle The system should be left in fresh air mode under almost all conditio...

Page 170: ...ar window To increase airflow to the windshield close the corner vents For faster defogging manually set the fan speed to high For your safety make sure you have a clear view through all the windows before driving When you select the system automatically switches to fresh air mode and turns on the A C For faster defrosting manually set the fan speed to high You can also increase airflow to the win...

Page 171: ... sunlight sensor is located in the top of the dashboard and a temperature humidity sensor is next to the steering column Do not cover the sensors or spill any liquid on them Climate Control System Sunlight Temperature and Humidity Sensors Features 165 TEMPERATURE HUMIDITY SENSOR SUNLIGHT SENSOR ...

Page 172: ...Playing the FM AM Radio Models without navigation system 166 BUTTON SEEK BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON A SEL BUTTON SCAN BUTTON SEEK BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS VOL SELECT KNOB FM AM BUTTON ...

Page 173: ...ht to tune to a higher frequency or left to tune to a lower frequency To turn it off press the VOL SELECT knob or button or button The system will return to the normal display about 10 seconds after you stop adjusting the tune mode The SEEK function searches up and down from the current frequency to find a station with a strong signal To activate it press and hold the or side of the SEEK button un...

Page 174: ...ns auto select has stored you can store other frequencies on the preset buttons as previously described press the A SEL button This restores the presets you originally set For information on FM AM radio frequencies and reception see page Each preset button can store one frequency on AM and two frequencies on FM Select the desired band AM or FM Use the tune seek or scan function to tune the radio t...

Page 175: ...stem on you will see the RDS INFO ON message on the display If the station you are listening to is an RDS station the displayed frequency switches to the station name If the station you are listening to is not an RDS station the display continues to show the frequency with the PS name display function on When you turn off this function by pressing the TITLE button the display shows RDS INFO OFF Pl...

Page 176: ...d blues RELIGION Programs concerned with religion CLASSIC Classical music JAZZ Jazz INFO News information sports talk shows foreign language personality public college and weather TRAFFIC Traffic information Press or button to select an RDS category The display shows the selected RDS category name for about 10 seconds You can use the search or scan function to find radio stations in the selected R...

Page 177: ...selected RDS category information This can help you to find a station in your favorite category To activate it press the or side of the SEEK button You will see the selected RDS category name blinking while searching it When the system finds a station the selected RDS category name will be displayed again for about 5 seconds If the system does not find a station NOTHING will be blinking for about ...

Page 178: ...VC mode controls the volume based on vehicle speed The faster you go the louder the audio volume becomes As you slow down the audio volume decreases The SVC has four modes SVC OFF SVC LOW SVC MID and SVC HIGH Turn the VOL SELECT knob to adjust the setting to your liking If you feel the sound is too loud choose low If you feel the sound is too quiet choose high This function is set to MID as the de...

Page 179: ...Playing a Disc Models without navigation system Features 173 BUTTON TITLE BUTTON CD BUTTON DISC SLOT BUTTON EJECT BUTTON SEEK BUTTON SCAN BUTTON SEEK BUTTON BUTTON RDM BUTTON RPT BUTTON ...

Page 180: ...folders and each folder can hold more than 255 playable files A disc can hold up to 999 files in total When there are more than 99 folders in a disc the audio display only shows two digits If a file on a WMA disc is protected by digital rights management DRM the audio unit displays UNSUPPORTED and then skips to the next file If you have a disc that is a combination of CD DA tracks and MP3 WMA file...

Page 181: ...yer with the same controls used for the radio The number of the current track is shown in the display When playing a disc in MP3 or WMA the numbers of the current folder and file are shown The system will continuously play a disc until you change modes You cannot load and play 3 inch 8 cm discs in this system For information on how to handle and protect compact discs see page The specifications fo...

Page 182: ...ext data is playing you will see NO INFO on the display The display shows up to 16 characters of selected text data the folder name file name etc If the text data has more than 16 characters you will see the first 15 characters and the indicator on the display Press and hold the TITLE button until the next 16 characters are shown You can see up to 31 characters of text data Each time you press the...

Page 183: ...e name In MP3 WMA mode use the or button to select folders in the disc and use the SEEK button to change files Each time you press and release the side the player skips forward to the beginning of the next track files in MP3 WMA mode Press and release the side to skip backward to the beginning of the current track Press it again to skip to the beginning of the previous track To move rapidly within...

Page 184: ...see RDM in the display Press and hold the RDM button to turn it off This feature when activated plays the files in the current folder in random order rather than in the order they are compressed in MP3 WMA To activate folder random play press the RDM button You will see F RDM in the display The system will then select and play files randomly This continues until you deactivate folder random play b...

Page 185: ...conds and begin playing Press the FM AM button to switch to the radio while a disc is playing To play the disc press the CD button If you turn the system off while a disc is playing either with the button or by turning off the ignition switch the disc will stay in the drive When you turn the system back on the disc will begin playing where it left off For information on how to handle and protect c...

Page 186: ...lear it take your vehicle to a dealer Cause Solution Error Message 249 Track File format not supported Mechanical Error FOCUS Error TOC Error Current track will be skipped The next supported track or file plays automatically Press the EJECT button and pull out the disc Check the disc for serious damage signs of deformation excessive scratches and or dirt see page 249 Insert the disc again If the c...

Page 187: ... Playing an iPod Models without navigation system Features 181 BUTTON BUTTON TITLE BUTTON AUX BUTTON iPod INDICATOR SEEK SKIP BUTTON USB INDICATOR BUTTON RPT BUTTON SEEK SKIP BUTTON RDM BUTTON EX model ...

Page 188: ...on the iPod with iTunes This audio system can play the audio files on the iPod with the same controls used for the in dash disc player To play an iPod connect it to the USB adapter cable in the console compartment by using your dock connector then press the AUX button The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY I or ON II position The iPod will also be recharged with the ignition switch in these ...

Page 189: ...not appear in the audio display check the connections and try to reconnect the iPod a few times If the audio system still does not recognize the iPod the iPod may need to be reset Follow the instructions that came with your iPod or you can find reset instructions online at 1 2 3 www apple com ipod CONTINUED Connecting an iPod Playing an iPod Models without navigation system Features 183 DOCK CONNE...

Page 190: ...r side or of the SKIP button Each time you press the TITLE button the display mode switches between the album name the song name the artist name or name off which turns off the text display The display shows up to 16 characters of the selected data If the text data has more than 16 characters you will see the first 15 characters and the indicator in the display Press and hold the TITLE button unti...

Page 191: ... to the previous display and pressing the TITLE button cancels this setting mode You can select any type of repeat and shuffle mode by using the RPT button or the RDM button This feature continuously plays a file To activate the repeat feature press the RPT button You will see RPT in the display To turn it off press the RPT button again This feature plays all available files in a selected list pla...

Page 192: ...at any time when you see the OK to disconnect message in the iPod display Always make sure you see the OK to disconnect message in the iPod display before you disconnect it Make sure to follow the iPod s instructions on how to disconnect the dock connector from the USB adapter cable The displayed message may vary on models or versions On some models there is no message to disconnect If you reconne...

Page 193: ...ice is connected Disconnect the device Then turn the audio system off and turn it on again Do not reconnect the device that caused the error Appears when the iPod is empty Store some files in the iPod Appears when an unsupported device is connected Disconnect the device Appears when an unsupported iPod is connected See page 182 for the specification information for iPods If it appears when a suppo...

Page 194: ...ng a USB Flash Memory Device Models without navigation system 188 BUTTON BUTTON TITLE BUTTON SEEK SKIP BUTTON USB INDICATOR AUX BUTTON BUTTON SEEK SKIP BUTTON RDM BUTTON RPT BUTTON VOL SELECT BUTTON EX model ...

Page 195: ...some files or display some text data The recommended USB flash memory devices are 256 MB or higher Some digital audio players may be compatible as well Only AAC format files recorded with iTunes are playable on this audio unit The audio system reads and plays the audio files on the USB flash memory device in MP3 WMA or AAC formats Depending on the format the display shows MP3 WMA or AAC when a USB...

Page 196: ...Hz Supported standards WMA version 7 8 9 Sampling frequency 8 11 025 12 16 22 05 24 32 44 1 48 kHz The specifications for compatible MP3 files are Bitrate 32 40 48 56 64 80 96 112 128 160 192 224 256 320 VBR kbps MPEG1 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 80 96 112 128 144 160 VBR kbps MPEG2 Sampling frequency 32 44 1 48 kHz MPEG1 16 22 05 24 kHz MPEG2 Supported standards MPEG1 Audio Layer3 MPEG2 Audio LSF Laye...

Page 197: ... flash memory device is connected the USB indicator is shown in the display Connect the USB flash memory device to the USB connector correctly and securely 1 2 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device Models without navigation system Connecting a USB Flash Memory Device Features 191 USB CONNECTOR USB ADAPTER CABLE USB ADAPTER CABLE ...

Page 198: ...older name the file name the artist name the album name the song name or name off which turns off the text display The display shows up to 16 characters of the selected data If the text data has more than 16 characters you will see the first 15 characters and the indicator in the display Press and hold the TITLE button until the next 16 characters are shown To select a different folder press the b...

Page 199: ... selection You can select any type of repeat random and scan modes by using the RPT button RDM button or SCAN button Pressing the button goes back to the previous display and pressing the TITLE button cancels this setting mode Playing a USB Flash Memory Device Models without navigation system To Select a File from Folder and File Lists To Select Repeat Random or Scan Mode Features 193 Press the VO...

Page 200: ...e RPT button repeatedly You will see F RPT in the display To turn it off press and hold the RPT button Each time you press and release the RPT button the mode changes from file repeat to folder repeat then to normal play This feature plays all the files in random order To activate the track random feature press the RDM button You will see RDM in the display To turn it off press and hold the RDM bu...

Page 201: ...older in the order they are stored To activate the scan feature press the SCAN button You will see SCAN in the display You will get a 10 second sampling of each file in the folder Press and hold the SCAN button to get out of the scan mode and play the last file sampled This feature plays the files in the selected folder in random order To activate the folder random feature press the RDM button rep...

Page 202: ...cted on the audio system Always follow the USB flash memory device s instructions when you remove it When you disconnect the USB flash memory device while it is playing the display shows USB NO DATA If you reconnect the same USB flash memory device the system will begin playing where it left off 197 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device Models without navigation system USB Flash Memory Device Error Me...

Page 203: ...system off and turn it on again Do not reconnect the device that caused the error Appears when the files in the USB flash memory device are DRM or an unsupported format This error message appears for about 3 seconds then plays the next song Appears when the USB flash memory device is empty or there are no MP3 WMA or AAC files in the USB flash memory device Save some MP3 WMA or AAC files in the USB...

Page 204: ...ying the AM FM Radio Models with navigation system 198 TUNE BAR SCAN BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS AM FM BUTTON POWER VOLUME KNOB FM1 ICON SOUND ICON AM ICON BACK GROUND ICON AUTO SELECT ICON FM2 ICON ...

Page 205: ...ons on the selected band tune seek scan the preset buttons and auto select Use the TUNE bar to tune the radio to a desired frequency Press the side of the bar to tune to a higher frequency and press the side to tune to a lower frequency Press and hold the or side of the TUNE bar until you hear two beeps to change the frequency rapidly Release the bar when the display reaches the desired frequency ...

Page 206: ...ds Each preset button s frequency is shown on the bottom of the audio display If you do nothing the system will then scan for the next strong station and play it for 10 seconds When it plays a station you want to listen to press the SCAN button again Each preset button can store one frequency on AM and two frequencies on FM Select the desired band AM or FM Use the tune seek or scan function to tun...

Page 207: ...et button if auto select cannot find a strong station for every preset button If you do not like the stations auto select has stored you can store other frequencies on the preset buttons as previously described touch the AUTO SEL icon This restores the presets you originally set For information on FM AM radio frequencies and reception see page You can adjust the sound on the navigation screen To a...

Page 208: ...n is set to MID as the default setting when the vehicle leaves the factory If you feel the sound is too loud choose low If you feel the sound is too quiet choose Hi You can also select the icon with the joystick Move it up and down to move the highlighting and scroll through lists Select the icon then enter the joystick The system will return to the audio display about 10 seconds after you stop ad...

Page 209: ...s turned off You can select the background screen to display the sound level There are three screen modes level the sound level is shown with the vertical bars spectrum analysis the sound level appears as ripples of water and off Each time you touch the background icon the display changes 121 Playing the AM FM Radio Models with navigation system Audio System Lighting Screen Mode Features 203 ...

Page 210: ...c Models with navigation system 204 SCAN BUTTON JOYSTICK AUDIO BUTTON POWER VOLUME KNOB OPEN BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON REWIND BUTTON FAST FORWARD BUTTON TUNE BAR CD ICON CD AUX BUTTON SKIP BUTTON SKIP BUTTON ...

Page 211: ...ture it takes a while to read the disc before the system begins to play it If you have a disc that is a combination of CD DA tracks and MP3 WMA files you can choose the format to listen to by pressing and holding the CD AUX button Video CDs and DVD discs will not work in this unit A disc compressed in AAC format cannot be played in this audio system CONTINUED Playing a Disc Models with navigation ...

Page 212: ... 48 kHz MPEG1 16 22 05 24 kHz MPEG2 Bitrate 32 40 48 56 64 80 96 112 128 160 192 224 256 320 kbps MPEG1 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 80 96 112 128 160 kbps MPEG2 Compatible with variable bitrate and multi session Maximum layers including ROOT 8 layers Sampling frequency 32 44 1 48 kHz Bitrate 48 64 80 96 128 160 192 kbps Maximum layers including ROOT 8 layers Compatible with variable bitrate and multi s...

Page 213: ...the way and begin to play it You cannot load and play 3 inch 8 cm discs in this system To return the screen to the upright position press the CLOSE button on the edge of the screen panel Do not use the folded screen as a tray If you put a cup for example on the screen the liquid inside the cup may spill on the screen when you go over a bump CONTINUED To Load a Disc Playing a Disc Models with navig...

Page 214: ...f the disc was not recorded with text data it will not be displayed You can use the preset buttons while a disc is playing to select passages and change tracks files in MP3 or WMA mode Each preset button s function is shown on the bottom of the screen You can also select an icon with the joystick Move it to left right up or down to change the highlighting and scroll through lists Then press ENT on...

Page 215: ...ns off folder repeat To continuously replay a track file in MP3 or WMA mode press and release the RPT button preset 1 You will see TRACK REPEAT in the display Press the RPT button again to turn it off To select a different folder press either side of the TUNE bar to move to the beginning of the next folder Press the side of the TUNE bar to skip to the next folder and the side to move to the beginn...

Page 216: ...s files randomly This continues until you deactivate folder random by pressing the RDM button again or if you select a different folder with the TUNE bar The scan function samples all tracks files in MP3 or WMA in the order they were recorded To activate scan press and release the SCAN button You will see TRACK SCAN in the display You will get a 10 second sampling of each track file on the disc Pr...

Page 217: ...u will see FOLDER SCAN in the display The system plays the first file in each folder for about 10 seconds If you do nothing the system then plays the first file in each folder for 10 seconds each After playing the first file of the last folder the system goes to normal play Pressing either SKIP button preset 5 or 6 selecting a different folder with the TUNE bar or pressing the SCAN button also tur...

Page 218: ... selected track file With a disc in MP3 or WMA touch the folder icon on the upper left of the screen to move to the parent folder The current folder is highlighted in blue To play the radio when a disc is playing press the AM FM button or touch the FM1 FM2 or AM icon If a PC card is in the audio unit touch the CARD icon to play the PC card Press the CD AUX button again or touch the CD icon to swit...

Page 219: ...rotect discs see page To remove a disc from the audio unit fold back the screen by pressing the OPEN button see page Press the disc eject button to remove the disc If you eject the disc but do not remove it from the slot the system will automatically reload it after 10 seconds and put it in pause mode To begin playing press the CD AUX button 248 207 Playing a Disc Models with navigation system Rem...

Page 220: ...disc If the error message cycle repeats and you cannot clear it take your vehicle to a dealer Press the eject button and pull out the disc Check if it is inserted correctly in the disc player Make sure the disc is not scratched or damaged Press the eject button and pull out the disc Check the disc for damage or deformation If the disc cannot be pulled out or the error message does not disappear af...

Page 221: ...ion system Features 215 OPEN BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON SCAN BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON SKIP BUTTON FAST FORWARD BUTTON REWIND BUTTON JOYSTICK TUNE BAR PLAY MODE ICON TRACK LIST ICON POWER VOLUME KNOB CD AUX BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON SKIP BUTTON PC CARD ICON ...

Page 222: ...in straight If you cannot insert it remove it and insert again Do not keep PC cards in the vehicle Direct sunlight and high heat will damage them To avoid damaging the card reader do not insert hard disc drive cards into the PC card slot You cannot close the screen move it to the upright position until the PC card is inserted all the way into its slot or removed Never insert foreign objects into t...

Page 223: ...y 32 44 1 48 kHz MPEG1 16 22 05 24 kHz MPEG2 Bitrate 32 40 48 56 64 80 96 112 128 160 192 224 256 320 kbps MPEG1 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 80 96 112 128 160 kbps MPEG2 Compatible with variable bitrate and multi session Maximum layers including ROOT 8 layers Sampling frequency 32 44 1 48 kHz Bitrate 48 64 80 96 128 160 192 kbps Compatible with variable bitrate and multi session Maximum layers includin...

Page 224: ...OSE button on the edge of the screen panel Press the AUDIO button beside the screen to show the audio display and operate the PC card player You can also operate the audio system without using the control icons on the audio screen Press any of the appropriate control buttons The status bar appears on the bottom of the screen On the navigation screen you can see the audio information whenever you t...

Page 225: ... plays tracks in the order they were added to the card Album mode plays albums folders in alphabetical order If play mode information was not included in the tracks files when they were added to the card it will not be displayed on the screen CONTINUED To select a play mode Playing a PC Card Models with navigation system Features 219 MODE INDICATOR PLAY MODE ICON PLAY MODE ICON PLAY MODE ICON MODE...

Page 226: ...by touching the appropriate icon or move the joystick then press ENT After you select the play mode the display changes to the selectable playing menu If you select Continue playing the current song the system goes into the selected play mode after playing the current file Playing a PC Card Models with navigation system 220 PLAY MODE ICON ...

Page 227: ...n can also be selected with the joystick Move the joystick left or right and up or down until the icon is highlighted then press ENT on the top of the joystick to select the icon Each time you press and release preset 6 the player skips forward to the beginning of the next file Press and release preset 5 to skip backward to the beginning of the current file Press it again to skip to the beginning ...

Page 228: ...activate each repeat mode press and hold the RPT button preset 1 for 2 seconds You will see FOLDER REPEAT ARTIST REPEAT or ALBUM REPEAT in the display The system continuously replays the current folder artist album Press and hold the RPT button again to turn it off Pressing the RDM button or selecting a different folder artist album with the TUNE bar also turns off the repeat feature This feature ...

Page 229: ... system then selects and plays files randomly This continues until you deactivate each random play by pressing the RDM button again This feature when activated samples the first file in each folder artist album on the PC card in order To activate each scan feature press and hold the SCAN button You will see FOLDER SCAN ARTIST SCAN or ALBUM SCAN in the display The system plays the first file in the...

Page 230: ...k List icon The track list menu appears on the display To play a file touch its icon on the screen In folder mode touch the folder icon on the upper left of the screen to move to the parent folder The current folder is highlighted in blue In artist mode the artist name is also displayed on the right side of each selectable icon Select the desired file Using a Track List Playing a PC Card Models wi...

Page 231: ...rom the track list display the song search menu appears You can then select any of three modes to search a file Title by Keyword Artist and Album CONTINUED Song Search Function Playing a PC Card Models with navigation system Features 225 RETURN ICON ALBUM NAME Folder mode is shown SONG SEARCH ICON TITLE BY KEYWORD ICON ARTIST ICON ALBUM ICON ...

Page 232: ...thout doing a search To cancel the selected letter touch the Delete icon To select more characters touch the More icon The other character list will be shown After the system searches for a song a file list is displayed To scroll through the list touch the or icon on the side of the screen Select the desired file by touching the appropriate icon or moving the joystick and pressing ENT Playing a PC...

Page 233: ... or touch the FM1 FM2 or AM icon If a disc is in the audio unit press the CD AUX button or touch the CD icon to play the disc Touch the CARD icon to switch back to the PC card player If you turn the system off while a PC card is playing either with the power volume knob or by turning off the ignition switch the card will stay in the drive When you turn the system back on the card will begin playin...

Page 234: ...e it from the slot you cannot return the screen to the upright position To return the screen to the upright position press the CLOSE button You can also eject a card when the ignition switch is off If there is a problem with the PC card player see your dealer 207 Playing a PC Card Models with navigation system Removing a PC Card PC Card Player Malfunction 228 ...

Page 235: ... Playing an iPod Models with navigation system Features 229 iPod INDICATOR AUDIO BUTTON USB ICON SKIP BUTTON SKIP BUTTON JOYSTICK POWER VOLUME KNOB CD AUX BUTTON SCAN BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON ...

Page 236: ...the iPod in the vehicle Direct sunlight and high heat will damage it Do not use an extension cable between the USB adapter cable equipped with your vehicle and your dock connector We recommend backing up your data before playing it iPods compatible with your audio system using the USB adapter cable are Use only compatible iPods with the latest software iPods that are not compatible will not work i...

Page 237: ...ize the iPod the iPod may need to be reset Follow the instructions that came with your iPod or you can find reset instructions online at The current file number and total of the selected playable files are displayed on the screen It also shows the artist album and track file names on the screen 1 2 3 www apple com ipod CONTINUED Playing an iPod Models with navigation system Connecting an iPod Feat...

Page 238: ... is playing to change files Each time you press the SKIP button Preset 6 the system skips forward to the beginning of the next file Press the SKIP button Preset 5 to skip backward to the beginning of the current file Press it again to skip to the beginning of the previous file If you select ALL on either the artists or albums list all available files on the selected list are played Playing an iPod...

Page 239: ...audio display Press the AUDIO button to show the audio display then touch the Track List icon The track list menu appears on the display To scroll through the display touch the or icon on the side of the screen To go back to the previous display touch the Return icon To play a file touch its icon on the screen The current folder is highlighted in blue CONTINUED Playing an iPod Models with navigati...

Page 240: ... it off press the RPT button Preset 1 again This feature plays all available files from the selected items in the iPod menu list playlists artists albums or songs in random order To activate the track random feature press the RDM button Preset 2 You will see TRACK RANDOM in the display To turn it off press the RDM button Preset 2 Playing an iPod Models with navigation system To Select Repeat or Ra...

Page 241: ...o disconnect message in the iPod display before you disconnect it Make sure to follow the iPod s instructions on how to disconnect the dock connector from the USB adapter cable The displayed message may vary on models or versions On some models there is no message to disconnect When you disconnect the iPod while it is playing the navigation screen shows NO DATA If you reconnect the same iPod the s...

Page 242: ...lution in the chart to the right If you cannot clear the error message take your vehicle to your dealer Error Message Solution Appears when an unsupported iPod is connected There is no music information iPod Error Messages Models with navigation system 236 UNSUPPORTED NO SONG ...

Page 243: ...sh Memory Device Models with navigation system Features 237 AUDIO BUTTON USB ICON SKIP BUTTON SKIP BUTTON JOYSTICK POWER VOLUME KNOB CD AUX BUTTON SCAN BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON TUNE FOLDER BAR WMA MP3 INDICATOR ...

Page 244: ...ital audio players may be compatible as well Some USB flash memory devices such as devices with security lock out features etc will not work in this audio unit Do not use a device such as a card reader or hard drive as the device or your files may be damaged Do not connect your USB flash memory device using a hub Do not use an extension cable to the USB adapter cable equipped with your vehicle Do ...

Page 245: ...on Top partition only Bitrate 48 320 VBR kbps Max 384 Maximum layers 8 Sampling frequency 32 44 1 48 kHz Supported standards WMA version 7 8 9 Partition Top partition only The specifications for compatible AAC files are Bitrate 8 320 kbps Supported standards MPEG4 AAC LC MPEG2 AAC LC Maximum layers 8 Sampling frequency 8 11 025 12 16 22 05 24 32 44 1 48 kHz Partition Top partition only Supported s...

Page 246: ...ds a DRM file the audio unit displays UNPLAYABLE FILE and then skips to the next file Connect the USB flash memory device to the USB connector correctly and securely When the USB flash memory device is connected and the USB mode is selected on the audio system the WMA or MP3 indicator is shown on the navigation screen It also shows the folder and file numbers and the elapsed time on the screen 1 2...

Page 247: ...ess the side to skip to the beginning of the previous folder You can also select a file directly from a track list on the audio display Press the AUDIO button to show the audio display then touch the Track List icon The track list menu appears on the display To scroll through the display touch the or icon on the side of the screen To go back to the previous display touch the Return icon To play a ...

Page 248: ...he display To turn it off press the RPT button Preset 1 This feature replays all the files in the selected folder in the order they are stored To activate the folder repeat feature press and hold the RPT button Preset 1 You will see FOLDER REPEAT in the display To turn it off press and hold the RPT button Preset 1 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device Models with navigation system To Select Repeat Ran...

Page 249: ...R RANDOM in the display To turn it off press and hold the RDM button Preset 2 This feature samples all files in the selected folder in the order they are stored To activate the scan feature press the SCAN button You will see TRACK SCAN in the display You will also see the file number blinking You will get a 10 second sampling of each file in the folder Press the SCAN button to get out of the scan ...

Page 250: ...SB flash memory device while it is playing the navigation screen shows NO DATA If you reconnect the same USB flash memory device the system will begin playing where it left off If you see an error message on the screen see page This feature samples the first file in each folder in the order they are stored To activate the folder scan feature press and hold the SCAN button You will see FOLDER SCAN ...

Page 251: ... your dealer Error Message Solution The system cannot read the file s Check the files in the USB flash memory device There is a possibility that the files have been damaged Appears when an unsupported USB flash memory device is connected There is no music information USB Flash Memory Device Error Messages Models with navigation system Features 245 UNPLAYABLE FILE UNSUPPORTED NO SONG ...

Page 252: ...nsmitter If you are listening to an AM station you will notice the sound volume becoming weaker and the station drifting in and out If you are listening to an FM station you will see the stereo indicator flickering off and on as the signal weakens Eventually the stereo indicator will go off and the sound will fade completely as you get out of range of the station s signal Radio stations on the AM ...

Page 253: ... be affected by atmospheric conditions such as thunderstorms high humidity and even sunspots You may be able to receive a distant radio station one day and not receive it the next day because of a change in conditions Electrical interference from passing vehicles and stationary sources can cause temporary reception problems As required by the FCC Changes or modifications not expressly approved by ...

Page 254: ...ts edges never touch either surface Do not place stabilizer rings or labels on the disc These along with contamination from finger prints liquids and felt tip pens can cause the disc to not play properly or possibly jam in the drive When recording a CD R or CD RW the recording must be closed for it to be used by the system When using CD R or CD RW discs use only high quality discs labeled for audi...

Page 255: ... damage the audio unit Examples of these discs are shown to the right Bubbled wrinkled labeled and excessively thick discs Damaged discs Poor quality discs 1 2 3 CONTINUED Additional Information on Recommended Discs Protecting Your Discs Features 249 Sealed Warped Burrs Chipped Cracked With Label Sticker With Plastic Ring Using Printer Label Kit Bubbled Wrinkled ...

Page 256: ...e recording conditions Scratches and fingerprints on the discs may cause the sound to skip Recommended discs are printed with the following logo Audio unit may not play the following formats 4 5 Protecting Your Discs 250 Fingerprints scratches etc 3 inch 8 cm CD Triangle Shape Arrow Shape Can Shape ...

Page 257: ...or the system goes into the seek mode It finds a station with a strong signal If you are playing a disc iPod or USB flash memory device the system skips to the beginning of the next track file in MP3 WMA or AAC format each time you press the top of the CH button Press the bottom to return to the beginning of the current track file Press it twice to return to the previous track file You will see th...

Page 258: ...e to the next file Press the bottom to go back to the previous file Your vehicle has the auxiliary input jack on the front panel The system will accept auxiliary input from standard audio accessories When a compatible audio unit is connected to the jack press the CD AUX on vehicles with navigation system or AUX on vehicles without navigation system button to select it Auxiliary Input Jack Remote A...

Page 259: ...c code using the preset buttons icon on vehicle s with navigation system Because there are hundreds of number combinations possible from specific digits making the system work without knowing the exact code is nearly impossible If you make a mistake entering the code do not start over complete the sequence then enter the correct code You have 10 tries to enter the correct code If you are unsuccess...

Page 260: ...g the 2 M button until the numbers advance to the desired time Press the FM AM CLOCK button again to enter the set time You can quickly set the time to the nearest hour If the displayed time is before the half hour press the FM AM CLOCK button until you hear a beep then press the 3 R button to set the clock back to the previous hour If the displayed time is after the half hour the clock sets forwa...

Page 261: ... press the LOCK button on the remote transmitter within 5 seconds If the system is set the horn will beep once The security system sets automatically 15 seconds after you lock the doors hood and the hatch For the system to activate you must lock the doors and the hatch from the outside with the key driver s lock tab door lock master switch or remote transmitter The security system indicator on the...

Page 262: ...winding roads slippery roads heavy rain or bad weather Cruise control may not hold the set speed when you are going up and down hills If your vehicle speed increases going down a hill use the brakes to slow down This will cancel the cruise control To resume the set speed press the RES ACCEL button The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel will come back on When climbing a steep hill the...

Page 263: ...ut 1 mph 1 6 km h You can decrease the set cruising speed in any of these ways Even with the cruise control turned on you can still use the accelerator pedal to speed up for passing After completing the pass take your foot off the accelerator pedal The vehicle will return to the set cruising speed Push on the accelerator pedal Accelerate to the desired cruising speed then press the SET DECEL butto...

Page 264: ...er the previously set cruising speed To return to that speed accelerate to above 25 mph 40 km h and then press and release the RES ACCEL button The CRUISE CONTROL indicator comes on The vehicle will accelerate to the same cruising speed as before Tapping either of the paddle shifters shifts the speed up or down but does not cancel the cruise control For more information on driving with paddle shif...

Page 265: ...the command To use HFL you need a Bluetooth compatible cell phone For a list of compatible phones pairing procedures and special feature capabilities In the U S visit or call 888 528 7876 In Canada visit or call 888 9 HONDA 9 handsfreelink honda com www honda ca CONTINUED On models with navigation system HFL Buttons Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Using HFL HFL Talk button HFL Back button Features 259 HFL...

Page 266: ...ton each time you want to make a command After the beep speak in a clear natural tone When HFL is in use navigation voice commands cannot be recognized To change the volume level of HFL use the audio system volume knob or the steering wheel volume controls Air or wind noise from the dashboard and side vents and windows may interfere with the microphone Adjust or close them as necessary Bluetooth H...

Page 267: ... free help As an incoming call notification you will see the following display The Bluetooth icon will also appear on the audio display when a phone is linked Some phones may send battery signal strength and roaming status information to HFL Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Help Features Information Display Features 261 ROAM STATUS HFL MODE PHONE DIALING BATTERY LEVEL STATUS SIGNAL STRENGTH ...

Page 268: ... incoming call or HFL is in use will appear on the navigation screen when the audio system is on When there is an incoming call or HFL is in use HFL will appear at the bottom of the map screen Bluetooth HandsFreeLink 262 HFL MESSAGE ...

Page 269: ... system See page 267 Edit the name of a paired phone See page 267 Pair a phone to the system See page 266 Hear which paired phone is currently linked to the system See page 268 Search for another previously paired phone to link to See page 268 Set the pairing code to a Fixed or Random number See page 268 Once a phonebook entry is stored you can say a name here See page 269 123 555 Enter desired ph...

Page 270: ...ther end of the call See page 272 Send numbers or names during a call See page 272 Store a phonebook entry See page 273 Edit the name of an existing phonebook entry See page 273 Delete a phonebook entry See page 274 If your phone supports this function use this to transfer contacts from your phone to HFL See page 274 Hear a list of all stored phonebook entries See page 274 Press HFL Talk button Pr...

Page 271: ...sscode to the system that must be input at each key cycle to access the system See page 279 Change your security passcode See page 280 Clear the system of all paired phones phonebook entries and security passcode See page 281 Set how you would like to be notified of an incoming call See page 280 Press HFL Talk button Press and release the HFL Talk button each time you give a command Set calls to a...

Page 272: ...m will time out and return to idle Press and release the HFL Talk button If you are pairing a phone for the first time HFL will give you information about the pairing process If it is not the first phone you are pairing say and say Follow the HFL prompts and put your phone in discovery or search mode HFL will give you a 4 digit pairing code and begin searching for your phone When your phone finds ...

Page 273: ...ore a command Say Say after the prompts HFL will ask you which phone you want to delete Follow the HFL prompts to continue with the deletion Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command HFL will read out all the paired phone s names Say after the prompts Say 1 2 3 3 1 2 1 2 3 CONTINUED Phone setup Edit Phone setup Delete List Phone setup To hear the names of all paired phones To rename a...

Page 274: ...ill inform you which phone is now linked If no other phones are found or paired HFL will inform you that the original phone is linked again Say after the prompts If you want HFL to create a random code each time you pair a phone say If you want to choose your own 4 digit code to be used each time say and follow the HFL prompts 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To hear which paired phone ...

Page 275: ...nd Say or Follow the HFL prompts and say the phone number you want to dial Follow the HFL prompts to confirm the number and say or Once connected you will hear the person you called through the audio speakers Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command Follow the HFL prompts to confirm the name and make the call Follow the HFL prompts and say the name stored in the HFL phonebook that yo...

Page 276: ...ou select is PIN protected you will need to enter the PIN to access it See page for more information Press and release the HFL Talk button and say 1 2 3 277 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Search Imported Phonebook Cellular Phonebook Redial To redial the last number called by HFL To make a call from an imported phonebook 270 ...

Page 277: ...press the HFL Talk button again If you don t want to answer the incoming call disregard it and continue with your original call If you want to hang up the original call and answer the new call press the HFL Back button To search for a specific name in the phonebook enter the keyword for either the first or last name To display all names in the phonebook select the option If you choose the phone nu...

Page 278: ...ll press and release the HFL Talk button and say To unmute your voice press and release the HFL Talk button and say again Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command To send a pound say pound To send a star say star Follow the HFL prompts to send the tones and continue the call Follow the HFL prompts and say the name or number you want to send Say 1 2 3 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Transferr...

Page 279: ...to store the entry Avoid using duplicate name entries Avoid using home as a name entry It is easier for HFL to recognize a multisyllabic or longer name For example use Peter instead of Pete or John Smith instead of John Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command Say Say after the prompts Follow the HFL prompts and say the name entry you want to edit When asked say the new number for th...

Page 280: ...ss and release the HFL Talk button before a command Follow the HFL prompts select a number from your cell phone and send it to HFL Say after the prompts Say Follow the HFL prompts and name the number or say if it is not the number you want to store Follow the HFL prompts if you want to store another number 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 5 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Phonebook Delete Phonebook List Call Receive...

Page 281: ...orting the phonebook Select after the import is completed Once a phonebook has been imported you can search the phone numbers by the person s name Select and a list of imported phonebooks will be displayed Select a phonebook from the list For a list of cell phones that are compatible with this feature CONTINUED Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Cellular Phonebook Options Cellular Phonebook Options Import Ce...

Page 282: ...stored for the name If a name has more than three category icons is displayed If the phonebook is PIN protected you will need to enter the 4 digit PIN on the following screen To search for a specific name in the phonebook enter the keyword for either the first or last name To display all names in the phonebook select the option Bluetooth HandsFreeLink List 276 Preference Home Mobile Work Pager Fax...

Page 283: ...te any imported phonebook Select a phonebook you want to delete If the phonebook is PIN protected you will need to enter the 4 digit PIN number If you have selected a phonebook without a PIN you will see the above display Enter the new 4 digit PIN You will have to re enter the PIN for confirmation CONTINUED Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Delete Imported Phonebook Yes OK PIN Number Delete Imported Phonebo...

Page 284: ... asked to re enter the PIN for verification The display will change as shown above Select the phonebook you want The display will change as shown above Enter the current PIN for this phonebook Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To remove a PIN To change the PIN to a new number PIN number Do not use PIN 278 ...

Page 285: ...ollow the HFL prompts to confirm the number Once a passcode is set you will need to enter it to use HFL each time you start the vehicle If you forget the code your dealer will have to reset it for you or you will have to clear the entire system see page 1 2 3 4 281 CONTINUED System Setup System setup Security Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To set a 4 digit passcode to lock the HFL system for security pur...

Page 286: ... the prompts Follow the HFL prompts and say the new 4 digit passcode Follow the HFL prompts to confirm the number Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command Say Say after the prompts Follow the HFL prompts and say or You can also say for no audible incoming call notification The default setting is a ring tone 2 3 4 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 System setup Auto transfer System setup Change passcode S...

Page 287: ...hen you have forgotten the passcode and cannot access HFL When HFL asks you for the passcode say Paired phones all names in the HFL phonebook and all imported phonebook data will be lost Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command Follow the HFL prompts Say the language you want to change to in that language 1 2 3 2 1 Canadian models only System setup Clear System clear Quick Language S...

Page 288: ...ith Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This devic...

Page 289: ...ction will help you If you plan to add any accessories to your vehicle please read the information in this section first Break in Period 284 Fuel Recommendation 284 Service Station Procedures 285 Refueling 285 Tighten Fuel Cap Message 286 Opening and Closing the Hood 287 Oil Check 288 Engine Coolant Check 289 Fuel Economy 290 Accessories and Modifications 293 Carrying Cargo 295 Before Driving Befo...

Page 290: ...soline that does NOT contain manganese based fuel additives such as MMT We recommend using quality gasolines containing detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely affect performance and cause the malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel to come on If this happens contact your authorized dealer for service Some...

Page 291: ...k is not full there may be a problem with your vehicle s fuel vapor recovery system The system helps keep fuel vapor from going into the atmosphere Try filling at another pump If this does not fix the problem consult your dealer Push on the right edge of the fuel fill door and release it so that it pops open Pull it out to open it fully 1 2 3 4 If the fuel nozzle keeps clicking off Service Station...

Page 292: ... missing fuel fill cap as an evaporative system leak The first time a leak is detected a TIGHTEN FUEL CAP message appears on the multi information display Turn the engine off and confirm the fuel fill cap is installed If it is loosen it then retighten it until it clicks at least once The message should go off after several days of normal driving once you tighten or replace the fuel fill cap To scr...

Page 293: ...off after several days of normal driving once the cap is tightened or replaced If the MIL does not go off have your vehicle inspected by a dealer For more information see page If the hood latch handle moves stiffly or if you can open the hood without lifting the handle the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated Put your fingers under the front edge of the hood near the center Slide your hand t...

Page 294: ...To close the hood lift it up slightly to remove the support rod from the hole Put the support rod back into its holding clip Lower the hood to about a foot 30 cm above the fender then let it drop Make sure it is securely latched Holding the grip pull the support rod out of its clip Insert the end into the designated hole in the hood 2 3 1 3 Oil Check Service Station Procedures 288 DIPSTICK SUPPORT...

Page 295: ...IN line see on page for information on adding the proper coolant Remove the dipstick again and check the level It should be between the upper and lower marks If it is near or below the lower mark see on page 4 348 353 345 Owner s Maintenance Checks Engine Coolant Check Adding Engine Coolant Adding Engine Oil Service Station Procedures Before Driving 289 MAX MIN LOWER MARK UPPER MARK RESERVE TANK ...

Page 296: ...ehicle typical of longer trips in free flowing traffic A range of miles per gallon achieved is also provided Represents urban driving in light traffic A range of miles per gallon achieved is also provided Provides an estimated annual fuel cost based on 15 000 miles in the U S or 20 000 km in Canada per year multiplied by the cost per gallon based on EPA fuel cost data divided by the combined fuel ...

Page 297: ...duce your speed and you reduce the drag Trailers car top carriers roof racks and bike racks are also big contributors to increased drag An underinflated tire increases rolling resistance which reduces fuel economy It puts a heavier load on the engine increasing fuel consumption In particular a build up of snow or mud on your vehicle s underside adds weight and rolling resistance Frequent cleaning ...

Page 298: ...formation about your actual fuel economy Using frequency of fill ups or taking fuel gauge readings are NOT accurate measures of fuel economy Fuel economy may improve over the first several thousand miles Combine several short trips into one A warmed up engine is more fuel efficient than a cold one 1 2 3 4 Checking Your Fuel Economy Measuring Techniques Minimize the use of the air conditioning syst...

Page 299: ...lock brakes and tire pressure monitoring system if equipped Do not install accessories on the side pillars or across the rear windows Accessories installed in these areas may interfere with proper operation of the side curtain airbags Before installing any electronic accessory have the installer contact your dealer for assistance If possible have your dealer inspect the final installation Be sure ...

Page 300: ...eration of your vehicle s anti lock brakes and other systems Non Honda wheels because they are a universal design can cause excessive stress on suspension components and will not be compatible with the tire pressure monitoring system TPMS Raising your vehicle with a non Honda suspension kit can affect the handling and stability Lowering your vehicle with a non Honda suspension kit that significant...

Page 301: ...ring it can affect your vehicle s handling stability stopping distance and tires and make it unsafe Before carrying any type of cargo be sure to read the following pages 2 1 LX models only EX models only 1 2 1 Carrying Cargo Before Driving 295 CENTER TRAY CONSOLE COMPARTMENT COIN POCKET 1 LX models only 2 EX models only SEAT BACK POCKETS CARGO AREA DOOR POCKETS GLOVE BOX FLOOR STORAGE COMPARTMENT ...

Page 302: ...y of your vehicle Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on your vehicle s placard Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle The maximum load for your vehicle is ...

Page 303: ...ross Axle Weight Rating GAWR Both are on a label on the driver s doorjamb Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Carrying Cargo Before Driving 297 Max Load 850 lbs Max Load 850 lbs Max Load 850 lbs Cargo Weight 550 lbs Cargo Weight 250 lbs Cargo Weight 100 lbs Passenger Weight 150 lbs x 2 300 lbs Passenger Weight 150 lbs x 4 600 lbs Passenger Weight 150 lbs x 5 750 lbs ...

Page 304: ...ot shift while you are driving Do not place items on the cargo area cover if equipped or stack objects higher than the top of the back seat They could block your view and be thrown about the vehicle during a crash or sudden stop If you carry large items that prevent you from closing the hatch exhaust gas can enter the passenger area To avoid the possibility of follow the instructions on page If yo...

Page 305: ...er control unit The air intake for the IMA battery and electronics is located on the rear left pillar Do not block this air intake it may cause the IMA battery and the power control unit to overheat causing the IMA to shut down It will start working again after it cools Air Intake Carrying Cargo Before Driving 299 AIR INTAKE ...

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Page 307: ...tem and the tire pressure monitoring system TPMS Preparing to Drive 302 Starting the Engine 303 Ecological Drive Assist System Eco Assist 304 Automatic Transmission CVT 311 Driving with the Paddle Shifters 316 Auto Idle Stop 321 Parking 323 Braking System 324 Anti lock Brakes ABS 326 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS 328 Vehicle Stability Assist VSA aka Electronic Stability Control ESC System 3...

Page 308: ...are securely closed and locked Fasten your seat belt Check that your passengers have fastened their seat belts see page You should do the following checks and adjustments before you drive your vehicle Visually check the tires If a tire looks low use a gauge to check its pressure see page Check that the hood and hatch are fully closed When you start the engine check the gauges and indicators in the...

Page 309: ...tion Do not hold the key in the START III position for more than 15 seconds at a time If the engine does not start right away pause for at least 10 seconds before trying again 1 2 3 4 Starting the Engine Starting in Cold Weather Driving 303 The engine is harder to start in cold weather Also the thinner air found at altitudes above 8 000 feet 2 400 meters adds to this problem The immobilizer system...

Page 310: ... can display how it impacts your vehicle s fuel economy You can then make adjustments to your driving style to maximize fuel economy For additional information on fuel economy see page Ecological Drive Assist System Eco Assist is a driver feedback system designed to help you develop and maintain a fuel efficient driving style 72 290 75 124 Ecological Drive Assist System Eco Assist 304 ECO drive Re...

Page 311: ...ar extends to the left of the center line It is recommended to drive in the D position for better fuel efficiency CONTINUED Driving Style Eco Drive Bar Slow steady acceleration maximizes fuel economy Slow deceleration maximizes fuel economy Moderate acceleration Moderate deceleration Aggressive Inconsistent acceleration lowers fuel economy Aggressive deceleration lowers fuel economy Eco Guide Feed...

Page 312: ... to show the effects of your driving style This feature can be turned off see page Fuel Economy Meter Background Color 103 Ambient Meter Ecological Drive Assist System Eco Assist 306 AMBIENT METER U S model is shown Background Color Green Blue Green Blue High Low TM ...

Page 313: ...cient Deducted when your style is not fuel efficient Your current trip is represented on the Eco Guide screen starting without any leaves on the plants Leaves then accumulate during the current trip as long as you maintain an economic driving style Eco Assist Scoring Real Time Score Ecological Drive Assist System Eco Assist Driving 307 FIRST STAGE THIRD STAGE PLANT ICON SECOND STAGE Real Time Scor...

Page 314: ...re display Each time you turn the ignition switch to the LOCK 0 position the Eco Score displays for a few seconds to show your current stage and lifetime points Drive Cycle Score Lifetime Points Ecological Drive Assist System Eco Assist 308 STAGE UP RECOGNITION ICON When turning off the ignition switch TROPHY DRIVE CYCLE SCORE LIFETIME POINTS STAGE DOWN RECOGNITION ICON Drive Cycle Score Lifetime ...

Page 315: ...vidual results will vary A total of two leaves can be put on each plant icon A total of four leaves can be added to each plant icon A circular shaped icon which represents a blossom can be added on top of each plant icon with four leaves An icon appears once you have reached the maximum score for each stage and are moving up to the next stage These icons appear briefly when the ignition switch is ...

Page 316: ...t period of time Frequent use of the climate control system Short distance trips If the ECON mode is on press and release the ECON button to turn it off You also need to turn the ignition switch off Turn the ignition switch to the ON II position again Do run the engine Press and release the brake pedal at least two times The ambient meter color changes from blue to green Complete the following ste...

Page 317: ...ing in any shift position it indicates a possible problem in the transmission If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on along with the D indicator there is a problem with the automatic transmission control system Avoid rapid acceleration and have the transmission checked by your dealer as soon as possible When the D indicator warns of a possible problem with the transmission you will see a CHECK ...

Page 318: ...Do this Press the brake pedal and press the release button Press the release button Move the lever To shift from P to R R to P N to R S to L L to S S to D D to N D to S N to D R to N To shift from P to R R to P N to R D to S S to D D to N N to D R to N Do this Press the brake pedal and press the release button Press the release button Move the lever LX models Except LX models Shifting Automatic Tr...

Page 319: ...ine or if it is necessary to stop briefly with the engine idling Always shift to the Park position if you need to leave the vehicle for any reason Press on the brake pedal when you are moving the shift lever from Neutral to another position This position mechani cally locks the transmission Use Park whenever you are turning off or starting the engine To shift out of Park you must press on the brak...

Page 320: ...the shift lever in D or S you can also use the paddle shifters to shift the transmission up or down With the paddle shifters you can operate the transmission much like a manual transmission without a clutch pedal For more information on driving with the paddle shifters see page To shift to Low press the release button on the front of the shift lever Use Low to get more power when climbing and for ...

Page 321: ...the release button does not work Remove the key from the shift lock release slot then reinstall the cover Make sure the notch on the cover is on the left side Insert the key back into the ignition switch press the brake pedal and restart the engine Put a cloth on the notch of the shift lock release slot cover Using a small flat tipped screwdriver or a metal fingernail file carefully pry on the not...

Page 322: ...king when going down a steep hill When you are driving in the D position pulling either paddle shifter switches from the ordinary automatic transmission CVT to the D paddle shift mode You can shift the transmission up or down through seven stages manually with the paddle shifters When the transmission returns to ordinary automatic transmission CVT the displayed shift indicator disappears Except LX...

Page 323: ...ic transmission CVT When the transmission returns to ordinary automatic transmission CVT the displayed shift indicator disappears To cancel the D paddle shift mode manually pull and hold the side paddle shifter until the shift indicator goes out Downshifting with the left paddle shifter allows you to increase the engine braking when going down steep or long hills and provides more power when climb...

Page 324: ...oblem in the transmission while you are driving with the paddle shifters the D indicator flashes the D paddle shift mode is canceled and the transmission returns to ordinary automatic transmission CVT You downshift before the engine speed reaches the highest threshold of the lower speed If you try to do this the shift indicator will flash the number of the lower speed several times then return to ...

Page 325: ...m the D to S position and pull either paddle shifter the shift indicator displays M along with the selected speed number To upshift pull the right paddle shifter To downshift pull the left paddle shifter If you keep depressing the accelerator pedal without pressing the paddle shifter the speed will be automatically shifted up just before the tachometer s red zone The transmission also shifts autom...

Page 326: ...le shifters with another paddle shifter being pressed Drive in the highest speed number that lets the engine run and accelerate smoothly This will give you effective emissions control The following shift points are recommended To shift to Low press and hold both paddle shifters simultaneously until you see L in the shift indicator Use Low to get more power when climbing and for maximum engine brak...

Page 327: ...itions When the ECON button is on the engine is more likely to stop See page for the ECON button The vehicle is stopped by braking suddenly The climate control system is in use to dehumidify the moist air inside the vehicle The ECON button is off and there is a significant difference between the ambient temperature and the temperature setting of the climate control system The IMA battery temperatu...

Page 328: ...e becomes low The pressure on the brake pedal is repeatedly applied and released slightly during a stop The ECON button is off and the difference between the ambient temperature and the temperature setting of the climate control system becomes significant The climate control system starts to dehumidify the interior This indicator blinks when the Auto Idle Stop system is in operation If the driver ...

Page 329: ...rake when you park your vehicle Make sure the parking brake is set firmly or your vehicle may roll if it is parked on an incline If the vehicle is facing uphill turn the front wheels away from the curb Never park over dry leaves tall grass or other flammable materials The hot three way catalytic converter could cause these materials to catch on fire Check the indicator on the instrument panel to v...

Page 330: ...e In addition fuel economy can be reduced It also keeps your brake lights on all the time confusing drivers behind you Check the brakes after driving through deep water Apply the brakes moderately to see if they feel normal If not apply them gently and frequently until they do Be extra cautious in your driving Constant application of the brakes when going down a long hill builds up heat and reduce...

Page 331: ...l If you do not have the brake pads replaced they will screech all the time It is normal for the brakes to occasionally squeal or squeak when you apply them The following features are also equipped When you release the brake pedal while the Auto Idle Stop function is activated this feature keeps the braking pressure until the engine starts and prevents the vehicle from dropping back This feature h...

Page 332: ... some noise This is normal it is the ABS rapidly pumping the brakes On dry pavement you will need to press on the brake pedal very hard before the ABS activates However you may feel the ABS activate immediately if you are trying to stop on snow or ice If this indicator comes on the anti lock function of the braking system has shut down The brakes still work like a conventional system but without a...

Page 333: ...aking hard Severe or sharp steering wheel movement can still cause your vehicle to veer into oncoming traffic or off the road on loose or uneven surfaces such as gravel or snow than a vehicle without anti lock such as trying to take a corner too fast or making a sudden lane change Always drive at a safe speed for the road and weather conditions It only helps with steering control during braking 40...

Page 334: ...u should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure as indicated on the vehicle s tire information placard Your vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system TPMS that turns on every time you start the engine and monitors the pressure in your tires while driving Each tire has its own pressure sensor If the air pressure of a tire becomes signi...

Page 335: ...re pressures monthly Each tire including the spare should be checked monthly when the vehicle is cold and set to the recommended inflation pressure as specified on the vehicle placard and in the owner s manual see page If there is a problem with the TPMS you will see the above message on the multi information display If you see this message the system is off and is not monitoring the tire pressure...

Page 336: ...ned off by pressing the VSA OFF switch see page If this happens you cannot turn the VSA system off by pressing the VSA OFF switch again When you restart the vehicle with the compact spare tire the TPMS system message will also be displayed on the multi information display after several miles kilometers driving If you have a flat tire the low tire pressure TPMS indicator will come on Replace the fl...

Page 337: ...esponsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS 210 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Never use a puncture repairing agent in a flat tire If used you will...

Page 338: ...ll to the side of the road when it is safe and turn off the engine Reset the system by restarting the engine If the VSA system indicator stays on or comes back on while driving have the VSA system inspected by your dealer When VSA is off the VSA off indicator comes on as a reminder If the indicator does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON II position there may be a problem wit...

Page 339: ...the switch again It turns the system back on VSA is turned on every time you start the engine even if you turned it off the last time you drove the vehicle In certain unusual conditions when your vehicle gets stuck in shallow mud or fresh snow it may be easier to free it with the VSA temporarily switched off When the VSA system is off the traction control system is also off You should only attempt...

Page 340: ...Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer Attempting to do so can void your warranties Towing a Trailer 334 ...

Page 341: ...enance minder messages on the multi information display and instructions for simple maintenance tasks you may want to take care of yourself Maintenance Safety 336 Maintenance Minder 337 Fluid Locations 347 Adding Engine Oil 348 Changing the Oil and Filter 350 Engine Coolant 353 Windshield Washers 355 Automatic Transmission Fluid 356 Continuously Variable Transmission CVT 356 Brake Fluid 357 Lights...

Page 342: ...and exhaust system cool down before touching any parts Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or compressed air All service items not detailed in this section should be performed by a certified technician or qualified mechanic Be sure there is adequate ventilation whenever you operate the engine Maintenance Safety Important Safety Precautions Injury from moving p...

Page 343: ...e your dealer perform engine oil replacement and indicated maintenance service To see the current engine oil life displayed on the multi information display turn the ignition switch to the ON II position and press the SEL RESET button on the steering wheel repeatedly until the engine oil life is displayed Based on the engine operating conditions the onboard computer in your vehicle calculates the ...

Page 344: ...th the message the system message indicator comes on see page The message appears on the multi information display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position This message reminds you that your vehicle will soon be due for scheduled maintenance Press the SEL RESET button on the steering wheel repeatedly to select the engine oil life information Along with the OIL LIFE message you ...

Page 345: ...on the steering wheel repeatedly to select the engine oil life The message SERVICE along with 5 and the maintenance item code are displayed on the multi information display when the calculated engine oil life is 1 5 percent see page Pressing either INFO button switches the display from the message to another display Once you switch the display this message will go off Along with the message the sy...

Page 346: ...witch to the ON II position Immediately have the service performed and make sure to reset the display as described on page Pressing either INFO button switches the display from the message to another display To see the message again press either INFO button repeatedly Press the SEL RESET button on the steering wheel repeatedly to select the engine oil life The message SERVICE along with 0 and the ...

Page 347: ...rom the message to another display To see the message again press either INFO button repeatedly When you press the SEL RESET button to select the engine oil life the message SERVICE along with the maintenance item code s and the total negative distance traveled after the oil life became 0 will be displayed on the multi information display This message is displayed again when you drive over 10 mile...

Page 348: ...he maintenance minder as follows Turn the ignition switch to the ON II position If the engine oil life is not displayed press the SEL RESET button on the steering wheel repeatedly Press and hold the SEL RESET button on the steering wheel for more than 10 seconds The remaining engine oil life reset mode will be shown on the multi information display 1 2 3 346 Maintenance Main Items and Sub Items Re...

Page 349: ...no longer have an accurate record of when maintenance is needed Select RESET by pressing the INFO button then press the SEL RESET button to reset the engine oil life display The maintenance item code s will disappear and the engine oil life will reset to 100 If you want to cancel the oil life reset mode select CANCEL 4 Maintenance Minder Important Maintenance Precautions Maintenance 343 INFO BUTTO...

Page 350: ...ce may be done by any qualified service facility or person who is skilled in this type of automotive service Make sure to have the service facility or person reset the display as previously described Keep all receipts as proof of completion and have the person who does the work fill out your Honda Service History or Canadian Maintenance Log Check your warranty booklet for more information Your aut...

Page 351: ...headlights parking lights taillights high mount brake light turn signals brake lights and license plate light monthly See page According to state and federal regulations Honda will not deny a claim for emissions warranty coverage simply because you did not maintain the vehicle or do not have maintenance records to show that you did However any part of that fails because of abuse or lack of require...

Page 352: ...ace every 15 000 miles 24 000 km Replace dust and pollen filter If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel powered vehicles replace every 15 000 miles 24 000 km Inspect drive belt Replace transmission fluid Replace spark plugs Inspect valve clearance Replace engine coolant Maintenance Main Items Replace engine oil Replace en...

Page 353: ...ations Maintenance 347 RADIATOR CAP ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK Orange loop WASHER FLUID Blue cap AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CVT FLUID DIPSTICK Yellow loop ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR BRAKE FLUID Black cap ENGINE OIL FILL CAP ...

Page 354: ...d longevity Always use a premium grade 0W 20 detergent oil displaying the API Certification Seal This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving and that it meets the American Petroleum Institute s latest requirements Reinstall the engine oil fill cap and tighten it securely Wait a few minutes and recheck the oil level on the engine oil dipstick Do not fill above the upper mark you could damage t...

Page 355: ... a conventional motor oil it displays the API Certification Seal and it is the proper weight You must follow the oil and filter change intervals shown on the multi information display Your vehicle does not require any oil additives Additives may adversely affect the engine or transmission performance and durability A very low viscosity fuel efficient 0W 20 oil is the engine lubricant for your Insi...

Page 356: ... until it reaches normal operating temperature then shut it off Open the hood and remove the engine oil fill cap Remove the screws with a Phillips head screwdriver and clips with a flat tipped screwdriver then pull the under cover down Always change the oil and filter according to the maintenance messages shown on the multi information display The oil and filter collect contaminants that can damag...

Page 357: ...ine If it is remove it before installing a new oil filter Engine oil change capacity including filter Refill the engine with the recommended oil Put a new washer on the drain bolt then reinstall the drain bolt Tighten the drain bolt to Make sure to clean off any dirt and dust on the contacting surface of a new oil filter Install a new oil filter according to the instructions that come with it 7 8 ...

Page 358: ...gine The oil pressure indicator should go out within 5 seconds If it does not turn off the engine and check your work Let the engine run for several minutes then check the drain bolt and oil filter for leaks 9 10 11 12 Changing the Oil and Filter 352 Improper disposal of engine oil can be harmful to the environment If you change your own oil please dispose of the used oil properly Put it in a seal...

Page 359: ...and non silicate coolant as a temporary replacement Make sure it is a high quality coolant recommended for aluminum engines Continued use of any non Honda coolant can result in corrosion causing the cooling system to malfunction or fail Have the cooling system flushed and refilled with Honda antifreeze coolant as soon as possible CONTINUED Adding Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Maintenance 353 RESER...

Page 360: ...nk Pour the coolant slowly and carefully so you do not spill any Clean up any spill immediately it could damage components in the engine compartment Put the radiator cap back on and tighten it fully Remove the radiator cap by pushing down and turning counterclockwise Relieve any pressure in the cooling system by turning the radiator cap counterclockwise without pressing down Make sure the engine a...

Page 361: ...h a good quality windshield washer fluid This increases the cleaning capability and prevents freezing in cold weather If the washer fluid is low a WASHER FLUID LOW message appears on the multi information display On U S models On all Canadian models Windshield Washers Maintenance 355 Do not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar water solution in the windshield washer reservoir Antifreeze can damage y...

Page 362: ... any spill immediately it could damage components in the engine compartment Park the vehicle on level ground Start the engine let it run until the radiator fan comes on then shut off the engine For accurate results wait about 60 seconds but no longer than 90 seconds before doing step 2 Remove the dipstick and check the fluid level There is a HOT side and a COLD side on the dipstick The fluid level...

Page 363: ...sealed container as a temporary replacement Using any non Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system Have the brake system flushed and refilled with Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your vehicle s braking system and can cause extensive damage You will also see the BRAKE FLUID LOW message on the mul...

Page 364: ...d be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir If the level is at or below the MIN mark your brake system needs attention Have the brake system inspected for leaks or worn brake pads Brake Fluid 358 MAX MIN ...

Page 365: ...n To change the bulb on the right side remove the upper part of the windshield washer reservoir tank Use a flat tipped screwdriver to remove the holding clip then remove the upper part by pulling it straight up Remove the electrical connector from the cover by pushing on the tab to unlock it then slide the connector off the cover Remove the cover on the back of the headlight assembly by turning it...

Page 366: ...tall the new bulb and turn it one quarter turn clockwise to lock it in place Push the electrical connector back onto the bulb Make sure it is on all the way Reinstall the cover over the back of the headlight assembly and turn it clockwise to lock it in place Push the electrical connector back onto the cover Turn on the headlights to test the new bulb 4 5 6 7 8 9 Lights 360 BULB COVER CONNECTOR ...

Page 367: ...he new bulb Install the upper part of the windshield washer reservoir tank in the reverse order of removal Remove the bulb from the headlight assembly by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by pushing on the tab and pulling the connector down Open the hood Right side 3 4 5 6 2 1 10 Lights Low Beam Headlight Maintenance 361 BULB CONNECTOR ...

Page 368: ...ing it one quarter turn counterclockwise Pull the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms Install the socket back into the headlight assembly Turn it clockwise to lock it in place Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working Install the upper part of the windshield washer reservoir tank in the reverse order of removal Right side 6 1 2 ...

Page 369: ...ket until it bottoms Insert the socket back into the front turn signal light assembly Turn it clockwise to lock it in place Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working Install the light assembly in the reverse order of removal Make sure to secure the bolt Install the garnish in the original position securely Remove the bolt and pull the front turn light assembly from the bumper while t...

Page 370: ...the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms Install the socket back into the headlight assembly Turn it clockwise to lock it in place Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working 2 3 4 5 1 Lights Replacing a Front Side Marker Light Bulb 364 BULB SOCKET ...

Page 371: ... the gap between the trim and light assembly carefully with a flat tipped screwdriver to detach the lower hooks Make sure that all hooks are removed from the light assembly Unclip the top half of the trim from the body by pulling it out Then unclip the bottom half 1 2 3 4 Lights Replacing the Rear Bulbs Maintenance 365 HOOKS TRIM HOOKS CLIP CLIP ...

Page 372: ...ht assembly raises slightly Determine which of the three bulbs is burned out back up light turn signal or side marker Pull the whole light assembly outwards from the body carefully Remove the socket by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise Remove the burned out bulb by pulling it straight out of its socket 6 7 5 8 9 10 Lights 366 BOLT ORIGINAL POSITION Front Front Left side BULB SOCKET SNAP...

Page 373: ...ng the taillight assembly align and pop the snap fasteners in place Reinstall and tighten the two mounting bolts To reinstall the trim set the bottom edge of the trim in the original position and push the bottom half of the trim to clip it back securely Then push the upper half of the trim to secure the top clip Secure the hooks by pushing on the areas of the trim as shown in the illustration abov...

Page 374: ... replaced by your dealer The high mount brake light should be replaced by your dealer The license plate has two lights above it The bulbs should be replaced by your dealer EX models Lights Side Turn Signal Lights Rear License Plate Light Bulbs High mount Brake Light 368 ...

Page 375: ...als If your seat belts get dirty use a soft brush with a mixture of mild soap and warm water to clean them Do not use bleach dye or cleaning solvents Let the belts air dry before you use the vehicle Dirt build up in the loops of the seat belt anchors can cause the belts to retract slowly Wipe the insides of the loops with a clean cloth dampened in mild soap and warm water or isopropyl alcohol When...

Page 376: ...r floor mats are properly positioned If not the floor mat will interfere with the seat operation and make the front passenger s weight sensors ineffective This filter removes the dust and pollen that is brought in from the outside through the climate control system Have your dealer replace the filter when this service is indicated by a maintenance message on the multi information display It should...

Page 377: ... drop the wiper blade or wiper arm down on the windshield Put a cloth on the edge of the lock tab then push up on the lock tab carefully with a flat tipped screwdriver Pivot the blade assembly toward the wiper arm until it releases from the wiper arm 1 2 CONTINUED Wiper Blades Maintenance 371 WIPER ARMS LOCK TAB WIPER ARM Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are raised or you will damage the h...

Page 378: ... Make sure the blade is completely installed Place the top of the wiper blade on the end of the blade assembly and slide the blade onto the assembly Examine the new wiper blades If they have no plastic or metal reinforcement along the back edge remove the metal reinforcement strips from the old wiper blade and install them in the slots along the edge of the new blade 3 4 5 Wiper Blades 372 BLADE R...

Page 379: ...ts edge is not bunched up Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield the passenger s side first then the driver s side To replace a rear wiper blade Raise the wiper arm off the rear window Disconnect the blade assembly from the wiper arm by pivoting the blade assembly upward 6 7 8 1 2 CONTINUED Wiper Blades Maintenance 373 REAR ...

Page 380: ...Insert both ends of the blade into the holder Make sure they are secure Pull one end of the blade out from the holder Slide the blade out of the holder Examine the new wiper blades If they have no plastic or metal reinforcement along the back edge remove the metal reinforcement strips from the old wiper blade and install them in the slots along the edge of the new blade 3 5 4 6 7 Wiper Blades 374 ...

Page 381: ... you think a tire might be low check it immediately with a tire gauge Even though your vehicle is equipped with TPMS we recommend that you visually check your tires every day If you think a tire might be low check it immediately with a tire gauge Use a gauge to measure the air pressure in each tire at least once a month Even tires that are in good condition may lose 1 to 2 psi 10 to 20 kPa 0 1 to ...

Page 382: ... a tire starts losing pressure The following chart shows the recommended cold tire pressures for most normal driving conditions The compact spare tire pressure is Every time you check inflation you should also examine the tires for damage foreign objects and wear You should look for Bumps or bulges in the tread or side of the tire Replace the tire if you find either of these conditions Cuts splits...

Page 383: ...l tires including the spare be removed from service after 10 years from the date of manufacture regardless of their condition or state of wear The last four digits of the TIN tire identification number are found on the sidewall of the tire and indicate the date of manufacture See on page In addition to proper inflation correct wheel alignment helps to decrease tire wear If you find a tire is worn ...

Page 384: ...t your vehicle s handling The ABS and VSA system works by comparing the speed of each wheel When replacing tires use the same size originally supplied with the vehicle Tire size and construction can affect wheel speed and may cause the system to activate If you ever replace a wheel make sure that the wheel s specifications match those of the original wheels Replacement wheels are available at your...

Page 385: ...vided by snow tires on dry roads may be lower than your original tires Check with the tire dealer for maximum speed recommendations Because your vehicle has limited tire clearance Honda strongly recommends using the chains listed below made by Security Chain Company SCC Mount tire chains on your tires when required by driving conditions or local laws Install them only on the front tires Cable type...

Page 386: ...at keeps the aluminum from corroding and tarnishing Cleaning the wheels with harsh chemicals including some commercial wheel cleaners or a stiff brush can damage the clear coat To clean the wheels use a mild detergent and a soft brush or sponge If equipped Tires Wheels 380 Using the wrong chains or not properly installing chains can damage the brake lines and cause a crash in which you can be seri...

Page 387: ...h plain water Dry off the battery with a cloth or paper towel Coat the terminals with grease to help prevent further corrosion If additional battery maintenance is needed see your dealer or a qualified technician Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds If you need to connect the battery to a charger disconnect both cables to prevent damaging your vehicle s e...

Page 388: ...he next time you turn on the radio you will see ENTER CODE in the frequency display Use the preset buttons to enter the code see page The navigation system will also disable itself The next time you turn on the ignition switch the system will require you to enter a PIN before it can be used Refer to the navigation system manual 254 253 On vehicles with navigation system Checking the 12 Volt Batter...

Page 389: ...nt wiper blade arms with a folded towel or rag so they do not touch the windshield Cover the vehicle with a breathable cover one made from a porous material such as cotton Non porous materials such as plastic sheeting trap moisture which can damage the paint Reconnect the 12 volt battery and drive your vehicle every month for about 30 minutes This will keep the IMA battery charged and in good cond...

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Page 391: ...in If not you will also find instructions on getting your vehicle towed Compact Spare Tire 386 Changing a Flat Tire 387 If the Engine Won t Start 394 Jump Starting 396 If the Engine Overheats 398 Low Oil Pressure Indicator 401 12 Volt Battery Charging System Indicator 402 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 403 Brake System Indicator 404 Fuses 405 Fuse Locations 410 Emergency Towing 412 If Your Vehicle Get...

Page 392: ...50 mph 80 km h This tire gives a harsher ride and less traction on some road surfaces Use greater caution while driving Do not use your compact spare tire on another vehicle unless it is the same make and model Do not mount snow chains on the compact spare tire After the flat tire is replaced with the spare tire the low tire pressure TPMS indicator stays on while driving After several miles kilome...

Page 393: ...zard warning lights and turn the ignition switch to the LOCK 0 position Have all passengers get out of the vehicle while you change the tire Open the hatch Remove the cargo area floor by carefully pulling the front edge of the floor straight up 4 3 2 1 Changing a Flat Tire Taking Care of the Unexpected 387 HOLDER FLOOR TAB The vehicle can easily roll off the jack seriously injuring anyone undernea...

Page 394: ...out of the cargo area Unscrew the wing bolt and take the spare tire out of its well Remove the jack compartment cover by pulling the knob Turn the jack s end bracket counterclockwise to loosen it then remove the jack 6 7 10 5 8 9 Changing a Flat Tire 388 WHEEL NUT WRENCH BOX JACK KNOB COVER SPARE TIRE CASING SPARE TIRE ...

Page 395: ...s off the ground Place the jack under the jacking point nearest the tire you need to change Turn the end bracket clockwise until the top of the jack contacts the jacking point Make sure the jacking point tab is resting in the jack notch Remove the wheel cover by carefully prying under its edge with the flat tip of the extension 11 13 14 12 On LX models Changing a Flat Tire Taking Care of the Unexp...

Page 396: ...e Put the wheel nuts back on finger tight then tighten them in a crisscross pattern with the wheel nut wrench until the wheel is firmly against the hub Do not try to tighten the wheel nuts fully Tighten the wheel nuts securely in the same crisscross pattern Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility Tighten the wheel nuts to 18 17 16 15 Changing a Flat Tire 390 BR...

Page 397: ...e by screwing the wing bolt back into its hole Store the box in the wheel of the flat tire Remove the center cap if equipped before storing the flat tire in the cargo area well Install the spare tire casing in the original position in the spare tire well 20 21 19 22 23 24 EX models Changing a Flat Tire Taking Care of the Unexpected 391 SPACER CONE WING BOLT BOX For normal tire For compact spare ti...

Page 398: ... tire casing and the jack in its holder Turn the jack s end bracket clockwise to lock it in place and reinstall the cover Place the cargo area floor in its original position Close the hatch 25 26 27 28 330 U S models only Changing a Flat Tire Changing a Tire with TPMS 392 FLOOR Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and could seriously injure the occupants Store the wheel jack and tool...

Page 399: ...the valve mark on the wheel cover to the tire valve on the wheel then install the wheel cover Make sure the wire support ring is on the outer side of the tire valve as shown 1 2 3 LX models Changing a Flat Tire Installing a wheel cover Taking Care of the Unexpected 393 CLIPS CLIPS WIRE SUPPORT RING ...

Page 400: ...e Are you using a properly coded key An improperly coded key will cause the immobilizer system indicator in the instrument panel to blink rapidly see page Do you have fuel Check the fuel gauge the low fuel indicator may not be working There may be an electrical problem such as no power to the fuel pump Check all the fuses see page Are you using the proper starting procedure Refer to on page 127 40...

Page 401: ... qualified technician to find the problem See on page Turn the ignition switch to the ON II position Turn on the headlights and check their brightness If the headlights are very dim or do not come on at all the battery is discharged See on page Turn the ignition switch to the START III position If the headlights do not dim check the condition of the fuses If the fuses are OK there is probably some...

Page 402: ...12 volt battery Turn off all the electrical accessories climate control audio system lights etc Put the transmission in Park and set the parking brake 1 2 Jump Starting 396 BOOSTER BATTERY A battery can explode if you do not follow the correct procedure seriously injuring anyone nearby Keep all sparks open flames and smoking materials away from the battery If a battery sits in extreme cold the ele...

Page 403: ...cle until everything is disconnected Otherwise you may cause an electrical short If the booster battery is in another vehicle have an assistant start that vehicle and run it at a fast idle Connect the second jumper cable to the negative terminal on the booster battery Connect the other end to the grounding strap as shown Do not connect this jumper cable to any other part of the engine Connect one ...

Page 404: ...coolant temperature gets higher than normal the indicator will blink If it stays on you should determine the reason hot day driving up a steep hill etc You will also see a WATER TEMP HOT message on the multi information display see page If the vehicle overheats you should take immediate action The only indication may be the high temperature indicator blinking or remaining on Or you may see steam o...

Page 405: ... If the high temperature indicator stays on turn off the engine Look for any obvious coolant leaks such as a split radiator hose Everything is still extremely hot so use caution If you find a leak it must be repaired before you continue driving see on page If you don t find an obvious leak check the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank see page Add coolant if the level is below the MIN mark ...

Page 406: ...lant to the radiator up to the base of the filler neck If you do not have the proper coolant mixture available you can add plain water Remember to have the cooling system drained and refilled with the proper mixture as soon as you can Put the radiator cap back on tightly Run the engine and check the high temperature indicator If it begins to blink or comes on again the engine needs repair see on p...

Page 407: ...indicator If it does not go out within 10 seconds turn off the engine There is a mechanical problem that needs to be repaired before you can continue driving see on page This indicator should never come on when the engine is running If it starts flashing or stays on the oil pressure has dropped very low or lost pressure Serious engine damage is possible and you should take immediate action You wil...

Page 408: ... running starting the engine will discharge the battery rapidly You will also see a CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM message on the multi information display see page The charging system indicator may also come on if the Integrated Motor Assist IMA battery charge drops below a desired level and the engine starts to recharge the battery This indicator may blink after you start the vehicle in the morning when ...

Page 409: ...out starting the engine The malfunction indicator lamp will come on for 20 seconds If it then goes off the readiness codes are set If it blinks five times the readiness codes are not set If possible do not take your vehicle for an emissions test until the readiness codes are set Refer to for more information see page If you have recently refueled your vehicle the indicator coming on could be due t...

Page 410: ...D system Avoid hard braking and high speed driving If the fluid level is low take your vehicle to a dealer and have the brake system inspected for leaks or worn brake pads If the brake system indicator comes on while driving the brake fluid level is probably low Press lightly on the brake pedal to see if it feels normal If it does check the brake fluid level the next time you stop at a service sta...

Page 411: ...ard on the driver s side The interior fuse box label is attached on the back side of the cover To see the interior fuse box label remove the cover by pulling it toward you while holding the bottom center part of cover CONTINUED Fuses Taking Care of the Unexpected 405 INTERIOR COVER LABEL FUSE BOX ...

Page 412: ... is located next to the battery To open it push the tab as shown The under hood fuse is on the positive terminal of the battery To open it push the tabs as shown Fuses 406 TAB UNDER HOOD TAB On the battery Next to the battery ...

Page 413: ...ion Make sure the headlights and all other accessories are off Remove the cover from the under hood fuse box located on the battery see page Check each of the large fuses in the under hood fuse box on the 12 volt battery by looking through the top at the wire inside Replacement of these fuses should be done by your dealer Check the smaller fuses in the under hood fuse boxes and all the fuses in th...

Page 414: ...the accessory power socket or radio If you replace the blown fuse with a spare fuse that has a lower rating it might blow out again This does not indicate anything wrong Replace the fuse with one of the correct rating as soon as you can Look for a blown wire inside the fuse If it is blown replace the fuse with one of the spare fuses of the same rating or lower The fuse puller is in the interior fu...

Page 415: ... itself The next time you turn on the ignition switch the system will require you to enter a PIN before it can be used Refer to the navigation system manual If the radio fuse is removed the audio system will disable itself The next time you turn on the radio you may see ENTER CODE in the frequency display Use the preset buttons to enter the digit code see page 6 253 On vehicles with navigation sys...

Page 416: ...ry Daytime Running Light Rear Wiper Front Passenger s Power Window Rear Passenger s Side Power Window Rear Driver s Side Power Window Fuel Pump Washer Meter 15 A 7 5 A 20 A 10 A 10 A 10 A 7 5 A 7 5 A 7 5 A 10 A 20 A 7 5 A 7 5 A 10 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 15 A 15 A 7 5 A Hazard Stop Horn Not Used LAF Door Lock Main Headlight Main Small Light Radiator Fan motor IGPS Right Headlight Low Beam IG Coil Left He...

Page 417: ...r 1 Unlock Right Headlight High Beam DBW IMA 2 Not Used Heated Mirror Front Wiper Blower Motor ABS VSA Motor Rear Defogger Rear Defogger Not Used IG Main 7 5 A 30 A 10 A 15 A 15 A 10 A 15 A 10 A 10 A 30 A 30 A 30 A 30 A 40 A 50 A 1 2 3 100 A 60 A 20 A Battery Main ACG EPS Horn Stop Hazard 1 2 3 U S LX model U S models except LX model and all Canadian models EX models 2 3 1 2 Fuse Locations Taking ...

Page 418: ...tires remain on the ground The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck Start the engine Press on the brake pedal Move the shift lever through all its positions Shift to D position and hold for 5 seconds then to N Turn off the engine Release the parking brake Leave the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY I position so the steering wheel does not lock Wheel lift Equipment Flat bed Equipment ...

Page 419: ...in the front bumper Remove the towing hook and wheel nut wrench from the tool case in the cargo area 1 2 412 CONTINUED If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck Emergency Towing If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck Taking Care of the Unexpected 413 Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will cause serious damage The bumpers are not designed to support the vehicle s weight The steering system can be damaged if t...

Page 420: ...nut wrench 3 If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck 414 WHEEL NUT WRENCH To avoid damage to your vehicle use the towing hook for straight flat ground towing only Do not tow at an angle The tow hook should not be used to tow the vehicle onto a flat bed Do not use it as a tie down ...

Page 421: ...420 Traction 420 Temperature 421 Tire Labeling 421 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Required Federal Explanation 423 Emissions Controls 425 The Clean Air Act 425 Crankcase Emissions Control System 425 Evaporative Emissions Control System 425 Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery 425 Exhaust Emissions Controls 426 PGM FI System 426 Ignition Timing Control System 426 Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR Sys...

Page 422: ...top of the dashboard You can see it by looking through the windshield on the driver s side It is also on the certification label attached to the driver s doorjamb and is stamped on the engine compartment bulkhead The VIN is also provided in bar code on the certification label The VIN is also located on the engine bulkhead Remove the cover on the engine compartment bulkhead to view the VIN Always c...

Page 423: ... the engine block The transmission number is on a label on top of the transmission The IMA Motor Number is stamped on the motor housing Identification Numbers Technical Information 417 ENGINE NUMBER TRANSMISSION NUMBER IMA MOTOR NUMBER ...

Page 424: ... in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine Reserve tank capacity 0 116 US gal 0 44 2 6 US qt 2 5 5 12 US qt 4 85 Fuel tank Engine coolant Engine oil Automatic transmission fluid CVTF Windshield washer reservoir Type Bore x Stroke Displacement Compression ratio Spark plugs DILFR6F11G 10 8 1 82 cu in 1 339 cm 2 87 x 3 15 in 73 0 x 80 0 mm 3 0 US qt 2 8 5 5 US qt 5 2 10 6 US gal 40 1 202 U...

Page 425: ...tached to the inside of the fuse box door under the steering column See page 411 or the fuse box cover Headlights Front turn signal lights Front parking lights Front side marker lights Side turn signal lights door mirror Rear turn signal lights Stop taillights Back up lights Rear side marker lights License plate lights Spot lights Ceiling light Cargo area light High mount brake light Glove box lig...

Page 426: ...s The tires on your vehicle meet all U S Federal Safety Requirements All tires are also graded for treadwear traction and temperature performance according to Department of Transportation DOT standards The following explains these gradings The treadwear grade is a compara tive rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course Fo...

Page 427: ... No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure The tires that came on y...

Page 428: ...following example TIN is located on the sidewall of the tire This indicates that the tire meets all requirements of the U S Department of Transportation Max Press The maximum air pressure the tire can hold Max Load The maximum load the tire can carry at maximum air pressure Year Week Tire width in millimeters Aspect ratio the tire s section height as a percentage of its width Tire construction cod...

Page 429: ... the proper pressure If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard o...

Page 430: ...functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined ...

Page 431: ...ent with Environment Canada at the time they are manufactured Your vehicle has a positive crankcase ventilation system This keeps gasses that build up in the engine s crankcase from going into the atmosphere The positive crankcase ventilation valve routes them from the crankcase back to the intake manifold They are then drawn into the engine and burned As gasoline evaporates in the fuel tank an ev...

Page 432: ...ur warranty manual for more informa tion The PGM FI system uses sequential multiport fuel injection It has three subsystems air intake engine control and fuel control The powertrain control module PCM uses various sensors to determine how much air is going into the engine It then controls how much fuel to inject under all operating conditions This system constantly adjusts the ignition timing redu...

Page 433: ...that come near it Park your vehicle away from high grass dry leaves or other flammables A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air pollution and can impair your engine s per formance Follow these guidelines to protect your vehicle s three way catalytic converter Always use unleaded gasoline Even a small amount of leaded gasoline can contaminate the catalyst metals making the thre...

Page 434: ... rpm and hold it there until the temperature gauge rises to at least 1 4 of the scale about 3 minutes Without touching the accelerator pedal let the engine idle for 20 seconds If the testing facility determines that the readiness codes are not set you will be requested to return at a later date to complete the test If you must get the vehicle retested within the next two or three days you can cond...

Page 435: ...a continuous 90 seconds because of traffic conditions drive for at least 30 seconds then repeat it two more times for a total of 90 seconds Then drive in city suburban traffic for at least 10 minutes When traffic conditions allow let the vehicle coast for several seconds without using the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal Make sure the vehicle has been parked with the engine off for 30 minutes ...

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Page 437: ... Customer Service Information 432 Warranty Coverages 433 Reporting Safety Defects U S Vehicles 434 Authorized Manuals 435 Warranty and Customer Relations Warranty and Customer Relations 431 ...

Page 438: ...mation Vehicle Identification Number see page Name and address of the dealer who services your vehicle Date of purchase Odometer reading of your vehicle Your name address and tele phone number A detailed description of the problem Name of the dealer who sold the vehicle to you In Puerto Rico and the U S Virgin Islands 416 Customer Service Information 432 American Honda Motor Co Inc Honda Automobil...

Page 439: ...leage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors Please read your warranty booklet for details all exterior body panels are covered for rust through from the inside for the specified time period with no mileage limit Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties Please read the 2010 Honda warranty information booklet that came with your vehicle for precise information on ...

Page 440: ...hich could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying American Honda Motor Co Inc To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to or write to Administrator NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE Washington DC 20590 You can also obt...

Page 441: ...ical circuit in your vehicle Describes the procedures involved in the replacement of damaged body parts Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals Service Manual Electrical Troubleshooting Manual Body Repair Manual U S only Authorized Manuals Authorized Manuals 435 Publication Form Number 61TM800 61TM800EL 61TMA30 31TM8600 31TM8800 31TM8M00 31TM8Q00 HON R Form Description 2010 Honda Insight Service Man...

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Page 443: ...Audio System 253 Anti theft Steering Column Lock 128 Armrest 143 Audio System 166 Auto Door Locking 107 Auto Door Unlocking 108 Auto Idle Stop 321 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners 23 Automatic Speed Control 257 Automatic Transmission CVT 311 Capacity Fluid 418 Checking Fluid Level 356 Paddle Shifters in the D Position 316 Paddle Shifters in the S Position 319 Recommended Shift Points 320 Shifting 31...

Page 444: ...cklist Before Driving 302 Child Safety 38 Child Seats LATCH Anchor System 47 Lower Anchor 47 Tether Anchor 50 Childproof Door Locks 131 Climate Control 160 Clock Setting the 254 CO in the Exhaust 425 Cold Weather Starting in 303 Compact Spare 386 Console Compartment 154 Controls Instruments and 59 Coolant Adding 353 Checking 289 Proper Solution 353 Temperature Indicator 67 Crankcase Emissions Cont...

Page 445: ... Emergency Brake 148 Emergency Flashers 122 Emergency Hatch Opener 137 Emergency Towing 412 Emissions Controls 425 Emissions Testing 428 Engine Adding Engine Coolant 353 Coolant Temperature Indicator 67 If It Won t Start 394 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 62 403 Oil Life Display 337 Oil Pressure Indicator 62 401 Oil What Kind to Use 348 Overheating 398 Specifications 418 Speed Limiter 314 Starting 303...

Page 446: ...erve Indicator 70 Gauge 73 Octane Requirement 284 Tank Filling the 285 Gas Station Procedures 285 Gauges Charge Assist 74 Fuel 73 Gearshift Lever Positions 311 Automatic Transmission 311 Glove Box 154 Identification Number Vehicle 416 Ignition Keys 126 Switch 128 Timing Control System 426 IMA System Power Flow Monitor 84 Immobilizer System 127 Important Safety Precautions 6 Indicators Instrument P...

Page 447: ... Information Display 72 Inside Mirror 144 Inspection Tire 376 Instrument Panel 61 Instrument Panel Lights 62 Instrument Panel Brightness 121 Interior Lights 157 Introduction i iPod 181 229 Label Certification 416 Lane Change Signaling 119 Lap Shoulder Belts 17 22 LATCH Anchorage System 47 Lights Bulb Replacement 359 Indicator 62 Parking 118 Turn Signal 118 Load Limits 296 LOCK Ignition Key Positio...

Page 448: ...eating Engine 398 Owner s Maintenance Checks 345 Oxygenated Fuels 284 Paddle Shifters 316 Panel Brightness Control 121 Park Gear Position 313 Parking 323 Parking Brake 148 Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator 63 404 Parking Lights 118 Parking Over Things that Burn 323 PGM FI System 426 Playing the Radio 166 198 Playing a Disc 173 204 Playing an iPod 181 229 Playing a PC Card 215 Playing a USB ...

Page 449: ...ck Release 315 Side Airbags 10 32 Off Indicator 34 65 Side Curtain Airbags 33 Side Marker Lights Bulb Replacement 359 Signaling Turns 119 Snow Tires 379 Spare Tire Inflating 386 Specifications 419 Specifications Charts 418 Speed Control 256 Speed Sensitive Volume Compensation SVC 172 202 Spotlights 157 Rear View Mirror 144 Rear Window Defogger 123 Reclining the Seat backs 138 Recommended Shift Poi...

Page 450: ...r 34 64 System Components 10 25 SVC 172 202 Synthetic Oil 349 Taillights Changing Bulbs 365 Taking Care of the Unexpected 385 Technical Descriptions DOT Tire Quality Grading 420 Emissions Control Systems 425 Oxygenated Fuels 284 State Emissions Testing 428 Three Way Catalytic Converter 427 Temperature Indicator 67 Tether Anchorage Points 50 Theft Protection 253 Three Way Catalytic Converter 427 Ti...

Page 451: ...sions 418 Vehicle Identification Number 416 Vehicle Stability Assist VSA System 332 VSA Activation Indicator 65 332 VSA Off Switch 333 VSA System Indicator 65 332 Vehicle Storage 383 Ventilation 163 VIN 416 Viscosity Oil 349 WARNING Explanation of iii Warning Labels Location of 57 Warranty Coverages 433 Washer Windshield Checking the Fluid Level 355 Operation 117 Wheels Adjusting the Steering 125 ...

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Page 454: ...nda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 preferred or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary replacement see page Front Rear Spare Tire Unleaded gasoline pump octane number of 87 or higher API Premium grade 0W 20 detergent oil see page Oil change capacity including filter 3 4 US qt 3 2 Use Honda CVT Fluid Continuously Variable Transmission Fluid only Fluid change capacity 3 0 US qt 2 8 10 6 US gal 40...

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