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Accessories

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143

ACCESSORY (Ignition Key

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Position)

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79

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Accessory Power Sockets

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97

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Additives, Engine Oil

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190

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Advice for Pregnant Women

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18

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Airbag (SRS) . 

11

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24

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Airbags, Additional Information .

24

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Additional Safety Precautions .

36

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Airbag Service

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35

How the Passenger Airbag Off

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Indicator Works

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34

How the Side Airbag Off

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Indicator Works

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34

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How the SRS Indicator Works .

33

How Your Front Airbags

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Work

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27

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How Your Side Airbags Work .

31

How Your Side Curtain Airbags

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Work

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32

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SRS Components

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24

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Air Conditioning System

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102

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Usage

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103

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Air Pressure, Tires

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209

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Alignment

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245

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Antifreeze

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192

Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)

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Indicator . 

61

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162

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Operation

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161

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Anti-theft, Audio System

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129

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Anti-theft Steering Column Lock .

79

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Armrests, Front Seat

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84

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Audio System

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107

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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .

22

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Automatic Speed Control

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133

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Automatic Transmission

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155

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Capacity, Fluid

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244

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Checking Fluid Level

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194

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Shifting

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155

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Shift Lever Position Indicator .

155

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Shift Lever Positions

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155

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Shift Lock Release

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158

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Auxiliary Input Jack

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125

Battery

Charging System

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Indicator . 

60

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231

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Jump Starting

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227

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Maintenance

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214

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Specifications

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245

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Before Driving

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137

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Belts, Seat . 

10

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20

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Beverage Holders

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97

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Body Panels

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197

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Booster Seats

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52

Brakes

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Anti-lock System (ABS)

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161

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Break-in, New Linings

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138

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Bulb Replacement . 

203

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Fluid

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196

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Parking

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93

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System Indicator .

 60

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233

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Wear Indicators

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161

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Braking System

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160

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Break-in, New Vehicle

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138

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Brightness Control, Instruments .

72

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Brights, Headlights

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72

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Summary of Contents for Element 2007

Page 1: ...atures Before Driving 137 What gasoline to use how to break in your new vehicle and how to load luggage and other cargo Driving 149 The proper way to start the engine shift the transmission and park p...

Page 2: ...Co Ltd reserves the right however to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatsoever Owner s Identification POUR CLIENTS CANA...

Page 3: ...es given in this manual helps to keep your driving trouble free while it preserves your investment When your vehicle needs maintenance keep in mind that your dealer s staff is specially trained in ser...

Page 4: ...confidential and is never linked to the vehicle owner Event Data Recorders This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices commonly referred to as event data recorders These devices record front se...

Page 5: ...this important safety information in a variety of forms including on the vehicle preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of three signal words or such as Important Safety Reminders or Important Safe...

Page 6: ...ity This means your vehicle can tip or roll over if you make abrupt turns Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles In a rollover crash an unbelted person...

Page 7: ...IRROR CONTROLS POWER WINDOW SWITCHES A T model is shown HOOD RELEASE HANDLE HEATING COOLING CONTROLS AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MANUAL TRANSMISSION AIRBAGS P 11 24 P 92 P 80 P 91 P 153 PARKING BRAKE P 93...

Page 8: ...SIGNALS A T model is shown CRUISE CONTROL MASTER BUTTON AUDIO SYSTEM STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS P 133 P 74 VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST VSA SYSTEM ON OFF SWITCH REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL...

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Page 10: ...tem Components 24 How Your Front Airbags Work 27 How Your Side Airbags Work 31 How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work 32 How the SRS Indicator Works 33 How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works 34 How the P...

Page 11: ...safe for current conditions regardless of the maximum speed posted Alcohol and driving don t mix Even one drink can reduce your ability to respond to changing conditions and your reaction time gets w...

Page 12: ...and your passengers Some features do not require any action on your part These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment front and rear crush zones a...

Page 13: ...ide of the vehicle and against other occupants Keep you from being thrown out of the vehicle Help keep you in a good position should the airbags ever deploy A good position reduces the risk of injury...

Page 14: ...help protect the heads of the driver front passenger and passengers in the outer rear seating positions during a moderate to severe side impact see page for more information on how your side curtain...

Page 15: ...st of this section gives more detailed information about how you can maximize your safety Remember however that no safety system can prevent all injures or deaths that can occur in a severe crash even...

Page 16: ...ur seat is adjusted correctly rock it back and forth to make sure it is locked in position Adjust the driver s seat as far to the rear as possible while allowing you to maintain full control of the ve...

Page 17: ...the belt no 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 f...

Page 18: ...raint as high as possible Insert the latch plate into the buckle then tug on the belt to make sure the belt is securely latched Check that the belt is not twisted because a twisted belt can cause seri...

Page 19: ...cause very serious injuries in a crash See page for additional information about your seat belts and how to take care of them If a seat belt does not seem to work properly it may not protect the occu...

Page 20: ...ard leans forward or sideways or puts one or both feet up the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased In addition an occupant who is out of position in the front seat can be seriously or...

Page 21: ...ed 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 If they do they could be very seriously injured in a crash A passenger who is not...

Page 22: ...he vehicle and hurt someone if the airbags inflate If your hands or arms are close to an airbag cover they could be injured if the front airbag inflates If a side airbag or a side curtain airbag infla...

Page 23: ...t passenger s seat or a child or small adult is riding there the indicator should not come on and the beeper should not sound If the indicator comes on or the beeper sounds when the driver s seat belt...

Page 24: ...or lets you move freely in your seat while it keeps some tension on the belt During a collision or sudden stop the retractor automatically locks the belt to help restrain your body The seat belts in a...

Page 25: ...soon as possible Honda provides a limited warranty on seat belts See your booklet for details The tensioners are designed to activate in any collision severe enough to cause the front airbags to depl...

Page 26: ...placed by your dealer A belt that has been worn during a crash may not provide the same level of protection in a subsequent crash Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Driver and Passenger Safe...

Page 27: ...bag 3 Control Unit 4 Front Seat Belt Tensioners 5 Side Airbags 6 Driver s Seat Position Sensor 7 Front Passenger s Weight Sensors 8 Front Impact Sensors 9 Passenger Airbag Off Indicator 10 Side Impact...

Page 28: ...iver and one for a front passenger The airbags are 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 airbag...

Page 29: ...ed or unlatched see page A driver s seat position sensor that monitors the distance of the seat from the front airbag If the seat is too far forward the airbag will inflate with less force see page We...

Page 30: ...ed by the airbag would be minimal If you ever have a moderate to severe frontal collision sensors will detect the vehicle s rapid deceleration If the rate of deceleration is high enough the control un...

Page 31: ...deflation is one tenth of a second so fast that most occupants are not aware that the airbags deployed until they see them lying in their laps After a crash you may see what looks like smoke This is a...

Page 32: ...pact The passenger s advanced front airbag system has weight sensors under the seat Although Honda does not encourage carrying an infant or small child in front if the sensors detect the weight of an...

Page 33: ...eat back forcibly back against the folded rear seat If the weight sensors detect there is no passenger in the front seat the airbag will be off However the passenger airbag off indicator will not come...

Page 34: ...path Objects placed on the front passenger seat can also cause the side airbag to be shut off A front seat passenger should not use a cushion or other object as a backrest It may prevent the cutoff sy...

Page 35: ...ntly inflate the side curtain airbag and activate the seat belt tensioner on the driver s or the passenger s side of the vehicle If the rollover sensor detects your vehicle is about to roll over it si...

Page 36: ...ay not work properly when you need them The SRS indicator alerts you to a potential problem with your airbags or seat belt tensioners When you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position this indic...

Page 37: ...passenger s seat It does there is a problem with the airbag 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 wil...

Page 38: ...ust be replaced along with the control unit and other 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 don...

Page 39: ...seat position sensor or the front passenger s weight sensors ineffective If it is necessary to remove or modify a front seat to accommodate a person with disabilities first contact Honda Automobile Cu...

Page 40: ...a vehicle see pages see pages Children depend on adults to protect them However despite their best intentions many adults do not know how to properly protect child passengers 42 50 51 53 All Children...

Page 41: ...k seat Some states have laws restricting 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 chil...

Page 42: ...t 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...

Page 43: ...ith the child in the back seat The back seat is far safer for a child than the front Place the largest child in the front seat provided the child is large enough to wear the lap shoulder belt properly...

Page 44: ...ivate and deactivate the lockable retractor Leaving children without adult supervision is illegal in most states and Canadian provinces and can be very hazardous For example infants and small children...

Page 45: ...can be placed in any seating position in the back seat but not in the front If the passenger s front airbag inflates it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or seriously injure...

Page 46: ...d seat as long as possible until the child reaches the weight or height limit for the seat In any of these situations we strongly recommend that you install the child seat directly behind the front pa...

Page 47: ...a seat belt whereas LATCH compatible seats are secured by attaching the seat to hardware built into the two second row seats If it is necessary to put a forward facing child seat in the front move the...

Page 48: ...use a different style of child seat that can be firmly secured Before purchasing a conventional child seat or using a previously purchased one we recommend that you test the seat in the specific vehi...

Page 49: ...overs by pulling forward Some LATCH compatible seats have a rigid type connector as shown above Your vehicle is equipped with LATCH lower anchors and tethers for children in the rear seats The lower a...

Page 50: ...cured in the cargo area and reinstalled when the child seat is removed Slide the anchor cover open Route the tether strap over the top of the seat back making sure the strap is not twisted Other LATCH...

Page 51: ...ap shoulder belt 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 Push and pull the child seat fo...

Page 52: ...t be secure 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 activate the lockable retractor slowly pull the shoulder part of...

Page 53: ...hown Attach the tether strap hook to the anchor making sure the strap is not twisted A child seat with a tether can be installed in either back seat using one of the anchor points shown above Tighten...

Page 54: ...fortably over the edge of the seat 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 a lap shou...

Page 55: ...eck current laws in the states or provinces where you intend to drive Booster seats can be high back or low back Whichever style you select make sure the booster meets federal safety standards and tha...

Page 56: ...reminded to fasten the seat belts or sit properly Of course children vary widely And while age may be one indicator of when a child can safely ride in front there are other important factors you shoul...

Page 57: ...vehicle was in an accident that may have damaged the underside Select the fresh air mode Select the mode Turn the fan on high speed Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting If you must si...

Page 58: ...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 model...

Page 59: ...Safety Labels 56 HOOD RADIATOR CAP DOORJAMBS U S models Canadian models Canadian models U S models...

Page 60: ...teering Wheel Adjustment 74 Keys and Locks 75 Immobilizer System 76 Remote Transmitter 77 Ignition Switch 79 Door Locks 80 Power Door Locks 80 Rear Doors 81 Hatch 81 Tailgate 82 Seats 83 Seat Adjustme...

Page 61: ...133 PARKING BRAKE P 93 P 80 POWER WINDOW SWITCHES P 107 INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES P 59 P 66 CRUISE CONTROL MASTER BUTTON VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST VSA SYSTEM ON OFF SWITCH A T model is shown POWER DOOR L...

Page 62: ...T REMINDER INDICATOR P 60 P 62 PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR LOW FUEL INDICATOR IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR P 62 SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR SIDE AIRB...

Page 63: ...o not fasten your seat belt before the beeper stops the indicator stops flashing but remains on If your front passenger does not fasten their seat belt the indicator comes on about 6 seconds after the...

Page 64: ...more information see page This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position If it comes on at any other time there is a problem with the ABS I...

Page 65: ...er drivers cannot see that you are signaling When you press the hazard warning button both turn signal indicators and all turn signals on the outside of the vehicle flash This indicator comes on for a...

Page 66: ...low Add washer fluid when you see this indicator come on see page All of the indicators in the monitor display come on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position The ap...

Page 67: ...the ON II position 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 This indicator normally comes on for a few...

Page 68: ...when you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position there is a problem with the TPMS the system that monitors tire pressure With this indicator on the low tire pressure indicator will not come on...

Page 69: ...gulations to disconnect reset or alter the odometer with the intent to change the number of miles or kilometers indicated When you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position the meter you last sel...

Page 70: ...least once The MIL should go 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 71: ...ouble free driving Refer to page for more information This shows the temperature of the engine s coolant During normal operation the pointer should rise to about the middle of the gauge In severe driv...

Page 72: ...nd Controls 69 HEADLIGHTS TURN SIGNALS SHIFT LEVER A T HAZARD WARNING BUTTON A T model is shown CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS P 71 WINDSHIELD WIPERS WASHERS P 70 P 73 P 73 STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT P 74 P 13...

Page 73: ...O Low speed HI High speed Windshield washers The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever The wipers operate every few seconds Pull the wiper control lever toward you and hold it The washe...

Page 74: ...t panel lights side marker lights and rear license plate lights Turning the switch to the position turns on the headlights When the light switch is in the or position the lights on indicator comes on...

Page 75: ...y 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 You can change the instrument panel...

Page 76: ...to the shift lever to turn on the hazard warning lights four way flashers This causes all four outside turn signals and both turn indicators in the instrument panel to flash Use the hazard warning lig...

Page 77: ...rt driving Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive The defogger wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged When cleaning the gl...

Page 78: ...r if you ever have to get a key replaced Use only Honda approved key blanks The master key fits all the locks on your vehicle The valet key works only in the ignition and the door locks You can keep t...

Page 79: ...g of the key Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK 0 position remove the key reinsert it and turn the ignition switch to the ON II position again The system may not recognize your key s coding if anoth...

Page 80: ...not lock it if any door is not fully closed or key is in the ignition switch As required by the FCC This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditi...

Page 81: ...as soon as possible Battery type CR2025 Avoid dropping or throwing the transmitter Protect the transmitter from extreme temperature Do not immerse the transmitter in any liquid If you lose a transmit...

Page 82: ...also be in park The ignition switch has four positions LOCK 0 ACCESSORY I ON II and START III As required by the FCC This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the fol...

Page 83: ...the lock tab down on the driver s door or use the key on the outside lock Pressing up on the door lock switch will unlock all of the doors and the hatch You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave t...

Page 84: ...atch and clockwise to unlock it To lock or unlock the hatch To open the rear door pull the rear door handle located in the rear door edge The rear door can be opened only when the front door is open T...

Page 85: ...ng down the tailgate To close the tailgate lift it up and push it firmly until it latches Before closing the tailgate make sure the hatch is raised Closing the tailgate on the lowered hatch can damage...

Page 86: ...on the lever on the outside of the seat bottom Adjust the seat back and make sure it locks into position Make all seat adjustments before you start driving To adjust the seat forward and backward pull...

Page 87: ...the rear seat back pull the strap at the inside edge of the seat cushion make sure the seat back locks into position Each front seat has an armrest on the side of the seat back To use it pivot it dow...

Page 88: ...and other injuries They are most effective when you adjust them so the back of the occupant s head rests against the center of the restraint The head restraints in the front and rear seating positions...

Page 89: ...backward until it touches the rear seat Adjust the rear seat back to the desired position Reverse this procedure to return the front and rear seats to the upright position Make sure you install the h...

Page 90: ...Pull the seat back adjustment strap at the inside edge of the seat cushion and push the seat back backward as far as it will go Pull the release strap on the seat support and pivot the seat toward the...

Page 91: ...fastening strap to the grab rail Fold down the seat support Reverse this procedure to return the rear seat to the upright position When not in use store the fastening strap hook in the fabric pocket...

Page 92: ...rt to unlock the seat support Remove the cover between the seat cushion and the side wall by pulling the tab and pulling the cover straight up Push the lock lever forward to unlock the seat 1 3 2 CONT...

Page 93: ...vehicle before driving A seat that is not locked in place could be thrown about and cause injury in a sudden stop or crash Hold the steel handle next to the lock lever and the handle strap at the out...

Page 94: ...dealer Pull and hold the driver s window switch to close the window completely then hold the switch for about 2 seconds Start the engine Push down and hold the driver s window switch until the window...

Page 95: ...of the mirror to select the day or night 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 of...

Page 96: ...t pull down the lever to unlock the skylight then push it back in place Make sure the skylight is fully closed and locked To apply the parking brake pull the lever up fully To release it pull up sligh...

Page 97: ...es of the skylight and pull it toward you to remove it from the vehicle roof To remove the skylight Skylight 94 Before lifting the skylight make sure the roof of the vehicle is dry Rain or remaining w...

Page 98: ...r is pushed down When reinstalling the lever assembly push in both red pivots and align with the receptacle holes Let the pivots move out until they rest in the holes securely Make sure the skylight i...

Page 99: ...O AREA COIN TRAY CARGO AREA SIDE POCKET DOOR POCKETS VANITY MIRROR ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET BEVERAGE HOLDERS SEAT BACK POCKET CEILING POCKET GLOVE BOX RADIO POCKET CENTER LOWER POCKET SC model except SC...

Page 100: ...emove it push the tab and pull it up These sockets are intended to supply power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less 10 amps None of the sockets will power an automotive type ci...

Page 101: ...ransmitter Turn on the spotlight by pushing the lens Push the lens again to turn it off You can use the spotlights at all times The cargo area light has a three position switch In the center position...

Page 102: ...r at the side window Remove the support rod from the clip and swing the sun visor toward the side window To use a vanity mirror on the back of the sun visor pull up the cover If equipped Sun Visor Van...

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Page 104: ...a code number to enable it Vents Heating and A C 102 Air Flow Controls 103 Ventilation 104 Using the Heater 104 Using the A C 104 Dehumidify the Interior 105 To Defog and Defrost 105 To Remove Exterio...

Page 105: ...Vents Heating and A C 102 FAN CONTROL DIAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL MODE CONTROL DIAL RECIRCULATION BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING A C BUTTON REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON MAX A C POSITION DEFROST POSITION...

Page 106: ...is on when the A C is on When the recirculation indicator is on air from the vehicle s interior is sent throughout the system again When the indicator is off air is brought in from the outside of the...

Page 107: ...he gauge reading returns to normal Set the temperature to the lower limit Make sure the A C is off Select and fresh air mode Set the fan to the desired speed Turn on the A C by pressing the button The...

Page 108: ...helps to dehumidify the air and to defog the windshield In either mode you cannot turn off the A C When you switch to another mode the A C returns to its original setting either on or off as indicated...

Page 109: ...each vent This sends more warm air to the windshield defroster vents Once the windshield is clear select fresh air mode to avoid fogging the windows For your safety make sure you have a clear view thr...

Page 110: ...TEREO INDICATOR SCAN INDICATOR SCAN BUTTON SEEK BAR PWR VOL KNOB AUTO SELECT BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS TUNE KNOB PRESET BUTTONS AM FM BUTTON LX model Canadian EX and SC models SCAN BUTTON TUNE KNOB PWR VO...

Page 111: ...Playing the AM FM Radio 108 PWR VOL KNOB PRESET BUTTONS AM FM BUTTON U S EX and SC models TUNE KNOB SCAN BUTTON STEREO INDICATOR AUTO SELECT BUTTON SEEK SKIP BUTTONS...

Page 112: ...1 through 3 to store a total of six stations on AM and twelve stations on FM The scan function samples all stations with strong signals on the selected band To activate it press the SCAN button then r...

Page 113: ...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 describe...

Page 114: ...er 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 fl...

Page 115: ...can 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...

Page 116: ...radio is only available on U S models XM is a registered trademark of XM Satellite Radio Inc CONTINUED U S EX and SC models XM Satellite Radio Playing the XM Satellite Radio Features 113 TUNE KNOB CAT...

Page 117: ...MODE button until the mode changes In the channel mode you can select all of the available channels In the category mode such as Jazz Rock Classical etc you can select all of the channels within that...

Page 118: ...from the XM2 band To store a channel Press the XM button Either XM1 or XM2 will show in the display Use the TUNE knob or the CATEGORY or SCAN buttons to tune to a desired channel In category mode only...

Page 119: ...al is currently too weak Move the vehicle to an area away from tall buildings and with an unobstructed view of the southern horizon There is a problem with the XM antenna Please consult your dealer Th...

Page 120: ...ers are placed in major metropolitan areas Satellite signals are more likely to be blocked by tall buildings and mountains the farther north you travel from the equator Carrying large items on a roof...

Page 121: ...ellite radio service contact XM Radio at or at 1 800 852 9696 You will need to give them your radio I D number and your credit card number To get your radio I D number turn the TUNE knob until 0 appea...

Page 122: ...CATOR EJECT BUTTON CD SLOT SEEK SKIP BAR CD SLOT RANDOM INDICATOR RANDOM BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON DISPLAY BUTTON FOLDER KNOB LX model Canadian EX and SC models RANDOM INDICATOR FOLDER INDICATOR EJECT BUTT...

Page 123: ...Disc 120 CD BUTTON PWR VOL KNOB RANDOM INDICATOR DISC INDICATOR REPEAT BUTTON DISPLAY BUTTON FOLDER KNOB RANDOM BUTTON U S EX and SC models SCAN BUTTON EJECT BUTTON CD SLOT FOLDER INDICATOR SEEK SKIP...

Page 124: ...You can select up to folders or tracks Because the compressed audio format of MP3 and WMA discs allows them to store large amounts of files and tagging information these discs may take more time to b...

Page 125: ...out halfway into the disc slot The drive will pull the disc in the rest of the way and begin to play it When the system reaches the end of the disc it will return to the beginning and play the disc ag...

Page 126: ...hey are compressed in MP3 WMA To activate folder random play press and hold the RDM button You will see RDM in the display The system will then select and play files randomly This continues until you...

Page 127: ...first file in each folder for 10 seconds When it plays a file you want to continue listening to press the SCAN button again Pressing either side of the SEEK SKIP button or selecting a different folde...

Page 128: ...eset 5 DISC or the preset 6 DISC button To select the previous disc press the preset 5 DISC or the preset 6 DISC to select the next disc in sequence The auxiliary input jack is next to the accessory p...

Page 129: ...the drive When using CD R or CD RW discs use only high quality CDs labeled for audio use When recording a CD R or CD RW the recording must be closed for it to be used by the system A new disc may be r...

Page 130: ...new disc plays there is a problem with the first disc If the error message cycle repeats and you cannot clear it take your vehicle to a dealer FOCUS error Mechanical error High temperature Press the E...

Page 131: ...th the first disc If the error message cycle repeats and you cannot clear it take your vehicle to a dealer Press the magazine eject button and pull the magazine out If the message does not disappear o...

Page 132: ...e hundreds of number combinations possible from five digits making the system work without knowing the exact code is nearly impossible If you lose the card you must obtain the code number from a deale...

Page 133: ...me Change the minute by pressing the M button while pressing the CLOCK SCAN RPT button until the minute advances to the desired time Release the CLOCK button Press and hold the CLOCK button until the...

Page 134: ...revious hour If the displayed time is after the half hour pressing R sets the clock forward to the beginning of the next hour For example 1 06 will reset to 1 00 1 53 will reset to 2 00 When you are f...

Page 135: ...ges the mode Pressing the button repeatedly selects FM1 FM2 AM or CD if a CD is loaded On models with satellite radio system you can also select XM1 or XM2 The CHANNEL button has two functions dependi...

Page 136: ...come back on Push in the cruise control master button The indicator in the button comes on Cruise control allows you to maintain a set speed above 25 mph 40 km h without keeping your foot on the acce...

Page 137: ...set cruising speed in any of these ways Press and hold the SET DECEL button Release the button when you reach the desired speed To increase your speed in very small amounts tap the RES ACCEL button E...

Page 138: ...iously set cruising speed To return to that speed accelerate to above 25 mph 40 km h then press and release the RES ACCEL button The CRUISE CONTROL indicator will come on The vehicle will accelerate t...

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Page 140: ...ion in this section will help you If you plan to add any accessories to your vehicle please read the information in this section first Break in Period 138 Fuel Recommendation 138 Service Station Proce...

Page 141: ...0 rpm in a higher gear To stop this raise the engine speed by shifting to a lower gear We recommend quality gasoline containing detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits In...

Page 142: ...temperature changes Remove the fuel fill cap slowly You may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes Place the cap in the holder on the fuel fill door Park with the driver s side close...

Page 143: ...dashboard The hood will pop up slightly Put your fingers under the front edge of the hood near the center The hood latch handle is above the H logo Push this handle up to release it Lift up the hood...

Page 144: ...level in the radiator reserve tank Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines If it is below the MIN line see on page for information on adding the proper coolant Refer to on page for information a...

Page 145: ...ding to the maintenance messages displayed in the information display See on page Always drive in the highest gear possible Drive moderately Rapid acceleration abrupt cornering and hard braking use mo...

Page 146: ...non Honda accessories may fit on your vehicle they may not meet factory specifications and could adversely affect your vehicle s handling and stability Before installing any electronic accessory have...

Page 147: ...es ground clearance can allow the undercarriage to hit speed bumps or other raised objects which could cause the airbags to deploy Raising your vehicle with a non Honda suspension kit can affect the h...

Page 148: ...EX and SC models Seat back bungees EX model Roof rack if installed However carrying too much cargo or improperly storing it can affect your vehicle s handling stability stopping distance and tires an...

Page 149: ...vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For exa...

Page 150: ...operation of the side curtain airbags Distribute cargo evenly on the floor of the cargo area placing the heaviest items on the bottom and as far forward as possible Tie down items that could be throw...

Page 151: ...dium sized lightweight objects If the cords are not installed route one cord through the loops as shown To attach the hooks press the top of the hook down and slide to the desired position then releas...

Page 152: ...lity assist VSA system and facts you need if you are planning to tow a trailer or drive off highway Driving Guidelines 150 Preparing to Drive 151 Starting the Engine 152 Manual Transmission 153 Automa...

Page 153: ...any way that would raise the center of gravity Your vehicle is equipped with a four wheel drive 4WD system When the system senses a loss of front wheel traction it automatically transfers some power t...

Page 154: ...ck the gauges and indicators in the instrument panel see page Visually check the tires If a tire looks low use a gauge to check its pressure Check that the hood is fully closed Make sure all windows m...

Page 155: ...on key to the START III position 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 ag...

Page 156: ...push the clutch pedal down all the way shift to the next gear and let the pedal up gradually When you are not shifting do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal This can cause the clutch to wear out f...

Page 157: ...ngine s computer controls The engine will run normally when you reduce the rpm below the red zone Drive in the highest gear that lets the engine run and accelerate smoothly This will give you good fue...

Page 158: ...ansmission Avoid rapid acceleration and have the transmission checked by your dealer as soon as possible This position mechani cally locks the transmission Use Park whenever you are turning off or sta...

Page 159: ...gnition switch If you have done all of the above and still cannot move the lever out of Park see on page Use this position for your normal driving The transmission automatically selects a suitable gea...

Page 160: ...s the transmission in first gear By upshifting and downshifting through 1 2 D and D you can operate the transmission much like a manual transmission without a clutch pedal If you exceed the maximum sp...

Page 161: ...r to remove it Insert the key in the shift lock release slot Push down on the key while you press the release button on the shift lever and move the shift lever out of Park to neutral Remove the key f...

Page 162: ...u Lock the doors and the hatch with the key 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 If the...

Page 163: ...aking at two wheels Resting your foot on the pedal keeps the brakes applied lightly builds up heat and reduces their effectiveness It also keeps your brake lights on all the time confusing drivers beh...

Page 164: ...nces the front to rear braking distribution according to vehicle loading Let the ABS work for you by always keeping firm steady pressure on the brake pedal This is sometimes referred to as stomp and s...

Page 165: ...ear wheels to lock up and possibly lead to a loss of control The VSA indicator will come on along with the ABS indicator It only helps with steering control during braking such as trying to take a cor...

Page 166: ...You 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 If the tire is flat or if the tire pressure is t...

Page 167: ...Have the system checked by your dealer as soon as possible If you have a flat tire the low tire pressure indicator will come on Replace the flat tire with the compact spare tire see page 218 As requi...

Page 168: ...blink When VSA activates you will see the VSA activation indicator blink see page The VSA system indicator see page comes on and stays on when there is a problem with the VSA system The VSA activatio...

Page 169: ...switch the VSA on again We do not recommend driving your vehicle with the VSA and traction control systems switched off In certain unusual conditions when your vehicle gets stuck in shallow mud or fre...

Page 170: ...d cause it to sway Be sure to read the on page if you plan to tow off paved surfaces The maximum allowable weight of the trailer and everything in or on it must not exceed 1 500 lbs 680 kg Towing a tr...

Page 171: ...gue load gauge check the tongue load the first time you set up a towing combination a fully loaded vehicle and trailer then recheck the tongue load whenever the conditions change The maximum allowable...

Page 172: ...tow a trailer Make sure the chains are secured to the trailer and hitch and that they cross under the tongue and can catch the trailer if it becomes unhitched Leave enough slack to allow the trailer t...

Page 173: ...and wiring vary by trailer type and brand you should have a qualified technician install a suitable connector between the vehicle and the trailer Improper equipment or installation can cause damage t...

Page 174: ...rly serviced and is in good condition The hitch safety chains and any other attachments are secure All items in or on the trailer are properly secured and cannot shift while you drive For your safety...

Page 175: ...then turn the wheel to the left to get the trailer to move to the left and turn the wheel right to move the trailer to the right Follow all normal precautions when parking including firmly setting th...

Page 176: ...manual pay special attention to the precautions and tips in this section and get acquainted with your vehicle before you leave the pavement Your vehicle has been designed primarily for use on pavement...

Page 177: ...f a hole Starting with the shift lever in second 2 gear will help you have a smoother start on snow or ice Keep in mind that you will usually need more time and distance to brake to a stop on unpaved...

Page 178: ...o happen to get stuck because of inclement weather or other conditions choose a safe and appropriate course of action You should never use a jack to try getting unstuck A jack only works on firm level...

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Page 180: ...d and instructions for simple maintenance tasks you may want to take care of yourself Maintenance Safety 178 Maintenance Minder 179 Maintenance Record 186 Fluid Locations 188 Adding Engine Oil 189 Cha...

Page 181: ...e hazard that can arise in performing maintenance Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task Make sure your vehicle is parked on level ground the parking brake is set and the e...

Page 182: ...aining engine oil life is shown on the display according to this table To see the current engine oil life turn the ignition switch to the ON II position then press and release the select reset knob re...

Page 183: ...ng service will be displayed below the OIL LIFE message When the remaining engine oil life is 5 to 1 percent you will see a SERVICE message along with the same maintenance item code s every time you t...

Page 184: ...he main and sub items required at the time of the oil change see page You can switch the information display from the engine oil life display to the odometer or the trip meter Press and release the se...

Page 185: ...tems displayed in the information display are in code For an explanation of these maintenance codes see page To change the information display from the engine oil life display to the odometer or the t...

Page 186: ...s This can lead to serious mechanical problems because you will no longer have an accurate record of when maintenance is needed Press and hold the select reset knob for about 10 seconds The engine oil...

Page 187: ...ver all maintenance services should be performed in accordance with the intervals indicated by the information display You should check the following items at the specified intervals If you are unsure...

Page 188: ...ystem Fuel lines and connections Maintenance Sub Items Rotate tires Replace air cleaner element If you drive in dusty conditions replace every 15 000 miles 24 000 km Replace dust and pollen filter If...

Page 189: ...enance Performed A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here W...

Page 190: ...m km Mileage km km km km km km km Signature Date Maintenance Performed A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 Maintenance Perfo...

Page 191: ...COOLANT RESERVOIR WASHER FLUID Blue cap ENGINE OIL FILL CAP POWER STEERING FLUID Red cap ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK Orange tab BRAKE FLUID Gray cap CLUTCH FLUID Manual Transmission only Gray cap AUTOMATIC T...

Page 192: ...es The oil viscosity or weight is provided on the container s label 5W 20 oil is formulated for year round protection of your vehicle to improve cold weather starting and fuel economy Unscrew and remo...

Page 193: ...ne if they are not removed regularly Changing the oil and filter requires special tools and access from underneath the vehicle The vehicle should be raised on a service station type hydraulic lift for...

Page 194: ...not turn off the engine and check your work Refill the engine with the recom mended oil Engine oil change capacity including filter Put a new washer on the drain bolt then reinstall the drain bolt Ti...

Page 195: ...pletely empty you should also check the coolant level in the radiator Always use Honda Long life Anti freeze Coolant Type 2 This coolant is pre mixed with 50 percent antifreeze and 50 percent water Ne...

Page 196: ...level in the windshield washer reservoir at least monthly during normal use The low washer level indicator comes on when the level is low see page When you refill the reservoir clean the edges of the...

Page 197: ...h the engine at normal operating temperature Remove the dipstick yellow loop from the transmission and wipe it with a clean cloth Insert the dipstick all the way into the transmission securely as show...

Page 198: ...dge of the bolt hole If it is not add Honda Manual Transmission Fluid MTF until it starts to run out of the hole If you are not sure how to check and add fluid contact your dealer Pour the fluid slowl...

Page 199: ...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 caus...

Page 200: ...power steering fluid to the UPPER LEVEL Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so you do not spill any Clean up any spill immediately it could damage components in the engine compartment The fluid level...

Page 201: ...our vehicle has halogen headlight bulbs two on each side When replacing a bulb handle it by its base and protect the glass from contact with your skin or hard objects If you touch the glass clean it w...

Page 202: ...e front end of the air intake duct Remove the rubber weather seal by pulling on the tab Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling the connector straight back Unclip the end of the hold...

Page 203: ...ke duct Insert the new bulb into the hole and turn it one quarter turn clockwise to lock it in place Remove the bulb by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise Remove the electrical connector fro...

Page 204: ...the driver s side remove the front end of the air intake duct by pulling it out see page Remove the socket from the headlight assembly by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise Pull the bulb st...

Page 205: ...g it clockwise until it locks Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working Put the light assembly back into the body bottom first Push on the top edge until it snaps into place Remove the s...

Page 206: ...r turn counterclockwise Pull the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms Open the hatch and the tailgate Remove the two mounting screws with a Phill...

Page 207: ...ack into the light assembly right side first Push on the left edge until it snaps into place Using a cloth to prevent scratches insert a small flat tip screwdriver between the left edge of the lens an...

Page 208: ...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 Pu...

Page 209: ...h glass and hold it Rear This filter removes the dust and pollen that is brought in from the outside through the heating and cooling system Have your dealer replace the filter when this service is ind...

Page 210: ...nforcement strips from the old wiper blade and install them in the slots along the edge of the new blade Disconnect the blade assembly from the wiper arm by pushing in the lock tab Hold the lock tab i...

Page 211: ...d Clean the wheels as you would the rest of the exterior Wash them with the same solution and rinse them thoroughly Aluminum alloy wheels have a protective clear coat that keeps the aluminum from corr...

Page 212: ...erinflated While tubeless tires have some ability to self seal if they are punctured you should look closely for punctures if a tire starts losing pressure Check the air pressures when the tires are c...

Page 213: ...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 or cracks...

Page 214: ...he tires to the positions shown in the chart each time they are rotated If you purchase directional tires rotate only front to back In addition to proper inflation correct wheel alignment helps to dec...

Page 215: ...ou ever replace a wheel make sure that the wheel s specifications match those of the original wheels Replacement wheels are available at your dealer 246 248 SC model SC model On all models except SC O...

Page 216: ...as soon as you begin driving on cleared roads Tires marked M S or All Season on the sidewall have an all weather tread design suitable for most winter driving conditions For the best performance in sn...

Page 217: ...onnect both cables to prevent damaging your vehicle s electrical system Always disconnect the negative cable first and reconnect it last If your vehicle s battery is disconnected or goes dead the time...

Page 218: ...for storage Proper preparation helps prevent deterioration and makes it easier to get your vehicle back on the road If possible store your vehicle indoors Leave one window open slightly if the vehicl...

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Page 220: ...e able to get going again If not you will also find instructions on getting your vehicle towed Compact Spare Tire 218 Changing a Flat Tire 219 If the Engine Won t Start 225 Jump Starting 227 If the En...

Page 221: ...ou can Replace the tire when you can see the tread wear indicator bars The replacement should be the same size and design tire mounted on the same wheel The spare tire is not designed to be mounted on...

Page 222: ...in Park automatic or reverse manual Apply the parking brake If you are towing a trailer unhitch the trailer Turn on the hazard warning lights and turn the ignition switch to the LOCK 0 position Have...

Page 223: ...or Unscrew the wing bolt and take the spare tire out of the cargo area Remove the tools and the jack To remove the jack turn the jack s end bracket counterclockwise to loosen it Loosen the five wheel...

Page 224: ...re the jacking point tab is resting in the jack notch Use the extension and the wheel nut wrench as shown to raise the vehicle until the flat tire is off the ground Remove the wheel nuts then remove t...

Page 225: ...n 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 Do not attempt to forcibly pry t...

Page 226: ...rely 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 Lower the vehicle to the grou...

Page 227: ...floor Place the flat tire face down on the cargo area floor Align the center of the flat tire with the hole in the cargo area floor Remove the spacer cone from the wing bolt turn it over and put it ba...

Page 228: ...of the battery and terminal connections see page You can then try jump starting the vehicle from a booster battery see page You hear nothing or almost nothing The engine s starter motor does not opera...

Page 229: ...position but the engine does not run Are you using the proper starting procedure Refer to on page Do you have fuel Check the fuel gauge the low fuel indicator may not be working There may be an elect...

Page 230: ...the hood and check the physical condition of the battery In very cold weather check the condition of the electrolyte If it seems slushy or frozen do not try jump starting until it thaws 1 2 CONTINUED...

Page 231: ...vehicle then from the booster battery Keep the ends of the jumper cables away from each other and any metal on the vehicle until everything is disconnected Otherwise you may cause an electrical short...

Page 232: ...mmediate action The only indication may be the temperature gauge climbing to or above the red mark Or you may see steam or spray coming from under the hood If you see steam and or spray coming from un...

Page 233: ...coolant in the reserve tank you may need to add coolant to the radiator Let the engine cool down until the pointer reaches the middle of the temperature gauge or lower before checking the radiator St...

Page 234: ...ll off the road and shut off the engine Turn on the hazard warning lights Start the engine and watch the oil pressure indicator If it does not go out within 10 seconds turn off the engine There is a m...

Page 235: ...D indicator To check if they are set turn the ignition switch to the ON II position without starting the engine The malfunction indicator lamp will come on for 20 seconds If it then goes off the read...

Page 236: ...lowly and carefully 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 flu...

Page 237: ...he fuses before deciding that a blown fuse is the cause Replace any blown fuses and check if the device works The interior fuse box is underneath the steering column To remove the fuse box lid turn th...

Page 238: ...box Look for a blown wire inside the fuse If it is blown replace it with one of the spare fuses of the same rating or lower Check each of the large fuses in the under hood fuse boxes by looking throug...

Page 239: ...roblem and you do not have a spare fuse take a fuse of the same rating or a lower rating from one of the other circuits Make sure you can do without that circuit temporarily such as the accessory powe...

Page 240: ...ors LAF Heater B Ignition Relay Fuel Pump Front Accessory Power Socket Turn Signal Lights Front Wiper Not Used Passenger s Power Window Driver s Power Window Not Used Not Used 7 5 A 20 A 7 5 A 10 A 7...

Page 241: ...0 A 40 A 40 A 15 A 15 A 15 A 30 A 100 A 50 A Condenser Fan Small Light Interior Light Cooling Fan Motor Hazard IGP Horn Stop DBW Back Up VSA Motor Rear Defroster Heater Motor Power Window Main Option...

Page 242: ...le needs to be towed call a professional towing service or organization Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain It is very dangerous The only way you can safely tow your vehicle is with flat...

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Page 244: ...ding 246 Treadwear 246 Traction 246 Temperature 247 Tire Labeling 248 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Required Federal Explanation 249 Emissions Controls 251 The Clean Air Act 251 Crankcase Emiss...

Page 245: ...vehicle The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the 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...

Page 246: ...umber is on a label on top of the transmission The engine number is stamped into the engine block Identification Numbers Technical Information 243 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER ENGINE NUMBER MANUAL TR...

Page 247: ...maining in the engine Type Bore x Stroke Displacement Compression ratio Spark plugs SKJ20DR M11 IZFR6K 11 9 7 1 144 cu in 2 354 cm 3 43 x 3 90 in 87 0 x 99 0 mm Water cooled 4 stroke DOHC i VTEC 4 cyl...

Page 248: ...High mount brake light 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 21 W 10 W 8 W 10 W 3 CP 18 W 21 CP 21 5 W 21 W 3 CP 21 5 W 12 V 60 W 12 V 55 W 12 V 12 V 5 W P215 70R16 99S 0 24 1 00 Size Pressure...

Page 249: ...are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C...

Page 250: ...te heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessi...

Page 251: ...sure Vehicle type P indicates passenger vehicle Tire width in millimeters Aspect ratio the tire s section height as a percentage of its width Tire construction code R indicates radial Rim diameter in...

Page 252: ...may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressur...

Page 253: ...is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator has a separate telltale which displays the symbol TPMS when illuminated TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons including the ins...

Page 254: ...t 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 atmos...

Page 255: ...e exhaust emissions controls include three systems PGM FI ignition timing control and three way catalytic converter These three systems work together to control the engine s combustion and minimize th...

Page 256: ...neffective Keep the engine well maintained The three way catalytic converter must operate at a high temperature for the chemical reactions to take place It can set on fire any combustible materials th...

Page 257: ...e 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 condition the vehicle for retesting by doing the following Mak...

Page 258: ...in D A T or 5th M T Do not use cruise control When traffic allows drive for 90 seconds without moving the accelerator pedal Vehicle speed may vary slightly this is okay If you cannot do this for a con...

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Page 260: ...Customer Service Information 258 Warranty Coverages 259 Reporting Safety Defects U S Vehicles 260 Authorized Manuals 261 Warranty and Customer Relations Warranty and Customer Relations 257...

Page 261: ...or write please give us this information Vehicle identification number see page Name and address of the dealer who services your vehicle Date of purchase Mileage on your vehicle Your name address and...

Page 262: ...e covered under this warranty Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors Please read your warranty booklet for details covers all Honda replacement parts against defects...

Page 263: ...which 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...

Page 264: ...Repair Manual 2007 Honda Element Honda Service History Order Form for Previous Years Indicate Year and Model Desired Publication Form Number 61SCV04 61SCV04EL 61SCV30 31SCV641 31SCVM20 31SCVQ40 HON R...

Page 265: ...er or company name and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be sent For purchases outside U S A please write to the address shown below for a quotation P O BOX 07280 DETR...

Page 266: ...eration 161 Anti theft Audio System 129 Anti theft Steering Column Lock 79 Armrests Front Seat 84 Audio System 107 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners 22 Automatic Speed Control 133 Automatic Transmission...

Page 267: ...rmation 258 Controls Instruments and 57 Coolant Adding 192 Checking 141 Proper Solution 192 Temperature Gauge 68 Crankcase Emissions Control System 251 Cruise Control Indicator 62 Cruise Control Opera...

Page 268: ...ator Lamp 232 Overheated Engine 229 Emergency Brake 93 Emergency Flashers 73 Emergency Towing 239 Emissions Controls 251 Emissions Testing State 254 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge 68 Engine Speed Li...

Page 269: ...71 Replacing Halogen Bulbs 198 Turning on 71 Head Restraints 85 Safety Information 15 Heating and Cooling 102 High Altitude Starting at 152 High Low Beam Switch 71 Hood Opening and Closing the 140 Ho...

Page 270: ...chors 46 Lower Gear Downshifting to a 153 Lubricant Specifications Chart 244 Luggage 145 Maintenance 177 Minder 179 Minder Indicator 61 Owner Maintenance Checks 184 Record 186 187 Safety 178 Malfuncti...

Page 271: ...Teens 12 Additional Safety Precautions 18 Advice for Pregnant Women 18 Protecting Children 37 Protecting Infants and Small Children 42 Protecting Larger Children 51 Using Booster Seat 52 Radiator Over...

Page 272: ...ock 130 Shift Lever Position Indicator 155 Shift Lock Release 158 Side Airbags 31 Off Indicator 34 Side Marker Lights Bulb Replacement 201 Signaling Turns 71 Skylight 93 Snow Tires 213 Sound System 10...

Page 273: ...T Tire Quality Grading 246 Inflation 208 Inspection 210 Low Pressure Indicator 64 163 Maintenance 211 Replacing 211 Rotating 211 Snow 213 Specifications 245 Tire Chains 213 VSA and Tire Sizes 166 Tool...

Page 274: ...itch 166 VSA System and Activation Indicators 64 WARNING Explanation of iii Warning Labels Location of 55 Warranty Coverages 259 Washers Windshield Checking the Fluid Level 193 Operation 70 Wheels 208...

Page 275: ...mporary replacement see page Honda ATF Z1 Automatic Transmission Fluid preferred or a DEXRON III ATF as a temporary replacement see page Honda Manual Transmission Fluid preferred or an SAE 10W 30 or 1...

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