Honda 2006 Odyssey Owner's Manual

Honda 2006 Odyssey Owner's Manual

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2006 Odyssey
Owner's Manual
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© 2006 Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
P/N 31SHJ610

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  • Page 1 This manual will be replaced with a hyperlinked version at the end of the model year. © 2006 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. P/N 31SHJ610...
  • Page 2 The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., POSTAL CODE Ltd. reserves the right, however, to V. I. N. discontinue or change specifications or...
  • Page 3 This One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Honda is to information is intended to help you read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and avoid damage to your Honda, other convenience items.
  • Page 4 A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, is very important. And operating this including: vehicle safely is an important Safety Labels on the vehicle. responsibility.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ....................Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ............(indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column) Instruments and Controls .......... . 59 (climate, audio, steering wheel, Rear Entertainment, security, cruise control, and HomeLink) Features ....
  • Page 7 (U.S. and Canada only) shift the transmission, and park; plus A summary of the warranties what you need to know if you’re covering your new Honda, and how Driver and Passenger Safety Important information about the planning to tow a trailer.
  • Page 8: Your Vehicle At A Glance

    Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.61, 62) SHIFT LEVER HEATING AND COOLING SYSTEM/ GAUGES (P.71) (P.300) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.192) SEAT HEATER (P.164) SWITCHES MIRROR CONTROLS (P.171) SEAT MEMORY SWITCHES (P.165) POWER GLOVE BOXES DOOR LOCK (P.184) SWITCHES (P.141) POWER WINDOW...
  • Page 9: Your Vehicle At A Glance

    Your Vehicle at a Glance CRUISE HAZARD WARNING HEADLIGHTS/ MULTI-INFORMATION CLOCK DRIVER’S PEDAL CONTROL BUTTON ADJUSTMENT SWITCH TURN SIGNALS DISPLAY SWITCHES (P.232) (P.269) (P.130) (P.173) (P.126) (P.75) POWER SLIDING DOOR SWITCHES (P.146) PASSENGER MOONROOF AIRBAG OFF (P.170) INDICATOR (P.33) POWER TAILGATE REAR WINDOW SWITCH (P.143)
  • Page 11: Driver And Passenger Safety

    Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Additional Information About Your All Children Should Sit in a Back information about how to protect Seat Belts ........22 Seat ..........37 yourself and your passengers. It Seat Belt System Components . 22 The Passenger’s Front Airbag shows you how to use seat belts.
  • Page 12: Important Safety Precautions

    Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety Restrain All Children every additional drink. So don’t drink recommendations throughout this Children age 12 and under should and drive, and don’t let your friends section, and throughout this manual. ride properly restrained in a back drink and drive, either.
  • Page 13: Your Vehicle's Safety Features

    Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to protect you and your passengers during a crash. (11) 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;...
  • Page 14 Your Vehicle’s Safety Features However, you and your passengers Seat Belts can’t take full advantage of these Your vehicle is equipped with seat features unless you remain sitting in belts in all seating positions. Not wearing a seat belt properly a proper position and always wear increases the chance of serious...
  • Page 15 Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Help keep you from being thrown Airbags against the inside 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 from an inflating airbag and allows you to get the best...
  • Page 16 Your Vehicle’s Safety Features The most important things you need Always wear What you should do: to know about your airbags are: your seat belt properly, and sit upright and as far back from the steering wheel as possible while Airbags do not replace seat belts.
  • Page 17: Protecting Adults And Teens

    Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction Close and Lock the Doors Adjust the Front Seats The following pages provide After everyone has entered the instructions on how to properly vehicle, be sure the doors and protect the driver, adult passengers, tailgate are closed and locked. and teenage children who are large enough and mature enough to drive Your vehicle has a door and...
  • Page 18: Adjust The Seat-Backs

    Protecting Adults and Teens If you sit too close to the steering Adjust the Seat-Backs wheel or dashboard, you can be seriously injured by an inflating front Sitting too close to a front airbag, or by striking the steering airbag can result in serious wheel or dashboard.
  • Page 19: Adjust The Head Restraints

    Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Head Restraints Reclining the seat-back too far Improperly positioning head can result in serious injury or restraints reduces their death in a crash. effectiveness and you can be seriously injured in a crash. Adjust the seat-back to an upright position, and sit well Make sure head restraints are back in the seat.
  • Page 20: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts

    Protecting Adults and Teens Fasten and Position the Seat If necessary, pull up on the belt again Belts to remove any slack, then check that Insert the latch plate into the buckle, the belt rests across the center of then tug on the belt to make sure the your chest and over your shoulder.
  • Page 21 Protecting Adults and Teens Never place the shoulder portion of a Using the Lap/Shoulder Belt in the lap/shoulder belt under your arm or Center Position of the Third Row This could cause behind your back. very serious injuries in a crash. LATCH PLATE If a seat belt does not seem to work...
  • Page 22 Protecting Adults and Teens Using a seat belt with the detachable seat belt anchor ANCHOR unlatched increases the chance LATCH of serious injury or death in a crash. Before using the seat belt, make sure the detachable seat belt anchor is correctly latched. ANCHOR BUCKLE Insert the hook at the end of the...
  • Page 23: Maintain A Proper Sitting Position

    Protecting Adults and Teens Maintain a Proper Sitting In addition, an occupant who is out of Position position in the front seat can be After all occupants have adjusted seriously or fatally injured in a crash Sitting improperly or out of their seats and put on seat belts, it is by striking interior parts of the position can result in serious...
  • Page 24: Advice For Pregnant Women

    Protecting Adults and Teens Advice for Pregnant Women When driving, remember to sit Additional Safety Precautions upright and adjust the seat as far Never let passengers ride in the back as possible while allowing full cargo area or on top of a folded- control of the vehicle.
  • Page 25 Protecting Adults and Teens Do not put any accessories on seat Do not attach or place objects on Devices intended to improve Objects on belts. the front airbag covers. occupant comfort or reposition the the covers marked ‘‘SRS AIRBAG’’ shoulder part of a seat belt can could interfere with the proper reduce the protective capability of operation of the airbags or be...
  • Page 26: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts

    Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components Lap/Shoulder Belt restrain your body. Your seat belt system includes lap/ The lap/shoulder belt goes over shoulder belts in all seating positions. your shoulder, across your chest, The seat belts in all positions except The front seat belts are also and across your hips.
  • Page 27: Automatic Seat Belt Tensionners

    The tensioners can also be activated during a collision in which the front Honda provides a lifetime warranty For added protection, the front seat airbags . In this case, the on seat belts for U.S. models. See...
  • Page 28 Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If a seat belt is worn during a crash, it must be replaced by the dealer. A belt that has been worn during a Not checking or maintaining crash may not provide the same level seat belts can result in serious of protection in a subsequent crash.
  • Page 29: Additional Information About Your Airbags

    Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components Your Airbag System includes: Two SRS (supplemental restraint (12) system) front airbags. The driver’s (10) airbag is stored in the center of the steering wheel; the front passenger’s airbag is stored in the dashboard.
  • Page 30 Additional Information About Your Airbags Automatic seat belt tensioners A driver’s seat position sensor that An indicator on the instrument (see page monitors the distance of the seat panel that alerts you that the from the front airbag. If the seat is passenger’s side airbag has been Sensors that can detect a too far forward, the airbag will...
  • Page 31: How Your Front Airbags Work

    Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Front Airbags Work During a frontal crash, your seat belt restrains your lower body and torso, and the airbag helps protect your head and chest. Although both airbags normally inflate within a split second of each other, it is possible for only one airbag to deploy.
  • Page 32 Additional Information About Your Airbags The total time for inflation and Dual-Stage Airbags Dual-Threshold Airbags deflation is one-tenth of a second, so Your front airbags are dual-stage Your front airbags are also dual- fast that most occupants are not airbags. This means they have two threshold airbags.
  • Page 33 Additional Information About Your Airbags Advanced Airbags 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 who ride in front. PASSENGER’S For both advanced airbags to work SEAT WEIGHT properly: DRIVER’S...
  • Page 34: How Your Side Airbags Work

    Additional Information About Your Airbags When the airbag is turned off, an Moving the front seat forcibly How Your Side Airbags Work indicator in the center of the back against cargo on the seat or dashboard will come on indicating floor behind it.
  • Page 35 To get the best protection from the Although Honda does not encourage indicator will go out. side airbags, front seat occupants children to ride in front, this system...
  • Page 36: How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work

    Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Side Curtain Airbags If the impact is on the passenger’s How the SRS Indicator Works Work side, the passenger’s side curtain The SRS indicator alerts airbag will inflate even if there are no you to a potential problem occupants on that side of the vehicle.
  • Page 37: How The Side Airbag Off Indicator Works

    Additional Information About Your Airbags If you see any of these indications, How the Side Airbag Off How the Passenger Airbag Off the airbags and seat belt tensioners Indicator Works Indicator Works may not work properly when you This indicator U.S.
  • Page 38: Airbag Service

    Additional Information About Your Airbags If no one is riding in the front seat, Airbag Service If your vehicle has a moderate to the airbag will be automatically shut Your airbag systems are virtually Even if your severe impact. off. However, the indicator will not maintenance free, and there are no airbags do not inflate, your dealer come on.
  • Page 39: Additional Safety Precautions

    Tampering could cause disabilities, first contact American reason. the airbags to deploy, possibly Honda at 800-999-1009. causing very serious injury. Do not cover or replace front seat- Do not expose the front passenger’s back covers without consulting seat-back to liquid.
  • Page 40: Protecting Children General Guidelines

    Protecting Children General Guidelines All Children Must Be Restrained Each year, many children are injured or killed in vehicle crashes because Children who are unrestrained they are either unrestrained or not or improperly restrained can be properly restrained. In fact, vehicle seriously injured or killed in a accidents are the number one cause crash.
  • Page 41: All Children Should Sit In A Back Seat

    Protecting Children General Guidelines All Children Should Sit in a Back The Passenger’s Front Airbag Small Children Seat Can Pose Serious Risks Placing a forward-facing child seat in According to accident statistics, Front airbags have been designed to the front seat of a vehicle equipped children of all ages and sizes are help protect adults in a moderate to with a passenger’s front airbag can...
  • Page 42 Protecting Children General Guidelines To remind you of the passenger’s Canadian Models front airbag hazards, and that children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S. models) and on the driver’s and front passenger’s visors.
  • Page 43: If You Must Drive With Several Children

    Protecting Children General Guidelines If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close If a child requires close physical Children Attention attention or frequent visual contact, Your vehicle has two rows of back Many parents say they prefer to put we strongly recommend that another seats where children can be properly an infant or small child in the front...
  • Page 44: Additional Safety Precautions

    Protecting Children General Guidelines Additional Safety Precautions Use childproof door locks to Lock all doors and tailgate when Children Never hold an infant or child on prevent children from opening the your vehicle is not in use. If you are not wearing a This can prevent children who play in vehicles can your lap.
  • Page 45: Protecting Infants And Small Children

    Protecting Infants and Small Children Protecting Infants Two types of seats may be used: a Child Seat Placement seat designed exclusively for infants, A rear-facing child seat can be placed or a convertible seat used in the rear- in any seating position in the second facing, reclining mode.
  • Page 46: Protecting Small Children

    Protecting Infants and Small Children In any situation, we strongly Protecting Small Children Child Seat Placement recommend that you install the child We strongly recommend placing a seat directly behind the front forward-facing child seat in a back passenger’s seat, move the seat as seat, not the front.
  • Page 47: Selecting A Child Seat

    Protecting Infants and Small Children, Selecting a Child Seat Selecting a Child Seat We also recommend selecting a When buying a child seat, you need LATCH-compatible seat with a rigid, to choose either a conventional child rather than a flexible, anchor (see Placing a forward-facing child seat, or one designed for use with page...
  • Page 48: Installing A Child Seat

    Selecting a Child Seat, Installing a Child Seat Whatever type of seat you choose, to Installing a Child Seat movement can be expected and provide proper protection, a child After selecting a proper child seat should not reduce the child seat’s seat should meet three and a good place to install the seat, effectiveness.
  • Page 49: With Latch

    Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with LOWER ANCHOR MARKS LATCH Your vehicle is equipped with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) in the two second row seats and the center seating position of the third row. The lower anchors are located between the seat-back and seat bottom, and are to be used only with...
  • Page 50 Installing a Child Seat Attach the tether strap hook to the tether anchor, then tighten the strap as instructed by the child seat maker. Push and pull the child seat forward and from side-to-side to verify that it is secure. ANCHOR FLEXIBLE TYPE Other LATCH-compatible seats have...
  • Page 51 Installing a Child Seat To install a LATCH-compatible child seat in the center seating position of the third row: Unlatch the detachable seat belt anchor latch and retract the seat belt all the way into the ceiling. Place the latch plate and anchor latch in their holding slots (see page Follow steps 1 through 4 of the...
  • Page 52: With A Lap/Shoulder Belt

    Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt When not using the LATCH system, all child seats must be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap/ shoulder belt. In addition, the lap/shoulder belts in all seating positions except the driver’s have a locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a...
  • Page 53 Installing a Child Seat After confirming that the belt is Push and pull the child seat locked, grab the shoulder part of forward and from side-to-side to the belt near the buckle, and pull verify that it is firmly secured. If up to remove any slack from the the child seat is not secure, lap part of the belt.
  • Page 54: With A Tether

    Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Second Row Installation Tether A child seat with a tether can be installed in any seating position in the second or third row seats. Since a tether can provide additional security, we recommend using a tether whenever one is required or available.
  • Page 55 Installing a Child Seat Third Row Installation Center Position Outside Position ANCHORAGE POINTS Attach the tether strap hook to the Each outside seating position of the The center seating position of the anchor, making sure the strap is third row has an anchorage point on third row has an anchorage point on not twisted.
  • Page 56: Protecting Larger Children

    Protecting Larger Children When a child reaches the Checking Seat Belt Fit recommended weight or height limit for a forward-facing child seat, the Allowing a child age 12 or under child should sit in a back seat on a to sit in front can result in injury booster seat and wear a lap/shoulder or death if the passenger’s front belt.
  • Page 57: Using A Booster Seat

    Protecting Larger Children Does the shoulder belt cross Using a Booster Seat Booster seats can be high-back or between the child’s neck and arm? low-back. Whichever style you select, make sure the booster meets federal Is the lap part of the belt as low as safety standards (see page ) and possible, touching the child’s...
  • Page 58: When Can A Child Sit In Front

    Protecting Larger Children When Can a Larger Child Sit in Of course, children vary widely. And If you decide that a child can safely Front while age may be one indicator of ride up front, be sure to: The National Highway Traffic Safety when a child can safely ride in the Administration and Transport front, there are other important...
  • Page 59: Additional Safety Precautions

    Protecting Larger Children Additional Safety Precautions Do not put any accessories on a seat Devices intended to improve a Do not let a child wear a seat belt belt. This could result in child’s comfort or reposition the across the neck. serious neck injuries during a crash.
  • Page 60: Carbon Monoxide Hazard

    Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle’s exhaust contains With the tailgate open, air flow can carbon monoxide gas. You should pull exhaust gas into your vehicle’s have no problem with carbon interior and create a hazardous Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. monoxide entering the vehicle in condition.
  • Page 61: Safety Labels

    Safety Labels These labels are in the locations DASHBOARD shown. They warn you of potential U.S. models only hazards that could cause serious injury. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S. dashboard label, which is removed by the owner), contact your dealer for a replacement.
  • Page 62 Safety Labels SUN VISOR U.S. models Canadian models DOORJAMB U.S. models Canadian models...
  • Page 63: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls This section gives information about Instrument Panel ......61 Seat Heaters ........164 the controls and displays that Instrument Panel Indicators ... 63 Driver’s Seat Position Memory contribute to the daily operation of Gauges ..........
  • Page 64: Gauges (P

    Control Locations INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.61, 62) SHIFT LEVER HEATING AND COOLING SYSTEM/ GAUGES (P.71) (P.300) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.192) SEAT HEATER (P.164) SWITCHES MIRROR CONTROLS (P.171) POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCHES (P.141) GLOVE BOXES (P.184) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.167) AUDIO SYSTEM/ REAR ENTERTAINMENT FUEL FILL SYSTEM...
  • Page 65: Instrument Panel

    Instrument Panel IMMOBILIZER (LX, EX and EX-L models) POWER SLIDING VSA ACTIVATION VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SYSTEM DOOR INDICATOR INDICATOR SYSTEM INDICATOR INDICATOR (P.67) (P.65) (P.65) CRUISE CONTROL (P.67) MAIN INDICATOR (P.69) CRUISE CONTROL LIGHTS-ON INDICATOR INDICATOR (P.66) (P.69) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE FUEL ECONOMY SYSTEM INDICATOR INDICATOR...
  • Page 66 Instrument Panel IMMOBILIZER CRUISE CONTROL VEHICLE STABILITY LIGHTS-ON (Touring models) SYSTEM MAIN INDICATOR INDICATOR ACTIVATION ASSIST SYSTEM INDICATOR INDICATOR (P.69) (P.66) INDICATOR (P.65) (P.67) (P.65) LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR CHARGING SYSTEM (P.66) INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL (P.63) INDICATOR (P.69) FOG LIGHT INDICATOR ANTI-LOCK BRAKE (P.69)
  • Page 67: Instrument Panel Indicators

    Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many Charging System If it stays on after you fully release indicators to give you important Indicator the parking brake while the engine information about your vehicle. If this indicator comes on when the is running, or if it comes on while engine is running, the battery is not driving, there could be a problem...
  • Page 68 Instrument Panel Indicators Seat Belt Reminder Supplemental Restraint U.S. Canada Indicator System Indicator Side Airbag Off This indicator comes on when you This indicator comes on briefly when Indicator turn the ignition switch to the ON you turn the ignition switch to the This indicator comes on when you (II) position.
  • Page 69 Instrument Panel Indicators Anti-lock Brake System Vehicle Stability Assist VSA Activation Indicator (ABS) Indicator (VSA) System Indicator This indicator normally comes on for This indicator normally comes on for This indicator has three functions: a few seconds when you turn the a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) ignition switch to the ON (II)
  • Page 70 Repair or replacement of PAX tires exterior lights are on. It comes on ignition switch to the ON (II) must be done by a Honda dealer or when the light switch is in either the position. an authorized Michelin PAX system position.
  • Page 71 Instrument Panel Indicators Immobilizer System Door and Tailgate Open Monitor U.S. Canada Indicator Power Sliding This indicator comes on for a few Door Indicator seconds when you turn the ignition On EX and EX-L models only switch to the ON (II) position. It will This indicator comes on for a few go off if you have inserted a seconds when you turn the ignition...
  • Page 72 Instrument Panel Indicators Turn Signal and Low Fuel Indicator Hazard Warning LOW FUEL Indicators INDICATOR 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 page ).
  • Page 73 Instrument Panel Indicators High Beam Indicator ‘‘Daytime Running Cruise Main Indicator Lights’’ Indicator This indicator comes on with the This indicator comes on when you Canadian models only high beam headlights. For more This indicator comes on when you turn on the cruise control system by information, see page turn the ignition switch to the ON pressing the master button (see page...
  • Page 74 Instrument Panel Indicators Fuel Economy Maintenance Minder System Message Indicator Indicator Indicator On LX, EX and EX-L models On Touring model On EX-L and Touring models While the engine is operating in its This indicator reminds you that it is This indicator comes on when there most economical range, this time to take your vehicle in for...
  • Page 75 Gauges Temperature Gauge LX, EX and EX-L models This shows the temperature of the TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER engine’s coolant. During normal operation, the pointer should rise to about the middle of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, the pointer FUEL GAUGE may rise to the upper zone.
  • Page 76 Gauges Odometer Trip Meter Outside Temperature Indicator The odometer shows the total This meter shows the number of If equipped distance your vehicle has been miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) This indicator displays the outside driven. It measures miles in U.S. driven since you last reset it.
  • Page 77 Gauges In certain weather conditions, If the system still detects a loose or Check Fuel Cap Indicator temperature readings near freezing (Odometer/trip meter message) missing fuel cap, the malfunction (32°F , 0°C)could mean that ice is On LX, EX and EX-L models indicator lamp (MIL) comes on.
  • Page 78: Multi-Information Display

    Multi-Information Display Normal Display Messages On Touring models only The multi-information display in the instrument panel displays various information and messages when the ignition switch is in the ON (II) position. Some of the messages help you operate your vehicle more comfortably.
  • Page 79 Multi-Information Display If you press the INFO button when ‘‘AVERAGE SPEED’’ is displayed, INFO BUTTON the display changes to ‘‘TIRE UPPER SEGMENT PRESSURE’’ using both segments. This display is a part of tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). See page for more information. Pressing the INFO button again brings the display back to the initial display of the trip computer ‘‘INST.
  • Page 80 Multi-Information Display Messages in the trip computer include: INST. MPG: Your vehicle’s current fuel mileage. RANGE: The estimated distance you can travel on the fuel remaining in the tank. This distance is estimated from the fuel economy you received over the last several miles, so it will vary with changes in speed, traffic, etc.
  • Page 81 Multi-Information Display The initial display in the lower Trip Meter ‘‘AVERAGE FUEL A’’ or segment is shown above. Each time While a trip meter is displayed, you ‘‘AVERAGE FUEL B’’ will be you press the SEL/RESET button on can change the display between displayed when average fuel the steering wheel, the display ‘‘TRIP A’’and ‘‘TRIP B’’...
  • Page 82 Multi-Information Display Engine Oil Life Maintenance Messages Have your dealer do the indicated maintenance as soon as you see this message, and have them reset the display after completing the service. If you do not perform the indicated maintenance or do not reset the display, the message changes to ‘‘SERVICE PAST DUE’’...
  • Page 83 Multi-Information Display System Messages If there is a problem with your See page vehicle, for example, the engine oil 64, 81 level is low or a door is not fully closed, the multi-information display See page will show you the problem. It does this by interrupting the current message with one or more messages.
  • Page 84 Multi-Information Display See page See page See page 68, 83 63, 86, 377 88, 277 See page See page U.S. 63, 86, 377 See page 88, 151 CANADA See page U.S. See page 63, 378 33, 84 CANADA U.S. U.S. See page See page CANADA...
  • Page 85 Multi-Information Display Fasten Seat Belt Door and Tailgate Open Release Parking Brake U.S. Canada In addition to the seat belt reminder If the tailgate or any door(s) is not If you start driving without releasing indicator on the instrument panel, closed tightly, the display reminds the parking brake, the multi- the multi-information display...
  • Page 86 Multi-Information Display Remove Key Tighten Fuel Cap The TIGHTEN FUEL CAP message should go off after tightening the fuel cap, turning the ignition switch off and on, then driving over 30 mph (48 km/h) for at least 45 seconds. Due to different driving conditions, it may take a few driving trips to make the message go off.
  • Page 87 Multi-Information Display Brake Fluid Low Fuel Low Washer Fluid Low U.S. Canada If the brake fluid level is at or below If the level of the fuel in the tank If the fluid level in the windshield the MIN mark on the side of the gets low, you will see ‘‘FUEL LOW’’...
  • Page 88 Multi-Information Display Passenger Side Airbag Off Check Tire Pressure Warning: Approaching Object On U.S. Touring model only U.S. Canada If the passenger’s side airbag has This message, and the indicator to automatically shut off, you will see If one or more of your vehicle tires the left of the message, is a part of ‘‘PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF’’...
  • Page 89 Multi-Information Display Check TPMS System Check VSA System On U.S. Touring model only If there is a problem with the vehicle If there is a problem in the tire stability assist (VSA) system, you pressure monitoring system (TPMS), will see ‘‘CHECK VSA SYSTEM’’ in you will see ‘‘CHECK TPMS the multi-information display.
  • Page 90 Multi-Information Display Check Engine Oil Level Check Charging System Check Emission System If the engine oil is very low or has If you see ‘‘CHECK CHARGING If you see ‘‘CHECK EMISSION lost pressure, you will see ‘‘CHECK SYSTEM’’ in the multi-information SYSTEM’’...
  • Page 91 Multi-Information Display Check Brake System Check Transmission Check ABS System U.S. Canada If there is a problem with the brake If there is a problem with the If there is a problem in the anti-lock system, you will see ‘‘CHECK automatic transmission, you will see brake system (ABS), you will see BRAKE SYSTEM’’...
  • Page 92 Multi-Information Display Check Airbag System Check Parking Sensor System Check Left/Right Sliding Door U.S. Canada If there is a problem with your front If there is a problem with the If there is a problem in the power airbags, side airbags, passenger’s parking sensor system, the multi- sliding door, the multi-information side airbag automatic cutoff system,...
  • Page 93 Multi-Information Display Check Power Tailgate Check DRL System U.S. Canada If there is a problem with the power Canadian model only tailgate, the display shows ‘‘CHECK If there is a problem with the daytime running light (DRL) POWER TAILGATE.’’ See page system, you will see ‘‘CHECK DRL for more information.
  • Page 94 Multi-Information Display PAX Warning Messages U.S. Touring model only For more information, see page Your vehicle is equipped with the Michelin PAX system. The PAX system uses the multi-information display to show you one of three messages while you are driving with a flat tire.
  • Page 95 Multi-Information Display Customized Settings You can customize some vehicle control settings for ‘‘DRIVER 1’’ and ‘‘DRIVER 2’’ separately. If ‘‘DRIVER 1’’ or ‘‘DRIVER 2’’ is not displayed, customizing is not possible. To enter the customizing mode, the vehicle must be stopped and the transmission must be in Park.
  • Page 96 Multi-Information Display DEFAULT ALL If you want to set the customizable If you want cancel ‘‘DEFAULT ALL,’’ To set the default settings, press the vehicle control settings to the default press the SEL/RESET button to INFO button. The display changes as setting, press the INFO button on select ‘‘CANCEL.’’...
  • Page 97 Multi-Information Display When DEFAULT ALL is completed If DEFAULT ALL is not completed To exit ‘‘DEFAULT ALL,’’ press the successfully, you will see the above successfully, you will see the above INFO button until you see ‘‘EXIT,’’ display for several seconds, and the display for several seconds, then the then press the SEL/RESET button.
  • Page 98 Multi-Information Display Change Setting You can customize some of the vehicle control settings to your preference. Here are the settings you can customize. METER SET UP (see page Press SEL/RESET button POSITION SET UP (see page LIGHTING SET UP (see page DOOR/WINDOW SET UP (see page WIPER SET UP (see page...
  • Page 99 Multi-Information Display Meter Setup There are four custom settings items in the Meter Setup: LANGUAGE SELECTION (see page ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP. DISPLAY (see page TRIP A & AVG. FUEL A RESET with REFUEL (see page COMPASS ZONE SELECTION (see page ELAPSED TIME RESET (see page While ‘‘METER SETUP’’...
  • Page 100 Multi-Information Display Language Selection While the multi-information display There are three selectable languages, Select the language you want by is showing ‘‘METER SETUP,’’ press English, French, and Spanish. Each pressing the INFO button, and press the SEL/RESET button on the time you press the INFO button, the the SEL/RESET button to enter steering wheel.
  • Page 101 Multi-Information Display When language selection is If you fail to select a language To exit ‘‘LANGUAGE SELECTION,’’ successfully completed, the display properly, you will see the above press the INFO button repeatedly changes to the screen shown above display for several seconds, then the until you see ‘‘EXIT,’’...
  • Page 102 Multi-Information Display Outside Temperature Display Adjustment If you sometimes find that the temperature reading is always a few degrees below or above the actual temperature, adjust it as described on the following pages. While the multi-information display Press the SEL/RESET button. The shows ‘‘METER SETUP,’’...
  • Page 103 Multi-Information Display When your selection is successfully If you fail to enter the desired To exit ‘‘ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP. entered, you will see the above adjustment properly, you will see the DISPLAY,’’ press the INFO button display for several seconds, and then above display for several seconds, until you see ‘‘EXIT,’’...
  • Page 104 Multi-Information Display Trip A & Avg. Fuel Reset with Refuel To cause ‘‘Trip meter A’’ and ‘‘Average Fuel Economy’’ to reset every time you refuel your vehicle, adjust it as described on the following pages. While the multi-information display Press the SEL/RESET button. The shows ‘‘METER SETUP’’...
  • Page 105 Multi-Information Display When your selection is successfully If you fail to enter your selection, To exit ‘‘TRIP A & AVG. FUEL entered, you will see the above you will see the above display for WITH REFUEL,’’ press the INFO display for several seconds, and then several seconds, then the display button until you see ‘‘EXIT,’’...
  • Page 106 Multi-Information Display Compass Zone Selection On Touring models without Navigation System In most areas, there is a variation between magnetic north and true north. Zone selection is required so the compass can compensate for this variation. To check and select the zone set into the compass, do the procedure on the following pages.
  • Page 107 Multi-Information Display Find the zone for your area on the map shown in the next column. Press the INFO button until you see your zone number in the lower segment. Then press the SEL/ RESET button to enter your zone number.
  • Page 108 Multi-Information Display When your zone number is If you fail to enter your zone number, To exit ‘‘COMPASS ZONE successfully entered, you will see the you will see the above display for SELECTION,’’ press the INFO above display for several seconds, several seconds, then the display button until you see ‘‘EXIT,’’...
  • Page 109 Multi-Information Display Elapsed Time Reset As the default setting, the elapsed time resets each time you turned the ignition switch to the ON (II) position (see page You can change this resetting condition to when ‘‘TRIP A’’ or ‘‘TRIP B’’ is reset (see page While the multi-information display Press the SEL/RESET button.
  • Page 110 Multi-Information Display Press the INFO button repeatedly If you fail to enter your selection, To exit ‘‘ELAPSED TIME RESET,’’ until the desired condition appears, you will see the above display for press the INFO button until you see then press the SEL/RESET button several seconds, and the display goes ‘‘EXIT,’’...
  • Page 111 Multi-Information Display Position Setup Memory Position Setup When ‘‘MEMORY POSITION LINK’’ is set to ‘‘ON,’’ the driver’s seat moves to the position stored in memory when you open the driver’s door after unlocking it with the remote transmitter. Refer to page to set the seat position memory.
  • Page 112 Multi-Information Display When your selection is entered, you If you fail to enter your selection, To exit ‘‘MEMORY POSITION will see the above display for several you will see the above display for LINK,’’ press the INFO button until seconds, then the display goes back several seconds, and the display goes you see ‘‘EXIT,’’...
  • Page 113 Multi-Information Display Lighting Setup Interior Light Dimming Time There are two custom settings in the Lighting Setup: INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME (see page HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER (see page While the ‘‘LIGHTING SETUP’’ is displayed, press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. Each time you press the INFO button, the display changes between ‘‘INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING...
  • Page 114 Multi-Information Display Press the INFO button repeatedly If you fail to enter your selection, To exit ‘‘INTERIOR LIGHT until the desired time appears, then you will see the above display for DIMMING TIME,’’ press the INFO press the SEL/RESET button to several seconds, and the display goes button until you see ‘‘EXIT,’’...
  • Page 115 Multi-Information Display Headlight Auto Off Timer The headlights, parking lights, Press the SEL/RESET button. The Press the INFO button repeatedly taillights, and license plate light turn display changes as shown above. until the desired time appears, then off after the selected time when you press the SEL/RESET button to remove the key from the ignition Each time you press the INFO...
  • Page 116 Multi-Information Display If you fail to enter your selection, To exit ‘‘HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF you will see the above display for TIMER,’’ press the INFO button several seconds, and the display goes until you see ‘‘EXIT,’’ then press the back ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ Repeat SEL/RESET button.
  • Page 117 Multi-Information Display Door and Window Setup There are four custom settings in the Door and Window Setup: AUTO DOOR LOCK (see page AUTO DOOR UNLOCK (see page KEYLESS LOCK ACKNOWLEDGEMENT (see page SECURITY RELOCK TIMER (see page While the multi-information display shows ‘‘DOOR, WINDOW SETUP,’’...
  • Page 118 Multi-Information Display Auto Door Lock To customize the auto door locking Press the SEL/RESET button. Each There are three possible settings: feature, do this: time you press the INFO button, the display changes from ‘‘OFF,’’ to OFF: The auto door lock is While the multi-information display ‘‘VEHICLE SPEED,’’...
  • Page 119 Multi-Information Display Press the INFO button repeatedly If you fail to enter your selection, To exit ‘‘AUTO DOOR LOCK,’’ until the desired condition appears, you will see the above display for press the INFO button until you see then press the SEL/RESET button several seconds, and the display goes ‘‘EXIT,’’...
  • Page 120 Multi-Information Display Auto Door Unlock To customize the auto door unlocking feature, do this: While the multi-information display shows ‘‘DOOR·WINDOW SETUP,’’ press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. Then press the INFO button once. The display changes to ‘‘AUTO DOOR UNLOCK’’...
  • Page 121 Multi-Information Display Press the SEL/RESET button again to enter ‘‘Auto Door Unlock,’’ then press the INFO button. Each time you press the INFO button, the display changes from ‘‘OFF,’’ to ‘‘DR IVER DOOR with SHIFT to P,’’ to ‘‘A LL DOORS with SHIFT to P,’’ to ‘‘DR IVER DOOR with IGN OFF,’’...
  • Page 122 Multi-Information Display Keyless Lock Acknowledgment 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 tailgate are locked and the security system has set (see page ).
  • Page 123 Multi-Information Display When your selection is entered, you If you fail to enter your selection, To exit ‘‘KEYLESS LOCK will see the above display for several you will see the above display for ACKNOWLEDGMENT,’’ press the seconds, and then the display several seconds, and the display goes INFO button until you see ‘‘EXIT,’’...
  • Page 124 Multi-Information Display Security Relock Timer If you unlock the doors and the tailgate with the remote transmitter, but do not open any of the doors or the tailgate within 30 seconds, the doors and the tailgate automatically relock and the security system sets. You can change this relock time from 30 seconds to 60 or 90 seconds.
  • Page 125 Multi-Information Display When your selection is entered, you If you fail to enter your selection, To exit ‘‘SECURITY RELOCK will see the above display for several you will see the above display for TIMER,’’ press the INFO button seconds, and then the display goes several seconds, and the display goes until you see ‘‘EXIT,’’...
  • Page 126 Multi-Information Display Wiper Setup Front Wiper Action When ‘‘WIPER SETUP’’ is shown on the multi-information display, the action of the windshield wipers can be changed. To do this, refer to the following procedure. With ‘‘WIPER SETUP’’ shown on the Each time you press the INFO multi-information display, press the button, the display changes from SEL/RESET button on the steering...
  • Page 127 Multi-Information Display If you set the front wiper action to seconds, and then the display goes To exit ‘‘FRONT WIPER ACTION,’’ ‘‘WITH VEH SPD,’’ the front wipers back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ press the INFO button until you see run intermittently and the wiper ‘‘EXIT,’’...
  • Page 128: Controls P

    Controls Near the Steering Wheel CRUISE CLOCK DRIVER’S PEDAL HEADLIGHTS/ HAZARD WARNING ADJUSTMENT SWITCH TURN SIGNALS CONTROL BUTTON (P.232) (P.173) (P.126) (P.269) (P.130) POWER SLIDING DOOR SWITCHES (P.146) PASSENGER MOONROOF AIRBAG OFF (P.170) INDICATOR (P.33) POWER TAILGATE SWITCH (P.143) REAR WINDOW VSA OFF SWITCH DEFOGGER (P.308)
  • Page 129: Windshield Wipers And Washers

    Windshield Wipers and Washers MIST: The wipers run at high speed Windshield Washer : Pull the wiper until you release the lever. control lever toward you and hold it. The washers spray OFF: The wipers are not activated. until you release the lever. The wipers run at low speed, The length of the wipe then complete one more...
  • Page 130 Windshield Wipers and Washers, Turn Signal, Headlights Rear Window Wiper and Washer When you shift the transmission to Flash high beams the reverse position with the front Fog lights off (Touring models windshield wiper activated, the rear only) wiper operates automatically even if Fog lights on (Touring models the rear wiper switch is off.
  • Page 131 Headlights Headlights On Rotating the High Beams To switch from low To turn on the automatic lighting, switch on the left lever to the beams to high beams, push the left turn the light switch to AUTO at any ‘‘ ’’...
  • Page 132 Headlights Automatic Lighting Off Feature The lights turn on again when you unlock or open the driver’s door. On EX, EX-L and Touring models only This turns off the headlights, If you unlock the door, but do not parking lights, taillights, side marker open it within 15 seconds, the lights lights, license plate lights, and go off.
  • Page 133 Headlights, Instrument Panel Brightness Daytime Running Lights Instrument Panel Brightness (Canadian Models) With the headlight switch off, the BRIGHTNESS LEVEL high beam headlights and the high beam indicator come on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and release the parking brake.
  • Page 134 Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Defogger Hazard Warning Button Rear Window Defogger EX, EX-L and Touring models LX model Push the red button between the The rear window defogger will clear Make sure the rear window is clear center air vents to turn on the hazard fog, frost, and thin ice from the and you have good visibility before warning lights (four-way flashers).
  • Page 135: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    Steering Wheel Adjustment Make any steering wheel adjustment Push the lever up to lock the before you start driving. steering wheel in position. Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up and down. Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose control of the...
  • Page 136: Keys And Locks

    You can keep the glove box have to get a lost key replaced. Use locked when you leave your vehicle only Honda-approved key blanks. On EX, EX-L and Touring models and the valet key at a parking facility. The keys do not contain batteries.
  • Page 137: Immobilizer System

    Immobilizer System The immobilizer system protects The system may not recognize your As required by the FCC: your vehicle from theft. If an key’s coding if another immobilizer This device complies with Part 15 of the improperly-coded key (or other key or other metal object (i.e.
  • Page 138: Ignition Switch

    Ignition Switch LOCK (0) You can insert or START (III) Use this position remove the key only in this position. only to start the engine. The switch To turn the key to the LOCK (0) returns to the ON (II) position when position, the shift lever must be in you let go of the key.
  • Page 139: Remote Transmitter

    Remote Transmitter UNLOCK Press this button once PANIC Press and hold this On LX model to unlock the driver’s door. Press it button for about 1 second to attract twice to unlock the other doors and attention; the horn will sound and UNLOCK LOCK the tailgate.
  • Page 140 Remote Transmitter Remove the old battery from the Replacing the Transmitter Battery back of the inner cover, and note the polarity. Make sure the polarity of the new battery is the same ( side facing down), then insert it into the back of the cover. BATTERY SCREW If it takes several pushes on the...
  • Page 141 Remote Transmitter UNLOCK Press this button once time. The LED will blink once. On EX, EX-L and Touring models to unlock the driver’s door. Press it twice to unlock the other doors and When you press the UNLOCK LOCK the tailgate. Some exterior lights will button, the front and rear individual BUTTON flash twice each time you press the...
  • Page 142 Remote Transmitter Opening or Closing the Power Opening or Closing the Power Sliding Doors Tailgate DRIVER’S SIDE SLIDING DOOR BUTTON TAILGATE BUTTON PASSENGER’S SIDE SLIDING DOOR POWER SLIDING DOOR MAIN SWITCH BUTTON You can open or close each sliding If the power sliding door MAIN On Touring models only door with the remote transmitter switch on the dashboard is in the...
  • Page 143 Remote Transmitter Recalling a Memorized Seat The driver’s seat position memory Remote Transmitter Care Position activation (Driver 1, Driver 2) is Avoid dropping or throwing the shown on the back of each transmitter. transmitter. Make sure you store With Driver 1 With Driver 2 your seat position in the memory Protect the transmitter from...
  • Page 144 Remote Transmitter Replacing the Transmitter As required by the FCC: Battery 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 received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 145: Door Locks

    Door Locks Power Door Locks Lockout Prevention With the driver’s door open and the key in the ignition, both master door Lock lock switches are disabled. They are not disabled if the driver’s door is closed. Pushing the front of the master door lock switch on the open passenger’s door will lock all doors and the tailgate.
  • Page 146 Door Locks, Tailgate Childproof Door Locks Tailgate On EX, EX-L and Touring models With the childproof door locks on, automatic operation with the inside door handle is disabled. The childproof door locks are To open the tailgate, pull the handle, designed to prevent children seated then lift up.
  • Page 147 Tailgate Power Tailgate Press and hold the tailgate button on the remote transmitter or the DASHBOARD SWITCH dashboard switch for about 1 second to open or close the tailgate. Each time you press the button on the remote transmitter or the dashboard switch, you will hear a beep, and some front and rear lights will flash.
  • Page 148 Tailgate Also check that passengers, When the tailgate or the roof is Auto-Reverse The power tailgate has an auto- especially children, do not have their covered with snow or ice. reverse feature. If it meets hands on the edge of the tailgate or resistance while opening or closing, on the tailgate sill.
  • Page 149 Tailgate If you try to drive off with the Unlocking the Tailgate tailgate not closed completely, a beeper sounds and a ‘‘DOOR & TAILGATE OPEN’’ message is shown on the multi-information display. Keep the tailgate closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the tailgate and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior.
  • Page 150 Tailgate, Sliding Doors Opening and Closing Manual Power Sliding Doors Sliding Doors On EX, EX-L and Touring models The doors are electrically powered LX model To open, pull the inside or outside and can be operated with the remote door handle, and slide the door back. transmitter, the door handles, or the It will latch in the fully open position.
  • Page 151: Switches P

    Sliding Doors When the shift lever is in Park: Door Handles Dashboard Switches If you shift out of Park while a door To open the door with the inside POWER SLIDING DOOR MAIN SWITCH is closing, you will hear a beep until door handle, pull the handle the door closes.
  • Page 152: Sliding Doors

    Sliding Doors To open a power sliding door, push Remote Transmitter Auto-Reverse and release the bottom of the Each power sliding door has an auto- appropriate switch. If you forget to reverse feature. If a door meets unlock the door, you will hear three resistance while closing, it will beep DRIVER’S beeps.
  • Page 153 Sliding Doors If there is an obstacle in the door sill, Do not put any item in the door Manually Opening/Closing the the power sliding door may not open pocket that sticks out from the Power Sliding Door You can manually open or close the or close properly.
  • Page 154 Sliding Doors Refueling Parking on a Hill If you leave the vehicle on a steep When you release the fuel fill door, When parking facing downhill, make downhill with a power sliding door the driver’s side sliding door sure the doors are latched in the half open and the engine off, the automatically locks so it cannot open fully open position, and then hold the...
  • Page 155 Sliding Doors Pinch Sensor Power Sliding Door Problems On Touring model If there is a problem in the power sliding door system, you will see a PINCH SENSOR POWER SLIDING DOOR INDICATOR ‘‘CHECK LEFT SLIDING DOOR’’ or ‘‘CHECK RIGHT SLIDING DOOR’’ message in the multi-information display (see page ).
  • Page 156 Seats Passenger Seating Convertible Second Row Bucket Seats There are bucket seats with armrests for two front passengers, bucket seats with armrests for two passengers in the second row, and a bench seat for three passengers in the third row. For greater cargo capacity, the seats in the second row can be removed, and the bench seat in the third row...
  • Page 157 Seats The EX, EX-L and Touring models Manual Seat Adjustments To adjust the bucket seats in the have a power adjustable driver’s seat. second row, pull up the bar on the The LX model has manual driver’s front of the seat bottom. seat adjustments.
  • Page 158 Seats Driver’s Seat Manual Height Adjustment ADJUSTMENT STRAP To change the seat-back angle of the The left and right halves of the third front seat, pull up on the lever on the seat-back can be adjusted separately. On LX model outside of the seat bottom.
  • Page 159 Seats Power Seat Adjustments Raises or lowers the seat. On EX, EX-L and Touring models See pages for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position the seats and seat- Adjusts the seat- backs. back angle forward The controls for the adjustable or backward.
  • Page 160 Seats Driver’s Lumbar Support Armrests Head Restraints See page for important safety information and a warning about how to properly position the head restraints. Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions to help protect you and your passengers from whiplash and other injuries.
  • Page 161 Seats Third Seat Access RELEASE BUTTON All head restraints adjust for height. You need both hands to adjust the To get into or out of the third row When the seat on the passenger’s restraint. Do not attempt to adjust it seat, walk between the second row side is moved to the center, walk while driving.
  • Page 162 Seats Moving the Second Row Bucket Seat LOCK BUTTONS RELEASE LEVER FLOOR MAT To get into or out of the third row seat, pull up the release lever on the The second row bucket seat on the Unlock the seat from the floor by shoulder of each second row bucket passenger’s side can be moved to the pulling the lock release lever under...
  • Page 163 Seats Make sure the seat is securely Removing the Bucket Seats in the locked in place before driving. A seat Second Row that is not locked in place could fly TABS FLOOR MAT around and cause injury in a sudden stop or crash.
  • Page 164 Seats To reinstall the seat, hook the front Installing the Stowable Second of the seat to the floor, then push the Row Plus-One Seat back into the locks. Make sure both the front and the back of the seat are securely latched before driving.
  • Page 165 Seats Install the seat cushion on the seat bottom plate. To install the cushion, hook the front of the cushion first, then push down the rear until the cushion is securely positioned. To use the plus-one seat as a center console, remove its seat cushion by pulling up the seat cushion strap.
  • Page 166 Seats Always remove an unsecured seat Folding the One-Motion Third from the vehicle before driving. A Row ‘‘Magic Seat’’ seat that is not locked in place could To create more cargo space, you can be thrown about and cause injury in fold the one-motion third row ‘‘Magic LEG FOLDING LEVER a sudden stop or crash.
  • Page 167 Seats HANDLE Pull the handle on each seat-back To return the seat to the upright Pull the seat-back upright with the to unlock the front seat legs. position: strap. Make sure the seat is securely locked. Pivot the seat into the cargo area Pull the seat out of the recess by floor recess.
  • Page 168: Seat Heaters

    Seat Heaters the bottom of the switch. This will Follow these precautions when using keep the seat warm. the seat heaters: In HI, the heater turns off when the Use the HI setting only to heat the seat gets warm, and turns back on seats quickly, because it draws after the seat temperature drops.
  • Page 169 Driver’s Seat Position Memory System Storing a Driver’s Seat Position in On Touring models only MEMO BUTTON Your vehicle has a memory feature Memory for the driver’s seat position. Store a driver’s seat position only when the vehicle is parked. Two seat positions can be stored in separate memories.
  • Page 170 Driver’s Seat Position Memory System Doing any of the following after Selecting a Memorized Position The system will move the driver’s pressing the MEMO button will seat to the memorized position. The cancel the storing procedure. indicator in the selected memory button will flash during movement.
  • Page 171: Power Windows

    Power Windows The windows will operate for up to If the MAIN switch is OFF, the DRIVER’S WINDOW MAIN SWITCH 10 minutes after you turn off the passenger windows cannot be raised SWITCH ignition switch. Opening either front or lowered. Keep the MAIN switch door cancels this function.
  • Page 172 Power Windows If your vehicle’s battery is Opening the Windows with the Press the UNLOCK button a disconnected or goes dead, or the Remote Transmitter second time, and hold it. The driver’s window fuse is removed, the passenger’s doors unlock, and all AUTO function will be disabled.
  • Page 173 Power Windows Opening/Closing the Windows Turn the key clockwise again, and If the windows stop before the with the Key hold it. All four windows start to desired position, repeat steps 2 and 3. open. To stop the windows, release the key. To open the windows further, turn and hold the key again (within 15 seconds).
  • Page 174 Moonroof To tilt up the back of the moonroof, press and hold the center button ). To close the moonroof, If you try to open the moonroof in press and hold the top of the switch below-f reezing temperatures, or when ).
  • Page 175: Mirror

    Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors SELECTOR SWITCH Keep the inside and outside mirrors On Touring models clean and adjusted for best visibility. The inside mirror can automatically Turn the ignition switch to the ON Be sure to adjust the mirrors before darken to reduce glare.
  • Page 176: Mirror

    Mirrors Parking Brake ADJUSTMENT SWITCH HEATED MIRROR BUTTON PARKING BRAKE PEDAL Push the appropriate edge of the On EX, EX-L and Touring models To apply the parking brake, push the adjustment switch to move the The outside mirrors are heated to parking brake pedal down with your mirror right, left, up, or down.
  • Page 177 Parking Brake, Adjustable Driver’s Foot Pedals Adjustable Driver’s Foot Pedals To adjust the pedals: PEDAL POSITION Push and hold the top of the Driving the vehicle with the parking ADJUSTMENT SWITCH adjustment switch until pedals are brake applied can damage the rear closest to you.
  • Page 178: Mirror

    Interior Convenience Items BEVERAGE RETRACTABLE SUN VISOR SUNGLASSES REAR COAT HOOK BEVERAGE COMPARTMENT HOLDER CENTER TRAY HOLDER WITH HOLDER CONVERSATION MIRROR VANITY MIRROR ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET UPPER GLOVE LOWER GLOVE BOX CENTER POCKET IN-FLOOR STORAGE ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET REMOVABLE SECOND BEVERAGE HOLDER ROW CONSOLE : Touring model only...
  • Page 179: Interior Convenience Items

    Interior Convenience Items Retractable Center Tray Beverage Holders Be careful when you are using the beverage holders. A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers. Spilled liquids can damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in the interior.
  • Page 180 Interior Convenience Items To protect the beverage holder, the bottom tray is designed to break away if you try to place a heavy object on it. If this happens, hold the edge of the bottom tray and pull it up until you feel a detent.
  • Page 181 Interior Convenience Items Integrated Sunshades The sunshades are intended for use only when the windows are fully closed. If a window is opened, the HOOK shade can be blown off its hooks. As the shade automatically retracts, it could hit and hurt anyone sitting too close to the window.
  • Page 182: Mirror

    Interior Convenience Items Sunglasses Holder Conversation Mirror Push SUNGLASSES HOLDER To open the sunglasses holder, push Some larger styles of sunglasses On EX, EX-L and Touring models on the raised detent. It will unlatch may not fit in the holder. The sunglasses holder uses a convex and swing down.
  • Page 183: Mirror

    Interior Convenience Items Sun Visor Vanity Mirror Rear Compartment SUN VISOR LEVER REAR COMPARTMENT To use the sun visor, pull it down. Pull up the vanity mirror cover to use To open the compartment, pull the When using the sun visor for the the mirror.
  • Page 184 Interior Convenience Items Removable Second Row Console To reinstall the console, hook the front of it to the floor, then push down the back until it locks. Make sure the console is securely locked in place. A console that is not locked in place could fly around and cause injury in a sudden stop or crash.
  • Page 185 Interior Convenience Items In-Floor Storage Area HOOK HANDLE HANDLE There is a large storage area under To keep the lid open, attach the hook To place or remove small items from the floor between the front seats and to the grab rail on the back of the the storage area, pull off the carpet the second row bucket seats.
  • Page 186 Interior Convenience Items You can store items in the floor To prevent items from being thrown storage area up to 22 lbs (10 kg). Do about the vehicle and possibly not exceed this weight limit, or you hurting someone in an accident or may damage the floor storage area.
  • Page 187 Interior Convenience Items The Lazy Susan can be damaged if it is kept in a humid place. Always store the Lazy Susan in a dry place LAZY SUSAN STOWABLE SECOND ROW when it is removed. PLUS-ONE SEAT HANDLE On EX, EX-L and Touring models, To remove the Lazy Susan, open the the floor storage area has a Lazy large lid.
  • Page 188 Interior Convenience Items Lower Glove Box Upper Glove Box 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 boxes closed while driving. Open the lower glove box by pulling Open the upper glove box by the bottom of the handle.
  • Page 189 Interior Convenience Items Center Pocket Vehicles without RES Vehicles with RES Open the center pocket by pulling On vehicles without navigation the handle. Close it with a firm push. system, there is another pocket under the heating and cooling system control panel. Pull the handle to open it.
  • Page 190 Interior Convenience Items Accessory Power Sockets Each socket is intended to supply AC Power Outlet power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less (10 amps). None of the sockets will power an automotive type cigarette lighter element.
  • Page 191 Interior Convenience Items, Interior Lights The maximum capacity for this Light Control Switch The individual map lights in the power outlet is 115 volt AC at 100 second and third rows cannot be watts or less. If you use an appliance LIGHT CONTROL DOOR turned on.
  • Page 192: Interior Lights

    Interior Lights Individual Map Lights When the light control switch is in the On EX, EX-L and Touring models The lights go out about 30 seconds position: All the individual map lights come after all the doors and the tailgate FRONT on and stay on as long as the are closed.
  • Page 193 Interior Lights Cargo Area Light Ignition Switch Light REAR The cargo area light has a three- The ignition switch light comes on position switch. In the OFF position, when you open the driver’s door, and the light does not come on. In the stays on several seconds after you center position, it comes on when close the door.
  • Page 194 Interior Lights Courtesy Lights The courtesy lights in the front The courtesy light between the map doors come on when you open any lights comes on when you turn the door. parking lights on. To adjust its brightness, turn the Select/Reset knob on the instrument panel.
  • Page 195: Features

    Features The heating and air conditioning Vents, Heating, and A/C ....192 system in your vehicle provides a Using Automatic Climate comfortable driving environment in Control ........197 all weather conditions. Using the Rear A/C Unit ..198 Rear Climate Control ....
  • Page 196: Vents, Heating, And A/C

    Vents, Heating, and A/C LX model AIR CONDITIONING REAR WINDOW RECIRCULATION BUTTON BUTTON DEFOGGER BUTTON REAR FAN CONTROL TEMPERATURE MODE CONTROLLER BUTTON CONTROL DIAL CONTROL DIAL DIAL EX/EX-L/Touring models WINDSHIELD REAR WINDOW REAR REAR LOCK DEFROSTER BUTTON DEFOGGER BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON FAN CONTROL BUTTONS MODE...
  • Page 197 Vents, Heating, and A/C Fan Control bottom ( ) of the button to system out of SYNC mode. decrease it. Each set temperature is LX model Turn the dial clockwise to increase shown in the display. When you turn Air Conditioning (A/C) Button the fan speed and airflow.
  • Page 198 Vents, Heating, and A/C Rear Window Defogger Button Air flows from the defroster the indicator in the button comes on, This button turns the rear window vents at the base of the windshield. the rear A/C passenger control defogger on and off (see page panel is disabled, and you cannot When you select , the system...
  • Page 199 Vents, Heating, and A/C Ventilation Using the A/C you can If the interior is very warm, The flow-through ventilation system Air conditioning places an extra load cool it down more rapidly by partially draws in outside air, circulates it on the engine. Watch the engine opening the windows, turning on the through the interior, then exhausts it coolant temperature gauge (see page...
  • Page 200 Vents, Heating, and A/C Dehumidify the Interior To Defog and Defrost To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice Air conditioning, as it cools, removes To remove fog from the inside of the From the Windows moisture from the air. When used in windows: Select .
  • Page 201: Using Automatic Climate Control

    Vents, Heating, and A/C Using Automatic Climate Control If you set the temperature to its To Turn Everything Off lower or its upper limit, the system EX, EX-L and Touring models LX model The automatic climate control runs at full cooling or heating only. It Turn the fan speed and temperature system adjusts the fan speed and does not regulate the interior...
  • Page 202: Using The Rear A/C Unit

    Vents, Heating, and A/C Using the Rear A/C Unit Rear Controller Dial The rear A/C passenger control panel is enabled. A second LX, EX and EX-L models You can adjust the airflow of the rear row passenger can then adjust the A/C unit with the rear controller dial fan speed, airflow, and temperature.
  • Page 203 Vents, Heating, and A/C REAR A/C Controls REAR LOCK Button When the Touring models indicator in this button is on, the rear EX and EX-L models control panel is disabled, and the rear system is controlled by the front control panel. REAR Button When the REAR Button...
  • Page 204 Vents, Heating, and A/C Rear Control Panel Turn the fan speed control dial clockwise to increase fan speed and airflow. LX model EX and EX-L models Select the vents the air flows from with the mode control dial. When is selected, air flows from the rear ceiling vents.
  • Page 205: Rear Climate Control

    Rear Climate Control Press the top ( ) of the fan control temperature of the rear passenger button to increase the fan speed and compartment. Touring models airflow. Press the bottom ( ) of the button to decrease it. The level of Pressing the OFF button shuts off the fan speed is shown in the display.
  • Page 206: Climate Control Sensors

    Rear Climate Control, Climate Control Sensors Rear Ceiling Vents Sunlight and Temperature Sensors TEMPERATURE SENSOR LEVER SUNLIGHT SENSOR The direction and quantity of airflow from each rear ceiling vent is The climate control system has three adjustable. sensors. A sunlight sensor is in the top of the dashboard, and a To adjust the direction of air coming temperature sensor is next to the...
  • Page 207: Playing The Am/Fm Radio

    Playing the AM/FM Radio LX model EX and EX-L models without RES AM/FM BUTTON FM BUTTON AM BUTTON TUNE/SOUND SOUND TUNE KNOB PWR/VOL KNOB KNOB KNOB PWR/VOL KNOB PRESET BUTTONS PRESET BUTTONS SCAN SCAN BUTTON BUTTON SEEK BAR SEEK BAR AUTO SELECT AUTO SELECT BUTTON...
  • Page 208 Playing the AM/FM Radio Touring model with RES and EX, EX-L and Touring models with Navigation System RES without Navigation System AM/FM BUTTON SCAN BUTTON TUNE/SOUND PWR/VOL AUTO SELECT AM/FM BUTTON SEEK BAR KNOB KNOB BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS PRESET BUTTONS TUNE/SOUND PWR/VOL SEEK BAR...
  • Page 209 Playing the AM/FM Radio To Play the AM/FM Radio TUNE Use the TUNE knob to If you do nothing, the system will The ignition switch must be in the tune the radio to a desired frequency. then scan for the next strong station ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
  • Page 210 Playing the AM/FM Radio The preset frequencies will be lost if If you do not like the stations auto Treble/Bass Use the TRE/BAS your vehicle’s battery goes dead, is select has stored, you can store modes to adjust the tone to your disconnected, or the radio fuse is other frequencies on the preset liking.
  • Page 211 Playing the AM/FM Radio Operating the Radio on the (FM1, FM2, or AM). Adjusting the Sound Navigation System Screen AUTO SELECT, SCAN, and SEEK AUDIO DISPLAY BUTTON are adjustable from the navigation screen. For an explanation of these functions, see pages Touch the AUTO SELECT AUTO SELECT icon to activate the...
  • Page 212 Playing the AM/FM Radio Left/Right Balance and Front/ Audio System Lighting Rear Fader These modes adjust You can use the instrument panel the strength of the sound coming brightness control knob to adjust the from each speaker. Left/Right illumination of the audio system (see balance adjusts the side-to-side page ).
  • Page 213: Am/Fm Radio Reception

    AM/FM Radio Reception Radio Frequencies Radio Reception The radio can receive the complete How well the radio receives stations AM and FM bands. is dependent on many factors, such Those bands cover these frequen- as the distance from the station’s cies: transmitter, nearby large objects, and atmospheric conditions.
  • Page 214 AM/FM Radio Reception As required by the FCC: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Radio signals, especially on the FM Radio reception can be affected by band, are deflected by large objects atmospheric conditions such as such as buildings and hills.
  • Page 215: Playing The Xm Satellite Radio

    Playing the XM Satellite Radio Touring model with RES and Navigation System SCAN BUTTON XM RADIO DISPLAY/MODE BUTTON BUTTON CATEGORY BAR PWR/VOL KNOB TUNE KNOB PRESET BUTTONS EX, EX-L and Touring models with EX model without RES RES without Navigation System PWR/VOL XM RADIO PWR/VOL...
  • Page 216 Playing the XM Satellite Radio Operating the XM Radio On U.S. models navigation system U.S. models without To listen to XM radio, turn the NOTE: navigation systems are XM ready, ignition switch to the ACCESSORY but they require additional (I) or the ON (II) position. Push the equipment for XM to be operational.
  • Page 217 Playing the XM Satellite Radio On models with a rear entertainment seconds, then selects the next can be selected. system and a navigation system, you channel. When you hear a channel cannot listen to XM Radio and a disc you want to continue listening to, Pick the preset button (icon) you at the same time.
  • Page 218 Playing the XM Satellite Radio XM Radio Display Messages ‘‘NO SIGNAL’’ The signal is currently too ‘‘LOADING’’ XM is loading the weak. Move the audio or program vehicle to an area information. away from tall buildings, and The channel with an ‘‘OFF AIR’’...
  • Page 219 Playing the XM Satellite Radio The XM satellites are in orbit over the equator; therefore, objects south Signal weaker in Signal may be blocked by of the vehicle may cause satellite these areas. mountains or large obstacles to reception interruptions. To help the south.
  • Page 220 Playing the XM Satellite Radio Depending on where you drive, you knob until ‘‘0’’ appears in the display. As required by the FCC: may experience reception problems. Your I.D. will appear in the display. Changes or modifications not expressly Interference can be caused by any of approved by the party responsible for these conditions: After you’ve registered with XM...
  • Page 221: Playing A Cd

    Playing a CD, CD Changer LX model EX and EX-L models without RES CD SLOT CD SLOT LOAD BUTTON CD BUTTON INDICATOR EJECT BUTTON BUTTON LOAD AM/FM EJECT BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON SEEK BAR SEEK BAR DISC REPEAT REPEAT BUTTON DISC BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON...
  • Page 222 Playing a CD, CD Changer EX, EX-L and Touring models with Touring model with RES and RES without Navigation System Navigation System EJECT LOAD LOAD LOAD BUTTON INDICATOR BUTTON INDICATOR EJECT LOAD BUTTON BUTTON CD SLOT RANDOM CD BUTTON BUTTON REPEAT SEEK BAR BUTTON...
  • Page 223 Playing a CD, CD Player CD Player To Change Tracks (SKIP) To Stop Playing a CD Each time you press and release the Press the eject button ( ) to LX model With the ignition in the side of the SKIP bar, the player remove the CD.
  • Page 224: Cd Changer

    Playing a CD, CD Changer Operating the CD Changer Loading CDs in the Changer EX, EX-L and Touring models On vehicles with navigation system Your audio system has an in-dash CD changer that holds up to six CDs, LOAD BUTTON LOAD INDICATOR providing several hours of continuous entertainment.
  • Page 225 Playing a CD, CD Changer The indicators above the disc If you stop loading CDs before all six If you press the LOAD button while buttons of the empty positions will positions are filled, the system will a CD is playing, the system will stop blink, and the green load indicator wait for 10 seconds, then stop the playing that CD and start the loading...
  • Page 226 Playing a CD, CD Changer When ‘‘LOAD’’ appears again in To load a single CD: On vehicles without navigation system To load multiple CDs in one the display, insert the next CD into operation: the CD slot. Press and release the LOAD button.
  • Page 227 Playing a CD, CD Changer To Play a CD the system will continue to move On vehicles with navigation system Select the CD changer by pressing through the track. Press the side REPEAT To activate the Repeat the CD button. You will see ‘‘CD’’ in of the SKIP bar to move forward, or feature, press and release the RPT the display.
  • Page 228 Playing a CD, CD Changer Disc Scan Track Repeat On vehicles with navigation system Track Scan When you press and hold the SCAN When you press and release the RPT When you press the SCAN button or button until you see D-Scan in the button or touch the TRACK RPT touch the TRACK SCAN icon on the display, or when you touch the DISC...
  • Page 229 Playing a CD, CD Changer Random Play where it left off. To remove the disc from the When you press the RDM button or changer, first select it by pressing touch the TRACK RANDOM icon on If you turn the system off while a CD the appropriate disc button or the upper display, the system plays is playing, either with the PWR/VOL...
  • Page 230: Protecting Your Cds

    Protecting Your CDs General Information Protecting CDs When using CD-R discs, use only When a CD is not being played, store high quality CDs labeled for audio it in its case to protect it from dust use. and other contamination. To prevent warpage, keep CDs out of direct When recording a CD-R, the sunlight and extreme heat.
  • Page 231: Cd Changer Error Messages

    CD Changer Error Messages If you see an error message in the display while playing a CD, find the Message Cause Solution cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error message, take Press the disc eject button, and remove the the vehicle to your dealer.
  • Page 232: Playing A Tape

    Playing a Tape LX model EX and EX-L models without RES DOLBY DOLBY NR BUTTON NR BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON SKIP BAR PLAY/PROG PLAY/PROG SKIP BAR BUTTON BUTTON FF BUTTON FF BUTTON REPEAT REPEAT BUTTON BUTTON...
  • Page 233 Playing a Tape EX, EX-L , and Touring models with RES without Navigation System DOLBY NR BUTTON BUTTON PLAY/PROG BUTTON SKIP BAR FF BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON...
  • Page 234 Playing a Tape To Play a Tape Dolby noise reduction turns on To switch to the radio or CD player Optional on all model s except Touring when you insert a tape. The while a tape is playing, press the AM with RES and navigation system indicator will come on in the or FM button or AM/FM button, or...
  • Page 235 Playing a Tape SKIP Press the side of the Caring for the Tape and Player the player. SKIP bar to find the beginning of the The tape player picks up dirt and current song or passage. Press the oxides from the tape. This Store tapes in their cases to protect side of the SKIP bar to find the contamination builds up over time...
  • Page 236: Setting The Clock

    Setting the Clock LX model EX and EX-L models CLOCK BUTTON CLOCK BUTTON R BUTTON H BUTTON R BUTTON H BUTTON M BUTTON M BUTTON On models without navigation system When you are finished, press the For example: 1:06 will reset to 1:00 If your vehicle’s battery is CLOCK button again.
  • Page 237: Steering Wheel Controls

    Steering Wheel Controls The VOL button adjusts the volume If you are playing a CD, the system VOL BUTTON MODE BUTTON up ( ) or down ( ). Press the top skips to the beginning of the next or bottom of the button and hold it track each time you press the top until the desired volume is reached, ( ) of the CH button.
  • Page 238: Radio Theft Protection

    1 hour before trying again. If you should happen to lose the card, you must obtain the code number from a Honda dealer. To do this, you will need the system’s serial number.
  • Page 239: Rear Entertainment System

    Rear Entertainment System Models with Navigation System Overhead Screen Unit REAR PWR BUTTON REAR CONTROL KNOB Models without Navigation System DVD Player REAR PWR BUTTON REAR CONTROL KNOB CONTINUED...
  • Page 240 Rear Entertainment System To Turn On the System Rear Speakers Available on EX-L and Touring models Your vehicle is equipped with a rear Press the REAR PWR button. To When you turn on the system, the entertainment system that includes a turn on the rear controls (ceiling rear speakers are automatically DVD player for the enjoyment of the...
  • Page 241 Rear Entertainment System To Select Rear Entertainment Operating the DVD Player from REAR CONTROL PANEL from the Front Control Panel the Front Control Panel To operate the rear entertainment The DVD player in your rear system from the front panel, turn the entertainment system can play DVD RR CTRL knob counterclockwise.
  • Page 242 Rear Entertainment System Turn the Rear CTRL knob clockwise. Models with Navigation System The amber Rear LED comes on to REAR CTRL KNOB SEEK/SKIP BAR show that the control panel is now enabled. Insert a DVD into the DVD/CD player below the front panel. Push the DVD in halfway, the drive will pull it in the rest of the way.
  • Page 243 Rear Entertainment System SEEK/SKIP Press and hold the EJECT Press the eject button to Using the Rear Control Panel side to move forward; you will see remove the DVD from the drive. To turn on the rear entertainment ‘‘CUE’’ in the display. Press and hold system from the rear control panel, side to move backward;...
  • Page 244 Rear Entertainment System To Play the Radio from the Rear Control Panel Use the buttons to select a station from the radio preset buttons. Press the button to tune the radio to a higher frequency, or press the button to tune to a lower frequency. Pressing the button causes the system to search up or...
  • Page 245 Rear Entertainment System Press the button to To Play a CD from the Rear To Play the Optional Tape Player select another category. Control Panel from the Rear Control Panel If CDs are loaded in the CD changer, To rewind the tape, push the Pressing and holding the DISP select them by pressing the CD button.
  • Page 246 Rear Entertainment System To Play a DVD from the Rear REAR CONTROL PANEL Control Panel The video screen is for use by rear seat passengers only. The driver and front seat passenger should not try to view the screen while driving. Open the overhead screen by pushing the OPEN button.
  • Page 247 Rear Entertainment System DISP Button When you press the DISP button When you press the DISP button To go back to play, press the DISP while a DVD is playing, the title, again, the subtitle, audio, angle, button. chapter, elapsed time, and personal sound characteristics, and personal surround logo are displayed surround logo are displayed...
  • Page 248 Rear Entertainment System MENU Button System Messages Play Mode When you press the MENU button When you press the SETUP button When you select ‘‘Play Mode’’ by while a DVD is playing, the DVD’s while a DVD is playing, the DVD’s pressing the button, the main menu is displayed.
  • Page 249 Rear Entertainment System Top Menu Audio The selectable languages vary from DVD to DVD, and this feature may not be available on some DVDs. Press the RETURN or ENT button to go back to the play mode setup menu. When you select ‘‘TOP MENU’’ When you select ‘‘Audio’’...
  • Page 250 Rear Entertainment System Subtitle Angle To turn the subtitle on and off, select If more than one subtitle language is On some DVDs, the scenes are ‘‘Subtitle’’ from the setup menu by available, you will see the language recorded by more than one camera, pressing the button.
  • Page 251 Rear Entertainment System Search When you select the ‘‘Search’’ from To do a title search, select ‘‘Title’’ by To do a chapter search, select the play mode setup menu, you will pressing the button. Change ‘‘Chapter’’ by pressing the see the submenu shown above. In the number on the right submenu by button.
  • Page 252 Rear Entertainment System Num Input A numerical command can be issued change from the left side to right Select and enter the second digit to a DVD by inputting a two digit side or right to left. number the same way. The cursor number, and a button number can be will automatically move to the ‘‘ENT’’...
  • Page 253 Rear Entertainment System Selecting one of the sound effects, Personal Surround Display Cinema, Music, or Voice, from the personal surround menu allows you to change the sound in your headphones to match the disc you are playing. Select ‘‘Cinema,’’ ‘‘Music,’’ or ‘‘V oice’’ by pressing the button, and enter your selection by pressing the...
  • Page 254 Rear Entertainment System Select the quality you want to adjust If you want to set the display to the The display changes as shown above. by pressing the button, and default setting, select ‘‘Reset’’ by then pressing the ENT button. The pressing the button, and, Select ‘‘Yes,’’...
  • Page 255 Rear Entertainment System Screen Mode You can set the screen mode to these settings: Normal Normal Wide Wide Zoom Full Zoom Full CONTINUED...
  • Page 256 Rear Entertainment System The selected setting will be highlighted in blue for one second, and the screen returns to the play mode in the selected setting. Select the ‘‘Aspect Ratio’’ by pressing The selectable setting menu is button, then press displayed, and the current setting is the ENT button.
  • Page 257 Rear Entertainment System Menu Language INITIAL SETTINGS Menu INITIAL SETTINGS (Language) When you press the SETUP button When you select ‘‘Language’’ with To select the language used in the on the rear control panel when a button, the menu DISC menus, select ‘‘Menu Lang’’ by DVD is not playing, the ‘‘INITIAL shown above appears.
  • Page 258 Rear Entertainment System Select the desired language by If you want another language than If you select the ‘‘No,’’ and press the pressing the button, and those listed, you need to enter the ENT button, the display returns to then pressing the ENT button. code number of the desired language.
  • Page 259 Rear Entertainment System Audio Language If you select ‘‘Yes,’’ the display If you made a mistake entering a You can select the dubbed language changes to the language code input number digit, select ‘‘DEL’’ on the before playing DVDs. mode. Select the first number digit display with the Select ‘‘Audio Lang’’...
  • Page 260 Rear Entertainment System Subtitle Language Dynamic Range INITIAL SETTINGS (Others) You can select the subtitle language When you select ‘‘Others’’ at the ‘‘Dynamic Range’’ reduces the before playing DVDs. bottom of the ‘‘INITIAL SETTINGS’’ differences between the loud and Select ‘‘Subtitle Lang’’ by pressing screen, the above menu appears on quiet sound levels throughout the button.
  • Page 261 Rear Entertainment System Angle Mark ANGLE MARK When you select the ‘‘Dynamic When you switch to another angle Select ‘‘Angle Mark’’ by pressing the Range’’ by pressing the while playing a DVD, the angle mark button. The above submenu button, you will see the submenu is displayed in the upper right corner appears.
  • Page 262 Rear Entertainment System Parental Control Level When you select and enter ‘‘Yes,’’ You can place an auditory restriction Select ‘‘Parental Level’’ by pressing the display changes as shown above. by changing the parental control button. You will see the To change the level, you need to level.
  • Page 263 Rear Entertainment System Changing the Password If the system does not recognize the If you enter the password correctly, The password was set to ‘‘1111’’ password you entered, you will see you can then change the parental when the vehicle left the factory. the above display.
  • Page 264 Rear Entertainment System To change the password, select Select the first digit by pressing the If the system does not recognize the ‘‘Password.’’ You will see the above , or button, password you entered, you will see menu displayed. Select ‘‘Yes’’ by and enter it by pressing the ENT the above display.
  • Page 265 Rear Entertainment System If you forget the password, select The display changes as shown above. ‘‘Password,’’ and press the button If you want to use the default 10 times. password (1111), select ‘‘Yes,’’ and press the ENT button. The message ‘‘Default password setting applied’’...
  • Page 266 Rear Entertainment System Remote Control Replacing the Remote Control As required by the FCC: This device Batteries complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. RELEASE BUTTON Operation is subject to the following two COVER conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that...
  • Page 267: Playable Dvds

    Rear Entertainment System Playable DVDs Those packages or jackets should also bear the designation of ‘‘1’’ or ‘‘ALL’’. DVD-ROMs cannot be played in this system. Protecting DVDs The tips on how to handle and protect DVDs are basically the same as those for compact discs.
  • Page 268 Rear Entertainment System DVD Player Error Messages Message Solution If you see an error message in the screen while operating the DVD player, find the cause in the chart to ERROR F0 Eject the disc and reinsert it. the right. If you cannot clear the ERROR F2 message, take your vehicle to a Invalid region code...
  • Page 269 Rear Entertainment System Wireless Headphones The audio for the rear entertainment Replacing Batteries system is sent to the wireless headphones that come with the system. When using the headphones, make sure you wear them correctly: L (left) and R (right) are marked on the sides of the frame.
  • Page 270 Rear Entertainment System Auxiliary Input Jacks COVER LEVER ARMREST AUXILIARY INPUT JACKS BATTERY Remove the battery. Install the new Auxiliary input jacks and headphone The system will accept auxiliary battery in the earpice as shown in connectors for the rear inputs from standard video games the diagram next to the battery slot.
  • Page 271 Rear Entertainment System VOLUME DIALS HEADPHONE CONNECTORS There are three headphone connectors for the third seat passengers. Each connector has its own volume control.
  • Page 272: Security System

    Security System The security system will not set if On EX, EX-L and Touring models The security system helps to protect the hood, tailgate, or any door is not your vehicle and valuables from theft. fully closed. If the system will not set, The horn sounds and a combination check the Door and Tailgate Open of headlights, parking lights, side...
  • Page 273: Cruise Control

    Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain Using Cruise Control Press and release the DECEL/ a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) SET button on the steering wheel. CRUISE BUTTON without keeping your foot on the The CRUISE CONTROL indicator accelerator pedal.
  • Page 274 Cruise Control Changing the Set Speed You can decrease the set speed in Even with cruise control turned on, You can increase the set speed in any of these ways: you can still use the accelerator any of these ways: pedal to speed up for passing.
  • Page 275 Cruise Control Cancelling Cruise Control Resuming the Set Speed When you push the CANCEL button or tap the brake pedal, the system CRUISE BUTTON remembers the previously set speed. To return to that speed, accelerate to above 25 mph (40 km/h), and then press and release the RES/ACCEL button.
  • Page 276: Homelink Universal Transceiver

    HomeLink Universal Transceiver that causes the motor to stop and Training HomeLink On EX, EX-L and Touring models The HomeLink Universal reverse if an obstacle is detected Before you begin If you just Transceiver built into your vehicle during closing, increasing the risk of received your vehicle and have not can be programmed to operate up to injury.
  • Page 277 HomeLink Universal Transceiver Press and hold the remote Press and hold the remote transmitter button and one of the transmitter button and one of the HomeLink buttons at the same HomeLink buttons at the same time. time. While continuing to hold the If the red indicator in HomeLink HomeLink button, press and begins to flash slowly at first,...
  • Page 278 HomeLink Universal Transceiver Push and hold the HomeLink Training With a Rolling Code TRAINING BUTTON button for a few seconds, then System watch the red indicator on For security purposes, newer garage HomeLink. door opening systems use a ‘‘rolling’’ If the indicator stays on or or variable code.
  • Page 279 HomeLink Universal Transceiver Press and hold the button on Erasing Codes If a standard transmitter was HomeLink for 3 to 4 seconds. To erase the codes stored in all three programmed, the indicator will buttons, press and hold the two stay on for about 25 seconds.
  • Page 280 HomeLink Universal Transceiver Customer Assistance As required by the FCC: If you have problems with training This device complies with Part 15 of the the HomeLink Universal Transceiver, FCC rules. Operation is subject to the or would like information on home following two conditions: (1) This device products that can be operated by may not cause harmful interference, and...
  • Page 281: Parking Sensor System

    Parking Sensor System On Touring models Your vehicle has a parking sensor system. The system lets you know the approximate distance between your vehicle and most obstacles while you are parking. When the system is on and your vehicle is nearing an obstacle, you will hear beeping and see parking messages in the multi-information display.
  • Page 282 Parking Sensor System Multi-Information Display Corner Sensor Operation Messages and Beeper Operation Example shown: Obstacle is at the left front of the vehicle When you turn the system on, all indicators come on in the multi- About 16-20 in About 12-16 in About 12 in information display, and a beeper (40-50 cm)
  • Page 283 Parking Sensor System Rear Center Sensor Operation About 40-70 in About 24-40 in About 24 in (1-1.8 m) (0.6-1 m) (0.6 m) or less Distance Bottom Bottom Bottom If the system develops a problem, indicator stays on indicator stays on indicator stays on you will see a ‘‘CHECK PARKING SENSOR SYSTEM’’...
  • Page 284 Parking Sensor System When the system is affected by some electrical equipment or devices generating an ultrasonic wave. When operating the vehicle in bad weather. The system may not sense thin or low objects, or sonic-absorptive materials such as snow, cotton, or Within about 20 in (50 cm) Within about 70 in (1.8 m) sponge.
  • Page 285: Rear View Camera And Monitor

    Rear View Camera and Monitor When in reverse, the touch screen On EX-L model (equipped with and Navi ‘‘hard’’ buttons are locked navigation system) and Touring models out, except the ‘‘ZOOM’’ button. Touching the ‘‘ ’’ or ‘‘ ’’ button allows you to adjust the brightness of the rear view camera image.
  • Page 287: Before Driving

    Before Driving Before you begin driving your Break-in period ....... 284 vehicle, you should know what Gasoline Type ....... . 284 gasoline to use and how to check the Service Station Procedures ..285 levels of important fluids. You also Refueling ........
  • Page 288: Break-In Period

    Break-in Period, Gasoline Type Break-in Period Gasoline Type your dealer for service. Help assure your vehicle’s future Your vehicle is designed to operate reliability and performance by paying on unleaded gasoline with a pump Some gasoline today is blended with extra attention to how you drive octane number of 87 or higher.
  • Page 289: Service Station Procedures

    Service Station Procedures Refueling Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. You may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes. Gasoline is highly flammable The fuel fill cap is attached to the and explosive. You can be fuel filler with a tether. Insert the burned or seriously injured attachment on the fuel fill cap into when handling fuel.
  • Page 290: Opening And Closing The Hood

    Service Station Procedures Screw the fuel fill cap back on Opening and Closing the Hood until it clicks at least once. If you do not properly tighten the cap, HOOD RELEASE HANDLE the malfunction indicator lamp may come on (see page ).
  • Page 291: Oil Check

    Service Station Procedures Oil Check SUPPORT ROD UPPER MARK LOWER MARK DIPSTICK Pull the support rod out of its clip Wait a few minutes after turning the Remove the dipstick again, and and insert the end into the hole on engine off before you check the oil.
  • Page 292: Engine Coolant Check

    Service Station Procedures Engine Coolant Check Refer to Owner’s Maintenance Checks on page for information RESERVE TANK about checking other items on your vehicle. Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines. If it is below the MIN line, see Adding Engine Coolant...
  • Page 293: Fuel Economy

    Fuel Economy Improving Fuel Economy Try to maintain a constant speed. Always maintain your vehicle Every time you slow down and according to the maintenance speed up, your vehicle uses extra messages. See Owner’s fuel. Use cruise control when (page appropriate.
  • Page 294: Accessories And Modifications

    Be sure electronic accessories do Accessories or killed. Your dealer has Honda accessories not overload electrical circuits that allow you to personalize your Follow all instructions in this (see page ) or interfere with vehicle.
  • Page 295 Some examples are: safety systems could make the Lowering the vehicle with a non- systems ineffective. Honda suspension kit that significantly reduces ground Additional Safety Precautions clearance can allow the on page undercarriage to hit speed bumps...
  • Page 296: Carrying Cargo

    Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient SEAT-BACK POCKETS storage areas: REAR COMPARTMENT FRONT DOOR POCKET Glove box (upper and lower) UPPER GLOVE REMOVABLE In-floor storage (with Lazy SECOND ROW Susan ) CONSOLE Front door and seat-back pockets Rear cargo area, including the second row seats when removed, and the third row seat when folded flat...
  • Page 297 Carrying Cargo The maximum load for your vehicle Subtract the combined weight of If your vehicle will be towing a the driver and passengers from trailer, the load from your trailer LX model: 1,349 lbs (612 kg) the maximum load. will be transferred to your vehicle.
  • Page 298 Carrying Cargo Carrying Items in the Passenger Carrying Cargo in the Cargo Area If you carry any items on a roof Compartment or on a Roof Rack rack, be sure the total weight of Store or secure all items that could Distribute cargo evenly on the the rack and the items does not be thrown around and hurt...
  • Page 299 Carrying Cargo Cargo Net Cargo Hooks CARGO HOOKS On EX, EX-L and Touring models There are cargo hooks for plastic You can use the cargo net to secure grocery bags on the back of the third items in the cargo area, and store row seat.
  • Page 301: Driving

    Driving This section gives you tips on Preparing to Drive ......298 starting the engine under various Starting the Engine ......299 conditions, and how to operate the Automatic Transmission ....300 automatic transmission. It also Parking Tips ........
  • Page 302: Preparing To Drive

    Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks Check the seat adjustment (see and adjustments before you drive page your vehicle. Check the adjustment of the Make sure all windows, mirrors, inside and outside mirrors (see and outside lights are clean and page unobstructed.
  • Page 303: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. Without touching the accelerator If the engine fails to start, press pedal, turn the ignition key to the the accelerator pedal all the way In cold weather, turn off all START (III) position. Do not hold down, and hold it there while electrical accessories to reduce the key in the START (III)
  • Page 304: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Position Indicators If the malfunction indicator lamp Shifting comes on along with the ‘‘D’’ RELEASE BUTTON indicator, there is a problem in the automatic transmission control system. Avoid rapid acceleration, and have the transmission checked by your dealer as soon as possible.
  • Page 305 Automatic Transmission Park (P) This position mechani- Neutral (N) Use neutral if you To shift from: Do this: cally locks the transmission. Use need to restart a stalled engine, or if P to R Press the brake pedal, and Park whenever you are turning off or it is necessary to stop briefly with press the release button.
  • Page 306 Automatic Transmission Drive (D ) To use D , press the First (1) This position locks the Engine Speed Limiter D button when the shift lever is in transmission in first gear. By If you exceed the maximum speed the ‘‘D’’ position. This position is simi- upshifting and downshifting through for the gear you are in, the engine lar to D, except only the first three...
  • Page 307 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Release Remove the key from the shift Do this if pushing on the brake pedal lock release slot, then install the and pressing the release button does cover. Press the brake pedal, and not shift the transmission out of restart the engine.
  • Page 308: Parking Tips

    Parking Always use the parking brake when Parking Tips If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn you park your vehicle. Make sure Make sure the moonroof and the the front wheels away from the the parking brake is set firmly, or windows are closed.
  • Page 309: Braking System

    Braking System Your vehicle is equipped with disc Check the brakes after driving Brake Wear Indicators brakes at all four wheels. A power through deep water. Apply the If the brake pads need replacing, you assist helps reduce the effort needed brakes moderately to see if they feel will hear a distinctive, metallic on the brake pedal.
  • Page 310: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)

    Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) The anti-lock brake system (ABS) ABS Indicator Important Safety Reminders helps prevent the brakes from ABS does not reduce the time or locking up, and helps you retain distance it takes to stop the ABS INDICATOR steering control by pumping the it only helps with steering vehicle;...
  • Page 311: Vehicle Stability Assist (Vsa) System

    Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System The vehicle stability assist (VSA) VSA Activation Indicator On Touring models only system helps to stabilize the vehicle You will also see a ‘‘CHECK VSA during cornering if the vehicle turns When VSA activates, you will see the SYSTEM’’...
  • Page 312 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System Without VSA, your vehicle still has VSA OFF Button VSA and Tire Sizes normal braking and cornering ability, Driving with varying tire or wheel LX and EX models but it does not have VSA traction and sizes may cause the VSA to stability enhancement.
  • Page 313: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)

    Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) On U.S. Touring model only To see the inflation pressures of all Each tire has its own pressure Your vehicle is equipped with a tire four tires, press the SEL/RESET sensor. If the air pressure of a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) button on the steering wheel.
  • Page 314 Michelin PAX system, you owner’s manual (see page can continue to drive up to about 125 miles (200 km). If you have a flat tire, take your vehicle to the nearest Honda dealer or authorized Michelin PAX system dealer.
  • Page 315 Replacement or repair of tires must be performed by This device complies with Industry a Honda dealer or an authorized Canada Standard RSS-210. Michelin PAX system dealer. Operation is subject to the following two...
  • Page 316: Towing A Trailer

    Towing a Trailer Your vehicle has been designed to Load Limits primarily carry passengers and their cargo. You can also use it to tow a trailer if you carefully observe the load limits, use the proper equipment, and follow the guidelines in this section.
  • Page 317 Towing a Trailer Gross Axle Weight Rating Maximum Total Trailer Weight (GAWR): Number of Equipped with transmission cooler The maximum allowable weight of Occupants and power steering fluid cooler the vehicle, all occupants, all cargo, 3,500 lbs (1,580 kg) and the tongue load must not 3,350 lbs (1,520 kg) exceed: 3,200 lbs (1,450 kg)
  • Page 318 Carefully follow the hitch maker’s load the first time you set up a purchase Honda equipment instructions for proper installation towing combination (a fully-loaded whenever possible. and adjustment.
  • Page 319 Sway Control Trailer Brakes Trailer Lights If the total trailer weight exceeds Honda recommends that any trailer Trailer lights and equipment must 2,000 lbs (900 kg), you should install having a total weight of 1,000 lbs comply with federal, state, province,...
  • Page 320 Towing a Trailer Since lighting and wiring vary by Remember to unhitch the trailer GROUND LEFT TURN SIGNAL trailer type and brand, you should before changing a flat. Ask your have a qualified technician install a trailer sales or rental agency where SMALL LIGHTS suitable connector between the and how to store the trailer’s spare...
  • Page 321 Towing a Trailer Pre-Tow Checklist All items in or on the trailer are Driving Safely With a Trailer When preparing to tow, and before properly secured and cannot shift The added weight, length, and driving away, be sure to check the while you drive.
  • Page 322 Towing a Trailer If you must stop when facing uphill, Making Turns and Braking Backing Up Make turns more slowly and wider use the foot brake or parking brake. Always drive slowly and have than normal. The trailer tracks a Do not try to hold the vehicle in someone guide you when backing up.
  • Page 323: Maintenance

    Maintenance This section explains why it is Maintenance Safety ...... . 320 important to keep your vehicle well Maintenance Minder ..... 321 maintained and how to follow basic Maintenance Record ..... 331 maintenance safety precautions. Fluid Locations .......
  • Page 324: Maintenance Safety

    Maintenance Safety All service items not detailed in this Injury from moving parts. section should be performed by a not run the engine unless certified technician or other qualified instructed to do so. Improperly maintaining this mechanic. vehicle or failing to correct a problem before driving can Important Safety Precautions cause a crash in which you can...
  • Page 325: Maintenance Minder

    Maintenance Minder Your vehicle displays engine oil life Engine Oil Life Indicator and maintenance service items in the On LX, EX and EX-L models odometer/trip meter display on LX, EX and EX-L models, or in the multi- information display on Touring models, to show you when you should have your dealer perform engine oil replacement and indicated...
  • Page 326 Maintenance Minder You can change the display to the odometer, the trip meter, or the outside temperature by pushing the SELECT/RESET knob on the instrument panel. When the remaining engine oil life is When the remaining engine oil life is less than 5 percent, you will see a 0 percent, you will see the above ‘‘CHANGE OIL’’...
  • Page 327 Maintenance Minder On Touring models MASTER WARNING INDICATOR To see the current engine oil life, When the remaining engine oil life is If you still do not perform the turn the ignition switch to the ON 15 percent or less, the display shows indicated maintenance, you will see a (II) position, then push and release a ‘‘SERVICE DUE SOON’’...
  • Page 328 Maintenance Minder These messages will come on every time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Immediately have the service performed, and make sure to reset the display as described on page You can change the display to the odometer, the trip meter, or the outside temperature by pushing the SEL/RESET button on the steering...
  • Page 329 Maintenance Minder Maintenance Main Items and Sub Items LX, EX and EX-L models Touring model MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SUB ITEMS MAIN ITEM MAINTENANCE SUB ITEM If you still do not get the indicated maintenance done, you will see a All the maintenance items displayed MAINTENANCE negative mileage, for example ‘‘...
  • Page 330 Maintenance Minder Resetting the Engine Oil Life Indicator On LX, EX and EX-L models Your dealer will reset the display after completing the required maintenance service. You will see ‘‘OIL LIFE 100 %’’ on the odometer/ trip meter display the next time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
  • Page 331 Maintenance Minder On Touring models Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel until the engine oil life is displayed. Press the SEL/RESET button on If you want to cancel resetting, the steering wheel for about 10 press the INFO button on the seconds.
  • Page 332 SEL/RESET button, the provide competent, efficient service. multi-information display resets as We recommend the use of Honda shown above. parts and fluids whenever you have maintenance done. These are manufactured to the same high-...
  • Page 333 Maintenance Minder U.S. Vehicles: Owner’s Maintenance Checks Lights Check the operation of Maintenance, replacement, or You should check the following the headlights, parking lights, repair of emissions control items at the specified intervals. If taillights, high-mount brake light, devices and systems may be done you are unsure of how to perform and license plate lights monthly.
  • Page 334 Maintenance Minder Symbol Maintenance Main Items Symbol Maintenance Sub Items Replace engine oil Rotate tires Replace engine oil and oil filter Replace air cleaner element Inspect front and rear brakes If you drive in dusty conditions, replace Check parking brake adjustment every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
  • Page 335: Maintenance Record

    You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here. When maintenance is performed, record the mileage, circle the coded item(s) completed, and write in any other non-coded items (such as brake fluid replacement) below the codes. Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle. Maintenance can also be recorded in your Honda service history booklet. Mileage...
  • Page 336 Maintenance Record Mileage Maintenance Signature Mileage Maintenance Signature Performed Performed Date Date...
  • Page 337: Fluid Locations

    Fluid Locations ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK BRAKE FLUID (Orange loop) (Gray cap) POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) RADIATOR CAP ENGINE COOLANT ENGINE OIL FILL CAP RESERVOIR...
  • Page 338: Adding Engine Oil

    5W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. It is engine’s performance and longevity. highly recommended that you use Always use a premium-grade 5W-20 Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for detergent oil displaying the API optimum engine protection. Make Certification Seal. This seal indicates...
  • Page 339: Changing The Oil And Filter

    Adding Engine Oil, Changing the Oil and Filter Synthetic Oil Changing the Oil and Filter You may use a synthetic motor oil if Always change the oil and filter it meets the same requirements according to the maintenance given for a conventional motor oil: it messages shown on the odometer/ displays the API Certification Seal, trip meter display or on the multi-...
  • Page 340 Changing the Oil and Filter Install a new oil filter according to Turn off the engine and let it sit OIL FILTER the instructions that come with it. for several minutes, then check the oil level on the dipstick. If Put a new washer on the drain bolt, necessary, add more oil.
  • Page 341: Engine Coolant

    Engine Coolant Adding Engine Coolant Always use Honda Long-life Anti- If the reserve tank is completely freeze/Coolant Type 2. This coolant empty, you should also check the RESERVE TANK is pre-mixed with 50 percent coolant level in the radiator. antifreeze and 50 percent water.
  • Page 342 Engine Coolant Put the radiator cap back on, and tighten it fully. Pour coolant into the reserve tank. Fill it to halfway between the MAX and MIN marks. Put the cap back on the reserve tank. Do not add any rust inhibitors or other additives to your vehicle’s cooling system.
  • Page 343: Windshield Washers

    Windshield Washers Check the fluid level in the The low washer On Canadian models: windshield washer reservoir at least level indicator comes on when the monthly during normal use. This level is low (see page reservoir supplies the windshield and rear window washers.
  • Page 344: Automatic Transmission Fluid

    It should be Have the transmission flushed and Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) between the upper and lower refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 as from the transmission, and wipe it marks. soon as it is convenient. with a clean cloth.
  • Page 345: Brake Fluid

    Check the brake fluid level in the Brake Fluid DOT 3. If it is not it with Honda ATF-Z1, then drive the reservoirs monthly. available, you should use only DOT 3 vehicle for a short distance. Do this...
  • Page 346: Power Steering Fluid

    Honda PSF as soon as possible. Replace the belt at 60,000 miles (100,000 km) if you regularly drive A low power steering fluid level can your vehicle in one or more of these indicate a leak in the system.
  • Page 347: Lights

    Lights Headlight Aiming Replacing a Headlight Bulb The headlights were properly aimed Your vehicle has halogen headlight when your vehicle was new. If you bulbs, two on each side. When regularly carry heavy items in the replacing a bulb, handle it by its base cargo area or pull a trailer, and protect the glass from contact readjustment may be required.
  • Page 348 Lights Push the electrical connector back Replacing a Front Turn Signal onto the bulb. Make sure it is on Bulb all the way. Turn on the headlights to test the new bulb. If you replaced the high beam headlight bulb on the passenger’s side, reinstall the power steering fluid reservoir.
  • Page 349 Lights Insert the socket back into the Replacing a Front Parking/Side Insert the socket back into the headlight assembly. Turn it Marker Bulb headlight assembly. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. clockwise to lock it in place. Turn on the lights to make sure Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working.
  • Page 350 Lights Replacing a Front Fog Light Bulb Insert the new bulb into the assembly and turn it one-quarter Touring model only turn clockwise to lock it in place. Push the electrical connector onto the new bulb. Turn on the fog lights to test the new bulb.
  • Page 351 Lights Replacing a Rear Turn Signal or Put the socket back into the light Brake Light Bulb assembly, and turn it clockwise to lock it in place. Install the rear light assembly in the rear pillar. Tighten the two bolts. Snap the bolt covers into position.
  • Page 352 Lights Replacing a Taillight or Back-up Test the lights to make sure the Light Bulb new bulb is working. Reinstall the light cover. Open the tailgate. Place a cloth on Remove the socket from the light the edge of the middle of the light assembly by turning it one-quarter cover.
  • Page 353: Cleaning The Seat Belts

    Cleaning the Seat Belts, Floor Mats Cleaning the Seat Belts Floor Mats If you use a non-Honda floor mat, make sure it fits properly and that it can be used with the floor mat LOOP anchors. Do not put additional floor mats on top of the anchored mats.
  • Page 354: Wiper Blades

    Wiper Blades Check the condition of the wiper WIPER ARMS blades at least every 6 months. Replace them if you find signs of cracking in the rubber, and areas that are getting hard or if they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used.
  • Page 355 Wiper Blades BLADE Rear Wiper : Front Wiper : Rear Wiper : Disconnect the blade assembly from Remove the blade from its holder Pull one end of the blade out from the wiper arm by pivoting the blade by grasping the tabbed end of the the holder.
  • Page 356 Wiper Blades Install the wiper blade assembly BLADE onto the wiper arm. Make sure it locks in place. Lower the wiper arm against the windshield. Front windshield: Lower the passenger’s side first, then the driver’s side. REINFORCEMENT Examine the new wiper blades. If Rear Wiper : they have no plastic or metal Slide the new blade into the holder.
  • Page 357: Tires

    Tires To safely operate your vehicle, your Inflation Guidelines LX and EX tires must be the proper type and Keeping the tires properly inflated Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure for size, in good condition with adequate provides the best combination of Normal Driving tread, and correctly inflated.
  • Page 358 Tires U.S. Touring model Check the air pressures when the You should get your own tire tires are cold. This means the pressure gauge and use it whenever Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure for vehicle has been parked for at least 3 you check your tire pressures.
  • Page 359 Improper wheel weights can damage purchase directional tires, rotate should replace the tire if you can see your vehicle’s aluminum wheels. Use only front-to-back. the tread wear indicator in three or only genuine Honda wheel weights f or more places around the tire. balancing.
  • Page 360 Tires Replacing Tires Wheels and Tires Replace your tires with radial tires of Wheel: the same size, load range, speed LX, EX, and EX-L models Installing improper tires on your rating, and maximum cold tire vehicle can affect handling and 16 x 7J pressure rating (as shown on the stability.
  • Page 361 These chains are the only ones that Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘All Mount tire chains on your tires when have been approved by Honda for Season’’ on the sidewall have an all- required by driving conditions or use on your vehicle. Since Honda weather tread design suitable for local laws.
  • Page 362 Repair or replacement must be If you ever hear the chains for your vehicle. done by a Honda dealer or an contacting the body or chassis, stop authorized Michelin PAX system and investigate. If the chains have Because of these reasons, use only dealer.
  • Page 363: Checking The Battery

    Checking the Battery Check the terminals for corrosion (a If you need to connect the battery to TEST INDICATOR WINDOW white or yellowish powder). To a charger, disconnect both cables to remove it, cover the terminals with a prevent damaging your vehicle’s solution of baking soda and water.
  • Page 364: Vehicle Storage

    Vehicle Storage If you need to park your vehicle for Block the rear wheels. Cover the vehicle with a an extended period (more than 1 ‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made month), there are several things you If the vehicle is to be stored for a from a porous material such as should do to prepare it for storage.
  • Page 365: Taking Care Of The Unexpected

    Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the more Driving with a Flat Tire ....362 common problems that motorists Compact Spare Tire ...... . 365 experience with their vehicles. It Changing a Flat Tire ..... 366 gives you information about how to If the Engine Won’t Start .....
  • Page 366: Driving With A Flat Tire

    Driving With a Flat Tire Michelin PAX System On U.S. Touring models only Your vehicle is equipped with the Michelin PAX system. Since each Michelin PAX system tire has an inner support ring that allows it to continue running without air, it may be difficult to immediately judge from its appearance if a tire is punctured.
  • Page 367 125 miles (200 km) even if one or more of your tires are punctured. This allows you to drive to the nearest Honda dealer or authorized Michelin PAX system dealer to have the tire(s) repaired. If you get a flat tire, never try to repair it yourself, and never replace a flat tire with a compact spare tire.
  • Page 368 (see page 387). repair the tire. If you cannot find a Honda dealer or Important Safety Precautions Although your vehicle is capable of an authorized Michelin PAX system...
  • Page 369: Compact Spare Tire

    Compact Spare Tire Do not mount snow chains on the All models except U.S. Touring INDICATOR LOCATION MARK Use the compact spare tire as a compact spare tire. temporary replacement only. Get your regular tire repaired or replaced, Do not use the compact spare tire and put it back on your vehicle as if you are towing a trailer.
  • Page 370: Changing A Flat Tire

    Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, SPARE TIRE stop in a safe place to change it. Drive slowly along the shoulder until you get to an exit or an area that is far away from the traffic lanes. The vehicle can easily roll off the jack, seriously injuring anyone underneath.
  • Page 371 Changing a Flat Tire WHEEL NUTS On EX and EX-L models The spare tire is stored behind a Place the jack under the jacking cover on the sidewall of the cargo If you are changing a rear tire, point nearest the tire you need to area on the driver’s side.
  • Page 372 Changing a Flat Tire EXTENSION WHEEL COVER WHEEL WRENCH On LX model Use the extension and the wheel Before mounting the spare tire, nut wrench as shown to raise the Do not attempt to forcibly pry the wipe any dirt off the mounting vehicle until the flat tire is off the wheel cover off with a screwdriver or surface of the wheel and hub with...
  • Page 373 Changing a Flat Tire Put on the spare tire. Put the BRACKET MOUNTING BOLT 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 them fully.
  • Page 374 Changing a Flat Tire Adjust the seat-back of the third Store the jack in its holder. To BRACKET seat to an upright position. Install store the jack, align the locator the bracket mounting bolt on the stud in the holder with the hole in attachment point as shown, and the jack base.
  • Page 375 Changing a Flat Tire Install the spare tire storage cover. Storing a Flat Tire on the Folded Third Seat When the third seat is folded, the flat tire is secured to the floor on top of the folded seat. Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and could Pull up the U-shaped carpet piece, seriously injure the occupants.
  • Page 376: If The Engine Won't Start

    If the Engine Won’t Start Diagnosing why the engine won’t Check the transmission interlock. If the headlights dim noticeably or start falls into two areas, depending The transmission must be in Park go out when you try to start the on what you hear when you turn the or neutral or the starter will not engine, either the battery is...
  • Page 377: Jump Starting

    If the Engine Won’t Start, Jump Starting Are you using a properly coded Jump Starting To Jump Start Your Vehicle: key? An improperly coded key will Although this seems like a simple cause the immobilizer system procedure, you should take several Open the hood, and check the indicator in the instrument panel precautions.
  • Page 378 Jump Starting If the booster battery is in another vehicle, have an assistant start that vehicle and run it at a fast idle. Start the vehicle. If the starter motor still operates slowly, check that the jumper cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
  • Page 379: If The Engine Overheats

    If the Engine Overheats The pointer of the vehicle’s If you do not see steam or spray, temperature gauge should stay in leave the engine running, and the midrange. If it climbs to the red watch the temperature gauge. If Steam and spray from an mark, you should determine the the high heat is due to overloading,...
  • Page 380 If the Engine Overheats Look for any obvious coolant leaks, Start the engine, and set the such as a split radiator hose. temperature control dial to Everything is still extremely hot, maximum (climate control to Removing the radiator cap so use caution. If you find a leak, it FULL AUTO at 90°F/32°C).
  • Page 381: Low Oil Pressure Indicator

    Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator Low Oil Pressure Indicator Safely pull off the road, and shut Charging System Indicator off the engine. Turn on the hazard This indicator should never warning indicators. If the charging system come on when the engine is indicator comes on brightly running.
  • Page 382: Malfunction Indicator Lamp

    Malfunction Indicator Lamp, Readiness Codes Malfunction Indicator Lamp If your vehicle battery has been disconnected or gone dead, these codes are erased. It can take several If this indicator comes on If you keep driving with the while driving, it means one days of driving under various malf unction indicator lamp on, you can of the engine’s emissions control...
  • Page 383: Brake System Indicator

    Brake System Indicator U.S. Canada The brake system However, if the brake pedal does not If you must drive the vehicle a short indicator normally feel normal, you should take distance in this condition, drive comes on when you immediate action. A problem in one slowly and carefully.
  • Page 384: Closing The Moonroof

    Closing the Moonroof If the electric motor will not close the moonroof, do the following: SOCKET Check the fuse for the moonroof motor (see page ). If the fuse is blown, replace it with one of the same or lower rating. Try closing the moonroof.
  • Page 385: Fuses

    Fuses PASSENGER’S SIDE PRIMARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX DRIVER’S SIDE INTERIOR INTERIOR The vehicle’s fuses are contained in To open the passenger’s fuse box, SECONDARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX four fuse boxes (three, if the vehicle pull the right edge of the cover. does not have a rear entertainment system).
  • Page 386 Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses FUSE If something electrical in your vehicle stops working, the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse. Determine from the chart on pages through , or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that device.
  • Page 387 Fuses If you cannot drive the vehicle If the replacement fuse of the BLOWN without fixing the problem, and you same rating blows in a short time, do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse there is probably a serious of the same rating or a lower rating electrical problem with your from one of the other circuits.
  • Page 388: Fuse Locations

    Fuse Locations PRIMARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected Amps. Circuits Protected 10 A Left Headlight Low 20 A Horn, Stop 30 A Rear Defroster Coil 30 A Defroster 10 A Left Headlight High 40 A Back Up 15 A Small Lights 15 A Hazard...
  • Page 389 Fuse Locations INTERIOR FUSE BOX Amps. Circuits Protected No. Amps. Circuits Protected Driver’s Side Not Used 15 A IG ACG 15 A IG Coil 15 A IG Fuel Pump Front 10 A Daytime Running Light 10 A IG Washer 15 A 7.5 A IG Meter 10 A...
  • Page 390 Fuse Locations INTERIOR FUSE BOX Passenger’s Side No. Amps. Circuits Protected 30 A Rear Blower Not Used 15 A 20 A Door Lock Not Used 15 A Heated Seat 7.5 A Instrument Panel 20 A Right Power Sliding Door 15 A Front Accessory Sockets If equipped...
  • Page 391: Emergency Towing

    Emergency Towing If your vehicle needs to be towed, The tow Wheel-lift Equipment call a professional towing service or truck uses two pivoting arms that go organization. Never tow your vehicle under the tires and lift them off the Improper towing preparation will with just a rope or chain.
  • Page 392 Emergency Towing The steering system can be damaged if Trying to lif t or tow your vehicle by the the steering wheel is locked. Leave the bumpers will cause serious damage. ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) The bumpers are not designed to position, and make sure the steering support the vehicle’s weight.
  • Page 393: Technical Information

    Technical Information The diagrams in this section give Identification Numbers ....390 Emissions Controls ......398 you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications ........ . 392 The Clean Air Act ..... . 398 your vehicle, and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading Crankcase Emissions Control identification numbers.
  • Page 394: Identification Numbers

    Identification Numbers Your vehicle has several identifying numbers in various places. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle.
  • Page 395 Identification Numbers The engine number is stamped into the engine block. It is on the front. TRANSMISSION NUMBER The transmission number is on a label on the side of the transmission. ENGINE NUMBER...
  • Page 396: Specifications

    Specifications Dimensions Air Conditioning Length 201.0 in (5,106 mm) Refrigerant type HFC-134a (R-134a) Width 77.1 in (1,958 mm) Charge quantity 32 34 oz (850 900 g) Height 68.8 in (1,748 mm) Lubricant type ND-OIL8 70.0 in (1,778 mm) Wheelbase 118.1 in (3,000 mm) Capacities Track Front...
  • Page 397 Specifications Lights Fuses Headlights High 12 V 60 W (HB3) Interior Driver’s side See page 385 or the fuse label 12 V 51 W (HB4) attached to the dashboard. Front turn signal 12 V 21 W Passenger’s side See page 386 or the fuse label Front fog lights 12 V 35 W...
  • Page 398: Dot Tire Quality Grading (U.s Vehicles)

    DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) The tires on your car meet all U.S. Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C Federal Safety Requirements. All The treadwear grade is a compara- The traction grades, from highest to tires are also graded for treadwear, tive rating based on the wear rate of lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
  • Page 399: Temperature

    DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Temperature A, B, C Warning: The temperature grade for The temperature grades are A (the this tire is established for a tire that highest), B, and C, representing the is properly inflated and not tire’s resistance to the generation of overloaded.
  • Page 400: Tire Labeling

    Tire Labeling The tires that came on your vehicle Rim diameter in inches. FW6X Tire type code. have a number of markings. Those you should be aware of are described Load index (a numerical code 2202 Date of manufacture. below. associated with the maximum load the tire can carry).
  • Page 401 Tire Labeling (PAX System Tires) PAX System Tire Labeling Load index (a numerical code associated with the maximum U.S. Touring model only The PAX system tires have different load the tire can carry). markings from conventional tire markings. Following is an example of Speed symbol (an PAX system tire size with an alphabetical code indicating...
  • Page 402: Emissions Controls

    It is stored in this ment. Under certain conditions of canister while the engine is off. After sunlight and climate, NOx and HC In Canada, Honda vehicles comply the engine is started and warmed up, react to form photochemical ‘‘smog.’’ with the Canadian emission...
  • Page 403: Exhaust Emissions Controls

    System combustion and minimize the The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) Honda replacement parts or their amount of HC, CO, and NOx that system takes some of the exhaust equivalent for repairs. Using lower comes out the tailpipe.
  • Page 404: Three Way Catalytic Converter

    The catalytic converter is referred to as a three-way catalyst, since it acts on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement unit must be an original Honda part or its equivalent. The three way catalytic converter THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTERS...
  • Page 405: State Emissions Testing

    State Emissions Testing Testing of Readiness Codes If the testing facility determines that Without touching the accelerator If you take your vehicle for a state the readiness codes are not set, you pedal, start the engine, and let it emissions test shortly after the will be requested to return at a later idle for 20 seconds.
  • Page 406 State Emissions Testing Select a nearby lightly traveled Then drive in city/suburban major highway where you can traffic for at least 10 minutes. maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph When traffic conditions allow, let (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 the vehicle coast for several minutes.
  • Page 407 Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information ........ . 404 Warranty Coverages ..... 405 Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ......406 Authorized Manuals ..... . 407...
  • Page 408: Customer Service Information

    Honda dealership personnel are U.S. Owners: In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin trained professionals. They should Islands: American Honda Motor Co., Inc. be able to answer all your questions. Automobile Customer Service Bella International If you encounter a problem that your Mail Stop 500-2N-7A P.O.
  • Page 409: Warranty Coverages

    Emissions Control Systems Defects Accessory Limited Warranty Restrictions and exclusions apply to Warranty and Emissions Honda accessories are covered all these warranties. Please read the Performance Warranty these two under this warranty. Time and 2006 Honda Warranty Information warranties cover your vehicle’s...
  • Page 410: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Vehicles)

    Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Administration (NHTSA) in addition However, NHTSA cannot become Seventh Street, SW., Washington, to notifying American Honda Motor involved in individual problems DC 20590. Co., Inc. between you, your dealer, or You can also obtain other American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
  • Page 411: Authorized Manuals (U.s. Only)

    Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals (U.S. only) Valid only for sales within the United States. Canadian owners should contact their authorized Honda dealer. The publications shown below can be purchased from Helm Incorporated. You can order in any of three ways:...
  • Page 412 Authorized Manuals Service Manual: NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should This manual covers maintenance and recommended be sent. For purchases outside U.S.A. please write to the address shown procedures for repair to engine and chassis components.
  • Page 413: Index

    Index Audio System ........ . 203 Brakes Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 23 Anti-lock System (ABS) ... . 306 Accessories ........290 Automatic Lighting Off Feature . 128 Break-in, New Linings ....284 ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Automatic Speed Control .....
  • Page 414 Index Child Safety ........36 Coolant Booster Seats ....... 53 Adding ......... 337 Cancel Button ........ . 271 Child Seats ........43 Checking ........288 Capacities Chart ......392 Important Safety Reminders ..40 Proper Solution ......
  • Page 415 Index Dipstick Emergencies ........361 Oil, What Kind to Use ....334 Automatic Transmission ... 340 Battery, Jump Starting ....373 Overheating ....... . 375 Engine Oil ........287 Brake System Indicator ... . 379 Specifications ......
  • Page 416 Index Fluids Gasoline ......... . 284 Daytime Running Lights ..129 Automatic Transmission ... 340 Fuel Reserve Indicator ....68 High Beam Indicator ....69 Brake .......... . 341 Gauge ..........71 Reminder Chime ......
  • Page 417 Index Indicators ......... . 63 Individual Map Lights ....188 ABS (Anti-lock Brake) ..65, 306 Infant Restraint ....... . 41 Brake (Parking and Brake Infant Seats ........43 Label, Certification ......390 System) ......63, 379 LATCH Anchorage System ..
  • Page 418 Index Low Coolant Level ......288 Moving the Second Row Bucket Outside Mirrors ......171 Low Fuel Indicator ......68 Seat ..........158 Overheating, Engine ..... 375 Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 63, 377 Multi-Information Display .....
  • Page 419 Index Power Windows ......167 Rear Window Wiper and Rotation, Tire ........ . 354 Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts ..20 Washer ........126 Protecting Adults and Teens ..13 Reclining the Seat Backs ..154, 155 Additional Safety Precautions .
  • Page 420 Index Seat Heaters ........164 Side Airbags ....... 11, 30 With a Dead Battery ....373 Seats ..........152 Off Indicator ......33, 64 State Emissions Testing ....401 Adjustments ...... . 153, 155 Side Marker Lights, Bulb Steam Coming from Engine ..
  • Page 421 Index Taking Care of the Unexpected . 361 Rotating ........355 Unleaded Gasoline ......284 Technical Descriptions Snow ..........357 Upper Glove Box ......184 Emissions Control Systems ..398 Specifications ......393 Used Oil, How to Dispose of ..
  • Page 422 Index Wheels Adjusting the Steering ....131 Alignment and Balance .... . 355 Compact Spare ......365 Wrench ........367 Windows Auto Reverse ......167 Operating the Power ....167 Rear, Defogger ......130 Windshield Cleaning ........
  • Page 424: Service Information Summary

    35 psi (240 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm ) Recommended Engine Oil: Brake Fluid: EX-L and Canadian Touring API Premium grade 5W-20 Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid models: detergent oil (see page DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or Front: DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary 35 psi (240 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm )

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