Introduction .........................................................................................................................................

A Few Words About Safety.................................................................................................................

Important Handling Information.....................................................................................................

Your Vehicle at a Glance.....................................................................................................................

Driver and Passenger Safety ..............................................................................................................

Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.

Instruments and Controls.................................................................................................................

Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.

Features ............................................................................................................................................

How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.

Before Driving..................................................................................................................................

What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.

Driving ..............................................................................................................................................

The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.

Maintenance .....................................................................................................................................

The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.

Taking Care of the Unexpected ......................................................................................................

This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.

Technical Information.....................................................................................................................

ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.

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

A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us.

Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)......................................................................................................

How to order manuals and other technical literature.

Index......................................................................................................................................................

Service Information Summary

A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.

Navigation System

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Summary of Contents for Honda Ridgeline 2006

Page 1: Table Of Contents
2006 Ridgeline Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com. Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ............................A Few Words About Safety......................... Important Handling Information.....................
Page 2: Introduction
Event Data Recorders to your vehicle. Your Honda dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer any questions and concerns. This vehicle is equipped with one or...
Page 3: A Few Words About Safety
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 4: Important Handling Information
Important Handling Information Your vehicle has higher ground clearance than a passenger vehicle designed for use only on pavement. Higher ground clearance has many advantages for off-highway driving. It allows you to travel over bumps, obstacles, and rough terrain. It also provides good visibility so you can anticipate problems earlier. Your vehicle also has a shorter wheelbase, allowing it to respond quicker to the steering wheel than other sport utility vehicles with a longer wheelbase.
Page 5: Your Vehicle At A Glance
Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.57) DRIVER’S FRONT REAR VIEW MIRROR WITH FRONT PASSENGER’S AIRBAG (P.9, 23) COMPASS (P.166) AIRBAG (P.9, 23) GAUGES (P.67) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.131) PARKING BRAKE RELEASE HANDLE AUXILIARY INPUT (P.106) JACK (P.159) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.108) HEATING/COOLING (P.120)
Page 6 Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL SHIFT LEVER (P.193) MOONROOF SWITCH BRIGHTNESS (P.75) (P.105) VTM-4 LOCK (P.198) HORN SELECT BUTTON (P.67) MULTI-CONTROL LEVER (WINDSHIELD WIPERS/ WASHERS/TURN SIGNALS/ HEADLIGHT HIGH BEAMS) RESET BUTTON (P.67) (P.72) BED LIGHT SWITCH (P.117) HEADLIGHT CONTROL DIAL (P.73) HAZARD WARNING...
Page 7: Driver And Passenger Safety
Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Advice for Pregnant Women ..All Children Should Sit in a information about how to protect Additional Safety Precautions . Back Seat ......... yourself and your passengers. It Additional Information About Your The Passenger’s Front Airbag shows you how to use seat belts.
Page 8: Important Safety Precautions
Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety Be Aware of Airbag Hazards Control Your Speed recommendations throughout this While airbags can save lives, they Excessive speed is a major factor in section, and throughout this manual. can cause serious or fatal injuries to crash injuries and deaths.
Page 9 Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many (11) (10) features that work together to (10) protect you and your passengers during a crash. Some features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment;...
Page 10: Seat Belts
Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Seat Belts Why Wear Seat Belts Your vehicle is equipped with seat Seat belts are the single most belts in all seating positions. effective safety device for adults and Not wearing a seat belt properly larger children. (Infants and smaller increases the chance of serious The pickup bed is not equipped with children must be properly restrained...
Page 11: Airbags
Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Help keep you in a good position Airbags should the airbags ever deploy. A good position reduces the risk of injury from an inflating airbag and allows you to get the best advantage from the airbag. Of course, seat belts cannot completely protect you in every crash.
Page 12 Your Vehicle’s Safety Features The most important things you need What you should do: Always wear 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 13: Adjust The Front Seats
Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction Your vehicle has a door and Adjust the Front Seats The following pages provide tailgate open monitor on instructions on how to properly the instrument panel to indicate protect the driver, adult passengers, when a specific door or the tailgate is and teenage children who are large not tightly closed.
Page 14: 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 15: Adjust The Head Restraints
Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Head Restraints When a passenger is seated in the rear center seating position, make Reclining the seat-back too far sure the head restraint is adjusted to can result in serious injury or its highest position. death in a crash.
Page 16: 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 17: Protecting Adults And Teens
Protecting Adults and Teens If the seat belt touches or crosses Never place the shoulder portion of a your neck, or if it crosses your arm RELEASE lap/shoulder belt under your arm or BUTTONS instead of your shoulder, you need to This could cause behind your back.
Page 18: Maintain A Proper Sitting Position
Protecting Adults and Teens Maintain a Proper Sitting In addition, an occupant who is out of Advice for Pregnant Women Position position in the front seat can be After all occupants have adjusted seriously or fatally injured in a crash their seats and put on seat belts, it is by striking interior parts of the very important that they continue to...
Page 19: Additional Safety Precautions
Protecting Adults and Teens When driving, remember to sit Additional Safety Precautions Two people should never use the upright and adjust the seat as far If they do, they Never let passengers ride in the same seat belt. back as possible while allowing full could be very seriously injured in a area in front of a folded-up rear control of the vehicle.
Page 20 Protecting Adults and Teens Keep your hands and arms away If your from the airbag covers. hands or arms are close to an airbag cover, they could be injured if the airbag inflates. Do not attach or place objects on Objects on the front airbag covers.
Page 21: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components The seat belt system Lap/Shoulder Belt Your seat belt system includes lap/ includes an indicator on the The lap/shoulder belt goes over shoulder belts in all five seating instrument panel and a beeper to your shoulder, across your chest, positions.
Page 22: Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners
Additional Information About Your Seat Belts All seat belts have an emergency Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners If a side curtain airbag deploys locking retractor. In normal driving, during a side impact, the tensioner the retractor lets you move freely in on that side of the vehicle will also your seat while it keeps some deploy.
Page 23: Seat Belt Maintenance
For information on how to clean your should be replaced as soon as seat belts, see page possible. Honda provides a lifetime warranty on seat belts for U.S. models. See your Honda Warranty Information booklet for details.
Page 24: Additional Information About Your Airbags
Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components Automatic front seat belt A sophisticated electronic system Your airbag system includes: tensioners (see page that continually monitors and records information about the Two SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sensors that can detect a sensors, the control unit, the System) front airbags.
Page 25 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 front 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 26 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 27 To get the best protection from the Although Honda does not encourage side airbags, front seat occupants children to ride in front, this system should wear their seat belts and sit is designed to shut off the side upright and well back in their seats.
Page 28 Additional Information About Your Airbags If the side airbag off indicator comes How Your Side Curtain Airbags In a Rollover on (see page ), have the Work A rollover sensor monitors the passenger sit upright. Once the degree and rate your vehicle may roll SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG passenger is out of the airbag’s over and automatically deploy the...
Page 29 Additional Information About Your Airbags How the SRS Indicator Works If the indicator comes on at any The SRS indicator alerts other time, or does not come on at all, you to a potential problem you should have the system checked Ignoring the SRS indicator can with your airbags, sensors, or seat by your dealer.
Page 30: Airbag Service
Additional Information About Your Airbags How the Side Airbag Off Airbag Service The SRS indicator alerts you to a Indicator Works Your airbag systems are virtually Take your vehicle to an problem. maintenance free, and there are no authorized dealer as soon as U.S.
Page 31: Additional Safety Precautions
Additional Information About Your Airbags Additional Safety Precautions Do not cover or replace front seat- Do not attempt to deactivate your back covers without consulting Together, airbags and Improperly replacing airbags. your dealer. seat belts provide the best or covering front seat-back covers protection.
Page 32: All Children Must Be Restrained
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 33: 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 Poses 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 34: Protecting Children General Guidelines
Protecting Children General Guidelines To remind you of the passenger’s U.S. Models front airbag hazards, and that Sun Visor Dashboard children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S. models) and on the front visors. Please read and follow the instructions on these labels.
Page 35: 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 a back seat where Many parents say they prefer to put we strongly recommend that another children can be properly restrained.
Page 36: Additional Safety Precautions
Protecting Children General Guidelines Additional Safety Precautions Use childproof door locks to Lock all doors and the In-Bed Never hold an infant or child on prevent children from opening the Trunk when your vehicle is not in If you are not wearing a This can prevent children Children who play in vehicles your lap.
Page 37: Protecting Infants And Small Children
Protecting Infants and Small Children Protecting Infants Two types of seats may be used: a Rear-facing 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 back facing, reclining mode.
Page 38: Protecting Small Children
Protecting Infants and Small Children In either 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 seat, move the seat as far seat, not the front.
Page 39 Protecting Infants and Small Children, Selecting a Child Seat If it is necessary to put a forward- Selecting a Child Seat In seating positions and vehicles not facing child seat in the front, move When buying a child seat, you need equipped with LATCH, a LATCH- the vehicle seat as far to the rear as to choose either a conventional child...
Page 40 Selecting a Child Seat, Installing a Child Seat The child seat should fit the Installing a Child Seat movement can be expected and After selecting a proper child seat, should not reduce the child seat’s vehicle seating position (or and a good place to install the seat, effectiveness.
Page 41: With Latch
Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with BUTTON UPPER GUIDE LATCH Your vehicle is equipped with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) at each rear seating position. The lower anchors are located between the seat-back and seat bottom, and are to be used only with a child seat designed for use with LATCH...
Page 42: Installing A Child Seat
Installing a Child Seat Make sure the head restraint is in the lowest position. Lift the cover, then route the tether strap around the upper guide. Route the tether strap downward properly, making sure the strap is not twisted, then attach the strap hook to the center tether anchor.
Page 43 Installing a Child Seat UPPER GUIDE UPPER GUIDE Outer Position TETHER ANCHOR Center Position TETHER ANCHOR On the outer seating position Tighten the strap according to the Lift the head restraint (see page seat maker’s instructions. ), then route the tether strap over the seat-back and through Push and pull the child seat the head restraint legs.
Page 44: 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 45 Installing a Child Seat To deactivate the locking mechanism and remove a child seat, unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let the belt fully retract. 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 secure enough to...
Page 46 Installing a Child Seat When using the tether anchor, Installing a Child Seat with a Using an Outer Tether Anchor Tether always hook the tether strap through the upper guide to route it properly. UPPER GUIDE COVER CENTER TETHER Since a tether can provide additional ANCHOR security to the lap/shoulder belt installation, we recommend using a...
Page 47 Installing a Child Seat Route the tether strap downward Using the Center Tether Anchor UPPER GUIDE properly, making sure the strap is Make sure to attach the tether strap not twisted. hook to the anchor before installing the child seat, because the tether Attach the tether strap hook to the anchor is positioned behind the child outer tether anchor on the outside...
Page 48 Installing a Child Seat Properly secure the child seat (see UPPER GUIDE page ), then tighten the tether strap according to the seat maker s instructions. Whenever using the tether strap, make sure to route the strap through the upper guide before attaching the tether strap hook to the tether anchor.
Page 49: 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 50: Using A Booster Seat
Protecting Larger Children Booster seats can be high-back or Does the shoulder belt cross Using a Booster Seat between the child’s neck and arm? low-back. Whichever style you select, make sure the booster seat meets Is the lap part of the belt as low as federal safety standards (see page possible, touching the child’s ) and that you follow the booster...
Page 51: 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 front, Administration and Transport there are other important factors you...
Page 52: Additional Safety Precautions
Protecting Larger Children Additional Safety Precautions Do not put any accessories on a Devices intended to Do not let a child wear a seat belt seat belt. This could result improve a child’s comfort or across the neck. in serious neck injuries during a reposition the shoulder part of a crash.
Page 53: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle’s exhaust contains With a truck cap installed and the carbon monoxide gas. You should back window open, engine exhaust have no problem with carbon Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. may enter the vehicle and cause a monoxide entering the vehicle in Breathing it can cause hazardous condition.
Page 54: Safety Labels
Safety Labels These labels are in the locations DASHBOARD SUN VISOR U.S. models 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.
Page 55 Safety Labels HOOD DOORJAMBS U.S. models Canadian models U.S. models Canadian models PICKUP BED U.S. models Canadian models...
Page 56: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls This section gives information about Control Locations ......Interior Convenience Items ..the controls and displays that Instrument Panel ......Center Console ......contribute to the daily operation of Instrument Panel Indicators ..Console Compartments ..your vehicle. All the essential Gauges ..........
Page 57: Control Locations
Control Locations REAR VIEW MIRROR WITH INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.57) AUDIO SYSTEM COMPASS (P.166) GAUGES (P.67) (P.131) AUXILIARY INPUT PARKING BRAKE (P.159) JACK RELEASE HANDLE (P.106) HEATING/COOLING (P.120) CONTROLS CLIMATE CONTROL MIRROR CONTROLS (P.126) SYSTEM (P.108) GLOVE BOX POWER DOOR LOCK (P.112) MASTER SWITCH (P.80)
Page 58: Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel U.S. models VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P.64) VEHICLE STABILITY MAINTENANCE MINDER ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.64) VTM-4 INDICATOR (P.63) INDICATOR SIDE AIRBAG OFF (P.64) INDICATOR (P.59) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.62) LOW TIRE PRESSURE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.65) A/T TEMPERATURE INDICATOR (P.63) INDICATOR (P.60)
Page 59 Instrument Panel Canadian models VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P.64) VEHICLE STABILITY MAINTENANCE MINDER ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.64) VTM-4 INDICATOR (P.63) INDICATOR SIDE AIRBAG OFF (P.64) INDICATOR (P.59) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.62) LOW TIRE PRESSURE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.65) A/T TEMPERATURE INDICATOR (P.63) INDICATOR (P.60)
Page 60: Instrument Panel Indicators
Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many Malfunction Indicator Supplemental Restraint indicators to give you important Lamp System Indicator information about your vehicle. See page This indicator comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to ON Seat Belt Reminder Low Oil Pressure (II).
Page 61 Instrument Panel Indicators Anti-lock Brake System Immobilizer System U.S. Canada (ABS) Indicator Indicator This indicator normally comes on for This indicator comes on for a few a few seconds when you turn the Parking Brake and Brake System seconds when you turn the ignition Indicator ignition switch to ON (II), and when switch to ON (II).
Page 62 Instrument Panel Indicators Turn Signal and Door and Tailgate Open Monitor If the tailgate is swung open or is not Hazard Warning closed tightly, you will hear six beeps Indicators and see the indicator blinking when you turn the ignition switch to the The left or right turn signal indicator ON (II) position.
Page 63 Instrument Panel Indicators ‘‘Daytime Running High Beam Indicator Low Fuel Indicator Lights’’ Indicator This indicator comes on with the Canadian models only This indicator comes on when you high beam headlights. For more turn the ignition switch to ON (II) information, see page with the headlight switch off and the parking brake set.
Page 64 Instrument Panel Indicators Lights On Indicator A/T Temperature VTM-4 Indicator Indicator This indicator reminds you that the This indicator monitors the This indicator normally comes on for exterior lights are on. It comes on temperature of the automatic a few seconds when you turn the transmission fluid.
Page 65 Instrument Panel Indicators Vehicle Stability Assist VSA Activation Indicator Maintenance Minder (VSA) System Indicator Indicator This indicator normally comes on for This indicator has three functions: This indicator reminds you that it is a few seconds when you turn the time to take your vehicle in for ignition switch to ON (II).
Page 66 Instrument Panel Indicators Low Tire Pressure Tire Pressure Monitor Tire Pressure Monitoring Indicator System (TPMS) Indicator This indicator normally comes on for This indicator normally comes on for This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the a few seconds when you turn the a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
Page 67 Instrument Panel Indicators Bed Lights On Indicator In-Bed Trunk Open Back Window Open Indicator Indicator This indicator reminds you that the This indicator reminds you that the This indicator reminds you that the bed lights are on. With the shift lever In-Bed Trunk is open.
Page 68 Gauges To switch the information display between the odometer, trip meter FUEL GAUGE and outside temperature (if TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER TEMPERATURE GAUGE equipped), and engine oil life and maintenance service items, press the SELECT ODOMETER/ SELECT button repeatedly. BUTTON CHECK FUEL CAP INDICATOR Odometer This shows the total distance your...
Page 69 Gauges Trip Meter To reset a trip meter, display it, and Fuel Gauge This meter shows the number of then press and hold the RESET This shows how much fuel you have. miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) button until the number resets to It may show slightly more or less driven since you last reset it.
Page 70 Gauges Temperature Gauge Outside Temperature Indicator NOTE: The temperature must be This shows the temperature of the If equipped stabilized before doing this engine’s coolant. During normal This indicator displays the outside procedure. operation, the pointer should rise temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S. from the bottom white mark to about models) or Centigrade (Canadian To adjust the outside temperature...
Page 71 Gauges Check Fuel Cap Indicator If the system still detects a loose or Maintenance Minder Display If your fuel fill cap is loose or missing fuel fill cap, the malfunction The information display in the missing, a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ indicator lamp (MIL) comes on.
Page 72: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
Controls Near the Steering Wheel INSTRUMENT PANEL MOONROOF SWITCH SHIFT LEVER VTM-4 LOCK (P.198) BRIGHTNESS (P.75) (P.193) (P.105) SELECT BUTTON (P.67) MULTI-CONTROL LEVER (WINDSHIELD WIPERS/ RESET BUTTON (P.67) WASHERS/TURN SIGNALS/ HEADLIGHT HIGH BEAMS) (P.72) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON BED LIGHT SWITCH (P.76) (P.117) HEADLIGHT CONTROL...
Page 73 Multi-Control Lever The multi-control lever has many The wipers run at low speed. functions, including windshield wipers and washers, turn signals, The wipers run at high speed. headlight high beams, and headlight high beam flashing. MIST: The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever.
Page 74 Multi-Control Lever, Headlights Turn Signal Push down on the Headlight Control Dial Automatic Heated Wiper Zone Your vehicle has heating wires at the multi-control lever to signal a left bottom of the windshield to help turn and up to signal a right turn. To heat the wiper blades and the signal a lane change, push lightly on the lever and hold it.
Page 75 Headlights If you remove the key from the Headlights Turning the dial to Automatic Lighting Off Feature the ‘‘ ’’ position turns on the This feature turns off the headlights, ignition switch with the headlight parking lights, taillights, instrument parking lights, taillights, and license control dial on, but do not open the panel lights, and license plate lights.
Page 76 Headlights, Instrument Panel Brightness Daytime Running Lights Instrument Panel Brightness brightness when you turn the Canadian models only ignition switch to ON (II). With the headlight control dial off, the high beam headlights and the If you do not insert the key in the ignition switch after opening the high beam indicator come on with driver’s door, the illumination turns...
Page 77: Steering Wheel Adjustments
Hazard Warning Button, Steering Wheel Adjustment Hazard Warning Button Steering Wheel Adjustment Make any steering wheel adjustment before you start driving. Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose control of the vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash.
Page 78 TRANSMITTER have to get a lost key replaced. Use work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged. only Honda-approved key blanks. Protect the keys from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity. Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.
Page 79: 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 80: 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, the shift lever must returns to ON (II) when you let go of be in Park, and you must push the the key.
Page 81: Door Locks
Door Locks Power Door Locks The lock tab on each door locks and To lock any passenger’s door when unlocks that door. Pulling up on the getting out of the vehicle, push the driver’s door lock tab only unlocks lock tab down, and close the door. LOCK TAB the driver’s door.
Page 82 Door Locks Childproof Door Locks Auto Door Locking/Unlocking To activate either auto door lock Your vehicle has two custom door mode: lock settings: auto door locking and Locks all doors when the shift lever is auto door unlocking. Make all moved out of Park (P).
Page 83 Door Locks Push and hold the front of the Locks all doors when the vehicle’s speed Push and hold the brake pedal, master door lock switch on the reaches about 9 mph (15 km/h). then move the shift lever out of driver’s door.
Page 84 Door Locks Push and hold the front of the Auto Door Unlocking To turn the auto door lock modes master door lock switch on the The auto door unlocking feature has off: driver s door. You will hear a five possible settings: clicking sound after about 5 seconds.
Page 85 Door Locks Push and hold the rear of the Unlocks driver’s door or all doors To activate auto door unlock master door lock switch on the when the ignitionswitch is out of the mode: driver s door. You will hear a Unlocks driver’s door or all doors when ON (II) position.
Page 86 Door Locks 5. Push and hold the rear of the Push and hold the rear of the To turn the auto door unlock modes master door lock switch on the master door lock switch on the off: driver s door. You will hear a driver s door.
Page 87: Horn
Remote Transmitter Press this button once UNLOCK If you do not open any door within 30 LOCK to unlock the driver’s door. Push it seconds, the doors automatically BUTTON twice to unlock the other doors and relock, and the security system sets the In-Bed Trunk.
Page 88: Remote Transmitter
Remote Transmitter Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Transmitter Avoid dropping or throwing the Battery transmitter. Protect the transmitter from extreme temperature. BATTERY Do not immerse the transmitter in any liquid. If you lose a transmitter, the replacement needs to be reprogrammed by your dealer.
Page 89 Remote Transmitter Remove the old battery from the As required by the FCC: back of the inner cover, and insert This device complies with Part 15 of the a new battery into the back of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the cover with the side facing down.
Page 90: Before Driving
Dual-Action Tailgate You can open the tailgate two Before you open the tailgate a To Drop Open the Tailgate different ways: different way (dropped open, and then swung open), make sure it is UPPER HANDLE Drop it open by using the upper fully closed.
Page 91 Dual-Action Tailgate The dropped open tailgate can be To Swing Open the Tailgate used as an extended pickup bed. Make sure to secure the items in the Do not drive with the tailgate swung pickup bed, and do not exceed the open.
Page 92 Dual-Action Tailgate Do not allow anyone to hang on the If you do not fasten the seat belt, you Tailgate Open Indicator swung open tailgate. This could first hear the seat belt reminder damage the tailgate. This indicator is in the door and alarm, then the tailgate reminder tailgate open monitor on the beeper sounds.
Page 93 In-Bed Trunk If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead, the release button on the In-Bed Trunk lid is disabled. To open the In-Bed Trunk, use the master key. The bed lights come on when you open the In-Bed Trunk. You can also turn the bed lights on or off by pushing the bed light switch on the RELEASE...
Page 94 In-Bed Trunk To avoid damaging the key and key To avoid damaging the seal on the Emergency Opener cylinder of the In-Bed Trunk lid, do In-Bed Trunk lid, remove any debris not close the tailgate when the key is from the lid’s mating surface before in the lid.
Page 95 In-Bed Trunk In-Bed Trunk Main Switch Washing the In-Bed Trunk Cargo Hooks MAIN SWITCH CARGO HOOKS DRAIN PLUG To protect items in the In-Bed Trunk, You can wash the inside of the There are two cargo hooks for you can disable its release button by In-Bed Trunk with a water and mild plastic grocery bags at the back of turning off the main switch in the...
Page 96 Seats All models except the RT and the Manual Seat Adjustments Canadian LX have a power See pages for important safety adjustable driver’s seat. The RT/LX information and warnings about how to model has manual driver’s seat properly position the seats and seat- adjustments (see the next column).
Page 97 Seats Make sure to pull the lever upward Driver’s Seat Manual Height Driver’s Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment or downward to its full range. Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. On RTS model Vary the lumbar support by moving the lever on the right side of the On RT and Canadian LX models seat-back.
Page 98 Seats Power Seat Adjustments Adjusts the seat-back On all models except RT and angle forward or Canadian LX backward. See pages for important safety information and warnings about how to Increases or decreases properly position the seats and seat- the lumbar support. backs.
Page 99 Seats Armrests FRONT REAR To use the console lid as an armrest, The rear seat armrest is in the slide it to the desired position. center of the rear seats. Pivot it down to use it. Make sure your passenger’s hands or fingers are away from the armrest before moving it.
Page 100 Seats Head Restraints Rear Center Position 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 101 Seats Folding the Rear Seats LEGS The left and right rear seat cushions can be lifted up separately to make room for cargo. Remove any items from the seat before you fold up the seat cushion. FLOOR GUIDE To fold a rear seat cushion, pull up To return the seat cushion to its the lever on the outside of the original position, pull the lever...
Page 102 Seats, Seat Heaters Make sure all items in the cargo area Seat Heaters In HI, the heater turns off when the are secured. Loose items can fly seat gets warm, and turns back on SEAT HEATER SWITCHES forward and cause injury if you have after the seat temperature drops.
Page 103: Power Windows
Power Windows The windows operate for up to 10 AUTO To open or close the DRIVER’S WINDOW MAIN SWITCH minutes after you turn off the driver’s window, push or pull the SWITCH ignition switch. Opening either front window switch firmly down or up to door cancels this function.
Page 104 Power Windows AUTO REVERSE If the driver’s If the driver’s window fuse is Back Window window senses any obstacle while it removed, the AUTO function may be Your vehicle has a power back is closing automatically, it will disabled. The power window system window.
Page 105 Power Windows If you remove the ignition key and Opening the Side Windows with open the driver’s door without the Remote Transmitter UNLOCK BUTTON closing the back window, you hear You can open all of the side windows five beeps and see the indicator blink. from the outside with the remote If you do not close the back window transmitter.
Page 106 Power Windows, Moonroof Turn the key clockwise again, and To close the windows further, turn Moonroof hold it. All four side windows start and hold the key again (within to open. To stop the windows, 10 seconds). release the key. NOTE: If the windows stop before To open the windows further, turn the desired position, repeat steps 2...
Page 107 Moonroof, Parking Brake To tilt up the back of the moonroof, You can open and close the Parking Brake press and hold the center part of the moonroof for up to 10 minutes after switch ( ). To close the you turn off the ignition switch.
Page 108 Parking Brake, Mirrors Mirrors If equipped The rear view mirror has a compass function to indicate the vehicle’s Driving the vehicle with the parking direction. brake applied can damage the rear Refer to Compass on page brakes and axles. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is driven with the parking brake on.
Page 109 Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors When you finish, move the Heated Mirrors selector switch to the center (off) HEATED MIRROR BUTTON ADJUSTMENT SWITCH position. This turns the adjustment switch off to keep your settings. SELECTOR SWITCH Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If equipped The outside mirrors are heated to Move the selector switch to L...
Page 110: Interior Convenience Items
Interior Convenience Items VANITY MIRROR SUN VISOR CENTER CONSOLE CONSOLE COMPARTMENT SUNGLASSES BEVERAGE HOLDER COAT HOOK HOLDER ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET CENTER UPPER POCKET GLOVE BOX ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS CENTER POCKET CENTER LOWER POCKET BEVERAGE HOLDERS : On vehicle without navigation system...
Page 111 Interior Convenience Items Center Console Console Compartments The center console main compartment is under the tray and the beverage holder. You can access the main compartment in two ways (front or rear). To open the rear of the compartment, Your vehicle has a multi-function push the button at the end of the center console.
Page 112 Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holders Cargo Hooks The center console has two beverage holders on the front. Your vehicle also has beverage holders in the rear seat armrest and the rear door panels. Be careful when you are using the beverage holders.
Page 113 Interior Convenience Items Glove Box Coat Hooks Sunglasses Holder Open the glove box by pulling the SUNGLASSES HOLDER handle. Close it with a firm push. Lock or unlock the glove box with the master key. The glove box light comes on when the parking lights are on.
Page 114 Interior Convenience Items Accessory Power Sockets None of the sockets will power an automotive type cigarette lighter FRONT REAR element. When more than one socket is being used, the combined power rating of the accessories should be 120 watts or less (10 amps).
Page 115 Interior Convenience Items Sun Visor Vanity Mirror Passenger’s side only SUN VISOR To use the sun visor, pull it down. When using the sun visor for the side window, remove the support rod Pull up the vanity mirror cover to use from the clip, and swing it out.
Page 116: Interior Lights
Interior Lights Interior Light Control Switch When the switch is in the door position: When the switch is in the OFF position: DOOR POSITION The individual map lights and the None of the lights come on when a rear console light come on when door is opened.
Page 117 Interior Lights Individual Map Lights Individual Interior Lights Courtesy Light Turn on a front individual map light The courtesy light in each door by pushing the lens. Push the lens comes on when you open that door. again to turn it off. With the interior The light around the ignition switch light control switch in the door only comes on when you open the...
Page 118: Bed Lights
Bed Lights If you turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) without turning off the bed lights, the lights and the indicator will remain on, then go off after 20 minutes (see page BED LIGHT SWITCH Your vehicle has bed lights in the To turn off the lights, push the light pickup bed: a light on each front switch again, or close the tailgate...
Page 119: Features
Features The heating and air conditioning Vents, Heating, and A/C ..... system in your vehicle provides a Using the A/C ......comfortable driving environment in Using Automatic Climate all weather conditions. Control ........Rear Ventilation ......The standard audio system has Dual Temperature Control ..
Page 120 Vents, Heating, and A/C RT and Canadian FAN CONTROL DIAL MAX A/C BUTTON LX models AIR CONDITIONING TEMPERATURE MODE BUTTONS BUTTON CONTROL DIAL RECIRCULATION WINDSHIELD DEFROST MODE BUTTONS BUTTON BUTTON RTS, RTL, and PASSENGER’S SIDE FAN CONTROL BUTTONS AIR CONDITIONING Canadian EXL models TEMPERATURE BUTTON...
Page 121 Vents, Heating, and A/C On RTS, RTL, and Canadian EXL Temperature Control Dual Button models, see pages On RT and Canadian LX models On RTS, RTL, and Canadian EXL information on automatic climate Turning this dial clockwise increases models control and semi-automatic operation. the temperature of the airflow.
Page 122 Vents, Heating, and A/C Air Conditioning (A/C) Button Recirculation Button Mode Control Press the A/C button to turn the air When the recirculation indicator is Use the mode control buttons to conditioning on and off. You will see on, air from the vehicle’s interior is select the vents air flows from.
Page 123 Vents, Heating, and A/C Airflow is divided between MAX A/C Button Ventilation the floor vents and the defroster On RT and Canadian LX models The flow-through ventilation system vents at the base of the windshield. The system automatically draws in outside air, circulates it turns on the A/C and switches to through the interior, then exhausts it Press the...
Page 124 Vents, Heating, and A/C Using the Heater Using the A/C If the interior is very warm, you can The heater uses engine coolant to Air conditioning places an extra load cool it down more rapidly by partially warm the air. If the engine is cold, it on the engine.
Page 125 Vents, Heating, and A/C Dehumidify the Interior To Defog and Defrost Automatic Heated Wiper Zone Air conditioning, as it cools, removes To remove fog from the inside of the Your vehicle has heating wires at the moisture from the air. When used in windows: bottom of the windshield to help combination with the heater, it...
Page 126 Vents, Heating, and A/C To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice Using Automatic Climate Control The system automatically selects the From the Windows On RTS, RTL, and Canadian EXL proper mix of conditioned and/or Select . The system heated air that will, as quickly as models automatically switches to fresh air possible, raise or lower the interior...
Page 127 Vents, Heating, and A/C Semi-automatic Operation To Turn Everything Off Rear Ventilation On RTS, RTL, and Canadian EXL On RT and Canadian LX models models Turning the fan speed control dial all DIAL You can manually select various the way to the left shuts the system functions of the climate control off.
Page 128: Dual Temperature Control
Dual Temperature Control On RTS, RTL, and Canadian EXL models Your vehicle has two temperature control dials, one for the driver, and one for the front passenger. DRIVER’S SIDE DRIVER’S SIDE PASSENGER’S SIDE TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE The driver’s side and passenger’s CONTROL DIAL DISPLAY CONTROL DIAL...
Page 129 Dual Temperature Control To set the driver’s side temperature differently than the passenger’s, press the DUAL button, then turn DRIVER’S SIDE PASSENGER’S SIDE the driver’s control dial. To set the passenger’s side differently than the driver’s, turn the passenger’s control dial.
Page 130: Climate Control Sensors
Climate Control Sensors Sunlight and Temperature Sensors On RTS, RTL, and Canadian EXL models SUNLIGHT SENSOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR The climate control system has two sensors. A sunlight sensor is in the top of the dashboard, and a temperature sensor is under the steering column.
Page 131: Playing The Am/Fm Radio
Playing the AM/FM Radio U.S. RT model U.S. RTS model AUTO SELECT BUTTON SOUND BUTTON SOUND BUTTON POWER BUTTON POWER BUTTON VOLUME STEREO INDICATOR VOLUME STEREO INDICATOR KNOB KNOB AM/FM AM/FM BUTTON BUTTON AUTO SELECT SCAN SCAN BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON TUNE BAR SEEK/SKIP BAR TUNE BAR...
Page 132 Playing the AM/FM Radio Canadian EXL model without navigation system Canadian LX model AUTO SELECT BUTTON SOUND BUTTON SOUND BUTTON POWER BUTTON POWER BUTTON VOLUME STEREO INDICATOR VOLUME STEREO INDICATOR KNOB KNOB BUTTON FM BUTTON AM BUTTON BUTTON AUTO SELECT SCAN SCAN BUTTON...
Page 133 Playing the AM/FM Radio U.S. RTL model without navigation system U.S. RTL model with navigation system POWER BUTTON STEREO INDICATOR VOLUME KNOB SOUND BUTTON AUTO SELECT BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON POWER BUTTON VOLUME STEREO INDICATOR KNOB SCAN BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BAR SOUND BUTTON PRESET BARS TUNE BAR Canadian EXL model with navigation system...
Page 134 Playing the AM/FM Radio To Play the AM/FM Radio To Select a Station a station with a strong signal. When The ignition switch must be in the You can use any of five methods to it finds one, it will stop and play that ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
Page 135 Playing the AM/FM Radio AUTO SELECT If you are If you do not like the stations auto Each mode is shown in the display as traveling far from home and can no select has stored, you can store it changes. Turn the VOLUME knob longer receive your preset stations, other frequencies on the preset bars to adjust the setting to your liking.
Page 136 Playing the AM/FM Radio Operating the Radio on the While you are listening to the radio, Adjusting the Sound Navigation System Screen you can change to another band by pressing the AUDIO button next to AUDIO BUTTON the navigation system screen, and then touching the desired band icon (FM1, FM2, or AM).
Page 137 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 dial to adjust the from each speaker. Left/Right illumination of the audio system (see page ).
Page 138: 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, atmospheric conditions, and even...
Page 139 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 140 Playing the XM Satellite Radio U.S. RTL model with navigation system U.S. RTL model without navigation system XM RADIO BUTTON POWER BUTTON VOLUME DISPLAY/MODE BUTTON POWER BUTTON XM RADIO BUTTON KNOB VOLUME DISPLAY/MODE BUTTON KNOB SCAN BUTTON PRESET BARS TUNE BAR SCAN BUTTON CATEGORY BAR PRESET BARS...
Page 141 Playing the XM Satellite Radio the ‘‘XM’’ button. Adjust the volume U.S. RTL model only Your audio system is capable of by turning the volume knob. The last receiving XM Satellite Radio channel you listened to will show in anywhere in the United States, the display.
Page 142 Playing the XM Satellite Radio Press the TUNE bar to TUNE Preset You can store up to 12 Pick a preset number (icon) you change channel selections. Press preset channels using each side of want for that channel. Press and for higher numbered channels the preset bar or preset icons on the hold the bar (icon) until you hear a...
Page 143 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 ‘‘OFF AIR’’ The channel with an currently selected is unobstructed view...
Page 144 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 145 Playing the XM Satellite Radio Depending on where you drive, you bar until ‘‘0’’ appears in the display. As required by the FCC: may experience reception problems. Changes or modifications not expressly Your I.D. will appear in the display. Interference can be caused by any of approved by the party responsible for these conditions: compliance could void the user’s...
Page 146 Playing a CD, CD Changer U.S. RTS model U.S. RT model LOAD BUTTON LOAD INDICATOR CD SLOT EJECT BUTTON CD BUTTON CD SLOT EJECT BUTTON CD BUTTON AM/FM AM/FM BUTTON BUTTON SCAN SCAN RANDOM RANDOM BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BAR PRESET BARS PRESET BARS SEEK/SKIP BAR...
Page 147 Playing a CD, CD Changer Canadian LX model Canadian EXL model without navigation system AM BUTTON LOAD BUTTON LOAD INDICATOR EJECT BUTTON FM BUTTON CD SLOT AM BUTTON CD SLOT EJECT BUTTON CD BUTTON CD BUTTON BUTTON SCAN SCAN RANDOM RANDOM BUTTON BUTTON...
Page 148 Playing a CD, CD Changer U.S. RTL model with navigation system U.S. RTL model without navigation system AM/FM BUTTON LOAD INDICATOR CD BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON LOAD BUTTON CD SLOT CD BUTTON EJECT BUTTON SCAN BUTTON PRESET BARS SEEK/SKIP BAR REPEAT BUTTON Canadian EXL model with navigation system AM/FM BUTTON...
Page 149 Playing a CD, CD Changer CD Player To Change Tracks SCAN The SCAN function RT and Canadian LX models Push the side of the SEEK/ samples all the tracks on the With the ignition in the SKIP bar to play the next track on selected disc in the order they are ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position, the disc.
Page 150 Playing a CD, CD Changer To Stop Playing a CD Operating the Optional CD To select the CD changer, press the Press the eject button ( ) to Changer AUX button. The disc and track remove the CD. If you eject the CD, numbers will be displayed.
Page 151 Playing a CD, CD Changer Operating the CD Changer Be careful not to injure your fingers Loading CDs in the In-dash CD On RTS, RTL, and Canadian EXL when opening or closing the Changer models navigation system screen. On vehicles with navigation system Your audio system has an in-dash CD changer that holds up to six CDs, OPEN BUTTON...
Page 152 Playing a CD, CD Changer The indicators above the disc Repeat this until all six positions On vehicles without navigation system buttons of the empty positions will are loaded. The system will then Press and hold the LOAD button blink, and the green load indicator begin playing the first CD loaded.
Page 153 Playing a CD, CD Changer Insert a CD into the CD slot. If you are not loading CDs into all six To select a different disc, press the Insert it only about halfway; the positions, press the LOAD button appropriate side of a preset bar drive will pull it in the rest of the again after the last CD has loaded.
Page 154 Playing a CD, CD Changer To Change or Select Tracks Track Scan Disc Scan Each time you press and release the When you press the SCAN button or On vehicles with navigation system side of the TUNE bar, the touch the TRACK SCAN icon on the When you press the SCAN button, or system skips forward to the screen, the first track of the current...
Page 155 Playing a CD, CD Changer Track Repeat Random Play within a Disc On vehicles with navigation system When you press and release the RPT When you press the RDM button or Operation of DISC SCAN and DISC button or touch the TRACK touch the TRACK RANDOM icon on REPEAT on the screen is possible REPEAT icon on the screen, the...
Page 156 Playing a CD, CD Changer To Stop Playing a Disc Removing CDs from the In-dash When you press the eject button To take the system out of CD mode, CD Changer while listening to the radio, or with press the AM/FM button (AM or To remove the disc that is currently the audio system turned off, the disc FM button) or XM button (U.S.
Page 157: Protecting Your Cds
Protecting Your CDs General Information Protecting CDs When using CD-R or CD-RW discs, When a CD is not being played, store use only high quality CDs labeled it in its case to protect it from dust for audio use. and other contamination. To prevent warpage, keep CDs out of direct sunlight and extreme heat.
Page 158 CD Player/Changer Error Messages If you see an error message in the Message Cause Solution display while playing a CD, find the 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 159 Remote Audio Controls, Playing an Optional Audio Unit The MODE button changes the Auxiliary Input Jack VOL BUTTON MODE BUTTON mode. Pressing the button repeatedly selects FM1, FM2, AM, AUXILIARY INPUT JACK XM Radio (U.S. models), CD (if a disc is loaded) or a tape (if the optional tape player is installed and a tape is loaded).
Page 160: Radio Theft Protection
Radio Theft Protection Your vehicle’s audio system will If your vehicle’s battery is disable itself if it is disconnected disconnected or goes dead, or the from electrical power for any reason. radio fuse is removed, the audio To make it work again, you must system will disable itself.
Page 161: Setting The Clock
Setting the Clock RT and Canadian RTS, RTL, and LX models Canadian EXL models CLOCK SET CLOCK SET BUTTON BUTTON PRESET BARS PRESET BARS U.S. models are shown. On vehicles without Navigation System Press the clock set button again to For example: 1:06 will reset to 1:00 If your vehicle’s battery is...
Page 162: Security System
Security System If equipped The security system will not set if SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR The security system helps to protect the hood, In-Bed Trunk, or any door your vehicle and valuables from theft. is not fully closed. If the system will The horn sounds and a combination not set, check the door and tailgate of headlights, parking lights, license...
Page 163: Cruise Control
Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain Using the Cruise Control a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the RES/ACCEL BUTTON accelerator pedal. It should be used for cruising on straight, open highways. It is not recommended for city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather.
Page 164 Cruise Control You can decrease the set cruising Cruise control may not hold the set Changing the Set Speed speed when you are going up and You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways: down hills. If your speed increases speed in any of these ways: If you need to decrease your going down a hill, use the brakes to...
Page 165 Cruise Control Even with cruise control turned on, Cancelling Cruise Control Resuming the Set Speed you can still use the accelerator You can cancel cruise control in any When you push the CANCEL button pedal to speed up for passing. After of these ways: or tap on the brake pedal, the system completing the pass, take your foot...
Page 166 Compass Compass Function The compass can be affected by REAR VIEW MIRROR If equipped driving near power lines or stations, Your vehicle has a compass in the across bridges, through tunnels, rear view mirror. The compass over railroad crossings, past large indicates the vehicle direction with vehicles, or driving near large illuminated letters;...
Page 167 Compass Compass Calibration Drive the vehicle slowly in circles Press and hold the compass The compass may need to be at less than 5 mph (8 km/h) until button for about 3 seconds. When manually calibrated after exposure to the center icon turns blue. This all of the direction icons begins to a strong magnetic field.
Page 168 Compass Zone Map Compass Display for Each Zone...
Page 169: Homelink Universal Transceiver
HomeLink Universal Transceiver that causes the motor to stop and Training HomeLink If equipped The HomeLink universal reverse if an obstacle is detected If you just Before you begin 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 170 HomeLink Universal Transceiver If the button works, If the red indicator in HomeLink continues to flash slowly (does programming is complete. not flash rapidly), your remote If the button does not work, go to step 6. transmitter may stop transmitting after a short time. Go to step 4.
Page 171 HomeLink Universal Transceiver Training With a Rolling Code Press and hold the button on TRAINING BUTTON System HomeLink for 3 to 4 seconds. For security purposes, newer garage door opening systems use a ‘‘rolling’’ Press and hold the HomeLink or variable code. Information from button again for 3 to 4 seconds.
Page 172 HomeLink Universal Transceiver Erasing Codes If a standard transmitter was As required by the FCC: To erase the codes stored in all three programmed, the indicator will This device complies with Part 15 of the buttons, press and hold the two stay on for about 25 seconds.
Page 173: Before Driving
Before Driving Before you begin driving your Break-in Period ......vehicle, you should know what Fuel Recommendation ....gasoline to use and how to check the Service Station Procedures ..levels of important fluids. You also Refueling ........need to know how to properly store Opening and Closing the luggage or packages.
Page 174 Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation your authorized dealer for service. Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation 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 175 Service Station Procedures Refueling Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. You may hear a hissing sound as Gasoline is highly flammable pressure inside the tank escapes. and explosive. You can be The fuel fill cap is attached to the Pull burned or seriously injured fuel filler with a tether.
Page 176 Service Station Procedures Screw the fuel fill cap back on Filling a Portable Fuel Container until it clicks at least once. If you Whenever filling a fuel container, do not properly tighten the cap, use an approved fuel container, and Do not fill a portable fuel the malfunction indicator lamp may place it on the ground.
Page 177 Service Station Procedures Opening and Closing the Hood HOOD RELEASE HANDLE SUPPORT ROD LATCH Park the vehicle, and set the Put your fingers under the front Pull the support rod out of its clip, parking brake. Pull the hood edge of the hood. The hood latch and insert the end into either of release handle located under the handle is above the ‘‘H’’...
Page 178 Service Station Procedures Oil Check Engine Coolant Check DIPSTICK RESERVE TANK UPPER MARK LOWER MARK Wait a few minutes after turning the Remove the dipstick again, and Look at the coolant level in the engine off before you check the oil. check the level.
Page 179: 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 displayed in the fuel. Use cruise control when information display.
Page 180: Accessories And Modifications
Before installing any accessory: Accessories or killed. Your dealer has Honda accessories that allow you to personalize your Make sure the accessory does not Follow all instructions in this vehicle. These accessories have obscure any lights, or interfere owner’s manual regarding...
Page 181 In these areas, Lowering the vehicle with a non- systems ineffective. accessories may interfere with Honda suspension kit that proper operation of the side significantly reduces ground If you plan to modify your vehicle, curtain airbags.
Page 182: Carrying Cargo
Carrying Cargo The pickup bed on your vehicle GLOVE BOX allows you to carry heavy and large DOOR POCKETS cargo. You can also store items in the In-Bed Trunk and on a roof-rack IN-BED TRUNK DASHBOARD (if equipped). POCKETS Your vehicle also has these convenient storage areas inside: Glove box Front door and seat-back pockets...
Page 183 Carrying Cargo Load Limit (Payload) To determine the correct cargo and luggage load capacity is 780 lbs. The maximum load for your vehicle luggage load limit: [1,530 750 (5 150) = 780 lbs.] Locate the statement, ‘‘the On vehicles without moonroof or combined weight of occupants and Determine the combined weight cargo should never exceed 1,530...
Page 184 Carrying Cargo Carrying Items in the Passenger Distribute cargo evenly on the Carrying Cargo in the In-Bed Compartment floor of the cargo area with the Trunk or on a Roof Rack Store or secure all items that could rear seats folded up, placing the Distribute cargo evenly on the be thrown around and hurt heaviest items on the bottom and...
Page 185 Carrying Cargo Carrying Cargo in the Pickup Bed When loading cargo, make sure all If you stack items higher than the Your vehicle can carry a large passengers or any objects are bed sides, tailgate, or back window, amount of cargo in the pickup bed. clear of the tailgate before secure them with a net or cover.
Page 186 Carrying Cargo You can also support motorcycles on Tie Down Cleats the pickup bed floor with the cleats. The floor panel of the pickup bed is Never let passengers ride on TIE DOWN CLEAT designed to hold motorcycle tires. Be the pickup bed or in the In-Bed Trunk space.
Page 187 Carrying Cargo Optional Cargo Net Optional Cargo Cover The cargo net can be used to hold The cargo cover can be used to items in the pickup bed. Secure all cover the cargo area on the pickup items properly. The net may not bed.
Page 188: Driving
Driving This section gives you tips on Driving Guidelines ......starting the engine under various Preparing to Drive ......conditions, and how to operate the Starting the Engine ....... automatic transmission. It also Automatic Transmission ....includes important information on Variable Torque Management parking your vehicle, the braking 4WD (VTM-4) System...
Page 189: Driving Guidelines
Driving Guidelines Your vehicle has higher ground To prevent rollovers or loss of With heavy cargo on the pickup bed, clearance that allows you to travel control: your vehicle has a higher center of over bumps, obstacles, and rough gravity. Drive slowly and cautiously, terrain.
Page 190: Preparing To Drive
Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks Check the adjustment of the and adjustments before you drive inside and outside mirrors (see your vehicle. page Make sure all windows, mirrors, Check the steering wheel and outside lights are clean and adjustment (see page unobstructed.
Page 191: Starting The Engine
Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. Without touching the accelerator If the engine does not start within pedal, turn the ignition key to the 15 seconds, or starts but stalls In cold weather, turn off all START (III) position. Do not hold right away, repeat step 4 with the electrical accessories to reduce the key in START (III) for more...
Page 192: Automatic Transmission
Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Position Indicators The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for a Shifting few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If it flashes while driving (in any shift position), it indicates a possible problem in the transmission. If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on along with the ‘‘D’’...
Page 193 Automatic Transmission Park (P) This position mechani- Reverse (R) Press the brake cally locks the transmission. Use pedal and pull the shift lever towards Park whenever you are turning off or you to shift from Park to reverse. To starting the engine. To shift out of shift from reverse to neutral, come Park, you must press on the brake to a complete stop, and then shift.
Page 194 Automatic Transmission After you stop in D, 2, 1, N, or R position with the ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) for an extended period, you may not be able to move the shift lever from neutral to reverse or Park. In this case, press the brake pedal, and turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, then shift out of neutral.
Page 195 Automatic Transmission When towing a trailer on level roads Second (2) To shift to second, First (1) To shift from second to under normal driving conditions, do pull the shift lever towards you, then first, pull the shift lever towards you, not use D3.
Page 196 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Release COVER This allows you to move the shift lever out of Park if the normal method of pushing on the brake pedal and pulling the shift lever does not work. Set the parking brake. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
Page 197 VTM-4 System If you become stuck, you can Press the VTM-4 LOCK button. VTM-4 LOCK BUTTON activate the VTM-4 by pressing the The indicator in the button comes VTM-4 LOCK button while in first (1), second (2), or reverse (R) gear below 18 mph (30 km/h).
Page 198 VTM-4 System, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) The VTM-4 Lock will temporarily Tire Pressure Monitoring System Low Tire Pressure disengage when the vehicle speed (TPMS) Indicator exceeds 18 mph (30 km/h). The Your vehicle is equipped with a tire When this indicator is on, one or indicator in the button will remain on.
Page 199 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Driving on a significantly under- Tire Pressure Monitor Each wheel is equipped with a tire inflated tire causes the tire to pressure sensor mounted inside the overheat and can lead to tire failure. The appropriate tire indicator and tire behind the valve stem.
Page 200 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Parking Parking Parking Tips As required by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the Always use the parking brake when Make sure the moonroof (if FCC rules. Operation is subject to the you park your vehicle.
Page 201 Parking, Braking System If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn Braking System Check the brakes after driving the front wheels away from the Your vehicle is equipped with disc through deep water. Apply the curb, and set the parking brake. brakes at all four wheels.
Page 202: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) The anti-lock brake system (ABS) You will feel a pulsation in the brake ABS Indicator helps prevent the brakes from pedal when the ABS activates, and locking up, and helps you retain you may hear some noise. This is If the ABS indicator comes on, the steering control by pumping the normal: it is the ABS rapidly...
Page 203 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) If the ABS indicator and the brake Important Safety Reminders A vehicle with ABS may require a system indicator come on together ABS does not reduce the time or longer distance to stop on loose or and the parking break is fully uneven surfaces, such as gravel or distance it takes to stop the released, the front-to-rear braking...
Page 204: Vehicle Stability Assist (Vsa) System
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System The vehicle stability assist (VSA) VSA Activation Indicator Vehicle Stability Assist system helps to stabilize the vehicle (VSA) System Indicator during cornering if the vehicle turns This indicator has three functions: This indicator normally comes on for more or less than desired.
Page 205 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System If the low tire pressure indicator VSA Off Switch VSA is turned on every time you comes on (see page ), the VSA start the engine, even if you turned it system automatically turns on even if off the last time you drove the you turn it off with the VSA OFF vehicle.
Page 206: Towing Weight Limits
Towing Weight Limits Your vehicle has been designed to Load Limits tow a trailer, as well as carrying passengers and their cargo. To safety tow a trailer, you should carefully observe the load limits (see page ), use the proper equipment, and follow the guidelines in this section.
Page 207 Towing Weight Limits Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Estimating Loads (GVWR) The maximum The best way to confirm that all allowable weight of the vehicle, all loads are within limits is to check occupants, all cargo, and the tongue them at a public scale (see page load is 6,050 lbs (2,745 kg).
Page 208 Towing Weight Guidelines Total Trailer Weight and Tongue Load Guidelines: Number of Max. Trailer Weight Max. Tongue Load Occupants 5000 lbs (2268 kg) 600 lbs (272 kg) 4750 lbs (2155 kg) 600 lbs (272 kg) 4750 lbs (2155 kg) 570 lbs (258 kg) 4500 lbs (2041 kg) 516 lbs (234 kg) The corresponding weight limits assume occupants fill seats from the front of the vehicle to the back, each occupant weights 150 lbs (70 kg),...
Page 209: Towing A Trailer
Towing a Trailer Checking Loads To accurately check your loads at the public scale, the vehicle and trailer should be fully loaded, and all occupants should stay in the vehicle while the attendant watches the scale. Check the gross vehicle weight. Check the gross combined weight.
Page 210 We strongly recommend that you Towing generally requires a variety have your dealer install a class 3 of supplemental equipment. To hitch. Using non-Honda equipment ensure the best quality, we may result in serious damage to your recommend that you purchase vehicle.
Page 211 Towing a Trailer Trailer Brakes A factory installed, 4-pin gray Use this illustration to identify each Honda requires that any trailer with connector is located under the terminal in the trailer brake a total trailer weight of 1,000 lbs (455 instrument panel near the top of the controller connector.
Page 212 Towing a Trailer Safety Chains Spare Tires Always use safety chains when you When towing a trailer, we tow a trailer. Make sure the chains recommend that you carry a full-size are secured to the trailer and hitch, spare wheel and tire for your vehicle and that they cross under the tongue and trailer.
Page 213 Towing a Trailer Trailer Lights If you use a non-Honda trailer lighting harness and converter, you can get the mating connector and LEFT TURN SIGNAL RIGHT TURN SIGNAL AND BRAKE LIGHTS AND BRAKE LIGHTS pins that mate with the connector in...
Page 214 Towing a Trailer Pre-Tow Checklist Your vehicle tires and spare are in Driving Safely With a Trailer When preparing to tow, and good condition and properly The added weight, length, and before driving away, be sure to inflated. height of a trailer will affect your check the following: vehicle’s handling and performance, so driving with a trailer requires...
Page 215 Towing a Trailer If you must stop when facing uphill, Towing Speeds and Gears Making Turns and Braking Drive slower than normal in all Make turns more slowly and wider use the foot brake or parking brake. driving situations, and obey posted than normal.
Page 216 Towing a Trailer Retrieving a Boat Turn the front wheels toward the Backing Up If the vehicle’s tires slip when Always drive slowly and have curb on a downhill, and away from retrieving a boat from the water, someone guide you when backing up. the curb on an uphill.
Page 217 Off-Highway Driving Guidelines General Information If you decide to drive on unpaved Your vehicle has been designed roads, you will find that it requires primarily for use on pavement. But somewhat different driving skills. Improperly operating this its higher ground clearance and four- Your vehicle will also handle vehicle on or off-pavement can wheel drive VTM-4 system allow you...
Page 218 Off-Highway Driving Guidelines Check Out Your Vehicle Important Safety Precautions Remember The route presents limits (too steep Before you leave the pavement, be To avoid loss of control or rollover, or bumpy roads). You have limits sure to do all scheduled maintenance be sure to follow all precautions and (driving skill and comfort).
Page 219 Off-Highway Driving Guidelines Avoiding Obstacles Driving on Slopes Accelerating and Braking Your vehicle is not equipped with If you can’t clearly see all conditions For better traction on all surfaces, undercarriage guards to protect key or obstacles on a slope, walk the accelerate slowly and gradually build slope before you drive on it.
Page 220 Off-Highway Driving Guidelines Crossing a Stream The banks and surface under the If You Get Stuck Before driving through water, stop, water provide good traction. The If you get stuck, and cannot get get out if necessary, and make sure water may hide hazards such as unstuck with the VTM-4 system, that:...
Page 221 Off-Highway Driving Guidelines Use a nylon strap to attach your Towing a Trailer Off-Road vehicle to the recovery vehicle, and You may safely tow a trailer off-road carefully take out the slack in the if you follow these guidelines: strap. Once the strap is tight, the recovery vehicle should apply force.
Page 222: Maintenance
Maintenance This section explains why it is Maintenance Safety ...... important to keep your vehicle well Maintenance Minder ....maintained and how to follow basic Maintenance Record ....maintenance safety precautions. Fluid Locations ......Adding Engine Oil ......This section also includes Changing the Oil and Filter ..
Page 223: 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 224: Maintenance Minder
Maintenance Minder Your vehicle displays engine oil life Engine Oil Life Display The remaining engine oil life is and maintenance service items in the displayed on the engine oil life information display to show you display according to the table shown when you should have your dealer below.
Page 225 Maintenance Minder The message changes between SERVICE and dUE SOON repeatedly. MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM MESSAGE MESSAGE MAINTENANCE ITEM CODES MAINTENANCE ITEM CODES If the engine oil life is 15 percent or When the remaining engine oil life is MAINTENANCE SUB ITEMS less, you will see ‘‘SERVICE dUE less than 5 percent, you will see a ‘‘SERVICE dUE NOW’’...
Page 226 Maintenance Minder When you see this message, have the indicated maintenance performed by your dealer as soon as possible. NEGATIVE MILEAGE When the remaining engine oil life is If you still do not perform the 0 percent, you will see ‘‘SERVICE indicated maintenance, you will see a PAST dUE’’...
Page 227 Maintenance Minder You can change the display to the Maintenance Main Items and Sub Resetting the Engine Oil Life engine oil life display, or the Items Display odometer and trip meter by pushing Your dealer will reset the display the SELECT button on the after completing the required instrument panel.
Page 228 Maintenance Minder NO is shown. YES is shown. Press the RESET button for about Select the appropriate answer, Select the ‘‘MAINT RESET Y’’ 10 seconds. You will see a ‘‘MAINT RESET N’’ (NO) or (YES), and press and hold the ‘‘MAINT RESET’’...
Page 229 However, all provide competent, efficient service. maintenance services should be We recommend the use of Honda performed in accordance with the parts and fluids whenever you have intervals indicated by the maintenance done. These are information display.
Page 230 Maintenance Minder Owner’s Maintenance Checks Lights Check the operation of You should check the following the headlights, parking lights, items at the specified intervals. If taillights, high-mount brake light, you are unsure of how to perform and license plate lights monthly. any check, turn to the appropriate See page page listed.
Page 231 Maintenance Minder Symbol Maintenance Main Items Symbol Maintenance Sub Items Replace engine oil Replace dust and pollen filter Replace engine oil and oil filter If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high Rotate tires concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel- Inspect front and rear brakes powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
Page 232: 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 233 Maintenance Record Mileage Maintenance Signature Mileage Maintenance Signature Performed Performed Date Date...
Page 234: Fluid Locations
Fluid Locations ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK BRAKE FLUID (Orange loop) (Gray cap) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR POWER STEERING AUTOMATIC FLUID (Red cap) TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) RADIATOR CAP ENGINE OIL FILL CAP : Under the gray cover...
Page 235: 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 236 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, and trip meter display.
Page 237: Changing The Oil And Filter
Changing the Oil and Filter Put a new washer on the drain bolt, Turn off the engine and let it sit OIL FILTER then reinstall the drain bolt. for several minutes, then check Tighten the drain bolt to: the oil level on the dipstick. If necessary, add more oil.
Page 238: Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant Adding Engine Coolant Always use Honda All Season If the reserve tank is completely Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. This empty, you should also check the coolant is pre-mixed with 50 percent coolant level in the radiator. antifreeze and 50 percent water.
Page 239 Engine Coolant, Windshield Washers The coolant level should be up to Windshield Washers the base of the filler neck. Add Check the fluid level in the coolant if it is low. windshield washer reservoir at least monthly during normal use. Pour the coolant slowly and carefully so you do not spill any.
Page 240 Windshield Washers, Automatic Transmission Fluid Automatic Transmission Fluid DIPSTICK Do not use engine antif reeze or a vinegar/water solution in the windshield washer reservoir. Antif reeze can damage your vehicle’s paint, while a vinegar/water solution can damage the windshield washer pump. Use only commercially-available windshield washer f luid.
Page 241 However, continued use can affect the shift quality. Have If you are not sure how to add fluid, the transmission flushed and refilled contact your dealer. with Honda ATF-Z1 as soon as it is convenient.
Page 242 The fluid level should be between Using any non-Honda brake fluid can the MIN and MAX marks on the side cause corrosion and decrease the life of the reservoir. If the level is at or of the system.
Page 243 In very high temperatures with Honda PSF as soon as possible. (over 110°F, 43°C). In very low temperatures LOWER LEVEL A low power steering fluid level can (under 20°F,...
Page 244 Lights Headlight Aiming Replacing a Headlight Bulb CONNECTOR HOLD-DOWN WIRE The headlights were properly aimed Your vehicle has halogen headlight when your vehicle was new. If you bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle regularly carry heavy items on the it by its base, and protect the glass from contact with your skin or hard pickup bed or pull a trailer, readjustment may be required.
Page 245 Lights Install the new bulb into the hole, Replacing a Front Turn Signal/ making sure the tabs are in their Hazard/Parking Light Bulb slots. Pivot the hold-down wire back in place, and clip the end into To change the passenger’s side the slot.
Page 246 Lights Insert the socket back into the Replacing Rear Bulbs headlight assembly. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. Put the inner fender cover in place. Install and lock each holding clip by pushing on the center.
Page 247 Lights Install the new bulb into the Replacing a High-mount Brake socket. Light Bulb Push the socket into the light assembly, and turn it clockwise until it locks. Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. Install the rear light assembly in the rear pillar.
Page 248 Lights Put the lens back on the light Replacing a Rear License Plate assembly, and tighten the Bulb mounting bolts securely. Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. Put the light assembly back into the vehicle. Install the screws and tighten them securely.
Page 249 Lights Turn on the lights to make sure Replacing a Bed Light Bulb the new bulb is working. Reinstall the light assembly in the bumper. Remove the mounting screw from Pull the bulb straight out of its the bed light assembly. socket.
Page 250 Lights, Cleaning the Seat Belts Reinstall the light assembly. Cleaning the Seat Belts Dirt build-up in the loops of the seat belt anchors can cause the belts to Turn on the lights to make sure retract slowly. Wipe the insides of LOOP the new bulb is working.
Page 251 Floor Mats, Dust and Pollen Filter Floor Mats If you use non-Honda floor mats, Dust and Pollen Filter make sure they fit properly and that This filter removes the dust and they can be used with the floor mat pollen that is brought in from the anchors.
Page 252: 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 253 Wiper Blades Slide the new wiper blade into the BLADE BLADE holder until the tabs lock. Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Make sure it locks in place. Lower the wiper arm against the window. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), REINFORCEMENT and turn the wiper switch off to return the wiper arms to the...
Page 254 Tires To safely operate your vehicle, your Inflation Guidelines Use a gauge to measure the air tires must be the proper type and Keeping the tires properly inflated pressure in each tire at least once a size, in good condition with adequate provides the best combination of month.
Page 255 Tires If you check air pressures when the Never use a puncture-repairing agent Tire Inspection tires are hot [driven for several miles in a flat tire. If used, you will have to Every time you check inflation, you (kilometers)], you will see readings 4 replace the tire pressure sensor.
Page 256 A tire this worn gives very little back. traction on wet roads. You should Improper wheel weights can damage replace the tire if you can see three your vehicle’s aluminum wheels. Use or more tread wear indicators. only Honda wheel weights f or balancing.
Page 257 Tires It is best to replace all four tires at Replacing Tires and Wheels Replace your tires with radial tires of the same time. If that is not possible the same size, load range, speed or necessary, replace the two front Installing improper tires on your rating, and maximum cold tire tires or two rear tires as a pair.
Page 258 Tires Wheel and Tire Specifications Tire Chains Mount tire chains on your tires when Wheels: 17 x 7 1/2 J required by driving conditions or Tires: P245/65R17 105S Using the wrong chains, or not local laws. Install them only on the See page for information about properly installing chains, can...
Page 259: 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 260 Checking the Battery If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead, the audio system will disable itself. The next time you turn on the radio you will see ‘‘CODE’’ in the frequency display. Use the preset bars to enter the code (see page On vehicles with navigation system The navigation system will also...
Page 261: 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 262: Taking Care Of The Unexpected
Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the more Compact Spare Tire ...... common problems that motorists Changing a Flat Tire ....experience with their vehicles. It If the Engine Won’t Start ..... gives you information about how to Jump Starting ........
Page 263: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire Use the compact spare tire as a Do not mount snow chains on a INDICATOR LOCATION MARK temporary replacement only. Get compact spare. your regular tire repaired or replaced, Do not use your compact spare and put it back on your vehicle as tire on another vehicle unless it is soon as you can.
Page 264 Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, stop in a safe place to change it. Drive slowly along the shoulder until you get to an exit or an area to stop that is far away from the traffic lanes. The vehicle can easily roll off the jack, seriously injuring anyone underneath.
Page 265: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire WING BOLT TIRE TIRE TRAY HOLDING BOLTS TRAY TOOL BOX STRAP Open the In-Bed Trunk. Pull out the tire tray with the Unfasten the strap to remove the handle, and hook the rear of the tool box, and unscrew the wing Remove the two tire tray holding tire tray to the guides on the back bolt.
Page 266 Changing a Flat Tire JACKING POINT DIAL Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turn Place the jack under the jacking Turn the dial at the bottom of the with the wheel nut wrench. point nearest the tire you need to jack clockwise until the top of the change.
Page 267 Changing a Flat Tire CONNECTOR BUTTON WHEEL NUT WRENCH DIAL HOOK EXTENSION STAY CONNECTOR BUTTON Attach the stay to the extension, Insert the hook at the end of the Turn the jack dial (wheel nut then attach the wheel nut wrench stay into the opening on the dial at wrench) clockwise as shown to to the end of the extension.
Page 268 Changing a Flat Tire Put on the spare tire. Put the wheel nuts back on finger-tight, then tighten them in a crisscross pattern with the wheel nut wrench until the wheel is firmly against the hub. Do not try to tighten them fully.
Page 269 Changing a Flat Tire Release the tire tray and slide it WING BOLT back in place. Tighten the tire tray holding bolts securely. For normal For spare SPACER CONE tire tire Tighten the wheel nuts securely in Place the flat tire face up on the the same crisscross pattern.
Page 270 Changing a Flat Tire TOOL BOX Loose items can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash and could seriously injure the occupants. Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely before driving. Store the wheel cap or center cap in the In-Bed Trunk.
Page 271 Changing a Flat Tire Securing a Spare Tire on the If you remove the spare tire from the Pickup Bed pickup bed, reinstall the clip back into its hole. SPACER CONE WING BOLT As a temporary mounting location, Place the spare tire on the pickup you can secure a spare tire on the bed as shown.
Page 272: 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 dis-...
Page 273: If The Engine Won't Start, Jump Starting
If the Engine Won’t Start, Jump Starting Are you using the proper starting Jump Starting To jump start your vehicle: procedure? Refer to Starting the Although this seems like a simple on page procedure, you should take several Open the hood, and check the Engine precautions.
Page 274: Jump Starting
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 275: If The Engine Overheats
If the Engine Overheats The pointer of your vehicle’s Safely pull to the side of the road. temperature gauge should stay in Put the transmission in Park, and the midrange under most conditions. set the parking brake. Turn off all Steam and spray from an If it climbs to the red mark, you accessories, and turn on the...
Page 276 If the Engine Overheats If the temperature gauge stays at Start the engine, and set the the red mark, turn off the engine. temperature to maximum heat Removing the radiator cap (climate control to AUTO at Look for any obvious coolant leaks, while the engine is hot can ‘‘...
Page 277 Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator Safely pull off the road, and shut Low Oil Pressure Indicator Charging System Indicator This indicator should never off the engine. Turn on the hazard If the charging system come on when the engine is warning indicators.
Page 278: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp If this indicator comes on If the indicator comes on repeatedly, If your vehicle battery has been while driving, it means one even though it may turn off as you disconnected or gone dead, these of the engine’s emissions control continue driving, have the vehicle codes are erased.
Page 279: Brake System Indicator
Brake System Indicator However, if the brake pedal does not U.S. Canada The brake system If the ABS indicator and the VSA indicator normally feel normal, you should take system indicator come on with the comes on when immediate action. A problem in one brake system indicator, have your you turn the ignition switch to ON part of the system’s dual circuit...
Page 280 Fuses INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD (PRIMARY) UNDER-HOOD (SECONDARY) NOTCH The vehicle’s fuses are contained in The primary under-hood fuse box is Checking and Replacing Fuses three fuse boxes. on the passenger’s side. The If something electrical in your secondary fuse box is next to the vehicle stops working, the first thing The interior fuse box is on the brake fluid reservoir.
Page 281 Fuses FUSE BLOWN BLOWN FUSE PULLER Turn the ignition switch to LOCK Check each of the large fuses in Check the smaller fuses in the (0). Make sure the headlights and the primary under-hood fuse box under-hood fuse boxes and all the all other accessories are off.
Page 282 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 vehicle.
Page 283: Fuse Locations
Fuse Locations PRIMARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX Amps. Circuits Protected Amps. Circuits Protected 10 A Left Headlight Low Beam 20 A Horn, Stop Not Used 20 A Defroster 10 A Left Headlight High Beam 40 A Back Up, ACC 15 A 15 A Small Lights Hazard...
Page 284 Fuse Locations INTERIOR FUSE BOX Amps. Circuits Protected No. Amps. Circuits Protected 7.5 A Bed Lights 15 A IG ACG 15 A IG Coil 15 A IG Fuel Pump (10 A) Daytime Running Light 7.5 A IG Washer 15 A IG Meter 7.5 A 20 A...
Page 285: Emergency Towing
Emergency Towing If, due to damage, your vehicle must With all four wheels on the ground, Emergency Towing it is best to tow the vehicle no farther be towed with all four wheels on If your vehicle needs to be towed, than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the the ground, do the following: call a professional towing service or...
Page 286: If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck If your vehicle gets stuck in sand, mud, or snow, call a towing service ‘‘Rocking’’ your vehicle between to pull it out (see the previous f orward and reverse gear or revving up page).
Page 287 If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck To avoid damage to your vehicle, use the tie down hooks f or straight, f lat ground towing only. Do not tow at an angle. These hooks should not be used f or open-road towing.
Page 288: Technical Information
Technical Information The diagrams in this section give Identification Numbers ....Emissions Controls ....... you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications ........ The Clean Air Act ..... your vehicle, and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading Crankcase Emissions Control identification numbers.
Page 289: 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 290 Identification Numbers The engine number is stamped into the engine block. It is on the front. ENGINE NUMBER The transmission number is on a label on top of the transmission. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER...
Page 291: Specifications
Specifications Dimensions Capacities Length 206.7 in (5,250 mm) Fuel tank Approx. Width 78.0 in (1,980 mm) 22.01 US gal (83.3 ) Height 70.3 in (1,785 mm) Engine Change 1.64 US gal (6.2 ) Wheelbase 122.0 in (3,100 mm) coolant Total 2.14 US gal (8.1 ) Track Front...
Page 292 Specifications Lights Fuses Headlights High/Low 12 V 60/55 W (HB2) Interior See page or the fuse label Front turn signal/Parking/ 12 V 28/8 W (Amber) attached to the inside of the fuse Hazard lights box lid under the dashboard. Rear turn signal/hazard lights 12 V 21 W Under-hood...
Page 293 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) The tires on your vehicle meet all Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. The treadwear grade is a compara- The traction grades, from highest to All tires are also graded for tive rating based on the wear rate of lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
Page 294 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 295: 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 296: 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 297 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 298: 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. WARM UP THREE WAY CATALYTIC The three way catalytic converter...
Page 299: State Emissions Testing
State Emissions Testing Testing of Readiness Codes Make sure the vehicle has been accelerator pedal. (Vehicle speed If you take your vehicle for a state parked with the engine off for 6 may vary slightly; this is okay.) If emissions test shortly after the you cannot do this for a hours or more.
Page 300 Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information ........ Warranty Coverages ....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ......Authorized Manuals .....
Page 301: Customer Service Information
Bella International U.S. Owners: A detailed description of the P.O. Box 190816 problem American Honda Motor Co., Inc. San Juan, PR 00919-0816 Automobile Customer Service Name of the dealer who sold the Mail Stop 500-2N-7A Tel: (787) 620-7098...
Page 302: Warranty Coverages
Restrictions and exclusions apply to Emissions Control Systems Defects Accessory Limited Warranty Warranty and Emissions Honda accessories are covered all these warranties. Please read the these two Performance Warranty under this warranty. Time and 2006 Honda Warranty Information warranties cover your vehicle’s...
Page 303 National Highway Traffic Safety order a recall and remedy campaign. Seventh Street, SW., Washington, Administration (NHTSA), in addition However, NHTSA cannot become to notifying American Honda Motor involved in individual problems D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other Co., Inc.
Page 304: 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 305: Authorized Manuals
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 306: Index
Index Automatic Transmission ....Beverage Holders ......Capacity, Fluid ......Booster Seats ........Accessories and Modifications . Checking Fluid Level ....Brakes ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Shifting ........Anti-lock System (ABS) ... Position) ........Shift Lever Position Break-in, New Linings ..... Accessory Power Sockets ....
Page 307 Index Bulb Replacement CD Player ........Coat Hooks ........Back-up Lights ......Certification Label ......Code, Audio System ..... Brake Lights ......Chains, tire ........CO in the Exhaust ......Bed Lights ......... Change Oil Compact Spare Tire ...... Front Turn Signal /Parking/ How to ........
Page 308 Index Daytime Running Lights .... Dual Temperature Control ..Oil, What Kind to Use ....Dead Battery ......... Dust and Pollen Filter ....Overheating ....... Defects, Reporting Safety ..Specifications ......Defrosting the Windows ....Speed Limiter ......Defferential Fluid, Rear ....
Page 309 Index Floor Mats ........Hazard Warning Flashers ....Fluids Headlights ......... 72, 73 Automatic Transmission ..Gas Mileage, Improving ....Aiming ........Brake .......... Gasoline Automatic Lighting Off ....Power Steering ......Fuel Reserve Indicator ....Control Dial ......... Rear Differential .......
Page 310 Index Ignition Low Oil Pressure ......Instrument Panel ......3, 56 Keys ..........Low Tire Pressure ...... Instrument Panel Brightness ..Switch ........... Maintenance Minder ....Interior Lights ....... Timing Control System .... Malfunction Indicator Lamp Introduction ........Immobilizer System ......
Page 311 Index Lights Record ......... 233-234 Change, When to ...... Bulb Replacement ....Minder ........ 225-232 Checking Engine ...... Indicator ........Minder Indicator ......Filter ........... Safety .......... Pressure Indicator ....59, 278 Interior ........Parking ......... Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 59, 279 Selecting Proper Viscosity Turn Signal...
Page 312 Index Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts ..Remote Transmitter ....... Safety Messages ....... Protecting Adults and Teens ..Replacement Information Satellite Radio, XM ..... Additional Safety Precautions . Engine Oil and Filter ....Seat Belts ........8, 19 Advice for Pregnant Women ..
Page 313 Index Shifting the Automatic How Your Side Airbags Work . Transmission ......How Your Side Curtain Airbags Shift Lever Position Indicators . Work ......... Tachometer ........Shift Lock Release ......SRS Indicator ......27, 59 Tailgate, Dual-Action Side Airbags ........START (Ignition Key Position) ..
Page 314 Index TPMS Indicator ....65, 200 Transmission Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) Tires ..........Checking Fluid Level ....System ........Air Pressure ......Fluid Selection ......VSA System Indicator ..64, 205 Checking Wear ......Identification Number ....VSA Activation Indicator . 64, 205 Compact Spare ......
Page 315 Index Windows Operating the Power ....Windshield Defroster ........Washers ........Wiper Zone, Heated ... 73, 125 Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades ....... Operation ........Worn Tires ........Wrecker, Emergency Towing ..XM Satellite Radio ...... : U.S. only : Canada only...
Page 316: Service Information Summary
ATF (see page Recommended Engine Oil: Brake Fluid: API Premium grade 5W-20 Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid detergent oil (see page DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary Oil change capacity (including...

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