Honda 2007 Element Online Reference Owner's Manual
Honda 2007 Element Online Reference Owner's Manual

Honda 2007 Element Online Reference Owner's Manual

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2007 Honda Element 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.
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.
Comfort and Convenience 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......................................................................................................................................................
A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    2007 Honda Element 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 ............................i A Few Words About Safety........................iii...
  • Page 2: Owner's Identification Form

    POSTAL CODE V. I. N. included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. DELIVERY DATE reserves the right, however, to (Date sold to original retail purchaser) discontinue or change specifications...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Main Menu Introduction Congratulations! Your selection of a 2007 Honda Element was a wise As you read this manual, you will investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure. find information that is preceded by symbol. This One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to information is intended to help you read this manual.
  • Page 4 Main Menu Introduction California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: This product contains or emits chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Event Data Recorders This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices commonly referred to as event data recorders. These devices record front seat belt use, front passenger seat occupancy, airbag deployment data, and the failure of any airbag system component.
  • Page 5: A Few Words About Safety

    Main Menu 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.
  • Page 6: Important Handling Information

    Main Menu Important Handling Information Your Element 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. These advantages come at some cost.
  • Page 7: Your Vehicle At A Glance

    Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL (P.59) POWER DOOR MIRROR CONTROLS AIRBAGS LOCK SWITCH (P.92) GAUGES (P.66) (P.11, 24) (P.80) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS POWER WINDOW (P.102) SWITCHES (P.91) PARKING BRAKE (P.93) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.140) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.155) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P.153) A/T model is shown.
  • Page 8 Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.70) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.71) (P.107) DIGITAL CLOCK (P.130) REMOTE AUDIO * CONTROLS (P.132) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P.73) CRUISE CONTROL MASTER BUTTON (P.133) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.73) * HORN VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM ON/OFF SWITCH (P.166) STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT...
  • Page 9 Main Menu...
  • Page 10: Driver And Passenger Safety

    Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Lap/Shoulder Belt ...... The Passenger’s Front Airbag information about how to protect Automatic Seat Belt Can Pose Serious Risks ..yourself and your passengers. It Tensioners ....... If You Must Drive with Several shows you how to use seat belts.
  • Page 11: Important Safety Precautions

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

    Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to (11) 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 13: Seat Belts

    Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Seat Belts Help keep you from being thrown Your vehicle is equipped with seat against the inside of the vehicle belts in all seating positions. and against other occupants. Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious Your seat belt system also includes Keep you from being thrown out...
  • Page 14: Airbags

    Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Airbags Your vehicle has a supplemental Your vehicle also has side airbags to In addition, your vehicle has side restraint system (SRS) with front help protect the upper torso of the curtain airbags to help protect the airbags to help protect the heads and driver or a front seat passenger...
  • Page 15: Protecting Adults And Teens

    Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features, Protecting Adults and Teens The most important things you need Protecting Adults and Teens Close and Lock the Doors to know about your airbags are: The rest of this section gives more After everyone has entered the detailed information about how you vehicle, be sure the doors are closed...
  • Page 16: Adjust The Front Seats

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Front Seats The National Highway Traffic Safety Once your seat is adjusted correctly, Administration and Transport rock it back and forth to make sure it Canada recommend that drivers is locked in position.
  • Page 17: Adjust The Seat-Backs

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Seat-Backs Reclining a seat-back so that the shoulder part of the belt no longer rests against the occupant’s chest Reclining the seat-back too far reduces the protective capability of can result in serious injury or the belt.
  • Page 18: Adjust The Head Restraints

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Head Restraints Fasten and Position the Seat Belts Improperly positioning head Insert the latch plate into the buckle, then tug on the belt to make sure the restraints reduces their belt is securely latched.
  • Page 19 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens If necessary, pull up on the belt again Never place the shoulder portion of a to remove any slack, then check that lap/shoulder belt under your arm or the belt rests across the center of This could cause behind your back.
  • Page 20: Maintain A Proper Sitting Position

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Maintain a Proper Sitting Sitting improperly can increase the In addition, an occupant who is out of Position chance of injury during a crash. For position in the front seat can be After all occupants have adjusted example, if an occupant slouches, seriously or fatally injured in a crash...
  • Page 21: Advice For Pregnant Women

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Advice for Pregnant Women When driving, remember to sit Additional Safety Precautions upright and adjust the seat as far Never let passengers ride in the back as possible while allowing full cargo area or on top of a folded- control of the vehicle.
  • Page 22 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Do not put any accessories on seat Do not attach or place objects on Keep your hands and arms away Devices intended to improve Objects on If your belts. the front airbag covers. from the airbag covers.
  • Page 23: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components the beeper stops, the indicator will If the indicator comes on or the Your seat belt system includes lap/ stop flashing but remain on. beeper sounds when the driver’s seat shoulder belts in all four seating belt is latched and there is no front positions.
  • Page 24: Lap/Shoulder Belt

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts To unlock the belt, press the red The seat belts in all positions except Lap/Shoulder Belt The lap/shoulder belt goes over PRESS button on the buckle. Guide the driver’s have an additional your shoulder, across your chest, the belt across your body so that it lockable retractor that must be...
  • Page 25: Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners

    When activated, additional restraint could be helpful. Honda provides a limited warranty the tensioners immediately tighten on seat belts. See your Honda the belts to help hold the driver and...
  • Page 26 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If a seat belt is worn during a crash, it must be replaced by your dealer. A belt that has been worn during a Not checking or maintaining crash may not provide the same level seat belts can result in serious of protection in a subsequent crash.
  • Page 27: Additional Information About Your Airbags

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components (13) (11) (10) (12) (1) Driver’s Airbag (2) Front Passenger’s Airbag (3) Control Unit (4) Front Seat Belt Tensioners (5) Side Airbags (6) Driver’s Seat Position Sensor (7) Front Passenger’s Weight Sensors (8) Front Impact Sensors (9) Passenger Airbag Off Indicator...
  • Page 28 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Your airbag system includes: (16) Two SRS (supplemental restraint system) front airbags. The driver’s airbag is stored in the center of the steering wheel; the front passenger’s airbag is stored in the dashboard.
  • Page 29 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Automatic front seat belt Weight sensors that monitor the An indicator on the instrument tensioners (see page weight on the front passenger’s panel that alerts you that the seat. If the weight is about 65 lbs passenger’s side airbag has been Sensors that can detect a (29 kg) or less (the weight of an...
  • Page 30: How Your Front Airbags Work

    Main Menu Table of Contents 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 31 Main Menu Table of Contents 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.
  • Page 32 If the seat is under the seat. Although Honda under the front seats. too far forward, the airbag will does not encourage carrying an...
  • Page 33 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags When the airbag is turned off, a Moving the front seat forcibly ‘‘passenger airbag off’’ indicator in back against cargo on the seat or the center of the dashboard comes floor behind it.
  • Page 34: How Your Side Airbags Work

    There will be some delay between Although Honda does not encourage the moment the passenger moves children to ride in front, if the into or out of the airbag deployment...
  • Page 35: How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Side Curtain Airbags If the impact is on the passenger’s To get the best protection from the Work side, the passenger’s side curtain side curtain airbags, occupants airbag will inflate even if there are no should wear their seat belts and sit occupants on that side of the vehicle.
  • Page 36: How The Srs Indicator Works

    Main Menu Table of Contents 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 or seat belt...
  • Page 37: How The Side Airbag Off Indicator Works

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags How the Side Airbag Off How the Passenger Airbag Off Be aware that objects placed on the Indicator Works Indicator Works front seat can cause the indicator to come on. U.S.
  • Page 38: Airbag Service

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags If the indicator comes on with no Airbag Service If your vehicle has a moderate to front seat passenger and no objects Your airbag systems are virtually Even if your severe impact.
  • Page 39: Additional Safety Precautions

    Honda cutoff system from working Automobile Customer Service at properly. (800) 999-1009.
  • Page 40: All Children Must Be Restrained

    Main Menu Table of Contents 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.
  • Page 41: All Children Should Sit In A Back Seat

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines − All Children Should Sit in a Back The Passenger’s Front Airbag Small Children Seat Can Pose Serious Risks Placing a forward-facing child seat in According to accident statistics, Front airbags have been designed to the front seat of a vehicle equipped children of all ages and sizes are help protect adults in a moderate to...
  • Page 42: Protecting Children

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines − To remind you of the passenger’s Canadian Models front airbag hazards, and that children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S.
  • Page 43: If You Must Drive With Several Children

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

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines − Additional Safety Precautions Make sure any unused seat belt Lock all doors, the tailgate and the Never hold an infant or child on that a child can reach is buckled, hatch when your vehicle is not in If you are not wearing a Children who play in vehicles...
  • Page 45: Protecting Infants And Small Children

    Main Menu Table of Contents 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 46: Protecting Small Children

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children In any of these situations, we Protecting Small Children We also recommend that a small strongly recommend that you install child use the child seat as long as the child seat directly behind the possible, until the child reaches the weight or height limit for the seat.
  • Page 47: Selecting A Child Seat

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children, Selecting a Child Seat Even with advanced front airbags Selecting a Child Seat In seating positions and vehicles not that automatically turn the When buying a child seat, you need equipped with LATCH, a LATCH- passenger’s front airbag off (see to choose either a conventional child...
  • Page 48: Installing A Child Seat

    Main Menu Table of Contents Selecting a Child Seat, Installing a Child Seat movement can be expected and The child seat should fit the Installing a Child Seat 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 49: With Latch

    Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with LATCH MARKS ANCHOR COVER Rigid-type LOWER ANCHORS Your vehicle is equipped with To install a LATCH-compatible child Place the child seat on the vehicle LATCH (lower anchors and tethers seat: seat, then attach the seat to the for children) in the rear seats.
  • Page 50 Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat TETHER ANCHOR Flexible-type ANCHOR COVER Other LATCH-compatible seats have Remove the head restraint (see Slide the anchor cover open. a flexible-type connector as shown page ). Make sure the removed above. head restraints are secured in the cargo area, and reinstalled when Whatever type you have, follow...
  • Page 51: With A Lap/Shoulder Belt

    Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt When not using the LATCH system, TETHER ANCHOR all child seats must be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap/ shoulder belt.
  • Page 52 Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat To activate the lockable retractor, After confirming that the belt is Push and pull the child seat slowly pull the shoulder part of the locked, grab the shoulder part of forward and from side-to-side to belt all the way out until it stops, the belt near the buckle, and pull verify that it is secure enough to...
  • Page 53: With A Tether

    Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Tether TETHER ANCHOR TETHER ANCHOR ANCHOR POINTS ANCHOR COVER TETHER STRAP HOOK A child seat with a tether can be After securing the child seat in the Attach the tether strap hook to the installed in either back seat, using desired position (see page...
  • Page 54: Protecting Larger Children

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children When a child reaches the Does the shoulder belt cross Checking Seat Belt Fit recommended weight or height limit between the child’s neck and arm? for a forward-facing child seat, the Is the lap part of the belt as low as child should sit in a back seat on a booster seat and wear a lap/shoulder possible, touching the child’s...
  • Page 55: Using A Booster Seat

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children Using a Booster Seat Booster seats can be high-back or When Can a Larger Child Sit in low-back. Whichever style you select, Front make sure the booster meets federal The National Highway Traffic Safety safety standards and that you follow Administration and Transport the booster seat maker’s instructions.
  • Page 56: Additional Safety Precautions

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children Of course, children vary widely. And If you decide that a child can safely Additional Safety Precautions while age may be one indicator of ride up front, be sure to: Do not let a child wear a seat belt when a child can safely ride in front, This could result across the neck.
  • Page 57: Carbon Monoxide Hazard

    Main Menu Table of Contents Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle’s exhaust contains With the tailgate or hatch open, air carbon monoxide gas. Carbon flow can pull exhaust gas into your monoxide should not enter the vehicle’s interior and create a Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
  • Page 58: Safety Labels

    Main Menu Table of Contents Safety Labels These labels are in the locations SUN VISOR shown. They warn you of potential U.S. models hazards that could cause serious injury or death. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S.
  • Page 59 Main Menu Table of Contents Safety Labels HOOD DOORJAMBS U.S. models U.S. models Canadian models Canadian models RADIATOR CAP...
  • Page 60: Instruments And Controls

    Main Menu Instruments and Controls This section gives information about Instrument Panel ......Seats ..........the controls and displays that Instrument Panel Indicators ..Seat Adjustments ......contribute to the daily operation of Gauges ..........Driver’s Seat Height your vehicle. All the essential Trip Meter ........
  • Page 61: Control Locations

    Main Menu Table of Contents Control Locations * POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS INSTRUMENT PANEL (P.59) VEHICLE STABILITY (P.80) (P.132) GAUGES (P.66) ASSIST(VSA) SYSTEM ON/OFF SWITCH (P.166) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.107) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.92) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS POWER WINDOW (P.102) SWITCHES (P.91) CRUISE CONTROL...
  • Page 62: Instrument Panel

    Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LOW TIRE PRESSURE MAINTENANCE MINDER PARKING BRAKE AND (P.60, 232) INDICATOR (P.64) LAMP INDICATOR (P.61) BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.60, 233) TPMS INDICATOR (P.65) LIGHT ON INDICATOR (P.63) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.63) SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P.60) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR...
  • Page 63: Instrument Panel Indicators

    Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many U.S. Canada Parking Brake and Seat Belt Reminder indicators that give you important Brake System Indicator information about your vehicle. This indicator comes on when you Indicator This indicator has two functions: turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
  • Page 64 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators If either of you do not fasten your Side Airbag Off Indicator Maintenance Minder seat belt while driving, the beeper Indicator U.S. Canada will sound and the indicator will flash This indicator comes on for a few again at regular intervals.
  • Page 65 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Immobilizer System ‘‘Daytime Running Indicator Lights’’ Indicator This indicator comes on for a few Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Canadian models only seconds when you turn the ignition Indicators If this indicator comes on when the switch to the ON (II) position.
  • Page 66 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Lights On Indicator Washer Level Indicator When the indicator comes on, there is about 2.8 U.S. gal (10.5 ) of fuel This indicator reminds you that the Canadian models only remaining in the tank before the exterior lights are on.
  • Page 67 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Vehicle Stability Assist VSA Activation Indicator Low Tire Pressure (VSA) System Indicator Indicator This indicator normally comes on for This indicator has three functions: This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) It comes on as a reminder that you...
  • Page 68 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Indicator This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If this indicator comes on and stays on at any other time, or if it does not come on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, there...
  • Page 69: Gauges

    Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Odometer TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE The odometer shows the total distance your vehicle has been driven. It measures miles in U.S. models and kilometers in Canadian models. It is illegal under U.S. federal law and Canadian provincial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to SELECT/RESET...
  • Page 70: Fuel Gauge

    Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Fuel Gauge Check Fuel Cap Message If the system still detects a leak in This shows how much fuel you have. Your vehicle’s on board diagnostic your vehicle’s evaporative emissions It may show slightly more or less system will detect a loose or missing system, the malfunction indicator than the actual amount.
  • Page 71: Temperature Gauge

    Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Temperature Gauge Maintenance Minder This shows the temperature of the The information display in the engine’s coolant. During normal instrument panel shows you the operation, the pointer should rise to engine oil life and maintenance about the middle of the gauge.
  • Page 72: Controls Near The Steering Wheel

    Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS SHIFT LEVER (A/T) (P.70) (P.71) (P.155) REMOTE AUDIO * CONTROLS (P.132) CRUISE CONTROL REAR WINDOW MASTER BUTTON DEFOGGER (P.133) (P.73) * HORN VSA OFF SWITCH (P.166) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT (P.73)
  • Page 73: Windshield Wipers And Washers

    Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Wipers and Washers Windshield Wiper Push the right lever up or down to Rear Window Wiper and Washer select a position. MIST The wipers run at high − speed until you release the lever. The wipers are not activated.
  • Page 74: Turn Signal And Headlights

    Main Menu Table of Contents Turn Signal and Headlights Turn Signal Push down on the Headlights Turning the switch to − − lever to signal a left turn and up to the ‘‘ ’’ position turns on the signal a right turn. To signal a lane parking lights, taillights, instrument change, push lightly on the lever, panel lights, side-marker lights, and...
  • Page 75: Instrument Panel Brightness

    Main Menu Table of Contents Turn Signal and Headlights, Instrument Panel Brightness High Beams − Push the lever back Daytime Running Lights Instrument Panel Brightness until you hear a click to turn on the Canadian models only high beams. The blue high beam With the headlight switch off or in indicator will come on (see page position, the high beam...
  • Page 76: Hazard Warning Button

    Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Brightness, Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Defogger You will hear a beep when maximum Hazard Warning Button Rear Window Defogger or minimum brightness is reached. You will also hear a beep when the maximum level is canceled by turning the knob a click to the left.
  • Page 77: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Window Defogger, Steering Wheel Adjustment Make sure the rear window is clear Steering Wheel Adjustment and you have good visibility before Make any steering wheel adjustment starting to drive. before you start driving. The defogger wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged.
  • Page 78: Keys And Locks

    VALET ever have to get a key replaced. Use NUMBER KEYS locked the steering wheel in place only Honda-approved key blanks. (BLACK) (LIGHT by trying to move it up and down. GRAY) The master key fits all the locks on your vehicle.
  • Page 79: Immobilizer System

    Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks, Immobilizer System These keys contain electronic Immobilizer System If the system repeatedly does not circuits that are activated by the The immobilizer system protects recognize the coding of your key, immobilizer system. They will not your vehicle from theft.
  • Page 80: Remote Transmitter

    Main Menu Table of Contents Immobilizer System, Remote Transmitter Remote Transmitter UNLOCK Press this button once As required by the FCC: − to unlock the driver’s door. Push it This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the twice to unlock the passenger’s door LOCK and the hatch.
  • Page 81 Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Transmitter Recycle or dispose of batteries Replacing the Transmitter Remote Transmitter Care properly, according to local Battery regulations. Improper disposal can Avoid dropping or throwing the harm the environment. CR type transmitter. ROUND batteries may contain perchlorate COVER material - special handling may apply;...
  • Page 82: Ignition Switch

    Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Transmitter, Ignition Switch Ignition Switch If the front wheels are turned, the As required by the FCC: anti-theft lock may make it difficult This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the to turn the key.
  • Page 83: Door Locks

    Main Menu Table of Contents Ignition Switch, Door Locks You will hear a reminder beeper if Power Door Locks The lock tab on the passenger’s door you leave the key in the LOCK (0) or locks and unlocks only that door. the ACCESSORY (I) position and DOOR LOCK SWITCH Pulling up on the driver’s door lock...
  • Page 84: Rear Doors

    Main Menu Table of Contents Door Locks Rear Doors Hatch Lock the hatch by pushing down the lock tab on the driver’s door (see page ), or by using the master key in the driver’s door lock. UNLOCK Lock or unlock the hatch with the master door lock switch.
  • Page 85: Tailgate

    Main Menu Table of Contents Door Locks Tailgate See page for information on cargo loading. Keep the tailgate and the hatch closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging them, and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior. See Carbon on page Monoxide Hazard...
  • Page 86: Seats

    Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Seat Adjustments Front Seat See pages − for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. To adjust the seat forward and To change the seat-back angle of the backward, pull up on the bar under front seat, pull up on the lever on the...
  • Page 87: Driver's Seat Height Adjustment

    Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Driver’s Seat Height Adjustment Front Seat Armrests Rear Seat SEAT-BACK ADJUSTMENT STRAP If equipped To adjust the height of the driver’s To change the angle of the rear seat- seat, turn the dial on the outside of Each front seat has an armrest on back, pull the strap at the inside the seat bottom.
  • Page 88: Head Restraints

    Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Head Restraints They are most effective when you adjust them so the back of the See page for important safety information and a warning about how to occupant’s head rests against the center of the restraint. properly position the head restraints.
  • Page 89: Reclining The Front Seats

    Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Reclining the Front Seats Adjust the front seats forward as far as possible. Pull up the seat- back angle adjustment lever and pivot the seat-back backward until it is level with the rear seat cushion.
  • Page 90: Folding The Rear Seats

    Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Folding the Rear Seats To create more cargo space, you can SEAT-BACK ADJUSTMENT STRAP RELEASE STRAP fold up each rear seat to each side wall separately. Lower the head restraint to its lowest position. Pull the seat-back adjustment Pull the release strap on the seat strap at the inside edge of the seat...
  • Page 91 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Reverse this procedure to return the GRAB RAIL SEAT SUPPORT rear seat to the upright position. When not in use, store the fastening strap hook in the fabric pocket on the bottom of the seat cushion. Make sure the seat is locked securely.
  • Page 92: Removing The Rear Seats

    Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Removing the Rear Seats LOCK LEVER STEEL HANDLE RELEASE STRAP COVER Both seats can be removed to give Remove the cover between the Push the lock lever forward to more cargo capacity. To remove a seat cushion and the side wall by unlock the seat.
  • Page 93 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Reverse this procedure to reinstall the seat. Make sure the seat is STEEL HANDLE securely locked. Always remove an unsecured seat from the vehicle before driving. A seat that is not locked in place could be thrown about and cause injury in a sudden stop or crash.
  • Page 94: Power Windows

    Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows If the driver’s AUTO REVERSE − DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH window senses any obstacle while it Closing a power window on is closing automatically, it will someone’s hands or fingers can reverse direction, and then stop. To close the window, remove the cause serious injury.
  • Page 95: Mirrors

    Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to move the SELECTOR SWITCH mirror right, left, up, or down. When you finish, move the selector switch to the center (off) position.
  • Page 96: Rear Windows

    Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Windows, Parking Brake, Skylight Rear Windows Parking Brake Skylight PARKING BRAKE LEVER To open a rear door window, pull the To apply the parking brake, pull the If equipped lever towards you, then push it out lever up fully.
  • Page 97 Main Menu Table of Contents Skylight If you try to tilt up the skylight in below-f reezing temperatures, or when it is covered with snow or ice, you can damage it. Bef ore lif ting the skylight, make sure the roof of the vehicle is dry. Rain or remaining water af ter car-washing may get into the f rame of the skylight.
  • Page 98 Main Menu Table of Contents Skylight An unsecured skylight can be thrown about and cause serious injury in a sudden stop or crash. Make sure to store the skylight in its bag, and secure the bag to the hooks on the cargo area floor.
  • Page 99: Interior Convenience Items

    Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items CARGO AREA CARGO AREA COIN TRAY * CEILING POCKET SIDE POCKET * VANITY MIRROR DOOR POCKETS * RADIO POCKET ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET GLOVE BOX * CENTER LOWER POCKET BEVERAGE HOLDERS * SEAT-BACK POCKET ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET except SC SC model...
  • Page 100: Beverage Holders

    Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holders Accessory Power Sockets Glove Box Be careful when you are using the Your vehicle has one, two, or three Open the glove box by pulling the beverage holders. A spilled liquid accessory power sockets, depending bottom of the handle.
  • Page 101: Interior Lights

    Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Lights Ceiling Light Spotlights Cargo Area Light On EX and SC models The cargo area light has a three- position switch. In the center position, the light comes on when you open the hatch. Ignition Switch Light The ignition switch light comes on when you unlock the driver’s door,...
  • Page 102: Sun Visor

    Main Menu Table of Contents Sun Visor, Vanity Mirror Sun Visor Vanity Mirror If equipped To use the sun visor, pull it down. You can also use the sun visor at the To use a vanity mirror on the back of side window.
  • Page 103 Main Menu...
  • Page 104: Comfort And Convenience Features

    Main Menu Features The heating and air conditioning Vents, Heating, and A/C ..... system in your vehicle provides a Air Flow Controls ..... comfortable driving environment in Ventilation ......... all weather conditions. Using the Heater ...... Using the A/C ......The standard audio system has Dehumidify the Interior ...
  • Page 105 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C FAN CONTROL DIAL TEMPERATURE MODE CONTROL DIAL CONTROL DIAL DEFROST POSITION RECIRCULATION BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (A/C) BUTTON BUTTON MAX A/C POSITION...
  • Page 106 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Air Flow Controls The outside air intakes for the The system automatically heating and cooling system are at turns on the A/C and Fan Control Dial the base of the windshield. Keep this switches to recirculation mode.
  • Page 107 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Air flows from the defroster Using the Heater Select vents at the base of the windshield. The heater uses engine coolant to If the outside air is humid, select warm the air. If the engine is cold, it recirculation mode.
  • Page 108 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Dehumidify the Interior To Defog and Defrost When you select Air conditioning, as it cools, removes To remove fog from the inside of the the system automatically turns on moisture from the air. When used in windows: the A/C.
  • Page 109 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice To Turn Everything Off From the Windows Turning the fan speed control dial all Select . The system the way to the left shuts the system automatically switches to fresh air off.
  • Page 110: Playing The Am/Fm Radio

    Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio Canadian EX and SC models LX model STEREO INDICATOR PWR/VOL KNOB AUTO SELECT BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BUTTONS AM/FM BUTTON STEREO INDICATOR SCAN BUTTON SCAN INDICATOR PWR/VOL TUNE KNOB KNOB SEEK BAR PRESET BUTTONS AUTO SELECT SCAN BUTTON...
  • Page 111 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio U.S. EX and SC models PWR/VOL KNOB STEREO INDICATOR AM/FM SEEK/SKIP BUTTONS BUTTON AUTO SELECT BUTTON SCAN BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS TUNE KNOB...
  • Page 112 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio To Play the Radio higher frequency, or left to tune to a listen to, press the SCAN button The ignition switch must be in the lower frequency. again. ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) position.
  • Page 113 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio AUTO SELECT − If you are To turn off auto select, press the Balance/Fader − These two traveling far from home and can no A. SEL button. This restores the modes adjust the strength of the longer receive your preset stations, presets you originally set.
  • Page 114: Am/Fm Radio Reception

    Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM Radio Reception Radio Frequencies Radio Reception The radio can receive the complete How well the radio receives stations AM and FM bands. Those bands is dependent on many factors, such cover these frequencies: as the distance from the station’s transmitter, nearby large objects, AM band: 530 to 1,710 kHz and atmospheric conditions.
  • Page 115 Main Menu Table of Contents 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...
  • Page 116 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio XM Satellite Radio U.S. EX and SC models Your vehicle is capable of receiving CHANNEL INDICATOR XM Satellite Radio anywhere in the United States, except Hawaii and CATEGORY INDICATOR Alaska. PWR/VOL KNOB XM BUTTON DISPLAY/MODE BUTTON...
  • Page 117 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio Operating the Satellite Radio XM radio receives signals from two Each time you press and release the satellites to produce clear, high- To listen to XM radio, turn the DISP/MODE button, the display quality digital reception.
  • Page 118 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio The scan function gives You can store up to 12 Press the XM button again. The SCAN − Preset − you sampling of all channels while in preset channels using the six preset other XM band will show.
  • Page 119 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio XM Radio Display Messages ‘‘NO SIGNAL’’ − The signal is currently too ‘‘LOADING’’ XM is loading the weak. Move the − audio or program vehicle to an area information. away from tall buildings, and The channel with an...
  • Page 120 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio The XM satellites are in orbit over the equator; therefore, objects south Signal may be of the vehicle may cause satellite blocked by reception interruptions. To help mountains or compensate for this, ground-based large obstacles repeaters are placed in major to the south.
  • Page 121 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio Depending on where you drive, you As required by the FCC: knob until ‘‘0’’ appears in the display. 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:...
  • Page 122: Playing A Disc

    Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Disc LX model Canadian EX and SC models CD BUTTON FOLDER INDICATOR EJECT BUTTON RANDOM INDICATOR CD SLOT DISPLAY BUTTON CD BUTTON CD SLOT EJECT BUTTON REPEAT INDICATOR PWR/VOL RANDOM INDICATOR KNOB REPEAT BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BAR RANDOM BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BUTTONS...
  • Page 123 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Disc U.S. EX and SC models EJECT BUTTON FOLDER INDICATOR RANDOM INDICATOR CD SLOT DISC INDICATOR DISPLAY BUTTON CD BUTTON FOLDER KNOB REPEAT BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BUTTONS SCAN PWR/VOL KNOB BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON...
  • Page 124 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Disc To Play a Disc Video CDs and DVDs will not work On EX and SC models To load or play discs, the ignition The disc player can also play CD-Rs in this unit. switch must be in the ACCESSORY WMA files, and CD-RWs (I) or ON (II) position.
  • Page 125 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Disc Insert the disc about halfway into the If you turn the system off while a SEEK/SKIP − Each time you disc slot. The drive will pull the disc disc is playing, either with the PWR/ press and release the , the in the rest of the way and begin to...
  • Page 126 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Disc FOLDER-REPEAT This feature, This On EX and SC models − FOLDER-RANDOM − REPEAT (TRACK/FILE when activated, replays all the files feature, when activated, plays the REPEAT) − To continuously replay on the selected folder in the order files within a folder in random order, they are compressed in MP3/WMA.
  • Page 127 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Disc SCAN − The scan function samples FOLDER SCAN − This feature, To Stop Playing a Disc all tracks/files on the selected disc in when activated, samples all files on Press the eject button ( ) to the order they are recorded.
  • Page 128 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Disc Auxiliary Input Jack Operating the Optional Disc If you select an empty slot in the Changer magazine, the changer will search If equipped The auxiliary input jack is next to the An optional six disc changer is for the next available disc to load and available for your vehicle.
  • Page 129: Protecting Your Discs

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Your Discs General Information Protecting Discs When using CD-R or CD-RW discs, When a disc is not being played, use only high quality CDs labeled store it in its case to protect it from for audio use.
  • Page 130: Disc Player Error Messages

    Main Menu Table of Contents Disc Player Error Messages The chart on the right explains the Indication Cause Solution error messages you may see in the display while playing a disc. Press the EJECT button and pull out the disc. If you see an error message in the FOCUS error Check if it is inserted correctly in the disc...
  • Page 131: Disc Changer Error Messages

    Main Menu Table of Contents Disc Changer Error Messages The chart on the right explains the Cause Solution error messages you may see in the Indication display while playing a disc. Press the magazine eject button, and pull the If you see an error message in the FOCUS error magazine out.
  • Page 132: Radio Theft Protection

    Main Menu Table of Contents Radio Theft Protection If your vehicle’s battery is On EX and SC models Your vehicle’s audio system will disconnected or goes dead, or the disable itself if it is disconnected radio fuse is removed, the audio from electrical power for any reason.
  • Page 133: Setting The Clock

    Main Menu Table of Contents Setting the Clock If your vehicle’s battery is On U.S. EX and SC models disconnected or goes dead, you may TIME DISPLAY CLOCK TIME DISPLAY need to set the clock. BUTTON CLOCK BUTTON LX model To set the hour, press the H button while pressing the CLOCK (SCAN/ RPT) button until the hour advances...
  • Page 134 Main Menu Table of Contents Setting the Clock For example: On Canadian EX and SC models 1:06 will reset to 1:00 TIME DISPLAY 1:53 will reset to 2:00 CLOCK BUTTON When you are finished, press the CLOCK button again. H BUTTON R BUTTON M BUTTON You can quickly set the time to the...
  • Page 135: Remote Audio Controls

    Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Audio Controls On EX and SC models The middle button adjusts the If you are listening to the radio, use volume up ( ) or down ( ). Press the CH button to change stations. ▲...
  • Page 136: Cruise Control

    Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain Using Cruise Control a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) RES/ACCEL BUTTON without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. It should be used for cruising on straight, open highways.
  • Page 137 Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control When climbing a steep hill, the Changing the Set Speed To slow down in very small automatic transmission may You can increase the set cruising amounts, tap the SET/DECEL downshift to hold the set speed. speed in any of these ways: button.
  • Page 138 Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control Cancelling Cruise Control Resuming the Set Speed When you push the CANCEL button, RES/ACCEL BUTTON or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the system will remembers the previously set cruising speed. To return to that speed, accelerate to above 25 mph (40 km/h) then press and release the RES/ACCEL button.
  • Page 139 Main Menu...
  • Page 140: Before Driving

    Main Menu 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 141 Main Menu Table of Contents Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation In addition, in order to maintain good Help assure your vehicle’s future Your vehicle is designed to operate performance, fuel economy, and reliability and performance by paying on unleaded gasoline with a pump emissions control, we strongly extra attention to how you drive...
  • Page 142 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuel Recommendation, Service Station Procedures If you notice any undesirable Refueling Stop filling the tank after the fuel operating symptoms, try another Park with the driver’s side closest nozzle automatically clicks off. Do service station or switch to another to the service station pump.
  • Page 143 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Opening and Closing the Hood HOOD RELEASE HANDLE SUPPORT ROD LATCH CLIP Park the vehicle, and set the If the hood latch handle moves Pull the support rod out of its clip parking brake.
  • Page 144 Main Menu Table of Contents 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 145: Fuel Economy

    Main Menu Table of Contents 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.
  • Page 146: Accessories And Modifications

    Be sure electronic accessories do Accessories or killed. Your dealer has Honda accessories not overload electrical circuits that allow you to personalize your (see page ) or interfere with Follow all instructions in this vehicle.
  • Page 147 Here are some examples: safety features can make the Lowering the vehicle with a non- systems ineffective. Honda suspension kit that significantly reduces ground If you plan to modify your vehicle, clearance can allow the consult your dealer.
  • Page 148: Carrying Cargo

    Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas: Cargo area side pockets Glove box CARGO AREA SIDE POCKET DOOR POCKETS CEILING POCKET Ceiling pocket (EX and SC models) Door pockets Seat-back pocket (EX and SC models) Cargo area (including rear seats when they are folded down, folded...
  • Page 149 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Load Limits Steps for determining correct load luggage load capacity is 75 lbs. The maximum load for your vehicle limit: (675 600 (4 150) = 75 lbs.) − × is 675 lbs (308 kg). This figure includes the total weight of all Locate the statement, ‘‘the Determine the combined weight...
  • Page 150 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo In addition, the total weight of the could injure their knees during a can enter the passenger area. To vehicle, all passengers, accessories, crash or sudden stop. avoid the possibility of carbon cargo, and trailer tongue load must monoxide poisoning , follow the not exceed the Gross Vehicle...
  • Page 151 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Seat-Back Bungee If the cords are not installed, route On EX model one cord through the loops as shown. To attach the hooks, press the top of the hook down, and slide to the ADJUSTABLE BUNGEE CORD desired position, then release.
  • Page 152: Driving

    Main Menu 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 ....... manual and automatic transmissions. Manual Transmission ....It also includes important Automatic Transmission ....
  • Page 153: Driving Guidelines

    Main Menu Table of Contents Driving Guidelines Your vehicle has a higher ground Do not modify your vehicle in any Four-wheel drive models clearance that allows you to travel way that would raise the center of Your vehicle is equipped with a four- over bumps, obstacles, and rough gravity.
  • Page 154 Main Menu Table of Contents Driving Guidelines Check the seat adjustment (see Make sure the doors, hatch, and Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks page tailgate are securely closed and and adjustments before you drive locked. Check the adjustment of the your vehicle.
  • Page 155: Starting The Engine

    Main Menu Table of Contents Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. Without touching the accelerator If the engine fails to start, press pedal, turn the ignition key to the the accelerator pedal all the way In cold weather, turn off all START (III) position.
  • Page 156: Manual Transmission

    Main Menu Table of Contents Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before you shift into reverse. You can damage the transmission by trying to shift into Rapid slowing or speeding up reverse with the vehicle moving. can cause loss of control on Push down the clutch pedal, and slippery surfaces.
  • Page 157 Main Menu Table of Contents Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points Engine Speed Limiter Drive in the highest gear that lets If you exceed the maximum speed the engine run and accelerate for the gear you are in, the engine smoothly. This will give you good speed will enter into the tachometer’s fuel economy and effective red zone.
  • Page 158: Automatic Transmission

    Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Position Indicators Shifting To shift from: Do this: Press the brake pedal, and RELEASE BUTTON press the shift lever release P to R button. R to P N to R Press the shift lever release D to 2 button.
  • Page 159 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission If you have done all of the above and Neutral (N) Use neutral if you Drive (D) Use this position for − − still cannot move the lever out of need to restart a stalled engine, or if your normal driving.
  • Page 160 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Second (2) This position locks First (1) This position locks the Engine Speed Limiter − − the transmission in second gear. It transmission in first gear. By If you exceed the maximum speed does not downshift to first gear upshifting and downshifting through for the gear you are in, the engine...
  • Page 161 Main Menu Table of Contents 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 pressing the release button does not work. Set the parking brake.
  • Page 162 Main Menu Table of Contents Parking Always use the parking brake when If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn Parking Tips you park your vehicle. Make sure Make sure the windows are closed. the front wheels away from the curb. If you have a manual the parking brake is set firmly, or transmission, put it in first gear, your vehicle may roll if it is parked...
  • Page 163: Braking System

    Main Menu Table of Contents Braking System Your vehicle is equipped with disc Constant application of the brakes Braking System Design brakes at all four wheels. A power when going down a long hill builds The hydraulic system that operates assist helps reduce the effort needed up heat and reduces their effective- the brakes has two separate circuits.
  • Page 164 Main Menu Table of Contents Braking System, Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Brake Wear Indicators Anti-lock Brakes You will feel a pulsation in the brake If the brake pads need replacing, you The anti-lock brake system (ABS) pedal when the ABS activates, and will hear a distinctive, metallic helps prevent the brakes from you may hear some noise.
  • Page 165: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)

    Main Menu Table of Contents Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ABS Indicator Test your brakes as instructed on ABS will not prevent a skid that page . If the brakes feel normal, results from changing direction If this indicator comes on, the anti- drive slowly and have your vehicle abruptly, such as trying to take a...
  • Page 166 Main Menu Table of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Your vehicle is equipped with a tire Low Tire Pressure Each tire, including the spare, should pressure monitoring system (TPMS) Indicator be checked monthly when cold and that turns on every time you start the When the tire pressure monitoring set to the recommended inflation engine and monitors the pressure in...
  • Page 167 Main Menu Table of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Tire Pressure Monitoring Each wheel is equipped with a tire As required by the FCC: System (TPMS) Indicator pressure sensor mounted inside the This device complies with Part 15 of the This indicator comes on and stays on tire behind the valve stem.
  • Page 168: Vehicle Stability Assist (Vsa) System

    Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System The vehicle stability assist (VSA) If this indicator comes on while VSA Activation Indicator system helps to stabilize the vehicle driving, pull to the side of the road during cornering if the vehicle turns When VSA activates, you will see the when it is safe, and turn off the more or less than desired.
  • Page 169 Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System VSA Off Switch VSA is turned on every time you VSA OFF SWITCH In certain unusual conditions when start the engine, even if you turned it your vehicle gets stuck in shallow off the last time you drove the mud or fresh snow, it may be easier vehicle.
  • Page 170: Towing A Trailer

    Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Your vehicle has been designed Load Limits primarily to carry passengers and their cargo. You can also use it to tow a trailer if you carefully observe the load limits, use the proper equipment, and follow the guidelines in this section.
  • Page 171 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer To achieve a proper tongue load, Gross Axle Weight Rating Checking Loads start by loading 60 % of the load (GAWR): The best way to confirm that vehicle toward the front of the trailer and The maximum allowable weight of and trailer weights are within limits 40 % toward the rear, then re-adjust...
  • Page 172 Hitches Trailer Brakes Accessories Any hitch used on your vehicle must Honda recommends that any trailer Towing can require a variety of be properly bolted to the underbody. having a total weight of 1,000 lbs (450 kg) or more be equipped with...
  • Page 173 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Ask your trailer sales or rental Trailer Lights Additional Towing Equipment Trailer lights and equipment must Many states and Canadian provinces agency if any other items are comply with federal, state, and local require special outside mirrors when recommended or required for your regulations.
  • Page 174 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Pre-Tow Checklist Your vehicle tires and spare are Driving Safely With a Trailer When preparing to tow, and before properly inflated (see page The added weight, length, and driving away, be sure to check the and the trailer tires and spare are height of a trailer will affect your following:...
  • Page 175 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer If you must stop when facing uphill, Making Turns and Braking Backing Up Make turns more slowly and wider use the foot brake or parking brake. Always drive slowly and have than normal. The trailer tracks a Do not try to hold the vehicle in someone guide you when backing up.
  • Page 176 Main Menu Table of Contents Off-Highway Driving Guidelines General Information Important Safety Precautions Your vehicle has been designed To avoid loss of control or rollover, primarily for use on pavement. But Improperly operating this be sure to follow all precautions and recommendations.
  • Page 177 Main Menu Table of Contents Off-Highway Driving Guidelines Check Out Your Vehicle Accelerating and Braking Avoiding Obstacles Before you leave the pavement, be For better traction on all surfaces, Debris in the road can damage your sure to do all scheduled maintenance accelerate slowly and gradually build suspension or other components.
  • Page 178 Main Menu Table of Contents Off-Highway Driving Guidelines Crossing a Stream If You Get Stuck 4-Wheel Drive Vehicles Avoid driving through deep water. If Avoid driving on soft sand, deep mud, If you spin the wheels excessively you encounter water in your route (a or other surfaces where you could trying to get unstuck, you may small stream or large puddle, for...
  • Page 179 Main Menu...
  • Page 180: Maintenance

    Main Menu 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 Engine Oil and instructions on how to read the...
  • Page 181: Maintenance Safety

    Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Safety All service items not detailed in this with the battery or compressed air. Injury from moving parts. section should be performed by a not run the engine unless certified technician or other qualified instructed to do so.
  • Page 182 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder Your vehicle displays engine oil life Engine Oil Life Display The remaining engine oil life is and maintenance service items on shown on the display according to the information display to show you this table: SELECT/RESET KNOB when you should have your dealer do...
  • Page 183 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR ENGINE OIL LIFE MAINTENANCE ITEM CODE(S) INDICATOR If the remaining engine oil life is 15 The 15 and 10 percent oil life When the remaining engine oil life is to 6 percent, you will see the engine indicator reminds you that the time 5 to 1 percent, you will see a oil life indicator every time you turn...
  • Page 184 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder The maintenance item code or codes indicate the main and sub items required at the time of the oil change NEGATIVE MILEAGE (see page You can switch the information display from the engine oil life display to the odometer or the trip meter.
  • Page 185 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder To change the information display Maintenance Main Items and Sub Resetting the Engine Oil Life from the engine oil life display to the Items Display odometer or the trip meter, press Your dealer will reset the display and release the select/reset knob.
  • Page 186 Your authorized Honda dealer Press and hold the select/reset Press the select/reset knob for knows your vehicle best and can knob for about 10 seconds.
  • Page 187 Check the fluid level # − information. warranties. However, all monthly. See page maintenance services should be We recommend using Honda parts performed in accordance with the Tires Check the tire pressure − and fluids whenever you have intervals indicated by the monthly.
  • Page 188 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder Symbol Maintenance Main Items Symbol Maintenance Sub Items * Replace engine oil Rotate tires * Replace air cleaner element Replace engine oil and oil filter Inspect front and rear brakes If you drive in dusty conditions, replace Check parking brake adjustment every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
  • Page 189: 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 190 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Record Mileage Maintenance Signature Mileage Maintenance Signature Performed Performed Date Date...
  • Page 191: Fluid Locations

    Main Menu Table of Contents Fluid Locations ENGINE OIL BRAKE FLUID FILL CAP (Gray cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK CLUTCH FLUID (Orange tab) (Manual Transmission only) (Gray cap) POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WASHER FLUID FLUID DIPSTICK (Blue cap) (Yellow loop) ENGINE COOLANT...
  • Page 192: Adding Engine Oil

    ENGINE OIL FILL CAP 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 sure the API certification seal says the oil is energy conserving, and that ‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’...
  • Page 193 Main Menu Table of Contents Adding Engine Oil, Changing the Engine Oil and Filter Synthetic Oil Changing the Engine Oil and WASHER You may use a synthetic motor oil if Filter it meets the same requirements Always change the oil and filter given for a conventional motor oil, it according to the maintenance displays the API certification seal,...
  • Page 194: Changing The Engine Oil And Filter

    Main Menu Table of Contents Changing the Engine Oil and Filter Install a new oil filter according to Turn off the engine and let it sit OIL FILTER the instructions that come with it. for several minutes, then check the oil level on the dipstick. If Put a new washer on the drain bolt, necessary, add more oil.
  • Page 195: Engine Coolant

    Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Coolant Adding Engine Coolant Always use Honda Long-life Anti- If the reserve tank is completely freeze/Coolant Type 2. This coolant empty, you should also check the RESERVE TANK is pre-mixed with 50 percent coolant level in the radiator.
  • Page 196 Main Menu Table of Contents 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.
  • Page 197: Transmission Fluid

    Main Menu Table of Contents Transmission Fluid Automatic Transmission Fluid Check the fluid level with the engine at normal operating temperature. Park the vehicle on level ground. Turn off the engine. For accurate UPPER results, wait at least 60 seconds, MARK and no more than 90 seconds, LOWER...
  • Page 198 Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so you do not spill any. Clean up If Honda MTF is not available, you any spill immediately; it could may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 damage components in the engine viscosity motor oil with the API Certification seal that says ‘‘FOR...
  • Page 199 Brake Fluid DOT 3. If it is not differential fluid. available, you should use only DOT 3 Use Honda Dual Pump Fluid only. or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed Do not use automatic transmission container, as a temporary fluid (ATF).
  • Page 200 Honda PSF as soon as possible. A low power steering fluid level can indicate a leak in the system. Check the fluid level frequently, and have the system inspected as soon as possible.
  • Page 201 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Headlight Aiming Replacing a Headlight Bulb On all models except SC The headlights were properly aimed On all models except SC when your vehicle was new. If you Your vehicle has halogen headlight regularly carry heavy items in the bulbs.
  • Page 202 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Install the new bulb into the hole, On SC model making sure the tabs are in their slots. Pivot the hold-down wire back in place, and clip the end into the slot. Reinstall the rubber weather seal. Make sure it is right side up;...
  • Page 203 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Push the electrical connector back Replacing a Front Parking/Turn onto the bulb. Make sure it is on Signal Light Bulb all the way. Turn on the headlights to test the new bulb. (Driver’s side) Install the front end of the air intake duct.
  • Page 204 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights The front parking/turn signal light Replacing a Front Side Marker is next to the headlight bulb. On Light Bulb the driver’s side, remove the front On all models except SC end of the air intake duct by LIGHT ASSEMBLY pulling it out (see page SCREWDRIVER...
  • Page 205 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Reinstall the socket into the light On SC model Pull the bulb straight out of its assembly by turning it clockwise socket. Push the new bulb straight until it locks. into the socket until it bottoms. Turn on the lights to make sure Reinstall the socket into the light the new bulb is working.
  • Page 206 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs Reinstall the socket into the light assembly by turning it clockwise SOCKET SOCKET until it locks. SCREW Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. When reinstalling the taillight assembly, first place the two pins in the holes in place.
  • Page 207 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing a Rear License Plate Replacing a High-mount Brake Bulb Light Bulb LENS HOUSING BULB CLOTH LENS COVER SCREWDRIVER Using a cloth to prevent scratches, Turn on the parking lights and Open the hatch. Remove the light insert a small flat-tip screwdriver check that the new bulb is assembly cover by pushing in on...
  • Page 208 Main Menu Table of Contents Cleaning the Seat Belts, Floor Mats Cleaning the Seat Belts Floor Mats LOOP SOCKET BULB If your seat belts get dirty, use a soft If equipped Pull the bulb straight out of its brush with a mixture of mild soap The floor mats that came with your socket.
  • Page 209 Main Menu Table of Contents Floor Mats, Dust and Pollen Filter, Wiper Blades If you use non-Honda floor mats, Dust and Pollen Filter Wiper Blades make sure they fit properly and that This filter removes the dust and Check the condition of the wiper...
  • Page 210: Wiper Blades

    Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades BLADE HOLDER BLADE REINFORCEMENT LOCK TAB Disconnect the blade assembly Examine the new wiper blades. If Slide the new wiper blade into the from the wiper arm by pushing in they have no plastic or metal holder until the tabs lock.
  • Page 211 Main Menu Table of Contents Wheels, Tires Wheels Tires Inflation Guidelines Clean the wheels as you would the To safely operate your vehicle, your Keeping the tires properly inflated rest of the exterior. Wash them with tires must be the proper type and provides the best combination of the same solution, and rinse them size, in good condition with adequate...
  • Page 212 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Use a gauge to measure the air If you check air pressures when the Recommended Tire Pressures pressure in each tire at least once a tires are hot (driven for several The following chart shows the month.
  • Page 213 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires The compact spare tire pressure is: Tire Inspection INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS Every time you check inflation, you 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) should also examine the tires for For convenience, the recommended damage, foreign objects, and wear.
  • Page 214 If activate. On vehicles with aluminum wheels, you purchase directional tires, rotate improper wheel weights can damage only front-to-back. your vehicle’s wheels. Use only Honda wheel weights f or balancing. CONTINUED...
  • Page 215 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires It is best to replace all four tires at Wheel and Tire Specifications the same time. If that is not possible Wheels: or necessary, replace the two front Installing improper tires on your (On all models except SC) tires or two rear tires as a pair.
  • Page 216 + On all models except SC Season’’ on the sidewall have an all- Because your vehicle has limited tire clearance, Honda strongly clearance, use only SAE Class ‘‘S’’ recommends using the chains listed weather tread design suitable for most winter driving conditions.
  • Page 217: Checking The Battery

    Main Menu Table of Contents Checking the Battery cloth or paper towel. Coat the NEGATIVE TERMINAL terminals with grease to help prevent future corrosion. The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas during normal If additional battery maintenance is operation. needed, see your dealer or a qualified technician.
  • Page 218: Vehicle Storage

    Main Menu Table of Contents 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 longer period, it should be...
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  • Page 220: Taking Care Of The Unexpected

    Main Menu 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 221: Compact Spare Tire

    Main Menu Table of Contents Compact Spare Tire Use the compact spare tire as a Follow these precautions: INDICATOR LOCATION MARK temporary replacement only. Get your regular tire repaired or replaced, Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). and put it back on your vehicle as soon as you can.
  • Page 222: Changing A Flat Tire

    Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, Park the vehicle on firm, level, and TOOLS stop in a safe place to change it. non-slippery ground. Put the Drive slowly along the shoulder until transmission in Park (automatic) you get to an exit or an area to stop or reverse (manual).
  • Page 223 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire JACK WHEEL NUTS WHEEL NUT WRENCH Push the rear edge of the handle Unscrew the wing bolt, and take Loosen the five wheel nuts 1/2 to raise the handle loop and pull up the spare tire out of the cargo area.
  • Page 224 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire EXTENSION WHEEL NUT WRENCH JACKING POINTS Locate the jacking point nearest Use the extension and the wheel Remove the wheel nuts, then the tire you need to change. It is nut wrench as shown to raise the remove the flat tire.
  • Page 225 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Put on the spare tire. Put the wheel nuts back on finger-tight, then tighten them in a crisscross WHEEL NUTS pattern with the wheel nut wrench until the wheel is firmly against the hub.
  • Page 226 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Store the jack in its holder. Turn the jack’s end bracket to lock it in place. Store the tools. Remove the center cap from the flat tire, and store it in the spare tire well.
  • Page 227 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Secure the flat tire by screwing WING BOLT the wing bolt to the spare tire mount through the hole in the cargo area floor. SPACER CONE Remove the small round plug from Reinstall the cargo area floor.
  • Page 228: If The Engine Won't Start

    Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Won’t Start Diagnosing why the engine won’t Nothing Happens or the Starter Turn the ignition switch to the start falls into two areas, depending Motor Operates Very Slowly START (III) position. If the on what you hear when you turn the When you turn the ignition switch to headlights do not dim, check the...
  • Page 229 Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Won’t Start The Starter Operates Normally Do you have fuel? Check the fuel In this case, the starter motor’s gauge; the low fuel indicator may speed sounds normal, or even faster not be working. than normal, when you turn the ignition switch to the START (III) There may be an electrical...
  • Page 230: Jump Starting

    Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting Although this seems like a simple To Jump Start Your Vehicle: procedure, you should take several precautions. Open the hood, and check the physical condition of the battery. In very cold weather, check the condition of the electrolyte.
  • Page 231 Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting If the booster battery is in another vehicle, have an assistant start that vehicle and run it at a fast idle. Start your vehicle. If the starter motor still operates slowly, check that the jumper cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
  • Page 232: If The Engine Overheats

    Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Overheats The pointer of the vehicle’s If you do not see steam or spray, temperature gauge should stay in leave the engine running, and the midrange. If it climbs to the red Steam and spray from an watch the temperature gauge.
  • Page 233 Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Overheats Look for any obvious coolant leaks, Start the engine, and set the such as a split radiator hose. temperature control dial to Everything is still extremely hot, maximum heat. Add coolant to the Removing the radiator cap so use caution.
  • Page 234: Low Oil Pressure Indicator

    Main Menu Table of Contents 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 lights.
  • Page 235: Malfunction Indicator Lamp

    Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp testing is to make sure these codes If this indicator comes on If the indicator comes on repeatedly, are set. If they are not set, the test while driving, it means one even though it may turn off as you cannot be completed.
  • Page 236: Brake System Indicator

    Main Menu Table of Contents Brake System Indicator The brake system indicator However, if the brake pedal does not U.S. If the ABS indicator and the VSA normally comes on when feel normal, you should take system indicator come on with the you turn the ignition switch immediate action.
  • Page 237 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses UNDER-HOOD INTERIOR If something electrical in your vehicle stops working, check for a blown fuse first. Determine from the chart on pages , or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that device.
  • Page 238 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses FUSE BLOWN BLOWN FUSE PULLER Check each of the large fuses in Check the smaller fuses in the Look for a blown wire inside the the under-hood fuse boxes by under-hood fuse box and all the fuse.
  • Page 239 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses If you cannot drive the vehicle If the replacement fuse of the 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 Replacing a f use with one that has a of the same rating or a lower rating...
  • Page 240: Fuse Locations

    Main Menu Table of Contents Fuse Locations INTERIOR FUSE BOX Amps. Circuits Protected 7.5 A Power Window Relay 20 A 7.5 A Accessory, Radio 10 A Rear Wiper 7.5 A Meter Not Used − 7.5 A IG2 Daytime running lights *...
  • Page 241 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected 30 A Condenser Fan 15 A Small Light 7.5 A Interior Light 20 A Cooling Fan Motor 15 A Hazard 15 A 15 A Horn, Stop 15 A 10 A Back Up...
  • Page 242: Emergency Towing

    Main Menu Table of Contents Emergency Towing If your vehicle needs to be towed, call a professional towing service or organization. Never tow your vehicle Towing with only two tires on the with just a rope or chain. It is very ground will damage parts of the 4WD dangerous.
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  • Page 244: Technical Information

    Main Menu 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 245: Identification Numbers

    Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers Your vehicle has several identifying VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER numbers located in various places. 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 246 Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers The engine number is stamped into AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER the engine block. The transmission number is on a label on top of the transmission. ENGINE NUMBER MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER...
  • Page 247: Specifications

    Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications Dimensions * Engine Automatic Transmission Length 169.3 in (4,300 mm) * * 170.3 in (4,326 mm) coolant Change 1.35 US gal (5.1 ) * 170.9 in (4,341 mm) Total 1.90 US gal (7.2 ) Width 71.5 in (1,815 mm) Manual Transmission...
  • Page 248 Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications Air Conditioning Fuses Refrigerant type HFC-134a (R-134a) Interior See page or the fuse label 17.6−19.4 oz (500−550 g) Charge quantity attached to the inside of the fuse ND-OIL8 Lubricant type box door under the steering column.
  • Page 249 Main Menu Table of Contents 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 250 Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Warning: The temperature grade for Temperature − A, B, C 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 251: Tire Labeling

    Main Menu Table of Contents Tire Labeling Tire Labeling Load index (a numerical code − Maximum Tire Pressure The tires that came on your vehicle associated with the maximum Max Press The maximum air − have a number of markings. Those load the tire can carry).
  • Page 252 Main Menu Table of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Required Federal Explanation − Each tire, including the spare (if As an added safety feature, your Driving on a significantly under- provided), should be checked vehicle has been equipped with a tire inflated tire causes the tire to monthly when cold and inflated to pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
  • Page 253 Main Menu Table of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Required Federal Explanation − Your vehicle has also been equipped Always check the TPMS malfunction with a TPMS malfunction indicator telltale after replacing one or more to indicate when the system is not tires or wheels on your vehicle to operating properly.
  • Page 254: Emissions Controls

    Under certain canister while the engine is off. After conditions of sunlight and climate, * In Canada, Honda vehicles comply the engine is started and warmed up, NOx and HC react to form with the Canadian emission the vapor is drawn into the engine photochemical ‘‘smog.’’...
  • Page 255 (ECM) in Honda replacement parts or their the amount of HC, CO, and NOx that manual transmission vehicles uses comes out the tailpipe. The exhaust equivalent for repairs.
  • Page 256: Three Way Catalytic Converter

    The catalytic converter is referred to running properly. as a three-way catalyst, since it acts on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement unit must be an original Honda part or its equivalent. The three way catalytic converter THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER...
  • Page 257: Emissions Testing

    Main Menu Table of Contents Emissions Testing Testing of Readiness Codes If the testing facility determines that Without touching the accelerator If you take your vehicle for an the readiness codes are not set, you pedal, start the engine, and let it emissions test shortly after the will be requested to return at a later idle for 20 seconds.
  • Page 258 Main Menu Table of Contents Emissions Testing Select a nearby lightly traveled Then drive in city/suburban major highway where you can traffic for at least 10 minutes. maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph When traffic conditions allow, let (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 the vehicle coast for several minutes.
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  • Page 260: Warranty And Customer Relations (U.s. And Canada)

    Main Menu Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information ..Warranty Coverages ....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ......Authorized Manuals .....
  • Page 261: Customer Service Information

    Bella International P.O. Box 190816 U.S. Owners: A detailed description of the San Juan, PR 00919-0816 problem American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Automobile Customer Service Tel: (787) 620-7028 Name of the dealer who sold the Mail Stop 500-2N-7A vehicle to you...
  • Page 262: Warranty Coverages

    Warranty and Emissions Accessory Limited Warranty − Performance Warranty − these two Honda accessories are covered 2007 Honda warranty information warranties cover your vehicle’s under this warranty. Time and booklet that came with your vehicle emissions control systems. Time, mileage limits depend on the type of...
  • Page 263 Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Administration (NHTSA) in addition However, NHTSA cannot become Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590. to notifying American Honda Motor involved in individual problems You can also obtain other Co., Inc. between you, your dealer, or information about motor vehicle American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
  • Page 264: Authorized Manuals (U.s. Only)

    Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals Valid only for sales within the United States. Canadian (U.S. only) owners should contact their authorized Honda dealer. The publications shown below can be purchased from Helm ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-782-4356 Incorporated. You can order in any of three ways:...
  • Page 265: Authorized Manuals

    Main Menu Table of Contents 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 266 Main Menu Index Alignment ........Maintenance ......Antifreeze ........Specifications ......Accessories ........Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Before Driving ......ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Indicator ....... . 61, Belts, Seat ........10, Position) ........Operation ........Beverage Holders ......Accessory Power Sockets ....
  • Page 267 Main Menu Index Bulb Replacement Chains ..........Temperature Gauge ....Back-up Lights ......Changing a Flat Tire ....Crankcase Emissions Control Brake Lights ......Changing Oil ......... System ........How to ........Cruise Control Indicator ....Front Parking Lights ....When to ........
  • Page 268 Main Menu Index Low Oil Pressure Indicator ..Disc Brake Wear Indicators ..Disposal of Used Oil ..... Malfunction Indicator Lamp . Door and Tailgate Open Monitor . Overheated Engine ....Fan, Interior ........Features ......... Doors Emergency Brake ......Emergency Flashers ......
  • Page 269 Main Menu Index Front Airbags ......11, Manual Transmission ....Front Seat Glove Box ........Guidelines, Driving ......Adjusting ........Identification Number, Vehicle . Airbags ........11, Ignition Fuel ..........Keys ..........Fill Door and Cap ...... Light ..........
  • Page 270 Main Menu Index Hatch ..........Meters, Gauges ......59, Power Door ......... Mirror, Vanity ......... Jacking up the Vehicle ....Tailgate ........Mirrors, Adjusting ......Jack, Tire ........Low Coolant Level ......Modifying Your Vehicle ....Jump Starting ........ Low Fuel Indicator ......
  • Page 271 Main Menu Index Playing the XM Satellite Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . Change, How to ......Radio .......... Rear Seat, Folding ......Change, When to ...... PGM-FI System ......Rear View Mirror ......Checking Engine ...... Power Door Locks ......Rear Windows .........
  • Page 272 Main Menu Index Restraint, Child ....... Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt . Airbag Service ......Reverse Gear Position ....Seats, Adjusting the ......How the Passenger Airbag Off Roof Rack ........Second (2) Gear Position ..... Indicator Works ...... Rotation, Tire ........
  • Page 273 Main Menu Index Stereo Sound System ....Tire Pressure Monitoring System Tools, Tire Changing ....Storing Your Vehicle ....(TPMS) ........Towing Supplemental Restraint Indicator ........A Trailer ........Theft Protection, Radio ....Emergency ........ System ........ . 11, Three Way Catalytic Converter . Equipment And Accessories .
  • Page 274 Main Menu Index Wrecker, Emergency Towing ..Unexpected, Taking Care WARNING, Explanation of .... of the .......... Warning Labels, Location of ..* * Uniform Tire Quality Grading Warranty Coverages ....XM Radio ........Unleaded Gasoline ......Washers, Windshield * Used Oil, How to Dispose of ..
  • Page 275: Service Information Summary

    (see page 33 psi (230 kPa , 2.3 kgf/cm ) Rear Differential Fluid: Rear: Oil change capacity (including Honda Dual Pump Fluid. Do not 35 psi (240 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm ) filter): use ATF. SC model 4.4 US qt (4.2 )

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