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Honda 00X31-TK6-6100 User's Manual

1. Model Software iPod classic Ver 1 0 or more iPod with Ver 1 2 or more video iPod 5th generation iPod nano Ver 1 2 or more iPod nano 2nd Ver 1 1 2 or more generation iPod nano 3rd Ver 1 0 or more generation iPod touch Ver 1 1 1 or more Use only compatible iPods with the latest software iPods that are not compatible will not work in this audio unit NOTE e Do not connect your iPod using a HUB e Do not keep the iPod in the vehicle Direct sunlight and high heat will damage it e Do not use an extension cable between the USB adapter cable equipped with your vehicle and your dock connector e We recommend backing up your data before playing it In AAC format DRM digital rights management files cannot be played If the system finds a DRM file the audio unit displays UNPLAYABLE and then skips to the next file CONTINUED 171 soimjeay Playing an iPod Models with navigation system Connecting an iPod USB CONNECTOR 1 Open the upper glove box and pull out the USB adapter cable 172 DOCK CONNECTOR USB CONNECTOR 2 Connect your dock connector to the iPod correctly and securely 3 Install the dock connector to the USB connector securely If the audio system still does not recognize the iPod the iPod may need to be reset Follow the instructions that came with your iPod or you can find reset instructions online at www apple co
2. Sound Background skips E yl e n sea apr ff sie G oj PRESET BUTTONS You can use the preset buttons while a card is playing to select or change files Each preset button s function is shown on the bottom of the screen Icons on the screen can also be selected with the joystick Move the joystick left or right and up or down until the icon is highlighted then press the ENT on the top of the joystick to select the icon CONTINUED 163 somjeay Playing a PC card Models with navigation system SKIP Each time you press gt gt I preset 6 the player skips forward to the beginning of the next file Press I lt preset 5 to skip backward to the beginning of the current file Press it again to skip to the beginning of the previous file FF REW To move rapidly within a file press and hold B preset 4 or lt d preset 3 FOLDER SELECTION To select a different folder press either side of the TUNE FOLDER bar to move the beginning of the next folder Press the A side of the TUNE FOLDER bar to skip the next folder and to the side to move the beginning of the current folder Press it again to skip to the beginning of the previous folder 164 TRACK REPEAT FILE REPEAT To continuously replay a file press the RPT button preset 1 You will see TRACK REPEAT in the d
3. the center of the flat tire area rw 25 Store the wheel cover or center Be ha cap in the cargo area Make sure it Ty A will not get scratched or damaged Loose items can fly around the For For NG interior in a crash and could 26 Close the tailgate normal spare k gt fa ee dG N seriously injure the occupants 27 On U S models Your vehicle s original tire has a tire pressure monitoring system sensor To replace a tire refer to 21 Place the flat tire face down in the T a Tire with TPMS see spare tire well Store the wheel jack and tools securely before driving 22 Secure the flat tire by screwing the wing bolt back into its hole CONTINUED 289 pop dx un oy Jo SULL Changing a Flat Tire Installing a wheel cover i WIRE SUPPORT RING 3 Make sure the wire support ring is 2 Align the valve mark on the wheel CLIPS CLIPS cover to the tire valve on the on the outer side of the tire valve FP EC Ste tae wheel then install the wheel as shown cover 1 Make sure the wire support ring is hooked into the clips around the edge of the wheel cover 290 Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire How to Use the Tire Repair Kit All Canadian models with automatic transmission To reduce weight your vehicle is equipped with a tire repair kit instead of a spare tire This kit will allow you to temporarily repair a flat tir
4. 301 Radio Disc Sound System 143 Radio Theft Protection 191 Readiness Codes s ccsssscceees 329 Rear Lights Bulb Replacement ccssscccessees 266 Rearview Mirror ss cccceceees 101 Rear Window Defogger 76 Rear Window Wiper and Waste a scvcscsiseacriecetptsueinevaas 73 Recommended Shift Speeds 218 Refueling ccs desscccccisaswcssesssccesueieves 199 Reminder Indicators 006 60 Remote Audio Controls 189 Remote Transmitter cc00 90 Replacement Information Dust and Pollen Filter 268 Engine Oil and Filter 254 USES a5 dc cesitedesestsedsccestesveatesers 306 light Bulbs css cccksvnsccsvsneseciaseiss 262 Schedule scscsicccsdarsnnsaraenioccnon 251 Spark PWS css cv sciesonsvixetcursncsidin 318 Dia A T E 276 VIII Replacing Seat Belts Aftera Reportin g Safety Defec ss sides Reserve Tank Engine breseseseseseeeee Res traint Ch a d eee ccccccccccccccccce Reverse Gear Position Reverse Lockout Safety Defects Reporting U S S a fe ty Tanti ae ETETTTTETETTTETTTTETITITITT Hea Restraints ecco coreseccceeeorcec Seats amp Seat Backs Safety Labels Location of Safety Messages Seat Belts cccccecccsessesesseeeeees 8 18 Additional Information 18 Advice for Pregnant Women 16 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ceeeeeeee
5. 100 Rear Defogger cceeeeseees 76 Windshield CNCAMIIG y 555 cudardissiziaccessiccscenstans 73 Defroster sscccccscsssssssnseseees 113 Washers o eeeeeeeeseeesseeseeeeees 73 258 Wipers Windshield Changing Blades ss00008 269 Operation cccesessssreceeeeees 73 Rear Windshield Wiper and AETS E eN EE 73 Worn Tires ceeeeesesssceceeeceeeeees 275 Wrecker Emergency Towing 311 Xl Service Information Summary Gasoline Manual Transmission Fluid Unleaded gasoline pump octane Honda Manual Transmission Fluid number of 87 or higher preferred or an SAE 10W 30 or Fuel Tank Capacity Lek eed oilasa ene 10 6 US gal 40 L replacement see page Recommended Engine Oil Capacity including differential API Premium grade 5W 20 LOUS HSL detergent oil see page 253 Oil change capacity including filter 3 8 US qt 3 6 L Automatic Transmission Fluid Honda Genuine ATF Z1 automatic transmission fluid see page 259 Brake Fluid Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 preferred or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary replacement see page 261 Tire Pressure measured cold Front Rear All models except Sport 32 psi 220 kPa 2 2 kgf cm Sport model 33 psi 230 kPa 2 3 kgf cm Spare Tire Pressure 60 psi 420 kPa 4 2 kgf cm
6. 71 Controls Near the Steering WHEEL psccctsisdectedeaxadeenienssiavianses 72 Windshield Wipers and Washers sassy cxavdousyis temas teivpenaris 73 Windshield Wipers 6 5 73 Rear Window Wiper and Washer siscenvsisnnensscansocsiveenccivs 73 Turn Signal and Headlights 74 Headlights cccccccsssseceesseeeeees 75 Instrument Panel Brightness 76 Hazard Warning Button 76 Rear Window Defogget 76 Steering Wheel Adjustments 77 Keys and Lacks ic siccccssatencorscvinacevess 78 Immobilizer System 000 79 Ignition Switch cosssasciseseccrsssssssevsces 80 Door LOCKS ccccccccccessesssssseseeseees 81 Power Door Locks 0 00008 81 Childproof Door Locks 82 Auto Door Locking UImIOCKING scsccoesnunectrexpavcceaiad 83 Auto Door Locking 008 83 Auto Door Unlocking 85 Tailgate coxtpersissvecwsidaiaveeeviaieiiewenes 88 Remote Transmitter 000008 90 SSC AUS E E E E A 93 Power Windows ccccsssssseseees 100 Mitroi Seinresosnannranonrans 101 Parking Brake svcsecsesseesssssavansesnes 102 Interior Convenience Items 104 Lower Glove BOX csese0000es 105 Upper Glove Bok ccss0e0 105 Beverage Holders 0 106 Seat Under Box ccceeeeeees 106 Accessory Power Socket 106 Sun Visor ccccececessessseceeeeeees 106 Interi
7. Automatic front seat belt tensioners see page 20 Sensors that can detect a moderate to severe front impact or side impact Sensors that can detect whether a child is in the passenger s side airbag path and signal the control unit to turn the airbag off see page 29 Sensors that can detect whether the driver s seat belt and the front passenger s seat belt are latched or unlatched see page 18 A driver s seat position sensor that monitors the distance of the seat from the front airbag If the seat is too far forward the airbag will a with less force see page 27 24 e Weight sensors that monitor the weight on the front passenger s seat If the weight is about 65 Ibs 29 kg or less the weight of an infant or small child the passenger s front airbag will be turned off see page 27 A sophisticated electronic system that continually monitors and records information about the sensors the control unit the airbag activators the seat belt tensioners and driver and front passenger seat belt use when the ignition switch is in the ON dD position e An indicator on the instrument panel that alerts you to a possible problem with your airbags sensors or seat belt tensioners see page 30 e An indicator on the instrument panel that alerts you that the passenger s side airbag has been turned off see page 31 e An indicator on the dashboard that alerts you that the passenger s front airbag has bee
8. Contents A convenient reference to the sections in this manual Your Vehicle at a Glance A quick reference to the main controls in your vehicle Driver and Passenger Safety Important information about the proper use and care of your vehicle s seat belts an overview of the supplemental restraint system and valuable information on how to protect children with child restraints Instruments and Controls Explains the purpose of each instrument panel indicator and gauge and how to use the controls on the dashboard and steering column Features How to operate the heating and air conditioning system the audio system and other convenience features 2 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 Maintenance The maintenance minder shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer for maintenance service There is also a list of things to check and instructions on how to check them Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience and details how to handle them Technical Information ID numbers dimensions capacities and technical information Warranty and Customer Relations U S and Canada only A summary of the warranties covering your new vehicle and how to contact us for any reason Refer t
9. Maximum layers 8 The specifications for compatible AAC files are Sampling frequency 8 11 025 12 16 22 05 24 32 44 1 48 kHz 138 Bit rate 8 320 kbps Supported standards MPEG4 AAC LC MPEG2 AAC LC Partition Top partition only Maximum layers 8 Even if recorded in MP3 WMA or AAC format a file with unsupported version cannot be played If the system finds it the audio unit displays UNSUPPORTED and then skips to the next file In WMA or AAC format DRM digital rights management files cannot be played If the system finds a DRM file the audio unit displays UNPLAYABLE FILE and then skips to the next file Connecting a USB Flash Memory Device USB CONNECTOR USB ADAPTER CABLE 1 Open the upper glove box and pull out the USB adapter cable Playing a USB Flash Memory Device Models without navigation system USB CONNECTOR 2 Connect the USB flash memory device to the USB connector correctly and securely When the USB flash memory device is connected the USB indicator is shown in the display Text Data Display Function Each time you press the TITLE button the display mode shows you in sequence the folder name the file name the artist name the album name the song name or name off which turns off the text display The display shows up to about 16 characters of the selected data If the text data has more than 16 characters you
10. Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious injury or death in a crash even though your vehicle has airbags In addition most states and all Canadian provinces and territories require you to wear seat belts Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious injury or death in a crash even though your vehicle has airbags Be sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts and wear them properly When properly worn seat belts e Keep you connected to the vehicle so you can take advantage of the vehicle s built in safety features e Help protect you in almost every type of crash including frontal impacts side impacts rear impacts rollovers Help keep you from being thrown against the inside of the vehicle and against other occupants Keep you from being thrown out of the vehicle Help keep you in a good position should the airbags ever deploy A good position reduces the risk of injury from an inflating airbag and allows you to get the best advantage from the airbag Of course seat belts cannot completely protect you in every crash But in most cases seat belts can reduce your risk of serious injury What You Should Do Always wear your seat belt and make sure you wear it properly Your Vehicle s Safety Features Your vehicle also has side airbags to help protect the upper torso of the Your vehicle has a supplemental deroa
11. The high temperature indicator should be off under most conditions If the engine coolant temperature gets higher than normal the indicator will blink If it stays on you should determine the reason hot day driving up a steep hill etc If the vehicle overheats you should take immediate action The only indication may be the high temperature indicator blinking or remaining on Or you may see steam or spray coming from under the hood NOTICE Driving with the high temperature indicator on can cause serious damage to your engine Steam and spray from an overheated engine can seriously scald you Do not open the hood if steam is coming out jad Safely pull to the side of the road Put the transmission in neutral manual or Park automatic and set the parking brake Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights If you see steam and or spray coming from under the hood turn off the engine Wait until you see no more signs of steam or spray then open the hood 3 If you do not see steam or spray leave the engine running and check the high temperature indicator If the high heat is due to overloading the engine should start to cool down almost immediately If it does wait until the high temperature indicator goes off then continue driving If the high temperature indicator stays on turn off the engine CONTINUED 301 pop dx un ou Jo
12. Bit rate 48 320 VBR kbps Max 384 Supported standards WMA version 7 8 9 Partition Top partition only Maximum layers 8 The specifications for compatible AAC files are Sampling frequency 8 11 025 12 16 22 05 24 32 44 1 48 kHz Bit rate 8 320 kbps Supported standards MPEG4 AAC LC MPEG2 AAC LC Partition Top partition only Maximum layers 8 Even if recorded in MP3 WMA or AAC format a file with unsupported version cannot be played If the system finds it the audio unit displays UNSUPPORTED and then skips to the next file In WMA or AAC format DRM digital rights management files cannot be played If the system finds a DRM file the audio unit displays UNPLAYABLE FILE and then skips to the next file Connecting a USB Flash Memory Device USB CONNECTOR y USB ADAPTER CABLE 1 Open the upper glove box and pull out the USB adapter cable CONTINUED 179 soimjeay Playing a USB Flash Memory Device Models with navigation system USB CONNECTOR 2 Connect the USB flash memory device to the USB connector correctly and securely When the USB flash memory device is connected and the USB mode is selected on the audio system the WMA or MP3 indicator is shown on the navigation screen It also shows the folder and file numbers and the elapsed time on the screen 180 To Change or Select Files Use the SKIP butto
13. Introduction Congratulations Your selection of a 2010 Honda Fit was a wise investment It will give you years of driving pleasure One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to read this manual In it you will learn how to operate its driving controls and convenience items Afterwards keep this owner s manual in your vehicle so you can refer to it at any time Several warranties protect your new vehicle Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights and responsibilities Maintaining your vehicle according to the maintenance minder shown in the instrument panel helps to keep your driving trouble free while it preserves your investment When your vehicle needs maintenance keep in mind that your dealer s staff is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to your vehicle Your dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer any questions and concerns As you read this manual you will find information that is preceded by a NOTICE symbol This information is intended to help you avoid damage to your vehicle other property or the environment 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
14. fea Track List Sound Background FOLDER FOLDER REPEAT RANDOM REW FF SKIP SKIP 1 i i ais qf 1 TRACK LIST ICON You can also select a file directly from a track list on the audio display Press the AUDIO button to show the audio display then touch the Track List icon The track list menu appears on the display 166 FOLDER ICON Select a track PLAY MODE FOLDER in SBcarno 2 102 BB 1o 3 103 CC 4 10 DD 5 10 EE Song Search Return Y RETURN ICON To scroll through the display touch the A or W icon on the side of the screen To go back to the previous display touch the Return icon To play a file touch its icon on the screen In folder mode touch the folder icon on the upper left of the screen to move to the root folder The current folder is highlighted in blue ARTIST NAME Select a track PLAY MODE 1 ale AA Artist A a 2 12 BB Artist B 3 13 CC Artist C 4 is DD Artist D 5 es EE Artist E Song Search Return Y In artist mode the artist name is also displayed on the right side of each selectable icon Select the desired file Playing a PC card Models with navigation system ALBUM NAME Select a
15. LOCK TAB 2 Disconnect the blade assembly from the wiper arm e Put a cloth on the edge of the lock tab to prevent scratches then push up on the lock tab carefully with a flat tip screwdriver CONTINUED 269 IIULUJUPWN Wiper Blades WIPER ARM BLADE 4 Examine the new wiper blades If they have no plastic or metal reinforcement along the back edge remove the metal reinforcement strips from the old wiper blade and install them in the slots along the edge of the new blade REINFORCEMENT e Pivot the blade assembly toward 3 Remove the blade from its holder the wiper arm until it releases by grabbing the tabbed end of the from the wiper arm blade Pull firmly until the tabs come out of the holder When replacing a wiper blade make sure not to drop the wiper blade or wiper arm down on the windshield Make sure the two rubber tabs inside the blade fit to each notch of the reinforcement as shown 270 Wiper Blades 5 Place the top of the wiper blade on the end of the blade assembly and slide the blade onto the assembly Make sure the blade is completely installed 6 Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm Push down the lock tab Make sure the wiper blade assembly locks in place 7 Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield the passenger s side first then the driver s side To replace the rear wiper blade 1
16. NAVIGATION SYSTEM VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS AUXILIARY INPUT JACK P 190 VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST VSA SYSTEM OFF SWITCH P 234 STEERING WHEEL CRUISE CONTROL ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET ADJUSTMENTS BUTTONS 2 P 106 Vehicle with navigation system is shown P 77 P 194 1 To use the horn press the center pad of the steering wheel 2 If equipped 3 Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system Refer to the navigation system manual 72 Windshield Wipers and Washers Windshield Wipers 1 MIST 2 OFF 3 INT Intermittent 4 LO Low speed 5 HI High speed 6 Windshield washers Push the right lever up or down to select a position MIST The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever OFF The wipers are not activated INT The wipers operate every few seconds LO The wipers run at low speed HI The wipers run at high speed Windshield Washers Pull the wiper control lever toward you and hold it The washers spray until you release the lever The wipers run at low speed then complete one more sweep after you release the lever Rear Window Wiper and Washer 1 OFF When you turn the wiper switch to the OFF position the wiper will return to its parked position Rotate the switch clockwise to turn the rear window wiper ON Hold past ON to turn the rear window wiper on and to spray the rear win
17. tilter Front turn signal lights 12 V 21 W Amber Ena A Total 44 US gt 42 L Parking lights side marker lights 12 V 3 8 W Amber Y ee Fog igne 12V SWUH Change 1 19 US gal 4 5 L nese signal lights 12 V 21 W Amber Total 1 32 US gal 5 0 L Stop Taillights 12 V 21 5 W Manual Back up lights 12V 16W transmission License plate lights 12V 5W Change 1 16 US gal 4 4 L Ceiling light 12V 8W Total 1 29 US gal 4 9 L Cargo area light 12V 5W Automatic Change 2 6 US qt 2 5 L Map light 12V 8W transmission Total High mount brake light LED fluid Manual transmission fluid Total 6 18 US qt 5 85 L 1 6 US qt 1 5 L 1 7 US qt 1 6 L Windshield U S Vehicles washer Canada Vehicles reservoir 2 6 US qt 2 5 L 4 8 US qt 4 5 L 1 Excluding the oil remaining in the engine 2 Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine Reserve tank capacity 0 116 US gal 0 44 L x For some types 319 UOeULIOJUT eOTUYIIT Specifications Battery Tires Capacity 12 V 32 AH 5 HR Size Front Rear 175 65R15 84S 12 V 34 AH 5 HR 185 55R16 83H 12V TAO See Spare T125 70D15 95M Fuses T135 80D15 99M Interior See page 309 or the fuse label Pressure Front Rear 32 psi 220 kPa 2 2 kgf cm attached to the dash
18. 32 40 48 64 80 96 128 160 192 kbps Compatible with variable bit rate and multi session Maximum layers including ROOT 8 layers NOTE If a file on an MP3 or WMA disc is protected by digital rights management DRM the audio unit displays FILE ERROR and then skips to the next file Playing a Disc Models with navigation system To Load a Disc OPEN BUTTON The in dash disc player is behind the navigation screen To use the disc player press the OPEN button beside the screen The screen folds back and the disc slot appears DISC SLOT Insert a disc about halfway into the disc slot The drive will pull the disc in the rest of the way and begin to play it You cannot load and play 3 inch 8 cm discs in this system CLOSE BUTTON To return the screen to the upright position press the CLOSE button on the edge of the screen panel Do not use the folded screen as a tray If you put a cup for example on the screen the liquid inside the cup may spill on the screen when you go over a bump CONTINUED 151 somjeay Playing a Disc Models with navigation system Press the AUDIO button beside the screen to show the audio display and operate the in dash disc player You can also operate the audio system without using the control icons on the audio screen Press the CD AUX button The status bar appears on the bottom of the screen On the navigation screen you can see t
19. Aerodynamic drag has a big effect on fuel mileage at speeds above 45 mph 75 km h Reduce your speed and you reduce the drag Trailers car top carriers roof racks and bike racks are also big contributors to increased drag e Always drive in the highest gear possible If your vehicle has a manual transmission you can boost your fuel economy by up shifting as early as possible Fuel Economy e Avoid excessive idling Idling results in 0 miles per gallon e Minimize the use of the air conditioning system The A C puts an extra load on the engine which makes it use more fuel Use the fresh air ventilation when possible e Plan and combine trips Combine several short trips into one A warmed up engine is more fuel efficient than a cold one Calculating Fuel Economy Measuring Techniques Direct calculation is the recommended source of information about your actual fuel economy Using frequency of fill ups or taking fuel gauge readings are NOT accurate measures of fuel economy Fuel economy may improve over the first several thousand miles Checking Your Fuel Economy Miles Q Gallons Miles per driven TE of fuel R Gallon x Liter mar L per 100 km 1 Fill the fuel tank until the nozzle automatically clicks off 2 Reset trip counter to zero 3 Record the total gallons liters needed to refill 4 Follow one of the simple calculations above 205 Sunnud aog Accessories and
20. Aux TRACK O1 Track A FOLDER 256 AAAA Time 102 35 1 12 vo 4u_J one COWDER MPS SAN Sean Track List Sound Background FOLDER FOLDER REPEAT RANDOM REW FF SKIP SKIP i 1 f 1 r i r l r 1 r 1 To select a play mode push the AUDIO button to show the audio display then touch the PLAY MODE icon on the display 162 Select one of the following Folder Artist Album Select the desired mode by touching the appropriate icon or move the joystick then press the ENT Select one of the following Continue playing the current song Play a new track list After you select the play mode the display changes to the selectable playing menu If you select Continue playing the current song the system goes into the selected play mode after playing the current file Playing a PC card Models with navigation system If you select Play a new track list the system goes into the selected play mode immediately and begins to play the new track list To go back to the previous screen press the CANCEL button on the right side of the screen To exit the play mode screens press the AUDIO button To Change or Select Tracks Files PRESET BUTTON S FUNCTION CARD Aux
21. Lap Shoulder Belt 000008 19 Automatic Seat Belt TENSIONET S wiccssseseseccccccasesseesees 20 Seat Belt Maintenance 20 Additional Information About Your AITD AGS s ccasseosecacentseecausesescesess 22 Airbag System Components 22 How Your Front Airbags Work 25 How Your Side Airbags Work 28 How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work secccscssaceccccssssccsoasesessoesses 30 How the SRS Indicator Works 30 How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works 0s000008 31 How the Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Works 000008 31 Airbag Service ccsssssessseesseees 32 Additional Safety Precautions 33 Protecting Children General Guidelines ccccceeeeeeeeeees 34 All Children Must Be Restrained cssecsesesesesessnens 34 All Children Should Sit in a Back DE Al E E 35 The Passenger s Front Airbag Can Pose Serious Risks 35 If You Must Drive with Several CHATE seieesavessesssevessssscssseesse 37 If a Child Requires Close Attention ssscssisrsrssissrsisicrsreisisss 37 Additional Safety Precautions 38 Protecting Infants and Small Children ccccccceceseeeeeeees 39 Protecting Infants ssc000 39 Protecting Small Children 40 Selecting a Child Seat 0000088 41 Installing a Child Seat 00088 42 Installing a Child Seat with LAT GE ip ivcdcssveevecsssieesetsisessies 43 Insta
22. Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment gt This device complies with Industry 2i Canada Standard RSS 210 Operation is subject to the following two conditions this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device 237 Towing a Trailer Towing Your Vehicle Behind a Motorhome Towing a Trailer Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer Attempting to do so can void your warranties 238 Towing Your Vehicle Behind a Motorhome Your vehicle can be towed behind a motorhome at legal highway speeds up to 65 mph 100 km h Do not exceed 65 mph 100 km h Otherwise severe transmission damage will occur When purchasing a tow bar make sure you select a reputable manufacturer and installer Follow the manufacturer s attachment instructions carefully The steering system can be damaged if the steering wheel is locked Leave the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY I position and make sure the steering wheel turns freely before you begin towing Automatic transmission Perform the following proce
23. Raise the wiper arm off the rear 3 window B 2 Disconnect the blade assembly E from the wiper arm by pivoting the blade assembly upward CONTINUED 271 Wiper Blades 3 Slide the blade out of the holder 272 4 Examine the new wiper blades If REINFORCEMENT 5 Slide the new blade into the holder Make sure it is engaged in the slot along its full length Insert both ends of the blade into the holder Make sure they are secure they have no plastic or metal reinforcement along the back edge remove the metal reinforcement strips from the old wiper blade and install them in the slots along the edge of the new blade 6 Install the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm Make sure it locks in place 7 Lower the wiper arm against the windshield Tires To safely operate your vehicle your tires must be the proper type and size in good condition with adequate tread and correctly inflated The following pages give more detailed information on how to take care of your tires and what to do when they need to be replaced AWARNING Using tires that are excessively worn or improperly inflated can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed Follow all instructions in this owner s manual regarding tire inflation and maintenance Inflation Guidelines Keeping the tires properly inflated provides the best combination of handling tread life and riding comfort
24. Sport only csxcrssacasvcennidedeineenerss 224 VSA and the tire pressure Par IDE O EER A EE 229 monitoring system TPMS Braking System cccccceeseeeees 230 Anti lock Brakes ABS 5 231 Vehicle Stability Assist VSA aka Electronic Stability Control ESC System ccceseeeeeees 233 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPIS ccdadessexitansvesotceesvxmveonts 235 Towing a Trailer ccccccceee 238 Towing Your Vehicle Behind a Motorhome esseseessse00sss00000 238 213 Sunuq Driving Guidelines On Sport model Your vehicle is designed to give you optimum handling and performance on well maintained roads As part of this design your vehicle has minimum ground clearance e Use caution if you ever drive your vehicle on very rough or rutted roads You could damage the suspension and underbody by bottoming out Going too fast over parking lot speed bumps can also cause damage 214 e Curbs and steep inclines could damage the front and rear bumpers Low curbs that do not affect the average vehicle may be high enough to hit the bumper on your vehicle The front or rear bumper may scrape when trying to drive onto an incline such as a steep driveway or trailer ramps Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks and adjustments before you drive your vehicle 1 Make sure all windows mirrors and outside lights are clean and unobstructed
25. TREBLE mmo poo o pa FADERLFR MMMM RR a BALANCE L mm R fiall svc Off Low Mid Hi BASS TREBLE SETTING BASS Adjusts the bass TREBLE Adjusts the treble To adjust the treble and bass touch or on each side of the treble or bass adjustment bar The adjustment bar on the right lower display shows you the current setting FADER Adjusts the front to back strength of the sound To adjust the front rear fader touch the FR or RR icon BALANCE Adjusts the side to side strength of the sound To adjust the left right balance touch the L or R icon The right upper display shows you the current setting of the sound strength coming from each speaker SVC speed sensitive volume compensation The SVC mode controls the volume based on vehicle speed The faster you go the louder the audio volume becomes As you slow down the audio volume decreases Touch the appropriate icon Low Mid Hi Off to select the mode This function is set to MID as the default setting when the vehicle leaves the factory If you feel the sound is too loud choose low If you feel the sound is too quiet choose Hi You can also select the icon with the joystick Move it up and down to move the highlighting and scroll through lists Select the icon then enter the joystick The system will return to the audio display about 10 seconds after you s
26. When you turn the system back on the disc will begin playing where it left off Protecting Discs For information on how to handle and protect compact discs see page 186 127 soimjeay Disc Player Error Messages Models without navigation system The chart on the right explains the error messages you may see in the display while playing a disc If you see an error message in the display while playing a disc press the eject button After ejecting the disc check it for damage or deformation If there is no damage insert the disc again For the additional information on damaged discs see page 187 The audio system will try to play the disc If there is still a problem the error message will reappear Press eject button and pull out the isc Insert a different disc If the new disc plays there is a problem with the first disc If the error message cycle repeats and you cannot clear it take your vehicle to a dealer 128 Error Cause Solution Message Will disappear when the temperature returns HEAT ERROR High Temperature tonormal Track File format not Current track will be skipped The next UNSUPPORTED supported supported track or file plays automatically BAD DISC Mechanical Error Press the EJECT button and pull out the PLEASE CHECK disc Check the disc for serious damage OWNERS signs of deformation excessive scratches MANUAL PUSH and or dirt see page 187 Insert the disc EJEC
27. contact your dealer for a replacement SUN VISORS U S models Canadian models CAUTION PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY POUR EVITER DES BLESSURES GRAVES FOR MAXIMUM SAI OTECTION SHES YOU MUST iS D UNE COLLIS YS WEAR Yi L OUJOURS VOTRE GEIN ECUR DON RWARD e NINS JAMAIS UN SIEGE POUR EATS IN ANY FRONT ENFANTS FAIS E E SIEGE DU P R AVANT A N FLIP VISOR OVER e BONOT T e N T OR LEAN UNNECESSARILY CLOSE TO THE AIR BAG e DO NOT PLACE ANY OBJECTS OVER THE AIR BAG OR BETWEEN THE AIR BAG AND YOURSEL G E ET VOUS n EVEN WITH ADVANCED AIR BAGS e m Children can be killed or seriously injured by the air bag m The back seat is the safest place for children m Never put a rear facing child seat in the front m Always use seat belts and child restraints m See owner s manual for more information about air bags DASHBOARD U S models only T his Vehicle is Equipped with Advanced Air Bags Even with Advanced Air Bags Children can be killed or seriously injured by the air bag The back seat is the safest place for children Never put a rear facing child seat in the front Always use seat belts and child restraints See owner s manual for more information about air bags C To be removed by owner only 54 Safety Labels DOORJAMBS U S models RADIATOR CAP Canadian models SIDE AIRBAG This car is equipped with side airbags in the front sea
28. e Underinflated tires wear unevenly adversely affect handling and fuel economy and are more likely to fail from being overheated e Overinflated tires can make your vehicle ride more harshly are more prone to damage from road hazards and wear unevenly The tire pressure monitoring system TPMS warns you when a tire pressure is low See page 235 for more information If equipped Even though your vehicle is equipped with TPMS we recommend that you visually check your tires every day If you think a tire might be low check it immediately with a tire gauge Use a gauge to measure the air pressure in each tire at least once a month Even tires that are in good condition may lose 1 to 2 psi 10 to 20 kPa 0 1 to 0 2 kgf cm per month Remember to check the spare tire if equipped at the same time Check the air pressures when the tires are cold This means the vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours or driven less than 1 mile 1 6 km Add or release air if needed to match the recommended cold tire pressures CONTINUED 273 IIULUJUPWN Tires If you check air pressures when the tires are hot driven for several miles kilometers you will see readings 4 to 6 psi 30 to 40 kPa 0 3 to 0 4 kgf cm higher than the cold readings This is normal Do not let air out to match the recommended cold air pressure The tire will be underinflated You should get your own tire pressure gauge and use
29. explosion keep cigarettes sparks and flames away from the battery and all fuel related parts Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or compressed air 244 Improperly maintaining this vehicle or failing to correct a problem before driving can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in this owner s manual Potential Vehicle Hazards e Carbon Monoxide poison from engine exhaust Be sure there is adequate ventilation whenever you operate the engine e Burns from hot parts Let the engine and exhaust system cool down before touching any parts e Injury from moving parts Do not run the engine unless instructed to do so AWARNING Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can cause you to be seriously hurt or killed Always follow the procedures and precautions in this owner s manual Some of the most important safety precautions are given here However we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task Maintenance Minder Your vehicle displays engine oil life Engine Oil Life Display The remaining engine oil life is and maintenance service items on SELECT RE
30. if you check and fill your tires in a warm area then drive in extremely cold weather the tire pressure will be lower than measured and could be underinflated and cause the low tire pressure indicator to come on Or if you check and adjust your tire pressure in cooler conditions and drive into extremely hot conditions the tire may become overinflated However the low tire pressure indicator will not come on if the tires are overinflated Refer to page 273 for tire inflation guidelines Although your tire pressure is monitored you must manually check the tire pressures monthly 236 Each tire including the spare should be checked monthly when cold and set to the recommended inflation pressure as specified on the tire information label and in the owner s manual see page 274 MS Tire Pressure Monitoring TP System TPMS Indicator This indicator comes on and stays on if there is a problem with the tire pressure monitoring system If this happens the system will shut off and no longer monitor tire pressures Have the system checked by your dealer as soon as possible If the low tire pressure indicator or TPMS indicator comes on the VSA system automatically turns on even if the VSA system is turned off by pressing the VSA OFF switch see page 234 If this happens you cannot turn the VSA system off by pressing the VSA off switch again If equipped When you restart the vehicle with t
31. including ROOT 8 layers In WMA format DRM digital rights management files cannot be played If the system finds a DRM file it skips that file and plays the next available folder or file The PC card slot is behind the navigation screen To use the PC card player press the OPEN button beside the screen The screen folds back and the PC card slot appears 160 Insert a PC card straight into the slot The drive will read the PC card and begin to play it Return the screen to the upright position by pressing the CLOSE button on the edge of the screen panel Press the AUDIO button beside the screen to show the audio display and operate the PC card player You can also operate the audio system without using the control icons on the audio screen Press any of the appropriate control buttons The status bar appears on the bottom of the screen On the navigation screen you can see the audio information whenever you touch the AUDIO INFO icon on the screen There are three play modes Folder Artist and Album Touch the PLAY MODE icon then choose one of the modes by touching its icon When a mode is selected it is highlighted in blue e Folder mode plays tracks in the order they were added to the card e Artist mode plays tracks in alphabetical order by artist and song title e Album mode plays albums folders in alphabetical order If play mode information was not included in the tracks files when th
32. pressing the select reset knob repeatedly but this message will be displayed each time the engine is started It will take several days of normal driving for the vehicle to turn the warning off Gauges If the system still detects a loose or missing fuel fill cap the malfunction indicator lamp MIL comes on Turn the engine off and check or retighten the fuel fill cap until it clicks at least once The MIL goes out after several days of normal driving once the cap is tightened or replaced If it does not go out have your dealer inspect the vehicle For more information see page 304 Maintenance Minder The information display in the instrument panel shows you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is in the ON I position This information helps to keep you aware of the periodic maintenance your vehicle needs for continued trouble free driving Refer to page 245 for more information 71 s oQUOZ pue syusUMsUT Controls Near the Steering Wheel PADDLE SHIFTER DOWNSHIFT 2 HORN INSTRUMENT PANEL PADDLE SHIFTER WINDSHIELD P 224 BRIGHTNESS UPSHIFT 2 WIPERS WASHERS P 224 P 73 HAZARD WARNING BUTTON P 76 PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR P 31 REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER HEATED MIRROR BUTTON P 76 102 HEADLIGHTS TURN SIGNAL FOG LIGHTS 2 P 74 REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONS P 189
33. 02 35 MENU ae Sj AUDIO BUTTON gt AUDIO SETUP GAN sean Track List Background omar SCAN BUTTON SCAN FOLDER FOLDER REPEAT RANDOM REW FF SKIP SKIP TUNE FOLDER BAR _1RPT i 2RDM i 3 i A gt i 5M4 i GPP REPEAT BUTTON SKIP BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON SKIP BUTTON CONTINUED 177 soimjeay Playing a USB Flash Memory Device Models with navigation system To Play a USB Flash Memory Device This audio system can operate the audio files on a USB flash memory device with the same controls used for the in dash disc player To play a USB flash memory device connect it to the USB adapter cable in the upper glove box then press the CD AUX button The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY J or ON ID position The audio system reads and plays the audio files on the USB flash memory device in MP3 WMA or AAC formats Depending on the format the display shows MP3 WMA or AAC when a USB flash memory device is playing The USB flash memory device limit is up to 700 folders or up to 65535 files x Only AAC format files recorded with iTunes are playable on this audio unit 178 The recommended USB flash memory devices are 256 Mbyte or higher and formatted with the FAT file system Some digital audio players may be compatible as well Some USB flash memory device such as device
34. 1 H button until the numbers advance to the desired time Change the minutes by pressing the 2 M button until the numbers advance to the desired time Press the FM AM CLOCK button again to enter the set time You can quickly set the time to the nearest hour If the displayed time is before the half hour press the FM AM CLOCK button until you hear a beep then press the 3 R button to set the clock back to the previous hour If the displayed time is after the half hour the clock sets forward to the beginning of the next hour 192 1 H BUTTON 3 R BUTTON 2 M BUTTON For example 1 06 will reset to 1 00 1 53 will reset to 2 00 On vehicles with navigation system The navigation system receives signals from the global positioning system GPS and the displayed time is updated automatically by the GPS Refer to the navigation system manual for how to adjust the time Security System On Sport model The security system helps to protect your vehicle and valuables from theft The horn sounds and a combination of headlights parking side marker lights and taillights flashes if someone attempts to break into your vehicle or remove the audio unit This alarm continues for 2 minutes then the system resets To reset an activated system before the 2 minutes have elapsed unlock the driver s door with the key or the remote transmitter The security sys
35. 47 JLS Josuosseg PW IANA Installing a Child Seat Using the Center Anchor ANCHOR 1 Lower the head restraint to its lowest position 2 After properly securing the child seat see page 45 open the anchor cover 48 ee ANCHOR TETHER STRAP HOOK 3 Route the tether strap over the head restraint then attach the tether strap hook to the anchor making sure the tether strap is not twisted 4 Tighten the strap according to the seat maker s instructions Protecting Larger Children When a child reaches the recommended weight or height limit for a forward facing child seat the child should sit in a back seat on a booster seat and wear the lap shoulder belt The following pages give instructions on how to check proper seat belt fit what kind of booster seat to use if one is needed and important precautions for a child who must sit in front Allowing a child age 12 or under to sit in front can result in injury or death if the passenger s front airbag inflates If a child must ride in front move the vehicle seat as far back as possible use a booster seat if needed have the child sit up properly and wear the seat belt properly Checking Seat Belt Fit To determine if a lap shoulder belt properly fits a child have the child put on the seat belt then ask yourself 1 Does the child sit all the way back against the seat 2 Do the child s knees bend comfort
36. 76 Park Gear Position cc ccceee 220 PARI O72 os2 resucccecstiasantecieersascess 229 Parking Brake ccccceeeseeeeees 102 Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator cccceceseeeeeeeee 60 305 Parking Lights ccccceeseeeeees 74 Parking Over Things that POU eer eee 229 328 Passenger Airbag Off Indicator 31 PGM FI System cccceeeee 327 Playing a Disc ssecscissssieresoence 122 149 Playing an iPod cc sisesscsavese 129 170 Playing a PC card ccsscssencceensneccers 158 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device esssssssesessesessssssee 136 177 Playing the AM FM Radio 143 Playing the FM AM Radio 115 Pollen Filter ccsscccsssscceees 268 Power Door Locks sseecceees 81 Power Socket Location 106 Power Windows sccssseeeees 100 Pregnancy Using Seat Belts 16 Preparing to Drive cccceeee 215 Proper Seat Belt Usage 14 Protecting Adults and Teens 11 Additional Safety Precautions 17 Advice for Pregnant Women 16 Protecting Children 0c008 34 General Guidelines 34 Protecting Infants 000 39 Protecting Larger Children 49 Protecting Small Children 40 Using Child Seats with Tethers csseccccessereecssnees 47 Using LATCH eee eeeeeeeee 43 CONTINUED Vil Index PRO Radiator Overheating
37. BUTTONS BUTTON P 76 102 VEHICLE STABILITY A INPUT JACK ASSIST VSA SYSTEM OFF ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET SWITCH P 106 P 234 STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS P 77 P 194 Vehicle with navigation system is shown 1 To use the horn press the center pad of the steering wheel 2 If equipped 3 Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system Refer to the navigation system manual 4 Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important information about how to protect yourself and your passengers It shows you how to use seat belts It explains how your airbags work And it tells you how to properly restrain infants and children in your vehicle Important Safety Precautions 6 Your Vehicle s Safety Features 7 Seat Belts scisssscsssssssessceessseveces cesses 8 Apa gS a sis s snsavandsovnaseiscoonasececeasas 9 Protecting Adults and Teens 11 1 Close and Lock the Doors 11 2 Adjust the Front Seats 11 3 Adjust the Seat Backs 12 4 Adjust the Head Restraints 13 5 Fasten and Position the Seat Belts sicssesssvsdsveseceesseoascesssens 14 6 Maintain a Proper Sitting POSION sscisccccssanescsedseeccescsee 15 Advice for Pregnant Women 16 Additional Safety Precautions 17 Additional Information About Your Seat Belts cccceseeseeeeseeeeees 18 Seat Belt System Components 18
38. Cage 2 Crush Zones 3 Seats and Seat Backs 4 Head Restraints 5 Collapsible Steering Column 6 Seat Belts 7 Front Airbags 8 Side Airbags 9 Side Curtain Airbags 10 Front Seat Belt Tensioners 11 Door Locks Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to 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 front and rear crush zones a collapsible steering column and tensioners that tighten the front seat belts in a crash However you and your passengers can t take full advantage of these features unless you remain sitting in the correct position and always wear your seat belts In fact some safety features can contribute to injuries if they are not used properly The following pages explain how you can take an active role in protecting yourself and your passengers JLS Josuosseg pue IANA Your Vehicle s Safety Features Seat Belts Your vehicle is equipped with seat belts in all seating positions Your seat belt system also includes an indicator on the instrument panel and a beeper to remind you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts Why Wear Seat Belts Seat belts are the single most effective safety device for adults and larger children Infants and smaller children must be properly restrained in child seats
39. Control 194 Automatic Transmission 219 Capacity Fluid go cccsssevorcsasasetecas 319 Checking Fluid Level 259 Paddle Shifters ccccceeeee 224 Shifting oc eee ceeeseeeeeeeeee 219 Shift Lever Position Indicators cccccccccesesseeseees 219 Shift Lever Positions 220 Shift Lock Release 00008 223 Automatic Transmission Fluid 259 Auxiliary Input Jack 005 190 Average Fuel Economy 70 Battery Charging System Indicator cccccccecseseees 60 303 Jump Starting 0 0 ceeeeeeeeeeees 299 Maintenance ccccseseseseeeees 279 Specifications cceeesseseeeeees 320 Before Driving ccceseseceeeees 197 Belts Seat sereen 8 18 Beverage Holders s 00008 106 Booster Seats cccccssssessseceeeees 50 Brakes Anti lock Brakes ABS 231 Break in New Linings 198 Bulb Replacement 4 266 Fluid csiskeeteduenutershanvesniniereansnies 261 Par BIS cossisurcccrssatordvapterencavecsts 102 System Design cccseseeeees 230 System Indicator 60 305 Wear Indicators 2sscccsee 230 Braking System sscccecssaveneveaneteesis 230 Break in New Vehicle 198 Brightness Control Instrument ccccceeeeeeeeeeees 76 CONTINUED Index Bulb Replacement Back up Lights c sccceeee 266 Brake lights
40. GRIP To close the hood lift it up slightly to remove the support rod from the hole Put the support rod back into its holding clip Lower the hood to about a foot 30 cm above the fender then let it drop Make sure it is securely latched Oil Check DIPSTICK Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off before you check the oil 1 Remove the dipstick orange loop 2 Wipe off the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel 3 Insert the dipstick all the way back into its hole J UPPER MARK LOWER MARK 4 Remove the dipstick again and check the level It should be between the upper and lower marks If it is near or below the lower mark see Adding Engine Oil on page 253 201 Sunuq e10joq Service Station Procedures Engine Coolant Check Refer to Owner s Maintenance Checks on page 250 for information RESERVE TANK about checking other items on your po vehicle Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines If it is below the MIN line see Adding Engine Coolant on page 256 for information on adding the proper coolant 202 Fuel Economy Actual Mileage and EPA Fuel Economy Estimates Comparison Fuel economy is not a fixed number It varies based on driving conditions driving habits and vehicle condition Therefore it is not possible for one set of estimates to predict fuel economy precisely for all drive
41. If the testing facility determines that the readiness codes are not set you will be requested to return at a later date to complete the test If you must get the vehicle retested within the next two or three days you can condition the vehicle for retesting by doing the following 1 Make sure the gas tank is nearly but not completely full around 3 4 2 Make sure the vehicle has been parked with the engine off for 6 hours or more 3 Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40 and 95 F 4 Without touching the accelerator pedal start the engine and let it idle for 20 seconds 5 Keep the vehicle in Park automatic transmission or neutral manual transmission Increase the engine speed to 2 000 rpm and hold it there until the temperature gauge rises to at least 1 4 of the scale about 3 minutes 6 Without touching the accelerator pedal let the engine idle for 20 seconds CONTINUED 329 uoneULIOyUy Jeou L Emissions Testing 7 Select a nearby lightly traveled major highway where you can maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph 80 to 97 km h for at least 20 minutes Drive on the highway in D automatic or 5th manual Do not use the cruise control When traffic allows drive for 90 seconds without moving the accelerator pedal Vehicle speed may vary slightly this is okay If you cannot do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of traffic conditions drive for at least 30 seconds then rep
42. Jeou L Tire Labeling Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Required Federal Explanation Glossary of Tire Terminology Cold Tire Pressure The tire air pressure when the vehicle has been parked for at least three hours or driven less than 1 mile 1 6km Load Rating Means the maximum load that a tire is rated to carry for a given inflation presure Maximum Inflation Pressure the maximum tire air pressure that the tire can hold Maximum Load Rating Means the load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire Recommended Inflation Pressure The cold tire inflation pressure recommended by the manufacturer Treadwear Indicators TWD Means the projections within the principal grooves designed to give a visual indication of the degrees of wear of the tread 324 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Required Federal Explanation U S models only Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system TPMS
43. Modifications Modifying your vehicle or installing some non Honda accessories can make it unsafe Before you make any modifications or add any accessories be sure to read the following information Accessories Your dealer has Honda accessories that allow you to personalize your vehicle These accessories have been designed and approved for your vehicle and are covered by warranty Although non Honda accessories may fit on your vehicle they may not meet factory specifications and could adversely affect your vehicle s handling and stability 206 Improper accessories or modifications can affect your vehicle s handling stability and performance and cause a crash in which you can be hurt or killed Follow all instructions in this owner s manual regarding accessories and modifications When properly installed cellular phones alarms two way radios and low powered audio systems should not interfere with your vehicle s computer controlled systems such as your airbags anti lock brakes and tire pressure monitoring system if equipped Before installing any accessory e Make sure the accessory does not obscure any lights or interfere with proper vehicle operation or performance Be sure electronic accessories do not overload electrical circuits see page 307 or interfere with proper operation of your vehicle Before installing any electronic accessory have the installer contact your dea
44. RDS category name blinking while searching it When it finds one it will stop and play that station for about 10 seconds If you do nothing the system will scan for the next strong station and play it for 10 seconds When it plays a station that you want to listen to press the SCAN button again If the system does not find a station NOTHING will be blinking for about 5 seconds then the system goes back to the last selected station You can use the RDS program search or scan function even if the PS name display function is off In this case the display shows a frequency in place of a PS name Playing the FM AM Radio Models without navigation system Adjusting the Sound Press the SOUND a1 button to select an appropriate setting bass treble fader balance and SVC speed sensitive volume compensation Turn the VOL SELECT knob to adjust the setting BASS Adjusts the bass TREBLE Adjusts the treble FADER Adjusts the front to back strength of the sound BALANCE Adjusts the side to side strength of the sound Each mode is shown in the display as it changes Turn the VOL SELECT knob to adjust the setting to your liking When the level reaches the center you will see C in the display SVC Adjusts the volume level based on the vehicle speed The system will return to the audio display about 10 seconds after you stop adjusting a mode Speed sensitive Volume Compensa
45. Remove frost snow or ice 2 Check that the hood is fully closed 3 Visually check the tires If a tire looks low use a gauge to check its pressure see page 273 4 Check that any items you may be carrying are stored properly or fastened down securely 5 Check the seat adjustment see page 93 6 Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors see page 101 7 Check the steering wheel adjustment see page 77 8 Make sure the doors and the tailgate are securely closed and locked 9 Fasten your seat belt Check that your passengers have fastened their seat belts see page 14 10 When you start the engine check the gauges and indicators in the instrument panel see page 59 Sunuq 215 Starting the Engine 1 Apply the parking brake 2 In cold weather turn off all electrical accessories to reduce the drain on the battery 3 Manual transmission Press the clutch pedal down all the way The START IID position does not function unless the clutch pedal is pressed Automatic transmission Make sure the shift lever is in Park Press on the brake pedal 216 4 Without touching the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to the START IID position Do not hold the key in the START ID position for more than 15 seconds at a time If the engine does not start right away pause for at least 10 seconds before trying again NOTICE The immobilizer system protects you
46. SULL If the Engine Overheats 5 Look for any obvious coolant leaks such as a split radiator hose Everything is still extremely hot so use caution If you find a leak it must be repaired before you continue driving see Emergency Towing on page 311 6 If you don t find an obvious leak check the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank Add coolant if the level is below the MIN mark 7 If there was no coolant in the reserve tank you may need to add coolant to the radiator Let the engine cool down until the high temperature indicator goes off before checking the radiator 302 Removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray out seriously scalding you Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the radiator cap Using gloves or a large heavy cloth turn the radiator cap counterclockwise without pushing down to the first stop After the pressure releases push down on the cap and turn it until it comes off 9 10 Start the engine and set the temperature control dial to maximum heat Add coolant to the radiator up to the base of the filler neck If you do not have the proper coolant mixture available you can add plain water Remember to have the cooling system drained and refilled with the proper mixture as soon as you can Put the radiator cap back on tightly Run the engine and check the high temperature indicator If it b
47. Seat 42 Instant Fuel Economy 0 70 Instrument Panel csescceees 59 Instrument Panel Brightness 76 Instruments and Controls 57 Interior lights sessiscescsssselcerveisntve 107 Ceiling light ssssdocvsveisvnderntacancess 107 Jntroduction sssscseseiteureiee siias i iPod Error Messages 135 176 Jacking up the Vehicle 285 Jack Tire cceteccectsevesstebsessesacttesss 285 Jump Starting 00 ceeceeeeees 299 Vi KEyS ee eree EEA 78 E S Oe Label Certification cee 316 Lane Change Signaling 74 Lap Shoulder Belt 14 19 LATCH Anchorage System 43 Lights Bulb Replacement 006 262 EVGA WE Cireccncpeesnareeetnseseon 59 Anilici ate ooreen esmen 107 Parking sisascseissoessntnsnceaenssaceeentis 74 Turn Signal wc cceceeeeeeeeeee 74 Toad Limit sa sseisvndesensvexisvcheosbevvens 209 LOCK Ignition Key Position 80 Locks Anti theft Steering Column 80 Childproof Door cccssvanseesesseuxieses 82 Fuel Fill Door sssccesesswsveedesssvvguss 199 Lockout Prevention 82 Power Door ccccceceeeeeeeeeeeees 81 Tailgate sdcesvsavsssicieroccasthacsanssties 88 Low Coolant Level ss0e00 202 Lower Anchors cccccccsseeeeeeees 43 Lower Glove BOX sssseseeeeees 105 Low Fuel Indicator seeeeeee 62 Low Oil Press
48. a click after about 5 seconds 4 Release the switch and within 5 seconds turn the ignition switch to the LOCK 0 position 84 To program the Park Lock mode 3 Push and hold the front of the Locks all doors and tailgate when the master door lock switch on the shift lever is moved out of the Park P driver s door You will hear a click position A T vehicles only Keep holding the switch until you hear another click after about 5 seconds 4 Release the switch and within 5 seconds turn the ignition switch to the LOCK 0 position 1 Make sure the shift lever is in the Park P position 2 Turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position and make sure to close the driver s door Door Locks To program the Drive Lock mode Locks all doors and tailgate when the vehicle s speed reaches about 9 mph 15 km h 1 Make sure the shift lever is in the Park P position A T vehicles 2 Turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position and make sure to close the driver s door 3 On A T vehicles push and hold the brake pedal and move the shift lever out of the Park P position 4 Push and hold the front of the master door lock switch on the driver s door You will hear a click Keep holding the switch until you hear another click after about 5 seconds 5 Release the switch and within 5 seconds turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY D position O
49. a flat tire replace the flat tire with the compact spare see page 284 and have the flat tire repaired as soon as possible If two or more tires are underinflated call a professional towing service see page 311 For more information see page 235 64 TPMS Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Indicator U S models only This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON I 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 is a problem with the TPMS With this indicator on the low tire pressure indicator will not come on when a tire loses pressure Take the vehicle to your dealer to have the system checked 0 Lights On Indicator This indicator reminds you that the exterior lights are on It comes on when the light switch is in either the 00 or ED position If you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY I or LOCK 0 position without turning off the light switch this indicator will stay on A reminder chime will also sound when you open the driver s door Fog Light Indicator On Sport model This indicator comes on when you turn on the fog lights For more information see page 75 High Beam Indicator This indicator comes on with the high beam headlights For more information see page 75 This indicator comes on with reduced brightness when th
50. a moment This stops the gears so they won t grind When slowing down you can get extra braking from the engine by shifting to a lower gear This extra braking can help you maintain a safe speed and prevent your brakes from overheating while going down a steep hill Before downshifting make sure the engine speed will not go into the tachometer s red zone in the lower gear A WARNING Rapid slowing or speeding up can cause loss of control on slippery surfaces If you crash you can be injured Use extra care when driving on slippery surfaces Sunuq CONTINUED 217 Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points Drive in the highest gear that lets the engine run and accelerate smoothly This will give you good fuel economy and effective emissions control The following shift points are recommended Shift up Normal acceleration 1st to 2nd 15 mph 24 km h 2nd to 3rd 27 mph 44 km h 3rd to 4th 39 mph 63 km h 4th to 5th 53 mph 85 km h 218 Engine Speed Limiter If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in the engine speed will enter into the tachometer s red zone If this occurs you may feel the engine cut in and out This is caused by a limiter in the engine s computer controls The engine will run normally when you reduce the rpm below the red zone The engine speed limiter only works when you upshift engine speed is not limited during downshifts Befo
51. almost all conditions Keeping the system in recirculation mode particularly with the A C off can cause the windows to fog up Switch to recirculation mode when driving through dusty or smoky conditions then return to fresh air mode Rear Window Defogger Button e a This button turns the rear window defogger on and off see page 76 On some models this button also operates the heated outside mirrors see page 102 Mode Control Dial Use the mode control dial to select the vents the air flows from Some air will flow from the dashboard corner vents in all modes H Air flows from the center and corner vents in the dashboard 4 4 Airflow is divided between the vents in the dashboard and the floor vents 6 Air flows from the floor vents 4 Airflow is divided between the floor vents and defroster vents at the base of the windshield CHV Air flows from the defroster vents at the base of the windshield CONTINUED 111 soimjeay Vents Heating and A C When you select 34 or GP the system automatically turns on the A C if equipped You cannot turn the A C off in this mode Ventilation The flow through ventilation system draws in outside air circulates it through the interior then discharges it through vents near the tailgate 1 Set the temperature to the lower limit 2 Make sure the A C is off 3 Select FW and cS 4 Set the fan to the desired speed 112 Using the Heater
52. and pull the iPod correctly and securely out the USB adapter cable 3 Install the dock connector to the USB connector securely CONTINUED 131 soimjeay Playing an iPod Models without navigation system The display shows up to about 16 characters of the selected data If the text data has more than 16 characters you will see the first 15 characters and the gt indicator in the display Press and hold the TITLE button until the next 16 characters are shown 132 To Change or Select Files Use the SKIP button while an iPod is playing to select passages and change files SKIP Each time you press the gt SKIP button the system skips forward to the beginning of the next file Press the 4 SKIP button to skip backward to the beginning of the current file Press it again to skip to the beginning of the previous file To move rapidly within a file press and hold either side gt gt or K4 of the SKIP button Playing an iPod Models without navigation system Press the VOL SELECT knob DHG l Mics 4 You can also select a file from any list on the iPod menu playlists artists albums and songs by using the VOL SELECT knob Push the VOL SELECT knob to switch the display to an iPod menu then turn the VOL SELECT knob to select a desired list Press the VOL SELECT knob to set your selection The display shows items on the selected list Turn the VOL SELE
53. be in the ACCESSORY I or ON ID position It will not power an automotive type cigarette lighter element Sun Visor To use the sun visor pull it down When using the sun visor for the side window remove the support rod from the clip and swing it out Make sure you put the sun visor back in place when you are getting into or out of the vehicle Interior Lights Ceiling Light DOOR ACTIVATED The ceiling light has a three position switch ON Door Activated and OFF In the Door Activated center position the light comes on when you e Open any door e Unlock the doors and the tailgate with the key or the remote transmitter if equipped After all doors are closed tightly the light fades out in about 30 seconds The ceiling light with the switch in the door activated position comes on when you remove the key from the ignition switch If you do not open a door the light fades out in about 30 seconds If you leave any door open without the key in the ignition switch the ceiling light will go off after 15 minutes 107 s oQUOD pue syusUMsUT 108 Features The heating and air conditioning system in your vehicle provides a comfortable driving environment in all weather conditions The standard audio system has many features This section describes those features and how to use them Your vehicle has an anti theft audio system that requires a code number to enable it The securit
54. cccsccecsccasesessccacnnsas 266 Fog lights ssissessiiirisoisissssssess 265 Front Parking Lights 263 Front Side Marker Lights 263 Front Turn Signal Lights 264 Headlights ccecesssseceeeees 262 Rear Bulbs ssscecscisssseavvacsvciaviaees 266 Specifications ccceseseseseeeees 319 Taillights sisissrecssissseisvssireeasass 266 Turn Signal Lights 263 266 Bulbs Halogen esxpisss sbivervsesoes 262 Capacities Chart ccccssscccsees 319 Carbon Monoxide Hazard 53 CANDO eea E 208 Cargo HOOK seeessesesseeesesereeseesseeee 212 Cargo How to Carry eeseessseessse 208 Carrying Cargo u cccsessssseeeeeeees 208 CAUTION Explanation of iii CD Cares icisssceisceisassesscesacaeecesdases 186 CD Error Messages 128 157 CD Player vscvavveseniesciaceveceiacss 122 149 Ceiling Light ccssicassdavscavstareidestans 107 Certification Label s0cc00e 316 Chains Tires cccceceessesceeeeee 278 Changing a Flat Tire 6 285 Changing Oil HOW to u eeececcecccececeececeeeceeeseees 254 When tO o ccsesecesssrteeesseeceeee 245 Charging System Indicator cccccseseseseeeee 60 303 Check Fuel Cap Indicator 70 Checklist Before Driving 215 Childproof Door Locks 5 82 Child Safety x ifuessisipccarssigoivavenipieines 34 Booster Seats ccccecsessseneees 50 Child Seats
55. 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 This data belongs to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by anyone else except as legally required or with the permission of the vehicle owner Service Diagnostic Recorders This vehicle is equipped with service related devices that record information about powertrain performance The data can be used to verify emissions law requirements and or help technicians diagnose and solve service problems It may also be combined with data from other sources for research purposes but it remains confidential A Few Words About Safety Your safety and the safety of others is very important And operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility To help you make informed decisions about safety we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others Of course it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle You must use your own good judgement You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms including e Safety Labels on the vehicle e Safety Messages preceded by a safety alert symbol N and one of three sig
56. door Pushing the bottom of the master door lock switch unlocks all doors and the tailgate CONTINUED 81 sjo uo pue syusUMsUT Door Locks The lock tab on each passenger s door locks and unlocks only that door Pushing forward the lock tab on the driver s door unlocks only that door To unlock only the driver s door from the outside turn the key and release it If you turn it again the remaining doors and the tailgate unlock To lock a passenger s door when getting out of the vehicle pull the lock tab rearward and close the door To lock the driver s door remove key from ignition switch and pull the lock tab rearward or push the top of the master door lock switch then close the door 82 Lockout Prevention If you forget and leave the key in the ignition switch lockout prevention will not allow you to lock the driver s door With any door open and the key in the ignition switch locking with master door lock switch is disabled If the driver s door is closed the lock tab on the driver s door is not disabled Pulling the driver s lock tab rearward will lock all doors If you try to lock an open driver s door by pulling the lock tab rearward the driver s door lock tab pops out and unlocks the driver s door Childproof Door Locks The childproof door locks are designed to prevent children seated in the rear from accidentally opening the rear doors Each rear door has a lock lever near the
57. edge With the lever in the LOCK position lever is down the door cannot be opened from the inside regardless of the position of the lock tab To open the door pull the lock tab forward and use the outside door handle Door Locks Auto Door Locking Unlocking On all models except Canadian DX and DX A Your vehicle has customizable settings for the doors and tailgate to automatically lock and unlock There are default settings for each of these features You can turn off or change the settings for these features as described on the following pages When you customize the setting make sure your vehicle is parked safely the engine is off and apply the parking brake Make all settings before you start driving Auto Door Locking The auto door locking feature has three possible settings e The auto door locking is deactivated all the time e All doors and tailgate lock whenever you move the shift lever out of the Park P position A T vehicles e All doors and tailgate lock when the vehicle speed reaches 9 mph 15 km h This is the default setting To turn off the Auto Door Lock modes 1 Make sure the shift lever is in the Park P position A T vehicles 2 Turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position and open the driver s door CONTINUED 83 s oQUOD pue suoumysug Door Locks 3 Push and hold the front of the master door lock switch on the driver s door until you hear
58. file are Sampling frequency 32 44 1 48 kHz Bit rate 48 64 80 96 128 160 192 kbps Compatible with variable bit rate and multi session Maximum layers including ROOT 8 layers 124 To Load a Disc Insert a disc about halfway into the disc slot The drive will pull the disc in the rest of the way to play it You operate the disc player with the same controls used for the radio The number of the current track is shown in the display When playing a disc in MP3 or WMA the numbers of the current folder and file are shown The system will continuously play a disc until you change modes You cannot load and play 3 inch 8 cm discs in this unit For information on how to handle and protect compact discs see page 186 Text Data Display Function Each time you press the TITLE button the display shows you the text data on a disc if the disc was recorded with text data You can see the album artist and track name in the display If a disc is recorded in MP3 or WMA you can see the folder and file name and the artist album and track tag With the folder name you will see the FOLDER indicator in the display The TRACK indicator is shown with the file or track name When you press the TITLE button while a disc without text data is playing you will see NO INFO on the display The display shows up to about 16 characters of selected text data the folder name file name etc If the text data has
59. flat tire is off the ground Remove the wheel nuts then remove the flat tire Handle the wheel nuts carefully they may be hot from driving Place the flat tire on the ground with the outside surface facing up BRAKE HUB 13 Before mounting the spare tire wipe any dirt off the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a clean cloth Wipe the hub carefully it may be hot from driving CONTINUED 287 popedxouy ou Jo SULL Changing a Flat Tire 14 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 the wheel nuts fully 15 Lower the vehicle to the ground and remove the jack 288 16 Tighten the wheel nuts securely in 17 Sao the same crisscross pattern Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility Tighten the wheel nuts to 80 Ibf ft 108 N m 11 kgf m On Sport model and Canadian LX model with manual transmission Remove the center cap before storing the flat tire FLOOR LID 18 Remove the strap loop from the legs of the head restraint and lower the cargo area floor lid 19 Pull the floor lid toward you and remove the tabs 20 Pull the floor lid out Changing a Flat Tire 23 Store the jack Place the tool kitin 24 Place the floor lid in the cargo
60. for the required maintenance SERVICE A OILLIFE x When the remaining engine oil life is 5 to 1 percent you will see a SERVICE message along with the same maintenance item code s every time you turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position Maintenance Minder The maintenance item code or codes indicate the main and sub items required at the time of the oil change see page 248 You can switch the information display from the engine oil life display to the odometer or the trip meter Press and release the select reset knob on the instrument panel When the engine oil life is 15 to 1 percent the maintenance minder indicator lt comes on every time you turn the ignition switch to the ON I position then it goes out if you switch the information display When you see this message have the indicated maintenance performed by your dealer as soon as possible When the remaining engine oil life is 0 percent the engine oil life indicator will blink The display comes on every time you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position The maintenance minder indicator also comes on and remains on in the instrument panel When you see this message immediately have the indicated maintenance done by your dealer SERVICE NEGATIVE MILEAGE If you do not perform the indicated maintenance negative mileage is displayed and begins to blink after the vehicle has been driven 10 miles 10
61. in MP3 WMA mode Press the button to skip backward to the beginning of the current track Press it again to skip to the beginning of the previous track To move rapidly within a track press and hold the gt gt or MA button You can also operate the track selection by using the VOL SELECT knob Press the VOL SELECT knob and you will see SEL in the display Turn the knob to switch the track number Press the VOL SELECT knob or W PLAY button to set your selection To turn it off press the A gt button CONTINUED 125 soimjeay Playing a Disc Models without navigation system In MP3 WMA mode FOLDER SELECTION To select a different folder press the A gt or Vv PLAY button Press the A SD button to skip to the next folder and the W PLAY button to skip to the previous folder You can also operate the folder and file selection by using the VOL SELECT knob Press the VOL SELECT knob and you will see SEL in the display Turn the knob to switch the folder number and press the knob to set your selection Turn the knob to switch the file number and press the knob to your selection To turn it off press the A button repeatedly REPEAT TRACK FILE REPEAT To continuously replay a track file in MP3 WMA mode press the RPT button You will see RPT in the display Press and hold the RPT button to turn it off 126 In MP3 WMA mode FOLDER REPEAT This feature when activated repla
62. in MP3 or WMA mode To activate the scan feature press the SCAN button You will see SCAN in the display You will get a 10 second sampling of each track file in the disc folder Press and hold the SCAN button to get out of scan mode and play the last track sampled In MP3 WMA mode FOLDER SCAN This feature when activated samples the first file in each folder on the disc in the order they are recorded To activate the folder scan feature press the SCAN button repeatedly You will see F SCAN in the display The system will then play the first file in the main folders for about 10 seconds If you do nothing the system will then play the following first files for 10 seconds each When the system samples the first file of all folders F SCAN is cancelled and the system plays normally Each time you press the SCAN button the mode changes from track file scan to folder scan then to normal playing To Stop Playing a Disc Press the eject button 4 to remove the disc If you eject the disc but do not remove it from the slot the system will automatically reload it after 10 seconds and put it in pause mode To begin playing press the CD button Press the FM AM button to switch to the radio while a disc is playing Press the CD button to play the disc If you turn the system off while a disc is playing either with the power button or by turning off the ignition switch the disc will stay in the drive
63. in Period Fuel Recommendation Break in Period Help assure your vehicle s future reliability and performance by paying extra attention to how you drive during the first 600 miles 1 000 km During this period e Avoid full throttle starts and rapid acceleration e Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles 300 km e Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time You should also follow these recommendations with an overhauled or exchanged engine or when the brakes are replaced 198 Fuel Recommendation Your vehicle is designed to operate on unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number of 87 or higher Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent heavy metallic rapping noise that can lead to engine damage We recommend using quality gasolines containing detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits In addition in order to maintain good performance fuel economy and emissions control we strongly recommend in areas where it is available the use of gasoline that does NOT contain manganese based fuel additives such as MMT Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely affect performance and cause the malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel to come on If this happens contact your authorized dealer for service Some gasoline today is blended with oxygenates such as ethanol or MTBE Your vehicle is designed to operate on oxygenated gaso
64. in blue To Stop Playing a Disc To play the radio when a disc is playing press the AM FM button or touch the FM1 FM2 or AM icon If a PC card is in the audio unit touch the CARD icon to play the PC card Press the CD AUX button again or touch the CD icon to switch back to the in dash disc player If you turn the system off while a disc is playing either with the power volume knob or by turning off the ignition switch the disc will stay in the drive When you turn the system back on the disc will begin playing where it left off CONTINUED 155 soimjeay Playing a Disc Models with navigation system Removing a Disc To remove a disc from the audio unit fold back the screen by pressing the OPEN button see page 150 Press the disc eject button 4 to remove the disc If you eject the disc but do not remove it from the slot the system will automatically reload it after 10 seconds and put it in pause mode To begin playing press the CD AUX button To return the screen to the upright position press the CLOSE button You cannot close the screen if a disc is partially inserted into its slot You can also eject the disc when the ignition switch is off 156 Protecting Discs For information on how to handle and protect discs see page 186 Disc Player Error Messages Models with navigation system If you see an error message in the Error display while playing
65. in the selected folder in the order they are stored To activate the scan feature press the SCAN button You will see TRACK SCAN in the display You will also see the file number blinking You will get a 10 second sampling of each file in the folder Press the SCAN button to get out of the scan mode The system plays the last file sampled CONTINUED 181 soimjeay Playing a USB Flash Memory Device Models with navigation system FOLDER SCAN This feature samples the first file in each folder in the order they are stored To activate the folder scan feature press and hold the SCAN button You will see FOLDER SCAN in the display You will also see the folder number blinking You will get a 10 second sampling of each first file in the folder s Press the SCAN button to get out of the scan mode The system plays the last file sampled 182 To Stop Playing a USB Flash Memory Device To play the radio when a USB flash memory device is playing press the FM AM button or touch the FM1 FM2 or AM icon If a disc is in the audio unit press the CD AUX button or touch the CD icon to play the disc Ifa PC card is in the audio unit press the CD AUX button or touch the CARD icon to play a PC card Press the CD AUX button again or touch the AUX icon to switch back to the USB flash memory device Disconnecting a USB Flash Memory Device You can disconnect the USB flash memory device in any time even if the USB
66. inside for the specified time period with no mileage limit Accessory Limited Warranty Honda accessories are covered under this warranty Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors Please read your warranty booklet for details Replacement Parts Limited Warranty covers all Honda replacement parts against defects in materials and workmanship Replacement Battery Limited Warranty provides prorated coverage for a replacement battery purchased from your dealer Replacement Muffler Lifetime Limited Warranty provides coverage for as long as the purchaser of the muffler owns the vehicle Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties Please read the 2010 Honda warranty information booklet that came with your vehicle for precise information on warranty coverages Your vehicle s original tires are covered by their manufacturer Tire warranty information is in a separate booklet Canadian Owners Please refer to the 2010 warranty manual that came with your vehicle 333 suopepy JouIo sng pue huee Reporting Safety Defects U S Vehicles If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying American Honda Motor Co Inc 334 If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation an
67. inspected for leaks whenever e The vehicle is raised for an oil change e You notice a change in the sound of the exhaust e The vehicle was in a collision that may have damaged the underside Carbon monoxide gas is toxic Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and even kill you Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that expose you to carbon monoxide High levels of carbon monoxide can collect rapidly in enclosed areas such as a garage Do not run the engine with the garage door closed Even with the door open run the engine only long enough to move the vehicle out of the garage With the tailgate open airflow can pull exhaust gas into your vehicle s interior and create a hazardous condition If you must drive with the tailgate open open all the windows and set the heating and cooling system as shown below If you must sit in your parked vehicle with the engine running even in an unconfined area adjust the heating and cooling system as follows 1 Select the fresh air mode 2 Select the y mode 3 Turn the fan on high speed 4 Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting 53 JLS Josuosseg PW IANA Safety Labels These labels are in the locations shown They warn you of potential 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 dashboard label which may be removed by the owner
68. instrument panel to verify that the security system is set Never park over dry leaves tall grass or other flammable materials The hot three way catalytic converter could cause these materials to catch on fire e If the vehicle is facing uphill turn the front wheels away from the curb If your vehicle has a manual transmission put it in first gear and set the parking brake If the vehicle is facing downhill turn the front wheels toward the curb If your vehicle has a manual transmission put it in reverse gear and set the parking brake Make sure the parking brake is fully released before driving away 2 Driving with the parking brake a partially set can overheat or damage the rear brakes 229 Braking System Your vehicle is equipped with front disc brakes The brakes on the rear wheels are drum A power assist helps reduce the effort needed on the brake pedal The anti lock brake system ABS helps you retain steering control when braking very hard Resting your foot on the pedal keeps the brakes applied lightly builds up heat and reduces their effectiveness and reduces brake pad life In addition fuel economy can be reduced It also keeps your brake lights on all the time confusing drivers behind you Constant application of the brakes when going down a long hill builds up heat and reduces their effectiveness Use the engine to assist the brakes by taking your foot off the accelerator and downshi
69. intervals When no one is sitting in the front passenger s seat or a child or small adult is riding there the indicator should not come on and the beeper should not sound If the indicator comes on or the beeper sounds when the driver s seat belt is latched and there is no front seat passenger and no items on the front seat something may be interfering with the monitoring system Look for and remove e Any items under the front passenger s seat e Any object s hanging on the seat or in the seat back pocket e Any object s touching the rear of the seat back If no obstructions are found have your vehicle checked by a dealer Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Lap Shoulder Belt The lap shoulder belt goes over your shoulder across your chest and across your hips To fasten the belt insert the latch plate into the buckle then tug on the belt to make sure the buckle is latched see page 14 for how to properly position the belt To unlock the belt press the red PRESS button on the buckle Guide the belt across your body so that it retracts completely After exiting the vehicle be sure the belt is out of the way and will not get closed in the oor All seat belts have an emergency locking retractor In normal driving the retractor lets you move freely in your seat while it keeps some tension on the belt During a collision or sudden stop the retractor automatically locks the belt to he
70. is above 32 F 0 C To Defog and Defrost To remove fog from the inside of the windows 1 Set the fan to the desired speed or high for faster defrosting 2 Select lt by sliding the lever 3 Select GY The system automatically turns on the A C if equipped The A C indicator will not come on if it was previously off 4 Adjust the temperature so the airflow feels warm REAR REAR 5 Select R G to help clear the rear window 6 To increase airflow to the windshield close the corner vents When you select 4 or GP the system automatically turns on the A C This helps to dehumidify the air and to defog the windshield In either mode you cannot turn off the A C When you switch to another mode the A C returns to its original setting either on or off as indicated by the A C indicator CONTINUED 113 somjeay Vents Heating and A C To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice From the Windows 1 Set the fan and temperature controls to maximum level 2 Select ty The system automatically turns on the A C if equipped The A C indicator does not come on if it was previously off 3 Select GS To clear the windows faster you can close the dashboard corner vents by rotating each vent This sends more warm air to the windshield defroster vents Once the windshield is clear select fresh air mode to avoid fogging the windows For your safety make sure you have a clear view through all the window
71. it If the problem has stranded you on the side of the road you may be able to get going again If not you will also find instructions on getting your vehicle towed Compact Spare Tire cc00 284 Changing a Flat Tire 285 Temporarily Repairing a Flat e dPersecctedeees event aieeeak 291 If the Engine Won t Start 297 Jump Starting sssini 299 If the Engine Overheats 301 Low Oil Pressure Indicator 303 Charging System Indicator 303 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 304 Brake System Indicator 305 A E A 306 Fuse Locations ccseseseeeeeees 309 Emergency Towing ccccceees 311 If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck 312 283 poyedxouy ou Jo Suryey Compact Spare Tire Except all Canadian models with automatic transmission Use the compact spare tire as a temporary replacement only Get your regular tire repaired or replaced and put it back on your vehicle as soon as you can Check the inflation pressure of the compact spare tire every time you check the other tires It should be inflated to 60 psi 420 kPa 4 2 kgf cm 284 Follow these precautions e Never exceed 50 mph 80 km h e This tire gives a harsher ride and less traction on some road surfaces Use greater caution while driving e Do not mount tire chains on the compact spare tire e Do not use your compact spare tire on another veh
72. it feels normal If it does check the brake fluid level the next time you F at a service station see page 261 If the fluid level is low take your vehicle to a dealer and have the brake system inspected for leaks or worn brake pads shoes However if the brake pedal does not feel normal you should take immediate action A problem in one part of the system s dual circuit design will still give you braking at two wheels You will feel the brake pedal go down much farther before the vehicle begins to slow down and you will have to press harder on the pedal Slow down by shifting to a lower gear and pull to the side of the road when it is safe Because of the long distance needed to stop it is hazardous to drive the vehicle You should have it towed and repaired as soon as possible see Emergency Towing on page 311 If you must drive the vehicle a short distance in this condition drive slowly and carefully If the ABS indicator and the VSA system indicator if equipped come on with the brake system indicator have your vehicle inspected by your dealer immediately 305 pop dx un oy Jo SULL Fuses INTERIOR UNDER HOOD On Battery Ses 2 FUSE LID The vehicle s fuses are contained in The under hood fuse box is on the two fuse boxes positive terminal of the battery The interior fuse box is behind the fuse lid To access it pull the fuse lid toward you 306 Fuses Checki
73. km or more Negative mileage means your vehicle has passed the maintenance required point Immediately have the indicated maintenance done by your dealer CONTINUED 247 IIULUJUPWN Maintenance Minder To change the information display from the engine oil life display to the odometer the trip meter or average fuel mileage press and release the select reset knob When the engine oil life is 0 percent or negative mileage the maintenance minder indicator lt remains on even if you change the information display Immediately have the service performed and make sure to reset the display as described 248 Maintenance Main Items and Sub Items MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM A 12345 OILLIFE _ a E MAINTENANCE SUB ITEM S All maintenance items displayed on the information display are in code For an explanation of these maintenance codes see page 251 Resetting the Engine Oil Life Display Your dealer will reset the display after completing the required maintenance service You will see OIL LIFE 100 on the information display the next time you turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position If maintenance service is done by someone other than your dealer reset the maintenance minder as follows 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position 2 Press the select reset knob repeatedly until the engine oil life is displayed Maintenance Minder 12345 3 Press
74. lead and lead compounds Wash your hands after handling If you need to connect the battery to a charger disconnect both cables to prevent damaging your vehicle s electrical system Always disconnect the negative cable first and reconnect it last On vehicles without navigation system If your vehicle s battery is disconnected or goes dead the time setting is lost To reset the time see page 192 If your vehicle s battery is disconnected or goes dead the audio system may disable itself The next time you turn on the radio you will see ENTER CODE in the frequency display Use the preset oo to enter the code see page 191 280 The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas during normal operation A spark or flame can cause the battery to explode with enough force to kill or seriously hurt you Wear protective clothing anda face shield or have a skilled technician do the battery maintenance On vehicles with navigation system The navigation system will also disable itself The next time you turn on the ignition switch the system will require you to enter ENTER CODE before it can be used Refer to the navigation system manual Vehicle Storage If you need to park your vehicle for an extended period more than 1 month there are several things you should do to prepare it for storage Proper preparation helps prevent deterioration and makes it easier to get your vehicle back o
75. mode is selected on the audio system Always follow the USB flash memory device s instructions when you remove it When you disconnect the USB flash memory device while it is playing the navigation screen shows NO DATA If you reconnect the same USB flash memory device the system will begin playing where it left off USB Flash Memory Device Error Messages If you see an error message on the screen see page 183 USB Flash Memory Device Error Messages Models with navigation system If you see an error message on the screen while playing a USB flash memory device find the solution in the chart to the right If you cannot clear the error message take your vehicle to your dealer Error f Solution Message UNPLAYABLE The system cannot read the file s Check the files in the USB flash memory FILE device There is a possibility that the files have been damaged UNSUPPORTED Appears when the unsupported USB flash memory device is inserted NO SONG Information of music is nothing 183 soimjeay FM AM Radio Reception Radio Frequencies The radio can receive the complete AM and FM bands Those bands cover these frequencies AM band 530 to 1 710 kHz FM band 87 7 to 107 9 MHz Radio stations on the AM band are assigned frequencies at least 10 kHz apart 530 540 550 Stations on the FM band are assigned frequencies at least 0 2 MHz apart 87 9 88 1 88 3 Stations must use thes
76. more than 16 characters you will see the first 15 characters and the gt indicator on the display Press and hold the TITLE button until the next 16 characters are shown You can see up to about 31 characters of the text data Playing a Disc Models without navigation system If you press and hold the TITLE button again the display shows the first 15 characters again If any letter is not available it is replaced with dot in the display When the disc has no text data you will see NO INFO on the display You will also see some text data under these conditions e When a new folder file or track is selected e When you change the audio mode to play a disc with text data or in MP3 or WMA e When you insert a disc and the system begins to play When playing a CD DA with text data the album and track name are shown in the display With a disc in MP3 or WMA the display shows the folder and file name When you turn on the audio system next time the system keeps your selection with the TITLE button To Change or Select Tracks Files You can use the SEEK SKIP button while a disc is playing to select passages and change tracks files in MP3 WMA mode In MP3 WMA mode use the A SD or W PLAY button to select folders in the disc and use the SEEK SKIP button to change files SEEK SKIP Each time you press the gt button the player skips forward to the beginning of the next track files
77. mph 40 km h without keeping your foot on the 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 AWARNING Improper use of the cruise control can lead to a crash Use the cruise control only when traveling on open highways in good weather 194 Using the Cruise Control CRUISE BUTTON RES ACCEL CANCEL BUTTON 1 Press the CRUISE button on the steering wheel The CRUISE MAIN indicator on the instrument panel comes on NOTE The main switch can be left on even when the system is not in use SET DECEL BUTTON 2 Accelerate to the desired cruising speed above 25 mph 40 km h 3 Press the SET DECEL button on the steering wheel The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel comes on to show the system is now activated Cruise control may not hold the set speed when you are going up and down hills If your speed increases going down a hill use the brakes to slow down This will cancel cruise control To resume the set speed press the RES ACCEL button The indicator on the instrument panel will come back on When climbing a steep hill the automatic transmission may downshift to hold the set speed Cruise Control Changing the Set Speed You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways e Press and hold the RES ACCEL button When you reach the
78. neutral e Leave the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY D position so the steering wheel does not lock Automatic transmission e Release the parking brake e Start the engine e Shift to D position and hold for 5 seconds then to N Let the engine run for 3 minutes then turn it off e Turn off the engine e Leave the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY D position so the steering wheel does not lock NOTICE Improper towing preparation will damage the transmission Follow the above procedure exactly If you cannot shift the transmission or start the engine automatic transmission your vehicle must be transported with the front wheels off the ground With the front wheels on the ground it is best to tow the vehicle no farther than 50 miles 80 km and keep the speed below 35 mph 55 km h CONTINUED 311 pop dx un oy Jo SULL Emergency Towing If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck NOTICE If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck If your vehicle gets stuck in sand Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the mud or snow call a towing service to bumpers will cause serious damage pull it out see page 311 The bumpers are not designed to support the vehicle s weight For very short distances such as freeing the vehicle you can use the detachable towing hook that mounts on the anchor in the front bumper NOTICE The steering system can be damaged if the steering wheel is locked Leave
79. not have a spare fuse take a fuse of the same rating or a lower rating from one of the other circuits Make sure you can do without that circuit temporarily such as the accessory power socket or radio 308 If you replace the blown fuse with a spare fuse that has a lower rating it might blow out again This does not indicate anything wrong Replace the fuse with one of the correct rating as soon as you can Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances of damaging the electrical system If you do not have a replacement fuse with the proper rating for the circuit install one with a lower rating 6 If the replacement fuse of the same rating blows in a short time there is probably a serious electrical problem in your vehicle Leave the blown fuse in that circuit and have your vehicle checked by a qualified technician On vehicles without navigation system If the radio fuse is removed the audio system will disable itself The next time you turn on the radio you will see ENTER CODE in the frequency display Use the preset buttons to enter the code see page 191 When the audio system is disabled the clock setting in the audio system will be canceled You will need to reset the clock see page 192 On vehicles with navigation system The navigation system will also disable itself The next time you turn on the ignition switch the system will require you to enter ENTER CO
80. of number combinations possible from specific digits making the system work without knowing the exact code is nearly impossible You should have received a card that lists your audio system s code and serial numbers It is best to store this card in a safe place at home In addition you should write the audio system s serial number in this owner s manual If you lose the card you must obtain the code number from a dealer To do this you will need the system s serial number If your vehicle s battery is disconnected or goes dead or the radio fuse is removed the audio system will disable itself If this happens you will see ENTER CODE in the frequency display the next time you turn on the system Use the preset buttons to enter the code On vehicles with navigation system touch the Done icon to set the code The code is on the radio code card included in your owner s manual kit When it is entered correctly the radio will start playing If you make a mistake entering the code do not start over complete the sequence then enter the correct code You have 10 tries to enter the correct code If you are unsuccessful in 10 attempts you must then leave the system on for 1 hour before trying again 191 soimjeay Setting the Clock On vehicles without navigation system Press and hold the FM AM CLOCK button until the displayed time begins to blink then release the button Change the hours by pressing the
81. of the adjustment switch to move the mirror right left up or down 4 When you finish move the selector switch to the center off position This turns the adjustment switch off to keep your settings 102 Heated Mirrors HEATED MIRROR BUTTON On Canadian Sport and LX models The outside mirrors are heated to remove fog and frost With the ignition switch in the ON ID position turn on the heaters by pressing the button The indicator in the button comes on as a reminder Press the button again to turn the heaters off Pressing this button also turns the rear window defogger on and off Parking Brake PARKING BRAKE LEVER To apply the parking brake pull the lever up fully To release it pull up slightly push the button and lower the lever The parking brake indicator on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released see page 60 Parking Brake NOTICE Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles A beeper will sound if the vehicle is driven with the parking brake on 103 s oQUOD pue syusUMsUT Interior Convenience Items COAT HOOK VANITY MIRRORS SEAT BACK POCKET FRONT DOOR POCKET REAR SIDE POCKET RIGHT SIDE SUN VISOR ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET oe GLOVE BOX BEVERAGE HOLDER LOWER GLOVE BOX CARGO FLOOR BOX BEVERAGE HOLDERS PASSENGER S TRAY 1 If equip
82. off the VSA off indicator comes on as a reminder Vehicle Stability Assist 22_ VSA System Indicator When VSA activates you will see the VSA system indicator blink If this indicator comes on while driving pull to the side of the road when it is safe and turn off the engine Reset the system by restarting the engine If the VSA system indicator stays on or comes back on while driving have the VSA system inspected by your dealer NOTE The main function of the VSA system is generally known as Electronic Stability Control ESC The system also includes a traction control function If the indicator does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON ID position there may be a problem with the VSA system Have your dealer inspect your vehicle as soon as possible If the low tire pressure indicator or TPMS indicator comes on the VSA system automatically turns on even if the VSA system is turned off by pressing the VSA OFF switch see page 234 If this happens you cannot turn the VSA system off by pressing the VSA OFF switch again Without VSA your vehicle will have normal braking and cornering ability but it will not have VSA traction and stability enhancement Sunuq CONTINUED 233 Vehicle Stability Assist VSA aka Electronic Stability Control ESC System VSA OFF Switch VSA OFF SWITCH This switch is under the driver s side beverage holder To turn the VSA system on and off
83. on checking the engine s cooling system Do not drive the vehicle while the indicator is on or the engine may be damaged Low Temperature C JaA Indicator This indicator monitors the temperature of the engine coolant If there is no problem this indicator comes on when the engine is cold If it comes on when the engine is warm normal operating temperature have the vehicle inspected by your dealer as soon as possible Instrument Panel Indicators Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators The left or right turn signal indicator blinks when you signal a lane change or turn If an indicator does not blink or blinks rapidly it usually means one of the turn signal bulbs is burned out see page 264 Replace the bulb as soon as possible since other drivers cannot see that you are signaling When you press the hazard warning button both turn signal indicators and all turn signals on the outside of the vehicle flash CONTINUED 63 sjo uo pue suoumysug Instrument Panel Indicators Low Tire Pressure Indicator U S models only This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position If it comes on while driving it indicates that one or more of your vehicle s tires are significantly low on pressure If this happens pull to the side of the road when it is safe check which tire has lost the pressure and determine the cause If it is because of
84. or CD RW may not play due following formats to the recording conditions e Scratches and fingerprints on the _ discs may cause the sound to skip By Plays ow a A Windows m Media Can Shape Arrow Shape 188 Remote Audio Controls MODE BUTTON VOL BUTTON On vehicles with navigation system Three controls for the audio system are mounted in the steering wheel hub These let you control basic functions without removing your hand from the wheel The VOL button adjusts the volume up A or down V Press the top or bottom of the button and hold it until the desired volume is reached then release it The MODE button changes the mode Pressing the button repeatedly selects FM1 FM2 AM disc or a PC card if a disc or a PC card is loaded or an audio unit connected to the auxiliary input jack or the USB adapter cable If you are listening to the radio use the CH button to change stations Each time you press the top of the button the system goes to the next preset station on the band you are listening to Press the bottom to go back to the previous station If you press and hold the CH button or the system goes into the seek mode It finds a station with a strong signal If you are playing a disc iPod or USB flash memory device the system skips to the beginning of the next track file in MP3 WMA or AAC format each time you press the top of the CH button Press the botto
85. practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics 321 uoQeULIOyUy eOTUy IIT DOT Tire Quality Grading U S Vehicles Temperature The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law 322 Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed unde
86. recommended PC cards for the PC card reader are CompactFlash Flash ATA SD memory card Always use the recommended memory card with the appropriate adapter if an adapter is needed Some memory cards will not work in this unit NOTE e When you insert a PC card into the slot make sure you put it in straight If you cannot insert it remove it and insert again Do not keep PC cards in the vehicle Direct sunlight and high heat will damage them e To avoid damaging the card reader do not insert hard disc drive cards into the PC card slot You cannot close the screen move it to the upright position until the PC card is inserted all the way into its slot or removed e Never insert foreign objects into the PC card slot The specifications for compatible MP3 files are Sampling frequency 32 44 1 48 kHz MPEG1 24 22 05 16 kHz MPEG2 Bit rate 32 40 48 56 64 80 96 112 128 160 192 224 256 320 kbps MPEG1 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 80 96 112 128 160 kbps MPEG2 Compatible with variable bit rate and multi session Maximum layers including ROOT 8 layers CONTINUED 159 soimjeay Playing a PC card Models with navigation system The specifications for compatible Loading a PC Card WMA files are Sampling frequency 32 44 1 48 kHz Bit rate 48 64 80 96 128 160 192 kbps Compatible with variable bit rate and multi session PC CARD SLOT Maximum layers
87. remove or modify a front seat without consulting your dealer This could make the driver s seat position sensor or the front passenger s weight sensors ineffective If it is necessary to remove or modify a front seat to accommodate a person with disabilities first contact Honda Automobile Customer Service at 800 999 1009 33 JLS Josuosseg pue IANA Protecting Children General Guidelines Children depend on adults to protect them However despite their best intentions many adults do not know how to properly protect child passengers If you have children or ever need to drive with a child in your vehicle be sure to read this section It begins with important general guidelines then presents special information for infants small children and larger children 34 All Children Must Be Restrained Each year many children are injured or killed in vehicle crashes because they are either unrestrained or not properly restrained In fact vehicle accidents are the number one cause of the death of children aged 12 and under To reduce the number of child deaths and injuries every state Canadian province and territory requires that infants and children be properly restrained when they ride in a vehicle Infants and small children must be restrained in an approved child seat that is properly secured to the vehicle see pages 39 48 AWARNING Children who are unrestrained or improperly restr
88. such as trying to take a corner too fast or making a sudden lane change Always drive at a safe speed for the road and weather conditions ABS cannot prevent a loss of stability Always steer moderately when you are braking hard Severe or sharp steering wheel movement can still cause your vehicle to veer into oncoming traffic or off the road A vehicle with ABS may require a longer distance to stop on loose or uneven surfaces such as gravel or snow than a vehicle without anti lock Vehicle Stability Assist VSA aka Electronic Stability Control ESC System If equipped The vehicle stability assist VSA system helps to stabilize the vehicle during cornering if the vehicle turns more or less than desired It also assists you in maintaining traction while accelerating on loose or slippery road surfaces It does this by regulating the engine s output and by selectively applying the brakes When VSA activates you may notice that the engine does not respond to the accelerator in the same way it does at other times There may also be some noise from the VSA hydraulic system You will also see the VSA system indicator blink The VSA system cannot enhance the vehicle s driving stability in all situations and does not control your vehicle s entire braking system It is still your responsibility to drive and corner at reasonable speeds and to leave a sufficient margin of safety VSA Off Indicator OFF When VSA is
89. sure the oil filter gasket is 8 Let the engine run for several not stuck to the engine block If it minutes then check the drain bolt is remove it before installing a and oil filter for leaks new oil filter 9 Turn off the engine let it sit for 4 Install a new oil filter according to several minutes then check the oil the instructions that come with it level on the dipstick If necessary Make sure to clean off any dirt and add more oil dust on the connecting surface of a new oil filter 255 IIULUJUPWN Engine Coolant Adding Engine Coolant RESERVE TANK If the coolant level in the reserve tank is at or below the MIN line add coolant to bring it up to the MAX line Inspect the cooling system for leaks 256 Always use Honda Long life Anti freeze Coolant Type 2 This coolant is pre mixed with 50 percent antifreeze and 50 percent water Never add straight antifreeze or plain water If Honda antifreeze coolant is not available you may use another major brand non silicate coolant as a temporary replacement Make sure it is a high quality coolant recommended for aluminum engines Continued use of any non Honda coolant can result in corrosion causing the cooling system to malfunction or fail Have the cooling system flushed and refilled with Honda antifreeze coolant as soon as possible If the reserve tank is completely empty you should also check the coolant level in the radiator AWARNING R
90. that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale Q when one or more of your tires is significantly under inflated Accordingly when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Required Federal Explanation Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is provided by a separate telltale which displays the symbol TPMS when illuminated When the malfunction indicator is illuminated TPMS the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always ch
91. the buckles in it 98 N ZE NG VY 4 O gt RELEASE LEVER Remove all items from the driver s seat back pocket Completely lower all rear head restraints to prevent contact with or possible damage to the pocket Pull up the release lever on the outside of the seat back Fold the seat back forward Do not put any heavy items on the seat back when it is folded down While lifting the seat back the seat cushion may come up with it To secure the seat cushion see page 97 Make sure the seat back and seat cushion are locked securely and all rear shoulder belts are positioned in front of the rear seat backs In the center seating position of the rear seat be sure the detachable anchor is latched securely before using the seat belt see page 99 Make sure all items in the cargo area are secured Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you have to brake hard See Carrying Cargo on page 208 Seats Detachable Anchor LATCH PLATE SMALL LATCH PLATE The seat belt in the rear center seat J is equipped with a detachable anchor This allows the center seat belt to be en unlatched when the driver s side rear ADE KOR p seat is folded A WARNING Z Using a seat belt with the SMALL LATCH PLATE TRIANGLE MARKS Aa E oap 7 a b a pi 6 Pull out the small latch plate and the Line up the triangle marks on the natin or d dthiin crash latch plate from each h
92. the vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped ak Pull the lever under the steering column toward you until it stops Move the steering wheel up or down and in or out so it points toward your chest not toward your face Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and indicators Push the lever forward fully to lock the steering wheel in position Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up down in and out 77 sjo uo pue syuoumysug Keys and Locks On Sport model and Canadian LX model All models except Sport model and You should have received a key Canadian LX model number tag with your keys You will need this key number if you ever have to get a lost key replaced Use KEY NUMBER TAG KEYS only Honda approved key blanks These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the immobilizer system They will not work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged KEY NUMBER TAG KEYS WITH TRANSMITTER e Protect the keys from direct sunlight high temperature and Your vehicle comes with the two high humidity ignition keys e Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them e Keep the keys away from liquids If they get wet dry them immediately with a soft cloth All models except Sport model and Canadian LX model
93. the child seat will not be secure To remove slack it may help to put weight on the child seat or push on the back of the seat while pulling up on the belt 46 To deactivate the lockable retractor and remove a child seat unlatch the buckle unroute the seat belt and let the belt fully retract 5 Push and pull the child seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure enough to stay upright during normal driving maneuvers If the child seat is not secure unlatch the belt allow it to retract fully then repeat these steps Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Tether A child seat with a tether can be installed in any seating position in the back seat Each rear outside seating position has an anchorage point on the seat back and the center seating position has an anchorage point in the ceiling near the tailgate Since a tether can provide additional security to the lap shoulder belt installation we recommend using a tether whenever one is required or available Using an Outer Anchor 1 After properly securing the child seat see page 45 lift the head restraint then route the tether strap over the seat back and through the head restraint legs TETHER STRAP HOOK 2 Attach the tether strap hook to the anchor making sure the tether strap is not twisted 3 Tighten the strap according to the seat maker s instructions CONTINUED
94. the order to connect the jumper cables You cannot start your vehicle with an 2 Turn off all the electrical automatic transmission by pushing accessories heater A C if or pulling it equipped audio system lights etc Put the transmission in neutral manual or Park automatic and set the parking brake CONTINUED 299 pop dx un oy Jo Suryey Jump Starting 3 Remove the cover from the under hood fuse box see page 306 Connect one jumper cable to the positive terminal on your battery Connect the other end to the positive terminal on the booster battery 300 4 Connect the second jumper cable to the negative terminal on the booster battery Connect the other end to the ground strap as shown Do not connect this jumper cable to any other part of the engine 5 If the booster battery is in another vehicle have an assistant start that vehicle and run it at a fast idle 6 Start your vehicle If the starter motor still operates slowly check that the jumper cables have good metal to metal contact 7 Once your vehicle is running disconnect the negative cable from your vehicle then from the booster battery Disconnect the positive cable from your vehicle then from the booster battery Keep the ends of the jumper cables away from each other and any metal on the vehicle until everything is disconnected Otherwise you may cause an electrical short If the Engine Overheats
95. the screen CONTINUED 173 soimjeay Playing an iPod Models with navigation system Using a Track List FM1 FM2 AM CD ICARD USB 1 12 vo 4 iPod 1 8 TRACK AAA ARTIST BBBB ALBUM CCCCCC Menu Track List Sound Background TRACK REPEAT RANDOM BEN FF SKIP SKIP f 1 1 1 r 1 f 1 r 1 TRACK LIST ICON You can also select a file directly from a track list on the audio display Press the AUDIO button to show the audio display then touch the Track List icon The track list menu appears on the display 174 Select a track a p 2 102 BB 3 10 CC 4 104 DD 5 105 EE Return Y RETURN ICON To scroll through the display touch the A or W icon on the side of the screen To go back to the previous display touch the Return icon To play a file touch its icon on the screen The current folder is highlighted in blue To Select Repeat or Random Mode You can select any type of repeat and random mode by using the RPT button or RDM button REPEAT This feature continuously plays a file To activate the repeat feature press the RPT button Preset 1 You will see REPEAT in the display To turn it off press the RPT button Preset 1 again TRACK RANDOM This feature plays all available fi
96. the select reset knob for about 10 seconds The engine oil life and the maintenance item code s will blink OILLIFE TEIE J E A Press the select reset knob for another 5 seconds The maintenance item code s will disappear and the engine oil life will reset to 100 Important Maintenance Precautions If you have the required service done but do not reset the display or reset the display without doing the service the system will not show the proper maintenance intervals This can lead to serious mechanical problems because you will no longer have an accurate record of when maintenance is needed Your authorized Honda dealer knows your vehicle best and can provide competent efficient service CONTINUED 249 IIULUJUPW Maintenance Minder However service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in effect Maintenance may be done by any qualified service facility or person who is skilled in this type of automotive service Make sure to have the service facility or person reset the display as previously described Keep all receipts as proof of completion and have the person who does the work fill out your Honda Service History or Canadian Maintenance Log Check your warranty booklet for more information We recommend using Honda parts and fluids whenever you have maintenance done These are manufactured to the same high quality standards as the original components so you can be confi
97. the tire repair kit 292 Your tire repair kit contains e An air pump with a power cord and an air hose attached e A bottle of sealant with a filler hose attached e Two labels one for the tire wheel and one for the instrument panel e An instruction sheet e An empty recovery bottle A tire repair professional will use this to collect the injected sealant from the tire during the permanent repair EXPIRATION DATE 4 Remove the sealant bottle and check the expiration date on the label If the date has expired do not continue Have your vehicle towed to the nearest Honda service center In Canada or the continental U S A simply call 1 800 465 PLUS 7587 for Honda Plus Roadside Assistance Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire If the date has not expired shake the bottle thoroughly and proceed to step 5 TIRE VALVE la KX A RS a a BOTTLE HOSE 5 Screw the sealant filler hose onto the tire valve Make sure the bottle remains upright to ensure all of the sealant flows into the tire AIR PUMP BOTTLE CAP ADAPTER AIR PUMP HOSE 6 Unscrew the bottle cap from the bottle adapter 7 Remove the air pump from the repair kit then screw the air pump hose onto the bottle adapter tightly ACCESSORY SOCKET 8 Route the power cord into the vehicle and insert the plug into the accessory power socket Pay attention not
98. to Carefully read the owner s manual and make sure you understand all seat belt instructions and all safety information Move the vehicle seat to the rear most position Have the child sit up straight back against the seat and feet on or near the floor Check that the child s seat belt is properly and securely positioned Supervise the child Even mature children sometimes need to be reminded to fasten the seat belts or sit properly 52 Additional Safety Precautions Do not let a child wear a seat belt across the neck This could result in serious neck injuries during a crash Do not let a child put the shoulder part of a seat belt behind the back or under the arm This could cause very serious injuries during a crash It also increases the chance that the child will slide under the belt in a crash and be injured Two children should never use the same seat belt If they do they could be very seriously injured in a crash Do not put any accessories on a seat belt Devices intended to improve a child s comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can make the belt less effective and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle s exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas Carbon monoxide should not enter the vehicle in normal driving if you maintain your vehicle properly and follow the information on this page Have the exhaust system
99. to return to normal play In MP3 or WMA mode FOLDER RANDOM This feature when activated plays all files in the selected folder in random order rather than in the order they are compressed To activate folder random press and hold the RDM button You will see FOLDER RANDOM in the display The system then selects and plays files randomly This continues until you deactivate folder random by pressing the RDM button again or if you select a different folder with the TUNE FOLDER bar CONTINUED 153 soimjeay Playing a Disc Models with navigation system SCAN TRACK FILE SCAN The scan function samples all tracks files in MP3 or WMA in the order they were recorded To activate scan press the SCAN button You will see TRACK SCAN in the display You will get a 10 second sampling of each track file on the disc Press the SCAN button to get out of scan mode and play the last track file sampled Pressing either SKIP button preset 5 or 6 also turns off scan 154 In MP3 or WMA mode FOLDER SCAN This feature when activated samples all the first files in each folder on the disc in order To activate folder scan press and hold the SCAN button for 2 seconds You will see FOLDER SCAN in the display The system plays the first file in each folder for about 10 seconds If you do nothing the system then plays the first file in each folder for 10 seconds each After playing the first file of t
100. very seriously injured in a crash Passengers should not stand up or change seats while the vehicle is moving A passenger who is not wearing a seat belt during a crash or emergency stop can be thrown against the inside of the vehicle against other occupants or out of the vehicle Two people should never use the same seat belt If they do they could be very seriously injured in a crash Do not put any accessories on seat belts Devices intended to improve occupant comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can reduce the protective capability of the belt and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash Do not place hard or sharp objects between yourself and a front airbag Carrying hard or sharp objects on your lap or driving with a pipe or other sharp object in your mouth can result in injuries if your front airbag inflates Keep your hands and arms away from the airbag covers If your hands or arms are close to an airbag cover they could be injured if the airbag inflates e Do notattach or place objects on the front airbag covers Objects on the covers marked SRS AIRBAG could interfere with the proper operation of the airbags or be propelled inside the vehicle and hurt someone if the airbags inflate Do not attach hard objects on or near a door If a side airbag or a side curtain airbag inflates a cup holder or other hard object attached on or near the door could be propelled inside th
101. 2 vo 4ll__ iPod _ 1 8 TRACK AAA MAPgule ARTIST BBBB CD AUX ae CD AUX ALBUM CCCCCC AUDIO BUTTON gt AUDIO Track List Sound Background SCAN BUTTON gt SCAN CANCEL TRACK _ ALBUM REPEAT RANDOM REW FF SKIP SKIP 1RPT i 2RDM i 34x i Apr i 5k i ela REPEAT BUTTON SKIP BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON SKIP BUTTON ml a ae ice Se gri 170 Playing an iPod Models with navigation system To Play an iPod This audio system can operate the audio files on the iPod with the same controls used for the in dash disc player To play an iPod connect it to the USB adapter cable in the upper glove box by using your dock connector then press the CD AUX button The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY 1 or ON II position The iPod will also be recharged with the ignition switch in these positions The audio system reads and plays sound files to be playable on the iPod The system cannot operate an iPod as a mass storage device The system will only play songs stored on the iPod with iTunes iPod and iTunes are registered trademarks owned by Apple Inc Voice Control System You can select the AUX mode by using the navigation system voice control buttons but cannot operate the play mode functions iPods compatible with your audio system using the USB adapter cable are
102. 2010 Fit Owner s Manual Unlinked This document does not contain hyperlinks and may be formatted for printing instead of web use This is due to changes in content and specifications of the vehicle that happen throughout the model year This manual will be replaced with a hyperlinked version at the end of the model year 2009 Honda Motor Co Ltd P N 00X31 TK6 6100 Owner s Identification OWNER ADDRESS ae STREET CITY STATE PROVINCE TERRITORY ZIP CODE POSTAL CODE V I N DELIVERY DATE Date sold to original retail purchaser DEALER NAME DEALER NO ADDRESS se ee STREET CITY STATE PROVINCE TERRITORY ZIP CODE POSTAL CODE OWNER S SIGNATURE DEALER S SIGNATURE This owner s manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold This owner s manual covers all models of the Fit You may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your particular vehicle The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing Honda Motor Co Ltd reserves the right however to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatsoever POUR CLIENTS CANADIEN AVIS IMPORTANT Si vous avez besoin d un Manuel du Conducteur en francais veuillez demander a votre concessionnaire de commander le num ro de pi ce 33TK6C10
103. A Door Lock 24 10A Stop Horn If equipped 25 a Not Used CONTINUED 309 popedxouy ou Jo Suryey Fuse Locations Circuits Protected UNDER HOOD FUSE BOX Under hood Fuse Box On the battery Right Headlight High Beam Amps Circuits Protected DBW 100A Battery 53 Not Used 70A EPS 54 20A Rear Defogger 20 A Horn Hazard 55 10A Heated Mirror 56 30A Front Wiper 57 30A Blower Motor 58 30A ABS VSA Motor 59 20A Rear Defogger 30A 60 50 A IG Main Option Main 40A 61 30A Radio 62 Not Used X If equipped 310 Emergency Towing If your vehicle needs to be towed call a professional towing service or organization Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain It is very dangerous There are two ways to tow your vehicle Flat bed Equipment The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck This is the best way to transport your vehicle Wheel lift Equipment The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the front tires and lift them off the ground The rear tires remain on the ground This is an acceptable way to tow your vehicle If due to damage your vehicle must be towed with the front wheels on the ground do this Manual transmission e Release the parking brake e Shift the transmission to
104. CT knob to select an item then press the VOL SELECT knob to set your selection If you select ALL all available files on the selected list are played Pressing the A button goes back to the previous display and pressing the TITLE button cancels this setting mode To Select Repeat or Shuffle Mode You can select any type of repeat and shuffle mode by using the RPT button or the RDM button REPEAT This feature continuously plays a file To activate the repeat feature press the RPT button You will see RPT in the display To turn it off press the RPT button again SHUFFLE ALL This feature plays all available files in a selected list playlists artists albums or songs in random order To activate the shuffle all feature press the RDM button You will see RDM in the display To turn it off press and hold the RDM button CONTINUED 133 soimjeay Playing an iPod Models without navigation system SHUFFLE ALBUM This feature plays all available albums in a selected list playlists artists albums or songs in random order The files in each album are played in the recorded order To activate the shuffle album feature press the RDM button repeatedly You will see F RDM in the display To turn it off press and hold the RDM button Each time you press the RDM button the mode changes from shuffle all play to shuffle album play then to normal playing 134 To Stop Playi
105. DE before it can be used Refer to the navigation system manual Fuse Locations INTERIOR FUSE BOX Amps Circuits Protected No Amps Circuits Protected 10A Back Up 26 10A LAF 7 5 A TPMS _ 27 30 A Door Lock Main 20A Driver s Power Window 28 20A Headlight Main Not Used 29 10A Small Light O 10A Back Up Light 30 30A Main Fan Motor an a 10A SRS 31 Not Used 10 A Transmission SOL 32 10A Right Headlight Low Beam d z 75A SRS 33 15A IG Coil 20 A Fog Light 34 10A Left Headlight Low Beam Halle JE i 75A A C 35 GSA Door Lock E 0 Gs n 3 on 75A ABS VSA 36 5A Door Lock ao eee 10A ACG 37 30A ABS VSA FSR So cy A Ge Gad ed Cae Ca eI 20A ACC Socket 38 5A Door Lock f m A 7 5A Key Lock Radio 39 15A IGP TE 7 5A Daytime Running Light _ 40 Not Used See 10A Rear Wiper 41 Not Used i 20A Front Passenger s Power 42 Not Used SS een Window 43 7 54 MG Clutch 18 20A Rear Passenger s Side Power 44 75A STS Sag wi E 45 NotUsed d D as A 19 20A Rear Driver s Side Power 16 Not Used Window a C 20 15A Fuel Pump 47 0A Sub Fan Motor i fe ac 21 15A Washer 10A Left Headlight High Beam 22 75A Meter 5A Door Lock 23 10A Hazard 50 15
106. Driving with the Paddle Shifters Sport only When you pull and hold the right paddle shifter the transmission automatically returns to drive mode D If there is a problem in the transmission while you are driving with the paddle shifters the D indicator flashes the D paddle shift mode is canceled and the aaa returns to drive mode D 226 Using the Paddle Shift in S position Sequential Shift Mode U S models only With the shift lever in the S position you can manually shift up or down with the paddle shifters The transmission goes into the sequential shift mode and holds the selected gear To enter the sequential shift mode press the release button on the front of the shift lever move the lever to the S position then pull either paddle shifter To return to drive mode D move the shift lever to the D position While you are driving in the sequential shift mode the transmission will not automatically return to drive mode D GEAR POSITION INDICATOR xy M INDICATOR When you move the shift lever from D to the S position and pull either paddle shifter the gear position indicator displays M along with the selected gear number To upshift pull the right paddle shifter To downshift pull the left paddle shifter Driving with the Paddle Shifters Sport only When you accelerate from a stop the transmission starts in first gear and you must
107. ER VOLUME KNOB PC CARD ICON TRACK LIST ICON ANTI O u OLpusHP WR THEFT f JOYSTICK FM1 Fm2 AM cp CARD _ Aux PLAY OPEN surron 6ra a 212 vo 4 i _1 awe GRACK 01 Track A o Hey Mon FoLoER 256 AAAA Lee CD AUX BUTTON gt CD AUX TME 02 35 F MENU p Bi eT A SETUP AUDIO BUTTON gt AUDIO Er r E 6 Sean Track List Sound Background cemce SCAN BUTTON gt SCAN TRACK _ TRACK REPEAT RANDOM REW FF SKIP SKIP TUNE FOLDER BAR v _1RPT i 2RDM i 3 i gt gt i 5K i 6P REPEAT BUTTON REWIND BUTTON SKIP BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON FAST FORWARD BUTTON SKIP BUTTON 158 Playing a PC card Models with navigation system To Play a PC card You operate the PC card player with the same controls used for the radio and the in dash disc player To load or play a card the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY 1 or ON ID position The PC card player reads and plays cards in MP3 or WMA formats Depending on the format the screen will indicate MP3 or WMA when a card is playing The card limit of the player is 255 folders and 999 tracks If the card has a complex structure it takes some time for the system to begin playing it Based on PCMCIA 2 1 JEIDA 4 2 the
108. For more information see page 30 U S Canada SIDE 4 Side Airbag Off a Indicator This indicator comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position If it comes on at any other time it indicates that the passenger s side airbag has automatically shut off For more information see page 31 CONTINUED 61 s oQUOD pue syusUMsUT Instrument Panel Indicators O Anti lock Brake System ABS Indicator This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON I position and when the ignition switch is turned to the START MID position If it comes on at any other time there is a problem with the ABS If this happens have your vehicle checked at a dealer With this indicator on your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti lock function For more information see page 231 62 Electric Power Steering EPS Indicator This indicator normally comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position and goes off after the engine starts If it comes on at any other time there is a problem in the electric power steering system If this happens stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the engine Reset the system by restarting the engine The indicator will not turn off immediately If it does not go off after driving a short distance or comes back on again while driving take the vehicle to you
109. Honda floor mats make sure they fit properly and that they can be anchored securely Do not put additional floor mats on top of the anchored mat 268 Audio Antenna NOTICE Your vehicle is equipped with an antenna at the rear of the roof Before using a drive through car wash remove the antenna by unscrewing it by hand This prevents the antenna from being damaged by the car wash brushes Dust and Pollen Filter On models with A C This filter removes the dust and pollen that is brought in from the outside through the heating and cooling system Have your dealer replace the filter when this service is indicated by a maintenance message on the information display It should be replaced every 15 000 miles 24 000 km if you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air or if the flow from the heating and cooling system becomes less than usual Wiper Blades Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every six months Replace them if you find signs of cracking in the rubber areas that are getting hard or if they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used WIPER ARMS To replace a front wiper blade 1 Raise the wiper arm off the windshield Raise the driver s side first then the passenger s side NOTICE Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are raised or you will damage the hood and wiper arms
110. ISATEUR POUR DE INFORMATION AND EXPLANATIONS PLUS AMPLES RENSEIGNEMENTS 36 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 an infant or a small child in the front adult ride with the child in a back If you ever have to carry a group of passenger seat so they can watch the seat The back seat is far safer for a children and a child must ride in child or because the child requires child than the front front attention e Place the largest child in the front Placing a child in the front seat seat provided the child is large exposes the child to hazards in a enough to wear the lap shoulder frontal collision and paying close belt properly see page 49 attention to a child distracts the driver from the important tasks of e Move the vehicle seat as far to the devine placing bot of you at nck rear as possible see page 93 e Have the child sit upright and well back in the seat See page 15 e Make sure the seat belt is properly positioned and secured see page 14 37 JLS Josuosseg pue IANA Protecting Children General Guidelines Additional Safety Precautions Never hold an infant or child on your lap If you are not wear
111. If you see an error message in the display see page 142 141 somjeay USB Flash Memory Device Error Messages Models without navigation system If you see an error message on the audio display while playing a USB flash memory device find the solution in the chart to the right If you cannot clear the error message take your vehicle to your dealer 142 Error Solution Message UNPLAYABLE The system cannot read the file s Check the files in the USB flash memory FILE device There is a possibility that the files have been damaged UNSUPPORTED Appears when the unsupported USB flash memory device is inserted Playing the AM FM Radio Models with navigation system POWER VOLUME KNOB FM1 ICON BUTTON SCAN BUTTON TUNE BAR VOLrPusHP WR FM1 AM ICON SOUND ICON FM2 ICON AUTO SELECT ICON BACK GROUND ICON 1 cn 1 12 vo 4 W_ STERE 8T 9u a SEEK v 87 9 88 9 89 M 344 4 gt 544 Gp A FOLDER v _1RPT 0 2RD i i i i i i PRESET BUTTONS CONTINUED 143 soimjeay Playing the AM FM Radio Models with navigation system Voice Control System In addition to the standard audio controls the audio system in your vehicle can be operated using the voice control system See the navigation system manual for complete details To Pla
112. JLS Josuosseg pue IANA Protecting Adults and Teens In addition an occupant who is out of Advice for Pregnant Women position in the front seat can be seriously or fatally injured in a crash by striking interior parts of the vehicle or being struck by an inflating front airbag AWARNING Sitting improperly or out of position can result in serious injury or death in a crash Always sit upright well back in the seat with your feet on the floor If you are pregnant the best way to protect yourself and your unborn child when driving or riding in a vehicle is to always wear a seat belt and keep the lap part of the belt as low as possible across the hips 16 When driving remember to sit upright and adjust the seat as far back as possible while allowing full control of the vehicle When riding as a front passenger adjust the seat as far back as possible This will reduce the risk of injuries to both you and your unborn child that can be caused by a crash or an inflating front airbag Each time you have a checkup ask your doctor if it s okay for you to drive Protecting Adults and Teens Additional Safety Precautions Never let passengers ride in the cargo area or on top of a folded down back seat If they do they could be very seriously injured in a crash Never let passengers ride in the area in front of a folded up rear seat or on top of a folded down rear seat If they do they could be
113. OCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR P 62 SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR P 30 61 IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR P 66 MALFUNCTION L INDICATOR LAMP P 304 A LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR P 60 303 VSA OFF INDICATOR P 67 ELECTRIC POWER STEERING EPS INDICATOR P 62 MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR P 66 CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR P 65 If equipped 59 s oQUOD pue syusUMsUT Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many indicators that give you important information about your vehicle C Malfunction Indicator Lamp See page 304 a Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator flashes or stays on when the engine is running For more information see page 303 Charging System Indicator If this indicator comes on when the engine is running the battery is not being charged For more information see page 303 60 U S Canada are O Parting Brake System Indicator Red This indicator has two functions 1 It comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position It is a reminder to check the parking brake A beeper sounds if you drive with the parking brake not fully released Driving with the parking brake not fully released can damage the brakes and tires 2 If it remains on after you have fully released the parking brake while the engine is running or if it comes
114. P UPPER GLOVE BOX P a ZS pE cS a Sees Vale D Dn T CARGO FLOOR BOX SEAT UNDER BOX CENTER POCKET SEAT BACK POCKET LOWER GLOVE BOX 1 If equipped 2 All Canadian models with automatic transmission 208 Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas e Upper glove box e Lower glove box e Front door pockets e Seat back pocket if equipped e Center pocket e Cargo area side pocket e Cargo area including the rear seats when folded up or down e Seat under box e Cargo floor box all canadian models with automatic transmission However carrying too much cargo or improperly storing it can affect your vehicle s handling stability stopping distance tires and make it unsafe Before carrying any type of cargo be sure to read the following pages Carrying Cargo Load Limits Payload The maximum load for your vehicle is 850 Ibs 885 kg See Tire And Loading Information label attached to the driver s doorjamb Label Example TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION SZ SEATING CAPACITY TOTAL 5 FRONT 2 REAR 3 The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 385kg or 850Ibs SIZE COLDTIRE PRESSURE SEE ownew s XXX KPA XXPSI MANUAL FOR XXX KPA XX PSI ADDITONAL XXXX XXDXX XXX XXX KPA XX PSI NFORMATION XXXX XXRXX XXX This figure includes the total weight of all occupants cargo and accessor
115. SET KNOB shown on the display according to the information display to show you this table when you should have your dealer Calculated Engine Displayed perform engine oil replacement and Oil Life Engine Oil Life indicated maintenance service 100 91 100 Based on the engine operating Mhz am avi conditions and accumulated engine od cen a revolutions the onboard computer in a a your vehicle calculates the remaining as zol a ot engine oil life and displays it as a 50 41 50 40 31 40 percentage ENGINE OIL LIFE INDICATOR 30 21 30 To see the current engine oil life 20 16 20 turn the ignition switch to the ON 15 11 15 II position then press and release 10 6 10 the select reset knob repeatedly 5 1 3 until the engine oil life indicator 0 0 appears see page 68 CONTINUED 245 IIULUJUPWN Maintenance Minder MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR INDICATOR If the remaining engine oil life is 15 to 6 percent you will see the engine oil life indicator every time you turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position The maintenance minder indicator will also come on and the maintenance item code s for other scheduled maintenance items needing service will be displayed above the OIL LIFE message 246 ENGINE OIL LIFE OILLIFE Z 5 9 The 15 and 11 percent oil life indicator reminds you that the time is coming soon to take your vehicle in
116. T again If the code does not disappear or the BAD DISC Servo Error disc cannot be removed consult your dealer PLEASE CHECK Do not try to force the disc out of the player OWNERS MANUAL BAD DISC DISC Error Check the disc for serious damage signs of PLEASE CHECK deformation excessive scratches and or OWNERS dirt see page 187 MANUAL Playing an iPod Models without navigation system On Sport model USB INDICATOR iPod INDICATOR A gt BUTTON AUX BUTTON Q ve Pod wig E MP3 WMA POWER BUTTON GEE o O Z2 cD RANDOM z a BUTTON l4 lt Lock SEEK N PPI SKIP TITLE C D SCAN O RPT SCAN O RPT SKIP a BUTTON TITLE BUTTON VOL SELECT KNOB Y PLAY BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON CONTINUED 129 soimjeay Playing an iPod Models without navigation system To Play an iPod This audio system can operate the audio files on the iPod with the same controls used for the in dash disc player To play an iPod connect it to the USB adapter cable in the upper glove box by using your dock connector then press the AUX button The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY 1 or ON II position The iPod will also be recharged with the ignition switch in these positions The audio system reads and plays sound files to be playable on the iPod The system cannot operate an iPod as a mass storage device The system will only play songs stored on t
117. The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air If the engine is cold it will be several minutes before you feel warm air coming from the system 1 Select a and cS 2 Set the fan to the desired speed 3 Adjust the warmth of the air with the temperature control dial Using the A C If equipped Air conditioning places an extra load on the engine Check the high temperature indicator see page 63 If the indicator begins to blink turn off the A C until the indicator goes off 1 Turn on the A C by pressing the button The indicator in the button comes on when a fan speed is selected 2 Make sure the temperature is set to maximum cool 3 Select W 4 If the outside air is humid select recirculation mode If the outside air is dry select lt gt 5 Set the fan to the desired speed Vents Heating and A C If the interior is very warm you can cool it down more rapidly by partially opening the windows turning on the A C and setting the fan to maximum speed in Cc Dehumidify the Interior Air conditioning as it cools removes moisture from the air When used in combination with the heater it makes the interior warm and dry and can prevent the windows from fogging up 1 Turn the fan on 2 If the A C is off turn it on if equipped 3 Select p and cS Adjust the temperature to your preference This setting is suitable for all driving conditions whenever the outside temperature
118. The keys do not contain batteries Do not try to take them apart 78 Immobilizer System The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from theft If an improperly coded key or other device is used the engine s fuel system is disabled When you turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position the immobilizer system indicator should come on briefly then go off If the indicator starts to blink it means the system does not recognize the coding of the key Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK 0 position remove the key reinsert it and turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position again The system may not recognize your key s coding if another immobilizer key or other metal object i e key chain is near the ignition switch when you insert the key If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of your key contact your dealer Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it Electrical problems could result that may make your vehicle inoperable If you have lost your key and cannot start the engine contact your dealer NOTICE Always take the ignition key with you whenever you leave the vehicle alone As required by the FCC This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that
119. USB Flash Memory Device Models without navigation system USB INDICATOR A gt BUTTON AUX BUTTON On Sport model MP3 WMA m ZAZ Iaa SEEK N SKIP TITLE dia BUTTON ANTI ot 4 6 6 ye SEEK Scan RPT Scan RPT RPT SKIP BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON POWER BUTTON V PLAY BUTTON TITLE BUTTON VOL SELECT KNOB 136 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device Models without navigation system To Play a USB Flash Memory Device This audio system can operate the audio files on a USB flash memory device with the same controls used for the in dash disc player To play a USB flash memory device connect it to the USB adapter cable in the upper glove box then press the AUX button The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY 1 or ON D position The audio system reads and plays the audio files on the USB flash memory device in MP3 WMA or AAC formats Depending on the format the display shows MP3 WMA or AAC when a USB flash memory device is playing The USB flash memory device limit is up to 700 folders or up to 65535 files x Only AAC format files recorded with iTunes are playable on this audio unit The recommended USB flash memory devices are 256 Mbyte or higher and formatted with the FAT file system Some digital audio players may be compatible as well Some USB flash memory device such as devices with s
120. a Gi AEAT E E E renames 75 Daytime Running Lights TndicatOr sosisiccrosscoiscssissiismssesiis 65 Dead Battery scciisisiicnassarentsennes 299 Defects Reporting Safety U S OMIY eee E E E 334 Defogger Rear Window 76 Defrosting the Windows 113 Detachable Anchor ccc0e 99 DIMENSIONS cececeseeeeeeesenens 318 Dimming the Headlights 74 Dipstick Automatic Transmission 259 Engine Oil ssccccsssscescesenes 201 Directional Signals 63 74 Disc Brake Wear Indicators 230 Disc Care cciesiisicsisescidecdiisivicnsivie 186 Disc Player Error Messages o ececesceeseseseeeees 128 157 Disposal of Used Oil 255 Doors Auto Door Locking Unlocking cccccecccesessesreees 83 Childproof Door Locks 82 Locking and Unlocking 81 Power Door Locks cscsiecssassvcees 81 DOT Tire Quality Grading U S Vehicles cccccccessessscsceseeesees 321 Downshifting Manual Transmission e ccceceeeseeees 217 Driver and Passenger Safety 5 DIVINO 3 cess sdecevecsesissvasived sessdesks 213 ECONOMY sicicerestmerieciccsieien 203 Driving Guidelines 0008 214 Driving with the Paddle Shifters Sport only cisiicesciedeweriisacineneis 224 Dust and Pollen Filter 268 Economy Fuel 0 cccssseeeees 203 Electric Power Steering EPS THOICAUOY L
121. a disc find the Message Cause Solution cause in the chart to the right If you cannot clear the error message take Press the eject button and pull out the disc Check if it is inserted correctly in the disc your vehicle to your dealer CHECK DISC FOCUS Error player Mak the disc is not scratched The chart on the right explains the damaged E error messages you may see in the Press the eject button and pull out the disc display while playing a disc Check the disc for damage or deformation MECH ERROR Mechanical Error If the disc cannot be pulled out or the error If you see an error message in the message does not disappear after the disc is ejected see your dealer ay ie ile ee A disc ike CHECK DISC Disc Format Error Press the eject button and pull out the disc t le eject utton er ejecting the Check the disc for damage or deformation disc check it for damage or HEATERROR High Temperature Will disappear when the temperature returns to deformation If there is no damage normal insert the disc again The audio system will try to play the disc If there is still a problem the error message will reappear Press os eject button and pull out the isc Insert a different disc If the new disc plays there is a problem with the first disc If the error message cycle repeats and you cannot clear it take your vehicle to a dealer 157 soimjeay Playing a PC card Models with navigation system POW
122. ably over the edge of the seat CONTINUED 49 JLS Josuosseg pue IANA Protecting Larger Children 3 Does the shoulder belt cross between the child s neck and arm 4 Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible touching the child s thighs 5 Will the child be able to stay seated like this for the whole trip If you answer yes to all these questions the child is ready to wear the lap shoulder belt correctly If you answer no to any question the child needs to ride on a booster seat 50 Using a Booster Seat A child who has outgrown a forward facing child seat should ride in a back seat and use a booster seat until the lap shoulder belt fits them properly without the booster Some states Canadian provinces and territories also require children to use a booster seat until they reach a given age or weight e g 6 years or 60 Ibs Be sure to check current laws in the states provinces and territories where you intend to drive Booster seats can be high back or low back Whichever style you select make sure the booster seat meets federal safety standards See page 35 and that you follow the booster seat maker s instructions Protecting Larger Children If a child who uses a booster seat must ride in front move the vehicle seat as far back as possible and be sure the child is wearing the seat belt properly A child may continue using a booster seat until the tops of their ears are even with
123. aciecssssaisvereasumiannass 62 Emergencies on the Road 283 Battery Jump Starting 299 Brake System Indicator 60 305 Changing a Flat Tire 285 Charging System Indicator cccccececeeeeeees 60 303 Checking the Fuses 0 307 Driving with a Flat Tire 284 Hazard Warning Flashers 76 Jump Starting 0 0 ecco 299 Low Oil Pressure Indicator c ccceeseseeeeeees 60 303 Malfunction Indicator Lamp escisiones 60 304 Overheated Engine 0 301 TOWING osetrenie rres eerie 311 Emergency Brake 06 102 Emergency Flashers 066 76 Emergency Towing cccee 311 Emissions Controls 0 006 326 Emissions Testing cccee 329 CONTINUED Index Engine Adding Engine Coolant 256 Coolant Temperature THCICALOL s scc3isvsesed sccsscessveasecde 63 If it Won t Start wo ceeeeeeeeeeeee 297 Malfunction Indicator LAMP ccccceeeeeeeeeesesenees 60 304 Oil Life Indicator c eee 245 Oil Pressure Indicator 60 303 Oil What Kind to Use 253 Overheating ccscccccssseceees 301 Specifications cceeesseseeeeees 318 Speed Limiter 00 218 222 SAUNE erea 216 Engine Coolant sccccsssccsees 256 Engine Number ccsssccceees 317 Ethanol in Gasoline c000 198 Evaporative Emissions Cont
124. adio reception in city driving Radio reception can be affected by atmospheric conditions such as thunderstorms high humidity and even sunspots You may be able to receive a distant radio station one day and not receive it the next day because of a change in conditions Electrical interference from passing vehicles and stationary sources can cause temporary reception problems As required by the FCC Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment 185 somjeay l Protecting Your Discs General Information e When using CD R or CD RW discs use only high quality discs labeled for audio use e When recording a CD R or CD RW the recording must be closed for it to be used by the system e Play only standard round discs Odd shaped discs may jam in the drive or cause other problems e Handle your discs properly to prevent damage and skipping NOTICE Do not use discs with adhesive labels The label can curl up and cause the disc to jam in the unit 186 Protecting Discs When a disc is not being played store it in its case to protect it from dust and other contamination To prevent warpage keep discs out of direct sunlight and extreme heat To clean a disc use a clean soft cloth Wipe across the disc from the center to the outside edge A new disc may be rough on the inner an
125. ained can be seriously injured or killed ina crash Any child too small for a seat belt should be properly restrained in a child seat A larger child should be properly restrained with a seat belt and use a booster seat if necessary Larger children must be restrained with a lap shoulder belt and ride on a booster seat until the seat belt fits them properly see pages 49 52 Protecting Children General Guidelines All Children Should Sit in a Back Seat According to accident statistics children of all ages and sizes are safer when they are restrained in a back seat The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that all children aged 12 and under be properly restrained in a back seat Some states have laws restricting where children may ride Children who ride in back are less likely to be injured by striking interior vehicle parts during a collision or hard braking Also children cannot be injured by an inflating front airbag when they ride in the back The Passenger s Front Airbag Can Pose Serious Risks Front airbags have been designed to help protect adults in a moderate to severe frontal collision To do this the passenger s front airbag is quite large and it can inflate with enough force to cause very serious injuries Even though your vehicle has an advanced front airbag system that automatically turns the passenger s front airbag off under certain
126. airbag cover in the center of the steering wheel Passengers with adjustable seat backs should also adjust their seat back to a comfortable upright position Protecting Adults and Teens AWARNING 4 Adjust the Head Restraints When a passenger is seated in the Reclinina th thackiooi rear center seating position make SC UnIng INE SCaAFOaACK toolar sure the center head restraint is can result in serious injury or death in a crash properly positioned A WARNING Improperly positioning head restraints reduces their effectiveness and you can be seriously injured in a crash Adjust the seat back to an upright position and sit well back in the seat Reclining a seat back so that the shoulder part of the belt no longer rests against the occupant s chest Make sure head restraints are reduces the protective capability of in place and positioned properly the belt It also increases the chance before driving of sliding under the belt in a crash and being seriously injured The farther a seat back is reclined the greater the risk of injury Have passengers adjust their head restraints properly as well Taller persons should adjust their restraint See page 94 for how to adjust the as high as possible head restraints and how the driver s and front passenger s active head restraints work Adjust the driver s head restraint so the center of the back of your head rests against the center of the restraint Properly adj
127. amples all the files on the PC card in the order they are recorded To activate the scan feature press the SCAN button You will see TRACK SCAN in the display You will get a 10 second sampling of each file on the PC card Press the SCAN button again to get out of scan mode and play the last file sampled Pressing either of the SKIP buttons preset 5 or 6 also turns off the scan feature FOLDER ARTIST ALBUM SCAN This feature when activated samples the first file in each folder artist album on the PC card in order To activate each scan feature press and hold the SCAN button You will see FOLDER SCAN ARTIST SCAN or ALBUM SCAN in the display The system plays the first file in the folder for about 10 seconds If you do nothing the system plays the first file in each folder in order for 10 seconds each After playing the first file of the last folder artist album the system returns to normal play Pressing either of the SKIP buttons preset 5 or 6 selecting a different folder artist album with the TUNE FOLDER bar or pressing the SCAN button also turns off the scan feature CONTINUED 165 soimjeay Playing a PC card Models with navigation system Using a Track List FM1 FM2 AM CD CARD Aux 1 12 vo 4 Mane FOLDER MPS TRACK 01 Track A FOLDER 256 AAAA Time 102 35 E
128. and Tethers for CHildren system A child whose seat is not properly secured to the vehicle can be endangered in a crash Make sure the child seat is firmly secured After installing a child seat push and pull the seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure 42 A child seat secured with a seat belt should be installed as firmly as possible However it does not need to be rock solid Some side to side movement can be expected and should not reduce the child seat s effectiveness If the child seat is not secure try installing it in a different seating position or use a different style of child seat that can be firmly secured 3 Secure the child in the child seat Make sure the child is properly strapped in the child seat according to the child seat maker s instructions A child who is not properly secured in a child seat can be seriously injured in a crash The following pages provide guidelines on how to properly install a child seat A forward facing child seat is used in all examples but the instructions are the same for rear facing child seats Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with LATCH Your vehicle is equipped with LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren at the outer rear seats The lower anchors are located between the seat back and seat bottom and are to be used only with a child seat designed for use with LATCH The location of each lower a
129. any door or the tailgate within 30 seconds they will automatically relock and the security system if equipped will set PANIC Press this button for about 2 seconds to attract attention the horn will sound and the exterior lights will flash for about 30 seconds To cancel panic mode press any other button on the remote transmitter or turn the ignition switch to the ON I position Remote Transmitter Remote Transmitter Care _ Replacing the Transmitter Battery e Avoid dropping or throwing the If it takes several pushes on the transmitter button to lock or unlock the doors and the tailgate replace the battery as soon as possible Battery type CR1616 e Protect the transmitter from extreme temperature e Do not immerse the transmitter in any liquid e If you lose a transmitter the replacement needs to be reprogrammed by your dealer To replace the battery 1 Remove the screw at the base of the transmitter with a small Phillips head screwdriver NOTE Be careful not to strip the head when removing this screw CONTINUED 91 sjo uo pue syusUMsUT Remote Transmitter BATTERY 2 Separate the transmitter by prying its middle seam with your fingernail 3 Inside the transmitter separate the inner cover from the keypad by carefully prying on the edge with a coin 92 4 Remove the old battery and insert a new battery into the back of the cover with th
130. arefully one quarter turn counterclockwise prying in the notch on its middle edge with a flat tip screwdriver 266 4 Remove the burned out bulb from the socket by pulling it straight out of its socket 5 Install the new bulb in the socket 6 Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working 7 Reinstall the socket into the light assembly by turning it clockwise until it locks 8 Reinstall the light assembly cover Cleaning the Seat Belts Floor Mats Cleaning the Seat Belts Dirt build up in the loops of the seat Floor Mats belt anchors can cause the belts to retract slowly Wipe the insides of the loops with a clean cloth dampened in mild soap and warm water or isopropyl alcohol KNOB The driver s floor mat that came with your vehicle hooks over the floor mat anchors To lock each hook turn the knob clockwise This keeps the floor mat from sliding forward and possibly interfering with the pedals When cleaning or replacing turn the knob counterclockwise to unhook the floor mat If your seat belts get dirty use a soft brush with a mixture of mild soap and warm water to clean them Do not use bleach dye or cleaning solvents Let the belts air dry before you use the vehicle CONTINUED 267 IIULUJUPWN Floor Mats Audio Antenna Dust and Pollen Filter If you remove the driver s floor mat make sure to re anchor it when you put it back in your vehicle If you use a non
131. arks on the side of the reservoir If the level is at or below the MIN mark your brake system needs attention Have the brake system inspected for leaks or worn brake pads shoes CONTINUED 261 IIULUJUPWN Brake and Clutch Fluid Lights Clutch Fluid Manual Transmission only The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir If it is not add brake fluid to bring it up to that level Use the same fluid specified for the brake system A low fluid level can indicate a leak in the clutch system Have this system inspected as soon as possible 262 Headlight Aiming The headlights were properly aimed when your vehicle was new If you regularly carry heavy items in the cargo area readjustment may be required Adjustments should be done by your dealer or another qualified mechanic Replacing a Headlight Bulb Your vehicle has halogen headlight bulbs When replacing a bulb handle it by its base and protect the glass from contact with your skin or hard objects If you touch the glass clean it with denatured alcohol and a clean cloth NOTICE Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot when lit Oil perspiration or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to overheat and shatter ELECTRICAL BULB CONNECTOR ah SS HOLD DOWN RE RUBBER WEATHER SEAL 1 Open the hood 2 Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling the connector s
132. as soon as possible 21 JLS Josuosseg pue IANA Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components 1 Driver s Front Airbag 2 Passenger s Front Airbag 3 Control Unit 4 Front Seat Belt Tensioners 5 Side Airbags 6 Driver s Seat Position Sensor 7 Front Passenger s Weight Sensors 8 Front Impact Sensors 9 Passenger Airbag Off Indicator 10 Occupant Position Detection System OPDS Sensors 11 Front Passenger s Weight Sensors OPDS Sensors Control Unit 12 Supplemental Restraint System SRS Indicator 4 5 22 Additional Information About Your Airbags 13 Side Curtain Airbags 14 Side Impact Sensors First 15 Side Impact Sensors Second Your airbag system includes e 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 Both are marked SRS AIRBAG see page 25 Two side airbags one for the driver and one for a front passenger The airbags are stored in the outer edges of the seat backs Both are marked SIDE AIRBAG see page 28 e Two side curtain airbags one for each side of the vehicle The airbags are stored in the ceiling above the side windows The front and rear pillars are marked SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG see page 30 CONTINUED 23 AJS Josuosseg PW IANA Additional Information About Your Airbags
133. at as far back as recommended or from locking their seat back in the desired position It could also interfere with proper operation of the passenger s advanced front airbag system CONTINUED 39 Ajoyes Josuosseg pue IANA Protecting Infants and Small Children In any of these situations we Protecting Small Children strongly recommend that you install the child seat directly behind the front passenger s seat move the seat as far forward as needed and leave it unoccupied Or you may wish to get a smaller rear facing child seat AWARNING Placing a rear facing child seat in the front seat can result in serious injury or death during a collision Child Seat Type i Many states Canadian provinces and Always place a rear facing child territories allow a child one year of age seat in the back seat not the or order who also meets the minimum front size and weight requirements to transition from a rea facing child seat to a forward facing seat Know the requirements where you are driving and follow the child seat instructions Many experts recommend use of a rear facing seat up to age two if the child s height and weight are appropriate for a rear facing seat 40 Of the different seats available we recommend those that have a five point harness system as shown We also recommend that a small child use the child seat until the child reaches the weight or height limit for the seat Child Seat Placemen
134. at passenger should not use a cushion or another object as a backrest It may prevent the cutoff system from working properly 29 AjoyeS Josuosseg pue IANA Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG In a moderate to severe side impact sensors will detect rapid acceleration and signal the control unit to instantly inflate the side curtain airbag and activate the seat belt tensioner on the driver s or the passenger s side of the vehicle 30 If the impact is on the passenger s side the passenger s side curtain airbag will inflate even if there are no occupants on that side of the vehicle One or both side curtain airbags may inflate in a moderate to severe frontal collision which causes the front airbags to deploy To get the best protection from the side curtain airbags occupants should wear their seat belts and sit upright and well back in their seats How the SRS Indicator Works e The SRS indicator alerts ry you to a potential problem with your airbags or seat belt tensioners When you turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position this indicator comes on briefly then goes off This tells you the system is working properly If the indicator comes on at any other time or does not come on at all you should have the system checked by your dealer For example e If the SRS indicator does not come on after you turn the igni
135. board 33 psi 230 kPa 2 3 kgf cm Under hood m i 310 or the fuse box Spare 60 psi 420 kPa 4 2 kgf cm x1 Alignment w a cae oe Sport Toe in Front 0 0 in 0 mm PRSES 3 On models without VSA system and all Canadian models with Rear 0 10 in 2 5 mm coe manual transmission Camber Froni 9 4 On models with VSA system Rear e Caster Front 3 20 320 DOT Tire Quality Grading U S Vehicles The tires on your vehicle meet all U S Federal Safety Requirements All tires are also graded for treadwear traction and temperature performance according to Department of Transportation DOT standards The following explains these gradings Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service
136. ccssssscscsssscees 321 WPACHON sie sseseessccessacedecessiesiess 321 Temperature cccceceeeeeees 322 Tire Labeling lt ciisesstcvcceinscccoeneiccce 323 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Required Federal Explanation ss ccriascaesensgencveats 324 Emissions Controls 0 06 326 The Clean Air ACU siscccccsssccevies 326 Crankcase Emissions Control Syste ssecsccrecccessssssseere 326 Evaporative Emissions Control Syste ssecsscrececesssessseere 326 Onboard Refueling Vapor RECOVELY cccececececesceeeceeeees 326 Exhaust Emissions COntrOlS yieisontsvvetesstapiacvacinest 327 Replacement Parts 000 327 315 uoneULIOyUT Jeor L Identification Numbers Your vehicle has several identifying numbers 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 The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard You can see it by looking through the windshield on the driver s side It is also on the certification label attached to the driver s doorjamb and is stamped on the engine compartment bulkhead The VIN is also provided in bar code on the certification label The VIN is also located on the engine bulkhead Slide the cover on the engine compartment bulkhead to view the VIN Always cl
137. ce engine oil and oil filter 2 e Replace air cleaner element Inspect front and rear brakes If you drive in dusty conditions replace every 15 000 Check parking brake adjustment miles 24 000 km Inspect these items Replace dust and pollen filter e Tie rod ends steering gear box and boots If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high 5 concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from e Suspension components A diesel powered vehicles replace every 15 000 miles e Driveshaft boots 24 000 km e Brake hoses and lines including ABS VSA Inspect drive belt e All fluid levels and condition of fluids 3 Replace transmission fluid Exhaust system Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle Fuel lines and connections speeds results in higher transmission temperatures Check expiration date for TRK bottle This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the maintenance 1 If the message SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the minder If you regularly drive your vehicle under these display is reset change the engine oil every year conditions have the transmission fluid changed at 60 000 miles 100 000 km then every 30 000 miles 2 Canadian A T models only 48 000 km For A T only If you tow a Fit behind a motorhome the transmission See information on maintenance and emissions warranty on page 249 fluid must be changed every 2 years or 30 000 mi
138. circumstances see page 31 please follow these guidelines Infants Never put a rear facing child seat in the front seat of a vehicle equipped with a passenger s front airbag If the airbag inflates it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or very seriously injure an infant Small Children Placing a forward facing child seat in the front seat of a vehicle equipped with a passenger s front airbag can be hazardous If the vehicle seat is too far forward or the child s head is thrown forward during a collision an inflating front airbag can strike the child with enough force to kill or very seriously injure a small child Larger Children Children who have outgrown child seats are also at risk of being injured or killed by an inflating passenger s front airbag Whenever possible larger children should sit in the back seat on a booster seat if needed and be properly restrained with a seat belt see page 49 for important information about protecting larger children CONTINUED 35 JLS Josuosseg pue IANA Protecting Children General Guidelines To remind you of the passenger s front airbag hazards and that children must be properly restrained U S Models DASHBOARD SUN VISORS This Vehicle is Equipped with in a back seat your vehicle has AIRBAG WARNING Ad d Air B warning labels on the dashboard vanced Alr bags 1 FLIP VISOR OVER i eee A a front visors Even with Ad
139. d AM or FM FM1 and FM2 let you store two frequencies with each preset button 2 Use the tune seek or scan function to tune the radio to a desired station 3 Pick a preset number 1 6 and hold it until you hear a beep 4 Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store a total of six stations on AM and twelve stations on FM AUTO SELECT If you are traveling far from home and can no longer receive your preset stations you can use the auto select feature to find stations in the local area Press the A SEL button A SEL flashes in the display and the system goes into scan mode for several seconds It stores the frequencies of six AM and twelve FM stations in the preset buttons You will see a 0 displayed after pressing a preset button if auto select cannot find a strong station for that preset button If you do not like the stations auto select has stored you can store other frequencies on the preset buttons as previously described To turn off auto select press the A SEL auto select button This restores the presets you originally set For information on FM AM radio frequencies and reception see page 184 CONTINUED 117 somjeay Playing the FM AM Radio Models without navigation system Radio Data System RDS If the station you are listening to is On the FM band you can select a not an RDS station the display favorite station and display the continues to show the frequency with program s
140. d correctly rock it back and forth to make sure it is locked in position CONTINUED 93 s oQUOZ pue syusUMsUT Seats Armrest Rear Seat Adjustments RELEASE LEVER On Sport model and Canadian LX model You can adjust the angle of the rear The driver s seat has an armrest on seat backs separately To change the the side of the seat back To use seat back angle pull up the release pivot it down lever on the outer side of the seat back 94 Head Restraints See page 13 for important safety information and a warning about improperly positioning head restraints Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions to help protect you and your passengers from the likelihood of whiplash and other injuries They are most effective when you adjust them so the center of the back of the occupant s head rests against the center of the restraint Seats l if i LEGS i RELEASE BUTTON SEAT BACK Adjusting the Head Restraint The head restraints adjust for height You need both hands to adjust a restraint Do not attempt to adjust it while driving To raise it pull upward To lower the restraint push the release button sideways and push the restraint down Rear Center Position CUSHION i RELEASE BUTTON SEAT BACK When a passenger is seated in the rear center seating position the center head restraint should be adjusted up or down to match the passeng
141. d if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or American Honda Motor Co Inc To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE Washington DC 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov Authorized Manuals Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals U S only The publications shown below can be purchased from Helm Incorporated You can order by phone or online e Call Helm Inc at 1 800 782 4356 credit card orders only Go online at www helminc com If you are interested in other years or models contact Helm Inc at 1 800 782 4356 Publication Form Description Form Number 61TK610 2010 Honda Fit Service Manual 61TK601EL 2010 Honda Fit Electrical Troubleshooting Manual 61TK630 2009 Honda Fit Body Repair Manual 31TK6610 2010 Honda Fit Owner s Manual 31TK6810 2010 Honda Fit Navigation System Owner s Manual 31TK6M10 2010 Honda Fit Honda Service History 31TK6010 2010 Honda Fit Technology Reference Guide HON R Order Form for Previous Years Indicate Year and Model Desired Service Manual Covers maintenance and recommended p
142. d outer edges The small plastic pieces causing this roughness can flake off and fall on the recording surface of the disc causing skipping or other problems Remove these pieces by rubbing the inner and outer edges with the side of a pencil or pen Never try to insert foreign objects in the disc player Handle a disc by its edges never touch either surface Do not place stabilizer rings or labels on the disc These along with contamination from finger prints liquids and felt tip pens can cause the disc to not play properly or possibly jam in the drive Protecting Your Discs Additional Information of Recommended Discs The in dash disc player has a sophisticated and delicate mechanism If you insert a damaged disc as indicated in this section it may become stuck inside and damage the audio unit Examples of these discs are shown to the right 1 Bubbled wrinkled labelled and excessively thick discs Bubbled Wrinkled 2 Damaged discs Chipped Cracked With Label Sticker Using Printer Sealed Label Kit 3 Poor quality discs With Plastic Ring CONTINUED 187 soimjeay Protecting Your Discs 4 Small irregular shaped discs 5 Discs with scratches dirty discs e Recommended discs are printed with the following logo COMPACT N 4 DIGITAL AUDIO 3 inch 8 cm CD Triangle Shape Fingerprints scratches etc e Audio unit may not play the e CD R
143. dent of their performance and durability 250 U S Vehicles Maintenance replacement or repair of emissions control devices and systems may be done by any automotive repair establishment or individual using parts that are certified to EPA standards According to state and federal regulations failure to perform maintenance on the items marked with will not void your emissions warranties However all maintenance services should be performed in accordance with the intervals indicated by the information display Owner s Maintenance Checks You should check the following items at the specified intervals If you are unsure of how to perform any check turn to the appropriate page listed e Engine oil level Check every time you fill the fuel tank See page 201 e Engine coolant level Check the radiator reserve tank every time you fill the fuel tank See page 202 Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly See page 259 Brakes Check the fluid level monthly See page 261 Tires Check the tire pressure monthly Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects See page 274 Lights Check the operation of the headlights parking lights taillights high mount brake light and license plate lights monthly See page 262 Maintenance Minder Symbol Maintenance Main Items Symbol Maintenance Sub Items A Replace engine oil 1 e Rotate tires B e Repla
144. desired cruising speed release the button e To increase your speed in very small amounts tap the RES ACCEL button Each time you do this the vehicle will speed up about 1 mph 1 6 km h e Push on the accelerator pedal Accelerate to the desired cruising speed then press the SET DECEL button You can decrease the set cruising speed in any of these ways e Press and hold the SET DECEL button Release the button when you reach the desired speed e To slow down in very small amounts tap the SET DECEL button Each time you do this your vehicle will slow down about 1 mph 1 6 km h e Tap the brake or clutch pedal lightly with your foot The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel goes out When the vehicle slows to the desired speed press the SET DECEL button Even with the cruise control turned on you can still use the accelerator pedal to speed up for passing After completing the pass take your foot off the accelerator pedal The vehicle will return to the set cruising speed Resting your foot on the brake or clutch pedal causes the cruise control to cancel CONTINUED 195 soimeay Cruise Control Canceling Cruise Control Tapping either of the paddle shifters shifts the gear up or down but does RUB SQ UTON not cancel the cruise control For more information on driving with paddle shifters see page 224 CANCEL BUTTON You can cancel cruise control in any of these ways e Tap
145. dow washer CONTINUED 73 s oQUOD pue syusUMsUT Windshield Wipers and Washers Turn Signal and Headlights 4 Hold past OFF to turn the rear window wiper on and to spray the rear window washer The rear window wiper makes one more sweep after you release the switch When you shift the transmission to the reverse position with the front windshield wiper activated the rear wiper operates automatically even if the rear wiper switch is off The rear window washer uses the same fluid reservoir as the windshield washer 74 Turn Signal and Headlights 1 Turn signal 2 Off 3 Parking and interior lights 4 Headlights 5 High beams 6 Flash high beams On Sport model 7 Fog lights off 8 Fog lights on Turn Signal Push down on the left lever to signal a left turn and up to signal a right turn To signal a lane change push lightly on the lever and hold it The lever will return to the center when you release it or complete a turn Headlights Headlights Turning the switch to the 00 position turns on the parking lights taillights instrument panel lights side marker lights and rear license plate lights Turning the switch to the 2D position turns on the headlights When the light switch is in the 300 or ED position the lights on indicator comes on as a reminder This indicator stays on if you leave the light switch on and turn the ignition switch to t
146. dure every day immediately before you begin towing Otherwise severe automatic transmission damage will occur 1 Check the transmission fluid level see page 259 Do not overfill 2 Start the engine 3 Press on the brake pedal Move the shift lever through all its positions 4 Shift to the D position and hold for 5 seconds then to N Let the engine run for 3 minutes then turn it off NOTICE Severe transmission damage will occur if the vehicle is shifted from reverse to neutral and then towed with the drive wheels on the ground Towing Your Vehicle Behind a Motorhome 5 Release the parking brake Manual transmission 1 Move the shift lever into the Neutral position 2 Release the parking brake Leave the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY J position so the steering wheel does not lock Make sure the radio and any items plugged into the accessory power sockets are turned off so you do not run down the battery When you stop towing your vehicle and shift out of the neutral position you may not be able to move the shift lever from neutral to reverse or Park If this happens press the brake pedal and turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position then shift out of neutral Extended Towing If you tow more than 8 hours in one day you should repeat the above procedure at least every 8 hours when you stop for fuel etc NOTICE Failure to follow the recommended instructions
147. e side facing down An improperly disposed of battery can hurt the environment Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal 5 Install the parts in reverse order As required by the FCC This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or moditications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS 210 Operation is subject to the following two conditions D this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Seats Front Seat Adjustments See pages 11 12 for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position the seats and seat backs Make all seat adjustments before you start driving To adjust the seat forward or backward pull up on the bar under the seat cushion s front edge Move the seat to the desired position and release the bar Try to move the seat to make sure it is locked in position To change the seat back angle pull up the lever on the outside of the seat bottom Once a seat is adjuste
148. e daytime running lights DRL are on see page 75 Daytime Running Lights Indicator DRL If this indicator comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON II position and the parking brake is released it means there is a problem in the circuit Have your vehicle checked by your dealer ore Cruise Main Indicator On Sport model and Canadian LX model This indicator comes on when you turn on the cruise control system by pressing the CRUISE button see page 194 CRUISE Cruise Control Indicator CONTROL On Sport model and Canadian LX model This indicator comes on when you set the cruise control See page 194 for information on operating the cruise control Instrument Panel Indicators Washer Level Indicator Canadian models only This indicator comes on when the washer fluid level is low Add washer fluid when you see this indicator come on see page 258 CONTINUED 65 s oQUOD pue suoumysug Instrument Panel Indicators Maintenance Minder Indicator This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position It reminds you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance The maintenance main items and sub items will be displayed in the information display See page 245 for more information on the maintenance minder This indicator goes off when your dealer resets it after completing the required maintenanc
149. e airbags deployed until they see them lying in their laps CONTINUED 25 AJS Josuosseg pue IANA Additional Information About Your Airbags After a crash you may see what looks like smoke This is actually powder from the airbag s surface Although the powder is not harmful people with respiratory problems may experience some temporary discomfort If this occurs get out of the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so 26 Dual Stage Airbags Your front airbags are dual stage airbags This means they have two inflation stages that can be ignited sequentially or simultaneously depending on crash severity In a more severe crash both stages will ignite simultaneously to provide the quickest and greatest protection In a Jess severe crash one stage will ignite first then the second stage will ignite a split second later This provides longer airbag inflation time with a little less force Dual Threshold Airbags Your front airbags are also dual threshold airbags Airbags with this feature have two deployment thresholds that depend on whether sensors detect the occupant is wearing a seat belt or not If the occupant s belt is not latched the airbag will deploy at a slightly lower threshold because the occupant would need extra protection If the occupant s belt is Jatched the airbag will deploy at a slightly higher threshold when the airbag would be needed to supplement the protection provided by the sea
150. e driving Each tire has its own pressure sensor not including the spare tire If the air pressure of a tire becomes significantly low the sensor in that tire immediately sends a signal that causes the low tire pressure indicator to come on Low Tire Pressure Indicator When the low tire pressure indicator is on one or more of your tires is significantly underinflated You should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure as indicated on the vehicle s tire information placard If you think you can safely drive a short distance to a service station proceed slowly and inflate the tire to the recommended pressure shown on the driver s doorjamb If the tire is flat or if the tire pressure is too low to continue driving replace the tire with the compact spare tire see page 284 If you cannot make the low tire pressure indicator go out after inflating the tires to the specified values have your dealer check the system as soon as possible Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Sunuq Because tire pressure varies by temperature and other conditions the low tire pressure indicator may come on unexpectedly CONTINUED 235 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS For example
151. e exact frequencies It is fairly common for stations to round off the frequency in their advertising so your radio could display a frequency of 100 9 even though the announcer may identify the station as FM101 184 Radio Reception How well the radio receives stations is dependent on many factors such as the distance from the station s transmitter nearby large objects and atmospheric conditions A radio station s signal gets weaker as you get farther away from its transmitter If you are listening to an AM station you will notice the sound volume becoming weaker and the station drifting in and out If you are listening to an FM station you will see the stereo indicator flickering off and on as the signal weakens Eventually the stereo indicator will go off and the sound will fade completely as you get out of range of the station s signal Driving very near the transmitter of a station that is broadcasting on a frequency close to the frequency of the station you are listening to can also affect your radio s reception You may temporarily hear both stations or hear only the station you are close to FM AM Radio Reception Radio signals especially on the FM band are deflected by large objects such as buildings and hills Your radio then receives both the direct signal from the station s transmitter and the deflected signal This causes the sound to distort or flutter This is a main cause of poor r
152. e first few minutes while the sealant is pumped into the tire and then the pressure will go down to about 10 to 20 psi 70 to 140 kPa from the tire valve then reinstall the tire valve cap Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire AIR PRESSURE GAUGE DEFLATE BUTTON 14 Push the deflate button on the air pump until the air pressure gauge shows 0 psi 15 Remove the wheel label from the repair kit wipe any dirt off the wheel with a clean cloth and attach the label to the center of the wheel The label may adhere poorly when cold Clean the surface and securely attach the label 16 Remove the front pillar label from the repair kit and place it as shown above Remove the power plug from the accessory power socket Return all items except the air pump to the repair kit and store the kit in the cargo floor box Keep the air pump handy as you may need it soon CONTINUED 295 popedxouy ou Jo Suryey Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire 19 Drive carefully within the speed of 50 mph 80 km h for 5 minutes 296 VALVE CAP TIRE VALVE AIR PUMP HOSE 20 Stop safely and check the pressure in the tire Remove the tire valve cap screw the air pump hose onto the tire valve and check the air gauge You do not need to attach the power cord or turn the air pump switch on 2l 22 If pressure is less than 19 psi 130 kPa do not drive the ve
153. e if they are not removed regularly Changing the oil and filter requires special tools and access from underneath the vehicle The vehicle should be raised on a service station type hydraulic lift for this service Unless you have the knowledge and proper equipment you should have this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic WASHER OIL DRAIN BOLT 1 Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature then shut it off 2 Open the hood and remove the engine oil fill cap Remove the oil drain bolt and washer from the bottom of the engine Drain the oil into an appropriate container Changing the Engine Oil and Filter OIL FILTER 5 Put a new washer on the drain NOTICE bolt then reinstall the drain bolt oo Tighten the drain bolt to Improper disposal of engine oil can be 29 Ibf ft 39 N m 4 0 kgf m harmful to the environment If you change your own oil please dispose of 6 Refill the engine with the the used oil properly Put it in a sealed recommended oil container and take it to a recycling i center Do not discard it in a trash bin aide R capacity or dump it on the ground 3 8 US qt 3 6 L 7 Replace the engine oil fill cap Start 3 Remove the oil filter and let the the engine The oil pressure remaining oil drain A special indicator should go out within 5 wrench available from your seconds If it does not turn off the dealer is required engine and check your work Make
154. e release button on the front of the shift lever and move the lever to S This position is similar to D except only first to fourth gears are selected and fifth gear is no longer available However during most driving conditions only first through third gears are used With the shift lever in D or S you can also use the paddle shifters to shift the transmission up or down With the paddle shifters you can operate the transmission much like a manual transmission without a clutch pedal For more information on driving with the paddle shifters see page 224 Engine Speed Limiter If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in the engine speed will enter into the tachometer s red zone If this occurs you may feel the engine cut in and out This is caused by a limiter in the engine s computer controls The engine will run normally when you reduce the rpm below the red zone Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Release 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 1 Set the parking brake 2 Remove the key from the ignition switch 3 Put a cloth on the notch of the shift lock release slot cover to prevent scratches Using a small flat tip screwdriver or a metal fingernail file carefully pry on the notch of the cover to remove it 4 Insert the key in the shift lock release slot 5 Push d
155. e restraint legs e Do not place any object between an occupant and the seat back e Install each restraint in its proper location e Only use genuine Honda replacement head restraints Seats Folding the Rear Seat Up 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 Pull up the rear seat cushion and fold the seat leg down Push the seat cushion firmly against the seat back to lock it LATCH FLOOR GUIDE To return the seat cushion to its original position first make sure there are no items on the floor then pull up the seat leg fully and push down the seat cushion slowly while holding it with your hands Set the seat leg in the floor guide A latch comes out when the leg is set properly Folding the Rear Seat Down The rear seat backs can be folded down for more cargo room Each side folds down separately so you can still carry a passenger in the rear outer seating position Remove any items from the seat before folding down the seat back Make sure there are no items on the floor before folding down the seats CONTINUED 97 s oQUOD pue syusUMsUT Seats When you fold down the driver s side rear seat use the latch plate to release the center seat belt from the detachable anchor see page 99 Allow the seat belt to retract into the holder on the ceiling and store
156. e service 66 Immobilizer System Indicator This indicator comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position It will go off if you have inserted a properly coded ignition key If it is not a properly coded key the indicator will blink and the engine s fuel system will be disabled See page 79 Security System Indicator SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR Sc On Sport model This indicator comes on when the security system is set See page 193 for more information on the security system Instrument Panel Indicators Vehicle Stability Assist e2 _ VSA System Indicator If equipped This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position and when the ignition switch is turned to the START IID position It flashes when VSA is active see page 233 If it 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 ID position there is a problem with the VSA system Take your vehicle to a dealer to have it checked Without VSA your vehicle still has normal driving ability but will not have VSA traction and stability enhancement See page 233 for more information on the VSA system VSA Off Indicator OFF If equipped It comes on as a reminder that you have turned off the vehicle stability assist VSA system This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn
157. e shown in the display You can also select the displayed information with the TITLE button see page 123 The system will continuously play a disc until you change modes NOTICE Do not use discs with adhesive labels The label can curl up and cause the disc to jam in the unit The in dash disc player can also play CD Rs and CD RWs compressed in CD TEXT MP3 and WMA formats When playing a disc in MP3 or WMA you will see MP3 or WMA in the display You can see up to 99 folders and select up to 999 tracks files NOTE If a file on an MP3 or WMA disc is protected by digital rights management DRM the audio unit displays UNSUPPORTED and then skips to the next file If you have a disc that is a combination of CD DA tracks and MP3 WMA files you can choose the format to listen by pressing the CD button Video CDs and DVDs will not work in this unit A disc compressed in AAC format cannot be played in this audio system CONTINUED 123 soimjeay Playing a Disc Models without navigation system The specifications of the compatible MP3 file are Sampling frequency 32 44 1 48 kHz MPEG1 24 22 05 16 kHz MPEG2 Bit rate 32 40 48 56 64 80 96 112 128 160 192 224 256 320 kbps MPEGI 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 80 96 112 128 160 kbps MPEG2 Compatible with variable bit rate and multi session Maximum layers including ROOT 8 layers The specifications of the compatible WMA
158. e under the following conditions e Only one tire is flat e The puncture is smaller than 3 16ths of an inch 4 mm e The puncture is located within the tread e The wheel rim is not damaged e The tire bead is seated When making a temporary repair carefully follow all instructions in this owner s manual and in the instructions that came with the kit If you have a flat tire while driving park the vehicle on a level surface in a safe place put the transmission in Park P set the parking brake and turn the hazard lights on Thoroughly examine the tire for a puncture or other damage If a puncture is wider than 3 16ths of an inch 4 mm or is located in the tire sidewall do not attempt to repair the tire Have your vehicle towed to a Honda service center In Canada or the continental U S A simply call 1 800 465 PLUS 7587 for Honda Plus Roadside Assistance If the damage is smaller than 3 16ths of an inch 4 mm and within the tire tread proceed with the following instructions 1 TIRE VALVE VALVE CAP Park vehicle on a level surface in a safe place Set shifter lever into PARK and engage the parking brake Turn hazard light on Remove valve cap from tire valve CONTINUED 291 pop dx un ou Jo Suryey Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire STRAP TIRE REPAIR KIT 2 Open the tailgate 3 Raise the cargo area floor lid by lifting it up with the back of the strap Remove
159. e vehicle and hurt someone Do not cover or replace front seat back covers without consulting your dealer Improperly replacing or covering front seat back covers can prevent your side airbags from inflating during a side impact 17 JLS Josuosseg pue IANA Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components Your seat belt system includes lap shoulder belts in all seating positions The front seat belts are also equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners This system uses the same sensors as the front airbags to monitor whether the front seat belts are latched or unlatched and how much weight is on the front passenger s seat see page 27 The seat belt system includes an indicator on the instrument panel and a beeper to remind you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts This system monitors the front seat belts If you turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position before your seat belt is fastened the beeper will sound and the indicator will flash If your seat belt is not fastened before the beeper stops the indicator will stop flashing but remain on 18 If a front passenger does not fasten their seat belt the indicator will come on about 6 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the ON ID position If either the driver or a front passenger does not fasten their seat belt while driving the beeper will sound and the indicator will flash again at regular
160. eat it two more times for a total of 90 seconds 330 8 Then drive in city suburban traffic for at least 10 minutes When traffic conditions allow let the vehicle coast for several seconds without using the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal 9 Make sure the vehicle has been parked with the engine off for 30 minutes If the testing facility determines the readiness codes are still not set see your dealer Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information 332 Warranty Coverages sssceeeee 333 Reporting Safety Defects U S Vehicles sosseeeeeeseeseseeseessssee 334 Authorized Manuals 5 335 331 suopepy Joulo sng pue huee Customer Service Information Honda dealership personnel are trained professionals They should be able to answer all your questions If you encounter a problem that your dealership does not solve to your satisfaction please discuss it with the dealership s management The service manager or general manager can help Almost all problems are solved in this way If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership s management contact Honda Customer Service U S Owners American Honda Motor Co Inc Automobile Customer Service Mail Stop 500 2N 7A 1919 Torrance Boulevard Torrance California 90501 2746 Tel 800 999 1009 332 Canadian Owners Customer Relations Honda Canada Inc Visit www honda ca for con
161. eck the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly 325 uoQeULIoyUy Jeya L Emissions Controls The burning of gasoline in your vehicle s engine produces several byproducts Some of these are carbon monoxide CO oxides of nitrogen NOx and hydrocarbons HC Gasoline evaporating from the tank also produces hydrocarbons Controlling the production of NOx CO and HC is important to the environment Under certain conditions of sunlight and climate NOx and HC react to form photochemical smog Carbon monoxide does not contribute to smog creation but it is a poisonous gas The Clean Air Act The United States Clean Air Act sets standards for automobile emissions It also requires that automobile manufacturers explain to owners how their emissions controls work and what to do to maintain them This section summarizes how the emissions controls work 326 In Canada Honda vehicles comply with the Canadian emission requirements as specified in an agreement with Environment Canada at the time they are manufactured Crankcase Emissions Control System Your vehicle has a positive crankcase ventilation system This keeps gasses that build up in the engine s crankcase from going into the atmosphere The positive crankcase ventilation valve routes them from t
162. ection also includes instructions on how to read the maintenance minder messages on the information display and instructions for simple maintenance tasks you may want to take care of yourself If you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance tasks on your vehicle you may want to purchase the service manual See page 335 for information on how to obtain a copy or see your dealer Maintenance Safety 06 Maintenance Minder Fluid Locations ccccceeeeees Adding Engine Oil 0005 Changing the Engine Oil and El ie eeeereyprreereer errr er meen rere Engine Coolant ccccseeeee Windshield Washers Transmission Fluid 0 00000 Automatic Transmission Tires ccsssesseseecscssssenseoreesesceses Checking the Battery Vehicle Storage ccsssccsseses 243 IIULUJUPWN Maintenance Safety All service items not detailed in this section should be performed by a certified technician or other qualified mechanic Important Safety Precautions To eliminate potential hazards read the instructions before you begin and make sure you have the tools and skills required Make sure your vehicle is parked on level ground the parking brake is set and the engine is off To clean parts use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner not gasoline To reduce the possibility of fire or
163. ecured by attaching the seat to hardware built into the two outer seating positions in the back seat Since LATCH compatible child seats are easier to install and reduce the possibility of improper installation we recommend selecting this style In seating positions and vehicles not equipped with LATCH a LATCH compatible child seat can be installed using a seat belt Whatever type of seat you choose to provide proper protection a child seat should meet three requirements 1 The child seat should meet Federal Motor Vehicle Satety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 Look for FMVSS 213 or CMVSS 213 on the box 2 The child seat should be of the proper type and size to fit the child Rear facing for infants forward facing for small children 3 The child seat should fit the vehicle seating position or positions where it will be used Before purchasing a conventional child seat or using a previously purchased one we recommend that you test the seat in the specific vehicle seating position or positions where the seat will be used 41 AJS Josuosseg pue IANA Installing a Child Seat After selecting a proper child seat and a good place to install the seat there are three main steps in installing the seat 1 Properly secure the child seat to the vehicle All child seats must be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap shoulder belt or with the LATCH Lower Anchors
164. ecurity lockout features etc will not work in this audio unit NOTE e Do not use a device such as a card reader or hard drive as the device or your files may be damaged Do not connect your USB flash memory device using a HUB Do not use an extension cable to the USB adapter cable equipped with your vehicle Do not keep the USB flash memory device in the vehicle Direct sunlight and high heat will damage it e We recommend backing up your data before playing a USB flash memory device e Depending on the type and number of files it may take some time before they begin to play e Depending on the software the files were made with it may not be possible to play some files or display some text data The specifications for compatible MP3 files are Sampling frequency 32 44 1 48 kHz MPEG1 16 22 05 24 kHz MPEG2 Bit rate 32 40 48 56 64 80 96 112 128 160 192 224 256 320 VBR kbps MPEG1 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 80 96 112 128 144 160 VBR kbps MPEG2 CONTINUED 137 s m Playing a USB Flash Memory Device Models without navigation system Supported standards MPEG1 Audio Layer3 MPEG2 Audio LSF Layer3 Partition Top partition only Maximum layers 8 The specifications for compatible WMA files are Sampling frequency 32 44 1 48 kHz Bit rate 48 320 VBR kbps Max 384 Supported standards WMA version 7 8 9 Partition Top partition only
165. eeeeeee 63 SNOW TIL eS ccsscesesssssesssesnenens 278 Spare Tire sisi viecdisedviesaverssedissdisces 284 Inflating cccceeeeeeeeees 273 284 Specifications cccceceseseseseees 320 Spark Plugs wo ecceeseesseeeeeeee 318 Specifications cceceessssseeeeees 318 Speed Control cccceeeeeeeeeeeees 194 Speed Limiter ccceeeees 218 222 Speedometer ccssccccsssscceeees 68 SRS Additional Information 22 Additional Safety Precautions 33 Airbag Service s cccsssscccesees 32 Airbag System Components 22 How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works 0005 31 How the SRS Indicator Works 30 How Your Front Airbags NV OTIC ss ssessuessaowvexonceuneateaarveens 25 How Your Side Airbags Work 28 How Your Side Curtain Airbags WYO sierde ins 30 SRS Indicator oeeseeeseeeeeeeeeseeee 30 61 START Ignition Key Position 80 Starting the Engine 008 216 In Cold Weather at High Altitude 5s scccavescanevasevsancccesoiis 216 With a Dead Battery 299 State Emissions Testing 329 Steam Coming from Engine 301 Steering Wheel Adjustments cccccccessseeeeees 77 Anti theft Column Lock 80 ButtOns sssssrisisssissusssiss 189 194 Storing Your Vehicle 281 Su VISOP cceesesseececeessssseceeeeeees 106 Supplemental Restraint SY SUOMI eei orsetto eneit 9 22 SOLVICING e
166. eeeeeees 20 Cleaning ccccccsccecceesssssreeeeees 267 Detachable Anchor 008 99 Lap Shoulder Belt 14 19 Maintenance cccccceeeeeeeeeneee 20 Reminder Indicator and Beeper iiiisihsiss ccsvssdedciaeasccs 18 60 System Components 4 18 Use During Pregnancy 16 Wearing a Lap Shoulder Gl S A A E tions 14 19 oE NE A I EE 93 Seats Adjusting the 000 93 Seat Under Box ccceseeseeeeees 106 Security System sccccscd scccessetseccees 193 Security System Indicator 66 Sensors Driver s Seat Position Sensor 27 Front Passenger s Weight Sensors oo ceeeeesceseescceeeeeeeeees 27 Impact Sensors 00000 22 23 Serial Number cccccccccseeeeeeee 316 Service Intervals ccccecsseseeee 245 Service Manual U S only 335 Service Station Procedures 199 Setting the Clock csscccsees 192 Shifting the Automatic Transmission c0sceeeeeeeeee 219 Shift Lever Position Indicators 219 Shift Lock Release 0 c008 223 Side Airbags scsrssseesedvessrvecesassves 28 How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works ce00008 31 How Your Side Airbags Work 28 Side Curtain Airbags 0 0 30 How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work ou cececceecscccesesssssssseeseseees 30 Side Marker Lights Bulb Replacement in cccceeeeeeees 263 Signaling Turns ccccccsee
167. egins to blink or comes on again the engine needs repair see Emergency Towing on page 311 If the temperature stays normal check the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank If it has gone down add coolant to the MAX mark Put the cap back on tightly Low Oil Pressure Indicator Charging System Indicator Low Oil Pressure Indicator FA This indicator should never come on when the engine is running If it starts flashing or stays on the oil pressure has dropped very low or lost pressure Serious engine damage is possible and you should take immediate action NOTICE Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause serious mechanical damage almost immediately Turn off the engine as soon as you can safely get the vehicle stopped 1 Safely pull off the road and shut off the engine Turn on the hazard warning lights 2 Let the vehicle sit for a minute Open the hood and check the oil level see page 201 An engine very low on oil can lose pressure during cornering and other driving maneuvers 3 If necessary add oil to bring the level back to the full mark on the dipstick see page 253 4 Start the engine and watch the oil pressure indicator If it does not go out within 10 seconds turn off the engine There is a mechanical problem that needs to be repaired before you can continue driving n Emergency Towing on page 311 Charging System Indicator If the charg
168. emoving the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray out seriously scalding you Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the radiator cap Engine Coolant RESERVE TANK RADIATOR CAP 1 Make sure the engine and radiator 4 The coolant level should be up to are cool the base of the filler neck Add 2 Relieve any pressure in the cooling coolant if it is low system by turning the radiator cap Pour the coolant slowly and counterclockwise without carefully so you do not spill any pressing down Clean up any spill immediately it ld damage components in the 3 Remove the radiator cap by CO pushing down and turning engine compartment counterclockwise 5 Put the radiator cap back on and tighten it fully 6 Pour coolant into the reserve tank Fill it halfway between the MAX and MIN marks Put the cap back on the reserve tank Do not add any rust inhibitors or other additives to your vehicle s cooling system They may not be compatible with the coolant or engine components 257 IIULUJUPWN Windshield Washers Check the fluid level in the windshield washer reservoir at least monthly during normal use This reservoir supplies the windshield and rear window washers 258 WINDSHIELD WASHER RESERVOIR On U S models To check the windshield washer fluid level open the hood and look for the windshield washer reservoir
169. ems are virtually maintenance free and there are no parts you can safely service However you must have your vehicle serviced if e An airbag ever inflates Any airbag that has deployed must be replaced along with the control unit and other related parts Any seat belt tensioner that activates must also be replaced Do not try to remove or replace any airbag by yourself This must be done by an authorized dealer or a knowledgeable body shop The SRS indicator alerts you to a problem Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible If you ignore this indication your airbags may not operate properly Additional Information About Your Airbags Ifyour vehicle has a moderate to severe impact Even if your airbags do not inflate your dealer should inspect the driver s seat position sensor the front passenger s weight sensors the front seat belt tensioners and all seat belts worn during a crash to make sure they are operating properly Additional Safety Precautions e Do notattempt to deactivate your airbags Together airbags and seat belts provide the best protection Do not tamper with airbag components or wiring for any reason Tampering could cause the airbags to deploy possibly causing very serious injury Do not expose the front passenger s seat back to liquid If water or another liquid soaks into a seat back it can prevent the side airbag cutoff system from working properly Do not
170. en the ABS activates and you may hear some noise This is normal it is the ABS rapidly pumping the brakes On dry pavement you will need to press on the brake pedal very hard before the ABS activates However you may feel the ABS activate immediately if you are trying to stop on snow or ice A ABS Indicator If the ABS indicator comes on the anti lock function of the braking system has shut down The brakes still work like a conventional system but without anti lock You should have your dealer inspect your vehicle as soon as possible If the ABS indicator comes on while driving test the brakes as shown on page 305 CONTINUED 231 5 5 Anti lock Brakes ABS If the ABS indicator and the brake system indicator come on together and the parking brake is fully released the EBD system may also be shut down Test your brakes as instructed on page 305 If the brakes feel normal drive slowly and have your vehicle repaired by your dealer as soon as possible Avoid sudden hard braking which could cause the rear wheels to lock up and possibly lead to a loss of control On vehicles with VSA system The VSA indicator will come on along with the ABS indicator 232 Important Safety Reminders ABS does not reduce the time or distance it takes to stop the vehicle It only helps with the steering control during braking ABS will not prevent a skid that results from changing direction abruptly
171. er s height Removing the Head Restraint To remove a head restraint for cleaning or repair pull it up as far as it will go Push the release button then pull the restraint out of the seat back AWARNING Failure to reinstall the head restraints can result in severe injury during a crash Always replace the head restraints before driving When reinstalling a head restraint put the legs back in place Then adjust it to the appropriate height while pressing the release button Make sure the head restraint locks in position when you reinstall it CONTINUED 95 sjo uo pue syusUMsUT Seats Active Head Restraints After a collision the activated restraint should return to its normal position If the restraints do not return to their normal position or in the event of a severe collision have the vehicle inspected by a Honda dealer The driver s and front passenger s seats have active head restraints If the vehicle is struck severely from the rear the occupant properly secured with the seat belt will be pushed against the seat back and the head restraint will automatically move forward This reduces the distance between the restraint and the occupant s head It also helps protect the occupants against the likelihood of whiplash and injuries to the neck and upper spine 96 For a head restraint system to work properly e Do not hang any items on the head restraints or from th
172. ervice name according to the PS name display function on the information provided by the radio data system RDS When you turn off this function by RES INFO ON CZJ pressing the TITLE button the Program Service PS Name Display display shows RDS INFO OFF The program service name display function shows the name of the PROGRAM SERVICE station you are listening to With the NAME DISPLAY ON audio system on and the FM band selected you can turn this function on or off 4 To switch the function between on and off press and release the TITLE button With the system on you will see the RDS INFO ON message on the display If the station you are listening to is an RDS station the displayed frequency switches to the station name 118 Playing the FM AM Radio Models without navigation system Radio Data System RDS Category ALL gzz RDS CATEGORY On the FM band selected you can select the program category provided by the RDS Press A or W PLAY button to display and select an RDS category The principal RDS categories are shown as follows ALL All RDS category stations ROCK Rock classic rock and soft rock music COUNTRY Country music SOFT Adult hits and soft music TOP 40 Top 40 hits OLDIES Nostalgia music and oldies R amp B Rhythm and blues and soft rhythm and blues RELIGION Religious music and religious talk CLASSIC Classical music JAZZ Jazz INFO News inf
173. eseeeressseoseeerseseee 274 CHAING sccviescusccnestucsoeertivcuneniaents 278 Checking Wear cccsssscees 275 Compact Spare c0000eeee 284 DOT Tire Quality Grading U S Vehicles wccccccccecscssseseeseees 321 Inflation sos scsicencrisdccntinssvavndcacecene 273 Inspection ccceccccesssserseeeees 275 Labeling sis ssesstevsetesssisvesvedaayses 323 Low Tire Pressure Indicator ccccccccsseseees 64 235 Maintenance ccsesseseeeeees 276 Pressure Monitoring System 235 Replacing scsasircesiiesdiacskverdesaxseenes 276 Rotating sssesssisssseriisisrerssseisssssss 276 STOW cceessesssssccececessssneneeeeees 278 Specifications cceesesseeeeeees 320 Tools Tire Changing 285 Towing A Trailer sciccussisisiesacnsenievee 238 Emergency Wrecker 311 TPMS Tire Pressure Monitoring System ssccccssccessecesones 235 Indicator cccceccsesceseeeeees 64 236 Required Federal Explanation iscissscscncsvessesesane 324 Transmission Checking Fluid Level Automattic osssssssres spss 259 Checking Fluid Level Manual oeeeseeeesesercseesesrree 260 Fluid Selection 259 260 Identification Number 316 Shifting the Automatic 219 Shifting the Manual 217 Treadwear ccccccsssssssesceeseeeees 321 Trip Meter cseseskecdessestdeoesiixedsvesede 69 Turn Signal Sessien 63 U Unexpected Taki
174. exactly will result in severe automatic transmission damage If you cannot shift the transmission or start the engine your vehicle must be transported on a flat bed truck or trailer Sunuq CONTINUED 239 Towing Your Vehicle Behind a Motorhome When towing your vehicle for long periods remove the 30A Radio fuse to reduce drain on battery This fuse is located in the interior fuse box and shown as number 61 below 240 Oo E Cr Cd m P zoooor i 13 Ge Ie Ro Ge Ree ee AHHH 0 0 Oe a ee ee a i 5 C Go 3 22 4 0 OG Gy Go os om La HHE BBE Ay PU I rar Lr I l e g f Ji FE RADIO FUSE Only remove the fuse after you have performed the transmission shifting procedure and the key is in the ACCESSORY I position Store the fuse in an obvious location center pocket etc as a reminder to re install the fuse before driving the vehicle Towing Your Vehicle Behind a Motorhome Automatic transmission If you tow a Fit behind a motorhome the transmission fluid must be changed every 2 years or 30 000 miles 48 000 km whichever comes first 241 SULA 242 Maintenance This section explains why it is important to keep your vehicle well maintained and how to follow basic maintenance safety precautions This s
175. ey were added to the card it will not be displayed on the screen Playing a PC card Models with navigation system To Select a Play Mode PLAY MODE ICON ARTIST MODE PLAY MODE ICON FOLDER MODE FM1 FM2 am cD CARD Aux 1 12 va 4 Mone COLDER MP3 TRACK O1 Track A FOLDER 256 AAAA TIME 102 35 Gam Fear Track List Sound Background FOLDER __ FOLDER REPEAT RANDOM REW FF SKIP SKIP r M a_i a_i i th 1 ALBUM MODE MODE INDICATOR PLAY MODE ICON FM1 FM N am co CARD aux Fm1 Fm2 am co CARD aux 1 12 vo 4 Cups TRACK O1 Track A ARTIST Artist A TME 102 35 PLAY LAY 1 12 w4 TRACK 01 Track A ABM 01 Album A TME 02 35 PLAY MODE E SGN Track List Sound Backgrolund Gap SRN Track List Sound Backgrcund ARTIST _ ARTIST REPEAT RANDOM REW ALBUM ALBUM REPEAT RANDOM REW MODE INDICATOR MODE INDICATOR CONTINUED 161 soimjeay Playing a PC card Models with navigation system PLAY MODE ICON FM1 FM2 AM cb CARD
176. fting to a lower gear 230 Check your brakes after driving through deep water Apply the brakes moderately to see if they feel normal If not apply them gently and frequently until they do Be extra cautious and alert in your driving Braking System Design The hydraulic system that operates the brakes has two separate circuits Each circuit works diagonally across the vehicle the left front brake is connected with the right rear brake etc If one circuit should develop a problem you will still have braking at two wheels Brake Pad Wear Indicators If the front brake pads need replacing you will hear a distinctive metallic screeching sound when you apply the brake pedal If you do not have the brake pads replaced they will screech all the time It is normal for the brakes to occasionally squeal or squeak when you apply them Anti lock Brakes ABS The anti lock brake system ABS helps prevent the wheels from locking up and helps you retain steering control by pumping the brakes rapidly much faster than a person can do it The electronic brake distribution EBD system which is part of the ABS also balances the front to rear braking distribution according to vehicle loading You should never pump the brake pedal Let the ABS work for you by always keeping firm steady pressure on the brake pedal This is sometimes referred to as stomp and steer You will feel a pulsation in the brake pedal wh
177. ginning of the previous track FF REW To move rapidly within a track file press and hold BR preset 4 or lt d preset 3 Playing a Disc Models with navigation system In MP3 or WMA mode FOLDER SELECTION To select a different folder press either side of the TUNE FOLDER bar to move to the beginning of the next folder Press the A side of the TUNE FOLDER bar to skip to the next folder and the W side to move to the beginning of the current folder Press it again to skip to the beginning of the previous folder TRACK REPEAT FILE REPEAT To continuously replay a track file in MP3 or WMA mode press the RPT button preset 1 You will see TRACK REPEAT in the display Press the RPT button again to turn it off In MP3 or WMA mode FOLDER REPEAT This feature when activated replays all files on the selected folder in the order they are compressed To activate folder repeat press and hold the RPT button preset 1 for 2 seconds You will see FOLDER REPEAT in the display The system continuously replays the current folder Press the RPT button again to turn it off Selecting a different folder with the TUNE FOLDER bar also turns off folder repeat TRACK RANDOM Random within a disc folder This feature plays the tracks files within a disc in random order To activate track random press the RDM button preset 2 You will see TRACK RANDOM in the display Press the RDM button again
178. h you can be seriously injured or killed Follow all instructions in this owner s manual regarding the selection and use of tire chains Tires Checking the Battery Wheels Clean the wheels as you would the rest of the exterior Wash them with the same solution and rinse them thoroughly Lf equipped Aluminum alloy wheels have a protective clear coat that keeps the aluminum from corroding and tarnishing Cleaning the wheels with harsh chemicals including some commercial wheel cleaners or a stiff brush can damage the clear coat To clean the wheels use a mild detergent and a soft brush or sponge Checking the Battery TEST INDICATOR WINDOW Check the condition of the battery monthly by looking at the test indicator window The label on the battery explains the test indicator s colors The location of the test indicator window varies between manufacturers Check the terminals for corrosion a white or yellowish powder To remove it cover the terminals with a solution of baking soda and water It will bubble up and turn brown When this stops wash it off with plain water Dry off the battery with a cloth or paper towel Coat the terminals with grease to help prevent future corrosion If additional battery maintenance is needed see your dealer or a qualified technician CONTINUED 279 IIULUJUPW Checking the Battery WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain
179. he airbag to be turned off CONTINUED 27 AJS Josuosseg pue IANA Additional Information About Your Airbags When the passenger airbag gets turned off by the weight sensors a passenger airbag off indicator in the center of the dashboard comes on see page 31 If the weight sensors detect there is no passenger in the front seat the airbag is automatically turned off However the passenger airbag off indicator in this situation will not come on To ensure that the passenger s advanced front airbag system will work properly do not do anything that would increase or decrease the weight on the front passenger s seat This includes e Arear passenger pushing or pulling on the back of the front passenger s seat 28 e Moving the front seat forcibly back against cargo on the seat or floor behind it Hanging heavy items on the front passenger seat or placing heavy items in the seat back pocket Moving the front seat or seat back forcibly back against the folded rear seat Back seat passengers should not wedge objects or intentionally force their feet under the front passenger seat If your vehicle has optional floor mats make sure the mat behind the driver s seat is hooked to the floor mat anchor see page 267 If it is not the mat may interfere with the proper operation of the sensors and operation of the seat How Your Side Airbags Work If you ever have a moderate to severe side impact sen
180. he last folder the system goes to normal playing Pressing either SKIP button preset 5 or 6 or selecting a different folder with the TUNE FOLDER bar or pressing the SCAN button also turns off folder scan Using a Track List FOLDER ICON TRACK FILE ICON Select a track 1 10 AA A te 2 1022 BB 101 3 103 CC 4 104 DD 5 105 EE Return Y FOLDER NUMBER RETURN ICON You can also select a track file directly from a track list on the audio display Press the AUDIO button to show the audio display then touch the Track List icon The track list menu appears on the display Playing a Disc Models with navigation system When playing a CD recorded with text data each track name is shown on the audio display With a disc recorded in MP3 or WMA the folder number and the location are also displayed If the disc was not recorded with text data only the track number is shown To scroll through the display touch the A or F icon on the side of the screen To go back to the previous display touch the Return icon on the screen Select the desired track file by touching the icon on the display The selected icon will be highlighted in blue The system begins to play the selected track file With a disc in MP3 or WMA touch the folder icon on the upper left of the screen to move to the root folder The current folder is highlighted
181. he ACCESSORY I or the LOCK 0 position If you leave the lights on with the key removed from the ignition switch you will hear a reminder chime when you open the driver s door High Beams Push the lever forward and the high beam indicator will come on see page 65 Pull it back to return to low beams To flash the high beams pull the lever back lightly then release it The high beams will stay on as long as you hold the lever back Fog Lights On Sport model Turn the fog lights on and off by turning the switch next to the headlight switch You can use the fog lights only when the headlights are on low beam They will go off when the headlights are turned off Daytime Running Lights With the headlight switch off or in the 500 position the high beam headlights and the high beam indicator come on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position and release the parking brake They remain on until you turn the ignition switch off even if you set the parking brake The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn them on with the switch 75 s oQUOD pue syusUMsUT Instrument Panel Brightness Hazard Warning Button Rear Window Defogger Instrument Panel Brightness ENS zj INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS CONTROL KNOB You can change the instrument panel brightness only when the ignition switch is in the ON ID position and the light switch is on Turn the k
182. he audio information whenever you touch the AUDIO INFO or TRACK LIST icons on the lower of the screen When playing a CD recorded with text data the track album and artist name are shown on the audio display When playing a disc in MP3 or WMA the folder number and name the file number and name the artist name and the elapsed time are shown The system will continuously play a disc until you change modes If the disc was not recorded with text data it will not be displayed 152 To Change or Select Tracks Files PRESET BUTTON S FUNCTION IE Lrs PWR CARD AUX Sound Background SKIP n Skee ci Lor oe pare BUTTONS You can use the preset buttons while a disc is playing to select passages and change tracks files in MP3 or WMA mode Each preset button s function is shown on the bottom of the screen You can also select an icon with the joystick Move it to left right up or down to change the highlighting and scroll through lists Then press the ENT on the top of the joystick to select the icon SKIP Each time you press gt gt I preset 6 the player skips forward to the beginning of the next track file in MP3 or WMA mode Press I preset 5 to skip backward to the beginning of the current track Press it again to skip to the be
183. he cargo area placing the heaviest items on the bottom and as far forward as possible Tie down items that could be thrown about the vehicle during a crash or sudden stop Do not stack items higher than the back of the rear seats They can block your view and be thrown around the vehicle during a crash If you carry large items that prevent you from closing the tailgate exhaust gas can enter the passenger area To avoid the possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning follow the instructions on page 53 CONTINUED 211 Sunuq e10joq Carrying Cargo Cargo Hooks x If equipped HOOK The two or four hooks on the floor can be used to install a net for securing items 212 Your vehicle also has cargo hooks on side panel in the cargo area They are designed to hold light items Heavy objects may damage the hook Make sure any items put on each hook weigh less than 2 2 lbs 1 kg Driving This section gives you tips on Driving Guidelines c00 214 starting the engine under various Preparing to Drive ccceee 215 conditions and how to operate the Starting the Engine 6 216 manual and automatic transmissions Manual Transmission 217 It also includes important information Automatic Transmission 219 on parking your vehicle the braking Driving with the Paddle Shifters system the vehicle stability assist
184. he compact spare tire the TPMS indicator may also come on and stay on after driving several miles kilometers Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Changing a Tire with TPMS If you have a flat tire the low tire pressure indicator will come on Replace the flat tire with the compact spare tire see page 284 Each wheel except the compact spare tire wheel is equipped with a tire pressure sensor mounted inside the tire behind the valve stem You must use TPMS specific wheels It is recommended that you always have your tires serviced by your dealer or qualified technician After you replace the flat tire with the compact spare tire the low tire pressure indicator stays on This is normal the system is not monitoring the spare tire pressure Manually check the spare tire pressure to be sure it is correct After several miles kilometers driving with the compact spare tire the TPMS indicator comes on and the low tire pressure indicator goes off The low tire pressure indicator or the TPMS indicator will go off after several miles kilometers driving when you replace the spare tire with the specified regular tire equipped with the tire pressure monitor sensor Never use a puncture repairing agent in a flat tire If used you will have to replace the tire pressure sensor Have the flat tire repaired by your dealer as soon as possible As required by the FCC This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules
185. he crankcase back to the intake manifold They are then drawn into the engine and burned Evaporative Emissions Control System As gasoline evaporates in the fuel tank an evaporative emissions control canister filled with charcoal adsorbs the vapor It is stored in this canister while the engine is off After the engine is started and warmed up the vapor is drawn into the engine and burned during driving Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery The onboard refueling vapor recovery ORVR system captures the fuel vapors during refueling The vapors are adsorbed in a canister filled with activated carbon While driving the fuel vapors are drawn into the engine and burned off Emissions Controls Exhaust Emissions Controls The exhaust emissions controls include four systems PGM FI ignition timing control exhaust gas recirculation and three way catalytic converter These four systems work together to control the engine s combustion and minimize the amount of HC CO and NOx that come out the tailpipe The exhaust emissions control systems are separate from the crankcase and evaporative emissions control systems PGM FI System The PGM FI system uses sequential multiport fuel injection It has three subsystems air intake engine control and fuel control The powertrain control module PCM in automatic transmission vehicles or the engine control module ECM in manual transmission vehicles uses various sensors to determ
186. he iPod with iTunes iPod and iTunes are registered trademarks owned by Apple Inc iPods compatible with your audio system using the USB adapter cable are 130 Model Software iPod classic Ver 1 0 or more iPod with Ver 1 2 or more video iPod 5th generation iPod nano Ver 1 2 or more iPod nano 2nd Ver 1 1 2 or more generation iPod nano 3rd Ver 1 0 or more generation iPod touch Ver 1 1 1 or more Use only compatible iPods with the latest software iPods that are not compatible will not work in this audio unit NOTE e Do not connect your iPod using a HUB e Do not keep the iPod in the vehicle Direct sunlight and high heat will damage it e Do not use an extension cable between the USB adapter cable equipped with your vehicle and your dock connector e We recommend backing up your data before playing it In AAC format DRM digital rights management files cannot be played If the system finds a DRM file the audio unit displays UNPLAYABLE and then skips to the next file Playing an iPod Models without navigation system DOCK CONNECTOR Text Data Display Function Each time you press the TITLE button the display mode switches between the album name the song name the artist name or name off which turns off the text display Connecting an iPod USB CONNECTOR USB CONNECTOR 2 Connect your dock connector to 1 Open the upper glove box
187. he tread When the tread wears down you will see a 1 2 inch 12 7 mm wide band across the tread This shows there is less than 1 16 inch 1 6 mm of tread left on the tire A tire this worn gives very little traction on wet roads You should replace the tire if you can see three or more tread wear indicators e Excessive tread wear Tire Service Life The service life of your tires is dependent on many factors including but not limited to driving habits road conditions vehicle loading inflation pressure maintenance history speed and environmental conditions even when the tires are not in use In addition to your regular inspections and inflation pressure maintenance it is recommended that you have annual inspections performed once the tires reach five years old It is also recommended that all tires including the spare be removed from service after 10 years from the date of manufacture regardless of their condition or state of wear The last four digits of the TIN tire identification number are found on the sidewall of the tire and indicate the date of manufacture See Tire Labeling on page 323 CONTINUED 275 IIULUJUPWN Tires Tire Maintenance In addition to proper inflation correct wheel alignment helps to decrease tire wear If you find a tire is worn unevenly have your dealer check the wheel alignment Have your dealer check the tires if you feel a consistent vibration while dr
188. hicle further or attempt to re inflate the tire Call or wait for help If pressure is lower than 33 psi 230 kPa and higher than 19 psi 130 kPa use air pump to bring tire pressure to 33 psi 230 kPa Then drive carefully within the speed of 50 mph 80 km h for 5 minutes more Stop safely and check the pressure in the tire Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire If the Engine Won t Start If the pressure is lower than 32 psi 220 kPa and higher than 19 psi 130 kPa use the air pump to bring air to the desired level as described in step 11 Then drive to the nearest service station at no more than 50 mph 80 km h If the pressure is below 19 psi do not continue Have the vehicle towed see page 311 In any case be sure to have the damaged tire permanently repaired as soon as possible Remember to return the tire sealant bottle to your Honda service center for proper disposal If the Engine Won t Start Diagnosing why the engine won t start falls into two areas depending on what you hear when you turn the ignition switch to the START IID position e You hear nothing or almost nothing The engine s starter motor does not operate at all or operates very slowly e You can hear the starter motor operating normally or the starter motor sounds like it is spinning faster than normal but the engine does not start up and run Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly When you turn the ig
189. honi seat nacdenber restraint system SRS with front p S during a moderate to severe side impact see page 28 for more information on how your side airbags work airbags to help protect the heads and chests of the driver and a front seat passenger during a moderate to severe frontal collision see page 25 for more information on how your front airbags work ATZA N In addition your vehicle has side curtain airbags to help protect the heads of the driver front passenger and passengers in the outer rear seating positions during a moderate to severe side or front impact see page 30 for more information on how your side curtain airbags work CONTINUED 9 AJS Josuosseg pue IANA Your Vehicle s Safety Features The most important things you need to know about your airbags are e Airbags do not replace seat belts They are designed to supplement the seat belts e Airbags offer no protection in rear impacts or minor frontal or side collisions Airbags can pose serious hazards To do their job airbags must inflate with tremendous force So while airbags help save lives they can cause minor injuries or more serious or even fatal injuries if occupants are not properly restrained or sitting properly 10 What you should do Always wear your seat belt properly and sit upright and as far back from the steering wheel as possible while allowing full control of the vehicle A front passenger should move their
190. ick and check the fluid level It should be between the upper and lower marks 5 If the level is below the lower mark add fluid into the dipstick hole to bring it to the level between the upper and lower marks Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so you do not spill any Clean up any spill immediately it could damage components in the engine compartment Always use Honda ATF Z1 automatic transmission fluid CONTINUED 259 IIULUJUPWN Transmission Fluid NOTICE Use only Honda Genuine ATF Z1 automatic transmission fluid Do not mix with other transmission fluids Using transmission fluid other than Honda Genuine ATF Z1 may cause deterioration in transmission operation and durability and could result in damage to the transmission Damage resulting from the use of transmission fluid other than Honda Genuine ATF Z1 is not covered by the Honda new vehicle warranty 6 Insert the dipstick all the way back into the transmission securely as shown in the illustration If you are not sure how to add fluid contact your dealer 260 Manual Transmission Fluid FILLER BOLT WASHER Correct level Check the fluid level with the transmission at normal operating temperature and the vehicle on level ground Remove the transmission filler bolt and carefully feel inside the bolt hole with your finger The fluid level should be up to the edge of the bolt hole If it is not add Honda Manual T
191. icle unless it is the same make and model e On vehicles with the TPMS system the low tire pressure indicator comes on and stays on after you replace the flat tire with the compact spare tire After several miles kilometers driving with the compact spare tire the TPMS indicator comes on and the low tire pressure indicator goes off INDICATOR LOCATION MARK TREAD WEAR INDICATOR BAR Replace the tire when you can see the tread wear indicator bars The replacement should be the same size and design tire mounted on the same wheel The spare tire is not designed to be mounted on a regular wheel and the spare wheel is not designed for mounting a regular tire Changing a Flat Tire Except all Canadian models with automatic transmission If you have a flat tire while driving The vehicle can easily roll off stop in a safe place to change it the jack seriously injuring Drive slowly along the shoulder until anyone underneath you get to an exit or an area to stop Follow the directions for that is far away from the traffic lanes changing a tire exactly and never get under the vehicle when it is supported only by the x jack F TOOL KIT JACK STRAP Park the vehicle on firm level and nonslipnery ground Put ihe 4 Open the tailgate Raise the cargo area floor lid by lifting it up with transmission in Park automatic the back of the strap To keep the OL TEVETSE manual Apply the fl
192. ies and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer Overloading or improper loading can affect handling and stability and cause a crash in which you can be hurt or killed Follow all load limits and other loading guidelines in this manual Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs CONTINUED 209 Sunnud opg Carrying Cargo 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1 400 Ibs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 Ibs 1 400 750 5 X 150 650 Ibs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle 210 Example 1 2 oaa Passenge
193. ift lever is moved into the Park P position with the brake pedal depressed A T vehicles only 1 Make sure the shift lever is in the Park P position 2 Turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position and make sure to close the driver s door Push and hold the rear of the master door lock switch on the driver s door You will hear a click Continue to hold the switch e Until you hear another click after about 5 seconds to activate driver s door unlock feature e Or until you hear two more clicks after about 10 seconds to activate all doors and tailgate unlock feature Release the switch and within 5 seconds turn the ignition switch to the LOCK 0 position Door Locks To program the Ignition Switch 3 On A T vehicles push and hold the Even if your vehicle s battery is Unlock mode brake pedal then move the shift removed or goes dead the system ae P rer door fe all sh s lever out of the Park P position keeps the auto door lock unlock ana targate wnen e 1gm1u10n SWILCAN 1S i i moved out of the ON ID position 4 Push and hold the rear of the setting which you selected master door lock switch on the driver s door You will hear a click Continue to hold the switch e Until you hear another click after about 5 seconds to activate driver s door unlock feature e Or until you hear two more clicks after about 10 seconds to activate all d
194. in vehicles can accidentally get trapped inside Teach your children not to play in or around vehicles Keep vehicle keys remote transmitters out of the reach of children Even very young children learn how to unlock vehicle doors turn on the ignition switch and open the tailgate which can lead to accidental injury or death Protecting Infants and Small Children Protecting Infants Child Seat Type An infant must be properly restrained in a rear facing reclining child seat until the child reaches the seat maker s weight or height limit for the seat and the child is at least one year old Only a rear facing child seat provides proper support for a baby s head neck and back Two types of seats may be used a seat designed exclusively for infants or a convertible seat used in the rear facing reclining mode Do not put a rear facing child seat in a forward facing position If placed facing forward an infant could be very seriously injured during a frontal collision Rear facing Child Seat Placement A rear facing child seat can be placed in any seating position in the back seat but not in the front Never put a rear facing child seat in the front seat If the passenger s front airbag inflates it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or seriously injure an infant When properly installed a rear facing child seat may prevent the driver or a front passenger from moving their se
195. ine how much air is going into the engine It then controls how much fuel to inject under all operating conditions Ignition Timing Control System This system constantly adjusts the ignition timing reducing the amount of HC CO and NOx produced Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR System The exhaust gas recirculation EGR system takes some of the exhaust gas and routes it back into the intake manifold Adding exhaust gas to the air fuel mixture reduces the amount of NOx produced when the fuel is burned Three Way Catalytic Converter The three way catalytic converter is in the exhaust system Through chemical reactions it converts HC CO and NOx in the engine s exhaust to carbon dioxide CO2 nitrogen N2 and water vapor Replacement Parts The emissions control systems are designed and certified to work together in reducing emissions to levels that comply with the Clean Air Act To make sure the emissions remain low you should use only new Honda replacement parts or their equivalent for repairs Using lower quality parts may increase the emissions from your vehicle The emissions control systems are covered by warranties separate from the rest of your vehicle Read your warranty manual for more information 327 uoQeULIoyUy Jeya L Three Way Catalytic Converter The three way catalytic converter contains precious metals that serve as catalysts promoting chemical reactions to convert the exhaust gasses wi
196. ing a seat belt in a crash you could be thrown forward and crush the child against the dashboard or a seat back If you are wearing a seat belt the child can be torn from your arms and be seriously hurt or killed Never put a seat belt over yourself and a child During a crash the belt could press deep into the child and cause serious or fatal injuries Never let two children use the same seat belt If they do they could be very seriously injured in a crash 38 Make sure any unused seat belt that a child can reach is buckled the lockable retractor is activated and the belt is fully retracted and locked If a child wraps a loose seat belt around their neck they can be seriously or fatally injured See pages 45 and 46 for how to activate and deactivate the lockable retractor Use the childproof door locks to prevent children from opening the rear doors This can prevent children from accidentally falling out see page 82 Do not leave children alone in a vehicle Leaving children without adult supervision is illegal in most states Canadian provinces and territories and can be very hazardous For example infants and small children left in a vehicle on a hot day can die from heatstroke A child left alone with the key in the ignition switch can accidentally set the vehicle in motion possibly injuring themselves or others Lock all doors and the tailgate when your vehicle is not in use Children who play
197. ing system indicator comes on brightly when the engine is running the battery is not being charged Immediately turn off all electrical accessories Try not to use other electrically operated controls such as the power windows Keep the engine running starting the engine will discharge the battery rapidly Go to a service station or garage where you can get technical assistance 303 pop dx un oy Jo Suryey Malfunction Indicator Lamp If this indicator comes on while driving it means one of the engine s emissions control systems may have a problem Even though you may feel no difference in your vehicle s performance it can reduce your fuel economy and cause increased emissions Continued operation may cause serious damage If you have recently refueled your vehicle the indicator coming on could be due to a loose or missing fuel fill cap You will also see a CHECK FUEL CAP message on the information display Tighten the cap until it clicks at least once Tightening the cap will not turn the indicator off immediately it can take several days of normal driving 304 If the indicator comes on repeatedly even though it may go off as you continue driving have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible If you keep driving with the malfunction indicator lamp on you can damage your vehicle s emissions controls and engine Those repairs may not be covered by your vehicle s war
198. isplay Press the RPT button again to turn it off FOLDER ARTIST ALBUM REPEAT This feature when activated replays all the files on the selected folder artist album in the order they are recorded or listed To activate each repeat mode press and hold the RPT button preset 1 for 2 seconds You will see FOLDER REPEAT ARTIST REPEAT or ALBUM REPEAT in the display The system continuously replays the current folder artist album Press and hold the RPT button again to turn it off Pressing the RDM button or selecting a different folder artist album with the TUNE FOLDER bar also turns off the repeat feature TRACK RANDOM Random within a folder This feature plays the files within a folder in random order To activate random play press the RDM button preset 2 You will see TRACK RANDOM in the display Press the RDM button again to return to normal play FOLDER ARTIST ALBUM RANDOM This feature when activated plays all files in each folder artist album in random order rather than in the order they are recorded or listed To activate each random play push and hold the RDM button preset 2 for 2 seconds You will see FOLDER RANDOM ARTIST RANDOM or ALBUM RANDOM in the display Playing a PC card Models with navigation system The system then selects and plays files randomly This continues until you deactivate each random play by pressing the RDM button again SCAN The SCAN function s
199. ist appears Select the desired album and its song list is displayed You can then select the desired song from the list To Stop Playing a PC card To play the radio when a PC card is playing press the AM FM button or touch the FM1 FM2 or AM icon If a disc is in the audio unit press the CD AUX button or touch the CD icon to play the disc Touch the CARD icon to switch back to the PC card player If you turn the system off while a PC card is playing either with the power volume knob or by turning off the ignition switch the card will stay in the drive When you turn the system back on the card will begin playing where it left off When you leave the vehicle always remove the PC card from the audio unit Removing a PC Card To remove a PC card from the audio unit fold back the screen by pressing the OPEN button see page 150 Press the eject button 4 to remove the card If you do not remove it from the slot you cannot return the screen to the upright position To return the screen to the upright position press the CLOSE button You can also eject a card when the ignition switch is off PC Card Player Malfunction If there is a problem with the PC card player see your dealer 169 sommjeay Playing an iPod Models with navigation system POWER VOLUME KNOB USB ICON iPod INDICATOR ANTI O OLpusHP WR THEFT JOYSTICK rw Pre Loo Joo 1 1
200. it whenever you check your tire pressures This will make it easier for you to tell if a pressure loss is due to a tire problem and not due to a variation between gauges While tubeless tires have some ability to self seal if they are punctured you should look closely for punctures if a tire starts losing pressure 274 Recommended Tire Pressures The following charts show the recommended cold tire pressures for most normal and high speed driving conditions All models except Sport Cold Tire Pressure for Normal Driving Tire Size 175 65R15 84S Front Rear 32 psi 220 kPa 2 2 kgf cm Sport model Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure for Normal Driving 185 55R16 83H Front Rear 33 psi 230 kPa 2 3 kgf cm If equipped The compact spare tire pressure is 60 psi 420 kPa 4 2 kgf cm For convenience the recommended tire sizes and cold tire pressures are on a label on the driver s doorjamb For additional information about your tires see page 323 Tires Tire Inspection Every time you check inflation you should also examine the tires for damage foreign objects and wear INDICATOR LOCATION MARK ZA m You should look for e Bumps or bulges in the tread or side of the tire Replace the tire if you find either of these conditions e Cuts splits or cracks in the side of the tire Replace the tire if you can see fabric or cord Your tires have wear indicators molded into t
201. iving A tire should always be rebalanced if it is removed from the wheel When you have new tires installed make sure they are balanced This increases riding comfort and tire life For best results have the installer perform a dynamic balance NOTICE On vehicles with aluminum wheels improper wheel weights can damage your vehicle s aluminum wheels Use only Honda wheel weights for balancing 276 Tire Rotation Front Front l l For Non directional For Directional Tires and Wheels Tires and Wheels To help increase tire life and distribute wear more evenly rotate the tires according to the maintenance messages displayed on the information display Move the tires to the positions shown in the illustration each time they are rotated If you purchase directional tires rotate only front to back When the tires are rotated make sure the air pressures are checked Replacing Tires and Wheels Replace your tires with radial tires of the same size load range speed rating and maximum cold tire pressure rating as shown on the tire s sidewall Mixing radial and bias ply tires on your vehicle can reduce braking ability traction and steering accuracy Using tires of a different size or construction can cause the ABS and vehicle stability assist system VSA to work inconsistently The ABS and VSA system work by comparing the speed of the wheels When replacing tires use the same size origina
202. king feature For more information see page 83 2 Adjust the Front Seats Adjust the driver s seat as far to the rear as possible while allowing you to maintain full control of the vehicle Have a front passenger adjust their seat as far to the rear as possible CONTINUED 11 JLS Josuosseg pue IANA Protecting Adults and Teens If you sit too close to the steering wheel or dashboard you can be seriously injured by an inflating front airbag or by striking the steering wheel or dashboard The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that drivers allow at least 10 inches 25 cm between the center of the steering wheel and the chest In addition to adjusting the seat you can adjust the steering wheel up and down and in and out see page 77 If you cannot get far enough away from the steering wheel and still reach the controls we recommend that you investigate whether some type of adaptive equipment may help 12 Sitting too close to a front airbag can result in serious injury or death if the front airbags inflate Always sit as far back from the front airbags as possible Once a seat is adjusted correctly rock it back and forth to make sure it is locked in position See page 93 for how to adjust the front seats 3 Adjust the Seat Backs Adjust the driver s seat back to a comfortable upright position leaving ample space between your chest and the
203. l and PtoR press the shift lever release button ae p Press the shift lever release DtoS button StoD D n X Move the shift lever RtoN 220 Park P This position mechanically locks the transmission Use Park whenever you are turning off or starting the engine To shift out of Park you must press on the brake pedal and have your foot off the accelerator pedal Press the release button on the front of the shift lever to move it If you have done all of the above and still cannot move the lever out of Park see Shift Lock Release on page 223 To avoid transmission damage come to a complete stop before shifting into Park You must also press the release button to shift into Park The shift lever must be in Park before you can remove the key from the ignition switch Automatic Transmission Reverse R Press the brake pedal and press the release button on the front of the shift lever to shift from Park to reverse To shift from reverse to neutral come to a complete stop and then shift Press the release button before shifting into reverse from neutral Neutral N Use neutral if you need to restart a stalled engine or if it is necessary to stop briefly with the engine idling Shift to the Park position if you need to leave your vehicle for any reason Press on the brake pedal when you are moving the shift lever from neutral to another gear Drive D Use this position for y
204. ler for assistance If possible have your dealer inspect the final installation Do not install accessories on the side pillars or across the rear windows Accessories installed in these areas may interfere with proper operation of the side curtain airbags Accessories and Modifications Modifying Your Vehicle Removing parts from your vehicle or replacing components with non Honda components could seriously affect your vehicle s handling stability and reliability Here are some examples e Lowering your vehicle with a non Honda suspension kit that significantly reduces ground clearance can allow the undercarriage to hit speed bumps or other raised objects which could cause the airbags to deploy e Raising your vehicle with a non Honda suspension kit can affect the handling and stability e Non Honda wheels because they are a universal design can cause excessive stress on suspension components and will not be compatible with the tire pressure monitoring system TPMS If equipped e Larger or smaller wheels and tires can interfere with the operation of your vehicle s anti lock brakes and other systems e Modifying your steering wheel or any other part of your vehicle s safety features can make the systems ineffective If you plan to modify your vehicle consult your dealer 207 Sunuq e10joq Carrying Cargo CARGO AREA REAR SIDE POCKET RIGHT SIDE FRONT DOOR POCKETS TSS C
205. les 48 000 km whichever comes first For A T only NOTE Independent of maintenance messages in the information display 4 Replace spark plugs replace the brake fluid every 3 years Inspect valve clearance P Inspect idle speed every 160 000 miles 256 000 km 5 e Replace engine coolant Adjust the valves during services A B 1 2 or 3 only if they are noisy 251 z D 5 io 5 D O 0 5 2 io Fluid Locations ENGINE OIL FILL CAP WASHER FLUID Blue cap ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK eo Orange loop Y ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK Yellow loop 252 BRAKE FLUID Black cap CLUTCH FLUID Manual Transmission only Gray cap RADIATOR CAP Adding Engine Oil Recommended Engine Oil Oil is a major contributor to your engine s performance and longevity Always use a premium grade 5W 20 detergent oil displaying the API Certification Seal This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving and that it meets the American Petroleum Institute s latest requirements API CERTIFICATION SEAL ENGINE OIL FILL CAP Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on the valve cover Pour in the oil slowly and carefully so you do not spill any Clean up any spills immediately Spilled oil could damage components in the engine compartment Reinstall the engine oil fill cap and tighten i
206. les from the selected items in the iPod menu list playlists artists albums or songs in random order To activate the track random feature press the RDM button Preset 2 You will see TRACK RANDOM in the display To turn it off press the RDM button Preset 2 Playing an iPod Models with navigation system ALBUM RANDOM This feature plays all available albums from the selected items in the iPod menu list playlists artists albums or songs in random order The files in each album are played in the recorded order To activate the album random feature press and hold the RDM button Preset 2 You will see ALBUM RANDOM in the display To turn it off press and hold the RDM button Preset 2 You can also select another list from the iPod menu while keeping the random function NOTE Available operating function varies on models or versions Some functions may not be available on the vehicle s audio system To Stop Playing Your iPod To play the radio when an iPod is playing press the FM AM button or touch the FM1 FM2 or AM icon If a disc is in the audio unit press the CD AUX button or touch the CD icon to play the disc If a PC card is in the audio unit Press the CD AUX button or touch the CARD icon to play a PC card Press the CD AUX button again or touch the AUX icon to switch back to the iPod Disconnecting an iPod You can disconnect the iPod at any time when you see OK to Disc
207. line containing up to 10 ethanol by volume and up to 15 MTBE by volume Do not use gasoline containing methanol If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms try another service station or switch to another brand of gasoline For further important fuel related information for your vehicle or information on gasoline that does not contain MMT visit Owner Link at owners honda com In Canada visit www honda ca for additoin information on gasoine Service Station Procedures Refueling 1 Park with the driver s side closest to the service station pump Pull out Outside of the vehicle push on the right side edge of the fuel fill door in the middle The fuel fill door will pop up slightly Pull it outward to open it Remove the fuel fill cap slowly HOLDER 4 Stop filling the tank after the fuel on nozzle automatically clicks off Do not try to top off the tank Leave some room for the fuel to expand with temperature changes TETHER If the fuel nozzle keeps clicking off even though the tank is not full there may be a problem with your vehicle s fuel vapor recovery system The system helps keep FUEL FILL CAP fuel vapor from going into the atmosphere Try filling at another pump If this does not fix the You may hear a hissing sound as problem consult your dealer pressure inside the tank escapes Place the fuel fill cap in the holder on the fuel fill door To preven
208. ll snow tires or tire chains They may be required by local laws under certain conditions Snow Tires If you mount snow tires on your vehicle make sure they are radial tires of the same size and load range as the original tires Mount snow tires on all four wheels The traction provided by snow tires on dry roads may be lower than your original tires Check with the tire dealer for maximum speed recommendations 278 Tire Chains Mount tire chains on your tires when required by driving conditions or local laws Install them only on the front tires Because your vehicle has limited tire clearance Honda strongly recommends using the chains listed below made by Security Chain Company SCC All models except Sport SC1026 Sport model SC1030 When installing cables follow the manufacturer s instructions and mount them as tight as you can Make sure they are not contacting the brake lines or suspension Drive slowly with them installed If you hear them coming into contact with the body or chassis stop and investigate Remove them as soon as you begin driving on cleared roads NOTICE Traction devices that are the wrong size or improperly installed can damage your vehicle s brake lines suspension body and wheels Stop driving if they are hitting any part of the vehicle A WARNING Using the wrong chains or not properly installing chains can damage the brake lines and cause a crash in whic
209. ll through the display touch the A or W icon on the side of the screen To go back to the previous display touch the Return icon To play a file touch its icon on the screen The current folder is highlighted in blue To Select Repeat Random or Scan Mode You can select any type of repeat random and scan modes by using the RPT button or RDM button or SCAN button TRACK REPEAT This feature continuously plays a file To activate the track repeat feature press the RPT button Preset 1 You will see TRACK REPEAT in the display To turn it off press the RPT button Preset 1 FOLDER REPEAT This feature replays all the files in the selected folder in the order they are stored To activate the folder repeat feature press and hold the RPT button Preset 1 You will see FOLDER REPEAT in the display To turn it off press and hold the RPT button Preset 1 TRACK RANDOM This feature plays all the files in random order To activate the track random feature press the RDM button Preset 2 You will see TRACK RANDOM in the display To turn it off press the RDM button Preset 2 FOLDER RANDOM This feature plays the files in the selected folder in random order To activate the folder random feature press and hold the RDM button Preset 2 You will see FOLDER RANDOM in the display To turn it off press and hold the RDM button Preset 2 TRACK SCAN This feature samples all files
210. lling a Child Seat with a Lap Shoulder Belt 45 Installing a Child Seat with a OEIC se222e0ed s teed te eeecceeacs cesses 47 Protecting Larger Children 49 Checking Seat Belt Fit 49 Using a Booster Seat 0006 50 When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front cisssesccessdsnkcconsssvscecevenncces ol Additional Safety Precautions 52 Carbon Monoxide Hazard 53 Safety Labels ccccsssseseesesseeeeeees 54 JLS Josuosseg pue IANA Important Safety Precautions You ll find many safety recommendations throughout this section and throughout this manual The recommendations on this page are the ones we consider to be the most important Always Wear Your Seat Belt A seat belt is your best protection in all types of collisions Airbags are designed to supplement seat belts not replace them So even though your vehicle is equipped with airbags make sure you and your passengers always wear your seat belts and wear them properly see page 14 Restrain All Children Children age 12 and under should ride properly restrained in a back seat not the front seat Infants and small children should be restrained in a child seat Larger children should use a booster seat and a lap shoulder belt until they can use the belt properly without a booster seat see pages 34 52 Be Aware of Airbag Hazards While airbags can save lives they can cause serious or fatal i
211. lly supplied with the vehicle Tire size and construction can affect wheel speed and may cause the system to activate If equipped Tires It is best to replace all four tires at the same time If that is not possible or necessary replace the two front tires or two rear tires as a pair Replacing just one tire can seriously affect your vehicle s handling If you ever replace a wheel make sure that the wheel s specifications match those of the original wheels Also be sure you use only TPMS specific wheels if equipped If you do not the tire pressure monitoring system will not work Replacement wheels are available at your dealer Installing improper tires on your vehicle can affect handling and stability This can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed Always use the size and type of tires recommended in this owner s manual Wheel and Tire Specifications Wheels All models except Sport 15 x 5 1 2J Sport model 16 x 6J Tires All models except Sport 175 65R15 84S Sport model 185 55R16 83H See page 321 for DOT tire quality grading information and page 323 for tire size and labeling information CONTINUED 277 IIULUJUPWN Tires Winter Driving Tires marked M S or All Season on the sidewall have an all weather tread design suitable for most winter driving conditions For the best performance in snowy or icy conditions you should insta
212. located behind the right headlight You will see a 1 2 mark on the reservoir On Canadian models The low washer level indicator comes on when the level is low See page 65 Fill the reservoir with a good quality windshield washer fluid This increases the cleaning capability and prevents freezing in cold weather When you refill the reservoir clean the edges of the windshield wiper blades with windshield washer fluid on a clean cloth This will help to condition the blade edges NOTICE Do not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar water solution in the windshield washer reservoir Antifreeze can damage your vehicle s paint while a vinegar water solution can damage the windshield washer pump Use only commercially available windshield washer fluid Transmission Fluid Automatic Transmission Fluid Check the fluid level with the engine at normal operating temperature 1 Park the vehicle on level ground Start the engine let it run until the radiator fan comes on then shut off the engine For accurate results wait about 60 seconds but no longer than 90 seconds before doing step 2 HOT 5 UPPER MARK MARK i LOWER MARK 2 Remove the dipstick yellow loop from the transmission and wipe it with a clean cloth 3 Insert the dipstick all the way into the transmission securely as shown in the illustration 4 Remove the dipst
213. lp restrain your body The seat belts in all positions except the driver s have a lockable retractor that must be activated to secure a child seat see page 45 If the shoulder part of the belt is pulled all the way out the lockable retractor will activate The belt will retract but it will not allow the passenger to move freely To deactivate the lockable retractor unlatch the buckle and let the seat belt fully retract To refasten the seat belt pull it out only as far as needed DETACHABLE ANCHOR The lap shoulder belt in the center seating position on the rear seat is equipped with a detachable seat belt that has two parts a small latch plate and an anchor buckle The detachable seat belt should normally be latched whenever the seat backs are in an upright position For more information about the detachable seat belt see page 99 19 JLS Josuosseg PW IANA Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners For added protection the front seat belts are equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners When activated the tensioners immediately tighten the belts to help hold the driver and a front passenger in position 20 The tensioners are designed to activate in any collision severe enough to cause the front airbags to deploy If a side curtain airbag deploys during a side impact the tensioner on that side of the vehicle will also deploy The tensioners can a
214. lso be activated during a collision in which the front airbags do not deploy In this case the airbags would not be needed but the extra tension in the seat belt could be helpful When the tensioners are activated the seat belts will remain tight until they are unbuckled Seat Belt Maintenance For safety you should check the condition of your seat belts regularly Pull each belt out fully and look for frays cuts burns and wear Check that the latches work smoothly and the belts retract easily If a belt does not retract easily cleaning the belt may correct the problem see page 267 Any belt that is not in good condition or working properly will not provide good protection and should be replaced as soon as possible Honda provides a limited warranty on seat belts See your Honda Warranty Information booklet for details 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 crash may not provide the same level of protection in a subsequent crash The dealer should also inspect the anchors for damage and replace them if needed If the automatic seat belt tensioners activate during a crash they must be replaced Not checking or maintaining seat belts can result in serious injury or death if the seat belts do not work properly when needed Check your seat belts regularly and have any problem corrected
215. m to return to the beginning of the current track file Press it twice to return to the previous track file You will see the track file number and the elapsed time If the disc has text data or is compressed in MP3 or WMA you can also see any other information track title file name folder name etc CONTINUED 189 soimjeay Remote Audio Controls Auxiliary Input Jack In MP3 or WMA mode you can use Auxiliary Input Jack the skip function to select folders Press and hold the top of the CH button until you hear a beep to skip forward to the first file of the next folder Press the bottom to skip backward to the previous folder If you are playing a PC card press the top of the CH button to advance to the next file Press the bottom to go back to the previous file AU On vehicles with navigation System Your vehicle has the auxiliary input jack on the front panel The system will accept auxiliary input from standard audio accessories When a compatible audio unit is connected to the jack press the CD AUX On vehicles with navigation system or AUX On vehicles without navigation system button to select it 190 Radio Theft Protection Your vehicle s audio system will disable itself if it is disconnected from electrical power for any reason To make it work again you must enter a specific digit code using the preset buttons Because there are hundreds
216. m ipod The current file number and total of the selected playable files are displayed on the screen It also shows the artist album and track file names on the screen Playing an iPod Models with navigation system To Change or Select Files To Select a File from iPod Menu Use the SKIP button while an iPod is playing to select passages and change files iPod menu SKIP Each time you press the panes SKIP button Preset 6 the 5 wan system skips forward to the a mainte beginning of the next file Press the Mere SKIP button Preset 5 to skip 5 backward to the beginning of the ae current file Press it again to skip to the beginning of the previous file You can also select a file from any on the iPod menu playlists artists albums and songs Press the AUDIO button to display the screen then touch the iPod MENU icon Artists x 2 AAAA 3 BBB 4 CCCCC 5 DDDD Return Select the desired mode by touching the appropriate icon or move the joystick then press the ENT If you select ALL on either the artists or albums list all available files on the selected list are played Press the AUDIO button to go back to the normal audio playing display Pressing the CANCEL button goes back to the previous screen and pressing the MAP button cancels the audio control display on
217. manually upshift between first and fifth gears Make sure you upshift before the engine speed reaches the tachometer s red zone The transmission remains in the selected gear 5 4 3 2 or 1 There is no automatic downshift when you push the accelerator pedal to the floor When you are driving in 4th or 5th gear the transmission downshifts to the lower gear under the following conditions e The vehicle slows down to a certain speed e You press the brake pedal Downshifting with the paddle shifter allows you to increase the engine braking when going down steep or long hills and provides more power when climbing uphills You can upshift the transmission manually to reduce the rpm Driving in the higher gear helps fuel economy The transmission also shifts automatically as the vehicle comes to a complete stop It downshifts to first gear when the vehicle speed reaches 6 mph 10 km h or less The automatic transmission will not allow you to shift up or down if e You downshift before the engine speed reaches the highest threshold of the lower gear If you try to do this the gear position indicator will flash the number of the lower gear several times then return to a higher gear CONTINUED 227 Sunuq Driving with the Paddle Shifters Sport only If the vehicle speed decreases below Starting in Second Gear _ the redline of the selected lower gear When you are in sequential shift while the indicato
218. may cause undesired operation Changes or moditications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS 210 Operation is subject to the following two conditions this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device 79 sjo uo pue syusUMsUT Ignition Switch The ignition switch has four positions LOCK 0 ACCESSORY D ON ID and START MI LOCK 0 You can insert or remove the key only in this position To turn the key push it in slightly If your vehicle has an automatic transmission the shift lever must also be in Park If the front wheels are turned the anti theft lock may make it difficult to turn the key Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or right as you turn the key 80 ACCESSORY I You can operate the audio system and the accessory power socket in this position ON ID This is the normal key position when driving Several of the indicators on the instrument panel come on as a test when you turn the ignition switch from the ACCESSORY I to the ON dD position START III Use this position only to start the engine The switch returns to the ON I position when you let go of the key You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key i
219. mode 140 To Select Repeat Random or Scan Mode You can select any type of repeat random and scan modes by using the RPT button or RDM button or SCAN button REPEAT This feature continuously plays a file To activate the repeat feature press the RPT button You will see RPT in the display To turn it off press and hold the RPT button FOLDER REPEAT This feature replays all the files in the selected folder in the order they are stored To activate the folder repeat feature press the RPT button repeatedly You will see F RPT in the display To turn it off press and hold the RPT button Each time you press the RPT button the mode changes from file repeat to folder repeat then to normal playing RANDOM This feature plays all the files in random order To activate the track random feature press the RDM button You will see RDM in the display To turn it off press and hold the RDM button FOLDER RANDOM This feature plays the files in the selected folder in random order To activate the folder random feature press the RDM button repeatedly You will see F RDM in the display To turn it off press and hold the RDM button Each time you press the RDM button the mode changes from track random play to folder random play then to normal playing Playing a USB Flash Memory Device Models without navigation system SCAN This feature samples all files in the selected folder i
220. n A T vehicles move the shift lever to the Park P position 6 Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK 0 position Auto Door Unlocking The auto door unlocking feature has five possible settings e The auto door unlocking is deactivated all the time e On A T vehicles the driver s door unlocks when you move the shift lever to the Park P position with the brake pedal depressed This is the default setting All doors and tailgate unlock when you move the shift lever to the Park P position A T vehicles with the brake pedal depressed The driver s door unlocks whenever you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY J position This is the default setting on M T vehicles All doors and tailgate unlock whenever you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY D position CONTINUED 85 sjo uo pue syusUMsUT Door Locks To turn off the Auto Door Unlock modes 1 Make sure the shift lever is in the Park P position A T vehicles 2 Turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position and open the driver s door 3 Push and hold the rear of the master door lock switch on the driver s door You will hear a click and after about 5 seconds you will hear another click 86 4 Release the switch and within 5 seconds turn the ignition switch to the LOCK 0 position To program the Park Unlock mode Unlocks the driver s door or all doors and tailgate when the sh
221. n the order they are stored To activate the scan feature press the SCAN button You will see SCAN in the display You will get a 10 second sampling of each file in the folder Press and hold the SCAN button to get out of the scan mode and play the last file sampled FOLDER SCAN This feature samples the first file in each folder in the order they are stored To activate the folder scan feature press the SCAN button repeatedly You will see F SCAN in the display You will get a 10 second sampling of each first file in the folder s Press and hold the SCAN button to get out of the folder scan mode and play the last file sampled Each time you press the SCAN button the mode changes from file scan to folder scan then to normal playing To Stop Playing a USB Flash Memory Device To play the radio when a USB flash memory device is playing press the FM AM button If a disc is in the audio unit press the CD button to play the disc Disconnecting a USB Flash Memory Device You can disconnect the USB flash memory device in any time even if the USB mode is selected on the audio system Always follow the USB flash memory device s instructions when you remove it When you disconnect the USB flash memory device while it is playing the display shows USB NO DATA If you reconnect the same USB flash memory device the system will begin playing where it left off USB Flash Memory Device Error Messages
222. n the LOCK 0 or the ACCESSORY D position and open the driver s door Remove the key to turn off the beeper If your vehicle has an automatic transmission the shift lever must be in Park before you can remove the key from the ignition switch AWARNING Removing the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering This can cause you to lose control of the vehicle Remove the key from the ignition switch only when parked Door Locks LOCK TAB RED INDICATOR Each door has a lock tab next to the inside door handle Pull the lock tab to lock the door and push it forward to unlock the door On Canadian DX and DX A models To lock the passenger s door when getting out of the vehicle pull the lock tab and close the door To lock the driver s door pull and hold the outside door handle then pull the lock tab Release the handle then close the door When the door is unlocked you can see the red indicator on the lock tab above the inner door handle All models except Sport model and Canadian LX model Each front door can be locked or unlocked with the ignition key Power Door Locks MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH All models except Canadian DX and DX A models To lock the doors and the tailgate push the top of the master door lock switch on the driver s door pull the lock tab rearward on the driver s door or use the key in the outside door lock on the driver s
223. n the road If possible store your vehicle indoors e Fill the fuel tank e Wash and dry the exterior completely e Clean the interior Make sure the carpeting floor mats etc are completely dry e Leave the parking brake off Put the transmission in reverse manual or Park automatic e Block the rear wheels e If the vehicle is to be stored for a longer period it should be supported on jackstands so the tires are off the ground Leave one window open slightly if the vehicle is being stored indoors Disconnect the battery Support the front and rear wiper blade arms with a folded towel or rag so they do not touch the windshield To minimize sticking apply a silicone spray lubricant to all door and tailgate seals Also apply a vehicle body wax to the painted surfaces that mate with the door and tailgate seals Cover the vehicle with a breathable cover one made from a porous material such as cotton Non porous materials such as plastic sheeting trap moisture which can damage the paint If possible periodically run the engine until it reaches full operating temperature the cooling fans cycle on and off twice Preferably do this once a month 281 IIULUJUPWN 282 Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the more common problems that motorists experience with their vehicles It gives you information about how to safely evaluate the problem and what to do to correct
224. n turned off see page 31 e Emergency backup power in case your vehicle s electrical system is disconnected in a crash Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Front Airbags Work If you ever have a moderate to severe frontal collision sensors will detect the vehicle s rapid deceleration If the rate of deceleration is high enough the control unit will inflate the driver s and front passenger s airbags at the time and with the force needed 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 This can happen if the severity of a collision is at the margin or threshold that determines whether or not the airbags will deploy In such cases the seat belt will provide sufficient protection and the supplemental protection offered by the airbag would be minimal Only the driver s airbag can deploy if there is no passenger in the front seat or if the advanced airbag system has turned the passenger s airbag off see page 27 After inflating the front airbags immediately deflate so they won t interfere with the driver s visibility or the ability to steer or operate other controls The total time for inflation and deflation is one tenth of a second so fast that most occupants are not aware that th
225. n while a USB flash memory device is playing to select passages and change files SKIP Each time you press the SKIP button Preset 6 the system skips forward to the beginning of the next file Press the SKIP button Preset 5 to skip backward to the beginning of the current file Press it again to skip to the beginning of the previous file FOLDER SELECTION To select a different folder press either side of the TUNE FOLDER bar Press the A side to skip to the next folder and press the W side to skip to the beginning of the previous folder Using a Track List FM1 Fm2 Am co icARD USB 1 12 vo 4ll__ MP3 _ TRACK 01 Track A FOLDER 256 AAAA TIME 102 35 E Sean Track List Sound Background FOLDER _ FOLDER REPEAT RANDOM _ REW FF SKIP SKIP i Tis 1 i i i i p 1 TRACK LIST ICON You can also select a file directly from a track list on the audio display Press the AUDIO button to show the audio display then touch the Track List icon The track list menu appears on the display Playing a USB Flash Memory Device Models with navigation system FOLDER ICON Select a track H Ea h uss 2 L2 BB 3 2 CC 4 4 DD 5 5 EE Return Y RETURN ICON To scro
226. nal words DANGER WARNING or CAUTION These signal words mean Q You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY 4 DANGER HURT if you don t follow instructions You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY Sw ARNING HURT if you don t follow instructions A CAUTION You CAN be HURT if you don t follow instructions e Safety Headings such as Important Safety Reminders or Important Safety Precautions e Safety Section such as Driver and Passenger Safety e Instructions how to use this vehicle correctly and safely This entire book is filled with important safety information please read it carefully Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance main Controls ccccccccececesecesescccccccccccsscecescessessesssesesesesesssssssessssesssessssssscsessessscsssssssssssceess Driver and Passenger Safety seat belts SRS and child protection cccccssscccsssececeessseceessaececsseeeceesseeceeessaeeeees Instruments and Controls indicators gauges dashboard steering wheel and other convenience items Features heating and cooling audio steering wheel security and cruise control ccccceesssececeseececeesseeceesenees Before Driving fuel vehicle break in and cargo loading csssssceceessseceesscecessseececeesececcesseaeceessaesecsesseeceesenees Driving engine and transmission Operation ccccsccccessssececsssecessscceceessceceessnsececssaececeeaeeceesseaecessaaececsensesecessnaes Overview of Contents
227. nchor is indicated by a small button above the anchor point You can find lower anchors in the slits in the seat backs LOWER ANCHORS To install a LATCH compatible child seat 1 Move the seat belt buckle or tongue away from the lower anchors 2 Make sure there are no objects near the anchors that could prevent a secure connection between the child seat and the anchors Rigid type 3 Place the child seat on the vehicle seat then attach the seat to the lower anchors according to the child seat maker s instructions Some LATCH compatible seats have a rigid type connector as shown above CONTINUED 43 JLS Josuosseg PW IANA Installing a Child Seat Flexible type TETHER STRAP HOOK Other LATCH compatible seats 5 Lift the head restraint see page 6 Attach the tether strap hook to the have a flexible type connector as 94 then route the tether strap anchor then tighten the strap as shown above through the legs of the head instructed by the child seat maker restraint and over the seat back making sure the strap is not twisted If the tether strap is too long and cannot be tightened firmly find a route where the strap can be tightened securely 7 Push and pull the child seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure 4 Whatever type you have follow the child seat maker s instructions for adjusting or tightening the fit 44 Installing a Child Sea
228. ndicator 62 Octane Requirement 198 Tank Refueling cs0cce 199 Gas Station Procedures 199 Gauges Fuels 70 Odometer s cccssseccesssecceees 70 Speedometer ccsseccscessrees 68 Tachometer cccccessccceseseeeee 68 Gearshift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission 219 220 Manual Transmission 217 Glove BOX wus tecidssnceessadccsvsciaterctis 105 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR sivssccineasaivccovanscciwsentues 210 H Halogen Headlight Bulbs 262 Hazard Warning Flashers 76 Headlights ccccsessesssseeees 74 75 AMINO serr ieee ce stisdesi ces aoe 262 Daytime Running Lights Canada OTR EA E 79 High Beam Indicator 65 High Beams Turning on 74 Lights On Indicator 64 Low Beams Turning on 74 Reminder Chime 74 75 Replacing Halogen Bulbs 262 Turning on ooo eeeeeeessneeeeeeeees 74 Head Restraints ccccecccesseeees 94 Heated Mirror scscccsessesssacssesssbeasss 102 Heating and Cooling 06 110 High Altitude Starting at 216 High Beam Lever ccssescceees 75 High Low Beam Switch Hood Opening and Closing INS E E A S Identification Number Timing Control System Immobilizer System Important Safety Precautions Indicators Instrument Panel ABS A
229. ng Care of TG E E TET 283 Uniform Tire Quality Grading U S only eeeesesseseessessesseses 321 Unleaded Gasoline 006 198 Upper Glove BOX ccccccesceseees 105 USB Flash Memory Device Error Messages ccccececeeeeeees 142 183 Index Used Oil How to Dispose of 255 Vehicle Capacity Load 209 Vehicle Dimensions 0605 318 Vehicle Identification Number 316 Vehicle Stability Assist VSA aka Electronic Stability Control ESC System VSA OFF Indicator 0065 233 Vehicle Stability Assist VSA OVSE iiser eeaeee neee 239 VSA OFF Indicator 0080 67 VSA OFF Switch 0 eee 234 VSA System Indicator 67 Vehicle Storage cccssssccssssee 281 Ventilation cccccccessssssceseeeeeees 112 AA ESAE EE 316 Viscosity Oil oo eeeceeesceeseeeees 253 bw WARNING Explanation of iii Warning Labels Location of 54 Warranty Coverages U S OMT reerde arsi 333 Washer Windshield Checking the Fluid Level 258 Fluid Level Indicator Canada ORV ais stctprrasenestaisageecievinineteen 65 Operation c ccccccessssrereeeeeees 73 Wheels Adjusting the Steering 77 Alignment and Balance 276 Compact Spare ccccccesceee 284 Wrench Nut ssssisisssssesissssssssis 285 Windows Auto Reverse csescccceeeeeees 101 Operating the Power
230. ng Your iPod When you disconnect the iPod while To play the radio when an iPod is it is playing the display shows USB playing press the FM AM button If NO DATA a disc is in the audio unit press the 3 n iPod Error Messages CD button to play the disc If you see an error message in the Disconnecting an iPod display see page 135 You can disconnect the iPod at any time when you see OK to Disconnect message in the iPod display Always make sure you see OK to Disconnect message in the iPod display before you disconnect it Make sure to follow the iPod s instructions on how to disconnect the dock connector from the USB adapter cable x The displayed message may vary on models or versions On some models there is no message to disconnect If you reconnect the same iPod the system may begin playing where it left off depending on what mode the iPod is in when it is reconnected iPod Error Messages Models without navigation system If you see an error message on the audio display while playing an iPod find the solution in the chart to the right If you cannot clear the error message take your vehicle to your dealer Error Message Solution UNPLAYABLE FILE The system cannot read the file s Check the files in the iPod There is a possibility that the files have been damaged UNSUPPORTED VER Appears when an unsupported iPod is inserted 135 somjeay Playing a
231. ng and Replacing Fuses If something electrical in your vehicle stops working check for a blown fuse first Determine from the chart on pages 309 and 310 or the diagram on the fuse label which fuse or fuses control that device Check those fuses first but check all the fuses before deciding that a blown fuse is the cause Replace any blown fuses and check if the device works 1 Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK 0 position Make sure the headlights and all other accessories are off 2 On the under hood fuse box remove the cover from the fuse box On the interior fuse box pull the fuse lid toward you FUSE S Z SS AL X Ol A NGP H le J F A S fg BLOWN Check each of the large fuses in the under hood fuse box and the interior fuse box by looking through the top at the wire inside FUSE PULLER 4 Check all smaller fuses in the interior fuse box by pulling out each one with the fuse puller provided in the interior fuse box CONTINUED 307 pop dx un ou Jo SULL Fuses BLOWN 5 Look for a blown wire inside the fuse If it is blown replace it with one of the spare fuses of the same rating or lower If you cannot drive the vehicle without fixing the problem and you do
232. nition switch to the START ID position you do not hear the normal noise of the engine trying to start You may hear a clicking sound a series of clicks or nothing at all Check these things e Check the transmission interlock If you have a manual transmission the clutch pedal must be pushed all the way to the floor or the starter will not operate With an automatic transmission it must be in Park or neutral Turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position Turn on the headlights and check their brightness If the headlights are very dim or do not come on at all the battery is discharged See Jump Starting on page 299 CONTINUED 297 popedxouy oy Jo Suryey If the Engine Won t Start e Turn the ignition switch to the START IID position If the headlights do not dim check the condition of the fuses If the fuses are OK there is probably something wrong with the electrical circuit for the ignition switch or starter motor You will need a qualified technician to determine the problem See Emergency Towing on page 311 If the headlights dim noticeably or go out when you try to start the engine either the battery is discharged or the connections are corroded Check the condition of the battery and terminal connections see page 279 You can then try jump starting the vehicle from a booster battery see page 299 298 The Starter Operates Normally In this case the starter motor s speed sounds no
233. njuries to occupants who sit too close to them or are not properly restrained Infants young children and short adults are at the greatest risk Be sure to follow all instructions and warnings in this manual Don t Drink and Drive Alcohol and driving don t mix Even one drink can reduce your ability to respond to changing conditions and your reaction time gets worse with every additional drink So don t drink and drive and don t let your friends drink and drive either Pay Appropriate Attention to the Task of Driving Safely Engaging in mobile phone conversation or other activities that keep you from paying close attention to the road other vehicles and pedestrians could lead to crash Remenber situations can change quickly and only you can decide when it is safe to divert attention away from driving Control Your Speed Excessive speed is a major factor in crash injuries and deaths Generally the higher the speed the greater the risk but serious injuries can also occur at lower speeds Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions regardless of the maximum speed posted Keep Your Vehicle in Safe Condition Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can be extremely hazardous To reduce the possibility of such problems check your tire pressures and condition frequently and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance see page 245 Your Vehicle s Safety Features 2 6 1 Safety
234. nlocks 4 Install the new bulb in the socket Turn it clockwise to lock it in place 5 Reinstall the socket into the light assembly by turning it clockwise until it locks 6 Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working Lights Replacing a Fog Light Bulb On Sport model The fog lights use halogen bulbs When replacing a bulb handle it carefully See page 262 for more information ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR 3 Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by squeezing the connector to unlock the tab then no slide the connector off the bulb SCREW 4 Remove the bulb by turning it about one quarter turn 1 Use a Phillips head screwdriver to counterclockwise remove the screw 2 To remove the fog light assembly pull it out of the bumper 5 Insert the new bulb into the hole and turn it one quarter turn clockwise to lock it in place 6 Push the electrical connector back onto the bulb Make sure it is on all the way 7 Turn on the fog lights to test the new bulb 8 Reinstall the fog light assembly then tighten the screw CONTINUED 265 IIULUJUPWN Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs LIGHT ASSEMBLY COVER 2 Determine which of the three bulbs is burned out stop taillight back up light or turn signal light 1 Open the tailgate Place a cloth on the edge of the light assembly cover to prevent scratches 3 Remove the socket by turning it Remove the cover by c
235. nob on the lower part of the instrument panel to adjust the brightness You will hear a beep when maximum 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 76 Hazard Warning Button Push the button to turn on the hazard warning lights four way flashers This causes all four outside turn signals and both turn indicators in the instrument panel to flash Use the hazard warning lights if you need to park in a dangerous area near heavy traffic or if your vehicle is disabled Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger will clear fog frost and thin ice from the window Push the defogger button to turn it on and off The indicator in the button comes on to show the defogger is on You must manually shut off the rear window defogger when it is no longer needed Rear Window Defogger Steering Wheel Adjustments Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive The defogger wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged When cleaning the glass always wipe side to side If equipped Pushing this button also turns the mirror heaters on or off For more information see page 102 Steering Wheel Adjustments Make any steering wheel adjustment before you start driving Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose control of
236. nti lock Brake Brake Parking and Brake Charging System Check Fuel Cap Cruise Control Door and Tailgate Open DRL Daytime Running Lights wscsscorssveavidacevtiverassadiens 65 Electric Power Steering 62 Fog Lights cccccscccceessssssseees 64 High Beam 5 ccstpcssseserineinciuciansiss 65 High Temperature s000 63 Key Immobilizer System 66 Lights On ececseseceesssceeeeseees 64 Low Fuel sicisssasscsseacvavvenecvvecesvs 62 Low Oil Pressure 60 303 Low Temperature c008 63 Low Tire Pressure 64 235 Maintenance Minder 66 245 Malfunction Indicator LAMP ccccceeeeeseeeeseseeees 60 304 Passenger Airbag Off 31 Seat Belt Reminder 18 60 Security System cccccceeeeeees 66 Side Airbag Off scscsersssessneseexs 31 61 SEO E E 30 61 TPM Sainan 64 236 Turn Signal and Hazard Warning eeeeeessssseseseesssssseserese 63 VSA Off i cssecciepcenlaxstinialenncivisiies 67 VSA System cccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee eee 67 CONTINUED V Index Washer Level ccccssssccseses 65 Infant Restraint ccseseseeeeeees 39 Infant Seats cccccecsessssseceeeeeees 39 Tether Anchorage Point 47 Inflation Proper Tire 068 273 Recommended Pressures 274 Inside Mirror ccsscccceeseeees 101 Inspection Tire ccesecceeeees 275 Installing a Child
237. o your warranty manual for detailed information Index Service Information Summary Asummary of the information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump Your Vehicle at a Glance DRIVER S FRONT AIRBAG INSTRUMENT PANEL P 9 25 INDICATOR P 60 GAUGES P 68 AUDIO SYSTEM P 115 143 MIRROR CONTROLS P 101 DOOR LOCK TAB P 81 POWER DOOR LOCK AIRBAG P 9 25 MASTER SWITCH P 81 POWER WINDOW CONTROLS SWITCHES P 100 P 110 HOOD RELEASE HANDLE P 200 PARKING BRAKE P 102 Vehicle with navigation system is shown If equipped AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION P 219 MANUAL TRANSMISSION P 217 NAVIGATION SYSTEM PASSENGER S FRONT USB ADAPTER CABLE P 130 137 171 178 HEATING COOLING CONTINUED 3 OUT V W APPA MOA Your Vehicle at a Glance PADDLE SHIFTER DOWNSHIFT 2 P 224 HEADLIGHTS TURN SIGNAL FOG LIGHTS 2 P 74 HORN INSTRUMENT PANEL PADDLE SHIFTER WINDSHIELD WIPERS WASHERS BRIGHTNESS P 76 UPSHIFT P 73 HAZARD WARNING BUTTON P 76 REMOTE AUDIO PASSENGER CONTROL AIRBAG OFF BUTTONS 2 INDICATOR P 189 P 31 NAVIGATION REAR WINDOW SYSTEM VOICE DEFOGGER CONTROL HEATED MIRROR
238. olding slot in small latch plate and anchor buckle jury the ceiling and pull out the seat belt when reattaching the belt and Before using the seat belt to extend it buckle make sure the detachable Tug on the seat belt to verify that the anchor is correctly latched detachable anchor is securely latched Make sure the seat belt is not twisted CONTINUED 99 sjo uo pue syusUMsUT Seats Power Windows ANCHOR BUCKLE LATCH PLATE To unlatch the detachable anchor insert the latch plate into the slot on the side of the anchor buckle Store the detachable anchor and seat belt latch plates in the retractor housing 100 Power Windows DRIVER S WINDOW SWITCH MAIN SWITCH Turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position to raise or lower any window To open a window push the switch down and hold it Release the switch when you want the window to stop Pull back on the switch and hold it to close the window The windows will operate for up to 10 minutes after you turn off the ignition switch Opening either front door cancels this function AWARNING Closing a power window on someone s hands or fingers can cause serious injury Make sure your passengers are away from the windows before closing them When you push the MAIN switch in the switch is off and the passenger windows cannot be raised or lowered To cancel this feature push on the switch again to get it to pop out Keep the MAIN
239. on while driving there could be a problem with the brake system For more information see page 305 k Seat Belt Reminder w Indicator This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position It reminds you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts A beeper also sounds if you have not fastened your seat belt If you turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position before fastening your seat belts the beeper sounds and the indicator flashes If you do not fasten your seat belts before the beeper stops the indicator stops flashing but remains on Instrument Panel Indicators If your front passenger does not fasten their seat belt the indicator comes on about 6 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the ON ID position If either of you do not fasten your seat belt while driving the beeper will sound and the indicator will flash again at regular intervals For more information see page 18 Supplemental Restraint System Indicator er A This indicator comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position If it comes on at any other time it indicates a potential problem with your front airbags This indicator will also alert you to a potential problem with your side airbags passenger s side airbag cutoff system side curtain airbags automatic seat belt tensioners driver s seat position sensor or the front passenger s weight sensors
240. onnect message in the iPod display Always make sure you see OK to Disconnect message in the iPod display before you disconnect it Make sure to follow the iPod s instructions on how to disconnect the dock connector from the USB adapter cable x The displayed message may vary on models or versions On some models there is no message to disconnect When you disconnect the iPod while it is playing the navigation screen shows NO DATA If you reconnect the same iPod the system may begin playing where it left off depending on what mode the iPod is in when it is reconnected iPod Error Messages If you see an error message on the screen see page 176 175 somjeay iPod Error Messages Models with navigation system If you see an error message on the Err r screen while playing an iPod find the Message Solution solution in the chart to the right If you cannot clear the error message UNSUPPORTED Appears when an unsupported iPod is inserted take your vehicle to your dealer NO SONG Information of music is nothing 176 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device Models with navigation system POWER VOLUME KNOB USB ICON WMA MP3 INDICATOR ANTI O u OLpusHP WIR THEFT JOYSTICK FM1 Fm2 AM cD CARD USB 1 12 vo 4 il MP3 TRACK Q1 Track A a FouberR 256 AAAA bee CD AUX me CD AUX TIME
241. oor lid open hook the looped parking brake side of the strap to the legs of the 2 Turn on the hazard warning lights rear center head restraint and turn the ignition switch to the LOCK 0 position Have all 5 a the tool kit out of the spare passengers get out of the vehicle while you change the tire 3 Lift the rear center head restraint CONTINUED 285 poap dx un oy Jo SULL Changing a Flat Tire EXTENSION WHEEL NUT AT Y A AWA f Eri ya SH JNN AWN sS p s WHEEL COVER WHEEL NUT WRENCH 6 Take the jack out of the cargo area 8 On all models except Sport and 9 Loosen each wheel nut 1 2 turn Turn the jack s end bracket Canadian LX model with manual with the wheel nut wrench counterclockwise to loosen it then ae fully oye the Meee remove the jack by lifting it CO ee ene Seatac edge with the flat tip of the gar up extension 7 Unscrew the wing bolt and take the spare tire out of its well 286 Changing a Flat Tire NAN ANNY JACKING POINT 10 Place the jack under the jacking point nearest the tire you need to change It is pointed to by a A mark molded into the underside of the body Sport model Turn the end bracket clockwise until the top of the jack contacts the jacking point Make sure the jacking point tab is resting in the jack notch 11 12 Use the extension and the wheel nut wrench as shown to raise the vehicle until the
242. oors and tailgate unlock feature 1 Make sure the shift lever is in the 5 Release the switch and within Park P position A T vehicles seconds turn the ignition switch to ee the ACCESSORY JD position On 2 Turn the ignition switch to the ON A T vehicles move the shift lever to ID position and make sure to the Park P position close the driver s door SS ae 6 Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK 0 position 87 sjo uo pue suoumysug Tailgate All models except Canadian DX and DX A models The tailgate will lock or unlock when you lock or unlock the driver s door by using the key the lock tab on the driver s door the master door lock switch or the remote transmitter if equipped 88 HANDLE KEY All models except Sport model and To open the tailgate pull the handle Canadian LX model then lift up You can lock or unlock the tailgate with the key Tailgate y TAILGATE HANDLE To close the tailgate hold the tailgate handle lower the tailgate then press down on the back edge Keep the tailgate closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the tailgate and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page 53 Unlocking the Tailgate On Sport model and Canadian LX model If the power door lock system cannot unlock the tailgate unlock it manually Place a cloth on the edge of the co
243. or lights icscsciycixdsasarieveccadin 107 sjo uo pue suoumysug Control Locations INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS P 60 AUDIO SYSTEM P 115 143 GAUGES P 68 NAVIGATION SYSTEM MIRROR CONTROLS P 101 USB ADAPTER CABLE P 130 137 171 178 DOOR LOCK TAB P130 13 P 81 POWER DOOR HEATING COOLING CONTROLS P 110 POWER WINDOW SWITCHES P 100 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION P 219 MANUAL TRANSMISSION PARKING BRAKE P 102 P 217 HOOD RELEASE HANDLE P 200 Vehicle with navigation system is shown If equipped 58 Instrument Panel DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR P 65 HIGH BEAM INDICATOR P 65 SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR P 66 193 FOG LIGHT INDICATOR P 64 VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST VSA SYSTEM INDICATOR P 67 LOW TEMPERATURE INDICATOR P 63 HIGH TEMPERATURE INDICATOR P 63 CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR P 60 303 LIGHTS ON INDICATOR P 64 CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR P 65 SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR P 31 61 LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR P 64 gt TPMS INDICATOR P 64 N DOOR AND TAILGATE OPEN INDICATOR P 62 SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR P 60 POT TT TREAG OLUFEMPS WASHER LEVEL INDICATOR P 65 LOW FUEL INDICATOR P 62 PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR P 60 305 ANTI L
244. ormation sports talk foreign language personality public college and weather TRAFFIC Traffic information Press A or V PLAY button to select an RDS category The display shows the selected RDS category name for about 10 seconds You can use the search or scan function to find radio stations in the selected RDS category If you do nothing while the RDS category name is displayed the selected category is canceled RDS Program Search This function searches up and down a frequency for the strongest signal from the frequencies that carry the selected RDS category information This can help you to find a station in your favorite category To activate it press the K4 or gt side of the TUNE SEEK button You will see the selected RDS category name blinking while searching it When the system finds a station the selected RDS category name will be displayed again for about 5 seconds CONTINUED 119 somjeay Playing the FM AM Radio Models without navigation system If the system does not find a station NOTHING will be blinking for about 5 seconds then the system goes back to the last selected station 120 RDS Program SCAN The scan function samples all stations with strong signals on the selected RDS category To activate it press the SCAN button You will see SCAN in the display The system will scan for a station with a strong signal in the selected RDS category You will also see the selected
245. ose the cover when finished 316 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER CERTIFICATION LABEL Identification Numbers The engine number is stamped into the front of the engine block The transmission number is on a label on top of the transmission a ENGINE NUMBER TRANSMISSION NUMBER 317 uopeuozuj Jeou L Specifications Dimensions Engine Length 161 6 in 4 105 mm Type Water cooled 4 stroke SOHC Width 66 7 in 1 695 mm i VTEC 4 cylinder gasoline engine Height 60 0 in 1 525 mm Bore x Stroke 2 87 x 3 52 in Wheelbase 98 4 in 2 500 mm 73 0 x 89 4 mm Track Front 58 7 in 1 492 mm Displacement 91 3 cu in 1 497 cm 58 1 in 1 476 mm Compression ratio 10 4 1 Rear 58 1 in 1 475 mm 57 4 in 1 459 mm Spark plugs IZFR6K13 NGK SKJ20DR M13 DENSO x1 All models except Sport 2 Sport model Weights Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attached to the driver s doorjamb Seating Capacities Total 5 Front 2 Rear 3 318 Specifications Capacities Air Conditioning Fuel tank Approx Refrigerant type HFC 134a R 134a 10 6 US gal 40 L Charge quantity 13 1 14 8 oz Engine oil Change 370 420 g Including 3 8 US qt 3 6 L Lubricant type SP 10 filter Lights Without 3 6 US qt 3 4 L Headlights High Low 12 V 60 55 W HB2
246. ossseriscosssrsioosisoiississons 32 SRS Indicator oo 30 61 System Components 4 22 Synthetic Oil wc ceeeeeeeeeeee 254 Tachometer icc seensisrsieaeesavanuieveive 68 Tailgate cs srcicniansdcenscectenevieeibeeetewten 88 Open Indicator cccceeeeeeee 62 Opening the sssccccsssseeees 88 Taillights Changing Bulbs in 266 Taking Care of the Unexpected viscccivecassesivensavdccues 283 CONTINUED IX Index Technical Descriptions DOT Tire Quality Grading U S Vehicles wo ccccccecccsseeseseeees 321 Emissions Control Systems 326 Three Way Catalytic Converter ccccccsssssesreeseess 328 Tire Labeling s scccssseneees 323 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Required Federal Explanation cc0000 324 Temperature Indicator 63 Temporarily Repairing a Flat ae E AE T EE 291 Tensioners Seat Belts 000 20 Tether Anchorage Points 47 Theft Protection Radio 191 Three Way Catalytic Converter eessssessereesrssseeorreesses 328 Tilt Telescopic Steering Wheel 77 Time Setting the scccsseee 192 Tire AIMS ceosessteecniseeivntiet 278 Tire How to Change a Fiat 285 Tire Information ccceeeee 323 Tire Labeling sscccssssrccessees 323 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS acsszcavestectvesestesvees 235 324 X WAVES E E E E AE 273 Air Pressure ee
247. our normal driving The transmission automatically selects a suitable gear 1 through 5 for your speed and acceleration You may notice the transmission shifting up at higher engine speeds when the engine is cold This helps the engine warm up faster All models except U S Sport Drive D3 This position is similar to D except only the first three gears are selected Use D3 to provide engine braking when going down a steep hill D3 can also keep the transmission from cycling between third and fourth gears in stop and go driving All models except U S Sport Second 2 To shift to second press the release button on the front of the shift lever This position locks the transmission in second gear It does not downshift to first gear when you come to a stop Use second gear e For more power when climbing e To increase engine braking when going down steep hills Sunuq e For starting out on a slippery surface or in deep snow e To help reduce wheel spin CONTINUED 221 Automatic Transmission All models except U S Sport First 1 To shift from second to first press the release button on the front of the shift lever This position locks the transmission in first gear By upshifting and downshifting through 1 2 D3 and D you can operate the transmission much like a manual transmission without a clutch pedal 222 U S Sport model S position S To shift into the S position press th
248. own on the key while you press the release button on the shift lever and move the shift lever out of Park to neutral RELEASE BUTTON 6 Remove the key from the shift lock Z release slot then reinstall the R cover Make sure the notch on the cover is on the left side Insert the key back into the igniton switch press the brake pedal and restart the engine If you need to use the shift lock release it means your vehicle is developing a problem Have it checked by your dealer 223 Driving with the Paddle Shifters Sport only Using the Paddle Shifters in D position D Paddle Shift Mode U S models only When you are driving in D position you can shift the transmission up or down manually with the paddle shifters 224 To shift up or down use the right or left paddle shifter on each side of the steering wheel GEAR POSITION INDICATOR Each time you pull the right paddle the transmission shifts to a higher gear Pull the left paddle to downshift You will see the selected gear number on the instrument panel When you pull either paddle shifter the gear position indicator shows you the selected gear number When the transmission returns to drive mode D the displayed gear number disappears Driving with the Paddle Shifters Sport only Downshifting with the paddle shifter allows you to increase the engine braking when going down steep o
249. ped 2 All Canadian models with automatic transmission CENTER POCKET SEAT UNDER BOX 104 Interior Convenience Items Lower Glove Box Upper Glove Box An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in acrash even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt Always keep the glove box closed while driving Open the lower glove box by pulling Open the upper glove box by pulling the bottom of the handle Close it up on the lever Close it with a firm with a firm push push 105 sjo uo pue syusUMysUT Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holders Be careful when you are using the beverage holders A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers Liquid can also spill from the door pocket beverage holders when you open or close the doors Use only resealable containers in the door pockets Spilled liquids can damage the upholstery carpeting and electrical components in the interior 106 Seat Under Box KNOB IT J I SEAT UNDER BOX MARKS Pull up the driver s side rear seat cushion see page 97 Open the seat under box by turning the knob To close the seat under box turn the knob and align the marks Accessory Power Socket This socket is intended to supply power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less 10 amps To use the accessory power socket pull up the cover The ignition switch must
250. press and hold it until you hear a beep When VSA is off the VSA off indicator comes on as a reminder Press and hold the switch again It turns the system back on 234 VSA is turned on every time you start the engine even if you turned it off the last time you drove the vehicle In certain unusual conditions when your vehicle gets stuck in shallow mud or fresh snow it may be easier to free it with the VSA temporarily switched off When the VSA system is off the traction control system is also off You should only attempt to free your vehicle with the VSA off if you are not able to free it when the VSA is on Immediately after freeing your vehicle be sure to switch the VSA on again We do not recommend driving your vehicle with the VSA and traction control systems switched off VSA and Tire Sizes Driving with varying tire or wheel sizes may cause the VSA to malfunction When replacing tires make sure they are the same size and type as your original tires see page 277 If you install winter tires make sure they are the same size as those that were originally supplied with your vehicle Exercise the same caution during winter driving as you would if your vehicle was not equipped with VSA Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS U S models only Your vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system TPMS that turns on every time you start the engine and monitors the pressure in your tires whil
251. r You operate the in dash disc player with the same controls used for the radio To load or play discs the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY I or ON I position NOTICE Do not use discs with adhesive labels The label can curl up and cause the disc to jam in the unit This audio system can also play CD Rs and CD RWs compressed in MP3 or WMA formats When playing a disc in MP3 you will see MP3 on the screen In WMA format WMA will appear on the screen You can select up to 255 folders and play up to 999 tracks If the disc has a complex structure it takes a while to read the disc before the system begins to play it 150 If you have a disc that is a combination of CD DA tracks and MP3 WMaA files you can choose the format to listen by pressing and holding CD AUX button until you hear a beep Video CDs and DVD discs do not work in this unit A disc compressed in AAC format cannot be played in this audio system The specifications for compatible MP3 files are Sampling frequency 32 44 1 48 kHz MPEG1 24 22 05 16 kHz MPEG2 Bit rate 32 40 48 56 64 80 96 112 128 160 192 224 256 320 kbps MPEG1 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 80 96 112 128 160 kbps MPEG2 Compatible with variable bit rate and multi session Maximum layers including ROOT 8 layers The specifications for compatible WMA files are Sampling frequency 32 44 1 48 kHz Bit rate
252. r long hills and provides more power when climbing uphills You can upshift the transmission manually to reduce the rpm Driving in the higher gear helps fuel economy The transmission control system monitors the accelerator pedal use and your driving conditions When you press the accelerator pedal as in normal driving the system judges that you are driving at a constant cruising speed without using the paddle shifters Under these conditions D paddle shift mode is canceled and the transmission automatically returns to drive mode The transmission remains in the selected gear if you do not accelerate Each time you pull either paddle shifter the transmission shifts one gear up or down If you want to shift up or down more than two gears pull the paddle shifter twice pause and then pull it again The automatic transmission will not allow you to shift up or down if e You downshift before the engine speed reaches the highest threshold of the lower gear If you try to do this the gear position indicator will flash the number of the lower gear several times then return to a higher gear e You upshift before the engine speed reaches the lowest threshold of the higher gear e You pull both paddle shifters at the same time The transmission downshifts to first gear and returns to drive mode D when the vehicle comes to a complete stop or the vehicle speed is about 6 mph 10 km h Sunuq CONTINUED 225
253. r vehicle from theft If an improperly coded key or other device is used the engine s fuel system is disabled For more information see page 79 5 If the engine does not start within 15 seconds or starts but stalls right away repeat step 4 with the accelerator pedal pressed halfway down If the engine starts release pressure on the accelerator pedal so the engine does not race 6 If the engine fails to start press the accelerator pedal all the way down and hold it there while starting to clear flooding If the engine still does not start return to step 5 NOTICE The engine is harder to start in cold weather Also the thinner air found at altitudes above 8 000 feet 2 400 meters adds to this problem Manual Transmission The manual transmission is synchronized in all forward gears for smooth operation It has a lockout so you cannot shift directly from fifth to reverse When shifting up or down make sure you push the clutch pedal down all the way shift to the next gear and let the pedal up gradually When you are not shifting do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal This can cause the clutch to wear out faster Come to a full stop before you shift into reverse You can damage the transmission by trying to shift into reverse with the vehicle moving Push down the clutch pedal and pause for a few seconds before shifting into reverse or shift into one of the forward gears for
254. r Weight Cargo Weight 150 Ibs x 2 300 Ibs 550 Ibs Example 2 Example 3 Max Load 850 Ibs amp ai ca ey e ee N al Passenger Weight Cargo Weight 150 Ibs x 4 600 Ibs 250 Ibs N DPD Passenger Weight Cargo Weight 150 Ibs x 5 750 Ibs 100 Ibs In addition the total weight of the vehicle all occupants accessories cargo and trailer tongue load must not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR Both are on a label on the driver s doorjamb Carrying Cargo Carrying Cargo in the Passenger Compartment e Store or secure all items that could be thrown around and hurt someone during a crash Be sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll under the seats and interfere with the driver s ability to operate the pedals the proper operation of the seats or proper operation of the sensors under the seats Keep the upper and lower glove boxes closed while driving If it is open a passenger could injure their knees during a crash or sudden stop e If you fold the rear seats up or down tie down items that could be thrown about the vehicle during a crash or sudden stop Also keep all cargo below the bottom of the windows If it is higher it could interfere with the proper operation of the side curtain airbags Carrying Cargo in the Cargo Area e Distribute cargo evenly on the floor of t
255. r dealer to have it checked With the indicator on the EPS may be turned off making the vehicle harder to steer If you turn the steering wheel to the full left or right position repeatedly while stopping or driving at very low speed you may feel slightly harder steering in order to prevent damage to the steering box caused by overheating BD Low Fuel Indicator This indicator comes on as a reminder that you must refuel soon When the indicator comes on there is about 1 64 US gal 6 2 L of fuel remaining in the tank before the needle reaches E There is a small reserve of fuel remaining in the tank when the needle does reach E This indicator comes on if any door or the tailgate is not closed tightly Door and Tailgate Open Indicator High Temperature H AF Indicator This indicator monitors the temperature of the engine coolant It normally comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position and goes off after a few seconds In normal driving conditions this indicator should not blink or stay on In severe driving conditions such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving this indicator may blink This means the engine coolant temperature is high If the indicator begins to blink while you are driving be sure to slow down to prevent overheating If the indicator stays on pull safely to the side of the road and turn off the engine See page 301 for instructions and precautions
256. r is flashing the mode and the vehicle is stopped transmission downshifts and the pull the right paddle shifter to indicator displays the selected gear shift to prea gear You will see M2 in the display Starting in e You upshift before the engine second gear h te redu speed reaches the lowest wheelspin in deep snow or on a threshold of the higher gear slippery surface e You pull both paddle shifters at the same time 228 Recommended Shift Points Drive in the highest gear that lets the engine run and accelerate smoothly This will give you good fuel economy and effective emissions control The following shift points are recommended Shift up Normal acceleration 1st to 2nd 15 mph 24 km h 2nd to 3rd 25 mph 40 km h 3rd to 4th 40 mph 64 km h 4th to 5th 47 mph 76 km h Parking Always use the parking brake when you park your vehicle Make sure the parking brake is set firmly or your vehicle may roll if it is parked on an incline If your vehicle has an automatic transmission set the parking brake before you put the transmission in Park This keeps the vehicle from moving and putting pressure on the parking mechanism in the transmission Parking Tips e Make sure the windows are closed Turn off the lights Place any packages valuables etc in the cargo area or take them with you Lock the doors and the tailgate On Sport model Check the indicator on the
257. r small child on the front passenger s seat It does not mean there is a problem with the airbag CONTINUED 31 AJS Josuosseg pue IANA Additional Information About Your Airbags PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR U S Canada PASSENGER AIRBAG On vehicle without navigation system Be aware that objects placed on the front seat can cause the indicator to come on If the weight sensors detect there is no passenger in the front seat the airbag will be off However the passenger airbag off indicator will not come on The passenger airbag off indicator may come on and off repeatedly if the total weight on the seat is near the airbag cutoff threshold 32 If an adult or teenage passenger is riding in front move the seat as far to the rear as possible and have the passenger sit upright and wear the seat belt properly If the indicator comes on with no front seat passenger and no objects on the seat or with an adult riding there something may be interfering with the weight sensors Look for and remove e Any items under the front passenger s seat e Any object hanging on the seat or in the seat back pocket e Any object s such as a folded down back seat that are touching the rear of the seat back If no obstructions are found have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible Airbag Service Your airbag syst
258. ransmission Fluid MTF until it starts to run out of the hole Put a new washer on the filler bolt then reinstall the filler bolt and tighten it securely If Honda MTF is not available you may use an SAE 10W 30 or 10W 40 viscosity motor oil with the API Certification seal that says FOR GASOLINE ENGINES as a temporary replacement However motor oil does not contain the proper additives and continued use can cause stiffer shifting Replace as soon as it is convenient If you are not sure how to check and add fluid contact your dealer Brake and Clutch Fluid Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your vehicle s braking system and can cause extensive damage Check the brake fluid level in the reservoirs monthly There are up to two reservoirs depending on the model They are e Brake fluid reservoir all models e Clutch fluid reservoir manual transmission models only Replace the brake fluid according to the time recommendation in the maintenance minder schedule Always use Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 If it is not available you should use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid from a sealed container as a temporary replacement Using any non Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system Have the brake system flushed and refilled with Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible Brake Fluid The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX m
259. ranties If your vehicle has an automatic transmission the malfunction indicator lamp may also come on with the D indicator Readiness Codes Your vehicle has certain readiness codes that are part of the on board diagnostics for the emissions systems In some states part of the emissions testing is to make sure these codes are set If they are not set the test cannot be completed If the battery in your vehicle has been disconnected or gone dead these codes are erased It can take several days of driving under various conditions to set the codes again To check if they are set turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position without starting the engine The malfunction indicator lamp will come on for 20 seconds If it then goes off the readiness codes are set If it blinks five times the readiness codes are not set If possible do not take your vehicle for an emissions test until the readiness codes are set Refer to Emissions Testing for more information see page 329 Brake System Indicator U S Canada Brake System BRAKE Indicator Red The brake system indicator red normally comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position and as a reminder to check the parking brake It will stay on if you do not fully release the parking brake If the brake system indicator red comes on while driving the brake fluid level is probably low Press lightly on the brake pedal to see if
260. re downshifting make sure the engine will not go into the tachometer s red zone Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Position Indicators U S Sport model These indicators on the instrument panel show which position the shift lever is in The D indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position If it flashes while driving in any shift position it indicates a possible problem in the transmission All models except U S Sport If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on along with the D indicator there is a problem with the automatic transmission control system Avoid rapid acceleration and have the transmission checked by your dealer as soon as possible SHIFT LEVER U S Sport model is shown Suan To shift from Park to any position press firmly on the brake pedal and press the release button on the front of the shift lever then pull the lever You cannot shift out of Park when the ignition switch is in the LOCK 0 or the ACCESSORY I position CONTINUED 219 Automatic Transmission All models except U S Sport U S Sport model To shift from Do this Press the brake pedal and PtoR press the shift lever release button Rto P NtoR Press the shift lever release Ds to 2 button 2tol 1to2 2 to Ds Ds to D DtoN Move the shift lever D to Ds NtoD RtoN To shift from Do this Press the brake peda
261. rinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Tire Labeling The tires that came on your vehicle have a number of markings Those you should be aware of are described below TIRE LABELING EXAMPLE 1 3 2 1 Tire Size 2 Tire Identification Number TIN 3 Maximum Tire Pressure 4 Maximum Tire Load Tire Size Whenever tires are replaced they should be replaced with tires of the same size Below is an example of tire size with an explanation of what each component means 185 55R16 83H 185 Tire width in millimeters 55 Aspect ratio the tire s section height as a percentage of its width R Tire construction code R indicates radial 16 Rim diameter in inches 83 Load index a numerical code associated with the maximum load the tire can carry H Speed symbol an alphabetical code indicating the maximum speed rating Tire Identification Number TIN The tire identification number TIN is a group of numbers and letters that look like the following example TIN is located on the sidewall of the tire DOT B97R FW6X 2202 DOT This indicates that the tire meets all requirements of the U S Department of Transportation B97R Manufacturer s identification mark FW6X Tire type code 2202 Date of manufacture Year Week CONTINUED 323 uoneULIOyUT
262. rmal or even faster than normal when you turn the ignition switch to the START IID position but the engine does not run e Are you using a properly coded key An improperly coded key will cause the immobilizer system indicator in the instrument panel to blink rapidly see page 79 e Are you using the proper starting procedure Refer to Starting the Engine on page 216 e Do you have fuel Check the fuel gauge the low fuel indicator may not be working e There may be an electrical problem such as no power to the fuel pump Check all the fuses see page 306 If you find nothing wrong you will need a qualified technician to find the problem See Emergency Towing on page 311 Jump Starting Although this seems like a simple To Jump Start Your Vehicle procedure you should take several 1 Open the hood and check the precautions physical condition of the battery In very cold weather check the condition of the electrolyte If it A WARNING seems slushy or frozen do not try A battery can explode if you do jump starting until it thaws not follow the correct procedure seriously injuring NOTICE anyone nearby If a battery sits in extreme cold the BOOSTER BATTERY Keep all sparks open flames electrolyte inside can freeze Attempting and smoking materials away to jump start with a frozen battery can The numbers in the illustration show from the battery cause it to rupture you
263. rocedures for repair to engine and chassis components It is written for the journeyman mechanic but it is simple enough for most mechanically inclined owners to understand Electrical Troubleshooting Manual Complements the Service Manual by providing in depth troubleshooting information for each electrical circuit in your vehicle Body Repair Manual Describes the procedures involved in the replacement of damaged body parts 335 suopepy Joulo sng pue huee 336 Accessories and Modifications secccceeeees 206 ACCESSORY Ignition Key POSITION issescvesses cesseesesscdscisdoece 80 Accessory Power Socket 106 Additives Engine Oil 254 Adjusting the Steering Wheel 77 Advanced Airbags ccccssseneees 27 Airbag SRS cccecceesscsseseseeees 9 22 Air Conditioning System 110 WI SASS EE ETE 112 Air Pressure Tires 273 274 Alcohol in Gasoline 0 05 198 AMtifreeZe cccsssesrerrecessesesnees 256 Anti lock Brakes ABS Indicator Light 0 62 231 Operation ccccccseseseeeeeeee 231 Anti theft Audio System 191 Anti theft Steering Column TGR E EE 80 Audio Antenna cssscccesseee 268 Auto Door Locking vecvisdecisarsseciens 83 Auto Door Locking Unlocking 83 Auto Door Unlocking 85 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners 20 Automatic Speed
264. rols issicc ccsdec dissed ceekcccascts 326 Exhaust Emissions Controls 327 Exhaust Fumes cccccsssesceeeees 53 Expectant Mothers Use of Seat Belts DY ccceesscessceesseeesseeeees 16 Fan Interior cccccccceseseseeeee 111 Features ccccccsseccsssesescceeeeeeeees 109 Filters Dust and Pollen cece 268 OTI EE A feu E E S 254 Flashers Hazard Warning 76 Flat Tire Changing a 0008 285 Floor Mats ccccceceseseseseseseeees 267 Fluids Automatic Transmission 259 Brake a iii 261 DIE n A E 261 TOCAUON siscccccectsdeceitercesecwusiveeis 252 Manual Transmission 260 Windshield Washer 258 FM AM Radio Reception 184 Four way Flasher sscceeeees 76 Front Airbags cccccccesssseeeeeees 9 25 Front Seat POO JMS ss 5scdcarcaanscasadesnanestaciwese 93 Pe DS EAE EEE 198 Check Fuel Cap Indicator 70 ECONOMY srecesesiiseeisrieditessiizseees 203 Fill Door and Cap 006 199 GAUGE scdeccdiescdssscavccdssvdededseetieess 70 Low Fuel Indicator 000 62 Octane Requirement 198 Reserve Indicator c0e0008 62 Tank Filling the cis ccsxccssssserceasis 199 Fuel Economy sscccceeeseeees 203 Fuses Checking the 307 G Gas Mileage Improving 204 Gasoline ccccecsccecsesssssssesceseees 198 Low Fuel I
265. rs in all environments The EPA fuel economy estimates shown in the example to the right are a useful tool for comparison when buying a vehicle EPA estimates include City MPG Represents urban driving in a vehicle in light traffic A range of miles per gallon achieved is also provided Highway MPG Represents a mixture of rural and interstate driving in a warmed up vehicle typical of longer trips in free flowing traffic A range of miles per gallon achieved is also provided EPA Fuel Economy Estimates City MPG hou sata 5J CITY MPG 18 Expected range r rs 15 to 21 MPG Combi Combined Fuel E Economy Combined Fuel Economy Represents a combination of city and highway driving The scale represents the range of combined fuel economy for other vehicles in the class Estimated Annual Fuel Cost 2 039 based on 15 000 miles at 2 80 per gallon onomy Sample U S EPA label shown Highway MPG reflect new EPA methods beginning with 2008 models HIGHWAY A 25 Expected range for most drivers 21 to 29 MPG Estimated Annual Fuel Cost Estimated Annual Fuel Cost Provides an estimated annual fuel cost based on 15 000 miles 20 000 km per year multiplied by the cost per gallon based on EPA fuel cost data divided by the combined fuel economy For more information on fuel economy ratings and factors that affect fuel economy visit www fueleconomy gov Canada Visit w
266. s before driving 114 To Turn Everything Off Turning the fan speed control dial all the way to the left shuts the system off e Keep the system off for short periods only e To keep stale air and mustiness from collecting you should have the fan running at all times Playing the FM AM Radio Models without navigation system DISPLAY A gt BUTTON ON TAg g MP3 WMA POWER oo GEE o PRESET e alo rman O o cD CLOCK VOL SELECT KNOB FM AM BUTTON o se O ax O RomaseL AUTO SELECT y Y BUTTON TUNE SEEK aa 4 lt SEEK SEEK BUTTON UTTON TITLE BUTTON a SOUND 1d BUTTON SCAN D TAN LUTON V PLAY BUTTON CONTINUED 115 sommjeoy Playing the FM AM Radio Models without navigation system To Play the FM AM Radio The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY 1 or ON I position Turn the system on by pushing the FM AM button Adjust the volume by turning the VOL SELECT knob The band and frequency that the radio was last tuned to are displayed To change bands press the FM AM button On the FM band ST will be displayed if the station is broadcasting in stereo Stereo reproduction in AM is not available To Select a Station You can use any of five methods to find radio stations on the selected band tune seek scan the preset buttons and auto select 116 TUNE Use the TUNE SEEK button to tune to a de
267. s with security lockout features etc will not work in this audio unit NOTE e Do not use a device such as a card reader or hard drive as the device or your files may be damaged Do not connect your USB flash memory device using a HUB Do not use an extension cable to the USB adapter cable equipped with your vehicle Do not keep the USB flash memory device in the vehicle Direct sunlight and high heat will damage it e We recommend backing up your data before playing a USB flash memory device e Depending on the type and number of files it may take some time before they begin to play e Depending on the software the files were made with it may not be possible to play some files or display some text data Voice Control System You can select the AUX mode by using the navigation system voice control buttons but cannot operate the play mode functions The specifications for compatible MP3 files are Sampling frequency 32 44 1 48 kHz MPEG1 16 22 05 24 kHz MPEG2 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device Models with navigation system Bit rate 32 40 48 56 64 80 96 112 128 160 192 224 256 320 VBR kbps MPEG1 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 80 96 112 128 144 160 VBR kbps MPEG2 Supported standards MPEG1 Audio Layer3 MPEG2 Audio LSF Layer3 Partition Top partition only Maximum layers 8 The specifications for compatible WMA files are Sampling frequency 32 44 1 48 kHz
268. seat as far back from the dashboard as possible The rest of this section gives more detailed information about how you can maximize your safety Remember however that no safety system can prevent all injuries or deaths that can occur in a severe crash even when seat belts are properly worn and the airbags deploy Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction The following pages provide instructions on how to properly protect the driver adult passengers and teenage children who are large enough and mature enough to drive or ride in the front See pages 34 38 for important guidelines on how to properly protect infants small children and larger children who ride in your vehicle 1 Close and Lock the Doors After everyone has entered the vehicle be sure the doors and the tailgate are closed and locked E J Your vehicle has a door and tailgate open indicator on the instrument panel to indicate when any door or the tailgate is not tightly closed Locking the doors reduces the chance of someone being thrown out of the vehicle during a crash and it helps prevent passengers from accidentally opening a door and falling out Locking the doors and the tailgate also helps prevent an outsider from unexpectedly opening a door or the tailgate when you come to a stop See page 81 for how to lock the doors and page 62 for how the door and tailgate open indicator works Some models have the auto door locking unloc
269. set stations you can use the auto select feature to find stations in the local area Press the AUDIO button to view the audio control icons then touch the AUTO SEL icon You will see AUTO SEL flashing in the display and the system goes into scan mode for several seconds It stores the frequencies of six AM and twelve FM stations in the preset buttons 146 You will see a 0 displayed after pressing a preset button if auto select cannot find a strong station for every preset button If you do not like the stations auto select has stored you can store other frequencies on the preset buttons as previously described To turn off auto select touch the AUTO SEL icon This restores the presets you originally set For information on FM AM radio frequencies and reception see page 184 Adjusting the Sound FM1 FM2 AM CD CARD AUX 1 12 va 4 ll STEREO 1 ca 87 Q mz T Tune SEEK v 87 9 88 9 89 9 90 9 91 9 92 9 AUTO SEL Sound Background SOUND ICON You can adjust the sound on the navigation screen To adjust the sound push the AUDIO button then enter the sound grid by touching the SOUND icon on the display Playing the AM FM Radio Models with navigation system SPEAKER SETTING Sound Bass mm P S a
270. sired frequency Press the gt gt button to tune to a higher frequency and the HA button to tune to a lower frequency You can also operate the tune function by using the VOL SELECT knob Press the VOL SELECT knob and you will see SEL in the display Turn the knob right to tune to a higher frequency or left to tune to a lower frequency To turn it off press the VOL SELECT knob or A gt button or Vv PLAY button The system will return to the normal display about 10 seconds after you stop adjusting the tune mode SEEK The SEEK function searches up and down from the current frequency to find a station with a strong signal To activate it press and hold the M4 or gt gt I side of the TUNE SEEK button until you hear a beep then release it SCAN The scan function samples all stations with strong signals on the selected band To activate it press the SCAN button then release it You will see SCAN in the display The system will scan for a station with a strong signal When it finds one it will stop and play that station for about 10 seconds If you do nothing the system will then scan for the next strong station and play it for 10 seconds When it plays a station you want to listen to press the SCAN button again Playing the FM AM Radio Models without navigation system PRESET Each preset button 1 6 can store one frequency on AM and two frequencies on FM 1 Select the desired ban
271. sors will detect rapid acceleration and signal the control unit to instantly inflate either the driver s or the passenger s side airbag Additional Information About Your Airbags Only one airbag will deploy during a side impact If the impact is on the passenger s side the passenger s side airbag will deploy even if there is no passenger To get the best protection from the side airbags front seat occupants should wear their seat belts and sit upright and well back in their seats Side Airbag Cutoff System Your vehicle has a side airbag cutoff system designed primarily to protect a child riding in the front passenger s seat Although Honda does not encourage children to ride in front if the position sensors detect a child has leaned into the side airbag s deployment path the airbag will shut off The side airbag may also shut off if a short adult leans sideways or a larger adult slouches and leans sideways into the airbag s deployment path Objects placed on the front passenger seat can also cause the side airbag to be shut off If the side airbag off indicator comes on see page 31 have the passenger sit upright Once the passenger is out of the airbag s deployment path the system will turn the airbag back on and the indicator will go out There will be some delay between the moment the passenger moves into or out of the airbag deployment path and when the indicator comes on or goes off A front se
272. switch off when you have children in the vehicle so they do not injure themselves by operating the windows unintentionally Power Windows Mirrors AUTO To open or close the driver s window push or pull the window switch firmly down or up to the second detent and release it The window will automatically go down or up all the way To stop the window pull or push the window switch briefly AUTO REVERSE Ifthe driver s window senses any obstacle while it is closing automatically it will reverse direction and then stop To close the window remove the obstacle then use the window switch again Auto reverse stops sensing when the window is almost closed You should always check that all passengers and objects are away from the window before closing it Mirrors a Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility Be sure to adjust the mirrors before you start driving The inside mirror has day and night positions The night position reduces glare from headlights behind you Flip the tab on the bottom edge of the mirror to select the day or night position Adjusting the Power Mirrors SELECTOR SWITCH A I ADJUSTMENT SWITCH 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position 2 Move the selector switch to L driver s side or R passenger s side CONTINUED 101 sjo uo pue syusUMsUT Mirrors Parking Brake 3 Push the appropriate edge
273. syuoumysug Gauges Instant Fuel Economy This shows your instant fuel economy in mpg U S or 1 100 km Canada Average Fuel Economy This shows your vehicle s average fuel economy in mpg U S or 1 100 km Canada since you last reset the trip meter When you reset a trip meter the average fuel economiy for that trip meter also resets 70 Odometer 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 territorial regulations to disconnect reset or alter the odometer with the intent to change the number of miles or kilometers indicated Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you have It may show slightly more or less than the actual amount The needle returns to the bottom after you turn off the ignition NOTICE Avoid driving with an extremely low fuel level Running out of fuel could cause the engine to misfire damaging the catalytic converter Check Fuel Cap Indicator If the fuel fill cap is loose or missing a CHECK FUEL CAP message appears on the information display after you start the engine The message changes from CHECK to FUEL to CAP repeatedly Turn the engine off and confirm the fuel fill cap is installed If it is loosen the cap then retighten it until it clicks at least once You can cycle the message off of the display by
274. t 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 lockable retractor that must be activated to secure a child seat If you intend to install a child seat in the center seating position of the rear seat make sure to push down the head restraint to the lowest position and make sure the detachable seat a is securely latched see page 99 m With the child seat in the desired seating position route the belt through the child seat according to the seat maker s instructions then insert the latch plate into the buckle and remove any slack from the lap portion of the belt 2 To activate the lockable retractor slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt all the way out until it stops then let the belt feed back into the retractor 3 After the belt has retracted tug on it If the belt is locked you will not be able to pull it out If you can pull the belt out it is not locked and you will need to repeat these steps CONTINUED 45 JLS Josuosseg PW IANA Installing a Child Seat 4 After confirming that the belt is locked grab the shoulder part of the belt near the buckle and pull up to remove any slack from the lap part of the belt Remember if the lap part of the belt is not tight
275. t We strongly recommend placing a forward facing child seat in a back seat not the front Placing a forward facing child seat in the front seat of a vehicle equipped with a passenger s airbag can be hazardous If the vehicle seat is too far forward or the child s head is thrown forward during a collision an inflating airbag can strike the child with enough force to cause very serious or fatal injuries Protecting Infants and Small Children Selecting a Child Seat Even with advanced front airbags that automatically turn the passenger s front airbag off see page 31 a back seat is the safest place for a small child If it is necessary to put a forward facing child seat in the front move the vehicle seat as far to the rear as possible and be sure the child seat is firmly secured to the vehicle and the child is properly strapped in the seat AWARNING Placing a forward facing child seat in the front seat can result in serious injury or death if the front airbag inflates If you must place a forward facing child seat in front move the vehicle seat as far back as possible and properly restrain the child Selecting a Child Seat When buying a child seat you need to choose either a conventional child seat or one designed for use with the Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren LATCH system Conventional child seats must be secured to a vehicle with a seat belt whereas LATCH compatible seats are s
276. t belt Additional Information About Your Airbags Advanced Airbags Your front airbags are also advanced airbags The main purpose of this feature is to help prevent airbag caused injuries to short drivers and children or small statued adults who ride in front For both advanced airbags to work properly e Occupants must sit upright and wear their seat belts properly e Do not spill any liquids on or under the seats cover the sensors or put any objects or metal items under the front seats Failure to follow these instructions could damage the sensors or prevent them from working properly DRIVER S SEAT POSITION SENSOR The driver s advanced front airbag system includes a seat position sensor under the seat If the seat is too far forward the airbag will inflate with less force regardless of the severity of the impact If there is a problem with the sensor the SRS indicator will come on and the airbag will inflate in the normal manner regardless of the driver s seating position PASSENGER S SEAT WEIGHT X SENSORS The passenger s advanced front airbag system has weight sensors under the seat Although Honda does not encourage carrying an infant or small child in front if the sensors detect the weight of an infant or small child up to about 65 lbs or 29 kg the system will automatically turn the passenger s front airbag off Be aware that objects placed on the passenger s seat can also cause t
277. t crosses your arm instead of your shoulder you need to adjust the seat belt anchor height Protecting Adults and Teens RELEASE BUTTONS The front seats have adjustable seat belt anchors To adjust the height of an anchor squeeze the two release buttons and slide the anchor up or down as needed it has four positions Never place the shoulder portion of a lap shoulder belt under your arm or behind your back This could cause very serious injuries in a crash If a seat belt does not seem to work properly it may not protect the occupant in a crash No one should sit in a seat with an inoperative seat belt Using a seat belt that is not working properly can result in serious injury or death Have your dealer check the belt as soon as possible See page 18 for additional information about your seat belts and how to take care of them 6 Maintain a Proper Sitting Position After all occupants have adjusted their seats and head restraints and put on their seat belts it is very important that they continue to sit upright well back in their seats with their feet on the floor until the vehicle is safely parked and the engine is off Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury during a crash For example if an occupant slouches lies down turns sideways sits forward leans forward or sideways or puts one or both feet up the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased CONTINUED 15
278. t securely Wait a few minutes and recheck the oil level on the engine oil dipstick Do not fill above the upper mark you could damage the engine Honda Motor Oil is the preferred 5W 20 lubricant for your vehicle It is highly recommended that you use Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for optimum engine protection Make sure the API Certification Seal says For Gasoline Engines The oil viscosity or weight is provided on the container s label 5W 20 oil is formulated for year round protection of your vehicle to improve cold weather starting and fuel economy EEE EEE 100 F 20 0 20 40 60 80 L L L f f L L 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 aoc Ambient Temperature CONTINUED 253 IIULUJUPWN Adding Engine Oil Changing the Engine Oil and Filter Synthetic Oil You may use a synthetic motor oil if it meets the same requirements given for a conventional motor oil it displays the API Certification Seal and it is the proper weight You must follow the oil and filter change intervals shown on the information display Engine Oil Additives Your vehicle does not require any oil additives Additives may adversely affect the engine or transmission performance and durability 254 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter Always change the oil and filter according to the maintenance messages shown on the information display The oil and filter collect contaminants that can damage your engin
279. t the fuel fill cap from becoming lost it is attached to the fuel filler with a tether CONTINUED 199 SULA e10joq Service Station Procedures AWARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel e Stop the engine and keep heat sparks and flame away e Handle fuel only outdoors e Wipe up spills immediately 5 Screw the fuel fill cap back on until it clicks at least once If you do not properly tighten the cap the malfunction indicator lamp may come on see page 304 You will also see a CHECK FUEL CAP message on the information display 6 Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches 200 Opening and Closing the Hood HOOD RELEASE HANDLE 1 Park the vehicle and set the parking brake Pull the hood release handle under the lower left corner of the dashboard The hood will pop up slightly 2 Put your fingers under the front edge of the hood near the center Slide your hand to the left until you feel the hood latch handle Push this handle up to release it Lift up the hood If the hood latch handle moves stiffly or if you can open the hood without lifting the handle the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated Service Station Procedures SUPPORT ROD CLIP 3 Holding the grip pull the support rod out of its clip Insert the end into the designated hole in the hood
280. tact information Tel 1 888 9 HONDA 9 Fax 1 877 939 0909 In Puerto Rico and the U S Virgin Islands Bella International P O Box 190816 San Juan PR 00919 0816 Tel 787 620 7546 When you call or write please give us this information e Vehicle Identification Number see page 316 e Name and address of the dealer who services your vehicle e Date of purchase e Odometer reading of your vehicle e Your name address and telephone number e A detailed description of the problem e Name of the dealer who sold the vehicle to you Warranty Coverages U S Owners Your new vehicle is covered by these warranties New Vehicle Limited Warranty covers your new vehicle except for the battery emissions control systems and accessories against defects in materials and workmanship Emissions Control Systems Defects Warranty and Emissions Performance Warranty these two warranties cover your vehicle s emissions control systems Time mileage and coverage are conditional Please read your warranty booklet for exact information Original Equipment Battery Limited Warranty this warranty gives up to 100 credit toward a replacement battery Seat Belt Limited Warranty a seat belt that fails to function properly is covered by a limited warranty Please read your warranty booklet for details Rust Perforation Limited Warranty all exterior body panels are covered for rust through from the
281. tem automatically sets 15 seconds after you lock the doors hood and the tailgate For the system to activate you must lock the doors and the tailgate from the outside with the key driver s lock tab door lock master switch or remote transmitter The security system indicator on the instrument panel starts blinking immediately to show you the system is setting itself SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR Once the security system is set opening any door the tailgate or the hood without using the key or the remote transmitter will cause the alarm to activate It also activates if the audio unit is removed from the dashboard or the wiring is cut The alarm will also activate if a passenger inside the locked vehicle turns the ignition switch on The security system will not set if the hood tailgate or any door is not fully closed If the system will not set check the door and tailgate open indicator on the instrument panel see page 62 to see if the doors and tailgate are fully closed Since it is not part of the monitor display manually check the hood NOTE To see if the system is set after you exit the vehicle press the LOCK button on the remote transmitter within 5 seconds If the system is set the horn will beep once Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it 193 soimjeay Cruise Control On Sport model and Canadian LX model Cruise control allows you to maintain a set speed above 25
282. the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY I To use the towing hook position and make sure the steering 1 Take the towing hook and the heel t ly b b i S WER PONS PECL POTE XOAERERIN extension out of the tool kit in the towing cargo area 2 Put a cloth on the notch of the cover Using the extension carefully pry on the notch of the cover to remove it 312 If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck 3 Screw the towing hook into the bolt hole behind the bumper then tighten the hook securely with the extension NOTICE To avoid damage to your vehicle use the towing hook for straight flat ground towing only Do not tow at an angle The tow hook should not be used to tow the vehicle onto a flat bed Do not use it as a tie down 313 popedxouy ou Jo Suryey 314 Technical Information The diagrams in this section give you the dimensions and capacities of your vehicle and the locations of the identification numbers It also includes information you should know about your vehicle s tires and emissions control systems Identification Numbers 316 Three Way Catalytic Specifications cccccccceeeeseseeeee 318 Converter ccccceeeeeeseeeeeeeees 328 DOT Tire Quality Grading U S Emissions Testing c00000088 329 Vehicles cccccsssssesseeseees 321 Uniform Tire Quality Gradi vcasheuiversbssiervectesixceais 321 Treadweat ssccc
283. the ignition switch to the ON dI position and when the ignition switch is turned to the START IID position See page 233 for more information on the VSA system 67 sjo uo pue syusUMsUT Gauges INFORMATION DISPLAY TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE 60 mph 80 lt 70 120 gt h 40 km PLETE TL TRIPAVG _OILLIFEMP9 1 ODOMETER TRIP METER INSTANT FUEL ECONOMY SELECT RESET KNOB U S model is shown AVERAGE FUEL ECONOMY CHECK FUEL CAP INDICATOR 68 Gauges Trip Meter This meter shows the number of miles U S or kilometers Canada driven since you last reset it INSTANT FUEL ECONOMY ODOMETER TRIP METER AVERAGE FUEL ENGINE OIL LIFE ECONOMY A a _ To reset a trip meter display it and 40 80 ie 40 80 ie 40 80 minin E O Na A a then press and hold the select reset aJ TRP a nG m OLLE knob until the number resets to T ot p pe LELEA 0 0 When you reset the trip meter average fuel mileage is reset simultaneously The information display consists of two segments The upper segment displays instant fuel economy maintenance item code s and the lower segment displays the trip meter odometer average fuel economy and engine oil life To switch the display press and release the select reset knob repeatedly When you turn the ignition switch to the ON I position the last selection is displayed 69 s oQUOD pue
284. the AM FM Radio Models with navigation system SEEK The SEEK function searches up and down from the current frequency to find a station with a strong signal To activate it press and hold the A or side of the TUNE bar until you hear a beep then release it SCAN The SCAN function samples all stations with strong signals on the selected band To activate it press the SCAN button then release it You will see SCAN in the display The system will scan for a station with a strong signal When it finds one it will stop and play that station for about 10 seconds If you do nothing the system will then scan for the next strong station and play it for 10 seconds When it plays a station you want to listen to press the SCAN button again Preset Each preset button can store one frequency on AM and two frequencies on FM 1 Select the desired band AM or FM FM1 and FM2 let you store two frequencies with each preset button 2 Use the tune seek or scan function to tune the radio to a desired station 3 Pick a preset button and hold it until you hear a beep 4 Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store a total of six stations on AM and twelve stations on FM Each preset button s frequency is shown on the bottom of the audio display CONTINUED 145 somjeay Playing the AM FM Radio Models with navigation system AUTO SELECT Ifyou are traveling far from home and can no longer receive your pre
285. the brake or clutch pedal e Press the CANCEL button on the steering wheel e Press the CRUISE button on the steering wheel 196 Resuming the Set Speed When you push the CANCEL button or tap the brake or clutch pedal the system will remember the previously set cruising speed To return to that speed accelerate to above 25 mph 40 km h and then press the RES ACCEL button The CRUISE CONTROL indicator comes on The vehicle will accelerate to the same cruising speed as before Pressing the CRUISE button turns the system off and erases the previous cruising speed Before Driving Before you begin driving your vehicle you should know what gasoline to use and how to check the levels of important fluids You also need to know how to properly store luggage or packages The information in this section will help you If you plan to add any accessories to your vehicle please read the information in this section first Break in Period cccceeesseseeee 198 Fuel Recommendation 198 Service Station Procedures 199 Refueling eeeseseesseseessseesessee 199 Opening and Closing the HOGG sececcdicsessasseaeceasasesvecetses 200 Oil Check osssrossisssersisssissssssss 201 Engine Coolant Check 202 Fuel Economy cccsccccessseeees 203 Accessories and Modifications eseeseeeseseeseeeees 206 Carrying Cargo ccccessssseeeeeeees 208 197 SULA e10joq Break
286. the top of the vehicle s or booster s seat back A child of this height should be tall enough to use the lap shoulder belt without a booster seat When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that all children age 12 and under be properly restrained in a back seat If the passenger s front airbag inflates in a moderate to severe frontal collision the airbag can cause serious injuries to a child who is unrestrained improperly restrained sitting too close to the airbag or out of position A side airbag also poses risks If any part of a larger child s body is in the path of a deploying side airbag the child could receive possibly serious injuries Of course children vary widely And while age may be one indicator of when a child can safely ride in front there are other important factors you should consider Physical Size Physically a child must be large enough for the lap shoulder belt to properly fit see pages 14 and 49 If the seat belt does not fit properly with or without the child sitting on a booster seat the child should not sit in front Maturity To safely ride in front a child must be able to follow the rules including sitting properly and wearing the seat belt properly throughout a ride CONTINUED 51 JLS Josuosseg pue IANA Protecting Larger Children If you decide that a child can safely ride up front be sure
287. thout affecting the metals The catalytic converter is referred to as a three way catalyst since it acts on HC CO and NOx A replacement unit must be an original Honda part or its equivalent The three way catalytic converter must operate at a high temperature for the chemical reactions to take place It can set on fire any combustible materials that come near it Park your vehicle away from high grass dry leaves or other flammables 328 THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air pollution and can impair your engine s performance Follow these guidelines to protect your vehicle s three way catalytic converter e Always use unleaded gasoline Even a small amount of leaded gasoline can contaminate the catalyst metals making the three way catalytic converter ineffective e Keep the engine well maintained e Have your vehicle diagnosed and repaired if it is misfiring backfiring stalling or otherwise not running properly Emissions Testing Testing of Readiness Codes If you take your vehicle for an emissions test shortly after the battery has been disconnected or gone dead it may not pass the test This is because of certain readiness codes that must be set in the on board diagnostics for the emissions systems These codes are erased when the battery is disconnected and set again only after several days of driving under a variety of conditions
288. tion SVC The SVC mode controls the volume based on vehicle speed The faster you go the louder the audio volume becomes As you slow down the audio volume decreases The SVC has four modes SVC OFF SVC LOW SVC MID and SVC HIGH Turn the VOL SELECT knob to adjust the setting to your liking If you feel the sound is too loud choose low If you feel the sound is too quiet choose high This function is set to MID as the default setting when the vehicle leaves the factory Audio System Lighting You can use the instrument panel brightness control knob to adjust the illumination of the audio system see page 76 The audio system illuminates when the parking lights are on even if the system is turned off 121 soimjeay Playing a Disc Models without navigation system CD BUTTON A BUTTON DISC SLOT nisc EJECT BUTTON FM AM cD Aux O Roast RDM A SEL RANDOM SEEK SKIP L sssr N SEEK TITLE Dq las BUTTON BUTTON SCAN BUTTON TITLE BUTTON VOL SELECT KNOB Y PLAY BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON 122 Playing a Disc Models without navigation system To Play a Disc To load or play discs the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY I or ON ID position You operate the in dash disc player with the same controls used for the radio To select the disc player press the CD button You will see CD in the display The folder or track numbers ar
289. tion switch to the ON II position e If the indicator stays on after the engine starts e If the indicator comes on or flashes on and off while you drive Additional Information About Your Airbags If you see any of these indications the airbags and seat belt tensioners may not work properly when you need them AWARNING Ignoring the SRS indicator can result in serious injury or death if the airbag systems or tensioners do not work properly Have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible if the SRS indicator alerts you to a possible problem How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works U S Canada SIDE Z This indicator MORES AR alerts you that the passenger s side airbag has been automatically shut off It does not mean there is a problem with your side airbags When you turn the ignition switch to the ON ID position the indicator should come on briefly and then go off see page 61 If it doesn t come on stays on or comes on while driving without a passenger in the front seat have the system checked How the Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Works U S PASSENGER AIRBAG fassencca OFF INDICATOR AIRBAG On vehicle with navigation system This indicator alerts you that the passenger s front airbag has been shut off because weight sensors detect about 65 Ibs 29 kg or less the weight of an infant o
290. to have the power cord pinched by the door 9 Turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY I position CONTINUED 293 pop dx un oy Jo SULL Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire In freezing temperatures turn the engine on and leave it running while the flat tire is being serviced Prolonged exposure to the cold may cause the vehicle s battery to weaken Under cold conditions safely start the vehicle s engine and keep the engine running at idle when operating the air pump AIR PUMP SWITCH 11 Inflate the tire to 33 psi 230 kPa then turn the air pump switch OFF for an accurate pressure reading If the pressure fails to reach 33 psi 230 kPa within 15 minutes do not continue and have the vehicle towed In Canada or the continental U S A simply call 1 800 465 PLUS 7587 for Honda Plus Roadside Assistance AWARNING Running the engine with the vehicle in an enclosed or even 12 Turn the ignition switch to the 10 Turn the air pump on to inflate the LOCK 0 position tire Do not run the air pump for 13 Remove the sealant bottle hose partly enclosed area can cause a rapid build up of toxic carbon monoxide Breathing this colorless odorless gas can cause unconsciousness and even death Only run the engine to power the air pump with the vehicle outdoors 294 more than 15 minutes or it may overheat The air pressure gauge will show about 40 to 60 psi 275 to 415 kPa for th
291. top adjusting a mode CONTINUED 147 soimjeay Playing the AM FM Radio Models with navigation system Screen Mode Audio System Lighting You can select the background You can use the instrument panel screen to display the sound level brightness control knob to adjust the There are three screen modes level illumination of the control panel see the sound level is shown with the page 76 The audio system vertical bars spectrum analysis the illuminates when the parking lights sound level appears as ripples of are on even if the radio is turned off water and off Each time you touch the background icon the display changes 148 Playing a Disc Models with navigation system CD AUX BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON _ AUDIO SCA Sean Track List Sound Background SCAN BUTTON gt _ SCAN CANCEL TUNE FOLDER BAR CD ICON 01 Track A FOLDER 256 AAAA MAPeune TME 02 35 SETUP gogi TRACK TRACK REPEAT RANDOM REW FF SKIP SKIP A FOLDER PER _1RPT 0 2ROM 34a 4 gt Sie RANDOM FAST FORWARD SKIP BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON REWIND BUTTON SKIP BUTTON JOYSTICK CONTINUED 149 soimjeay Playing a Disc Models with navigation system To Play a Disc In dash single playe
292. track PLAY MODE 1 101 AA JAlbumA a 2 102 BB Album B 5 ie ee Album C 4 10 DD Album D 5 19 EE Album E Song Search Return Y In album mode the album name is also displayed on the right side of each selectable icon Select the desired file Song Search Function SONG SEARCH ICON Select a track PLAY MODE FOLDER ag ha d E CARD 2 102 BB ToN 3 103 CC 4 10 DD 5 105 EE Song Search Return Y Folder mode is shown RETURN ICON When you select Song Search from the track list display the song search menu appears TITLE BY KEYWORD ICON Select one of the following Title by keyword Artist Album ARTIST ICON ALBUM ICON You can then select any of three modes to search a file Title by keyword Artist and Album CONTINUED 167 soimjeay Playing a PC card Models with navigation system Searching for a Song Title by keyword MORE ICON Enter title N A gt i Z O Ul nyo O alelo amp lt Iir 0 N U Sl Zzlolw X lt jojm v N 9 l R S q Delete Shift Space More List DELETE ICON In Title by keyword mode enter the LIST ICON title name or any key
293. traight back 3 Remove the rubber weather seal by pulling on the tab Lights 4 Unclip the end of the hold down wire from its slot Pivot the wire out of the way then remove the bulb 5 Install the new bulb into the hole making sure the tabs are in their slots Pivot the hold down wire back in place and clip the end into the slot HOLD DOWN INSPECTION WINDOW 6 Make sure that the hold down wire is installed properly and securely You can check its installation from the inspection window on the headlight assembly 7 Install the rubber seal over the back of the headlight assembly 8 Push the electrical connector onto the new bulb Make sure it is connected securely Turn on the headlights to test the new bulb Replacing a Parking Light Front Side Marker Bulb 1 Open the hood 2 Remove the socket by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise 3 Pull the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms 4 Reinstall the socket into the light assembly by turning it clockwise until it locks CONTINUED 263 IIULUJUPWN Lights 5 Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working 264 Replacing a Front Turn Signal Light Bulb 1 Open the hood 2 Remove the socket by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise 3 Remove the bulb from the socket by pushing the bulb in and turning it counterclockwise until it u
294. ts and side curtain airbags Do not lean against the door See owner s manual for more information fe Be gt NEVER OPEN WHEN HOT Hot coolant will scald you gt N OUVREZ PAS QUAND CHAUD D NICHT BEI HEISSEM MOTOR OFFNEN P RUBSTAUTRSL gt Sink BAHA SIDE AIRBAG This car is equipped with side airbags in the front seats and side curtain airbags Do not lean against the door See owner s manual for more information COUSSIN GONFLABLE LATERAL Cette automobile est quip e de coussins gonflables lat raux dans les si ges avant ainsi que de coussins gonflables lat raux de type rideau Ne vous appuyez pas sur la porte Consultez le Manuel du propri taire pour en sayoir plus 55 JLS Josuosseg pue IANA 56 Instruments and Controls This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of your vehicle All the essential controls are within easy reach Control LOCAOiSsisccdieassscssstiesvicas 58 Instrument Panel ccseeeeee 59 Instrument Panel Indicators 60 GAUGES r R 68 Trip Meter essssesesessssosroereesseesees 69 Instant Fuel Economy 70 Average Fuel Economy 70 UVAGHGLEL viscccsrseinccoaedidacinesvinacens 70 Fuel Gauge cccccsssscecsssneees 70 Check Fuel Cap Indicator 70 Maintenance Minder
295. uo 39 40 41 Important Safety Reminders 38 Infants ceresti dreisi 39 Larger Children sccccssssees 49 LATCH cucssussccwssmencamninintcacnancss 43 Risks with Airbags 0006 35 Small Children secccessscvvensistiecsas 40 Tethers ccssccccssssecccsssnceeees 47 Warning Labels c0000 36 Where Should a Child Sit 35 Child SEAS dsc cxcaisisussoonvivercenns 34 41 LATCH Anchorage Points 43 Tether Anchorage Points 47 Cleaning the Seat Belts 267 C O Gh sci cvcstesasiacedetesiaviesesraseiecises 192 Clutch Fluid wo ccceceeeeeeseeeeeee 261 Code Audio System 06 191 CO in the Exhaust 53 326 Cold Weather Starting in 216 Compact Spare Tire cceee 284 Controls Instruments and 57 Coolant PORCH surat aipersnatoateeetoun 256 Checking ccccccccceesssssseeeseees 202 Proper Solution ccccceeeeee 256 Temperature Indicator 63 Crankcase Emissions Control SYSTEM sessissssssscisssssisdosirosisdosis 326 Cruise Control Indicator 65 Cruise Control Operation 194 Cruise Main Indicator 5 65 Cup HOMCts sss citccotsastanisianecetits 106 Customer Service 0000000008 332 Index ED E DANGER Explanation of iii Dashboard ceccceccceseseeeeeeeee 3 58 Daytime Running Lights Canad
296. ure Indicator ccccseseeeeeeeee 60 303 Lubricant Specifications Chart 319 Luggage Storing cargo 208 M Maintenance ceseeseccceesseeee 243 Main Items and Sub Items 248 Minder 0 cecececeseeccceceeeeeeeeee 245 Minder Indicator 06 66 Owner s Maintenance CHECKS issssiisesisesirssscsrsrsissise 250 Safety cccessessssssecsceesssssreseeees 244 Schedule cccccccccccccseseceeeeeees 251 Malfunction Indicator TaD csisicedstesdeesessasdectacteees 60 304 Manual Transmission 217 Checking Fluid Level 260 SHB seein sabces ceeeeececcaes 217 Manual Transmission Fluid 260 Index Meters Gauges Methanol in Gasoline Mirrors Adjusting Modifying Your Vehicle Neutral Gear Position New Vehicle Break in Normal Shift Speeds NOTICE Explanation of Numbers Identification Oe e Octane Requirement Odometer Trip Change How to Change When to Checking Engine Pressure Indicator 60 303 Selecting Proper Viscosity LNAI a E E EN 253 Onboard Refueling Vapor RECOVErY siccciseseccestsaseintieeseciess 326 ON Ignition Key Position 80 Outside Mirrors c cccccceeeeee 101 Overheating Engine 301 Owner s Maintenance Checks 250 Oxygenated Fuels 000 198 P Paddle Shifters ccccceesceseees 224 Panel Brightness Control
297. usted head restraints will help protect occupants from whiplash and other crash injuries See page 93 for how to adjust the seat backs 13 JLS Josuosseg pue IANA Protecting Adults and Teens 5 Fasten and Position the Seat Belts Insert the latch plate into the buckle then tug on the belt to make sure the belt is securely latched Check that the belt is not twisted because a twisted belt can cause serious injuries in a crash The seat belt in the center position of the back seat can be unlatched and retracted to allow the back seat to be folded up or down This seat belt should be latched whenever the seat back is in an upright position See page 99 for how to unlatch and relatch the seat belt 14 N Position the lap part of the belt as low as possible across your hips then pull up on the shoulder part of the belt so the lap part fits snugly This lets your strong pelvic bones take the force of a crash and reduces the chance of internal injuries If necessary pull up on the belt again to remove any slack then check that the belt rests across the center of your chest and over your shoulder This spreads the forces of a crash over the strongest bones in your upper body A WARNING Improperly positioning the seat belts can cause serious injury or death in a crash Make sure all seat belts are properly positioned before driving If the seat belt touches or crosses your neck or if i
298. ut Jack 000 190 Radio Theft Protection 191 Setting the Clock ccsscccces 192 Security System sxccacedseccoevsinecceevcx 193 Cruise Control scaisscssansescovers sucess 194 109 somjeay Vents Heating and A C FAN CONTROL DIAL REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER HEATED MIRRORS BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING REAR WINDOW BUTTON DEFOGGER BUTTON TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL MODE CONTROL DIAL FRESH AIR RECIRCULATION LEVER If equipped 110 Vents Heating and A C Airflow Controls Fan Control Dial Turn this dial to increase or decrease the fan speed and airflow Temperature Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise increases the temperature of the airflow Air Conditioning A C Button If equipped This button turns the air conditioning on and off The indicator in the button is on when the A C is on Fresh Air Recirculation Lever This lever controls the source of the air going into the system When you slide the lever to the lt 5 side air is brought in from outside the vehicle fresh air mode When you select the side air from the vehicle s interior is sent through the system again recirculation mode The outside air intakes for the heating and cooling system are at the base of the windshield Keep this area clear of leaves and other debris The system should be left in fresh air mode under
299. vanced Air Bags z ease rea an ollow e A WARN l N G Children can be killed or seriously injured by the air bag instructions on these labels The back seat is the safest place for children EVEN WITH ADVANCED AIR BAGS Never put a rear facing child seat in the front 7 VA m Chi aren can be killed or serlously Inured bythe alr bag Always use seat belts and child restraints ai m The back seat is the safest place for children See owner s manual for more information about air bags LA l yr put a rear facing child seat in the front A z a one oral 0 nor ifonat en about air bags TGE FemoOved DOWEL ANY DA Canadian Models SUN VISORS CAUTION PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY POUR EVITER DES BLESSURES GRAVES e FOR MAXIMUM SAFETY PROTECTION IN e POUR PROFITER D UNE PROTECTION ALL TYPES OF CRASHES YOU MUST MAXIMALE LORS D UNE COLLISION BOUCLEZ ALWAYS WEAR YOUR SAFETY BELT TOUJOURS VOTRE CEINTURE DE SECURITE e DO NOT INSTALL REARWARD FACING e NINSTALLEZ JAMAIS UN SIEGE POUR CHILD SEATS IN ANY FRONT ENFANTS FAISANT FACE A L ARRIERE SUR PASSENGER SEAT POSITION LE SIEGE DU PASSAGER AVANT DO NOT SIT OR LEAN UNNECESSARILY e NE VOUS APPUYEZ PAS ET NE VOUS ASSOYEZ CLOSE TO THE AIR BAG PAS PRES DU COUSSIN GONFLABLE DO NOT PLACE ANY OBJECTS OVER THE e NE DEPOSEZ AUCUN OBJET SUR LE COUSSIN AIR BAG OR BETWEEN THE AIR BAG GONFLABLE OU ENTRE LE COUSSIN AND YOURSELF GONFLABLE ET VOUS e SEE THE OWNER S MANUAL FOR FURTHER e LISEZ LE GUIDE UTIL
300. ver to prevent scratches then use a small flat tip screwdriver to remove the cover on the back of the tailgate on a _ JLock Unlock ae SS a ee Push the release lever to the right as shown rN sjo uo pue syusUMsUT Z If you need to unlock the tailgate manually it means there is a problem with the tailgate Have the vehicle checked by your dealer 89 Remote Transmitter UNLOCK BUTTON On Sport model and Canadian LX model LOCK Press this button once to lock all doors and the tailgate Some exterior lights will flash once When you push LOCK twice within 5 seconds the horn will sound to verify that the doors and the tailgate are locked and the security system if equipped has set You cannot lock the doors and the tailgate if any door or the tailgate is not fully closed or the key is in the ignition switch 90 UNLOCK Press this button once to unlock the driver s door Push it twice to unlock the remaining doors and the tailgate Some exterior lights will flash twice each time you press the button The ceiling light if the ceiling light switch is in the door activated position will come on when you press the UNLOCK button If you do not open any door or the tailgate within 30 seconds the light fades out If you relock the doors and the tailgate with the remote transmitter before 30 seconds have elapsed the light will go off immediately If you do not open
301. will see the first 15 characters and the gt indicator in the display Press and hold the TITLE button until the next 16 characters are shown To Change or Select Files Use the SKIP button while a USB flash memory device is playing to select passages and change files SKIP Each time you press the gt SKIP button the system skips forward to the beginning of the next file Press the 4 SKIP button to skip backward to the beginning of the current file Press it again to skip to the beginning of the previous file To move rapidly within a file press and hold either side gt or K4 of the SKIP button FOLDER SELECTION To select a different folder press the A SD button or W PLAY button Press the A button to skip to the next folder and press the W PLAY button to skip to the beginning of the previous folder CONTINUED 139 soimjeay Playing a USB Flash Memory Device Models without navigation system To Select a File from Folder and File Lists Folder Selection D2 RARR GEE Press the VOL SELECT knob Track Selection You can also select a folder or file by using the VOL SELECT knob Push the VOL SELECT knob to switch the display to the folder or file list then turn the VOL SELECT knob to select a folder or file Press the VOL SELECT knob to set your selection Pressing the A gt button goes back to the previous display and pressing the TITLE button cancels this setting
302. word by touching the letter icons on the screen Press the List icon to begin the song search If you press the CANCEL button on the control panel the display returns to the mode menu without doing a search To cancel the selected letter touch the Delete icon To select more characters touch the More icon The other character list will be shown 168 FILE LIST ce 2 102 BB 3 103 CC 4 10 DD 5 105 EE 6 10 FF Select a song Hits 200 soncs A After the system searches for a song a file list is displayed To scroll through the list touch the A or V icon on the side of the screen Select the desired file by touching the appropriate icon or moving the joystick and pressing the ENT Searching for a Song by Artist Name ARTIST LIST Select an artist Artist A A Artist B Artist C Artist D Artist E Artist F Y nu A UNUN Select the Artist icon and the artist list appears Select the desired artist and the artist s file list is displayed Playing a PC card Models with navigation system Searching for a Song by Album Name ALBUM LIST Select an album 1 Album A A Album B Album C Album D Album E Album F v nu A WUN Select the Album icon and the album l
303. ww vehicles gc ca CONTINUED 203 Sunuq e10joq Fuel Economy Fuel Economy Factors The following factors can lower your vehicle s fuel economy e Aggressive driving hard acceleration and braking e Excessive idling accelerating and braking in stop and go traffic e Cold engine operation engines are more efficient when warmed up e Driving with a heavy load or the air conditioner running e Improperly inflated tires 204 Improving Fuel Economy Vehicle Maintenance A properly maintained vehicle maximizes fuel economy Poor maintenance can significantly reduce fuel economy Always maintain your vehicle according to the maintenance messages displayed on the information display see Owner s Maintenance Checks on page 250 For example e Use the recommended viscosity motor oil displaying the API Certification Seal see page 253 e Maintain proper tire inflation An under inflated tire increases rolling resistance which reduces fuel economy e Avoid carrying excess weight in your vehicle It puts a heavier load on the engine increasing fuel consumption e Keep your vehicle clean In particular a build up of snow or mud on your vehicle s underside adds weight and rolling resistance Frequent cleaning helps your fuel economy Drive Efficiently e Drive moderately Rapid acceleration abrupt cornering and hard braking increase fuel consumption Observe the speed limit
304. y system helps to discourage vandalism and theft of your vehicle Vents Heating and A C 110 Playing the FM AM Radio Models without navigation SYSTE seerti 115 Playing a Disc Models without navigation system 122 Disc Player Error Messages Models without navigation system csscccsscccessecesnees 128 Playing an iPod Models without navigation system 6605 129 iPod Error Messages Models without navigation system 135 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device Models without navigation system 136 USB Flash Memory Device Error Messages Models without navigation system 142 Playing the AM FM Radio Models with navigation SYSTEM Suiislixeinpiarsinans 143 Playing a Disc Models with navigation system 006 149 Disc Player Error Messages Models with navigation system ccceceescssessesesseeeeees 157 Playing a PC card Models with navigation system 06 158 Playing an iPod Models with navigation system 06 170 iPod Error Messages Models with navigation system 176 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device Models with navigation system 177 USB Flash Memory Device Error Messages Models with navigation system 183 FM AM Radio Reception 184 Protecting Your Discs 186 Remote Audio Controls 189 Auxiliary Inp
305. y the AM FM Radio The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY I or ON I position Turn the system on by pushing the power volume knob or the AM FM button Adjust the volume by turning the power volume knob Pushing the AUDIO button will also turn on the system 144 You can also operate the audio system without using the control icons on the audio screen Use the control buttons on the left side of the screen The status bar appears on the bottom of the screen each time you operate any of the control buttons On the navigation screen you can also see audio information by touching the AUDIO INFO icon on the lower of the screen The band and frequency that the radio was last turned to are displayed To change bands press the AM FM button or touch the desired band icon FM1 FM2 or AM On the FM band STEREO will be displayed if the station is broadcasting in stereo Stereo reproduction on AM is not available To Select a Station You can use any of five methods to find radio stations on the selected band tune seek scan the preset buttons and auto select TUNE Use the TUNE bar to tune the radio to a desired frequency Press the A side of the bar to tune to a higher frequency and press the W side to tune to a lower frequency Press and hold the A or W side of the TUNE bar until you hear two beeps to change the frequency rapidly Release the bar when the display reaches the desired frequency Playing
306. ys all the files on the selected folder in the order they are compressed in MP3 WMA To activate folder repeat mode press the RPT button repeatedly until you see F RPT in the display The system continuously replays the current folder Press and hold the RPT button to turn it off Each time you press the RPT button the mode changes from file repeat to folder repeat then to normal playing RANDOM Random within a disc This feature plays the tracks within a disc in random order In MP3 WMA mode all files in all folders are played in random order To activate random mode press the RDM button repeatedly until you see RDM in the display Press and hold the RDM button to turn it off In MP3 WMA mode FOLDER RANDOM This feature when activated plays the files in the current folder in random order rather than in the order they are compressed in MP3 WMA To activate folder random play press the RDM button You will see F RDM in the display The system will then select and play files randomly This continues until you deactivate folder random play by pressing and holding the RDM button Each time you press the RDM button the mode changes from folder random play to within a disc random play then to normal play Playing a Disc Models without navigation system SCAN The scan function samples all the tracks on the disc in the order they are recorded on the disc all files in the selected folder

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