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Introduction

Congratulations! Your selection of a 2010 Honda Accord was a wise As you read this manual, you will
investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure. find information that is preceded by
a symbol. This
One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to information is intended to help you
read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and avoid damage to your vehicle, other
convenience items. Afterwards, keep this owner’s manual in your vehicle so property, or the environment.
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.

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Introduction

California Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING: This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.

Event Data Recorders

This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices commonly referred to as event data recorders. These
devices record front seat belt use, front passenger seat occupancy, airbag deployment data, and the failure
of any airbag system component. 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.

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A Few Words About Safety

Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms,
is very important. And operating this including:
vehicle safely is an important
responsibility. Safety Labels − on the vehicle.
Safety Messages − preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of
To help you make informed three signal words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
decisions about safety, we have These signal words mean:
provided operating procedures and
other information on labels and in You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
this manual. This information alerts HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
you to potential hazards that could
hurt you or others. You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
Of course, it is not practical or
possible to warn you about all the You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow
hazards associated with operating or instructions.
maintaining your vehicle. You must
use your own good judgement. Safety Headings − such as Important Safety Reminders or Important
Safety Precautions.
Safety Section − such as Driver and Passenger Safety.
Instructions − how to use this vehicle correctly and safely.

This entire book is filled with important safety information − please read it
carefully.

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2010 Accord Coupe Online Reference Owner's Manual

Contents

Owner's Identification Form

Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ................................................................................................ 3

Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ............................................................. 5
Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column) ........................................... 53
Features (climate control, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control, HomeLink , and other convenience items)............... 121
Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading) ........................................................................ 241
Driving (engine and transmission operation).......................................................................................... 261
Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage).................................................. 289
Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, jump starting, overheating, and fuses) ......................................... 341
Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls)............................................... 367
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada only) (warranty and contact information)................... 385
Authorized Manuals (U.S. only) (how to order) ................................................................................... 389
Index ................................................................................................................................................. I

Service Information Summary (fluid capacities and tire pressures)

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Overview of Contents

Contents Before Driving Technical Information

A convenient reference to the What gasoline to use, how to break- ID numbers, dimensions, capacities,
sections in this manual. in your new vehicle, and how to load and technical information.
luggage and other cargo.
Your Vehicle at a Glance Warranty and Customer
A quick reference to the main Driving Relations
controls in your vehicle. The proper way to start the engine, (U.S. and Canada only)
shift the transmission, and park; plus A summary of the warranties
Driver and Passenger Safety what you need to know if you’re covering your new vehicle, and how
Important information about the planning to tow a trailer. to contact us for any reason. Refer to
proper use and care of your vehicle’s your warranty manual for detailed
seat belts, an overview of the Maintenance information.
supplemental restraint system, and The maintenance minder shows you
valuable information on how to when you need to take your vehicle Authorized Manuals
protect children with child restraints. to the dealer for maintenance service. (U.S. only)
There is also a list of things to check How to order manuals and other
Instruments and Controls and instructions on how to check technical literature.
Explains the purpose of each them.
instrument panel indicator and gauge, Index
and how to use the controls on the Taking Care of the Unexpected
dashboard and steering column. This section covers several problems Service Information Summary
motorists sometimes experience, A summary of the information you
Features and details how to handle them. need when you pull up to the fuel
How to operate the climate control pump.
system, the audio system, and other
convenience features.

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Your Vehicle at a Glance

INSTRUMENT PANEL MOONROOF SWITCH＊ HOMELINK BUTTONS＊

Your Vehicle at a Glance

INDICATORS (P.55) (P.108) (P.213) CLOCK (P.201)
GAUGES (P.63) COMPASS＊ (P.206)
DRIVER’S FRONT
AIRBAG (P.9, 23) PASSENGER’S FRONT
AIRBAG (P.9, 23)

MIRROR CONTROLS HEATING/COOLING

(P.102) CONTROLS
(P.122)
POWER DOOR LOCK CLIMATE CONTROL
MASTER SWITCH SYSTEM
(P.80) (P.127)

POWER WINDOW AUDIO SYSTEM

SWITCHES (P.135)
(P.104)
HOOD RELEASE
HANDLE MANUAL
(P.246) TRANSMISSION
(P.264)
TRUNK RELEASE AUTOMATIC
LEVER (P.90) TRANSMISSION
FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P.267)
LEVER (P.243)
ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS AUXILIARY INPUT JACK
(P.114) (P.199)
U.S. EX-L V6 model without navigation system is shown.

＊: If equipped
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Your Vehicle at a Glance

INSTRUMENT PANEL WINDSHIELD WIPERS/ PASSENGER AIRBAG

HEADLIGHTS/ BRIGHTNESS (P.73) WASHERS (P.69)
TURN SIGNALS/ OFF INDICATOR (P.30)
FOG LIGHTS＊2
(P.70, 73) HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON (P.74)
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROLS INTERFACE DIAL＊3
(P.198) (P.161)
VEHICLE STABILITY
ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM
OFF SWITCH
(P.277)

BLUETOOTH
HANDSFREELINK
VOICE CONTROL
BUTTONS＊2 (P.217) HORN＊1
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/
HEATED MIRROR＊2 BUTTON
NAVIGATION SYSTEM (P.75, 103)
CRUISE CONTROL
VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS
BUTTONS＊3 (P.210)
STEERING WHEEL SEAT HEATER SWITCHES＊2
ADJUSTMENTS (P.101)
(P.76)

＊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.
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Driver and Passenger Safety

This section gives you important Additional Information About All Children Should Sit in a
information about how to protect Your Seat Belts ........................ 17 Back Seat .................................. 34
yourself and your passengers. It Seat Belt System Components ... 17 The Passenger’s Front Airbag
shows you how to use seat belts. It Lap/Shoulder Belt ....................... 18 Can Pose Serious Risks .......... 34

Driver and Passenger Safety

explains how your airbags work. And Automatic Seat Belt If You Must Drive with Several
it tells you how to properly restrain Tensioners ................................ 19 Children .................................... 36
infants and children in your vehicle. Seat Belt Maintenance ................ 19 If a Child Requires Close
Additional Information About Attention ................................... 36
Your Airbags ............................ 21 Additional Safety Precautions .... 37
Airbag System Components ....... 21 Protecting Infants and Small
How Your Front Airbags Children .................................... 38
Work.......................................... 23 Protecting Infants ........................ 38
How Your Side Airbags Work.... 27 Protecting Small Children .......... 39
Important Safety Precautions .......... 6 How Your Side Curtain Selecting a Child Seat ...................... 40
Your Vehicle’s Safety Features........ 7 Airbags Work ........................... 28 Installing a Child Seat ..................... 41
Protecting Adults and Teens.......... 11 How the SRS Indicator Works ... 29 With LATCH ................................ 42
1. Close and Lock the Doors ...... 11 How the Side Airbag Off With a Lap/Shoulder Belt .......... 44
2. Adjust the Front Seats ............ 11 Indicator Works ....................... 30 With a Tether ............................... 46
3. Adjust the Seat-Backs ............. 12 How the Passenger Airbag Protecting Larger Children ............ 47
4. Adjust the Head Restraints .... 13 Off Indicator Works ................ 30 Checking Seat Belt Fit ................ 47
5. Fasten and Position the Airbag Service .............................. 31 Using a Booster Seat ................... 48
Seat Belts .............................. 14 Additional Safety Precautions .... 32 When Can a Larger Child Sit
6. Maintain a Proper Sitting Protecting Children − General in Front ..................................... 49
Position ................................. 15 Guidelines ................................. 33 Additional Safety Precautions .... 50
Advice for Pregnant Women...... 15 All Children Must Be Carbon Monoxide Hazard .............. 51
Additional Safety Precautions .... 16 Restrained ................................ 33 Safety Labels .................................... 52

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Important Safety Precautions

You’ll find many safety Be Aware of Airbag Hazards Remember, situations can change
recommendations throughout this While airbags can save lives, they quickly, and only you can decide
section, and throughout this manual. can cause serious or fatal injuries to when it is safe to divert attention
The recommendations on this page occupants who sit too close to them, away from driving.
are the ones we consider to be the or are not properly restrained.
most important. Infants, young children, and short Control Your Speed
adults are at the greatest risk. Be Excessive speed is a major factor in
Always Wear Your Seat Belt sure to follow all instructions and crash injuries and deaths. Generally,
A seat belt is your best protection in warnings in this manual. the higher the speed, the greater the
all types of collisions. Airbags are risk, but serious injuries can also
designed to supplement seat belts,
not replace them. So even though Don’t Drink and Drive occur at lower speeds. Never drive
your vehicle is equipped with airbags, Alcohol and driving don’t mix. Even faster than is safe for current
make sure you and your passengers one drink can reduce your ability to conditions, regardless of the
always wear your seat belts, and respond to changing conditions, and maximum speed posted.
wear them properly (see page 14 ). your reaction time gets worse with
every additional drink. So don’t drink Keep Your Vehicle in Safe
Restrain All Children and drive, and don’t let your friends Condition
Children age 12 and under should drink and drive, either. Having a tire blowout or a
ride properly restrained in a back mechanical failure can be extremely
seat, not the front seat. Infants and Pay Appropriate Attention to the hazardous. To reduce the possibility
small children should be restrained Task of Driving Safely of such problems, check your tire
in a child seat. Larger children Engaging in mobile phone pressures and condition frequently,
should use a booster seat and a lap/ conversation or other activities that and perform all regularly scheduled
shoulder belt until they can use the keep you from paying close attention maintenance (see page 291 ).
belt properly without a booster seat to the road, other vehicles and
(see pages 33 − 50 ). pedestrians could lead to a crash.

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Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

Your vehicle is equipped with many

(1) (6) (4) features that work together to
(8) (9) (9) protect you and your passengers
(10) during a crash.

Driver and Passenger Safety

Some features do not require any
(7) 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.
(2)
(11) However, you and your passengers
(3) can’t take full advantage of these
(5) (7) (1) Safety Cage features unless you remain sitting in
(2) Crush Zones the correct position and always wear
(3) Seats and Seat-Backs
(4) Head Restraints your seat belts. In fact, some safety
(5) Collapsible Steering Column features can contribute to injuries if
(2) (6) Seat Belts they are not used properly.
(7) Front Airbags
(8) Side Airbags
(9) Side Curtain Airbags The following pages explain how you
(10) Door Locks can take an active role in protecting
(11) Automatic Front Seat Belt yourself and your passengers.
Tensioners

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Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

Seat Belts Help keep you from being thrown

Your vehicle is equipped with seat against the inside of the vehicle
belts in all seating positions. Not wearing a seat belt properly and against other occupants.
increases the chance of serious
Your seat belt system also includes injury or death in a crash, even Keep you from being thrown out
an indicator on the instrument panel though your vehicle has airbags. of the vehicle.
and a beeper to remind you and your
passengers to fasten your seat belts. Be sure you and your Help keep you in a good position
passengers always wear seat should the airbags ever deploy. A
Why Wear Seat Belts belts and wear them properly. good position reduces the risk of
Seat belts are the single most injury from an inflating airbag and
effective safety device for adults and allows you to get the best
larger children. (Infants and smaller When properly worn, seat belts: advantage from the airbag.
children must be properly restrained
in child seats.) Keep you connected to the vehicle Of course, seat belts cannot
so you can take advantage of the completely protect you in every
Not wearing a seat belt properly vehicle’s built-in safety features. crash. But in most cases, seat belts
increases the chance of serious can reduce your risk of serious
injury or death in a crash, even Help protect you in almost every injury.
though your vehicle has airbags. type of crash, including:
− frontal impacts What You Should Do:
In addition, most states and all − side impacts Always wear your seat belt, and
Canadian provinces and territories − rear impacts make sure you wear it properly.
require you to wear seat belts. − rollovers

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Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

Airbags

Driver and Passenger Safety

Your vehicle has a supplemental Your vehicle also has side airbags to In addition, your vehicle has side
restraint system (SRS) with front help protect the upper torso of the curtain airbags to help protect the
airbags to help protect the heads and driver or a front seat passenger heads of the driver, front passenger,
chests of the driver and a front seat during a moderate to severe side and passengers in the outer rear
passenger during a moderate to impact (see page 27 for more seating positions during a moderate
severe frontal collision (see page information on how your side airbags to severe side impact (see page
23 for more information on how work). 28 for more information on how
your front airbags work). your side curtain airbags work).

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Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

The most important things you need What you should do: Always wear The rest of this section gives more
to know about your airbags are: your seat belt properly, and sit detailed information about how you
upright and as far back from the can maximize your safety.
Airbags do not replace seat belts. steering wheel as possible while
They are designed to supplement allowing full control of the vehicle. A Remember, however, that no safety
the seat belts. front passenger should move their system can prevent all injuries or
seat as far back from the dashboard deaths that can occur in a severe
Airbags offer no protection in rear as possible. crash, even when seat belts are
impacts, or minor frontal or side properly worn and the airbags deploy.
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.

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Protecting Adults and Teens

Introduction Locking the doors reduces the 2.Adjust the Front Seats
The following pages provide chance of someone being thrown out
instructions on how to properly of the vehicle during a crash, and it
protect the driver, adult passengers, helps prevent passengers from

Driver and Passenger Safety

and teenage children who are large accidentally opening a door and
enough and mature enough to drive falling out.
or ride in the front.
Locking the doors also helps prevent
See pages 33 − 50 for important an outsider from unexpectedly
guidelines on how to properly opening a door when you come to a
protect infants, small children, and stop.
larger children who ride in your
vehicle. See page 80 for how to lock the
doors, and page 61 for how the door
1.Close and Lock the Doors and trunk open monitor system Adjust the driver’s seat as far to the
After everyone has entered the works. rear as possible while allowing you to
vehicle, be sure the doors are closed maintain full control of the vehicle.
and locked. Your vehicle has a programmable Have a front passenger adjust their
auto door locking/unlocking feature. seat as far to the rear as possible.
Your vehicle has a door and For more information, see page 81 .
trunk open indicator on the
instrument panel to indicate when a
specific door or the trunk is not
tightly closed.

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Protecting Adults and Teens

If you sit too close to the steering 3.Adjust the Seat-Backs

wheel or dashboard, you can be
seriously injured by an inflating front Sitting too close to a front
airbag, or by striking the steering airbag can result in serious
wheel or dashboard. injury or death if the front
airbags inflate.
The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration and Transport Always sit as far back from the
Canada recommend that drivers front airbags as possible.
allow at least 10 inches (25 cm)
between the center of the steering
wheel and the chest. In addition to On manual adjustable seats
adjusting the seat, you can adjust the Once a seat is adjusted correctly,
steering wheel up and down, and in rock it back and forth to make sure it
and out (see page 76 ). is locked in position. Adjust the driver’s seat-back to a
comfortable, upright position,
If you cannot get far enough away See page 92 for how to adjust a leaving ample space between your
from the steering wheel and still front seat (power adjustment) and chest and the airbag cover in the
reach the controls, we recommend page 93 for a manual adjustment. center of the steering wheel.
that you investigate whether some
type of adaptive equipment may help. Passengers with adjustable seat-
backs should also adjust their seat-
back to a comfortable, upright
position.

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Protecting Adults and Teens

4.Adjust the Head Restraints

Reclining the seat-back too far Improperly positioning head

can result in serious injury or restraints reduces their

Driver and Passenger Safety

death in a crash. effectiveness and you can be
seriously injured in a crash.
Adjust the seat-back to an
upright position, and sit well Make sure head restraints are
back in the seat. in place and positioned properly
before driving.

Reclining a seat-back so that the

shoulder part of the belt no longer Properly adjusted head restraints
rests against the occupant’s chest will help protect occupants from
reduces the protective capability of Adjust the driver’s head restraint so whiplash and other crash injuries.
the belt. It also increases the chance the center of the back of your head
of sliding under the belt in a crash rests against the center of the See page 96 for how to adjust the
and being seriously injured. The restraint. head restraints and how the driver’s
farther a seat-back is reclined, the and front passenger’s active head
greater the risk of injury. Have passengers adjust their head restraints work.
restraints properly as well. Taller
See page 93 for how to adjust the persons should adjust their restraint
manual adjustable seat-back, and as high as possible.
page 92 for the power adjustable
seat-back.

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Protecting Adults and Teens

5.Fasten and Position the Seat take the force of a crash and reduces Never place the shoulder portion of a
Belts the chance of internal injuries. lap/shoulder belt under your arm or
Insert the latch plate into the buckle, behind your back. This could cause
then tug on the belt to make sure the If necessary, pull up on the belt again very serious injuries in a crash.
belt is securely latched. Check that to remove any slack, then check that
the belt is not twisted, because a the belt rests across the center of If a seat belt does not seem to work
twisted belt can cause serious your chest and over your shoulder. properly, it may not protect the
injuries in a crash. occupant in a crash.
This spreads the force of a crash
over the strongest bones in your No one should sit in a seat with an
upper body. 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
Improperly positioning the seat soon as possible.
belts can cause serious injury
or death in a crash. See page 17 for additional
information about your seat belts
Make sure all seat belts are and how to take care of them.
properly positioned before
driving.
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.
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Protecting Adults and Teens

6.Maintain a Proper Sitting In addition, an occupant who is out of Advice for Pregnant Women
Position position in the front seat can be
After all occupants have adjusted seriously or fatally injured in a crash
their seats and head restraints, and by striking interior parts of the

Driver and Passenger Safety

put on their seat belts, it is very vehicle or being struck by an
important that they continue to sit inflating front airbag.
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 or out of
position can result in serious
Sitting improperly can increase the injury or death in a crash.
chance of injury during a crash. For
example, if an occupant slouches, Always sit upright, well back in
lies down, turns sideways, sits the seat, with your feet on the If you are pregnant, the best way to
forward, leans forward or sideways, floor. protect yourself and your unborn
or puts one or both feet up, the child when driving or riding in a
chance of injury during a crash is vehicle is to always wear a seat belt,
greatly increased. and keep the lap part of the belt as
low as possible across the hips.

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Protecting Adults and Teens

When driving, remember to sit Additional Safety Precautions operation of the airbags or be
upright and adjust the seat as far Two people should never use the propelled inside the vehicle and
back as possible while allowing full same seat belt. If they do, they hurt someone if the airbags inflate.
control of the vehicle. When riding could be very seriously injured in a
as a front passenger, adjust the seat crash. Keep your hands and arms away
as far back as possible. from the airbag covers. If your
Do not put any accessories on seat hands or arms are close to an
This will reduce the risk of injuries belts. Devices intended to improve airbag cover, they could be injured
to both you and your unborn child occupant comfort or reposition the if the airbag inflates.
that can be caused by a crash or an shoulder part of a seat belt can
inflating front airbag. reduce the protective capability of Do not attach hard objects on or
the seat belt and increase the near a door. If a side airbag or a
Each time you have a checkup, ask chance of serious injury in a crash. side curtain airbag inflates, a cup
your doctor if it’s okay for you to holder or other hard object
drive. Do not place hard or sharp objects attached on or near the door could
between yourself and a front be propelled inside the vehicle and
airbag. Carrying hard or sharp hurt someone.
objects on your lap, or driving with
a pipe or other sharp object in Do not cover or replace front seat-
your mouth, can result in injuries back covers without consulting
if your front airbag inflates. your dealer. Improperly replacing
or covering front seat-back covers
Do not attach or place objects on can prevent your side airbags from
the front airbag covers. Objects on inflating during a side impact.
the covers marked ‘‘SRS AIRBAG’’
could interfere with the proper

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Additional Information About Your Seat Belts

Seat Belt System Components the beeper stops, the indicator will If the indicator comes on or the
Your seat belt system includes lap/ stop flashing but remain on. beeper sounds when the driver’s seat
shoulder belts in all seating positions. belt is latched and there is no front
The front seat belts are also If a front passenger does not fasten seat passenger and no items on the

Driver and Passenger Safety

equipped with automatic seat belt their seat belt, the indicator will front seat, something may be
tensioners. come on about 6 seconds after the interfering with the monitoring
ignition switch is turned to the ON system. Look for and remove:
This system uses the same sensors (II) position.
as the front airbags to monitor Any items under the front
whether the front seat belts are If either the driver or a front passenger’s seat.
latched or unlatched, and how much passenger does not fasten their seat
weight is on the front passenger’s belt while driving, the beeper will Any object(s) hanging on the seat
seat (see pages 25 and 26 ). sound and the indicator will flash or in the seat-back pocket.
again at regular intervals.
The seat belt system Any object(s) touching the rear of
includes an indicator on the When no one is sitting in the front the seat-back.
instrument panel and a beeper to passenger’s seat, or a child or small
remind you and your passengers to adult is riding there, the indicator If no obstructions are found, have
fasten your seat belts. should not come on and the beeper your vehicle checked by a dealer.
should not sound.
This system monitors the front seat
belts. If you turn the ignition switch
to the ON (II) position before your
seat belt is fastened, the beeper will
sound and the indicator will flash. If
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Additional Information About Your Seat Belts

Lap/Shoulder Belt All seat belts have an emergency If the shoulder part of the belt is
The lap/shoulder belt goes over locking retractor. In normal driving, pulled all the way out, the lockable
your shoulder, across your chest, the retractor lets you move freely in retractor will activate. The belt will
and across your hips. your seat while it keeps some retract, but it will not allow the
tension on the belt. During a collision passenger to move freely.
To fasten the belt, insert the latch or sudden stop, the retractor
plate into the buckle, then tug on the automatically locks the belt to help To deactivate the lockable retractor,
belt to make sure the buckle is restrain your body. unlatch the buckle and let the seat
latched (see page 14 for how to belt fully retract. To refasten the
properly position the belt). The seat belts in all positions except seat belt, pull it out only as far as
the driver’s have a lockable retractor needed.
To unlock the belt, press the red that must be activated to secure a
PRESS button on the buckle. Guide child seat (see page 44 ).
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
door.

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Additional Information About Your Seat Belts

Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners The tensioners are designed to Seat Belt Maintenance
activate in any collision severe For safety, you should check the
enough to cause the front airbags to condition of your seat belts regularly.
deploy.

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Pull each belt out fully, and look for
If a side curtain airbag deploys frays, cuts, burns, and wear. Check
during a side impact, the tensioner that the latches work smoothly and
on that side of the vehicle will also the belts retract easily. If a belt does
activate. not retract easily, cleaning the belt
may correct the problem (see page
The tensioners can also be activated 324 ). Any belt that is not in good
during a collision in which the front condition or working properly will
airbags do not deploy. In this case, the not provide good protection and
airbags would not be needed, but the should be replaced as soon as
For added protection, the front seat extra tension in the seat belt could possible.
belts are equipped with automatic be helpful.
seat belt tensioners. When activated, Honda provides a limited warranty
the tensioners immediately tighten When the tensioners are activated, on seat belts. See your Honda
the belts to help hold the driver and the seat belts will remain tight until Warranty Information booklet for
a front passenger in position. they are unbuckled. details.

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Additional Information About Your Seat Belts

If a seat belt is worn during a crash,

it must be replaced by the dealer. A
belt that has been worn during a Not checking or maintaining
crash may not provide the same level seat belts can result in serious
of protection in a subsequent crash. injury or death if the seat belts
do not work properly when
The dealer should also inspect the needed.
anchors for damage and replace
them if needed. If the automatic seat Check your seat belts regularly
belt tensioners activate during a and have any problem
crash, they must be replaced. corrected as soon as possible.

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Additional Information About Your Airbags

Airbag System Components

(1) (9) (2) (14) (11)

(8) (5)

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(13) (16)
(8)

(4)
(1) Driver’s Front Airbag
(2) Passenger’s Front Airbag (7)
(3) Control Unit
(4) Automatic Front Seat Belt
Tensioners
(5) Side Airbags
(6) Driver’s Seat Position Sensor
(7) Front Passenger’s Weight Sensors (12)
(8) Front Impact Sensors (3)
(9) Passenger Airbag Off Indicator
(10) Side Impact Sensors (First)
(6) (15)
(11) Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) Sensors
(12) Front Passenger’s Weight Sensors Control Unit/
OPDS Sensors Control Unit (10) (7)
(13) SRS Indicator (4)
(14) Side Curtain Airbags (5) (16)
(15) Safing Sensor
(16) Side Impact Sensors (Second)

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Additional Information About Your Airbags

Your airbag system includes: Automatic front seat belt Weight sensors that monitor the
tensioners (see page 19 ). weight on the front passenger’s
Two SRS (supplemental restraint seat. If the weight is about 65 lbs
system) front airbags. The driver’s Sensors that can detect a (29 kg) or less (the weight of an
airbag is stored in the center of moderate to severe front impact or infant or small child), the
the steering wheel; the front side impact. passenger’s front airbag will be
passenger’s airbag is stored in the turned off (see page 26 ).
dashboard. Both are marked ‘‘SRS Sensors that can detect whether a
AIRBAG’’ (see page 23 ). child is in the passenger’s side A sophisticated electronic system
airbag path and signal the control that continually monitors and
Two side airbags, one for the unit to turn the airbag off (see records information about the
driver and one for a front page 28 ). sensors, the control unit, the
passenger. The airbags are stored airbag activators, the seat belt
in the outer edges of the seat- Sensors that can detect whether tensioners, and driver and front
backs. Both are marked ‘‘SIDE the driver’s seat belt and the front passenger seat belt use when the
AIRBAG’’ (see page 27 ). passenger’s seat belt are latched ignition switch is in the ON (II)
or unlatched (see page 17 ). position.
Two side curtain airbags, one for
each side of the vehicle. The A driver’s seat position sensor that An indicator on the instrument
airbags are stored in the ceiling, monitors the distance of the seat panel that alerts you to a possible
above the side windows. The front from the front airbag. If the seat is problem with your airbags,
and rear pillars are marked ‘‘SIDE too far forward, the airbag will sensors, or seat belt tensioners
CURTAIN AIRBAG’’ (see page inflate with less force (see page (see page 29 ).
28 ). 25 ).

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Additional Information About Your Airbags

An indicator on the instrument How Your Front Airbags Work During a frontal crash, your seat belt
panel that alerts you that the restrains your lower body and torso,
passenger’s side airbag has been and the front airbag helps protect
turned off (see page 30 ). your head and chest.

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An indicator on the dashboard that Although both airbags normally
alerts you that the passenger’s inflate within a split second of each
front airbag has been turned off other, it is possible for only one
(see page 30 ). airbag to deploy.

Emergency backup power in case This can happen if the severity of a

your vehicle’s electrical system is collision is at the margin, or
disconnected in a crash. threshold, that determines whether
or not the airbags will deploy. In
If you ever have a moderate to such cases, the seat belt will provide
severe frontal collision, sensors will sufficient protection, and the
detect the vehicle’s rapid supplemental protection offered by
deceleration. the airbag would be minimal.

If the rate of deceleration is high Only the driver’s airbag can deploy if
enough, the control unit will inflate there is no passenger in the front
the driver’s and front passenger’s seat, or if the advanced airbag
airbags, at the time and with the system has turned the passenger’s
force needed. airbag off (see page 26 ).

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Additional Information About Your Airbags

After a crash, you may see what Dual-Stage Airbags

looks like smoke. This is actually Your front airbags are dual-stage
powder from the airbag’s surface. airbags. This means they have two
Although the powder is not harmful, inflation stages that can be ignited
people with respiratory problems sequentially or simultaneously,
may experience some temporary depending on crash severity.
discomfort. If this occurs, get out of
the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do In a more severe crash, both stages
so. will ignite simultaneously to provide
the quickest and greatest protection.

In a less severe crash, one stage will

ignite first, then the second stage
will ignite a split second later. This
After inflating, the front airbags provides longer airbag inflation time
immediately deflate, so they won’t with a little less force.
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 the airbags deployed until
they see them lying in their laps.

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Additional Information About Your Airbags

Dual-Threshold Airbags Advanced Airbags

Your front airbags are also dual- Your front airbags are also advanced
threshold airbags. Airbags with this airbags. The main purpose of this
feature have two deployment feature is to help prevent airbag-

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thresholds that depend on whether caused injuries to short drivers and
sensors detect the occupant is children or small-statured adults who
wearing a seat belt or not. ride in front.
DRIVER’S
If the occupant’s belt is not latched, For both advanced airbags to work SEAT
the airbag will deploy at a slightly properly: POSITION
lower threshold, because the SENSOR
occupant would need extra Occupants must sit upright and
protection. wear their seat belts properly.
The driver’s advanced front airbag
If the occupant’s belt is latched, the Do not spill any liquids on or system includes a seat position
airbag will inflate at a slightly higher under the seats, cover the sensors, sensor under the seat. If the seat is
threshold, when the airbag would be or put any objects or metal items too far forward, the airbag will
needed to supplement the protection under the front seats. inflate with less force, regardless of
provided by the seat belt. the severity of the impact.
Failure to follow these instructions
could damage the sensors or prevent If there is a problem with the sensor,
them from working properly. the SRS indicator will come on, and
the airbag will inflate in the normal
manner regardless of the driver’s
seating position.
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Additional Information About Your Airbags

Be aware that objects placed on the To ensure that the passenger’s

passenger’s seat can also cause the advanced front airbag system will
airbag to be turned off. work properly, do not do anything
that would increase or decrease the
When the passenger airbag gets weight on the front passenger’s seat.
turned off by the weight sensors, a This includes:
‘‘passenger airbag off’’ indicator in
the center of the dashboard comes A rear passenger pushing or
PASSENGER’S on (see page 30 ). pulling on the back of the front
SEAT WEIGHT passenger’s seat.
SENSOR If the weight sensors detect there is
no passenger in the front seat, the Moving the front seat or seat-back
airbag is automatically turned off. forcibly back against cargo on the
The passenger’s advanced front However, the passenger airbag off seat or floor behind it.
airbag system has weight sensors indicator in this situation will not
under the seat. Although Honda come on. Hanging heavy items on the front
does not encourage carrying an passenger seat, or placing heavy
infant or small child in front, if the items in the seat-back pocket.
sensors detect the weight of an
infant or small child (up to about 65 Moving the front seat or seat-back
lbs or 29 kg), the system will forcibly back against the folded
automatically turn the passenger’s rear seat.
front airbag off.

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Additional Information About Your Airbags

Back seat passengers should not How Your Side Airbags Work Only one airbag will deploy during a
wedge objects or intentionally side impact. If the impact is on the
force their feet under the front passenger’s side, the passenger’s
passenger seat. side airbag will deploy even if there

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is no passenger.
Also, make sure the floor mat
behind the front passenger’s seat To get the best protection from the
is hooked to the floor mat anchor side airbags, front seat occupants
(see page 325 ). If it is not, the mat should wear their seat belts and sit
may interfere with the proper upright and well back in their seats.
operation of the sensors and
operation of the seat.

If you ever have a moderate to

severe side impact, sensors will
detect rapid acceleration and signal
the control unit to instantly inflate
either the driver’s or the passenger’s
side airbag.

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Additional Information About Your Airbags

Side Airbag Cutoff System If the side airbag off indicator comes How Your Side Curtain Airbags
Your vehicle has a side airbag cutoff on (see page 30 ), have the Work
system designed primarily to protect passenger sit upright. Once the
a child riding in the front passenger’s passenger is out of the airbag’s
seat. deployment path, the system will
turn the airbag back on, and the
Although Honda does not encourage indicator will go out.
children to ride in front, if the
position sensors detect a child has There will be some delay between
leaned into the side airbag’s the moment the passenger moves
deployment path, the airbag will shut into or out of the airbag deployment
off. path and when the indicator comes
on or goes off.
The side airbag may also shut off if a SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG
short adult leans sideways, or a A front seat passenger should not
larger adult slouches and leans use a cushion or another object as a In a moderate to severe side impact,
sideways into the airbag’s backrest. It may prevent the cutoff sensors will detect rapid acceleration
deployment path. system from working properly. and signal the control unit to
instantly inflate the side curtain
Objects placed on the front airbag and activate the seat belt
passenger seat can also cause the tensioner on the driver’s or the
side airbag to be shut off. passenger’s side of the vehicle.

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Additional Information About Your Airbags

If the impact is on the passenger’s How the SRS Indicator If you see any of these indications,
side, the passenger’s side curtain Works the airbags and seat belt tensioners
airbag will inflate even if there are no The SRS indicator alerts you to a may not work properly when you
occupants on that side of the vehicle. potential problem with your airbags need them.

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or seat belt tensioners.
One or both side curtain airbags may
inflate in a moderate to severe When you turn the ignition switch to
frontal collision which causes the the ON (II) position, this indicator Ignoring the SRS indicator can
front airbags to deploy. comes on briefly then goes off. This result in serious injury or death
tells you the system is working if the airbag systems or
To get the best protection from the properly. tensioners do not work properly.
side curtain airbags, occupants
should wear their seat belts and sit If the indicator comes on at any Have your vehicle checked by a
upright and well back in their seats. other time, or does not come on at all, dealer as soon as possible if
you should have the system checked the SRS indicator alerts you to
by your dealer. For example: a possible problem.

If the SRS indicator does not come

on after you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position.

If the indicator stays on after the

engine starts.

If the indicator comes on or

flashes on and off while you drive.

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Additional Information About Your Airbags

U.S. CanadaHow the Side How the Passenger Airbag Off Be aware that objects placed on the
Airbag Off Indicator Works front seat can cause the indicator to
Indicator Works come on.
This indicator alerts you that the
passenger’s side airbag has been If no weight is detected on the front
automatically shut off. It does not seat, the airbag will be automatically
mean there is a problem with your shut off. However, the indicator will
side airbags. not come on.
U.S. Canada
When you turn the ignition switch to The passenger airbag off indicator
the ON (II) position, the indicator may come on and off repeatedly if
should come on briefly and then go the total weight on the seat is near
off (see page 57 ). If it doesn’t come the airbag cutoff threshold.
on, stays on, or comes on while PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR
driving without a passenger in the If an adult or teenage passenger is
front seat, have the system checked. This indicator alerts you that the riding in front, move the seat as far
passenger’s front airbag has been to the rear as possible, and have the
shut off because weight sensors passenger sit upright and wear the
detect about 65 lbs (29 kg) or less seat belt properly.
(the weight of an infant or small
child) on the front passenger’s seat.
It does not mean there is a problem
with the airbag.

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Additional Information About Your Airbags

If the indicator comes on with no Airbag Service The SRS indicator alerts you to a
front seat passenger and no objects Your airbag systems are virtually problem. Take your vehicle to an
on the seat, or with an adult riding maintenance free, and there are no authorized dealer as soon as
there, something may be interfering parts you can safely service. possible. If you ignore this

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with the weight sensors. Look for However, you must have your indication, your airbags may not
and remove: vehicle serviced if: operate properly.

Any items under the front An airbag ever inflates. Any airbag If your vehicle has a moderate to
passenger’s seat. that has deployed must be severe impact. Even if your
replaced along with the control airbags do not inflate, your dealer
Any object hanging on the seat or unit and other related parts. Any should inspect the driver’s seat
in the seat-back pocket. seat belt tensioner that activates position sensor, the front
must also be replaced. passenger’s weight sensors, the
Any object(s) touching the rear of front seat belt tensioners, and all
the seat-back. Do not try to remove or replace seat belts and their anchors worn
any airbag by yourself. This must during a crash to make sure they
If no obstructions are found, have be done by an authorized dealer or are operating properly.
your vehicle checked by a dealer as a knowledgeable body shop.
soon as possible.

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Additional Safety Precautions Do not expose the front passenger’s

Do not attempt to deactivate your seat-back to liquid. If water or
airbags. Together, airbags and another liquid soaks into a seat-
seat belts provide the best back, it can prevent the side airbag
protection. cutoff system from working
properly.
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 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.

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Protecting Children − General Guidelines

All Children Must Be Restrained

Each year, many children are injured
or killed in vehicle crashes because Children who are unrestrained
they are either unrestrained or not or improperly restrained can be

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properly restrained. In fact, vehicle seriously injured or killed in a
accidents are the number one cause crash.
of death of children age 12 and
under. Any child too small for a seat
belt should be properly
To reduce the number of child restrained in a child seat. A
deaths and injuries, every state, larger child should be properly
Canadian province and territory restrained with a seat belt and
requires that infants and children be use a booster seat if necessary.
Children depend on adults to protect properly restrained when they ride in
them. However, despite their best a vehicle.
intentions, many adults do not know Larger children must be restrained
how to properly protect child Infants and small children must be with a lap/shoulder belt and ride on
passengers. restrained in an approved child seat a booster seat until the seat belt fits
that is properly secured to the them properly (see pages 47 − 50 ).
If you have children, or ever need to vehicle (see pages 38 − 46 ).
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.

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All Children Should Sit in a Back The Passenger’s Front Airbag Small Children
Seat Can Pose Serious Risks Placing a forward-facing child seat in
According to accident statistics, Front airbags have been designed to the front seat of a vehicle equipped
children of all ages and sizes are help protect adults in a moderate to with a passenger’s front airbag can
safer when they are restrained in a severe frontal collision. To do this, be hazardous. If the vehicle seat is
back seat. the passenger’s front airbag is quite too far forward, or the child’s head is
large, and it can inflate with enough thrown forward during a collision, an
The National Highway Traffic Safety force to cause very serious injuries. inflating front airbag can strike the
Administration and Transport child with enough force to kill or
Canada recommend that all children Even though your vehicle has an very seriously injure a small child.
age 12 and under be properly advanced front airbag system that
restrained in a back seat. Some automatically turns the passenger’s Larger Children
states have laws restricting where front airbag off under certain Children who have outgrown child
children may ride. circumstances (see page 30 ), please seats are also at risk of being injured
follow these guidelines: or killed by an inflating passenger’s
Children who ride in back are less front airbag. Whenever possible,
likely to be injured by striking Infants larger children should sit in the back
interior vehicle parts during a Never put a rear-facing child seat in seat, on a booster seat if needed, and
collision or hard braking. Also, the front seat of a vehicle equipped be properly restrained with a seat
children cannot be injured by an with a passenger’s front airbag. If belt (see page 47 for important
inflating front airbag when they ride the airbag inflates, it can hit the back information about protecting larger
in the back. of the child seat with enough force children).
to kill or very seriously injure an
infant.

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Protecting Children − General Guidelines

To remind you of the passenger’s U.S. Models

front airbag hazards, and that SUN VISORS DASHBOARD
children must be properly restrained
in a back seat, your vehicle has

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warning labels on the dashboard
(U.S. models) and on the front visors.
Please read and follow the
instructions on these labels.

Canadian Models
SUN VISORS

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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.

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 47 ). attention to a child distracts the
driver from the important tasks of
Move the vehicle seat as far to the driving, placing both of you at risk.
rear as possible (see pages
92 and 93 ).

Have the child sit upright and well

back in the seat (see page 15 ).

Make sure the seat belt is properly

positioned and secured (see page
14 ).

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Protecting Children − General Guidelines

Additional Safety Precautions Make sure any unused seat belt Lock both doors and the trunk
Never hold an infant or child on that a child can reach is buckled, when your vehicle is not in use.
your lap. If you are not wearing a the lockable retractor is activated, Children who play in vehicles can
seat belt in a crash, you could be and the belt is fully retracted and accidentally get trapped inside.

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thrown forward and crush the locked. If a child wraps a loose Teach your children not to play in
child against the dashboard or a seat belt around their neck, they or around vehicles. Know how to
seat-back. If you are wearing a can be seriously or fatally injured. operate the emergency trunk
seat belt, the child can be torn (See pages 44 and 45 for how to opener and decide if your children
from your arms and be seriously activate and deactivate the should be shown how to use this
hurt or killed. lockable retractor.) feature (see page 91 ).

Never put a seat belt over yourself Do not leave children alone in a Keep vehicle keys/remote
and a child. During a crash, the vehicle. Leaving children without transmitters out of the reach of
belt could press deep into the child adult supervision is illegal in most children. Even very young
and cause serious or fatal injuries. states, Canadian provinces and children learn how to unlock
territories, and can be very vehicle doors, turn on the ignition
Never let two children use the hazardous. switch, and open the trunk, which
same seat belt. If they do, they can lead to accidental injury or
could be very seriously injured in a For example, infants and small death.
crash. 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.

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Protecting Infants and Small Children

Protecting Infants Two types of seats may be used: a moving their seat as far back as
seat designed exclusively for infants, recommended, or from locking their
or a convertible seat used in the rear- seat-back in the desired position.
facing, reclining mode.
It can also interfere with proper
Do not put a rear-facing child seat in operation of the passenger’s
a forward-facing position. If placed advanced front airbag system.
facing forward, an infant could be
very seriously injured during a In any of these situations, we
frontal collision. strongly recommend that you install
the child seat directly behind the
Rear-facing Child Seat Placement front passenger’s seat, move the seat
A rear-facing child seat can be placed as far forward as needed, and leave it
in any seating position in the back unoccupied. Or, you may wish to get
Child Seat Type seat, but not in the front. Never put a a smaller rear-facing child seat.
An infant must be properly rear-facing child seat in the front
restrained in a rear-facing, reclining seat.
child seat until the child reaches the
seat maker’s weight or height limit If the passenger’s front airbag Placing a rear-facing child seat
for the seat, and the child is at least inflates, it can hit the back of the in the front seat can result in
one year old. child seat with enough force to kill or serious injury or death during a
seriously injure an infant. collision.
Only a rear-facing child seat provides
proper support for a baby’s head, When properly installed, a rear- Always place a rear-facing child
neck, and back. facing child seat may prevent the seat in the back seat, not the
driver or a front passenger from front.

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Protecting Infants and Small Children

Protecting Small Children and weight are appropriate for a Child Seat Placement
rear-facing seat. We strongly recommend placing a
forward-facing child seat in a back
Of the different seats available, we seat, not the front.

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recommend those that have a five-
point harness system as shown. Placing a forward-facing child seat in
the front seat of a vehicle equipped
We also recommend that a small with a passenger’s airbag can be
child use the child seat until the child hazardous. If the vehicle seat is too
reaches the weight or height limit far forward, or the child’s head is
for the seat. thrown forward during a collision, an
inflating airbag can strike the child
with enough force to cause very
serious or fatal injuries.
Child Seat Type
Many states, Canadian provinces and Even with advanced front airbags
territories allow a child one year of that automatically turn the
age or older who also meets the passenger’s front airbag off (see
minimum size and weight page 25 ), a back seat is the safest
requirements to transition from a place for a small child.
rear-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
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Protecting Infants and Small Children, Selecting a Child Seat

If it is necessary to put a forward- Selecting a Child Seat In seating positions and vehicles not
facing child seat in the front, move When buying a child seat, you need equipped with LATCH, a LATCH-
the vehicle seat as far to the rear as to choose either a conventional child compatible child seat can be installed
possible, and be sure the child seat is seat, or one designed for use with using a seat belt.
firmly secured to the vehicle and the the Lower Anchors and Tethers for
child is properly strapped in the seat. CHildren (LATCH) system. Whatever type of seat you choose, to
provide proper protection, a child
Conventional child seats must be seat should meet three
secured to a vehicle with a seat belt, requirements:
Placing a forward-facing child whereas LATCH-compatible seats
seat in the front seat can result are secured by attaching the seat to 1. The child seat should meet
in serious injury or death if the hardware built into the two outer Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
front airbag inflates. seating positions in the back seat. Standard 213 or Canadian Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard 213.
If you must place a forward- Since LATCH-compatible child seats Look for FMVSS 213 or CMVSS
facing child seat in front, move are easier to install and reduce the 213 on the box.
the vehicle seat as far back as possibility of improper installation,
possible, and properly restrain we recommend selecting this style. 2. The child seat should be of the
the child. proper type and size to fit the child.
Rear-facing for infants, forward-
facing for small children.

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Selecting a Child Seat, Installing a Child Seat

3. The child seat should fit the Installing a Child Seat movement can be expected and
vehicle seating position (or After selecting a proper child seat should not reduce the child seat’s
positions) where it will be used. and a good place to install the seat, effectiveness.
there are three main steps in

Driver and Passenger Safety

Before purchasing a conventional installing the seat: If the child seat is not secure, try
child seat, or using a previously installing it in a different seating
purchased one, we recommend that 1. Properly secure the child seat to position, or use a different style of
you test the seat in the specific the vehicle. All child seats must be child seat that can be firmly secured.
vehicle seating position or positions secured to the vehicle with the lap
where the seat will be used. part of a lap/shoulder belt or with 3. Secure the child in the child seat.
the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Make sure the child is properly
Tethers for CHildren) system. A strapped in the child seat
child whose seat is not properly according to the child seat maker’s
secured to the vehicle can be instructions. A child who is not
endangered in a crash. properly secured in a child seat
can be seriously injured in a crash.
2. Make sure the child seat is firmly
secured. After installing a child The following pages provide
seat, push and pull the seat guidelines on how to properly install
forward and from side-to-side to a child seat. A forward-facing child
verify that it is secure. seat is used in all examples, but the
instructions are the same for a rear-
A child seat secured with a seat belt facing child seat.
should be installed as firmly as
possible. However, it does not need
to be ‘‘rock solid.’’ Some side-to-side

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Installing a Child Seat

Installing a Child Seat with BUTTON

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. LOWER ANCHORS Rigid type

The location of each lower anchor is To install a LATCH-compatible child 3. Place the child seat on the vehicle
indicated by a small button above the seat: seat, then attach the seat to the
anchor point. lower anchors according to the
1. Move the seat belt buckle or child seat maker’s instructions.
tongue away from the lower
anchors. Some LATCH-compatible seats
have a rigid-type connector as
2. Make sure there are no objects shown above.
near the anchors that could
prevent a secure connection
between the child seat and the
anchors.

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TETHER STRAP
7. Push and pull the child seat
HOOK forward and from side-to-side to
verify that it is secure.

Driver and Passenger Safety

Flexible type ANCHOR

Other LATCH-compatible seats 5. Lift the head restraint (see page

have a flexible-type connector as 96 ), then route the tether strap
shown above. through the legs of the head
restraint and over the seat-back,
4. Whatever type you have, follow making sure the strap is not
the child seat maker’s instructions twisted.
for adjusting or tightening the fit.
6. Attach the tether strap hook to the
tether anchor, then tighten the
strap as instructed by the child
seat maker.

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Installing a Child Seat

Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/

Shoulder Belt
When not using the LATCH system,
all child seats must be secured to the
vehicle with the lap part of a lap/
shoulder belt.

In addition, the lap/shoulder belts in

all seating positions except the
driver’s have a lockable retractor
that must be activated to secure a
child seat.

1. With the child seat in the desired 2. To activate the lockable retractor,
seating position, route the belt slowly pull the shoulder part of the
through the child seat according belt all the way out until it stops,
to the seat maker’s instructions, then let the belt feed back into the
then insert the latch plate into the retractor.
buckle and remove any slack from
the lap portion of the belt. 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.

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Installing a Child Seat

To deactivate the lockable retractor

and remove a child seat, unlatch the
buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let
the belt fully retract.

Driver and Passenger Safety

4. After confirming that the belt is 5. Push and pull the child seat
locked, grab the shoulder part of forward and from side-to-side to
the belt near the buckle, and pull verify that it is secure enough to
up to remove any slack from the stay upright during normal driving
lap part of the belt. Remember, if maneuvers. If the child seat is not
the lap part of the belt is not tight, secure, unlatch the belt, allow it to
the child seat will not be secure. retract fully, then repeat these
steps.
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.

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Installing a Child Seat

Installing a Child Seat with a Using an Anchor

Tether
TETHER STRAP TETHER STRAP
HOOK HOOK

Outer Position ANCHOR Center Position ANCHOR

TETHER ANCHORAGE POINTS
1. After properly securing the child 3. Tighten the strap according to the
A child seat with a tether can be seat (see page 44 ), lift the head seat maker’s instructions.
installed in any seating position in restraint, then route the tether
the back seat, using one of the strap over the seat-back and
anchorage points shown above. through the head restraint legs.

Since a tether can provide additional 2. Lift the cover, then attach the
security to the lap/shoulder belt tether strap hook to the anchor,
installation, we recommend using a making sure the strap is not
tether whenever one is required or twisted.
available.

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Protecting Larger Children

When a child reaches the Checking Seat Belt Fit

recommended weight or height limit
for a forward-facing child seat, the Allowing a child age 12 or under
child should sit in a back seat on a to sit in front can result in injury

Driver and Passenger Safety

booster seat and wear the lap/ or death if the passenger’s front
shoulder belt. airbag inflates.

The following pages give If a child must ride in front,

instructions on how to check proper move the vehicle seat as far
seat belt fit, what kind of booster back as possible, use a booster
seat to use if one is needed, and seat if needed, have the child
important precautions for a child sit up properly and wear the
who must sit in front. seat belt properly.

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

comfortably over the edge of the
seat?
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Protecting Larger Children

3. Does the shoulder belt cross Using a Booster Seat Some states, Canadian provinces and
between the child’s neck and arm? territories also require children to
use a booster seat until they reach a
4. Is the lap part of the belt as low as given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or
possible, touching the child’s 60 lbs). Be sure to check current
thighs? laws in the states, provinces or
territories where you intend to drive.
5. Will the child be able to stay
seated like this for the whole trip? Booster seats can be high-back or
low-back. Whichever style you select,
If you answer yes to all these make sure the booster seat meets
questions, the child is ready to wear federal safety standards (see page
the lap/shoulder belt correctly. If 40 ) and that you follow the booster
you answer no to any question, the seat maker’s instructions.
child needs to ride on 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.

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Protecting Larger Children

If a child who uses a booster seat When Can a Larger Child Sit in Of course, children vary widely. And
must ride in front, move the vehicle Front while age may be one indicator of
seat as far back as possible and be The National Highway Traffic Safety when a child can safely ride in front,
sure the child is wearing the seat Administration and Transport there are other important factors you

Driver and Passenger Safety

belt properly. Canada recommend that all children should consider.
aged 12 and under be properly
A child may continue using a booster restrained in a back seat. Physical Size
seat until the tops of their ears are Physically, a child must be large
even with the top of the vehicle’s or If the passenger’s front airbag enough for the lap/shoulder belt to
booster’s seat-back. A child of this inflates in a moderate to severe properly fit (see pages 14 and 47 ). If
height should be tall enough to use frontal collision, the airbag can cause the seat belt does not fit properly,
the lap/shoulder belt without a serious injuries to a child who is with or without the child sitting on a
booster seat. unrestrained, improperly restrained, booster seat, the child should not sit
sitting too close to the airbag, or out in front.
of position.
Maturity
A side airbag also poses risks. If any To safely ride in front, a child must
part of a larger child’s body is in the be able to follow the rules, including
path of a deploying side airbag, the sitting properly, and wearing the seat
child could receive possibly serious belt properly throughout a ride.
injuries.

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Protecting Larger Children

If you decide that a child can safely Additional Safety Precautions Do not put any accessories on a
ride up front, be sure to: Do not let a child wear a seat belt seat belt. Devices intended to
across the neck. This could result improve a child’s comfort or
Carefully read the owner’s manual, in serious neck injuries during a reposition the shoulder part of a
and make sure you understand all crash. seat belt can make the belt less
seat belt instructions and all safety effective and increase the chance
information. Do not let a child put the shoulder of serious injury in a crash.
part of a seat belt behind the back
Move the vehicle seat to the rear- or under the arm. This could
most position. cause very serious injuries during
a crash. It also increases the
Have the child sit up straight, back chance that the child will slide
against the seat, and feet on or under the belt in a crash and be
near the floor. injured.

Check that the child’s seat belt is Two children should never use the
properly and securely positioned. same seat belt. If they do, they
could be very seriously injured in a
Supervise the child. Even mature crash.
children sometimes need to be
reminded to fasten the seat belts
or sit properly.

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Carbon Monoxide Hazard

Your vehicle’s exhaust contains With the trunk open, airflow can pull
carbon monoxide gas. Carbon exhaust gas into your vehicle’s
monoxide should not enter the Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. interior and create a hazardous
vehicle in normal driving if you Breathing it can cause condition. If you must drive with the

Driver and Passenger Safety

maintain your vehicle properly and unconsciousness and even kill trunk open, open all the windows and
follow the information on this page. you. set the heating and cooling system/
climate control system as shown
Have the exhaust system inspected Avoid any enclosed areas or below.
for leaks whenever: activities that expose you to
carbon monoxide. If you must sit in your parked vehicle
The vehicle is raised for an oil with the engine running, even in an
change. unconfined area, adjust the heating
High levels of carbon monoxide can and cooling system/climate control
You notice a change in the sound collect rapidly in enclosed areas, system as follows:
of the exhaust. such as a garage. Do not run the
engine with the garage door closed. 1. Select the fresh air mode.
The vehicle was in a collision that Even with the door open, run the 2. Select the mode.
may have damaged the underside. engine only long enough to move the 3. Turn the fan on high speed.
vehicle out of the garage. 4. Set the temperature control to a
comfortable setting.

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Safety Labels

These labels are in the locations SUN VISORS

shown. They warn you of potential U.S. models Canadian models
hazards that could cause serious
injury or death. Read these labels
carefully.

If a label comes off or becomes hard

to read (except for the U.S.
dashboard label which may be
removed by the owner), contact your
dealer for a replacement. DOORJAMBS
DASHBOARD U.S. models Canadian models
U.S. models only

RADIATOR CAP

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 Instruments and Controls

This section gives information about Outside Temperature Driver’s Seat Manual Height
the controls and displays that Indicator .................................... 66 Adjustment ............................... 94
contribute to the daily operation of Check Fuel Cap Message ........... 67 Armrest ......................................... 94
your vehicle. All the essential Maintenance Minder ................... 67 Rear Seat Access ......................... 94
controls are within easy reach. Controls Near the Steering Head Restraints ........................... 96
Wheel ............................................ 68 Folding Rear Seat ........................ 99

Instruments and Controls

Windshield Wipers and Washers .. 69 Seat Heaters ................................... 101
Turn Signals and Headlights .......... 70 Mirrors ............................................ 102
Fog Lights......................................... 73 Power Windows ............................. 104
Instrument Panel Brightness ......... 73 Moonroof ........................................ 108
Hazard Warning Button .................. 74 Parking Brake ................................ 110
Rear Window Defogger .................. 75 Interior Convenience Items .......... 111
Steering Wheel Adjustments ......... 76 Glove Box ................................... 112
Keys and Locks ................................ 77 Beverage Holders ...................... 112
Immobilizer System......................... 78 Console Compartment .............. 113
Ignition Switch ................................. 79 Accessory Power Sockets......... 114
Door Locks ....................................... 80 Sun Visor .................................... 115
Control Locations ............................ 54 Auto Door Locking/Unlocking.. 81 Vanity Mirror ............................. 115
Instrument Panel ............................. 55 Remote Transmitter ........................ 87 Sunglasses Holder ..................... 115
Instrument Panel Indicators ........... 56 Trunk................................................. 90 Coat Hook ................................... 116
Gauges .............................................. 63 Emergency Trunk Opener ......... 91 Center Pocket ............................ 116
Information Display..................... 64 Seats .................................................. 92 Interior Lights ................................ 117
Odometer ...................................... 64 Driver’s Seat Power Ceiling Light ............................... 117
Trip Meter .................................... 65 Adjustments ............................. 92 Spotlights .................................... 118
Fuel Gauge ................................... 65 Front Seat Manual Courtesy Lights ......................... 119
Temperature Gauge .................... 65 Adjustments ............................. 93

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Control Locations

MOONROOF SWITCH＊ HOMELINK BUTTONS＊

(P.108) (P.213) CLOCK (P.201)
INSTRUMENT PANEL
INDICATORS (P.55) COMPASS＊ (P.206)
GAUGES (P.63)

MIRROR CONTROLS HEATING/COOLING

(P.102) CONTROLS
(P.122)
POWER DOOR LOCK CLIMATE CONTROL
MASTER SWITCH SYSTEM
(P.80) (P.127)

POWER WINDOW AUDIO SYSTEM

SWITCHES (P.135)
(P.104)
HOOD RELEASE
HANDLE MANUAL
(P.246) TRANSMISSION
(P.264)
TRUNK RELEASE AUTOMATIC
LEVER (P.90) TRANSMISSION
FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P.267)
LEVER (P.243)
ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS AUXILIARY INPUT JACK
(P.114) (P.199)
U.S. EX-L V6 model without navigation system (A/T) is shown.

＊: If equipped
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Instrument Panel

MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR (P.61) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.60)

SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.61) DOOR AND TRUNK OPEN INDICATOR (P.61)

VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR (P.60)

ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P.62) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM

Instruments and Controls

VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) INDICATOR (P.57, 357)
SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.62) LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.60)
FOG LIGHT INDICATOR＊
(P.62)
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM CRUISE MAIN
INDICATOR (P.58) INDICATOR
(P.62)
LOW TIRE
PRESSURE CRUISE CONTROL
INDICATOR (P.59) INDICATOR
(P.62)
TIRE PRESSURE
MONITORING LOW FUEL
SYSTEM (TPMS) INDICATOR (P.60)
INDICATOR (P.59)
SIDE AIRBAG OFF ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.356) INDICATOR (P.57) (ABS) INDICATOR (P.58)
LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.56, 355) SEAT BELT REMINDER SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM
INDICATOR (P.56) INDICATOR (P.57)
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.56, 355)
FUEL ECONOMY INDICATOR＊ (P.59)
U.S. model with automatic transmission is shown.

The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.
＊ : If equipped
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Instrument Panel Indicators

The instrument panel has many If your front passenger does not Malfunction Indicator
indicators to give you important fasten their seat belt, the indicator Lamp
information about your vehicle. comes on about 6 seconds after the See page 356 .
ignition switch is turned to the ON
Seat Belt Reminder (II) position. Low Oil Pressure
Indicator Indicator
This indicator comes on when you If either of you do not fasten your The engine can be severely damaged
turn the ignition switch to the ON seat belt while driving, the beeper if this indicator flashes or stays on
(II) position. It reminds you and your will sound and the indicator will flash when the engine is running. For
passengers to fasten your seat belts. again at regular intervals. For more more information, see page 355 .
A beeper also sounds if you have not information, see page 17 .
fastened your seat belt. Charging System
Indicator
If you turn the ignition switch to the If this indicator comes on when the
ON (II) position before fastening engine is running, the battery is not
your seat belt, the beeper sounds being charged. For more information,
and the indicator flashes. If you do see page 355 .
not fasten your seat belt before the
beeper stops, the indicator stops
flashing but remains on.

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Instrument Panel Indicators

U.S. Parking Brake and

Canada Supplemental Restraint U.S. Canada
Brake System System Indicator Side Airbag Off
Indicator This indicator comes on briefly when Indicator
This indicator has two functions: you turn the ignition switch to the This indicator comes on briefly when
ON (II) position. If it comes on at you turn the ignition switch to the
1. It comes on when you turn the any other time, it indicates a ON (II) position. If it comes on at

Instruments and Controls

ignition switch to the ON (II) potential problem with your front any other time, it indicates that the
position. It is a reminder to check airbags. This indicator will also alert passenger’s side airbag has
the parking brake. A beeper you to a potential problem with your automatically shut off. For more
sounds if you drive with the side airbags, passenger’s side airbag information, see page 30 .
parking brake not fully released. cutoff system, side curtain airbags,
Driving with the parking brake not automatic seat belt tensioners,
fully released can damage the driver’s seat position sensor, or the
brakes and tires. front passenger’s weight sensors.
For more information, see page 29 .
2. If it stays on after you have fully
released the parking brake while
the engine is running, or if it
comes on while driving, there
could be a problem with the brake
system. For more information, see
page 357 .

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Instrument Panel Indicators

Anti-lock Brake System Immobilizer System Turn Signal and

(ABS) Indicator Indicator Hazard Warning
This indicator normally comes on for This indicator comes on briefly when Indicators
a few seconds when you turn the you turn the ignition switch to the The left or right turn signal indicator
ignition switch to the ON (II) ON (II) position. It will then go off if blinks when you signal a lane change
position. If it comes on at any other you have inserted a properly coded or turn. If an indicator does not blink
time, there is a problem with the ignition key. If it is not a properly or blinks rapidly, it usually means
ABS. If this happens, have your coded key, the indicator will blink, one of the turn signal bulbs is
vehicle checked at a dealer. With and the engine’s fuel system will be burned out (see pages 318 and 320 ).
this indicator on, your vehicle still disabled (see page 78 ). Replace the bulb as soon as possible,
has normal braking ability but no since other drivers cannot see that
anti-lock function. For more you are signaling.
information, see page 274 .
When you press the hazard warning
button, both turn signal indicators
and all turn signals on the outside of
the vehicle flash.

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Instrument Panel Indicators

Low Tire Pressure Tire Pressure Monitoring Fuel Economy Indicator

Indicator System (TPMS) Indicator
This indicator normally comes on for This indicator normally comes on for V6 models with automatic transmission
a few seconds when you turn the a few seconds when you turn the While the engine is operating in its
ignition switch to the ON (II) ignition switch to the ON (II) most economical range, this
position. If it comes on while driving, position. indicator may come on and stay on.

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it indicates that one or more of your
vehicle’s tires are significantly low If this indicator comes on and stays
on pressure. on at any other time, or if it does not
come on when you turn the ignition
If this happens, pull to the side of the switch to the ON (II) position, there
road when it is safe, check which tire is a problem with the TPMS. With
has lost the pressure, and determine this indicator on, the low tire
the cause. If it is because of a flat tire, pressure indicator will not come on
replace the flat tire with the compact when a tire loses pressure. Take the
spare (see page 343 ), and have the vehicle to your dealer to have the
flat tire repaired as soon as possible. system checked.
If two or more tires are underinflated,
call a professional towing service
(see page 365 ). For more
information, see page 278 .

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Instrument Panel Indicators

Daytime Running Lights Lights On Indicator Low Fuel Indicator

Indicator
If this indicator comes on when you This indicator reminds you that the This indicator comes on as a
turn the ignition switch to the ON exterior lights are on. It comes on reminder that you must refuel soon.
(II) position and release the parking when the light switch is in either the When the indicator comes on, there
brake, it means there is a problem or position. If you turn the are about 2.8 U.S. gal (10.5 ) of fuel
with the DRL. There may also be a ignition switch to the ACCESSORY remaining in the tank.
problem with the high beam (I) or LOCK (0) position without
headlights. Have your vehicle turning off the light switch, this When the needle reaches E, there is
checked by your dealer. indicator will stay on. A reminder a very small amount of fuel in the
chime will also sound when you open tank.
High Beam Indicator the driver’s door.

This indicator comes on with the EX-L and all V6 models

high beam headlights. For more This indicator will also come on
information, see page 70 . when the light switch is in AUTO
and the lights turn on automatically.
This indicator also comes on with
reduced brightness when the Washer Level Indicator
daytime running lights (DRL) are on
(see page 72 ). Canadian models only
This indicator comes on when the
washer fluid level is low. Add washer
fluid when you see this indicator
(see page 306 ).

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Instrument Panel Indicators

Maintenance Minder Door and Trunk Open Indicator Security System Indicator
Indicator
This indicator comes on for a few SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
DRIVER’S
seconds when you turn the ignition DOOR OPEN
switch to the ON (II) position. It INDICATOR
reminds you that it is time to take

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your vehicle in for scheduled
maintenance. The maintenance main
items and sub items will be displayed
in the information display. See page TRUNK
291 for more information on the OPEN
maintenance minder. INDICATOR

This indicator goes off when your

dealer resets it after completing the The appropriate indicator comes on This indicator comes on when the
required maintenance service. if the trunk or either door is not security system is set. For more
closed tightly. information, see page 204 .

All the indicators come on for a few

seconds when you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position.

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Vehicle Stability Assist VSA Activation Indicator Cruise Main Indicator

(VSA) System Indicator
This indicator normally comes on for This indicator has three functions: This indicator comes on when you
a few seconds when you turn the turn on the cruise control system by
ignition switch to the ON (II) 1. It comes on as a reminder that you pressing the CRUISE button (see
position. have turned off the vehicle page 210 ).
stability assist (VSA) system.
If it comes on and stays on at any Cruise Control Indicator
other time, or if it does not come on 2. It flashes when VSA is active (see
when you turn the ignition switch to page 276 ). This indicator comes on when you
the ON (II) position, there is a set the cruise control. See page
problem with the VSA system. Take 3. It comes on along with the VSA 210 for information on operating the
your vehicle to a dealer to have it system indicator if there is a cruise control.
checked. Without VSA, your vehicle problem with the VSA system.
still has normal driving ability, but Fog Light Indicator
will not have VSA traction and This indicator normally comes on for
stability enhancement. See page a few seconds when you turn the If equipped
276 for more information on the ignition switch to the ON (II) This indicator comes on when you
VSA system. position. For more information, see turn on the fog lights. For more
page 276 . information, see page 73 .

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Gauges

TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER

Instruments and Controls

FUEL GAUGE
TEMPERATURE GAUGE

OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR＊ TRIP METER SELECT/RESET KNOB

ODOMETER/CHECK FUEL CAP MESSAGE

INFORMATION DISPLAY

U.S. A/T model is shown.

＊: If equipped
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INFORMATION DISPLAY Odometer

TRIP METER A The odometer shows the total
ODOMETER
distance your vehicle has been
driven. It measures miles in U.S.
models and kilometers in Canadian
OUTSIDE
models. It is illegal under U.S.
ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE federal law and Canadian provincial/
LIFE territorial regulations to disconnect,
INDICATOR
reset, or alter the odometer with the
intent to change the number of miles
or kilometers indicated.

TRIP METER B

: Press the select/reset knob.

U.S. model with outside temperature indicator is shown.

Information Display To switch the display, press and

The information display shows the release the select/reset knob
odometer, trip meter, engine oil life, repeatedly. When you turn the
outside temperature (if equipped), ignition switch to the ON (II)
and maintenance item code(s). position, your last selection is
displayed.

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Trip Meter Fuel Gauge Temperature Gauge

The trip meter shows the number of This shows how much fuel you have. This shows the temperature of the
miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) It may show slightly more or less engine’s coolant. During normal
driven since you last reset it. than the actual amount. The needle operation, the pointer should rise
returns to the bottom after you turn from the bottom mark to about the
There are two trip meters: Trip A off the ignition. middle of the gauge. In severe

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and Trip B. Switch between these driving conditions, such as very hot
displays by pressing the select/reset weather or a long period of uphill
knob repeatedly. driving, the pointer may rise to the
Avoid driving with an extremely low upper zone. If it reaches the red
Each trip meter works independently, f uel level. Running out of f uel could (hot) mark, pull safely to the side of
so you can keep track of two cause the engine to misf ire, damaging the road. Turn to page 353 for
different distances. the catalytic converter. instructions and precautions on
checking the engine cooling system.
When you turn the ignition switch to
the ON (II) position, your last
selection is displayed.

To reset a trip meter, display it and

then press and hold the select/reset
knob until the number resets to ‘‘0.0’’.

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Outside Temperature Indicator The sensor delays the display update When the temperature reaches the
If equipped until it reaches the correct outside desired value, release the select/
This indicator displays the outside temperature. This may take several reset knob. You should see the new
temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S. minutes. outside temperature displayed.
models) or Celsius (Canadian
models). To see the outside If the outside temperature is In certain weather conditions,
temperature, press and release the incorrectly displayed, you can adjust temperature readings near freezing
select/reset knob until the it up to ±5°F in U.S. models (±3°C (32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice is
temperature is displayed. in Canadian models) warmer or forming on the road surface.
cooler.
The temperature sensor is in the
front bumper. Therefore, the NOTE: The temperature must be
temperature reading can be affected stabilized before doing this
by heat reflection from the road procedure.
surface, engine heat, and the
exhaust from surrounding traffic. Select the outside temperature
This can cause an incorrect display, then press and hold the
temperature reading when your select/reset knob for 10 seconds.
speed is under 19 mph (30 km/h). The following sequence will appear
for 1 second each: 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, −5,
−4, −3, −2, −1, 0 (U.S.) or 0, 1, 2,
3, −3, −2, −1, 0 (Canada).

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Check Fuel Cap Message Maintenance Minder

If your fuel fill cap is loose or The information display in the
missing, a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ instrument panel shows you the
message appears on the information engine oil life and maintenance
display after you start the engine. service items when the ignition
For more information, see page 245 . switch is in the ON (II) position. This

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information helps to keep you aware
of the periodic maintenance your
vehicle needs for continued trouble-
free driving. Refer to page 291 for
more information.

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Controls Near the Steering Wheel

INSTRUMENT PANEL WINDSHIELD WIPERS/ PASSENGER AIRBAG

HEADLIGHTS/ BRIGHTNESS (P.73) WASHERS (P.69)
TURN SIGNALS/ OFF INDICATOR (P.30)
FOG LIGHTS＊2
(P.70, 73) HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON (P.74)
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROLS INTERFACE DIAL＊3
(P.198) (P.161)
VEHICLE STABILITY
ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM
OFF SWITCH
(P.277)

BLUETOOTH
HANDSFREELINK
VOICE CONTROL HORN＊1
BUTTONS＊2 (P.217)
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/
HEATED MIRROR＊2 BUTTON
NAVIGATION SYSTEM (P.75, 103)
CRUISE CONTROL
VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS
BUTTONS＊3 (P.210)

STEERING WHEEL SEAT HEATER SWITCHES＊2

ADJUSTMENTS (P.101)
(P.76)

＊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.
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Windshield Wipers and Washers

Windshield Wipers MIST − The wipers run at high Windshield Washer − Pull the
speed until you release the lever. wiper control lever toward you,
and hold it. The washers spray
OFF − The wipers are not activated. until you release the lever. The
wipers run at low speed, then
INT − The length of the wiper complete a few more sweeps after

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interval is varied automatically you release the lever.
according to the vehicle’s speed.

Vary the delay by turning the

adjustment ring. If you turn it to
ADJUSTMENT RING the shortest delay
( position), the wipers
change to low speed operation
1. MIST when the vehicle speed exceeds 12
2. OFF mph (20 km/h).
3. INT − Intermittent
4. LO − Low speed LO − The wipers run at low speed.
5. HI − High speed
6. Windshield washers HI − The wipers run at high speed.

Push the right lever up or down to

select a position.

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Turn Signals and Headlights

Turn Signal − Push down on the When the light switch is in the
lever to signal a left turn and up to ‘‘ ’’ or ‘‘ ’’ position, the
signal a right turn. To signal a lane lights on indicator comes on as a
change, push lightly on the lever, reminder. This indicator stays on if
and hold it. The lever will return to you leave the light switch on and
center when you release it or turn the ignition switch to the
complete a turn. ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0)
position.
Headlights − Turning the switch to
the ‘‘ ’’ position turns on the High Beams − Push the left lever
parking lights, taillights, instrument forward until you hear a click. The
V6 model is shown. panel lights, side-marker lights, and blue high beam indicator will come
rear license plate lights. on (see page 60 ). Pull the lever back
1. Turn signal to return to the low beams.
2. Off Turning the switch to the ‘‘ ’’
3. Parking and indicator lights position turns on the headlights. To flash the high beams, pull the
4. AUTO＊ lever back lightly, then release it.
5. Headlights on If you leave the lights on with the The high beams will stay on as long
6. High beams key removed from the ignition as you hold the lever back.
7. Flash high beams switch, you will hear a reminder
8. Fog lights off ＊ chime when you open the driver’s
9. Fog lights on＊ door.

＊: If equipped

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Headlights

EX-L and all V6 models Even with the automatic lighting LIGHT SENSOR
AUTO − The automatic lighting feature turned on, we recommend
feature turns on the headlights and that you turn on the lights manually
all other exterior lights, when it when driving at night or in a dense
senses low ambient light. fog, or when you enter dark areas
such as long tunnels or parking

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To turn on automatic lighting, turn facilities.
the light switch to AUTO. The lights
will come on automatically when the Do not leave the light switch in
outside light level becomes low (at AUTO if you will not be driving the
dusk, for example). The lights on vehicle for an extended period (a
indicator comes on as a reminder. week or more). You should also turn
The lights and indicator will turn off off the lights if you plan to leave the
automatically when the system engine idling or off for a long time. The automatic lighting feature is
senses high ambient light. controlled by a sensor located on top
of the dashboard. Do not cover this
The lights will remain on when you sensor or spill liquids on it.
turn off the ignition switch. They will
turn off automatically when you
remove the key and open the driver’s
door. To turn them on again, either
turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position or turn the light switch
to the position.

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Headlights

Automatic Lighting Off Feature If you turn the ignition switch to the Daytime Running Lights
This feature turns off the headlights, LOCK (0) position with the With the headlight switch off or in
all other exterior lights, and the headlight switch on, but do not open the position, the high beam
instrument panel lights within 15 the door, the lights turn off after 10 headlights and the high beam
seconds after you remove the key minutes (3 minutes, if the switch is indicator come on with reduced
and close the driver’s door. in the ‘‘AUTO’’ position). brightness when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
The automatic lighting off feature The lights will turn on again when position and release the parking
activates if you leave the headlight you unlock or open the driver’s door. brake. They remain on until you turn
switch in the ‘‘ ’’ or ‘‘ ’’ If you unlock the door, but do not the ignition switch off, even if you
position or if the lights are turned on open it within 15 seconds, the lights set the parking brake.
by setting the switch in the ‘‘AUTO’’ will go off. With the driver’s door
position (if equipped), and you open, you will hear a lights on The headlights revert to normal
remove the key, then open and close reminder chime. operation when you turn them on
the driver’s door. with the switch.

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Fog Lights, Instrument Panel Brightness

Fog Lights You can use the fog lights only when Instrument Panel Brightness
the headlights are on low beam.
With the light switch in the AUTO
position (if equipped), you can also
use the fog lights when the
headlights turn on automatically.

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They will go off when the headlights
turn off, or the daytime running
lights are on.

SELECT/RESET KNOB

If equipped The select/reset knob on the

Turn the fog lights on and off by instrument panel controls the
turning the switch next to the brightness of the instrument panel
headlight switch. lights. Turn the knob to adjust the
brightness with the ignition switch in
the ON (II) position and the parking
lights on.

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Instrument Panel Brightness, Hazard Warning Button

The instrument panel will illuminate Hazard Warning Button

with reduced brightness when you
unlock and open the driver’s door.
The brightness will increase slightly
when you insert the key in the
ignition switch, then go to normal
brightness when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position.

BRIGHTNESS LEVEL If you do not insert the key in the

ignition switch after opening the
driver’s door, the illumination turns U.S. model is shown.
The level of brightness is shown on off about 30 seconds after you close
the information display while you the door. Push the button between the center
adjust it. It goes out about 5 seconds vents to turn on the hazard warning
after you finish adjusting. If you insert the key but do not turn lights (four-way flashers). This
the ignition switch to the ON (II) causes all four outside turn signals
To reduce glare at night, the position, the illumination turns off in and both turn indicators in the
instrument panel illumination dims about 10 seconds. instrument panel to flash. Use the
when you turn the light switch to hazard warning lights if you need to
or . Turning the select/ park in a dangerous area near heavy
reset knob to the right until you hear traffic, or if your vehicle is disabled.
a beep will cancel the reduced
brightness.

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Rear Window Defogger

U.S. LX, LX-S

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Except U.S. LX,
Manual A/C type LX-S Auto A/C type Models with navigation system

The rear window defogger will clear On vehicles with automatic air The defogger and antenna wires on
fog, frost, and thin ice from the conditioning system the inside of the rear window can be
window. Push the defogger button to The defogger will shut itself off accidentally damaged. When
turn it on and off. The indicator in within about 10 to 30 minutes cleaning the glass, always wipe side
the button comes on to show the according to the outside temperature to side.
defogger is on. It also shuts off when (over 32°F, 0°C).
you turn off the ignition switch. You Except U.S. LX and LX-S
have to turn the defogger on again Make sure the rear window is clear Pushing this button also turns the
when you restart the vehicle. and you have good visibility before mirror heaters on or off. For more
starting to drive. information, see page 103 .

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Steering Wheel Adjustments

Make any steering wheel 3. Push the lever up to lock the

adjustments before you start driving. steering wheel in position.

4. Make sure you have securely

locked the steering wheel in place
Adjusting the steering wheel by trying to move it up, down, in,
position while driving may and out.
cause you to lose control of the
vehicle and be seriously injured
in a crash.

Adjust the steering wheel only

when the vehicle is stopped.
2. Move the steering wheel up or
down, and in or out, so it points
1. Push the lever under the steering toward your chest, not toward
column all the way down. your face. Make sure you can see
the instrument panel gauges and
indicators.

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Keys and Locks

You should have received a key These keys contain electronic

KEY MASTER VALET KEY
NUMBER KEY WITH (Light Grey) number tag with your keys. You will circuits that are activated by the
TAG REMOTE need this key number if you ever immobilizer system. They will not
TRANSMITTER have to get a lost key replaced. Use work to start the engine if the
only Honda-approved key blanks. circuits are damaged.

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Protect the keys from direct
sunlight, high temperature, and
high humidity.

Do not drop the keys or set heavy

objects on them.

The master key fits all the locks on Keep the keys away from liquids.
your vehicle. The valet key works If they get wet, dry them
only in the ignition and the driver’s immediately with a soft cloth.
door lock. You can keep the trunk
release handle, and glove box locked The valet key does not contain a
when you leave your vehicle and the battery. Do not try to take it apart.
valet key at a parking facility.

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Immobilizer System

The immobilizer system protects If the system repeatedly does not As required by the FCC:
your vehicle from theft. If an recognize the coding of your key, This device complies with Part 15 of the
improperly coded key (or other contact your dealer. FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
device) is used, the engine’s fuel following two conditions: (1) This device
system is disabled. Do not attempt to alter this system may not cause harmful interference, and
or add other devices to it. Electrical (2) this device must accept any
When you turn the ignition switch to problems could result that may make interference received, including
the ON (II) position, the immobilizer your vehicle inoperable. interference that may cause undesired
system indicator should come on operation.
briefly, then go off. If the indicator If you lose your key and you cannot
starts to blink, it means the system start the engine, contact your dealer. Changes or modifications not expressly
does not recognize the coding of the approved by the party responsible for
key. Turn the ignition switch to the compliance could void the user’s
LOCK (0) position, remove the key, authority to operate the equipment.
reinsert it, and turn the ignition Always take the ignition key with you
switch to the ON (II) position again. whenever you leave the vehicle alone. This device complies with Industry
Canada Standard RSS-210.
The system may not recognize your Operation is subject to the following two
key’s coding if another immobilizer conditions: (1) this device may not cause
key or other metal object (i.e. key interference, and (2) this device must
chain) is near the ignition switch accept any interference that may cause
when you insert the key. undesired operation of the device.

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Ignition Switch

If the front wheels are turned, the You will hear a reminder beeper if
anti-theft lock may make it difficult you leave the key in the ignition
to turn the key. Firmly turn the switch in the LOCK (0) or the
steering wheel to the left or right as ACCESSORY (I) position and open
you turn the key. the driver’s door. Remove the key to
turn off the beeper.

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ACCESSORY (I) − You can
operate the audio system and the If your vehicle has an automatic
accessory power sockets in this transmission, the shift lever must be
position. in Park before you can remove the
key from the ignition switch.
ON (II) − This is the normal key
position when driving. Several of the
The ignition switch has four indicators on the instrument panel
positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY come on as a test when you turn the Removing the key from the
(I), ON (II), START (III) ignition switch from the ignition switch while driving
ACCESSORY (I) to the ON (II) locks the steering. This can
LOCK (0) − You can insert or position. cause you to lose control of the
remove the key only in this position. vehicle.
To turn the key, push it in slightly. If START (III) − Use this position
your vehicle has an automatic only to start the engine. The switch Remove the key from the
transmission, the shift lever must returns to the ON (II) position when ignition switch only when
also be in Park. you let go of the key. parked.

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Door Locks

POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH LOCK TAB Both doors can be locked from the
Lock outside by using the key in the
driver’s door. To unlock only the
driver’s door, insert the key, turn it
Lock clockwise, and release it. The
passenger’s door unlocks when you
Unlock Unlock turn the key a second time within a
few seconds.

You can open or close the windows

and the moonroof (if equipped) by
RED INDICATOR using the key in the driver’s door
(see page 106 ).
To lock both doors, push the front of The lock tab on the passenger’s door
the master door lock switch on locks and unlocks that door. To lock the passenger’s door when
either door, pull the lock tab getting out of the vehicle, pull the
rearward on the driver’s door, or use When the door is unlocked, you can lock tab rearward and close the door.
the key on the outside lock on the see the red indicator on the lock tab To lock the driver’s door, remove the
driver’s door. above the inner door handle. key from the ignition switch, pull the
lock tab rearward or push the front
Pushing the rear of either master of the master switch, then close the
door lock switch will unlock both door.
doors.
Pushing forward the lock tab on the
driver’s door only unlocks that door.

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Door Locks

Lockout Prevention Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Auto Door Locking

If you forget and leave the key in the Your vehicle has customizable The auto door locking feature has
ignition switch, lockout prevention settings for the doors to three possible settings:
will not allow you to lock the driver’s automatically lock and unlock. There
door. With either door open and the are default settings for each of these The auto door locking is
key in the ignition switch, locking features. You can turn off or change deactivated all the time.

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with the master door lock switch is the settings for these features as
disabled. If the driver’s door is described on the following pages. The doors lock whenever you
closed, the lock tab on the driver’s move the shift lever out of the
door is not disabled. Pulling the When you customize the setting, Park (P) position (A/T vehicles).
driver’s lock tab rearward will lock make sure your vehicle is parked
both doors. If you try to lock an open safely, the engine is off, and the The doors lock when the vehicle
driver’s door by pulling the lock tab parking brake is applied. Make all speed reaches 9 mph (15 km/h).
rearward, the driver’s door lock tab settings before you start driving. This is the default setting.
pops out and unlocks the driver’s
door.

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Door Locks

To turn off the Auto Door Lock 3. Push and hold the front of the To program the Park Lock mode:
modes: master door lock switch on the Locks both doors when the shift lever is
driver’s door until you hear a click moved out of the Park (P) position (A/T
(after about 5 seconds). vehicles only).

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 (A/T vehicles).
1. Make sure the shift lever is in the
2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON Park (P) position.
(II) position, and open the driver’s
door. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position, and make sure to
close the driver’s door.

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3. Push and hold the front of the To program the Drive Lock mode: 4. Push and hold the front of the
master door lock switch on the Locks both doors when the vehicle’s master door lock switch on the
driver’s door. You will hear a click. speed reaches about 9 mph (15 km/h). driver’s door. You will hear a click.
Keep holding the switch until you Keep holding the switch until you
hear another click (after about 5 hear another click (after about 5
seconds). seconds).

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4. Release the switch, and within 5 5. Release the switch, and within 5
seconds, turn the ignition switch seconds, turn the ignition switch
to the LOCK (0) position. to the ACCESSORY (I) position.
On A/T vehicles, move the shift
lever to the Park (P) position.

6. Turn the ignition switch to the

LOCK (0) position.

1. Make sure the shift lever is in the

Park (P) position (A/T vehicles).

2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON

(II) 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.

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Door Locks

Auto Door Unlocking Both doors unlock whenever you To turn off the Auto Door Unlock
The auto door unlocking feature turn the ignition switch to the modes:
has five possible settings: ACCESSORY (I) position.

The auto door unlocking is

deactivated all the time.

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.

Both doors unlock when you move

the shift lever to the Park (P)
position with the brake pedal 1. Make sure the shift lever is in the
depressed (A/T vehicles). Park (P) position (A/T vehicles).

The driver’s door unlocks 2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON

whenever you turn the ignition (II) position, and open the driver’s
switch to the ACCESSORY (I) door.
position.
This is the default setting on M/T
vehicles.

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3. Push and hold the rear of the To program the Park Unlock mode: 3. Push and hold the rear of the
master door lock switch on the Unlocks the driver’s door or both doors master door lock switch on the
driver’s door. You will hear a click, when the shift lever is moved into the driver’s door. You will hear a click.
and after about 5 seconds, you will Park (P) position with the brake pedal Continue to hold the switch:
hear another click. depressed (A/T vehicles only).
Until you hear another click

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4. Release the switch, and within 5 (after about 5 seconds) to
seconds, turn the ignition switch activate driver’s door unlock
to the LOCK (0) position. feature.

Or, until you hear two more

clicks (after about 10 seconds)
to activate both doors unlock
feature.

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

(II) position, and make sure to
close the driver’s door.

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Door Locks

To program the Ignition Switch 3. On A/T vehicles, push and hold the 5. Release the switch, and within 5
Unlock mode: brake pedal, then move the shift seconds, turn the ignition switch
Unlocks the driver’s door or both doors lever out of the Park (P) position. to the ACCESSORY (I) position.
when the ignition switch is moved out of On A/T vehicles, move the shift
the ON (II) position. 4. Push and hold the rear of the lever to the Park (P) position.
master door lock switch on the
driver’s door. You will hear a click. 6. Turn the ignition switch to the
Continue to hold the switch: LOCK (0) position.

Until you hear another click Even if your vehicle’s battery is

(after about 5 seconds) to removed or goes dead, the system
activate driver’s door unlock keeps the auto door lock/unlock
feature. setting which you selected.

Or, until you hear two more

clicks (after about 10 seconds)
to activate both doors unlock
feature.
1. Make sure the shift lever is in the
Park (P) position (A/T vehicles).

2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON

(II) position, and make sure to
close the driver’s door.

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Remote Transmitter

UNLOCK − Press this button once You can also open both power
LED LOCK
to unlock the driver’s door. Push it windows and the moonroof (if
BUTTON twice to unlock the passenger’s door. equipped) from outside the vehicle
Some exterior lights will flash twice with the remote transmitter (see
each time you push the button. page 106 ).
UNLOCK

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BUTTON
The ceiling light and the door PANIC − Press and hold this
activated spotlights (if equipped) button for about 2 seconds to attract
TRUNK come on when you press the attention: the horn will sound and
RELEASE UNLOCK button if the lights are in the exterior lights will flash for about
PANIC BUTTON
BUTTON the door activated position. If you do 30 seconds. To cancel panic mode,
not open either door within 30 press any other button on the remote
seconds, the light(s) will fade out. If transmitter, or turn the ignition
LOCK − Press this button once to you relock the doors with the remote switch to the ON (II) position.
lock both doors. Some exterior lights transmitter before 30 seconds have
will flash once. When you push elapsed, the light(s) will go off TRUNK − Press and hold this
LOCK twice within 5 seconds, you immediately. button for about 1 second to open
will hear a beep to verify that the the trunk. You cannot open the trunk
doors are locked and that the If you do not open either door within if the key is in the ignition switch.
security system has set. You cannot 30 seconds, the doors automatically
lock the doors if either door is not relock and the security system sets.
fully closed or the key is in the
ignition switch.

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Remote Transmitter

Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Transmitter Battery

Avoid dropping or throwing the If it takes several pushes on the
transmitter. button to lock or unlock the doors,
replace the battery as soon as
Protect the transmitter from possible.
extreme temperature.
Battery type: CR1616
Do not immerse the transmitter in
any liquid. To replace the battery:

If you lose a transmitter, the 1. Remove the screw at the base of SCREW
replacement needs to be the transmitter with a small
reprogrammed by your dealer. Phillips-head screwdriver.
2. Separate the transmitter by prying
NOTE: Be careful when removing its middle seam with your
this screw as the head of the screw fingernail.
can strip out.

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Remote Transmitter

4. Remove the old battery, and insert As required by the FCC:

a new battery into the back of the This device complies with Part 15 of the
cover with the ＋ side facing down. FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device
BATTERY
An improperly disposed of battery may not cause harmful interference, and
can hurt the environment. (2) this device must accept any

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Always confirm local regulations interference received, including
for battery disposal. interference that may cause undesired
operation.
5. Install the parts in reverse order.
Changes or modifications not expressly
TAB approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s
3. Inside the transmitter, separate authority to operate the equipment.
the inner cover from the keypad
by releasing the two tabs on the This device complies with Industry
cover. Canada Standard RSS-210.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.

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Trunk

To close the trunk, press down on

the trunk lid.
Pull
Keep the trunk lid closed at all times
while driving to avoid damaging the
lid, and to prevent exhaust gas from
getting into the interior. See Carbon
Monoxide Hazard on page 51 .

TRUNK RELEASE LEVER MASTER KEY

You can open the trunk in two ways: To protect items in the trunk when
you need to give the key to someone
Pull up on the trunk release lever else:
to the left of the driver’s seat.
1. Lock the trunk release lever with
Press and hold the trunk release the master key.
button on the remote transmitter.
2. Give the person the valet key.

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Trunk

Even if the trunk release lever is Emergency Trunk Opener Parents should decide if their
locked with the master key, you can children should be shown how to use
open the trunk with the remote this feature.
transmitter.
For more information about child
safety, see page 37 .

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As a safety feature, your vehicle has
a release lever on the trunk latch so
the trunk can be opened from the
inside.

To open the trunk, push the release

lever in the direction indicated by the
arrow.

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Seats

Driver’s Seat Power Adjustments Moves the whole seat up

Except LX, LX-S and EX and forward, or down
See pages 11 − 13 for important safety and backward. The front
information and warnings about how to of the seat also tilts up or
properly position the seats and seat- down at the same time.
backs.

The controls for the power Adjusts the seat-back

adjustable driver’s seat are on the angle forward or
outside edge of the seat bottom. You backward.
can adjust the seat with the ignition
switch in any position. Make all seat
adjustments before you start driving. Increases or decreases
Moves the seat forward the lumbar support.
The front passenger’s seat adjusts and backward.
manually.

Moves the front of the

seat up or down.

Raises or lowers the seat.

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Seats

Front Seat Manual Adjustments

See pages 11 − 13 for important safety
information and warnings about how to
properly position the seats and seat-
backs.

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Make all seat adjustments before
you start driving.

To adjust the seat forward or To change the seat-back angle, pull

backward, pull up on the bar under up on the lever on the outside of the
the seat cushion’s front edge. Move seat bottom.
the seat to the desired position, and
release the bar. Try to move the seat Once a seat is adjusted correctly,
to make sure it is locked in position. rock it back and forth to make sure it
is locked in position.

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Seats

Driver’s Seat Manual Height Armrest Rear Seat Access

Adjustment Driver’s Side

RELEASE LEVER
To use the console lid as an armrest,
LX, LX-S and EX models slide it to one of its three positions. On all V6 models and 4-cylinder EX-L
The height of your driver’s seat is model
adjustable. To raise the seat, To get into the rear seat on the
repeatedly pull up the lever on the driver’s side, open the door and pull
outside of the seat cushion. To lower the release lever up on the side of
the seat, push the lever down the seat-back. The seat-back will tilt
repeatedly. forward to allow easier entry to the
rear seat.
Make all seat adjustments before
you start driving.

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Seats

After a passenger gets into the rear

Passenger’s Side seat, push the seat-back to the
To avoid damaging the seat-back angle upright position and push the whole
adjustment motor, do not operate the SEAT-BACK ADJUSTMENT LEVER seat backwards until it latches. Make
seat-back angle switch when the seat- sure the seat is fully latched before
back is tilted f orward. sitting in it.

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RELEASE LEVER

To get into the rear seat on the

passenger’s side, push downward on
SEAT-BACK ADJUSTMENT LEVER the release lever at the base of the
seat-back, or pull up on the seat-back
LX, LX-S and EX models adjustment lever. The seat-back will
To get into the rear seat on the tilt forward and the entire seat will
driver’s side, open the door and pull move forward to allow easier entry to
up on the seat-back adjustment lever. the rear seat.
The seat-back will tilt forward to
allow easier entry to the rear seat.

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Seats

Head Restraints Front CUSHION

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 RELEASE
passengers from the likelihood of BUTTON
whiplash and other injuries.

LEGS SEAT-BACK

They are most effective when you Adjusting the Head Restraint
adjust them so the center of the back The head restraints adjust for height.
of the occupant’s head rests against You need both hands to adjust a
the center of the restraint. 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.

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Seats

Rear Center CUSHION When reinstalling a head restraint,

put the legs back in place. Then
Failure to reinstall the head adjust it to the appropriate height
restraints can result in severe while pressing the release button.
injury during a crash.
Make sure the head restraint locks

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Always replace the head in position when you reinstall it.
RELEASE restraints before driving.
BUTTON

LEGS SEAT-BACK

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.

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Seats

Active Head Restraints against the likelihood of whiplash For a head restraint system to work
and injuries to the neck and upper properly:
spine.
Do not hang any items on the head
After a collision, the activated restraints, or from the restraint
restraint should return to its normal legs.
position.
Do not place any object between
If the restraints do not return to their an occupant and the seat-back.
normal position, or in the event of a
severe collision, have the vehicle Install each restraint in its proper
inspected by a Honda dealer. location.

Only use genuine Honda

The driver’s and front passenger’s replacement head restraints.
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

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Seats

Folding Rear Seat

The back of the rear seat folds down,
giving you direct access to the trunk.
The seat-back is released from inside
the trunk.

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Pull

RELEASE

To release the seat-back from inside Remove any items from the seat
the trunk, pull the release under the before you fold down the seat-back.
GUIDE
CENTER trunk panel. Push the seat-back
SHOULDER BELT down from inside the trunk, or pull
the seat-back down from inside the
When storing cargo, you can move vehicle.
the rear center shoulder belt out of
the way by removing the belt from
the guide.

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Seats

Make sure that the folded seat-back Make sure all rear shoulder belts are
does not press against the front positioned in front of the rear seat-
passenger’s seat, as this could cause back, and the center shoulder belt is
the weight sensors to work re-positioned in the guide whenever
improperly. the seat-back is in its upright position.
Be sure there are no twists in any
To lock the seat-back upright, push it shoulder belt.
firmly against the trunk panel. Make
sure it is latched in place by pulling Do not put any heavy items on the
on the top of the seat. seat-back when it is folded down.

If the rear head restraints get caught Make sure all items in the trunk, or
on the front seat backs and you items extending through the opening
cannot fold down the rear seat-back into the back seat, are secured.
fully, you can remove the head Loose items can fly forward and
restraints (see page 97 ). cause injury if you have to brake
Make sure the removed head hard. See Carrying Cargo on page
restraints are securely stored. 255 .

Never drive with the seat-back

folded down and the trunk lid open.
See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on
page 51 .

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Seat Heaters

Passenger’s In the HI setting, the heater turns off

Seat when the seat gets warm, and turns
back on after the seat’s temperature
drops.

In the LO setting, the heater runs

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continuously. It does not cycle with
temperature changes.

Follow these precautions whenever

Driver’s you use the seat heaters:
HEATERS Seat
Use the HI setting only to heat the
EX-L and all V6 models Push the right side of the switch, HI, seats quickly, because it draws
Both front seats are equipped with to rapidly heat up the seat. After the large amounts of current from the
seat heaters. Because of the sensors seat reaches a comfortable battery.
for the side airbag cutoff system, temperature, select LO by pushing
there is no heater in the passenger’s the left side of the switch. This will If the engine is left idling for an
seat-back. The ignition switch must keep the seat warm. extended period, do not use the
be in the ON (II) position to use the seat heaters even on the LO
heaters. setting. It can weaken the battery,
causing hard starting.

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Mirrors

Keep the inside and outside mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors
clean and adjusted for best visibility.
Be sure to adjust the mirrors before SELECTOR SWITCH
you start driving.

TAB

ADJUSTMENT SWITCH
The inside mirror has day and night
positions. The night position reduces 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON
glare from headlights behind you. (II) position.
Flip the tab on the bottom edge of
the mirror to select the day or night 2. Move the selector switch to L
position. (driver’s side) or R (passenger’s
side).

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Mirrors

3. Push the appropriate edge of the Power Mirror Heaters On vehicles with automatic air
adjustment switch to move the conditioning system
mirror right, left, up, or down. REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/ This heated mirror function has a
HEATED MIRROR BUTTON
timer (see page 75 ).
4. When you finish, move the
selector switch to the center (off)

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position. This turns the
adjustment switch off to keep your
settings.

V6 model without navigation system

is shown.

U.S. EX, EX-L and all V6 models

All Canadian models
The outside mirrors are heated to
remove fog and frost. With the
ignition switch in the ON (II)
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.

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Power Windows

MAIN SWITCH INDICATOR AUTO − To open either window

fully (driver’s window only on LX
Closing a power window on and LX-S), push the window switch
someone’s hands or fingers can firmly down to the second detent,
cause serious injury. then release it. The window
automatically goes down all the way.
Make sure your passengers are To stop the window from going all
away from the windows before the way down, pull back on the
closing them. window switch briefly.
DRIVER’S PASSENGER’S
WINDOW WINDOW To close either window fully (driver’s
SWITCH SWITCH window only on LX and LX-S), pull
back the window switch firmly to the
Turn the ignition switch to the ON second detent, then release it. The
(II) position to raise or lower either window automatically goes all the
window. To open a window, push the way up. To stop the window from
switch down and hold it. Release the going all the way up, push down on
switch when you want the window to the window switch briefly.
stop. Pull back on the switch and
hold it to close the window.

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Power Windows

When you push the main switch in, AUTO REVERSE − If either
the indicator comes on and the window (driver’s window only on LX
passenger’s window cannot be raised and LX-S) senses any obstacle while
or lowered. Use the main switch it is closing automatically, it will
when you have children in the reverse direction, and then stop. To
vehicle so they do not injure close the window, remove the

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themselves by operating the window obstacle, then use the window switch
unintentionally. To cancel this again.
feature, push on the switch again.
The switch will pop out and the Auto reverse stops sensing when the
indicator will go off. window is almost closed. You should
always check that all passengers and
The windows and the main switch objects are away from the window
feature will operate for up to 10 before closing it.
minutes after you turn off the
ignition switch. Opening either door NOTE: The driver’s window auto
cancels this function. reverse function is disabled when
you continuously pull up the switch.
The indicators inside the window
switches come on when the light
control switch is in either or
position with the ignition
switch in the ON (II) position
(driver’s window switch only on LX
and LX-S).

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Power Windows

Opening the Windows and 2. Press the UNLOCK button a Opening/Closing the Windows
Moonroof with the Remote second time, and hold it. The and Moonroof with the Key
Transmitter passenger’s door unlocks, and
both windows and the moonroof
start to open. To stop the windows
and moonroof, release the button.

3. To open the windows and

UNLOCK moonroof further, press the
BUTTON Open
button again (within 10 seconds of
step 1) and hold it. If the windows
and the moonroof stop before the Close
desired position, repeat steps 1
and 2.

You cannot close the windows or the You can open and close the windows
You can open both windows and the moonroof with the remote and the moonroof (if equipped) with
moonroof (if equipped) from the transmitter. the key in the driver’s door lock.
outside with the remote transmitter.
To open:
1. Press the UNLOCK button once 1. Insert the key in the driver’s door
to unlock the driver’s door. lock.

2. Turn the key clockwise, then

release it.

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Power Windows

3. Turn the key clockwise again, and To close:

hold it. Both windows and the 1. Insert the key in the driver’s door
moonroof start to open. To stop lock.
the windows and the moonroof,
release the key. 2. Turn the key counterclockwise,
then release it.

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4. To open the windows and the
moonroof further, turn and hold 3. Turn the key counterclockwise
the key again (within 10 seconds again, and hold it. Both windows
of step 2). and the moonroof start to close.
To stop the windows and the
moonroof, release the key.

4. To close the windows and the

moonroof further, turn and hold
the key again (within 10 seconds
of step 2).

NOTE: If the windows and the

moonroof stop before the desired
position, repeat steps 2 and 3.

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Moonroof

MOONROOF SWITCH To tilt up the moonroof, push on the AUTO − To open the moonroof
Open
center of the moonroof switch. To fully, pull back the moonroof switch
stop the moonroof from tilting up firmly, then release it. The moonroof
fully, push the switch briefly. automatically opens all the way. To
stop the moonroof from opening,
To open the moonroof, pull back on push the switch briefly.
the switch and hold it. Release the
Tilt
switch when the moonroof reaches To close the moonroof fully, firmly
Close the desired position. To close the push the moonroof switch forward,
moonroof, push the switch forward then release it. The moonroof
and hold it. Release the switch to automatically closes all the way. To
stop the operation. stop the moonroof from closing,
push the switch briefly.
If equipped
The moonroof can be tilted up in the To open or close the moonroof
back for ventilation, or it can be slid Opening or closing the partially, lightly pull the switch back
back into the roof. Use the switch on moonroof on someone’s hands or push it forward and hold it. The
the front ceiling to operate the or fingers can cause serious moonroof will stop when you release
moonroof. You must turn the injury. the switch.
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position to operate the moonroof. Make sure all hands and fingers
are clear of the moonroof
before opening or closing it.

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Moonroof

Auto Reverse You can open and close the You can use the remote transmitter
If the moonroof runs into any moonroof for up to 10 minutes after or the key to operate the moonroof
obstacle while it is closing you turn off the ignition switch. from the outside. Refer to page
automatically, it will reverse Opening either door cancels this 106 for details.
direction, and then stop. To close the function.
moonroof, remove the obstacle, then

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use the moonroof switch again.

Auto reverse stops sensing when the If you try to open the moonroof in
moonroof is almost closed. You below-f reezing temperatures, or when
should always check that all it is covered with snow or ice, you can
passengers and objects are away damage the moonroof panel or its
from the moonroof before closing it. motor.

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Parking Brake

Driving the vehicle with the parking

brake applied can damage the rear
brakes and hubs. A beeper will sound if
the vehicle is driven with the parking
brake on.

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 57 ).

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Interior Convenience Items

SUNGLASSES HOLDER

COAT HOOK DOOR POCKET VANITY MIRROR SUN VISOR

ACCESSORY POWER

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BEVERAGE HOLDER SOCKET

CENTER POCKETS

GLOVE BOX
BEVERAGE HOLDER
AUXILIARY INPUT JACK
ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET
TRUNK CONSOLE COMPARTMENT

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Glove Box Beverage Holders

Be careful when you are using the
An open glove box can cause beverage holders. A spilled liquid
serious injury to your passenger that is very hot can scald you or your
in a crash, even if the passengers. Spilled liquids can
passenger is wearing the seat damage the upholstery, carpeting,
belt. and electrical components in the
interior.
Always keep the glove box
closed while driving.
To lock

GLOVE BOX

Open the glove box by pulling the

handle to the left. Close it with a firm
push. Lock or unlock the glove box
with the master key.

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Interior Convenience Items

FRONT Console Compartment

LEVER

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CONSOLE COMPARTMENT
Open the front beverage holder by
pulling up on the lid. To open the console compartment,
pull up on the lever and lift the
Each rear side panel also has a armrest.
beverage holder.
To close, lower the armrest, and
push it down until it latches.

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Accessory Power Sockets None of the sockets will power an

automotive type cigarette lighter
FRONT CONSOLE COMPARTMENT element.

Make sure to put the socket cover

back in place to prevent any small
foreign objects from getting into the
socket.

Your vehicle has two accessory Each socket is intended to supply

power sockets; one is at the front of power for 12 volt DC accessories
the center console and the other is in that are rated 120 watts or less (10
the console compartment. amps).

To use an accessory power socket,

the ignition switch must be in the
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.

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Interior Convenience Items

Sun Visor Vanity Mirror Sunglasses Holder

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Push
Slide

SUN VISOR

To use the sun visor, pull it down. To use the vanity mirror on the back To open the sunglasses holder, push
When using the sun visor for the of the sun visor, pull up the cover. then release the indent. It will
side window, remove the support rod unlatch and swing down. To close it,
from the clip, and swing it out. The vanity mirror lights come on push it until it latches. Make sure the
In this position, the sun visor can be when you pull up the cover. holder is closed while you are driving.
adjusted by moving it on its slider.
Do not use the extended sun visor
over the inside mirror.

Make sure you put the sun visor

back in place when you are getting
into or out of the vehicle. CONTINUED

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Interior Convenience Items

Coat Hook Center Pocket

COAT HOOK

Vehicle without navigation system

is shown.

Some larger styles of sunglasses To use a coat hook, pull it down. Pull up the lid to open each pocket.
may not fit in the holder. Close it with a firm push.

You may also store small items in Make sure the coat hook is closed
this holder. Make sure they are when you are not using it. This hook
small enough to let the holder close is not designed for large or heavy
and latch, and that they are not items.
heavy enough to cause the holder to
pop open while driving.

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Ceiling Light After both doors are closed tightly, If you leave either door open without
the light dims slightly, then fades out the key in the ignition switch, the
DOOR ACTIVATED POSITION in about 30 seconds. ceiling light will go off after about 15
minutes.
The ceiling light (with the switch in
the center position) comes on when

Instruments and Controls

you remove the key from the ignition
switch. If you do not open a door, the
light stays on, then fades out in
about 30 seconds.

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:

Open either door.

Unlock the driver’s door with the

key or remote transmitter.

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Spotlights The spotlights (with the switch in

the DOOR position) also come on
OFF POSITION when you unlock the door with the
key or the remote transmitter, and
when you remove the key from the
ignition switch.

LX, LX-S DOOR ACTIVATED SPOTLIGHT

Turn on a spotlight by pushing the Except LX and LX-S

lens. Push the lens again to turn it The spotlights have a two-position
off. You can use the spotlights at all switch. In the DOOR position, the
times. lights come on when you open either
door. The lights fade out in about 30
seconds after the doors are closed
tightly. In the OFF position, the
lights do not come on.

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Courtesy Lights
Your vehicle has a courtesy light in
the ignition switch. This light comes
on when you open the driver’s door.
It fades out in about 30 seconds after
the door is closed.

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Features

The heating and air conditioning Vents, Heating, and A/C .............. 122 HomeLink Universal
system in your vehicle provides a Climate Control System ................ 127 Transceiver................................. 213
comfortable driving environment in Audio System ................................. 135 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ......... 217
all weather conditions. Models without navigation system
Audio System ................................. 136
The standard audio system has Playing the FM/AM Radio ........... 137
many features. This section Playing the XM Radio ................. 144
describes those features and how to Playing Discs .................................. 150

Features
use them. Disc Changer Error Messages .... 160
Models with navigation system
Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio Audio System ................................. 161
system that requires a code number Playing the FM/AM Radio ........... 162
to enable it. Playing the XM Radio ................. 174
Playing Discs .................................. 181
The security system helps to Disc Changer Error Messages .... 192
discourage vandalism and theft of Protecting Your Discs ................... 193
your vehicle. FM/AM Radio Reception ............. 196
Remote Audio Controls................. 198
Auxiliary Input Jack ....................... 199
Radio Theft Protection.................. 200
Setting the Clock ........................... 201
Security System ............................. 204
Compass.......................................... 206
Cruise Control ................................ 210

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Vents, Heating, and A/C

LX, LX-S and U.S. EX

FAN CONTROL DIAL RECIRCULATION BUTTON TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/

HEATED MIRROR＊ BUTTON

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER

MAX A/C BUTTON MODE CONTROL
BUTTONS
AIR CONDITIONING (A/C)
BUTTON

＊ : If equipped
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Vents, Heating, and A/C

Fan Control Recirculation Button Rear Window Defogger

Turn this dial to increase or decrease When the recirculation indicator is Button /
the fan speed and airflow. on, air from the vehicle’s interior is This button turns the rear window
sent throughout the system again. defogger on and off (see page 75 ).
Temperature Control When the indicator is off, air is
Turning this dial clockwise increases brought in from the outside of the Except U.S. LX and LX-S
the temperature of the airflow. vehicle (fresh air mode). Pushing this button also turns the
power mirror heaters on and off.

Features
Air Conditioning (A/C) Button The outside air intakes for the
This button turns the air heating and cooling system are at Mode Control
conditioning on and off. The the base of the windshield. Keep this Use the mode control buttons to
indicator in the button is on when area clear of leaves and other debris. select the vents air flows from. Some
the A/C is on. air will flow from the dashboard
The system should be left in fresh corner vents in all modes.
MAX A/C Button air mode under almost all conditions.
The system automatically Keeping the system in recirculation Air flows from the center
turns on the A/C and switches to mode, particularly with the A/C off, and corner vents in the dashboard.
recirculation mode (see page 125 to can cause the windows to fog up.
use this setting). Air flows from the Airflow is divided between
center and side vents in the Switch to recirculation mode when the vents in the dashboard and the
dashboard. Pressing the , A/C, driving through dusty or smoky floor vents.
or any of the mode buttons cancels conditions, then return to fresh air
MAX A/C, but the A/C stays on. mode.

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Vents, Heating, and A/C

Air flows from the floor Air flows from the defroster Using the Heater
vents. vents at the base of the windshield. The heater uses engine coolant to
warm the air. If the engine is cold, it
When you select , the system When you select or , will be several minutes before you
automatically switches to fresh air the system automatically switches to feel warm air coming from the
mode. If you switch the mode from fresh air mode and turns on the A/C. system.
or to , the system You cannot turn the A/C off in this
keeps the A/C on. The A/C mode. 1. Select .
indicator will not come on if it was When you select , the system
off to start with. Ventilation automatically switches to fresh air
The ventilation system draws in mode. If you switch the mode
To turn off the A/C, press the A/C outside air, circulates it through the from or , the system
button to illuminate the indicator, interior, then releases it through also automatically turns on the
then press it again to turn off the vents near the rear window. A/C. This helps prevent the
A/C. windows from fogging up
1. Set the temperature to the lower unintendedly. The A/C indicator
When you switch to or limit. will not come on if it was off to
mode from , the A/C 2. Make sure the A/C is off. start with (see the first column on
turns off. But if it was on to start 3. Select and fresh air mode. this page).
with, the A/C stays on. 4. Set the fan to the desired speed. 2. Set the fan to the desired speed.
3. Adjust the warmth of the air with
Airflow is divided between the temperature control dial.
the floor vents and the defroster
vents at the base of the windshield.

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Vents, Heating, and A/C

Using the A/C If the interior is very warm, you can Dehumidify the Interior
Air conditioning places an extra load cool it down more rapidly by partially Air conditioning, as it cools, removes
on the engine. Watch the engine opening the windows, turning on the moisture from the air. When used in
coolant temperature gauge (see page air conditioning, and setting the fan combination with the heater, it
65 ). If it moves near the red zone, to maximum speed in fresh air mode. makes the interior warm and dry and
turn off the A/C until the gauge can prevent the windows from
reading returns to normal. To cool the interior with MAX A/C: fogging up.
1. Set the fan to the desired speed.

Features
1. Turn on the A/C by pressing the 2. Select MAX A/C. 1. Turn the fan on.
button. The indicator in the button The system automatically turns on 2. Turn on the air conditioning.
comes on when a fan speed is the A/C, selects , and 3. Select and fresh air mode.
selected. switches to recirculation mode. 4. Adjust the temperature to your
2. Make sure the temperature is set 3. Make sure the temperature is set preference.
to maximum cool. to maximum cool.
3. Select . This setting is suitable for all driving
4. If the outside air is humid, select conditions whenever the outside
recirculation mode. If the outside temperature is above 32°F (0°C).
air is dry, select fresh air mode.
5. Set the fan to the desired speed.

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To Defog and Defrost To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice To Turn Everything Off
To remove fog from the inside of the From the Windows Turning the fan speed control dial all
windows: 1. Select . The system the way to the left shuts the system
1. Set the fan to the desired speed, or automatically switches to fresh air off.
high for faster defrosting. mode and turns on the A/C.
2. Select . The system The A/C indicator does not come Keep the system off for short
automatically switches to fresh air on if it was off to start with. periods only.
mode and turns on the A/C. The 2. Select .
A/C indicator will not come on if it 3. Set the fan and temperature To keep stale air and mustiness
was off to start with. controls to maximum level. from collecting, you should have
3. Adjust the temperature so the the fan running at all times.
airflow feels warm. To clear the windows faster, you can
4. Select / to help close the dashboard corner vents by
clear the rear window. rotating the wheel below each vent.
5. To increase airflow to the This sends more warm air to the
windshield, close the corner vents. windshield defroster vents. Once the
windshield is clear, select fresh air
When you switch to , from mode to avoid fogging the windows.
or , the A/C stays on.
This helps prevent the windows from For your safety, make sure you have
rapidly fogging up when the air is a clear view through all the windows
suddenly routed away from the before driving.
windshield. If you want to turn the
A/C off, press and release the A/C
button twice. The indicator in the
button comes on and then goes off.

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Climate Control System

EX-L and all V6

Without navigation system With navigation system

DRIVER’S SIDE TEMPERATURE FRONT PASSENGER’S SIDE REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/ FRONT PASSENGER’S
CONTROL SWITCH TEMPERATURE CONTROL HEATED MIRROR BUTTON SIDE TEMPERATURE
SWITCH
CENTER
DRIVER’S SIDE FRONT PASSENGER’S WINDSHIELD DRIVER’S SIDE DISPLAY
TEMPERATURE SIDE TEMPERATURE DEFROSTER TEMPERATURE

Features
AUTO RECIRCULATION
BUTTON BUTTON
INDICATOR AUTO
SYNC INDICATOR AIR
BUTTON CONDITIONING
BUTTON

AUTO
BUTTON
MODE CONTROL
REAR WINDOW BUTTON
AIR DEFOGGER/HEATED
AUTO BUTTON CONDITIONING MIRROR BUTTON
ON/OFF BUTTON BUTTON ON/OFF BUTTON FAN CONTROL
BAR
SYNC BUTTON MODE CONTROL BUTTON
RECIRCULATION BUTTON WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER BUTTON DRIVER’S SIDE FRONT PASSENGER’S SIDE
TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE CONTROL
U.S. models are shown. FAN CONTROL SWITCH CONTROL SWITCH SWITCH

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Climate Control System

Voice Control System Using Automatic Climate Control The system automatically selects
On models with navigation system The automatic climate control the proper mix of conditioned
The climate control system for your system in your vehicle maintains the and/or heated air that will, as
vehicle can also be operated using interior temperature you select. The quickly as possible, raise or lower
the voice control system. See the system also adjusts the fan speed the interior temperature to your
navigation system manual for and airflow levels. preference.
complete details.
1. Press the Auto button. The Temperature Control
indicator in the button also comes The driver’s side temperature and
on as a reminder. You will see the passenger’s side temperature can
AUTO on the display (in the be set separately. Push up the switch
center display on models with of the appropriate temperature
navigation system). control to increase the temperature
of airflow. Push down the switch to
2. Set the desired temperature with decrease it. Each set temperature is
the temperature control switch. shown in the display (in the center
You can set the driver’s side display on models with navigation
temperature and the passenger’s system).
side temperature separately.

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Climate Control System

When you set the temperature to its SYNC Button To Turn Everything Off
lower limit ( ) or its upper limit When you press this button, the To turn the system completely off,
( ), the system runs at full indicator in the button comes on, and press the ON/OFF button.
cooling or heating only. It does not the passenger’s side temperature is
regulate the interior temperature. synchronized to the driver’s side set Keep the system completely off
temperature. Changing the for short periods only.
When you adjust a fan control, the passenger’s side temperature makes
fan is taken out of AUTO mode. the indicator go off and takes the To keep stale air and mustiness

Features
system out of SYNC mode. from collecting, you should have
On models with navigation system the fan running at all times.
In AUTO mode, the vehicle’s interior ON/OFF Button
temperature is independently Each time you press this button, the
regulated for the driver and front climate control system switches
passenger according to each between on and off. Turning on the
adjusted temperature. The system system with this button selects your
also regulates each temperature last climate control selection.
based on the information of the sun
light sensor and the sun’s position
which is updated automatically by
the navigation’s global positioning
system (GPS). If one side of the
vehicle is getting too much sun, the
system lowers the temperature only
on that side.

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Climate Control System

Semi-automatic Operation Air Conditioning (A/C) Button Recirculation Button

You can manually select various This button turns the air When the indicator in the button is
functions of the climate control conditioning on and off. You will see on, air from the vehicle’s interior is
system when it is in fully automatic A/C ON or A/C OFF in the display. sent through the system again.
mode. All other features remain When the indicator is off, air is
automatically controlled. Making any When you turn the A/C off, the brought in from the outside of the
manual selection causes the word system cannot regulate the inside vehicle (fresh air mode).
AUTO in the display to go out. temperature if you set the
temperature control below the The outside air intakes for the
Fan Control outside temperature. climate control system are at the
On models without navigation system base of the windshield. Keep this
Push the switch up to increase the area clear of leaves and other debris.
fan speed and airflow. Push the
switch down to decrease them. The system should be left in fresh
air mode under almost all conditions.
On models with navigation system Keeping the system in recirculation
Press the ▲ side of the bar to mode, particularly with the A/C off,
increase the fan speed and airflow. can cause the windows to fog up.
Press the ▼ side of the bar to
decrease them. Switch to recirculation mode when
driving through dusty or smoky
conditions, then return to fresh air
mode.

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Climate Control System

Rear Window Defogger Button Air flows from the center To remove fog from the inside of the
This button turns the rear window and corner vents in the dashboard. windows, set as follows:
defogger off and on (see page 75 ).
Windshield Defroster Button 1. Select . The system
Pushing this button also turns the This button directs the main airflow automatically switches to fresh air
power mirror heaters on and off. to the windshield for faster mode and turns on the A/C.
defrosting. It also overrides any 2. Adjust the temperature with the
Mode Control mode selection you may have made. driver’s side temperature control

Features
Use the mode control button to so the airflow feels warm.
select the vents the air flows from. When you select , the system 3. Select to help clear the
Some air will flow from the automatically switches to fresh air rear window.
dashboard vents in all modes. mode and turns on the A/C. For 4. To increase airflow to the
faster defrosting, manually set the windshield, close the corner vents.
Airflow is divided between fan speed to high. You can also For faster defogging, manually set
the floor and corner vents and the increase airflow to the windshield by the fan speed to high.
defroster vents at the base of the closing the corner vents on the
windshield. dashboard. To close the vents, rotate For your safety, make sure you have
the wheel under each corner vent. a clear view through all the windows
Air flows from the floor before driving.
vents. When you turn off by
pressing the button again, the When the indicator in the
Airflow is divided between system returns to its former settings. button is on, the SYNC
the vents in the dashboard and the indicator also comes on. The front
floor vents. passenger’s temperature cannot be
set separately from the driver’s.

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Climate Control System

Dual Temperature Control Without navigation system

Your vehicle has two temperature
control switches, one for the driver,
and one for the front passenger.

The temperatures of the driver’s side

and the front passenger’s side are
controlled independently.

DRIVER’S SIDE SYNC BUTTON PASSENGER’S SIDE

TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE
CONTROL SWITCH CONTROL SWITCH

With navigation system

SYNC BUTTON

DRIVER’S SIDE PASSENGER’S SIDE

TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE
CONTROL SWITCH CONTROL SWITCH

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Climate Control System

Synchronized Control
The selected temperatures appear in
the display (in the center display on DRIVER’S SIDE PASSENGER’S SIDE
models with navigation system).
When the indicator in the SYNC
button is on, you can adjust both
sides to the same temperature by
pushing the driver’s side

Features
temperature control switch up or
down.

When you set the temperature to its

upper or lower limit, it is displayed as
or .

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Climate Control System

Sunlight Sensor/Temperature
Sensor
SUNLIGHT SENSOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR

The climate control system has two

sensors: a sunlight sensor on top of
the dashboard, and a temperature
sensor next to the steering column.
Do not cover the sensors or spill any
liquid on them.

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Audio System

An audio system is standard on all LX, LX-S and EX＊ models EX-L and all V6 models without
models. Read the appropriate pages navigation system
(as shown below) to use your
vehicle’s audio system.

For vehicles without navigation

system, see pages 136 through 160 .

Features
For vehicles with navigation system,
see pages 161 through 192 .

With navigation system

＊ : EX model has premium audio system. U.S. models are shown.

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Audio System (Models without navigation system)

Selector Knob The knob turns left and right. Use it Menu Display
to scroll through lists, or to make To select any setting such as the
selections or adjustments to a list or clock, sound adjusting, or the
menu item on the display. When you compass (if equipped), press the
make a selection, push the center of MENU button. To use any audio
the selector (ENTER) to go to that system function, the ignition switch
selection. must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or
ON (II) position. You can select the
When the audio system is in XM item by turning the selector knob.
Radio mode or playing discs, pushing To go back to the previous display,
the selector (ENTER) knob switches press the RETURN button.
RETURN SELECTOR MENU the display between the normal
BUTTON KNOB BUTTON display and the extended display. Pressing the MENU button again
The extended display has three will also cancel the menu display
Most audio system functions can be segments to display the detailed mode.
controlled by standard buttons, bars, information.
and knobs. In addition, you can
access some functions by using the
selector knob on the audio system.

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Playing the FM/AM Radio (Models without navigation system)

Without XM Radio With XM Radio

POWER/ POWER/

Features
VOLUME VOLUME
KNOB KNOB
AM TITLE AM TITLE
BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON
FM FM
BUTTON BUTTON
SCAN SCAN
BUTTON PRESET BUTTON PRESET
BUTTONS BUTTONS

FOLDER BAR SKIP BAR CATEGORY SKIP BAR

SELECTOR A.SEL (AUTO BAR SELECTOR A.SEL (AUTO
KNOB SELECT) BUTTON KNOB SELECT) BUTTON
RETURN BUTTON MENU BUTTON RETURN BUTTON MENU BUTTON

U.S. models are shown.

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Playing the FM/AM Radio (Models without navigation system)

To Play the Radio To Select a Station Each time you press and release
The ignition switch must be in the You can use any of five methods to either side of the SKIP bar, the radio
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. find radio stations on the selected frequency changes in small
Turn the system on by pushing the band: tune, skip, scan, the preset increments.
power/volume knob or the AM or buttons, and auto select.
FM button. Adjust the volume by SCAN − The scan function samples
turning the power/volume knob. On the FM band, you can also use all stations with strong signals on the
the features provided by the radio selected band. To activate it, press
The band and frequency that the data system (RDS). For more the SCAN button, then release it.
radio was last tuned to are displayed. information on the RDS, see page You will see SCAN in the display.
To change bands, press the AM or 140 . When the system finds a strong
FM button. On the FM band, ST will signal, it will stop and play that
be displayed if the station is TUNE − Use the selector knob to station for about 10 seconds.
broadcasting in stereo. Stereo tune the radio to a desired frequency.
reproduction in AM is not available. Turn the knob right to tune to a If you do nothing, the system will
higher frequency, or left to tune to a scan for the next strong station and
On the AM band, AM noise lower frequency. play it for 10 seconds. When it plays
reduction turns on automatically. a station that you want to listen to,
SKIP − The skip function searches press the SCAN button again.
up and down from the current
frequency to find a station with a
strong signal. To activate it, press
and hold the or side of the
SKIP bar until you hear a beep, then
release it.

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Playing the FM/AM Radio (Models without navigation system)

Preset − Each preset button can AUTO SELECT − If you are To turn off auto select, press the
store one frequency on AM and two traveling and can no longer receive A. SEL (auto select) button. This
frequencies on FM. your preset stations, you can use the restores the presets you originally
auto select feature to find stations in set.
1. Select the desired band, AM or the local area.
FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store For information on FM/AM radio
six stations each. Press the A. SEL button. ‘‘A-SEL’’ frequencies and reception, see page
flashes in the display, and the system 196 .

Features
2. Use the tune, skip, scan, or RDS goes into scan mode for several
function to tune the radio to a seconds. It stores the frequencies of
desired station. six AM and twelve FM stations in
the preset buttons.
3. Pick a preset button, and hold it
until you hear a beep. You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed after
pressing a preset button if auto
4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store a select cannot find a strong station for
total of six stations on AM and that preset button.
twelve stations on FM.
If you do not like the stations auto
select has stored, you can store
other frequencies on the preset
buttons as previously described.

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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
program service name provided by with the RDS information display
the radio data system (RDS). function on.

RDS INFO Display When you turn off this function by

The RDS information display pressing the TITLE button, the
function shows the name of the RDS display shows ‘‘RDS INFO OFF.’’
station you are listening to. With the RDS INFO DISPLAY ON
audio system on and the FM band
selected, you can turn this function
on or off.
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.

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Playing the FM/AM Radio (Models without navigation system)

Radio Data System (RDS) Category ALL: All RDS category stations stations in the selected RDS
ROCK: Rock, classic rock and soft category. If you do nothing while the
rock music RDS category name is displayed, the
RDS CATEGORY COUNTRY: Country music selected category is canceled.
SOFT: Adult hits and soft music
TOP 40: Top 40 hits RDS Program Search
OLDIES: Nostalgia music and oldies This function searches up and down
R & B: Rhythm and blues, and soft a frequency for the strongest signal

Features
rhythm and blues from the frequencies that carry the
RELIGION: Programs concerned selected RDS category information.
with religion This can help you to find a station in
CLASSIC: Classical music your favorite category. To activate it,
JAZZ: Jazz press and release either side
INFO: News, information, sports, ( or ) of the SKIP bar. You
On the FM band selected, you can talk shows, foreign language, will see the selected RDS category
select the program category personality, public, college, and name blinking while searching it.
provided by the RDS. Press either weather When the system finds a station, the
side (▲ or ▼) of the CATEGORY TRAFFIC: Traffic information selected RDS category name will be
bar (FOLDER bar on models without displayed again for about 5 seconds.
XM radio) to display and select an Press either side of the CATEGORY
RDS category. The principal RDS bar (FOLDER bar on models without If the system does not find a station,
categories are shown as follows: XM Radio) to select an RDS ‘‘NOTHING’’ will be blinking for
category. The display shows the about 5 seconds, then the system
selected RDS category name for goes back to the last selected station.
about 10 seconds. You can use the
search or scan function to find radio CONTINUED

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Playing the FM/AM Radio (Models without navigation system)

RDS Program SCAN You can use the RDS program Adjusting the Sound
The scan function samples all search or scan function even if the
stations with strong signals on the RDS information display function is Selector knob adjustable
selected RDS category. To activate it, off. direction is shown.
press and release 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 RDS category name
blinking while searching it. When it
finds a strong signal, it will stop and FADER is selectable.
play that station for about 10 seconds.

If you do nothing, the system will Press the MENU button to display
scan for the next strong station and the sound settings. Turn the selector
play it for 10 seconds. When it plays knob to select an appropriate setting:
a station that you want to listen to, bass, treble, fader, balance, SUBW＊
press the SCAN button again. (subwoofer) and SVC (speed-
sensitive volume compensation).
If the system does not find a station, Press the selector knob (ENTER) to
‘‘NOTHING’’ will be blinking for enter the setting, then turn the
about 5 seconds, then the system selector knob to adjust the setting.
goes back to the last selected station.
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BASS − Adjusts the bass. you go, the louder the audio volume
becomes. As you slow down, the
TREBLE − Adjusts the treble. audio volume decreases.

FADER − Adjusts the front-to-back The SVC has four modes: SVC OFF,
strength of the sound. SVC LOW, SVC MID, and SVC
HIGH. Turn the selector knob to
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side strength of the sound. you feel the sound is too loud,
choose low. If you feel the sound is
If equipped SUBWOOFER is selectable. too quiet, choose high.
SUBW − Adjusts the strength of
sound from the subwoofer speaker. This function is set to MID as the
default setting when the vehicle
If the fader adjustment is set to F9 Except SVC adjustment leaves the factory.
(maximum front level), the When the level reaches the center,
subwoofer is turned off. you will see ‘‘C’’ in the display. Audio System Lighting
You can use the instrument panel
SVC − Adjusts the volume level To return to the normal play, push brightness control knob to adjust the
based on the vehicle speed. the RETURN or MENU button after illumination of the audio system (see
you stop adjusting a mode. page 73 ). The audio system
Each mode is shown in the display as illuminates when the parking lights
it changes. Turn the selector knob to Speed-sensitive Volume are on, even if the radio is turned off.
adjust the setting to your liking. Compensation (SVC)
The SVC mode controls the volume
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Playing the XM Radio (EX-L and all V6 models without navigation system)

XM RADIO BUTTON TITLE BUTTON

POWER/VOLUME
SCAN BUTTON KNOB

CATEGORY BAR SKIP BAR

RETURN BUTTON SELECTOR KNOB MENU BUTTON

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Your vehicle is capable of receiving Operating the XM Radio Each time you press and release the
XM Radio anywhere in the United To listen to XM Radio, turn the TITLE button, the display changes in
States and Canada, except Hawaii, ignition switch to the ACCESSORY the following sequence: name, title,
Alaska, and Puerto Rico. XM is a (I) or ON (II) position, and press the and category.
registered trademark of Sirius XM button. The last channel you
Radio , Inc. and XM CANADA is a listened to will show in the display. You can also change the mode from
registered business name of Adjust the volume by turning the the menu items. Press the MENU
Canadian Satellite Radio Inc. power/volume knob. button to display the menu items,

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then turn the selector knob to select
XM Radio receives signals from two MODE − To switch between MODE/CATEGORY and press the
satellites to produce clear, high- channel mode and category mode, selector knob (ENTER). Each time
quality digital reception. It offers press and hold the TITLE button you press and release the selector
many channels in several categories. until the mode changes. knob (ENTER), the display changes
Along with a large selection of between CHANNEL and
different types of music, XM Radio In the channel mode, you can select CATEGORY. To enter the setting,
allows you to view channel and all of the available channels. In the press the TITLE button.
category selections in the display. category mode, such as Jazz, Rock,
Classical, etc., you can select all of You may experience periods when
the channels within that category. XM Radio does not transmit the
artist’s name and song title
information. If this happens, there is
nothing wrong with your system.

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Playing the XM Radio (EX-L and all V6 models without navigation system)

TUNE − Turn the selector knob to CATEGORY (▼ or ▲) − Press

change channel selections. Turn the either side of the CATEGORY bar to
knob right for higher numbered select another category.
channels and left for lower
numbered channels. In the category SCAN − The SCAN function gives
mode, you can only select channels you a sampling of all channels while
within that category. in the channel mode. In the category
mode, only the stations within that
category are scanned. To activate
scan, press the SCAN button. The
system plays each channel in
Channel list is shown. numerical order for a few seconds,
then selects the next channel. When
You can also select a channel or you hear a channel you want to
category from the list by using the continue listening to, press the
selector knob. Push the selector button again.
knob (ENTER) to switch the display
to the list displayed with three
segments, then turn the knob to
select a channel or category. Press
the selector knob (ENTER) to set
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Preset − You can store up to 12 4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to store the ‘‘NO SIGNAL’’ − The signal is
preset channels using the six preset first six channels. currently too weak. Move the vehicle
buttons. Each button stores one to an area away from tall buildings,
channel from the XM1 band and one 5. Press the XM button again. The and with an unobstructed view of the
channel from the XM2 band. other XM band will show. Store southern horizon.
the next six channels using steps 2
To store a channel: and 3. ‘‘ - - - - ’’ − The selected channel
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XM1 or XM2 will show in the Once a channel is stored, simply of your subscription, or this channel
display. press and release the proper preset has no artist or title information at
button to tune to it. this time.
2. Use the selector knob, or the
CATEGORY bar or SCAN button XM Radio Display Messages ‘‘NO INFO’’ − The selected
to tune to a desired channel. channel has no artist or title
‘‘LOADING’’ − XM is loading the information at this time.
In category mode, only channels audio or program information.
within that category can be selected. ‘‘ANTENNA’’ − There is a problem
In channel mode, all channels can be ‘‘OFF AIR’’ − The channel with the XM antenna. Please consult
selected. currently selected is no longer your dealer.
broadcasting.
3. Pick the preset button you want
for that channel. Press and hold ‘‘UPDATING’’ − The encryption
the button until you hear a beep. code is being updated. Wait until the
encryption code is fully updated.
Channels 0 and 1 should still work
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Playing the XM Radio (EX-L and all V6 models without navigation system)

The XM satellites are in orbit over

the equator; therefore, objects south Signal may be blocked by Signal weaker in
of the vehicle may cause satellite mountains or large obstacles to these areas.
the south.
reception interruptions. To help
compensate for this, ground-based
repeaters are placed in major
metropolitan areas.

Satellite signals are more likely to be

blocked by tall buildings and
mountains the farther north you
travel from the equator. Carrying SATELLITE
large items on a roof rack can also
block the signal.

Depending on where you drive, you

may experience reception problems.
Interference can be caused by any of GROUND REPEATER
these conditions:
Driving on a road beside a vertical Driving on a single lane road
Driving on the north side of an wall, steep cliff, or hill to the south alongside dense trees taller than
east/west mountain road. of you. 50 ft. (15 m) to the south of you.
Driving on the north side of a Driving on the lower level of a Large items carried on a roof rack.
large commercial truck on an multi-tiered road.
east/west road.
Driving in tunnels.

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Playing the XM Radio (EX-L and all V6 models without navigation system)

There may be other geographic Receiving XM Radio Service After you’ve registered with XM
situations that could affect XM Radio If your XM Radio service has expired Radio, keep your audio system in the
reception. or you purchased your vehicle from XM Radio mode while you wait for
a previous owner, you can listen to a activation. This should take about 30
As required by the FCC: sampling of the broadcasts available minutes.
Changes or modifications not expressly on XM Radio. With the ignition
approved by the party responsible for switch in the ACCESSORY (I) or the While waiting for activation, make
compliance could void the user’s ON (II) position, press the sure your vehicle remains in an open

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authority to operate the equipment. button. A variety of music area with good reception. Once your
types and styles will play. audio system is activated,
‘‘CATEGORY’’ or ‘‘CHANNEL’’ will
If you decide to purchase XM radio appear in the display, and you’ll be
service, contact XM Radio at able to listen to XM radio broadcasts.
www.xmradio.com, or at XM Radio will continue to send an
1-800-852-9696. In Canada, contact activation signal to your vehicle for
XM CANADA at www.xmradio.ca, or at least 12 hours from the activation
at 1-877-209-0079. You will need to request. If the service has not been
give them your radio I.D. number activated after 36 hours, contact
and your credit card number. To get XM Radio. In Canada, contact XM
your radio I.D. number, press the CANADA .
button, then turn the
selector knob until ‘‘CH 000’’ appears
in the display. Your I.D. will appear
in the display.

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Playing Discs (Models without navigation system)

Without XM Radio With XM Radio

MP3/WMA INDICATOR MP3/WMA INDICATOR
DISC LOAD DISC LOAD
BUTTON CD BUTTON POWER/VOLUME KNOB BUTTON
POWER/VOLUME KNOB

DISC SLOT TITLE BUTTON DISC SLOT CD/AUX BUTTON

TITLE BUTTON
PRESET PRESET
BUTTONS BUTTONS

DISC DISC
EJECT EJECT
SCAN BUTTON SCAN BUTTON
BUTTON BUTTON

FOLDER BAR SKIP BAR CATEGORY BAR SKIP BAR

SELECTOR SELECTOR
KNOB KNOB
RETURN BUTTON MENU BUTTON RETURN BUTTON MENU BUTTON

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Playing Discs (Models without navigation system)

To Play a Disc This audio system can also play −Maximum layers
To load or play discs, the ignition CD-Rs and CD-RWs compressed in (including ROOT): 8 layers
switch must be in the ACCESSORY MP3 or WMA format. When playing
(I) or ON (II) position. a disc in MP3, you will see ‘‘MP3’’ in The specifications for compatible
the display. In WMA format, ‘‘WMA’’ WMA files are:
You operate the disc changer with will appear in the display. The disc, −Sampling frequency:
the same controls used for the radio. folder and track numbers are 32/44.1/48 kHz
To select the disc changer, press the displayed. You can select up to 255 −Bitrate:

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CD/AUX or CD button. You will see folders or tracks. 48/64/80/96/128/160/192 kbps
‘‘CD’’ in the display. The disc and Compatible with variable bitrate
track numbers, and the elapsed time Video CDs and DVDs do not work in and multi-session
are shown in the display. You can this unit. −Maximum layers
also select the displayed information (including ROOT): 8 layers
with the TITLE button (see page The specifications for compatible
153 ). The system will continuously MP3 files are:
play a disc until you change modes. −Sampling frequency:
32/44.1/48 kHz (MPEG1)
16/22.05/24 kHz (MPEG2)
−Bitrate:
Do not use discs with adhesive labels. 32/40/48/56/64/80/96/112/128/
The label can curl up and cause the 160/192/224/256/320 kbps
disc to jam in the unit. (MPEG1)
8/16/24/32/40/48/56/64/80/96/
112/128/160 kbps (MPEG2)
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NOTE: Loading Discs You cannot load and play 3-inch

If a file on a WMA disc is protected Your vehicle’s in-dash disc changer (8-cm) discs in this unit.
by digital rights management holds up to six discs.
(DRM), the audio unit displays 4. When the disc load indicator turns
UNSUPPORTED, and then skips to 1. Press the LOAD button until you green and ‘‘LOAD’’ appears in the
the next file. hear a beep and see ‘‘LOAD’’ in display again, insert the next disc
the display. To load only one disc, in the slot. Do not try to insert a
press and release the LOAD disc until ‘‘LOAD’’ appears. You
button. could damage the audio unit.

2. The disc number for an empty 5. Repeat this until all six positions
position begins blinking. are loaded. If you are not loading
all six positions, the system begins
3. Insert the disc into the disc slot playing the last disc loaded.
when the green disc load indicator
comes on. Insert it only about You can also load a disc into an
halfway; the drive will pull it in the empty position while a disc is playing
rest of the way. You will see by pressing the appropriate preset
‘‘BUSY’’ in the display while the button. The system stops playing the
disc load indicator turns red and current disc and starts the loading
blinks as the disc is loaded. sequence. It then plays the disc just
loaded.

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Text Data Display Function If the text data has more than 16 You will also see some text data
Each time you press the TITLE characters, you will see the first 16 under these conditions:
button, the display shows you the characters and the indicator in
text, if the disc was recorded with the display. Press and hold the When a new folder, file, or track is
text data. TITLE button until the next 16 selected.
characters are shown. You can see
You can see the album, artist, and up to 32 characters of the text data. When you change the audio mode
track name in the display. If a disc is to play a disc with text data or in

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recorded in MP3 or WMA, you can If you press and hold the TITLE MP3 or WMA.
see the folder and file name, and the button again, the display shows the
artist, album, and track tag. first 16 characters again. When you insert a disc, and the
system begins to play.
With the folder name, you will see If any letter is not available, it is
the FOLDER indicator in the display. replaced with ‘‘ . ’’ (dot) in the display. When playing a CD-DA with text
The TRACK indicator is shown with When the disc has no text data, you data, the album and track name are
the file or track name. will see ‘‘NO INFO’’ on the display. shown in the display. With a disc in
MP3 or WMA, the display shows the
When you press and release the folder and file name.
TITLE button while a disc without
text data is playing, you will see ‘‘NO When you turn on the audio system
INFO’’ on the display. next time, the system keeps your
selection with the TITLE button.
The display shows up to 16
characters of selected text data (the
folder name, file name, etc.).
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Playing Discs (Models without navigation system)

To Change or Select Tracks/Files Folder Selection

SKIP − Each time you press and
Use the SKIP bar while a disc is release the side of the SKIP bar,
playing to select passages and the player skips forward to the
change tracks (files in MP3 or WMA beginning of the next track (file in
mode). MP3 or WMA mode). Press and
release the side of the bar to
In MP3 or WMA mode, use the Press ENTER skip backward to the beginning of
FOLDER bar (CATEGORY bar on Track Selection the current track. Press it again to
models with XM Radio) to select skip to the beginning of the previous
folders in the disc and use either track.
side of the skip bar to change files.
To move rapidly within a track or file,
To select a different disc, use the press and hold either side ( or
appropriate preset buttons (1 In MP3 or WMA mode, you can also ) of the SKIP bar.
through 6). If you select an empty select a folder or track/file from the
position, the system will go into the list by using the selector knob. Push
loading sequence (see page 152 ). the selector knob (ENTER) to
switch the display to the list
displayed with three segments, then
turn the knob to select a folder.
Press the selector knob (ENTER) to
change the display to the track/file
list, then turn the same knob to
select a track/file. Press the selector
knob (ENTER) to set your selection.

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In MP3 or WMA mode To Select Repeat, Random or Scan Turn the selector knob to select an
FOLDER SELECTION − To Mode: appropriate repeat, random or scan
select a different folder, press either mode, then press the selector knob
side (▲ or ▼) of the FOLDER bar (ENTER) to set your selection.
(CATEGORY bar on models with MENU ITEMS
XM Radio) to move to the beginning
of the next folder. Press the ▲ side
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the ▼ side to skip to the beginning
of the previous folder.

PLAY MODE ITEMS

You can select any type of repeat,
random and scan modes by using the
MENU button and the selector knob. To cancel the selected repeat,
Push the MENU button to display random, or scan mode, press the
the menu items, then turn the MENU button to show ‘‘PLAY
selector knob to select ‘‘PLAY MODE,’’ then press the selector
MODE.’’ Press the selector knob knob (ENTER). When you see
(ENTER) to set the selection. ‘‘NORMAL PLAY,’’ press ENTER
again.

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REPEAT ONE TRK − To REPEAT DISC − This feature RANDOM IN DISC − This feature
continuously replay a track (file in continuously replays the current disc. plays the tracks within a disc (the
MP3 or WMA mode), select To activate disc repeat, select files in MP3 or WMA mode) in
REPEAT ONE TRK from the menu REPEAT DISC from the menu items. random order. To activate random
items. You will see REPEAT in the You will see D-REPEAT in the play, select RANDOM IN DISC from
display. Select normal play to turn it display. Select normal play to turn it the menu items. You will see
off. off. RANDOM in the display. Select
Pressing either side of the SKIP bar normal play to return to normal play.
also turns off the repeat feature. In MP3 or WMA mode
RANDOM IN FLD − This feature,
In MP3 or WMA mode when activated, plays the files within
REPEAT ONE FLD − This feature, the current folder in random order,
when activated, replays all the files rather than in the order they are
on the selected folder in the order compressed in MP3 or WMA. To
they are compressed in MP3 or activate folder random play, select
WMA. To activate folder repeat RANDOM IN FLD from the menu
mode, select REPEAT ONE FLD items. You will see F-RANDOM in
from the menu items. You will see the display. The system will then
F-REPEAT in the display. The select and play files randomly. This
system continuously replays the continues until you deactivate folder
current folder. Select normal play to random play by selecting normal play,
turn it off. Selecting a different or you select a different folder with
folder with the FOLDER bar the FOLDER bar (CATEGORY bar
(CATEGORY bar on models with on models with XM Radio).
XM Radio) also turns off the repeat
feature.

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SCAN TRK − The SCAN function In MP3 or WMA mode Pressing either side of the skip bar,
samples all the tracks on the disc in SCAN FLD − This function or selecting a different disc (using
the order they are recorded on the samples the first file in each folder in the preset buttons) or folder (using
disc (all files in the selected folder in the order they are stored. To the FOLDER or CATEGORY bar)
MP3 or WMA mode). To activate the activate the folder scan feature, turns off the SCAN or F-SCAN
scan feature, press and release the press and release the SCAN button feature.
SCAN button. You will see SCAN in repeatedly. You will see F-SCAN in
the display. You will get a 10 second the display. You will get a 10 second

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sampling of each track/file in the sampling of the first file in each
disc/folder. Press and hold the folder. Press and hold the SCAN
SCAN button to get out of scan button to get out of the folder scan
mode and play the last track sampled. mode and play the last file sampled.

You can also select the scan feature You can also select the folder scan
from the menu items with the feature from the menu items with
selector knob (see page 155 ). the selector knob (see page 155 ).

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SCAN DISC − This feature, when When the first track on the last disc, To Stop Playing a Disc
activated, samples the first track on or the first file in the last main folder Press the eject button ( ) to
each disc in order (the first file in in the last disc begins to play, the remove the disc. If you eject the disc,
the main folder on each disc in MP3 disc scan mode will be canceled. but do not remove it from the slot,
or WMA mode). To activate the disc Pressing either side of the skip bar the system will automatically reload
scan feature, press and release the or selecting a different folder with the disc after 10 seconds and begin
SCAN button repeatedly until the FOLDER or CATEGORY bar playing.
D-SCAN shows in the display. The also turns off the scan feature.
system will then play the first track/ You can also eject the disc when the
file in the first main folder on the Each time you press and release the ignition switch is off.
first disc for about 10 seconds. If you SCAN button, the mode changes
do nothing, the system will then play from scan, disc scan, then to normal To play the radio when a disc is
the following first track/file for 10 play. playing, press the AM, FM or XM (if
seconds each. When it plays a track/ equipped) button. Press the CD
file that you want to continue In MP3 or WMA mode (CD/AUX on models with XM
listening to, press and hold the Each time you press and release the Radio) button again to switch back to
SCAN button again. SCAN button, the mode changes the disc changer.
from file scan, folder scan, disc scan,
then to normal play. You can also press the MODE
button on the steering wheel to
You can also select the disc scan change modes.
feature from the menu items with
the selector knob (see page 155 ).

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Playing Discs (Models without navigation system)

If you turn the system off while a Removing Discs from the In-dash Protecting Discs
disc is playing, either with the Disc Changer For information on how to handle
power/volume knob or by turning To remove the disc currently in play, and protect compact discs, see page
off the ignition switch, the disc will press the eject button. When a disc is 193 .
stay in the drive. When you turn the removed from a slot, the system
system back on, the disc will begin automatically begins the load
playing where it left off. sequence so you can load another
disc in that position. If you do not

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remove the disc from the changer
within 10 seconds, the disc will
reload into the slot. Then the system
returns to the previous mode (AM,
FM, or XM Radio).

To remove a different disc from the

changer, first select it with the
appropriate preset button. When that
disc begins playing, press the eject
button. Continue pressing the eject
button to remove all the discs from
the changer.

You can also eject discs when the

ignition switch is off. The disc that
was last selected is ejected first.

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Disc Changer Error Messages (Models without navigation system)

The chart on the right explains the

error messages you may see in the Error Message Cause Solution
display while playing a disc.
HEAT ERROR High Temperature Will disappear when the temperature returns to
If you see an error message in the normal.
display while playing a disc, press UNSUPPORTED Track/File format not Current track will be skipped. The next
the eject button. After ejecting the supported supported track or file plays automatically.
disc, check it for damage or BAD DISC Press the EJECT button and pull out the disc(s).
deformation. If there is no damage, PLEASE CHECK Check the disc for serious damage, signs of
insert the disc again. OWNERS Mechanical Error deformation, excessive scratches, and/or dirt
For additional information on MANUAL PUSH (see page 194). Insert the disc again. If the code
damaged discs, see page 194 . EJECT does not disappear, or the disc(s) cannot be
BAD DISC removed, consult your dealer. Do not try to
The audio system will try to play the PLEASE CHECK Servo Error force the disc out of the player.
disc. If there is still a problem, the OWNERS
error message will reappear. Press MANUAL
the eject button, and pull out the disc.
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.

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Audio System (Models with navigation system)

Interface Dial Voice Control System

Most audio system functions can still ENTER The audio system can also be
be controlled by standard buttons, operated by voice control. See the
dials, and knobs, but some functions navigation system manual for
can only be accessed using the KNOB
complete details.
interface dial. The interface dial has
two parts, a knob and a selector.

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SELECTOR

The knob turns left and right. Use it

to make selections or adjustments to
a list or menu on the screen.

The selector can be pushed left,

right, up, down, and in. Use the
selector to scroll through lists, to
select menus, and to highlight menu
items. When you make a selection,
push the center of the selector
(ENTER) to go to that selection.

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Playing the FM/AM Radio (Models with navigation system)

NAVIGATION SCREEN

POWER/VOLUME KNOB

CENTER DISPLAY
FM/AM BUTTON
SOUND BUTTON

CATEGORY BAR SKIP BAR

TUNE BAR SCAN/A.SEL (SCAN/AUTO
SELECT) BAR

AUDIO BUTTON

INTERFACE DIAL
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To Play the FM/AM Radio the FM/AM button. You can also To Select a Station
change bands by pushing the You can use any of five methods to
interface selector up. Each time you find radio stations on the selected
STEREO ICON BAND push it up, the band will change to band: tune, skip (seek), scan, the
FM1, FM2, or AM. On the FM bands, preset buttons, and auto select.
STEREO will be shown on the On the FM band, you can also use
navigation screen and ST on the the features provided by the radio
center display, if the station is data system (RDS). For more

Features
broadcasting in stereo. Stereo information on the RDS, see page
reproduction on AM is not available. 166 .

On the AM band, AM noise

reduction turns on automatically.

The ignition switch must be in the

ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II)
position. Press the AUDIO button to
view the audio control display. Turn
the system on by pressing the
power/volume knob or the FM/AM
button. Adjust the volume by turning
the power/volume knob.

The band and frequency that the

radio was last tuned to are shown on
the display. To change bands, press CONTINUED

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SKIP (SEEK) − The skip (seek)

function searches up and down from SCAN ICON
the current frequency to find a
station with a strong signal. To
activate it, press either side ( or
) of the SKIP bar, then release
it. You can also activate the skip
function (SEEK is displayed on the
screen) by pushing the interface
selector to the right or left.
TUNE ICON

TUNE − Use the TUNE bar to tune

the radio to a desired frequency. SCAN − The SCAN function
Press the right side of the bar to samples all stations with strong
tune to a higher frequency, or the signals on the selected band. To
left side to tune to a lower frequency. activate it, press the SCAN side of
To tune with the interface dial, push the SCAN/A.SEL bar, then release it.
the selector down, and turn the knob
to TUNE icon. Then press ENTER To scan with the interface dial, push
on the selector, and turn the knob to the selector down, and then push it
the desired frequency. To exit the to the right. You will see SCAN
TUNE mode, press ENTER on the flashing on the screen.
selector, then push the selector up.

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When the system finds a strong 3. Press the preset button, and hold
signal, it will stop and play that it until you hear a beep. You can A.SEL INDICATOR
station for about 10 seconds. If you also store frequencies with the
do nothing, the system will then scan interface dial. Select the preset
for the next strong station and play it icon you want to store the
for 10 seconds. When it plays a frequency on, then press ENTER
station that you want to listen to, on the interface selector, and hold
press the scan side of the bar again, it for more than 2 seconds.

Features
or push the interface selector to the
right again. 4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store a
PRESET ICON
total of six stations on AM and
Preset − Each preset button or twelve stations on FM. A.SEL ICON
preset icon can store one frequency
on AM and two frequencies on FM. AUTO SELECT − If you are Push the interface selector down to
traveling and can no longer receive scroll down the screen, highlight
To store a preset memory location: your preset stations, you can use the A.SEL, then press ENTER on the
1. Select the desired band, AM or auto select feature to find stations in interface selector. You will see
FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store the local area. A.SEL on the screen, and the system
two sets of FM frequencies with goes into scan mode for several
the preset buttons (on-screen seconds.
icons).

2. Use the tune, skip (seek), scan, or

RDS function to tune the radio to a
desired station.
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To turn off auto select, press ENTER To turn off auto select, press the
on the interface selector. A. SEL side of the bar. This restores
the presets you originally set.
You can also press the A.SEL side of
the SCAN/A.SEL bar. You will see For information on FM/AM radio
A.SEL on the screen, and the system frequencies and reception, see page
goes into scan mode for several 196 .
seconds. The system stores the
frequencies of six AM and twelve Radio Data System (RDS)
FM stations in the preset buttons. On the FM band, you can select a
favorite station and display the PS ON MESSAGE
You will see ‘‘0’’ displayed if auto program service name provided by
select cannot find a strong station for the radio data system (RDS).
every preset button. To switch the PS name display
If you do not like the stations auto Program Service (PS) Name Display function on and off, press and
select has stored, you can store The program service name display release the TITLE button. With the
other frequencies on the preset function shows the name of the system on, you will see the ‘‘PS ON’’
buttons (icons) as previously station you are listening to. You can message on the center display. If the
described. turn this function on or off. station you are listening to is an RDS
station, the displayed frequency
switches to the station name.

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If the station you are listening to is Radio Data System (RDS) Category ROCK: Rock, classic rock and soft
not an RDS station, the audio screen rock music
and the center display continue to COUNTRY: Country music
show the frequency. SOFT: Adult hits and soft music
TOP 40: Top 40 hits
When you turn off this function by OLDIES: Nostalgia music and oldies
pressing the TITLE button, the R & B: Rhythm and blues, and soft
center display shows ‘‘PS OFF.’’ rhythm and blues

Features
RELIGION: Programs concerned
with religion
CLASSIC: Classical music
RDS SEARCH ICON JAZZ: Jazz
INFO: News, information, sports,
talk shows, foreign language,
With the FM band selected, you can personality, public, college, and
select the program type provided by weather
the RDS. Press the AUDIO button to TRAFFIC: Traffic information
display the radio information on the
screen. Push down the selector on
the interface dial, then turn the knob
to select RDS SEARCH icon. Press
ENTER to set your selection. The
principal RDS categories are shown
as follows:

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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 and release either side
( or ) of the SKIP bar. You
will also see the selected RDS
RDS CATEGORY category name blinking in the center
RDS CATEGORY display while searching it. When the
U.S. model is shown.
system finds a station, the selected
Turn the selector to select an RDS You can also select an RDS category RDS category name will be displayed
category. You can use the search or with the CATEGORY bar. Press again for about 5 seconds in the
scan function to find radio stations either side (▲ or ▼) of the center display.
on the selected RDS category by CATEGORY bar to display an RDS
pressing the selector to the right category in the center display. Select If the system does not find a station,
repeatedly. Press ENTER to set your a category by pressing either side of ‘‘NOTHING’’ will be blinking for
selection. If you do nothing while the the bar. about 5 seconds, then the system
RDS category is selected, the goes back to the last selected station.
selected category is canceled.

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SEEK/SCAN ICON
Turn the knob to the desired RDS RDS Program SCAN
category. The scan function samples all
stations with strong signals on the
While the RDS category is selected, selected RDS category. To activate it,
move the selector knob to the right press and release the SCAN side of
to select SEEK in the upper right the SCAN/A.SEL bar. You will see
corner of the screen. Then press SCAN in the center display. The
ENTER to activate the seek function. system will scan for a station with a

Features
strong signal in the selected RDS
category. You will also see the
RDS CATEGORY LIST selected RDS category name
SEEK is selected. blinking in the center display while
searching it. When the system finds
To activate RDS program search one, it will stop and play that station
with the interface dial, push the for about 10 seconds.
AUDIO button to display the FM
radio information on the screen.
Push the selector down, and turn the
knob to select the RDS SEARCH
icon. Press ENTER on the selector.
The screen shows you the RDS
category list.

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If you do nothing, the system will Turn the knob to the desired RDS
scan for the next strong station and SEEK/SCAN ICON category.
play it for 10 seconds. When it plays
a station that you want to listen to, While the RDS category is selected,
press the SCAN side of the SCAN/ move the selector knob to the right
A.SEL bar again. to select SCAN in the upper right
corner of the screen. Then press
If the system does not find a station, ENTER to activate the scan function.
‘‘NOTHING’’ will be blinking for
about 5 seconds, then the system You can use the RDS program
goes back to the last selected station. RDS CATEGORY LIST search or scan function even if the
SCAN is selected. PS name display function is off. In
this case, the display shows a
To activate RDS program scan with frequency in place of a PS name.
the interface dial, push the AUDIO
button to display the FM radio
information on the screen. Push the
selector down, and turn the knob to
select the RDS SEARCH icon. Press
ENTER on the selector. The screen
shows you the RDS category list.

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Radio Text Display

This function displays the radio text TEXT INDICATOR
information of the selected RDS
station.

If the selected RDS station has the The text is displayed

radio text information, you will see according to the
the text indicator on the screen. information from RDS.

Features
RADIO TEXT ICON

To activate radio text display, use The display shows up to 64

the interface dial. Push the selector characters on the selected RDS
down, and turn the knob to select station.
RADIO TEXT icon. Press ENTER on
the selector to enter the setting.

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Adjusting the Sound

BASS, TREBLE, FADER, and
BALANCE are each adjustable. You
can also adjust the strength of the
sound coming from the subwoofer
speaker. In addition, you can set the
speed-sensitive volume
compensation (SVC).

These adjustments can be made by

the SOUND button or the interface SOUND ICON
dial.

To adjust them, press the AUDIO You can also adjust the sound by
button, push the interface selector pushing the SOUND button
down, and turn the interface knob to repeatedly. Each mode is shown in
SOUND. Then press ENTER on the the center display as it changes.
selector. Turn the power/volume knob to
adjust the setting to your liking.
Select the mode you want to adjust When the level reaches the center,
by turning the interface dial. you will see ‘‘C’’ in the display.

The system will return to the audio

playing mode in the center display
about 10 seconds after you stop
adjusting a mode.

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BASS/TREBLE − To adjust bass SUBWOOFER − To adjust the Speed-sensitive Volume

and treble, select BASS or TREBLE, strength of the sound from the Compensation (SVC)
and press ENTER on the interface subwoofer speaker, select it and The SVC mode controls the volume
selector. The current setting is press ENTER on the interface based on vehicle speed. The faster
shown on the display. Turn the selector. Turn the interface knob to you go, the louder the audio volume
interface knob to the desired level, the desired level, and enter your becomes. As you slow down, the
and enter your selection by pressing selection by pressing ENTER on the audio volume decreases.
ENTER on the interface selector. interface selector.

Features
The SVC has four modes: SVC OFF,
FADER/BALANCE − These If the fader adjustment is set to F9 SVC LOW, SVC MID, and SVC
modes adjust the strength of the (maximum front level), the HIGH. The default setting is MID.
sound coming from each speaker. subwoofer is turned off. To change the SVC mode, select
Fader adjusts the front-to-back SVC, then press ENTER on the
strength, while balance adjusts the interface selector. The current
side-to-side strength. To adjust fader setting is shown on the screen. Turn
and balance, select FADER or the interface knob to the desired
BALANCE, then press ENTER on level, and enter your selection by
the interface selector. The current pressing ENTER on the interface
setting is shown on the screen. Turn selector. If you feel the sound is too
the interface knob to the desired loud, choose low. If you feel the
level, and enter your selection by sound is too quiet, choose high.
pressing ENTER on the interface
selector. To equalize the fader or
balance, turn the interface knob until
the marks on the sound grid come to
the center of the adjustment bar.

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Playing the XM Radio (Models with navigation system)

XM RADIO BUTTON
TITLE BUTTON POWER/VOLUME KNOB
PRESET BUTTONS
CATEGORY BAR SKIP BAR
SCAN/A.SEL (SCAN/AUTO
SELECT) BAR

TUNE BAR AUDIO BUTTON INTERFACE DIAL

U.S. model is shown.

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Your vehicle is capable of receiving Operating the XM Radio Push the AUDIO button to display
XM Radio anywhere in the United XM information on the screen. You
States and Canada, except Hawaii, can operate the XM Radio system
Alaska, and Puerto Rico. XM is a with the interface dial.
registered trademark of Sirius XM
Radio , Inc. and XM CANADA is a
registered business name of
Canadian Satellite Radio Inc.

Features
XM Radio receives signals from two
satellites to produce clear, high-
quality digital reception. It offers
many channels in several categories.
Along with a large selection of
different types of music, XM Radio To listen to XM Radio, turn the
also allows you to view channel and ignition switch to the ACCESSORY
category selections in the audio (I) or ON (II) position, and press the
display. button. The last channel you
listened to will show in the audio
screen and the center display. Adjust
the volume by turning the power/
volume knob.

CONTINUED

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MODE − To switch between the On the screen, you will see the CHANNEL LIST − Push down the
category mode and channel mode, selected CHANNEL (number), interface selector to select AUDIO
press and hold the TITLE button CATEGORY, NAME (artist name), MENU, then turn the interface knob
until the mode changes. The and TITLE (music title). to select CHANNEL LIST and press
CATEGORY or CHANNEL mode is ENTER on the selector. Turn the
displayed on the screen. To switch TUNE − Press either side of the interface knob to select a channel,
the mode with the interface dial, TUNE bar to change channel then press ENTER to set your
push down the interface selector to selections. Press the side of the selection.
select AUDIO MENU, then turn the bar for higher numbered channels
knob to select MODE, and press and the side for lower
ENTER on the selector repeatedly. numbered channels. You can also
change channels with the interface
In the category mode, such as Jazz, selector, push down the interface
Rock, Classical, etc., you can selector to select AUDIO MENU,
navigate through all of the channels then turn the interface knob to
within that category. In the channel choose TUNE and press ENTER on
mode, you can select all of the the selector. Turn the interface knob
available channels. to the appropriate direction. In the
category mode, you can only select
Each time you press and release the channels within that category.
TITLE button, the center display
changes in the following sequence:
NAME (artist name), TITLE (music
title), and CHANNEL NAME
(channel name).

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CATEGORY (▼ or ▲) − Press 2. Use the tune, skip (seek), or scan

either side of the bar to select function to tune to a desired
another category. You can also channel.
XM BAND
change a category by pushing the
interface selector left or right. In category mode, only channels
within that category can be
SCAN − The scan function gives selected. In channel mode, all
you a sampling of all channels while channels can be selected.

Features
in the channel mode. In the category
mode, only the channels within that 3. Pick the preset button you want
category are scanned. To activate for that channel. Press and hold
SCAN, press the SCAN side of the the preset button until you hear a
SCAN/A.SEL bar. To scan with the beep. You can also pick the
interface dial, scroll down, and push number with the interface dial.
interface selector to the right. You Preset − You can store up to 12 Select your desired number and
will see SCAN on the screen and preset channels using the six preset press and hold ENTER on the
center display. buttons. Each button stores one interface selector.
channel from the XM1 band and one
The system plays each channel in channel from the XM2 band. 4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to store the
numerical order for a few seconds, first six channels.
then selects the next channel. When To store a channel:
you hear a channel you want to 1. Press the button or scroll
continue listening to, push the up by pushing the interface
interface selector to the right again selector up. Either XM1 or XM2
or press the SCAN side of the bar to will be shown on the display.
cancel. CONTINUED

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5. Press the button or scroll XM Radio Display Messages buildings, and

up again. The other XM band will with an
be shown. Store the next six ‘‘LOADING’’ − XM is loading the unobstructed view
channels using steps 2 and 3. audio or program of the southern
information. horizon.
Once a channel is stored, press
and release the proper preset ‘‘OFF AIR’’ − The channel ‘‘ - - - - ’’ − The selected channel
button to tune to it. currently selected is number does not exist, or
no longer is not part of your
broadcasting. subscription, or this
channel has no artist or
‘‘UPDATING’’ − The encryption title information at this
code is being time.
updated. Wait
until the ‘‘NO INFO’’ − The selected
encryption code is channel has no artist
fully updated. or title information
Channels 0 and 1 at this time.
should still work
normally. ‘‘ANTENNA’’ − There is a problem
with the XM
‘‘NO SIGNAL’’ − The signal is antenna. Please
currently too consult your
weak. Move the dealer.
vehicle to an area
away from tall

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The XM satellites are in orbit over

Signal may be blocked by Signal weaker in
the equator; therefore, objects south
mountains or large obstacles to these areas. of the vehicle may cause satellite
the south. reception interruptions. To help
compensate for this, ground-based
repeaters are placed in major
metropolitan areas.
Satellite signals are more likely to be

Features
blocked by tall buildings and
mountains the farther north you
travel from the equator.

Depending on where you drive, you

may experience reception problems.
Interference can be caused by any of
these conditions:
SATELLITE
Driving on the north side of an
east/west mountain road.

Driving on the north side of a

large commercial truck on an
east/west road.
GROUND REPEATER Driving in tunnels.
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Driving on a road beside a vertical Receiving XM Radio Service After you’ve registered with XM
wall, steep cliff, or hill to the south If your XM Radio service has expired Radio, keep your audio system in the
of you. or you purchased your vehicle from XM Radio mode while you wait for
a previous owner, you can listen to a activation. This should take about 30
Driving on the lower level of a sampling of the broadcasts available minutes.
multi-tiered road. on XM Radio. With the ignition
switch in the ACCESSORY (I) or the While waiting for activation, make
Driving on a single lane road ON (II) position, press the sure your vehicle remains in an open
alongside dense trees taller than button. A variety of music area with good reception. Once your
50 ft. (15 m) to the south of you. types and styles will play. audio system is activated, CAT
(category) or CH (channel) will
There may be other geographic If you decide to purchase XM radio appear in the center display, and
situations that could affect XM Radio service, contact XM Radio at you’ll be able to listen to XM Radio
reception. www.xmradio.com, or at broadcasts. XM Radio will continue
1-800-852-9696. In Canada, contact to send an activation signal to your
As required by the FCC: XM CANADA at www.xmradio.ca, or vehicle for at least 12 hours from the
Changes or modifications not expressly at 1-877-209-0079. You will need to activation request. If the service has
approved by the party responsible for give them your radio I.D. number not been activated after 36 hours,
compliance could void the user’s and your credit card number. To get contact XM Radio. In Canada,
authority to operate the equipment. your radio I.D. number, press the contact XM CANADA .
side of the TUNE bar until ‘‘0’’
appears in the display. Your I.D. will
appear in the display.

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NAVIGATION SCREEN

Features
CENTER DISPLAY
POWER/VOLUME KNOB
TITLE BUTTON CD BUTTON
PRESET BUTTONS
SKIP BAR
SCAN/A.SEL (SCAN/AUTO
SELECT) BAR

DISC LOAD BUTTON DISC EJECT BUTTON

DISC SLOT

AUDIO BUTTON INTERFACE DIAL

U.S. model is shown.

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Your vehicle’s audio system has an The disc packages or jackets should NOTE:
in-dash disc changer with the same have one of these marks. If a file on a WMA disc is protected
controls used for the radio. To by digital rights management
operate the disc changer, the ignition (DRM), the audio unit displays
switch must be in the ACCESSORY UNSUPPORTED, and then skips to
(I) or the ON (II) position. the next file.

The disc changer can play these disc Video CDs and DVDs will not work
formats: in this unit.
CD (CD-DA)
MP3/WMA Some CD-DA and CD-ROM mixed
discs are not playable.

You cannot load and play 3-inch

(8-cm) discs in this system.

Do not use discs with adhesive labels.

The changer can also play MP3 or The label can curl up and cause the
WMA format (see page 188 ). disc to jam in the unit.

When playing a disc in MP3, you will

see ‘‘MP3’’ in the display. In WMA
format, ‘‘WMA’’ will appear in the
display.

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Loading Discs in the Changer 4. Repeat this until all six positions Do not try to insert a disc until
To load multiple discs in one are loaded. If you are not loading ‘‘LOAD’’ appears. You could damage
operation: all six positions, the system will the audio unit.
then begin playing the last disc
1. With the ignition in the loaded. You can select the position to load a
ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) disc. Turn the interface knob or
position, press and hold the LOAD If you stop loading discs before all press a preset button to select the
button until you hear a beep and six positions are filled, the system position, then press ENTER on the

Features
see ‘‘LOAD’’ in the center display, will wait for 10 seconds, stop the load selector. This starts the loading
then release the button. operation, and begin playing the last sequence. If you do not select the
disc loaded. position, the system loads the disc to
2. Insert a disc into the slot. Insert it the first empty position in numerical
only about halfway; the drive will To load a single disc: order.
pull it in the rest of the way. You 1. Press and release the LOAD
will see ‘‘BUSY’’ in the center button. If you press the LOAD button while
display. When you insert the first a disc is playing, the system will stop
disc, the changer will start to play 2. ‘‘NO DISC’’ is shown on the screen playing that disc and start the
the disc. for an empty position in the loading sequence. It will then play
changer. When the green load the disc just loaded.
3. When ‘‘LOAD’’ appears in the indicator comes on and you see
center display again, insert the ‘‘LOAD’’ in the center display,
next disc into the slot. insert the disc into the slot. Insert
Do not try to insert a disc until it only about halfway; the drive will
‘‘LOAD’’ appears. You could pull it in the rest of the way.
damage the audio unit.

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To Play a Disc The player can play CD-TEXT, MP3, To Change Tracks
and WMA formats. Each time you press and release the
side of the skip bar or push the
When you play CD-TEXT, you will interface selector to the right, the
see the track name, artist name, and player skips forward to the
album name on the screen. When beginning of the next track. Press
you play MP3/WMA discs, you will and release the side of the skip
see the track name and folder name bar or push the interface selector to
on the screen. If the disc was not the left to skip backward to the
recorded with this information, it will beginning of the current track. Press
not be displayed. the side or push the interface
selector to the left again to skip to
CURRENT DISC the previous track. To move rapidly
within a track, press and hold either
Select the changer by pressing the side of the skip bar.
CD button. The system will begin
playing the last selected disc in the
disc changer. You will see the
current disc position highlighted.

To select a different disc, press the

corresponding number on the preset
buttons, or turn the interface knob to
highlight the desired disc number,
then press ENTER on the interface
selector.

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Playing Discs (Models with navigation system)

To Choose a Track To exit the track list display, press Disc Scan
the AUDIO button, or push the When you press the SCAN side of
interface selector to the left. the SCAN/A. SEL bar repeatedly
TRACK LIST
until you see D-SCAN in the center
Track Scan display, or push the interface
When you press the SCAN side of selector to the right, the first track of
the SCAN/A. SEL bar or scroll down the current disc plays for about 10
and push the interface selector to seconds. You will see SCAN next to

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the left, the next track of the current DISC on the screen. The disc
track plays for about 10 seconds. number is blinking and SCAN is also
You will see SCAN next to TRACK shown in the center display. To listen
on the screen and center display. To to the rest of the disc, press and hold
listen to the rest of the track, press the SCAN side of the bar until you
and hold the SCAN side of the bar hear a beep, or push the interface
You can also choose a track directly until you hear a beep or push the selector to the right again within 10
from a track list. Press ENTER on interface selector to the left again seconds.
the interface selector, and the track within 10 seconds.
list screen will be shown. If there are If you don’t, the system advances to
no track names, track numbers are If you don’t, the system advances to the next disc, plays about 10 seconds
displayed. You will see the current the next track, plays about 10 of its first track, and continues
track is highlighted. Turn the seconds of it, and continues through through the rest of the discs the
interface knob to select the desired the rest of the tracks the same way. same way. When the system reaches
track, then press ENTER on the the last disc, DISC SCAN is canceled,
interface selector. and that disc continues to play.

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Playing Discs (Models with navigation system)

To Select Repeat or Random Track Repeat

Mode: To replay the current track
continuously, select TRACK
REPEAT, and press ENTER on the
interface selector. As a reminder,
you will see REPEAT next to
TRACK on the screen. To turn this
feature off, highlight TRACK
REPEAT (if not already highlighted),
and press ENTER on the interface
selector again.

Push down the selector. AUDIO MENU SCREEN

You can select any type of repeat and Turn the interface knob to select a
random modes by using the desired repeat or random mode, then
interface dial. press ENTER to set your selection.
Push the AUDIO button to display
the audio information on the screen, To cancel the selected repeat or
then scroll down by pushing down random mode, have the selected
the selector to select the audio menu. mode highlighted, then press
ENTER on the interface selector.

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Disc Repeat Random Play To Stop Playing a Disc

To replay the current disc To play the tracks on the current To take the system out of disc mode,
continuously, select DISC REPEAT, disc in random order, select TRACK press the FM/AM button, the
and press ENTER on the interface RANDOM, and press ENTER on the button, or the AUX button (if
selector. As a reminder, you will see interface selector. As a reminder, an appropriate unit is connected). To
REPEAT next to DISC on the screen. you will see RANDOM next to return to disc mode, press the CD
To turn this feature off, highlight TRACK on the screen. To turn this button.
DISC REPEAT (if not already feature off, highlight TRACK

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highlighted), and press ENTER on RANDOM (if not already You can also press the MODE
the interface selector again. highlighted), and press ENTER on button on the steering wheel to
the interface selector again. change modes.

If you turn the system off while a

disc is playing, either with the
power/volume knob or the ignition
switch, play will continue at the same
point when you turn it back on.

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Playing Discs (Models with navigation system)

Playing an MP3/WMA Disc The specifications for compatible Changing the Folders
The changer plays MP3/WMA files WMA files are: While playing an MP3/WMA disc,
in recorded order. Each disc can −Sampling frequency: you can select a folder within the
hold up to 400 playable files within 8 22.05/32/44.1/48 kHz disc by pressing either side of the
folder layers. When playing MP3 −Bitrate: category bar. Each time you press
discs, a disc can support a maximum 32/40/48/64/80/96/128/160/192 either side of the bar, the folder title
number of 100 folders, and each kbps and its first file’s information appear
folder can hold 255 playable files. Compatible with variable bitrate in the center display in recorded
and multi-session order.
The specifications for compatible −Maximum layers
MP3 files are: (including ROOT): 8 layers
−Sampling frequency:
32/44.1/48 kHz (MPEG1) To play an MP3/WMA disc, use the
16/22.05/24 kHz (MPEG2) disc controls previously described,
−Bitrate: along with the following information.
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 bitrate
and multi-session
−Maximum layers
(including ROOT): 8 layers

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Playing Discs (Models with navigation system)

Changing and Selecting the Folders/

Files

CURRENT TRACK

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MP3/WMA INDICATOR CURRENT FOLDER

Using the interface selector, you can Push ENTER on the selector to You can see the list of all the files in
see the list of all the files and folders show the folder list. Turn the the selected folder. Turn the selector
within a disc. While playing a MP3/ selector knob, highlight the folder knob, then press ENTER to set your
WMA disc, press the AUDIO button. you want to see the information selection.
The currently playing folder and file within, and press ENTER.
information comes on the screen. If the root folder has some additional
folders in the lower layer, they will
be listed on the screen.

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Playing Discs (Models with navigation system)

Folder Scan Folder Repeat Folder Random

This feature, when activated, This feature, when activated, replays This feature, when activated, plays
samples the first file in each folder all files in the selected folder. To all files in the current folder in
for 10 seconds. To scan a folder, activate folder repeat mode, select random order. To activate folder
press the SCAN side of the SCAN/ FOLDER REPEAT by interface random play, select FOLDER
A. SEL bar repeatedly. You will see knob, and press ENTER on the RANDOM by using the interface
SCAN next to FOLDER and the interface selector. You will see knob, and press ENTER on the
folder number blinking. REPEAT next to FOLDER on the interface selector. You will see
screen. To turn this feature off, RANDOM next to FOLDER on the
To listen to the rest of the folder, highlight FOLDER REPEAT (if not screen. To turn this feature off,
press and hold the SCAN side of the already highlighted), and press highlight FOLDER RANDOM (if not
bar until you hear a beep. If you do ENTER on the interface selector already highlighted), and press
nothing, the system advances to the again. ENTER on the interface selector
next folder, plays 10 seconds of it, again.
and continues with the remaining To select any type of the repeat
folders in the same way. When the modes, use the interface dial. For To select any type of the random
system has finished sampling the more information, see page 186 . modes, use the interface dial. For
first file in all folders, folder scan is more information, see page 186 .
canceled, and the last file played
continues to play.

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Playing Discs (Models with navigation system)

Removing Discs from the To remove a different disc from the You can also eject discs when the
Changer changer, first select it by pressing ignition switch is off:
To remove the disc that is currently the corresponding number on the To eject one disc, press and release
playing, press the eject button. You preset button or turning the the eject button.
will see ‘‘EJECT’’ in the center interface knob, and pressing ENTER To eject all discs, press and hold the
display. When you remove the disc on the interface selector. When that eject button until the first disc begins
from the slot, the system disc begins playing, press the eject to eject.
automatically enters the previous button.

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mode AM, FM1, FM2, or XM Radio.
The system also begins the load When you press the eject button
sequence so you can load another while listening to the radio, or with
disc. If you do not load another disc, the audio system turned off, the disc
the load sequence is canceled, and that was last selected is ejected.
the system continues playing in the After that disc is ejected, pressing
previous mode. the eject button again will eject the
next disc in numerical order. By
If you do not remove the disc from doing this six times, you can remove
the slot, the system will reload the all the discs from the changer.
disc after 10 seconds. To begin
playing the disc, press the CD button.

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Disc Changer Error Messages (Models with navigation system)

The chart on the right explains the

error messages you may see in the Error Message Cause Solution
center display while playing a disc.
HEAT ERROR High Temperature Will disappear when the temperature returns to
If you see an error message in the normal.
center display while playing a disc, UNSUPPORTED Track/File format not Current track will be skipped. The next
press the eject button. After ejecting supported supported track or file plays automatically.
the disc, check it for damage or BAD DISC Press the EJECT button and pull out the disc(s).
deformation. If there is no damage, PLEASE CHECK Check the disc for serious damage, signs of
insert the disc again. OWNERS Mechanical Error deformation, excessive scratches, and/or dirt
For additional information on MANUAL PUSH (see page 194). Insert the disc again. If the code
damaged discs, see page 194 . EJECT does not disappear, or the disc(s) cannot be
BAD DISC removed, consult your dealer. Do not try to
The audio system will try to play the PLEASE CHECK Servo Error force the disc out of the player.
disc. If there is still a problem, the OWNERS
error message will reappear. Press MANUAL
the eject button, and pull out the disc.
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.

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Protecting Your Discs

General Information Protecting Discs

When using CD-R or CD-RW discs, When a disc is not being played,
use only high quality discs labeled store it in its case to protect it from
for audio use. dust and other contamination. To
prevent warpage, keep discs out of
When recording a CD-R or direct sunlight and extreme heat.
CD-RW, the recording must be
closed for it to be used by the disc To clean a disc, use a clean soft cloth.

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changer. Wipe across the disc from the center
to the outside edge.
Play only standard, round, 5-inch
(12 cm) discs. Smaller or odd- A new disc may be rough on the
shaped discs may jam in the drive inner and outer edges. The small
or cause other problems. plastic pieces causing this roughness Handle a disc by its edges; never
can flake off and fall on the touch either surface. Do not place
Handle your discs properly to recording surface of the disc, stabilizer rings or labels on the disc.
prevent damage and skipping. causing skipping or other problems. These, along with contamination
Remove these pieces by rubbing the from finger prints, liquids, and felt-
inner and outer edges with the side tip pens, can cause the disc to not
of a pencil or pen. play properly, or possibly jam in the
Do not use discs with adhesive labels. drive.
The label can curl up and cause the Never try to insert foreign objects in
disc to jam in the unit. the disc changer.

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Protecting Your Discs

Additional Information on 1. Bubbled, wrinkled, labeled, and excessively thick discs

Recommended Discs
The in-dash disc player/changer 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 Bubbled/ With Label/ Using Printer Sealed With Plastic
to the right: Wrinkled Sticker Label Kit Ring

2. Damaged discs 3. Poor quality discs

Chipped/ Warped Burrs

Cracked

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4. Small, irregular shaped discs 5. Discs with scratches, dirty discs Recommended discs are printed
with the following logo.

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3-inch (8-cm) CD Triangle Shape Audio unit may not play the
Fingerprints, scratches, etc. following formats.

CD-R or CD-RW may not play due

to the recording conditions.

Scratches and fingerprints on the

discs may cause the sound to skip.

This audio unit cannot play a Dual-

disc .
Can Shape Arrow Shape

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FM/AM Radio Reception

FM/AM Radio Frequencies Radio Reception

The radio can receive the complete How well the radio receives stations
AM and FM bands. is dependent on many factors, such
Those bands cover these frequen- as the distance from the station’s
cies: transmitter, nearby large objects,
and atmospheric conditions.
AM band: 530 to 1,710 kHz
FM band: 87.7 to 107.9 MHz A radio station’s signal gets weaker
as you get farther away from its
Radio stations on the AM band are transmitter. If you are listening to an
assigned frequencies at least 10 kHz AM station, you will notice the sound
apart (530, 540, 550). Stations on the volume becoming weaker, and the
FM band are assigned frequencies at station drifting in and out. If you are
least 0.2 MHz apart (87.9, 88.1, 88.3). listening to an FM station, you will Driving very near the transmitter of
see the stereo indicator flickering off a station that is broadcasting on a
Stations must use these exact and on as the signal weakens. frequency close to the frequency of
frequencies. It is fairly common for Eventually, the stereo indicator will the station you are listening to can
stations to round-off the frequency in go off and the sound will fade also affect your radio’s reception.
their advertising, so your radio could completely as you get out of range of You may temporarily hear both
display a frequency of 100.9 even the station’s signal. stations, or hear only the station you
though the announcer may identify are close to.
the station as ‘‘FM101.’’

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FM/AM Radio Reception

As required by the FCC:

Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.

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Radio signals, especially on the FM Radio reception can be affected by
band, are deflected by large objects atmospheric conditions such as
such as buildings and hills. Your thunderstorms, high humidity, and
radio then receives both the direct even sunspots. You may be able to
signal from the station’s transmitter, receive a distant radio station one
and the deflected signal. This causes day and not receive it the next day
the sound to distort or flutter. This is because of a change in conditions.
a main cause of poor radio reception
in city driving. Electrical interference from passing
vehicles and stationary sources can
cause temporary reception problems.

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Remote Audio Controls

MODE BUTTON The VOL button adjusts the volume If you are playing a disc, the system
up (▲) or down (▼). Press the top skips to the beginning of the next
or bottom of the button, hold it until track (file in MP3 or WMA format)
the desired volume is reached, then each time you press the top (＋) of
release it. the CH button. Press the bottom
(−) to return to the beginning of the
The MODE button changes the current track/file. Press it twice to
mode. Pressing the button return to the previous track/file.
repeatedly selects FM1, FM2, AM,
or disc (if a disc(s) is loaded). On You will see the track/file number
models with XM Radio, you can also and the elapsed time. If the disc has
VOL BUTTON CH BUTTON select XM1 and XM2. text data or is compressed in MP3 or
WMA, you can also see any other
Three controls for the audio system If you are listening to the radio, use information (track title, file name,
are mounted in the steering wheel the CH button to change stations. folder name, etc.).
hub. These let you control basic Each time you press the top (＋) of
functions without removing your the button, the system goes to the
hand from the wheel. next preset station on the band you
are listening to. Press the bottom
(−) to go back to the previous
preset station. If you press and hold
the CH button (＋) or (−), the
system goes into the skip (seek)
mode. It stops when it finds a station
with a strong signal.

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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 in the
next folder. Press the bottom (−) to
skip backward to the previous folder.

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If you are playing a conventional CD
(without the text data and not
compressed in MP3 or WMA), you
can use the skip function to select
discs. Press and hold the top (＋) of
the CH button until you hear a beep,
to skip forward to the next disc. The auxiliary input jack is inside the
Press and hold the bottom (−) to console compartment. The system
skip backward to the previous disc. will accept auxiliary input from
standard audio accessories using a
1/8 inch (3.5 mm) stereo miniplug.

When a compatible audio unit is

connected to the jack, press the AUX
or CD/AUX button to select it.

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Radio Theft Protection

Your vehicle’s audio system may If your vehicle’s battery is discon- The system will retain your AM and
disable itself if it is disconnected nected or goes dead, the audio FM presets even if power is
from electrical power for any reason. system will disable itself. If this disconnected.
To make it work again, you must happens, you will see
enter a specific five-digit code with ‘‘ENTER CODE’’ in the frequency
the preset buttons. Because there display (on the screen on models
are hundreds of number with navigation system) the next
combinations possible from the five time you turn on the system. Use the
digits, making the system work preset buttons to enter the five-digit
without knowing the exact code is code. The code is on the radio code
nearly impossible. card included in your owner’s
manual kit. When it is entered
You should have received a radio correctly, the radio will start playing.
code card that lists your audio
system’s code and serial numbers. It If you make a mistake entering the
is best to store this card in a safe code, do not start over; complete the
place at home. In addition, you five-digit sequence, then enter the
should write the audio system’s correct code. You have ten tries to
serial number in this owner’s manual. enter the correct code. If you are
unsuccessful in ten attempts, you
If you lose the card, you must obtain must then leave the system on for 1
the code number from your dealer. hour before trying again.
To do this, you will need the audio
system’s serial number.

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Setting the Clock

On models without navigation system On models without navigation system

To set the time, press the CLOCK
button until you hear a beep. The
displayed time begins to blink.

Change the hours by pressing the H

(hour) button until the numbers
advance to the desired time. Change RESET BUTTON

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the minutes by pressing the M (PRESET 6)
(minute) button until the numbers CLOCK BUTTON
advance to the desired time.

Press the CLOCK button again to

enter the set time.
HOUR BUTTON MINUTE BUTTON
You can quickly set the time to the U.S. EX-L is shown. (PRESET 4) (PRESET 5)
nearest hour. If the displayed time is
before the half hour, press and hold For example: On models with navigation system
the CLOCK button, then press the R 1:06 would RESET to 1:00. The navigation system receives
(reset) button to set the time back to 1:52 would RESET to 2:00. signals from the global positioning
the previous hour. If the displayed system (GPS), and the displayed
time is after the half hour, the same time is updated automatically by the
procedure sets the time forward to GPS. Refer to the navigation system
the beginning of the next hour. manual for how to adjust the time.

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Setting the Clock

On models without navigation system

Adjusting the Clock with MENU
Button
You can also adjust the clock and
switch the clock display between 24-
hours and 12-hours in the menu
mode.

To adjust the clock setting:

1. Press and release the MENU

button. The display shows you the
menu items.
2. Turn the selector knob to select 4. Turn the selector knob to select
You can adjust the clock setting ‘‘CLOCK ADJUST.’’ the item which you want to adjust.
with the ignition switch in the Turning the selector knob will
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) 3. Press the selector knob (ENTER) change the selected item between
position. to enter your selection. The the clock display setting, hours,
display changes to the clock minutes, and SET. The selected
adjusting display. item is indicated with △ in the
display.

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Setting the Clock

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MINUTE SETTING

5. Turn the selector knob to change 8. Turn the selector knob to count 10.To enter the clock setting, turn
the setting between 12H and 24H. the numbers up or down. the selector knob to select ‘‘SET,’’
then press the knob. The display
6. Press the selector knob (ENTER) 9. Press the selector knob (ENTER) will return to the menu item
to enter your selection. The to enter your selection. The display.
display will return to the clock display will return to the clock
adjusting display. adjusting display. 11.Press either the RETURN or
MENU button to go back to the
7. To set the time, turn the selector While setting the clock, pressing normal display.
knob and select the hours or the the RETURN button will go back
minutes, then press the knob to to the previous display.
enter your selection. The display Pressing the MENU button again
changes to the setting display. will cancel this setting mode.

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Security System

The security system helps to protect SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR With the system set, you can still
your vehicle and valuables from theft. open the trunk with the remote
The horn sounds and a combination transmitter without triggering the
of headlights, parking lights, side alarm. The alarm will sound if the
marker lights and taillights flashes if trunk lock is forced, or the trunk is
someone attempts to break into your opened with the trunk release lever
vehicle or remove the audio unit. or the emergency trunk opener.
This alarm continues for two
minutes, then the system resets. To The security system will not set if
reset an activated system before the the hood, trunk, or either door is not
two minutes have elapsed, unlock fully closed. If the system will not set,
the driver’s door with the key or the turn the ignition switch to the ON
remote transmitter. (II) position, and check the
Once the security system is set, indicators on the instrument panel.
The security system automatically opening either door without using Close either door or the trunk
sets 15 seconds after you lock the the key or the remote transmitter, indicated on the display. Check the
doors, hood, and trunk. For the the hood, or the trunk will cause the hood visually since it is not part of
system to activate, you must lock the alarm to activate. It will also activate the display, and shut it if necessary.
doors from the outside with the key, if the audio unit is removed from the
driver’s lock tab, door lock master dashboard or the wiring is cut.
switch, or remote transmitter. The
security system indicator on the
instrument panel starts blinking
immediately to show you the system
is setting itself.

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Security System

NOTE: Use the remote transmitter

to quickly check that the hood, the
trunk, and both doors are closed.
Push the lock button twice within 5
seconds. There should be an audible
confirmation beep.

Do not attempt to alter this system

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Compass

EX-L and all V6 without navigation Compass Calibration

system
Compass Operation
Compass operation can be affected
by driving near power lines or
stations, across bridges, through
tunnels, over railroad crossings, past
large vehicles, or driving near large
objects that can cause a magnetic
disturbance. It can also be affected
by accessories such as antennas and
roof racks that are mounted by COMPASS
COMPASS SETTING MENU ITEMS
magnets. U.S. model is shown.

When you turn the ignition switch to The compass may need to be NOTE: Do this procedure in an open
the ON (II) position, the compass is manually calibrated after exposure to area, away from buildings, power
self-calibrating, then the compass a strong magnetic field. If the lines, and other vehicles.
display is shown in the display. compass seems to be continually
showing the wrong direction and is 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON
not self-calibrating, or the compass (II) position.
display is blinking with the CAL
indicator on, do the following. 2. Press and hold the MENU button
for about 5 seconds until you hear
a beep. The display shows you the
compass setting menu items.

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Compass

5. Press the selector knob (ENTER).

The compass display is blinking
and the CAL indicator is shown.

6. Drive the vehicle slowly in two

complete circles.

When the calibration is successfully

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completed, the CAL indicator goes
off and the compass display will stop
blinking and show an actual heading.

The audio system is not related to

the compass system. Even if the
3. Turn the selector knob to select 4. Press the selector knob (ENTER) compass system is calibrating, the
‘‘CALIBRATION.’’ to enter your selection. The display returns to the normal display
display shows you ‘‘PUSH CAL which you last selected.
START.’’

While setting the compass,

pressing the RETURN button will
go back to the previous display.
Pressing the MENU button will
cancel the compass setting mode.

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Compass

Compass Zone Selection

In most areas, there is a variation
between magnetic north and true
north. Zone selection is required so
the compass can compensate for this
variation. To check and select the
zone, do this:

1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON

(II) position.
ZONE NUMBER
2. Press and hold the MENU button
for about 5 seconds until you hear
a beep. The display shows you the 4. Find the zone for your area on the 5. Once the correct zone is displayed,
compass setting menu items. map (see page 209 ). If the correct press the selector knob. The
zone is not shown, turn the display then returns to normal.
3. Turn the selector knob to select selector knob to cycle the zone
‘‘ZONE.’’ Press the selector knob lists up or down.
(ENTER) to enter your selection.
The display shows you the If necessary, press the RETURN
currently selected zone number. button to return to the previous
display. Pressing the MENU
button will cancel the compass
setting mode.

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Compass

The audio system is not related to Zone Map

the compass system. Even if the
compass system is in the zone
setting mode, the display returns to
the normal display which you last
selected.

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Cruise Control

Cruise control allows you to maintain Using Cruise Control 3. Press and release the SET/
a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) DECEL button on the steering
without keeping your foot on the CRUISE BUTTON RES/ACCEL wheel. The CRUISE CONTROL
BUTTON
accelerator pedal. It should be used indicator on the instrument panel
for cruising on straight, open comes on to show the system is
highways. It is not recommended for now activated.
city driving, winding roads, slippery
roads, heavy rain, or bad weather.

Improper use of the cruise SET/DECEL

control can lead to a crash. CANCEL BUTTON BUTTON

Use the cruise control only 1. Push the CRUISE button on the
when traveling on open steering wheel. The CRUISE
highways in good weather. MAIN indicator on the instrument
panel comes on.

The cruise control system can be

left on, even when it is not in use.

2. Accelerate to the desired cruising

speed above 25 mph (40 km/h).

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Cruise Control

Cruise control may not hold the set Changing the Set Speed You can decrease the set cruising
speed when you are going up and You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways:
down hills. If your vehicle speed speed in any of these ways:
increases going down a hill, use the NOTE: If you need to decrease your
brakes to slow down. This will cancel Press and hold the RES/ACCEL speed quickly, use the brakes as you
the cruise control. To resume the set button. When you reach the normally would.
speed, press the RES/ACCEL button. desired cruising speed, release the
The CRUISE CONTROL indicator button. Press and hold the SET/DECEL

Features
on the instrument panel will come button. Release the button when
back on. Push on the accelerator pedal. you reach the desired speed.
Accelerate to the desired cruising
speed, then press the SET/ To slow down in very small
DECEL button. amounts, tap the SET/DECEL
button repeatedly. Each time you
To increase the speed in very do this, your vehicle will slow
small amounts, tap the RES/ down about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
ACCEL button. Each time you do
this, your vehicle will speed up Tap the brake or clutch pedal
about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). lightly with your foot. The
CRUISE CONTROL indicator on
the instrument panel will go out.
When the vehicle slows to the
desired speed, press the SET/
DECEL button.

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Cruise Control

Even with the cruise control turned Canceling Cruise Control Resuming the Set Speed
on, you can still use the accelerator You can cancel cruise control in any When you push the CANCEL button,
pedal to speed up for passing. After of these ways: or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the
completing the pass, take your foot system will remember the previously
off the accelerator pedal. The vehicle Tap the brake or clutch pedal. set cruising speed. To return to that
will return to the set cruising speed. speed, accelerate to above 25 mph
Push the CANCEL button on the (40 km/h), and then press and
Resting your foot on the brake or steering wheel. release the RES/ACCEL button. The
clutch pedal causes the cruise CRUISE CONTROL indicator comes
control to cancel. Push the CRUISE button on the on. The vehicle will accelerate to the
steering wheel. same cruising speed as before.

Pressing the CRUISE button turns

the system completely off and erases
the previous cruising speed.

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HomeLink Universal Transceiver

All V6 models General Information Units manufactured between April 1,

The HomeLink universal Before programming your 1982 and January 1, 1993 may be
transceiver built into your vehicle HomeLink to operate a garage door equipped with safety stop and
can be programmed to operate up to opener, confirm that the opener has reverse features. If your unit does
three remotely controlled devices an external entrapment protection not have an external entrapment
around your home, such as garage system, such as an ‘‘electronic eye,’’ protection system, an easy test to
doors, lighting, or home security or other safety and reverse stop confirm the function and
systems. features. performance of the safety stop and

Features
reverse feature is to lay a 2 × 4
If your garage door was under the closing door. The door
manufactured before April 1, 1982, should stop and reverse upon
you may not be able to program contacting the piece of wood.
HomeLink to operate it. These units
do not have safety features that As an additional safety feature,
cause the motor to stop and reverse garage door openers manufactured
it if an obstacle is detected during after January 1, 1993 are required to
closing, increasing the risk of injury. have external entrapment protection
Do not use HomeLink with any systems, such as an electronic eye,
garage door opener that lacks safety which detect an object obstructing
stop and reverse features. the door.

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HomeLink Universal Transceiver

Important Safety Precautions Training HomeLink

Refer to the safety information that Before you begin − If you just
came with your garage door opener received your vehicle and have not
to test that the safety features are trained any of the buttons in
functioning properly. If you do not HomeLink before, you should erase
have this information, contact the any previously learned codes before
manufacturer of the equipment. training the first button. To do this,
Before programming HomeLink to a press and hold the two outside
garage door or gate opener, make buttons on the HomeLink
sure that people and objects are out transceiver for about 10−20 seconds,
of the way of the device to prevent until the red indicator flashes.
potential injury or damage. Release the buttons, then proceed to
When programming a garage door step 1.
opener, park just outside the garage.

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HomeLink Universal Transceiver

If you are training the second or third buttons, go directly to step 1.

Features
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HomeLink Universal Transceiver

HomeLink is a registered As required by the FCC:

trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc. 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 modifications 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: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

If equipped Using HFL

Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (HFL) HFL Buttons
allows you to place and receive
phone calls using voice commands, HFL TALK BUTTON HFL TALK BUTTON
without handling your cell phone.

To use HFL, you need a Bluetooth-

compatible cell phone. For a list of

Features
compatible phones, pairing NAVI
procedures, and special feature VOICE
capabilities: CONTROL
BUTTONS
In the U.S., visit handsfreelink.honda. HFL BACK BUTTON HFL BACK BUTTON
com or call (888) 528-7876. On models with navigation system On models without navigation system

In Canada, visit www.honda.ca, or call HFL Talk button − Press and

(888) 9-HONDA-9. release to give a command or answer
a call.

HFL Back button − Press and

release to end a call, go back to the
previous command, or cancel the
command.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

Voice Control Tips Press and release the HFL Talk Many commands can be spoken
button each time you want to together. For example, you can
make a command. After the beep, say ‘‘Call 123-456-7890’’ or ‘‘Dial
speak in a clear, natural tone. Peter.’’

Try to reduce all background When HFL is in use, navigation

noise. If the microphone picks up voice commands cannot be
voices other than yours, recognized.
commands may be misinterpreted.
To change the volume level of
HFL, use the audio system volume
knob or the steering wheel volume
MICROPHONE controls.

Air or wind noise from the

dashboard and side vents,
windows and moonroof may
interfere with the microphone.
Adjust or close them as necessary.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

Help Features Information Display

To hear general HFL information,
including help on pairing a phone BLUETOOTH INDICATOR
or setting up the system, say
‘‘Tutorial.’’

For help at any time, including a

list of available commands, say

Features
‘‘Hands free help.’’

PHONE NUMBER BLUETOOTH INDICATOR

U.S. model with navigation system is
On models without navigation system shown.

You will see ‘‘HANDSFREELINK’’ On models with navigation system

and the ‘‘ ’’ indicator on the A notification that there is an
audio display when you operate HFL. incoming call, or HFL is in use, will
appear on the navigation screen
when the audio system is on.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

How to Use HFL

The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.

‘‘Pair’’ Pair a phone to the system (See page 223)

‘‘Edit’’ Edit the name of a paired phone (See page 224)

‘‘Phone Setup’’ ‘‘Delete’’ Delete a paired phone from the system (See page 224)

‘‘List’’ Hear a list of all phones paired to the system (See page 224)
Press HFL Hear which paired phone is currently linked to the system
‘‘Status’’ (See page 225)
Talk button
‘‘Next Phone’’ Search for another previously paired phone to link to (See page 225)

‘‘Set Pairing Set the pairing code to a ‘‘Fixed’’ or ‘‘Random’’ number

Code’’ (See page 225)

‘‘Call’’ or ‘‘Dial’’ ‘‘123-555-＃＃＃＃’’ Enter desired phone number (See page 226)
Once a phonebook entry is stored, you can say a name here.
‘‘Jim Smith’’ (See page 226)

Press and release the HFL Talk button each time you give a command.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

‘‘Redial’’ Redial the last number called (See page 227)

‘‘Transfer’’ Transfer a call from HFL to your phone, or from your phone to HFL (See page 229)

Features
‘‘Mute’’ Mute your voice to the person at the other end of the call (See page 230)

‘‘Send’’ Send numbers or names during a call (See page 230)

Press HFL
Talk button ‘‘Store’’ Store a phonebook entry (See page 231)

‘‘Edit’’ Edit the number of an existing phonebook entry (See page 231)

‘‘Phonebook’’ ‘‘Delete’’ Delete a phonebook entry (See page 232)

‘‘Receive If your phone supports this function, use this to transfer contacts from
Contact’’ your phone to HFL (See page 232)

‘‘List’’ Hear a list of all stored phonebook entries (See page 232)

Press and release the HFL Talk button each time you give a command.
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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

‘‘Security’’ Apply a security passcode to the system that must be input at each key
cycle to access the system (See page 237)

‘‘Change Passcode’’ Change your security passcode (See page 238)

‘‘System Set how you would like to be notified of an incoming call
Set up’’ ‘‘Call Notification’’
(See page 238)

‘‘Auto Transfer’’ Set calls to automatically transfer from your phone to HFL when you
enter the vehicle (See page 238)
Press HFL
Talk button ‘‘Clear’’ Clear the system of all paired phones, phonebook entries and security
passcode (See page 239)

‘‘Change Language’’ Change language from English to French (See page 239)＊

‘‘Tutorial’’ Hear a tutorial for general rules on using the system (See page 239)

‘‘Hands Free Help’’ Hear a list of available commands and additional information describing each command
(See page 219)

Press and release the HFL Talk button each time you give a command.
＊ : Canadian models

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

To use HFL, you need to pair your Phone Setup To pair a cell phone:
Bluetooth-compatible cell phone to This command group is available for 1. Press and release the HFL Talk
the system. paired cell phones. button. If you are pairing a phone
for the first time, HFL will give
Phone pairing tips you information about the pairing
You cannot pair your phone while process. If it is not the first phone
the vehicle is moving. you are pairing, say ‘‘Phone
setup’’ and say ‘‘Pair.’’

Features
Your phone must be in discovery
or search mode to pair. Refer to 2. Follow the HFL prompts and put
your phone’s manual. your phone in discovery or search
mode. HFL will give you a 4-digit
Up to six phones can be paired. pairing code and begin searching
for your phone.
Your phone’s battery may drain
faster when it is paired to HFL. 3. When your phone finds a
Bluetooth device, select HFL from
If after three minutes your phone the options and enter the 4-digit
is not ready to pair or a phone is code from the previous step.
not found, the system will time out
and return to idle. 4. Follow the HFL prompts and
name the newly paired phone.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

To rename a paired phone: To delete a paired phone: To hear the names of all paired
Press and release the HFL Talk Press and release the HFL Talk phones:
button before a command. button before a command. Press and release the HFL Talk
button before a command.
1. Say ‘‘Phone setup.’’ 1. Say ‘‘Phone setup.’’
1. Say ‘‘Phone setup.’’
2. Say ‘‘Edit ’’ after the prompts. 2. Say ‘‘Delete’’ after the prompts.
2. Say ‘‘List ’’ after the prompts.
3. If there is more than one phone 3. HFL will ask you which phone you
paired to the system, HFL will ask want to delete. Follow the HFL 3. HFL will read out all the paired
you which phone’s name you want prompts to continue with the phone’s names.
to change. Follow the HFL deletion.
prompts and rename the phone.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

To hear which paired phone is To change from the currently linked To change the pairing code setting:
currently linked: phone to another paired phone: Press and release the HFL Talk
Press and release the HFL Talk Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command.
button before a command. button before a command.
1. Say ‘‘Phone setup.’’
1. Say ‘‘Phone setup.’’ 1. Say ‘‘Phone setup.’’
2. Say ‘‘Set pairing code’’ after the
2. Say ‘‘Status’’ after the prompts. 2. Say ‘‘Next phone’’ after the prompts.

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prompts.
3. HFL will tell you which phone is 3. If you want HFL to create a
linked to the system. 3. HFL disconnects the linked phone random code each time you pair a
and searches for another paired phone, say ‘‘Random.’’ If you want
phone. to choose your own 4-digit code to
be used each time, say ‘‘Fixed’’
4. Once another phone is found, it is and follow the HFL prompts.
linked to the system. HFL will
inform you which phone is now
linked.

If no other phones are found or

paired, HFL will inform you that the
original phone is linked again.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

Making a Call To make a call using a phone To make a call using a name in the
You can make calls using any phone number: HFL phonebook:
number or a name in the HFL Press and release the HFL Talk Press and release the HFL Talk
phonebook. You can also redial the button before a command. button before a command.
last number called.
1. Say ‘‘Call’’ or ‘‘Dial.’’ 1. Say ‘‘Call’’ or ‘‘Dial.’’
Bluetooth is the wireless technology
that links your phone to HFL. HFL 2. Follow the HFL prompts and say 2. Follow the HFL prompts and say
uses a Class 2 Bluetooth, which the phone number you want to dial. the name stored in the HFL
means the maximum range between phonebook that you want to call.
your phone and vehicle is 30 feet (10 3. Follow the HFL prompts to
meters). confirm the number and say 3. Follow the HFL prompts to
‘‘Call’’ or ‘‘Dial.’’ confirm the name and make the
During a call, HFL allows you to talk call.
up to 30 minutes after you remove Once connected, you will hear the
the key from the ignition switch. person you called through the audio
However, this may weaken the speakers.
vehicle’s battery.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

To redial the last number called by To make a call from an imported

HFL: phonebook:
Press and release the HFL Talk
button and say ‘‘Redial.’’

Features
On models with navigation system 3. Select a phonebook you want to
1. Press the INFO button, then select choose a phone number from.
‘‘Cellular Phonebook .’’
If the phonebook you select is PIN-
2. Select ‘‘Search Imported protected, you will need to enter the
Phonebook .’’ PIN to access it. See page 235 for
more information.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

Selecting ‘‘Store in
HandsFreeLink,’’ the phone
number will be stored in HFL, so
Push up the interface selector to that you can call it using HFL’s name
show a list. tag by voice.

To search for a specific name in the 4. Select the name. All the phone
phonebook, enter the keyword for numbers stored for that name will
either the first or last name. be listed.

To display all names in the 5. Select the phone number, and

phonebook, select the ‘‘List ’’ option. push the interface selector to the
right.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

Receiving a Call Call Waiting Transferring a Call

When you receive a call, an incoming If your phone has Call Waiting, press You can transfer a call from HFL to
call notification (if activated) will and release the HFL Talk button to your phone, or from your phone to
play and interrupt the audio system put the original call on hold and HFL.
if it is on. answer the incoming call.
Press and release the HFL Talk
Press the HFL Talk button to answer To return to the original call, press button and say ‘‘Transfer.’’
the call, or the HFL Back button to the HFL Talk button again. If you

Features
hang up. don’t want to answer the incoming
call, disregard it and continue with
your original call. If you want to hang
up the original call and answer the
new call, press the HFL Back button.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

Muting a Call Send Numbers or Names During Phonebook

You can mute your voice to the a Call You can store up to 50 names with
person you are talking to during a HFL allows you to send numbers or their associated numbers in HFL.
call. names during a call. This is useful The numbers you store cannot only
when you call a menu-driven phone be phone numbers but other types,
To mute your voice during a call, system. such as account numbers or
press and release the HFL Talk passwords, which can be sent during
button and say ‘‘Mute.’’ To send a name or number during a a menu-driven call.
call:
To unmute your voice, press and Press and release the HFL Talk
release the HFL Talk button and say button before a command.
‘‘Mute’’ again.
1. Say ‘‘Send.’’

2. Follow the HFL prompts and say

the name or number you want to
send.

3. Follow the HFL prompts to send

the tones and continue the call.

NOTE: To send a pound (＃), say

‘‘pound.’’ To send a star (*), say ‘‘star.’’

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

To store a phonebook entry: NOTE: To edit the number stored in a name:

Press and release the HFL Talk Avoid using duplicate name Press and release the HFL Talk
button before a command. entries. button before a command.

1. Say ‘‘Phonebook .’’ Avoid using ‘‘home’’ as a name 1. Say ‘‘Phonebook .’’
entry.
2. Say ‘‘Store’’ after the prompts. 2. Say ‘‘Edit ’’ after the prompts.
It is easier for HFL to recognize a

Features
3. Say a name you want to list as your multisyllabic or longer name. For 3. Follow the HFL prompts and say
phonebook entry. example, use ‘‘Peter’’ instead of the name entry you want to edit.
‘‘Pete,’’ or ‘‘John Smith’’ instead of
4. Say the number you want to store ‘‘John.’’ 4. When asked, say the new number
for the name entry. for that name.

5. Follow the HFL prompts and say 5. Follow the HFL prompts to
‘‘Enter’’ to store the entry. complete the edit.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

To delete a name: To list all names in the phonebook: To store a specific phone number
Press and release the HFL Talk Press and release the HFL Talk from your cell phone directly to the
button before a command. button before a command. HFL phonebook (available on some
phones):
1. Say ‘‘Phonebook .’’ 1. Say ‘‘Phonebook .’’ Press and release the HFL Talk
button before a command.
2. Say ‘‘Delete’’ after the prompts. 2. Say ‘‘List ’’ after the prompts.
1. Say ‘‘Phonebook .’’
3. Say the name you want to delete 3. HFL begins reading the names in
and follow the HFL prompts to the order they were stored. 2. Say ‘‘Receive contact ’’ after the
complete the deletion. prompts.
4. If you hear a name you want to call,
immediately press the HFL Talk 3. Follow the HFL prompts, select a
button and say ‘‘Call.’’ number from your cell phone, and
send it to HFL.

4. Follow the HFL prompts and

name the number, or say
‘‘Discard’’ if it is not the number
you want to store.

5. Follow the HFL prompts if you

want to store another number.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

Cellular Phonebook Import Cellular Phonebook: Search Imported Phonebook:

(available on some phones) The entire phonebook data of the Once a phonebook has been
cell phone that is linked to HFL can imported, you can search the phone
On models with navigation system be imported to the navigation system. numbers by the person’s name.
If you select Cellular Phonebook
from the Information screen menu, PIN ICON
you will see four HFL options.

Features
For a list of cell phones that are
compatible with this feature:

In the U.S., visit handsfreelink.honda.

com or call (888) 528-7876.

In Canada, visit www.honda.ca, or call IMPORTED

(888) 9-HONDA-9. PHONEBOOK IMPORTED DATE

Select ‘‘Import Cellular Select ‘‘Search Imported

Phonebook ,’’ and HFL will begin Phonebook ,’’ and a list of imported
importing the phonebook. Select phonebooks will be displayed.
‘‘OK ’’ after the import is completed.
Select a phonebook from the list.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

Push up the interface selector to

Select a person from the list. Up to
show a list. three category icons are displayed in
the left side of the list:

Preference Fax

Home Car

Mobile Voice

Work Other
If the phonebook is PIN-protected, To search for a specific name in the
you will need to enter the 4-digit PIN. phonebook, enter the keyword for
Pager
either the first or last name.

To display all names in the These indicate how many numbers

phonebook, select the ‘‘List ’’ option. are stored for the name. If a name
has more than three category icons,
‘‘…’’ is displayed.

Select the person’s number you want

to call, and press the HFL Talk
button.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

Delete Imported Phonebook: After making a selection, the PIN Number

You can delete any imported following screen will appear. You can add, change, or remove a
phonebook. PIN number from any phonebook.

Select ‘‘Delete Imported

Phonebook ,’’ and a list of imported
phonebooks will be displayed.

Features
Select a phonebook you want to
delete. If the phonebook is PIN-
protected, you will need to enter the
4-digit PIN number.

Select ‘‘Yes,’’ then ‘‘OK ’’ to complete

the deletion. To add a PIN:
If you have selected a phonebook
without a PIN, you will see the above
display.

Enter the new 4-digit PIN. You will

have to re-enter the PIN for
confirmation.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

To change the PIN to a new number: To remove a PIN:

Select ‘‘PIN number,’’ then select
‘‘Do not use PIN’’ after you enter
the current PIN.

Select the phonebook you want. The The display will change as shown
display will change as shown above. above.

Enter the current PIN for this Enter the new 4-digit PIN number.
phonebook. You will be asked to re-enter the PIN
for verification.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

System Setup To set a 4-digit passcode to lock the NOTE: Once a passcode is set, you
This command group allows you to HFL system for security purposes: will need to enter it to use HFL each
change or customize HFL basic Press and release the HFL Talk time you start the vehicle. If you
settings. button before a command. forget the code, your dealer will have
to reset it for you, or you will have to
1. Say ‘‘System setup.’’ clear the entire system (see page
239 ).
2. Say ‘‘Security’’after the prompts.

Features
3. Follow the HFL prompts and say
the 4-digit passcode you want to
set.

4. Follow the HFL prompts to

confirm the number.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

To change your security passcode: To select either a ring tone or a To activate or deactivate the auto
Press and release the HFL Talk prompt as the incoming call transfer function:
button before a command. notification＊: If you get into the vehicle while you
Press and release the HFL Talk are on the phone, the call can be
1. Say ‘‘System setup.’’ button before a command. automatically transferred to HFL
with the ignition switch in the
2. Say ‘‘Change passcode’’ after the 1. Say ‘‘System setup.’’ ACCESSORY (I) position.
prompts.
2. Say ‘‘Call notification’’ after the Press and release the HFL Talk
3. Follow the HFL prompts and say prompts. button before a command.
the new 4-digit passcode.
3. Follow the HFL prompts and say 1. Say ‘‘System setup.’’
4. Follow the HFL prompts to ‘‘Ring tone’’ or ‘‘Prompt .’’ You
confirm the number. can also say ‘‘Off ’’ for no audible 2. Say ‘‘Auto transfer’’ after the
incoming call notification. prompts.

＊ : The default setting is a ring tone. 3. HFL will let you know if auto
transfer is on or off, depending on
the previous setting. Follow the
HFL prompts to change the
setting.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

To clear the system: Quick Language Selection Change Language

This operation clears the passcodes, Canadian models only Canadian models only
paired phones, all names in the HFL To quickly change the language: To change the system language
phonebook, and all imported Press and release the HFL Talk between English and French:
phonebook data. button before a command. Press and release the HFL Talk
button before a command.
Press and release the HFL Talk 1. Say the language you want to
button before a command. change to in that language. 1. Say ‘‘Change language.’’

Features
1. Say ‘‘System setup.’’ 2. Follow the HFL prompts. 2. Follow the HFL prompts to
change the language to English or
2. Say ‘‘Clear’’ after the prompts. French.

3. Follow the HFL prompts to If you have not named your paired
continue to complete the clearing phone in the language you just
procedure. selected, HFL will ask you to name it
in the current language.
You can also clear the system when
you have forgotten the passcode and When French is your currently
cannot access HFL. When HFL asks selected language, you can give voice
you for the passcode, say ‘‘System commands in French.
clear.’’ Paired phones, all names in
the HFL phonebook and all imported
phonebook data will be lost.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

Bluetooth Wireless Technology As required by the FCC:

The Bluetooth name and logos are This device complies with Part 15 of the
registered trademarks owned by FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of following two conditions: (1) This device
such marks by Honda Motor Co., may not cause harmful interference, and
Ltd. is under license. Other (2) this device must accept any
trademarks and trade names are interference received, including
those of their respective owners. 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.

This device complies with Industry

Canada Standard RSS-210.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.

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Before Driving

Before you begin driving your Break-in Period .............................. 242

vehicle, you should know what Fuel Recommendation .................. 242
gasoline to use and how to check the Service Station Procedures .......... 243
levels of important fluids. You also Refueling..................................... 243
need to know how to properly store Check Fuel Cap Message ......... 245
luggage or packages. The Opening and Closing
information in this section will help the Hood ................................. 246
you. If you plan to add any Oil Check .................................... 248
accessories to your vehicle, please Engine Coolant Check .............. 249
read the information in this section Fuel Economy ................................ 250

Before Driving
first. Accessories and Modifications .... 253
Carrying Cargo .............................. 255

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Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation

Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation We recommend using quality

Help assure your vehicle’s future Your vehicle is designed to operate gasolines containing detergent
reliability and performance by paying on unleaded gasoline with a pump additives that help prevent fuel
extra attention to how you drive octane number of 87 or higher. Use system and engine deposits.
during the first 600 miles (1,000 km). of a lower octane gasoline can cause
During this period: a persistent, heavy metallic rapping In addition, in order to maintain good
noise that can lead to engine damage. performance, fuel economy, and
Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid emissions control, we strongly
acceleration. On models with manual transmission recommend, in areas where it is
You may hear a knocking noise from available, the use of gasoline that
Avoid hard braking for the first the engine if you drive the vehicle at does NOT contain manganese-based
200 miles (300 km). low engine speed (below about 1,000 fuel additives such as MMT.
rpm) in a higher gear. To stop this,
Do not change the oil until the raise the engine speed by shifting to Use of gasoline with these additives
scheduled maintenance time. a lower gear. may adversely affect performance,
and cause the malfunction indicator
Do not tow a trailer. lamp on your instrument panel to
come on. If this happens, contact
You should also follow these your authorized dealer for service.
recommendations with an
overhauled or exchanged engine, or
when the brakes are replaced.

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Fuel Recommendation, Service Station Procedures

Some gasoline today is blended with Refueling

oxygenates such as ethanol or
MTBE. Your vehicle is designed to Gasoline is highly flammable
operate on oxygenated gasoline Push and explosive. You can be
containing up to 10% ethanol by burned or seriously injured
volume and up to 15% MTBE by when handling fuel.
volume. Do not use gasoline
containing methanol. Stop the engine, and keep
heat, sparks, and flame away.
If you notice any undesirable Handle fuel only outdoors.

Before Driving
operating symptoms, try another Wipe up spills immediately.
service station or switch to another
brand of gasoline.

For further important fuel-related 1. Park with the driver’s side closest
information for your vehicle, or to the service station pump.
information on gasoline that does not
contain MMT, visit Owner Link at 2. To open the fuel fill door, push
owners.honda.com. In Canada, visit down on the lever located to the
www.honda.ca for additional left of the driver’s seat.
information on gasoline.
TETHER
HOLDER FUEL FILL CAP

CONTINUED

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Service Station Procedures

3. Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. 4. Stop filling the tank after the fuel 5. Screw the fuel fill cap back on
You may hear a hissing sound as nozzle automatically clicks off. Do until it clicks at least once. If you
pressure inside the tank equalizes. not try to ‘‘top off’’ the tank. This do not properly tighten the cap,
The fuel fill cap is attached to the leaves some room in the fuel tank you will see a ‘‘CHECK FUEL
fuel filler with a tether. Place the for the fuel to expand with CAP’’ message on the information
cap in the holder on the fuel fill temperature changes. display. If the system still detects
door. an evaporative system leak after
If the fuel nozzle keeps clicking off retightening the cap, the
even though the tank is not full, malfunction indicator lamp may
there may be a problem with your come on (see page 356 ).
vehicle’s fuel vapor recovery
system. The system helps keep 6. Push the fuel fill door closed until
fuel vapor from going into the it latches.
atmosphere. Try filling at another
pump. If this does not fix the
problem, consult your dealer.

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Service Station Procedures

Check Fuel Cap Message Turn the engine off, and confirm the If the system still detects a leak in
fuel fill cap is installed. If it is, loosen your vehicle’s evaporative emissions
it, then retighten it until it clicks at system, the malfunction indicator
least once. The message should go lamp (MIL) comes on. If the fuel fill
off after several days of normal cap was not already tightened, turn
driving once you tighten or replace the engine off, and check or
the fuel fill cap. To scroll to another retighten the fuel fill cap until it
display, press the select/reset knob. clicks at least once. The MIL should
go off after several days of normal
The ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message driving once the cap is tightened or

Before Driving
will appear each time you restart the replaced. If the MIL does not go off,
engine until the system turns the have your vehicle inspected by a
message off. dealer. For more information, see
page 356 .
Your vehicle’s onboard diagnostic
system will detect a loose or missing
fuel fill cap as an evaporative system
leak. The first time a leak is detected
a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message
appears on the information display.

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Service Station Procedures

Opening and Closing the Hood If the hood latch handle moves stiffly,
or if you can open the hood without
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE LATCH lifting the handle, the mechanism
should be cleaned and lubricated.

1. Park the vehicle, and set the 2. Reach in between the hood and
parking brake. Pull the hood the front grille with your fingers.
release handle located under the The hood latch handle is above
lower left corner of the dashboard. the ‘‘H’’ logo. Push this handle up
The hood will pop up slightly. until it releases the hood. Lift the
hood.

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Service Station Procedures

To close the hood, lift it up slightly to

remove the support rod from the
GRIP SUPPORT ROD 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.

Before Driving
CLIP
4-cylinder models V6 models

3. 4-cylinder models V6 models

Holding the grip, pull the support Lift the hood up most of the way.
rod out of its clip. Insert the end The hydraulic supports will lift it
into the hole in the hood up the rest of the way and hold it
designated by an arrow. up.

To close the hood, lower it to

about a foot (30 cm) above the
fender, then press down firmly
with your hands. Make sure the
hood is securely latched.

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Service Station Procedures

Oil Check

UPPER MARK
LOWER MARK

DIPSTICK
4-cylinder models (orange handle) V6 models DIPSTICK (orange loop) 4-cylinder models

Wait a few minutes after turning the 2. Wipe off the dipstick with a clean 4. Remove the dipstick again, and
engine off before you check the oil. cloth or paper towel. check the level. It should be
between the upper and lower
1. Remove the dipstick (orange 3. Insert the dipstick all the way back marks.
handle/loop). into its hole.
If it is near or below the lower mark,
see Adding Engine Oil on page 300 .

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Service Station Procedures

Engine Coolant Check

RESERVE TANK MAX RESERVE TANK

Before Driving
UPPER MARK MAX
LOWER MARK
V6 models 4-cylinder models MIN V6 models MIN

Look at the coolant level in the Refer to Owner’s Maintenance

radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is Checks on page 296 for information
between the MAX and MIN lines. If about checking other items on your
it is below the MIN line, see Adding vehicle.
Engine Coolant on page 304 for
information on adding the proper
coolant.

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Fuel Economy

Actual Mileage and EPA Fuel

Economy Estimates Comparison. City MPG Highway MPG
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 drivers in
all environments. Combined Fuel Estimated Annual
Economy Fuel Cost
The EPA fuel economy estimates
shown in the example to the right (Sample U.S. EPA label shown)
are a useful tool for comparison
when buying a vehicle. EPA achieved is also provided. per gallon (based on EPA fuel cost
estimates include: data) divided by the combined fuel
Combined Fuel Economy − economy.
City MPG − Represents urban Represents a combination of city and
driving in light traffic. A range of highway driving. The scale For more information on fuel
miles per gallon achieved is also represents the range of combined economy ratings and factors that
provided. fuel economy for other vehicles in affect fuel economy, visit www.
the class. fueleconomy.gov (Canada: Visit www.
Highway MPG − Represents a vehicles.gc.ca)
mixture of rural and interstate Estimated Annual Fuel Cost −
driving, in a warmed-up vehicle, Provides an estimated annual fuel
typical of longer trips in free-flowing cost, based on 15,000 miles (20,000
traffic. A range of miles per gallon km) per year multiplied by the cost

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Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy Factors Use the recommended viscosity Drive Efficiently

The following factors can lower your motor oil, displaying the API Drive moderately − Rapid
vehicle’s fuel economy: Certification Seal (see page acceleration, abrupt cornering,
Aggressive driving (hard 301). and hard braking increase fuel
acceleration and braking) consumption.
Excessive idling, accelerating and Maintain proper tire inflation
braking in stop-and-go traffic − An underinflated tire increases Observe the speed limit −
Cold engine operation (engines ‘‘rolling resistance,’’ which reduces Aerodynamic drag has a big effect
are more efficient when warmed fuel economy. on fuel economy at speeds above
up) 45 mph (75 km/h). Reduce your

Before Driving
Driving with a heavy load or the Avoid carrying excess weight in speed and you reduce the drag.
air conditioner running your vehicle − It puts a heavier Trailers, car top carriers, roof
Improperly inflated tires load on the engine, increasing fuel racks and bike racks are also big
consumption. contributors to increased drag.
Improving Fuel Economy
Keep your vehicle clean − In Always drive in the highest gear
Vehicle Maintenance particular, a build-up of snow or possible − If your vehicle has a
A properly maintained vehicle mud on your vehicle’s underside manual transmission, you can
maximizes fuel economy. Poor adds weight and rolling resistance. boost your fuel economy by up
maintenance can significantly reduce Frequent cleaning helps your fuel shifting as early as possible.
fuel economy. Always maintain your economy.
vehicle according to the maintenance Avoid excessive idling − Idling
messages displayed on the results in 0 miles per gallon (0 kms
information display (see Owner’s per liter).
Maintenance Checks on page 296 ).
For example: CONTINUED

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Fuel Economy

Minimize the use of the air Checking Your Fuel Economy

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. Gallons of Miles per
Miles driven fuel Gallon
Plan and combine trips −
Combine several short trips into
one. A warmed-up engine is more
fuel efficient than a cold one. 100 Liter Kilometers L per 100 km

Calculating Fuel Economy

Measuring Techniques
Direct calculation is the
recommended source of information 1) Fill the fuel tank until the nozzle automatically clicks off.
about your actual fuel economy. 2) Reset trip counter to zero.
Using frequency of fill-ups or taking 3) Record the total gallons (liters) needed to refill.
fuel gauge readings are NOT 4) Follow one of the simple calculations above.
accurate measures of fuel economy.
Fuel economy may improve over the
first several thousand miles
(kilometers).

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Accessories and Modifications

Modifying your vehicle, or installing Before installing any accessory:

some non-Honda accessories, can
make your vehicle unsafe. Before Improper accessories or Make sure the accessory does not
you make any modifications or add modifications can affect your obscure any lights, or interfere
any accessories, be sure to read the vehicle’s handling, stability, and with proper vehicle operation or
following information. performance, and cause a performance.
crash in which you can be hurt
Accessories or killed. Be sure electronic accessories do
Your dealer has Honda accessories not overload electrical circuits
that allow you to personalize your Follow all instructions in this (see page 358 ) or interfere with

Before Driving
vehicle. These accessories have owner’s manual regarding the proper operation of your
been designed and approved for your accessories and modifications. vehicle.
vehicle, and are covered by warranty.
Before installing any electronic
Although non-Honda accessories When properly installed, cellular accessory, have the installer
may fit on your vehicle, they may not phones, alarms, two-way radios, and contact your dealer for assistance.
meet factory specifications, and low-powered audio systems should If possible, have your dealer
could adversely affect your vehicle’s not interfere with your vehicle’s inspect the final installation.
handling and stability. computer controlled systems, such
as your airbags, anti-lock brakes, and Do not install accessories on the
tire pressure monitoring system. side pillars or across the rear
windows. Accessories installed in
these areas may interfere with
proper operation of the side
curtain airbags.

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Accessories and Modifications

Modifying Your Vehicle Non-Honda wheels, because they

Removing parts from your vehicle, are a universal design, can cause
or replacing components with excessive stress on suspension
non-Honda components could components and will not be
seriously affect your vehicle’s compatible with the tire pressure
handling, stability, and reliability. monitoring system (TPMS).

Some examples are: Larger or smaller wheels and tires

Lowering the vehicle with a non- can interfere with the operation of
Honda suspension kit that your vehicle’s anti-lock brakes and
significantly reduces ground other systems.
clearance can allow the
undercarriage to hit speed bumps Modifying your steering wheel or
or other raised objects, which any other part of your vehicle’s
could cause the airbags to deploy. safety features can make the
systems ineffective.
Raising your vehicle with a
non-Honda suspension kit can If you plan to modify your vehicle,
affect the handling and stability. consult your dealer.

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Carrying Cargo

Your vehicle has several convenient

DOOR POCKET storage areas:
CONSOLE COMPARTMENT CENTER POCKETS Glove box

DRIVER’S SEAT-BACK POCKET＊ Door and seat-back pockets

Center pockets

Console compartment

Before Driving
Trunk, including the rear seat
when folded down

Roof-rack (if installed)

However, carrying too much cargo,

or improperly storing it, can affect
your vehicle’s handling, stability,
stopping distance, and tires, and
GLOVE BOX make it unsafe. Before carrying any
type of cargo, be sure to read the
following pages.
TRUNK PASSENGER’S SEAT-BACK POCKET

＊: If equipped

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Carrying Cargo

Load Limits (4)The resulting figure equals the

The maximum load for your vehicle available amount of cargo and
is 850 lbs (385 kg). Overloading or improper luggage load capacity. For
loading can affect handling and example, if the ‘‘XXX’’ amount
See Tire And Loading Information stability and cause a crash in equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be
label attached to the driver’s which you can be hurt or killed. five 150 lb. passengers in your
doorjamb. vehicle, the amount of available
Follow all load limits and other cargo and luggage load capacity is
Label Example loading guidelines in this 650 lbs.
manual. (1,400 − 750 (5 × 150) = 650 lbs.)

Steps for Determining Correct Load (5)Determine the combined weight

Limit − of luggage and cargo being loaded
(1)Locate the statement ‘‘The on the vehicle. That weight may
combined weight of occupants and not safely exceed the available
cargo should never exceed XXX cargo and luggage load capacity
kg or XXX lbs.’’ on your vehicle’s calculated in Step 4.
This figure includes the total weight placard.
of all occupants, cargo, and (6)If your vehicle will be towing a
accessories, and the tongue load if (2)Determine the combined weight trailer, load from your trailer will
you are towing a trailer. of the driver and passengers that be transferred to your vehicle.
will be riding in your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine
how this reduces the available
(3)Subtract the combined weight of cargo and luggage load capacity of
the driver and passengers from your vehicle.
XXX kg or XXX lbs.

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Carrying Cargo

In addition, the total weight of the

vehicle, all occupants, accessories,
cargo, and trailer tongue load must
Example 1 not exceed the Gross Vehicle
Max Load (850 lbs) Passenger Weight Cargo Weight Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross
(150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs) (550 lbs) Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). Both
are on a label on the driver’s
doorjamb.

Example 2

Before Driving
Max Load (850 lbs) Passenger Weight Cargo Weight
(150 lbs x 4 = 600 lbs) (250 lbs)

Example 3
Max Load (850 lbs) Passenger Weight Cargo Weight
(150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs) (100 lbs)

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Carrying Cargo

Carrying Items in the Passenger Keep the glove box closed while Carrying Cargo in the Trunk or on
Compartment driving. If it is open, a passenger a Roof Rack
Store or secure all items that could could injure their knees during a Distribute cargo evenly on the
be thrown around and hurt crash or sudden stop. floor of the trunk, placing the
someone during a crash. heaviest items on the bottom and
as far forward as possible.
Do not put any items on top of the
rear shelf. They can block your If you fold down the back seat, tie
view and be thrown around the down items that could be thrown
vehicle during a crash. about the vehicle during a crash or
sudden stop.
Be sure items placed on the floor
behind the front seats cannot roll If you carry large items that
under the seats and interfere with prevent you from closing the trunk
the driver’s ability to operate the lid, exhaust gas can enter the
pedals, the operation of the seats, passenger area. To avoid the
or the operation of the sensors possibility of carbon monoxide
under the seats. poisoning, follow the instructions
on page 51 .
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.

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Carrying Cargo

If you carry any items on a roof Cargo Net

rack, be sure the total weight of Optional
the rack and the items does not The cargo net can be used to help
exceed the maximum allowable hold down items stored in the trunk.
weight.

If you use an accessory roof rack,

the roof rack weight limit may be
lower. Refer to the information that
came with your roof rack.

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Driving

This section gives you tips on Preparing to Drive ......................... 262

starting the engine under various Starting the Engine........................ 263
conditions, and how to operate the Manual Transmission.................... 264
manual and automatic transmissions. Automatic Transmission............... 267
It also includes important Parking ............................................ 272
information on parking your vehicle, Braking System.............................. 273
the braking system, the vehicle Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ................ 274
stability assist (VSA ) system, the Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ),
tire pressure monitoring system aka Electronic Stability Control
(TPMS), and facts you need if you (ESC), System........................ 276
are planning to tow a trailer. Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) ......................... 278

Driving
Towing a Trailer ............................ 281

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Preparing to Drive

You should do the following checks 6. On vehicles with power adjustable 11.When you start the engine, check
and adjustments before you drive seats the gauges and indicators in the
your vehicle. Check the seat adjustment (see instrument panel (see page 55 ).
page 92 ).
1. Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and On vehicles with manual adjustable
unobstructed. Remove frost, snow, seats
or ice. Check the seat adjustment (see
page 93 ).
2. Check that the hood is fully closed.
7. Check the adjustment of the
3. Check that the trunk is fully inside and outside mirrors (see
closed. page 102 ).

4. Visually check the tires. If a tire 8. Check the steering wheel

looks low, use a gauge to check its adjustment (see page 76 ).
pressure.
9. Make sure the doors are securely
5. Check that any items you may be closed and locked.
carrying are stored properly or
fastened down securely. 10.Fasten your seat belt. Check that
your passengers have fastened
their seat belts (see page 14 ).

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Starting the Engine

1. Apply the parking brake. 4. Without touching the accelerator

pedal, turn the ignition key to the
2. In cold weather, turn off all START (III) position. Do not hold The engine is harder to start in cold
electrical accessories to reduce the key in the START (III) weather. Also, the thinner air f ound at
the drain on the battery. position for more than 15 seconds altitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400
at a time. If the engine does not meters) adds to this problem.
3. Manual transmission: start right away, pause for at least
Press the clutch pedal down all the 10 seconds before trying again.
way. The START (III) position
does not function unless the clutch
pedal is pressed.
The immobilizer system protects your

Driving
Automatic transmission: vehicle f rom thef t. If an improperly
Make sure the shift lever is in coded key (or other device) is used, the
Park. Press on the brake pedal. engine’s f uel system is disabled. For
more inf ormation, see page 78 .

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Manual Transmission

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 a moment.
This stops the gears so they won’t
‘‘grind.’’

5-speed M/T 6-speed M/T When slowing down, you can get
extra braking from the engine by
On models with 5-speed manual while the vehicle is moving at a shifting to a lower gear. This extra
transmission, or models certain speed (see page 266 ). braking can help you maintain a safe
with 6-speed manual transmission speed and prevent your brakes from
The manual transmission is When shifting up or down, make overheating while going down a
synchronized in all forward gears for sure you push the clutch pedal down steep hill. Before downshifting,
smooth operation. It has a lockout so all the way, shift to the next gear, make sure the engine speed will not
you cannot shift directly from fifth to and let the pedal up gradually. When go into the tachometer’s red zone in
reverse. you are not shifting, do not rest your the lower gear.
foot on the clutch pedal. This can
On vehicles with 6-speed manual cause your clutch to wear out faster.
transmission, the lockout system
prevents you from shifting directly
from any forward gear to reverse

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Manual Transmission

Recommended Shift Points On models with 6-speed manual

Drive in the highest gear that lets transmission
Rapid slowing or speeding up the engine run and accelerate
can cause loss of control on smoothly. This will give you good Shift up Normal acceleration
slippery surfaces. If you crash, fuel economy and effective
you can be injured. emissions control. The following 1st to 2nd 15 mph (24 km/h)
shift points are recommended: 2nd to 3rd 17 mph (27 km/h)
Use extra care when driving on 3rd to 4th 27 mph (43 km/h)
slippery surfaces. On models with 5-speed manual 4th to 5th 36 mph (58 km/h)
transmission 5th to 6th 41 mph (66 km/h)

Shift up Normal acceleration

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1st to 2nd 15 mph (25 km/h)
2nd to 3rd 25 mph (40 km/h)
3rd to 4th 40 mph (65 km/h)
4th to 5th 50 mph (80 km/h)

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Manual Transmission

Engine Speed Limiter Reverse Lockout 2. If you are still unable to shift to
If you exceed the maximum speed 6-speed manual transmission only reverse, apply the parking brake,
for the gear you are in, the engine The manual transmission has a and turn the ignition key to the
speed will enter into the tachometer’s lockout so you cannot accidentally ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0)
red zone. If this occurs, you may feel shift from any forward gear to position.
the engine cut in and out. This is reverse while the vehicle is moving
caused by a limiter in the engine’s at a certain speed. If you cannot shift 3. Press the clutch pedal, and shift to
computer controls. The engine will to reverse when the vehicle is reverse.
run normally when you reduce the stopped, do the following:
rpm below the red zone. 4. With the clutch pedal still pressed,
start the engine.
Before downshifting, make sure the
engine will not go into the If you need to use this procedure to
tachometer’s red zone. shift to reverse, your vehicle may be
developing a problem. Have it
checked by your dealer.

Move the shift lever in sequence.

1. With the clutch pedal pressed,

move the shift lever to the first/
second gear side of the neutral
gate, then shift to reverse.

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Automatic Transmission

Shift Lever Position Indicators The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for a Shifting
few seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II) SHIFT LEVER
position. If it flashes while driving (in
any shift position), it indicates a
possible problem in the transmission.

If the malfunction indicator lamp

comes on along with the ‘‘D’’
indicator, there is a problem with the
automatic transmission control
system. Avoid rapid acceleration, and

Driving
have the transmission checked by RELEASE BUTTON
These indicators on the instrument your dealer as soon as possible.
panel show which position the shift To shift from Park to any position,
lever is in. press firmly on the brake pedal, and
press the release button on the front
of the shift lever, then move the
lever. You cannot shift out of Park
when the ignition switch is in the
LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I)
position.

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To shift from: Do this: Park (P) − This position mechani- Reverse (R) − Press the brake
Press the brake pedal and cally locks the transmission. Use pedal and the release button on the
P to R press the shift lever release Park whenever you are turning off or front of the shift lever to shift from
button. starting the engine. To shift out of Park to reverse. To shift from
R to P Park, you must press on the brake reverse to neutral, come to a
N to R Press the shift lever release pedal and have your foot off the complete stop, and then shift. Press
D to D3 button. accelerator pedal. Press the release the release button before shifting
D3 to 2 button on the front of the shift lever into reverse from neutral.
2 to 1 to move it.
1 to 2 Neutral (N) − Use neutral if you
2 to D3 If you have done all of the above and need to restart a stalled engine, or if
D3 to D Move the shift lever. still cannot move the lever out of it is necessary to stop briefly with
D to N Park, see Shift Lock Release on the engine idling. Shift to the Park
N to D page 270 . position if you need to leave your
R to N vehicle for any reason. Press on the
To avoid transmission damage, come brake pedal when you are moving
to a complete stop before shifting the shift lever from neutral to
into Park. You must also press the another gear.
release button to shift into Park. The
shift lever must be in Park before
you can remove the key from the
ignition switch.

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Automatic Transmission

Drive (D) − Use this position for Second (2) − To shift to second, First (1) − To shift from second to
your normal driving. The press the release button on the front first, press the release button on the
transmission automatically selects a of the shift lever. This position locks front of the shift lever. This position
suitable gear (1 through 5) for your the transmission in second gear. It locks the transmission in first gear.
speed and acceleration. You may does not downshift to first gear By upshifting and downshifting
notice the transmission shifting up at when you come to a stop. through 1, 2, D3, and D, you can
higher engine speeds when the operate this transmission much like
engine is cold. This helps the engine Use second gear: a manual transmission without a
warm up faster. clutch pedal.
For more power when climbing.
Drive (D3) − To shift from D to D3,
press the shift lever release button. To increase engine braking when

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This position is similar to D, except going down steep hills.
only the first three gears are
selected. Use D3 when towing a For starting out on a slippery
trailer in hilly terrain, or to provide surface or in deep snow.
engine braking when going down a
steep hill. D3 can also keep the To help reduce wheel spin.
transmission from cycling between
third and fourth gears in stop-and-go When driving downhill with a
driving. trailer.

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Automatic Transmission

Engine Speed Limiter Shift Lock Release COVER

If you exceed the maximum speed This allows you to move the shift
for the gear you are in, the engine lever out of Park if the normal
speed will enter into the tachometer’s method of pushing on the brake
red zone. If this occurs, you may feel pedal and pressing the release
the engine cut in and out. This is button does not work.
caused by a limiter in the engine’s
computer controls. The engine will 1. Set the parking brake.
run normally when you reduce the
rpm below the red zone. 2. Remove the key from the ignition
switch.

3. Put a cloth on the edge of the shift

lock release slot cover to prevent
scratches. Use a small flat-tip
screwdriver or metal fingernail file
to carefully pry up the edge of the
cover and remove it from the slot.

4. Insert the key in the shift lock

release slot.

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Automatic Transmission

RELEASE BUTTON 6. Remove the key from the shift

lock release slot, then reinstall the
cover. Make sure the notch on the
cover is on the right side. Insert
the key back into the ignition
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.

Driving
SHIFT LOCK RELEASE SLOT

5. Push down on the key while you

press the release button on the
front of the shift lever and move
the shift lever out of Park to
neutral.

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Parking

Always use the parking brake when Parking Tips If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn
you park your vehicle. Make sure Make sure the moonroof (if the front wheels away from the
the parking brake is set firmly, or equipped) and the windows are curb. If your vehicle has a manual
your vehicle may roll if it is parked closed. transmission, put it in first gear.
on an incline.
Turn off the lights. If the vehicle is facing downhill,
If your vehicle has an automatic turn the front wheels toward the
transmission, set the parking brake Place any packages, valuables, etc., curb. If your vehicle has a manual
before you put the transmission in in the trunk or take them with you. transmission, put it in reverse gear.
Park. This keeps the vehicle from
moving and putting pressure on the Lock the doors. Make sure the parking brake is
parking mechanism in the fully released before driving away.
transmission. Check the indicator on the Driving with the parking brake
instrument panel to verify that the partially set can overheat or
security system is set. damage the rear brakes.

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.

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Braking System

Your vehicle is equipped with disc Constant application of the brakes Braking System Design
brakes at all four wheels. A power when going down a long hill builds The hydraulic system that operates
assist helps reduce the effort needed up heat and reduces their effective- the brakes has two separate circuits.
on the brake pedal. The emergency ness. Use the engine to assist the Each circuit works diagonally across
brake assist system increases the brakes by taking your foot off the the vehicle (the left-front brake is
stopping force when you depress the accelerator and downshifting to a connected with the right-rear brake,
brake pedal hard in an emergency lower gear. etc.). If one circuit should develop a
situation. The anti-lock brake system problem, you will still have braking
(ABS) helps you retain steering Check the brakes after driving at two wheels.
control when braking very hard. through deep water. Apply the
brakes moderately to see if they feel Brake Pad Wear Indicators
Resting your foot on the pedal keeps normal. If not, apply them gently and The front and rear disc brakes on all

Driving
the brakes applied lightly, builds up frequently until they do. Be extra models have audible brake pad wear
heat, reduces their effectiveness and cautious in your driving. indicators.
reduces brake pad life. In addition,
fuel economy can be reduced. It also If the brake pads need replacing, you
keeps your brake lights on all the will hear a distinctive, metallic
time, confusing drivers behind you. 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.

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Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)

The anti-lock brake system (ABS) You will feel a pulsation in the brake ABS Indicator
helps prevent the wheels from pedal when the ABS activates, and
locking up, and helps you retain you may hear some noise. This is If this indicator comes on, the anti-
steering control by pumping the normal: it is the ABS rapidly lock function of the braking system
brakes rapidly, much faster than a pumping the brakes. On dry has shut down. The brakes still work
person can do it. pavement, you will need to press on like a conventional system, but
the brake pedal very hard before the without anti-lock. You should have
The electronic brake distribution ABS activates. However, you may your dealer inspect your vehicle as
(EBD) system, which is part of the feel the ABS activate immediately if soon as possible.
ABS, also balances the front-to-rear you are trying to stop on snow or ice.
braking distribution according to If the ABS indicator comes on while
vehicle loading. driving, test the brakes as shown on
page 357 .
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.’’

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Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)

If the ABS indicator and the brake Important Safety Reminders A vehicle with ABS may require a
system indicator come on together, ABS does not reduce the time or longer distance to stop on loose or
and the parking brake is fully distance it takes to stop the uneven surfaces, such as gravel or
released, the EBD system may also vehicle. It only helps with the snow, than a vehicle without anti-
be shut down. steering control during braking. lock.

Test your brakes as instructed on ABS will not prevent a skid that
page 357 . If the brakes feel normal, results from changing direction
drive slowly and have your vehicle abruptly, such as trying to take a
repaired by your dealer as soon as corner too fast or making a sudden
possible. Avoid sudden hard braking lane change. Always drive at a safe
which could cause the rear wheels to speed for the road and weather

Driving
lock up and possibly lead to a loss of conditions.
control.
ABS cannot prevent a loss of
The VSA indicator will come on stability. Always steer moderately
along with the ABS indicator. 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.

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Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System

The vehicle stability assist (VSA) VSA Activation Indicator NOTE: The main function of the
system helps to stabilize the vehicle VSA system is generally known as
during cornering if the vehicle turns When VSA activates, you will see the Electronic Stability Control (ESC).
more or less than desired. It also VSA activation indicator blink. The system also includes a traction
assists you in maintaining traction control function.
while accelerating on loose or Vehicle Stability Assist
slippery road surfaces. It does this (VSA) System Indicator If the low tire pressure indicator or
by regulating the engine’s output and If this indicator comes on while TPMS indicator comes on, the VSA
by selectively applying the brakes. driving, pull to the side of the road system automatically turns on even if
when it is safe, and turn off the the VSA system is turned off by
When VSA activates, you may notice engine. Reset the system by pressing the VSA OFF switch (see
that the engine does not respond to restarting the engine. If the VSA page 277 ). If this happens, you
the accelerator in the same way it system indicator stays on or comes cannot turn the VSA system off by
does at other times. There may also back on while driving, have the VSA pressing the VSA OFF switch again.
be some noise from the VSA system inspected by your dealer.
hydraulic system. You will also see Without VSA, your vehicle will have
the VSA activation indicator blink. If the indicator does not come on normal braking and cornering ability,
when the ignition switch is turned to but it will not have VSA traction and
The VSA system cannot enhance the the ON (II) position, there may be a stability enhancement.
vehicle’s driving stability in all problem with the VSA system. Have
situations and does not control your your dealer inspect your vehicle as
vehicle’s entire braking system. It is soon as possible.
still your responsibility to drive and
corner at reasonable speeds and to
leave a sufficient margin of safety.

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Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System

VSA OFF Switch VSA is turned on every time you VSA and Tire Sizes
start the engine, even if you turned it Driving with varying tire or wheel
VSA OFF SWITCH off the last time you drove the sizes may cause the VSA to
vehicle. malfunction. When replacing tires,
make sure they are of the same size
In certain unusual conditions when and type as your original tires (see
your vehicle gets stuck in shallow page 335 ).
mud or fresh snow, it may be easier
to free it with the VSA temporarily If you install winter tires, make sure
switched off. When the VSA system they are the same size as those that
is off, the traction control system is were originally supplied with your
also off. You should only attempt to vehicle. Exercise the same caution

Driving
free your vehicle with the VSA off if during winter driving as you would if
you are not able to free it when the your vehicle was not equipped with
This switch is under the driver’s side VSA is on. VSA.
vent. To turn the VSA system on and
off, press and hold it until you hear a Immediately after freeing your
beep. vehicle, be sure to switch the VSA on
again. We do not recommend driving
When VSA is off, the VSA activation your vehicle with the VSA and
indicator comes on as a reminder. traction control systems switched off.
Press and hold the switch again. It
turns the system back on.

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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Your vehicle is equipped with a tire Low Tire Pressure Driving on a significantly under
pressure monitoring system (TPMS) Indicator inflated tire causes the tire to
that turns on every time you start the When the low tire pressure indicator overheat and can lead to tire failure.
engine and monitors the pressure in is on, one or more of your tires is Underinflation also reduces fuel
your tires while driving. significantly underinflated. You efficiency and tire tread life, and may
should stop and check your tires as affect the vehicle’s handling and
Each tire has its own pressure soon as possible, and inflate them to stopping ability.
sensor (not including the spare tire). the proper pressure as indicated on
If the air pressure of a tire becomes the vehicle’s tire information placard. Because tire pressure varies by
significantly low while driving, the temperature and other conditions,
sensor in that tire immediately sends If you think you can safely drive a the low tire pressure indicator may
a signal that causes the low tire short distance to a service station, come on unexpectedly.
pressure indicator to come on. 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 343 ).

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.

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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

For example, if you check and fill information label and in the owner’s When you restart the vehicle with
your tires in a warm area, then drive manual (see page 330 ). the compact spare tire, the TPMS
in extremely cold weather, the tire indicator may also come on and stay
pressure will be lower than Tire Pressure Monitoring on after driving several miles
measured and could be underinflated System (TPMS) Indicator (kilometers).
and cause the low tire pressure This indicator comes on and stays on
indicator to come on. Or, if you if there is a problem with the tire
check and adjust your tire pressure pressure monitoring system.
in cooler conditions, and drive into
extremely hot conditions, the tire If this happens, the system will shut
may become overinflated. However, off and no longer monitor tire
the low tire pressure indicator will pressures. Have the system checked

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not come on if the tires are by your dealer as soon as possible.
overinflated.
If the low tire pressure indicator or
Refer to page 329 for tire inflation TPMS indicator comes on, the VSA
guidelines. system automatically turns on even if
the VSA system is turned off by
Although your tire pressure is pressing the VSA OFF switch (see
monitored, you must manually check page 277 ). If this happens, you
the tire pressures monthly. cannot turn the VSA system off by
pressing the VSA OFF switch again.
Each tire, including the spare, should
be checked monthly when cold, and
set to the recommended inflation
pressure as specified on the tire

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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Changing a Tire with TPMS The low tire pressure indicator or As required by the FCC:
If you have a flat tire, the low tire the TPMS indicator will go off, after This device complies with Part 15 of the
pressure indicator will come on. several miles (kilometers) driving, FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
Replace the flat tire with the when you replace the spare tire with following two conditions: (1) This device
compact spare tire (see page 343 ). the specified regular tire equipped may not cause harmful interference, and
with the tire pressure monitor sensor. (2) this device must accept any
Each wheel (except the compact interference received, including
spare tire wheel) is equipped with a Never use a puncture-repairing agent interference that may cause undesired
tire pressure sensor mounted inside in a flat tire. If used, you will have to operation.
the tire behind the valve stem. You replace the tire pressure sensor.
must use TPMS specific wheels. It is Have the flat tire repaired by your Changes or modifications not expressly
recommended that you always have dealer as soon as possible. approved by the party responsible for
your tires serviced by your dealer or compliance could void the user’s
qualified technician. authority to operate the equipment.

After you replace the flat tire with This device complies with Industry
the compact spare tire, the low tire Canada Standard RSS-210.
pressure indicator stays on. This is Operation is subject to the following two
normal; the system is not monitoring conditions: (1) this device may not cause
the spare tire pressure. Manually interference, and (2) this device must
check the spare tire pressure to be accept any interference that may cause
sure it is correct. After several miles undesired operation of the device.
(kilometers) driving with the
compact spare tire, the TPMS
indicator comes on and the low tire
pressure indicator goes off.

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Towing a Trailer

Your vehicle has been designed Load Limits

primarily to carry passengers and
their cargo. You can also use it to
tow a trailer if you carefully observe
the load limits, use the proper
equipment, and follow the guidelines
in this section.

Break-In Period
Avoid towing a trailer during your
vehicle’s first 600 miles (1,000 km)
(see page 242 ).

Driving
Total Trailer Weight: The Tongue Load: The weight that
Exceeding any load limit or maximum allowable weight of the the tongue of a fully-loaded trailer
improperly loading your vehicle trailer and everything in or on it puts on the hitch should be
and trailer can cause a crash in must not exceed 1,000 lbs (450 kg). approximately 10% of the total
which you can be seriously hurt Towing a load that is too heavy trailer weight. Too much tongue
or killed. can seriously affect your vehicle’s load reduces front-tire traction and
handling and performance. It can steering control. Too little tongue
Check the loading of your also damage the engine and load can make the trailer unstable
vehicle and trailer carefully drivetrain. and cause it to sway.
before starting to drive.

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Towing a Trailer

To achieve a proper tongue load, Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Canadian models
start by loading 60% of the load (GVWR):
toward the front of the trailer and The maximum allowable weight of LX:
40% toward the rear, then re-adjust the vehicle, all occupants, all 1,970 kg
the load as needed. accessories, all cargo, and the
tongue load is: EX and EX-L:
2,020 kg
U.S. models
V6 models with automatic
LX and LX-S: transmission:
4,299 lbs (1,950 kg) 2,075 kg

EX and EX-L: V6 models with manual transmission:

4,409 lbs (2,000 kg) 2,040 kg

V6 models with automatic

transmission:
4,541 lbs (2,060 kg)

V6 models with manual transmission:

4,475 lbs (2,030 kg)

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Towing a Trailer

Gross Axle Weight Rating V6 models with manual transmission: Canadian models
(GAWR): 2,425 lbs (1,100 kg)
The maximum allowable weight at on the front axle LX:
the vehicle axles is: 2,050 lbs (930 kg) 1,065 kg
on the rear axle on the front axle
U.S. models 910 kg
on the rear axle
LX and LX-S:
2,337 lbs (1,060 kg) EX and EX-L:
on the front axle 1,095 kg
2,006 lbs (910 kg) on the front axle
on the rear axle 930 kg

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on the rear axle
EX and EX-L:
2,414 lbs (1,095 kg) V6 models with automatic
on the front axle transmission:
2,039 lbs (925 kg) 1,160 kg
on the rear axle on the front axle
950 kg
V6 models with automatic on the rear axle
transmission:
2,535 lbs (1,150 kg) V6 models with manual transmission:
on the front axle 1,110 kg
2,050 lbs (930 kg) on the front axle
on the rear axle 950 kg
on the rear axle

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Towing a Trailer

Checking Loads Towing Equipment and Hitches

The best way to confirm that all Accessories Any hitch used on your vehicle must
loads are within limits is to check Towing can require a variety of be properly bolted to the underbody.
them at a public scale. For public equipment, depending on the size of
scales in your area, check your local your trailer, how it will be used, how Safety Chains
phone book, or contact your trailer much load you are towing, and Always use safety chains when you
dealer or rental agency for where you tow. tow a trailer. Make sure the chains
assistance. are secured to the trailer and hitch,
Discuss your needs with your trailer and that they cross under the tongue
If you cannot get to a public scale, sales or rental agency, and follow the and can catch the trailer if it
you can estimate the total trailer guidelines in this section. Also make becomes unhitched. Leave enough
weight by adding the weight of your sure that all equipment is properly slack to allow the trailer to turn
trailer (as quoted by the installed and maintained, and that it corners easily, but do not let the
manufacturer) with everything in or meets federal, state, province, chains drag on the ground.
on the trailer. territory, and local regulations.

If you normally pull the same load

each time you tow a trailer, you can
use a suitable scale or a special
tongue load gauge to check the
tongue load the first time you set up
a towing combination (a fully loaded
vehicle and trailer), then recheck the
tongue load whenever the conditions
change.

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Towing a Trailer

Trailer Brakes Trailer Lights Additional Towing Equipment

There are two common types of Trailer lights and equipment must Many states and Canadian
trailer brakes: surge and electric. comply with federal, state, province, provinces/territories require special
Surge brakes are common for boat territory, and local regulations. outside mirrors when towing a trailer.
trailers, since the brakes will get wet. Check with your local trailer sales or Even if they don’t, you should install
rental agencies for the requirements special mirrors if you cannot clearly
If you choose electric brakes, be in the area where you plan to tow, see behind you, or if the trailer
sure they are electronically actuated. and use only equipment designed for creates a blind spot.
Do not attempt to tap into your your vehicle. Ask your trailer sales or rental
vehicle’s hydraulic system. No agency if any other items are
matter how successful it may seem, Since lighting and wiring vary by recommended or required for your
any attempt to attach trailer brakes trailer type and brand, you should towing situation.

Driving
to your vehicle’s hydraulic system have a qualified technician install a
will lower braking effectiveness and suitable connector between the
create a potential hazard. vehicle and the trailer. Improper
equipment or installation can cause
See your trailer dealer or rental damage to your vehicle’s electrical
agency for more information on system and affect your vehicle
installing electric brakes. warranty.

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Towing a Trailer

Pre-Tow Checklist The lights and brakes on your Driving Safely With a Trailer
When preparing to tow, and before vehicle and the trailer are working The added weight, length, and
driving away, be sure to check the properly. height of a trailer will affect your
following: vehicle’s handling and performance,
Your vehicle tires and spare are so driving with a trailer requires
The vehicle has been properly properly inflated, and the trailer some special driving skills and
serviced, and the suspension and tires and spare are inflated as techniques.
the cooling system are in good recommended by the trailer
operating condition. maker. For your safety and the safety of
others, take time to practice driving
The trailer has been properly maneuvers before heading for the
serviced and is in good condition. open road, and follow the guidelines
in this section.
All weights and loads are within
limits.

The hitch, safety chains, and any

other attachments are secure.

All items in or on the trailer are

properly secured and cannot shift
while you drive.

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Towing a Trailer

Towing Speeds and Gears Making Turns and Braking When driving down hills, reduce
Drive slower than normal in all Make turns more slowly and wider your speed, and shift down to second
driving situations, and obey posted than normal. The trailer tracks a gear. Do not ‘‘ride’’ the brakes, and
speed limits for vehicles with trailers. smaller arc than your vehicle, and it remember, it will take longer to slow
If you have an automatic can hit or run over something the down and stop when towing a trailer.
transmission, use the D position vehicle misses. Allow more time and
when towing a trailer on level roads. distance for braking. Do not brake or If you must stop when facing uphill,
D3 is the proper shift lever position turn suddenly as this could cause the use the foot brake or parking brake.
to use when towing a trailer in hilly trailer to jackknife or turn over. Do not try to hold the vehicle in
terrain. (See ‘‘Driving on Hills’’ in the place by pressing on the accelerator,
next column for additional gear Driving on Hills as this can cause the automatic
information.) When climbing hills, closely watch transmission to overheat.

Driving
your temperature gauge. If it nears
the red (Hot) mark, turn the air Handling Crosswinds and Buffeting
conditioning off, reduce speed and, if Crosswinds and air turbulence
necessary, pull to the side of the caused by passing trucks can disrupt
road to let the engine cool. your steering and cause the trailer to
sway. When being passed by a large
If the automatic transmission shifts vehicle, keep a constant speed, and
frequently while going up a hill, shift steer straight ahead. Do not try to
to D3. make quick steering or braking
corrections.

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Towing a Trailer

Backing Up Towing Your Vehicle

Always drive slowly and have Your vehicle is not designed to be
someone guide you when backing up. towed behind a motor home. If your
Grip the bottom of the steering wheel, vehicle needs to be towed in an
then turn the wheel to the left to get emergency, see page 365 .
the trailer to move to the left, and
turn the wheel right to move the
trailer to the right.

Parking
Follow all normal precautions when
parking, including firmly setting the
parking brake and putting the
transmission in Park (automatic) or
in first or reverse (manual). Also,
place wheel chocks at each of the
trailer’s tires.

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Maintenance

This section explains why it is Maintenance Safety ....................... 290

important to keep your vehicle well Maintenance Minder ..................... 291
maintained and how to follow basic Fluid Locations............................... 298
maintenance safety precautions. Adding Engine Oil ......................... 300
Changing the Engine Oil and
This section also includes Filter ............................................ 302
instructions on how to read the Engine Coolant ............................... 304
maintenance minder messages on Windshield Washers ..................... 306
the information display, and Transmission Fluid ........................ 307
instructions for simple maintenance Automatic Transmission........... 307
tasks you may want to take care of Manual Transmission ............... 309
yourself. Brake and Clutch Fluid ................. 312
Power Steering Fluid ..................... 313
If you have the skills and tools to Timing Belt ..................................... 314

Maintenance
perform more complex maintenance Lights .............................................. 315
tasks on your vehicle, you may want Cleaning the Seat Belts ................. 324
to purchase the service manual. See Floor Mats ...................................... 325
page 389 for information on how to Dust and Pollen Filter ................... 325
obtain a copy, or see your dealer. Wiper Blades .................................. 326
Tires ................................................ 329
Checking the Battery .................... 337
Vehicle Storage .............................. 338

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Maintenance Safety

All service items not detailed in this Injury from moving parts. Do
section should be performed by a not run the engine unless
certified technician or qualified Improperly maintaining this instructed to do so.
mechanic. vehicle, or failing to correct a
problem before driving can
Important Safety Precautions cause a crash in which you can
To eliminate potential hazards, read be seriously hurt or killed. Failure to properly follow
the instructions before you begin, maintenance instructions and
and make sure you have the tools Always follow the inspection precautions can cause you to
and skills required. and maintenance be seriously hurt or killed.
Make sure your vehicle is parked recommendations and
on level ground, the parking brake schedules in this owner’s Always follow the procedures
is set, and the engine is off. manual. and precautions in this owner’s
manual.
To clean parts, use a commercially
available degreaser or parts Potential Vehicle Hazards
cleaner, not gasoline. Carbon Monoxide poison from Some of the most important safety
engine exhaust. Be sure there is precautions are given here. However,
To reduce the possibility of fire or adequate ventilation whenever you we cannot warn you of every
explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks, operate the engine. conceivable hazard that can arise in
and flames away from the battery performing maintenance. Only you
and all fuel-related parts. Burns from hot parts. Let the can decide whether or not you
engine and exhaust system cool should perform a given task.
Wear eye protection and down before touching any parts.
protective clothing when working
with the battery or compressed air.

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Maintenance Minder

Your vehicle displays engine oil life Engine Oil Life Display The remaining engine oil life is
and maintenance service items on shown on the display according to
the information display to show you SELECT/RESET KNOB this table:
when you should have your dealer do
engine oil replacement and indicated Calculated Engine Displayed
maintenance service. Oil Life (%) Engine Oil Life (%)
100 % − 91 % 100 %
Based on the engine operating 90 % − 81 % 90 %
conditions, the onboard computer in 80 % − 71 % 80 %
your vehicle calculates the remaining 70 % − 61 % 70 %
engine oil life and displays it as a 60 % − 51 % 60 %
percentage. 50 % − 41 % 50 %
ENGINE OIL LIFE INDICATOR 40 % − 31 % 40 %
30 % − 21 % 30 %

Maintenance
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% 5%
until the engine oil life indicator 0% 0%
appears (see page 64 ).

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Maintenance Minder

MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR

ENGINE OIL LIFE INDICATOR

MAINTENANCE ITEM CODE(S)

If the remaining engine oil life is 15 The 15 and 10 percent oil life When the remaining engine oil life is
to 6 percent, you will see the engine indicators remind you that your 5 to 1 percent, you will see a
oil life indicator every time you turn vehicle will soon be due for ‘‘SERVICE’’ message along with the
the ignition switch to the ON (II) scheduled maintenance. same maintenance item code(s),
position. The maintenance minder every time you turn the ignition
indicator will also come on, and the switch to the ON (II) position.
maintenance item code(s) for other
scheduled maintenance items
needing service will be displayed
next to the engine oil life indicator.

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Maintenance Minder

The maintenance item code or codes

indicate the main and sub items
required at the time of the oil change
(see page 297 ).

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 NEGATIVE DISTANCE TRAVELED
indicator ( ) comes on every

Maintenance
time you turn the ignition switch to When the remaining engine oil life is If you do not perform the indicated
the ON (II) position, then it goes out 0 percent, the engine oil life indicator maintenance, negative distance
if you switch the information display. will blink. The display comes on traveled is displayed and begins to
every time you turn the ignition blink after the vehicle has been
When you see this message, have switch to the ON (II) position. The driven 10 miles (10 km) or more.
the indicated maintenance maintenance minder indicator
performed by your dealer as soon as ( ) also comes on and remains Negative distance traveled means
possible. on in the instrument panel. When your vehicle has passed the
you see this message, immediately maintenance required point.
have the indicated maintenance done Immediately have the indicated
by your dealer. maintenance done by your dealer.
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Maintenance Minder

To change the information display Maintenance Main Items and Sub Resetting the Engine Oil Life
from the engine oil life display to the Items Display
odometer or the trip meter, press Your dealer will reset the display
and release the select/reset knob. MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE after completing the required
MINDER INDICATOR MAIN ITEM maintenance service. You will see
When the engine oil life is 0 percent ‘‘OIL LIFE 100%’’ on the information
or negative distance traveled, the display the next time you turn the
maintenance minder indicator ignition switch to the ON (II)
( ) remains on even if you position.
change the information display. ENGINE
OIL LIFE If maintenance service is done by
Immediately have the service someone other than your dealer,
performed, and make sure to reset reset the maintenance minder as
the display as described as follows. MAINTENANCE SUB ITEM(S) follows:

All maintenance items displayed on 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON

the information display are in code. (II) position.
For an explanation of these
maintenance codes, see page 297 . 2. Press the select/reset knob
repeatedly until the engine oil life
indicator is displayed.

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Maintenance Minder

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
correct 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

3. Press the select/reset knob for 4. Press the select/reset knob for knows your vehicle best and can

Maintenance
about 10 seconds. The engine oil another 5 seconds. The provide competent, efficient service.
life and the maintenance item maintenance item code(s) will
code(s) will blink. disappear, and the engine oil life
will reset to ‘‘100.’’

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Maintenance Minder

However, service at a dealer is not U.S. Vehicles: Engine oil level − Check every
mandatory to keep your warranties Maintenance, replacement, or time you fill the fuel tank. See
in effect. Maintenance may be done repair of emissions control page 248 .
by any qualified service facility or devices and systems may be done
person who is skilled in this type of by any automotive repair Engine coolant level − Check the
automotive service. Make sure to establishment or individual using radiator reserve tank every time
have the service facility or person parts that are ‘‘certified’’ to EPA you fill the fuel tank. See page 249 .
reset the display as previously standards.
described. Keep all receipts as proof Automatic transmission − Check
of completion, and have the person According to state and federal the fluid level monthly. See page
who does the work fill out your regulations, failure to perform 307 .
Honda Service History or Canadian maintenance on the items marked
Maintenance Log. Check your with ＃ will not void your emissions Brakes − Check the fluid level
warranty booklet for more warranties. However, all monthly. See page 312 .
information. maintenance services should be
performed in accordance with the Tires − Check the tire pressure
We recommend using Honda parts intervals indicated by the monthly. Examine the tread for
and fluids whenever you have information display. wear and foreign objects. See page
maintenance done. These are 329 .
manufactured to the same high Owner’s Maintenance Checks
quality standards as the original You should check the following Lights − Check the operation of
components, so you can be confident items at the specified intervals. If the headlights, parking lights,
of their performance and durability. you are unsure of how to perform taillights, high-mount brake light,
any check, turn to the appropriate and license plate lights monthly.
page listed. See page 315 .

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Maintenance Minder

Symbol Maintenance Main Items Symbol Maintenance Sub Items

A Replace engine oil＊1 1 Rotate tires
B Replace engine oil＊1 and oil filter 2 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
Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high
Suspension components concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from
Driveshaft boots diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles
Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA) (24,000 km).

Maintenance Minder
All fluid levels and condition of fluids Inspect drive belt
Exhaust system＃ 3 Replace transmission fluid
Fuel lines and connections＃ 4 Replace spark plugs
Replace timing belt and inspect water pump
＊1 : If the message ‘‘SERVICE’’ does not appear more than 12 months after the (V6 engine only)
display is reset, change the engine oil every year. If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over
110°F, 43°C), or in very low temperatures (under −20°F,
＃ : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the center −29°C), replace every 60,000 miles (U.S.)/100,000 km
column on page 296 . (Canada).
Inspect valve clearance
NOTE: Independent of the maintenance minder display, replace the brake fluid 5 Replace engine coolant
every 3 years.

Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).

Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.

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Fluid Locations

4-cylinder models

BRAKE FLUID CLUTCH FLUID

(Black cap) (Manual
Transmission only)
(Light gray cap)

ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK

(Orange handle)
ENGINE OIL
FILL CAP
POWER STEERING
FLUID (Red cap)
AUTOMATIC
WASHER FLUID TRANSMISSION
(Blue cap) FLUID DIPSTICK
(Yellow loop)

ENGINE COOLANT
RESERVOIR

RADIATOR CAP

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Fluid Locations

V6 models
ENGINE OIL FILL CAP
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK BRAKE FLUID
(Orange loop) (Black cap)

CLUTCH FLUID
(Manual
Transmission only)
(Light gray cap)

POWER STEERING
FLUID (Red cap)
AUTOMATIC

Maintenance
TRANSMISSION
FLUID DIPSTICK
(Yellow loop)
WASHER FLUID
(Blue cap)

ENGINE COOLANT
RESERVOIR RADIATOR CAP

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Adding Engine Oil

ENGINE OIL FILL CAP ENGINE OIL FILL CAP

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.

4-cylinder models V6 models

Unscrew and remove the engine oil Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and
fill cap on top of the valve cover. tighten it securely. Wait a few
Pour in the oil slowly and carefully so minutes, and recheck the oil level on
you do not spill any. Clean up any the engine oil dipstick. Do not fill
spills immediately. Spilled oil could above the upper mark; you could
damage components in the engine damage the engine.
compartment.

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Adding Engine Oil

Honda Motor Oil is the preferred The oil viscosity or weight is Synthetic Oil
5W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. It is provided on the container’s label. You may use a synthetic motor oil if
highly recommended that you use 5W-20 oil is formulated for year- it meets the same requirements
Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for round protection of your vehicle to given for a conventional motor oil: it
optimum engine protection. Make improve cold weather starting and displays the API Certification Seal,
sure the API Certification Seal says fuel economy. and it is the proper weight. You must
‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’ 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

Maintenance
performance and durability.
Ambient Temperature

API CERTIFICATION SEAL

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Changing the Engine Oil and Filter

Always change the oil and filter WASHER WASHER

according to the maintenance
messages shown on the information
display. The oil and filter collect
contaminants that can damage your
engine if they are not removed
regularly.

Changing the oil and filter requires

special tools and access from
underneath the vehicle. The vehicle
OIL DRAIN BOLT
should be raised on a service station- 4-cylinder models V6 models OIL DRAIN BOLT
type hydraulic lift for this service.
Unless you have the knowledge and 2. Open the hood, and remove the 3. Remove the oil filter and let the
proper equipment, you should have engine oil fill cap. Remove the oil remaining oil drain. A special
this maintenance done by a skilled drain bolt and washer from the wrench (available from your
technician. bottom of the engine. Drain the oil dealer) is required.
into an appropriate container.
1. Run the engine until it reaches Make sure the oil filter gasket is
normal operating temperature, not stuck to the contacting surface
then shut it off. of the engine. If it is, remove it
before installing a new oil filter.

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Changing the Engine Oil and Filter

OIL FILTER OIL FILTER 7. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap.
Start the engine. The oil pressure
indicator should go out within 5
seconds. If it does not, turn off the
engine, and check your work.

8. Let the engine run for several

minutes, then check the drain bolt
and oil filter for leaks.

9. Turn off the engine, let it sit for

4-cylinder models V6 models several minutes, then check the oil
level on the dipstick. If necessary,
4. Install a new oil filter according to 6. Refill the engine with the recom- add more oil.

Maintenance
the instructions that come with it. mended oil.
Make sure to clean off any dirt
and dust on the contacting surface Engine oil change capacity
of a new oil filter. (including filter): Improper disposal of engine oil can be
harmf ul to the environment. If you
5. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, 4-cylinder models change your own oil, please dispose of
then reinstall the drain bolt. 4.2 US qt (4.0 ) the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed
Tighten the drain bolt to: container and take it to a recycling
29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m) V6 models center. Do not discard it in a trash bin
4.5 US qt (4.3 ) or dump it on the ground.

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Engine Coolant

Adding Engine Coolant 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
4-cylinder models RESERVE TANK V6 models RESERVE TANK possible.

If the coolant level in the reserve Always use Honda Long-life Anti- 4-cylinder models only
tank is at or below the MIN line, add freeze/Coolant Type 2. This coolant
coolant to bring it up to the MAX line. is pre-mixed with 50 percent
Inspect the cooling system for leaks. antifreeze and 50 percent distilled If you regularly drive your vehicle
water. Never add straight antifreeze under severe conditions in very low
or plain water. temperature (under −31°F, −35°C), a
higher concentration of coolant should
be used. Consult your Honda dealer
f or more inf ormation on the proper
coolant.

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Engine Coolant

If the reserve tank is completely

empty, you should also check the
coolant level in the radiator. RADIATOR CAP

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 4-cylinder models V6 models RADIATOR CAP
removing the radiator cap.

Maintenance
4. The coolant level should be up to 6. Pour coolant into the reserve tank.
1. Make sure the engine and radiator the base of the filler neck. Add Fill it to halfway between the MAX
are cool. coolant if it is low. and MIN marks. Put the cap back
on the reserve tank.
2. Relieve any pressure in the cooling Pour the coolant slowly and
system by turning the radiator cap carefully so you do not spill any. Do not add any rust inhibitors or
counterclockwise, without Clean up any spill immediately; it other additives to your vehicle’s
pressing down. could damage components in the cooling system. They may not be
engine compartment. compatible with the coolant or
3. Remove the radiator cap by engine components.
pushing it down and turning it 5. Put the radiator cap back on, and
counterclockwise. tighten it fully.

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Windshield Washers

LEVEL GAUGE LEVEL GAUGE

Do not use engine antif reeze or a

vinegar/water solution in the
windshield washer reservoir. Antif reeze
can damage your vehicle’s paint, while
a vinegar/water solution can damage
the windshield washer pump. Use only
commercially-available windshield
washer f luid.

4-cylinder models V6 models

Check the level in the windshield Fill the reservoir with a good-quality
washer reservoir at least monthly windshield washer fluid. This
during normal use. increases the cleaning capability and
prevents freezing in cold weather.
Check the fluid level by removing
the cap and looking at the level When you refill the reservoir, clean
gauge. the edges of the windshield wiper
blades with windshield washer fluid
On Canadian models: The low washer on a clean cloth. This will help to
level indicator comes on when the condition the blade edges.
level is low (see page 60 ).

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Transmission Fluid

Automatic Transmission
DIPSTICK DIPSTICK

UPPER
MARK
LOWER
MARK
4-cylinder models V6 models 4-cylinder models

Maintenance
Check the fluid level with the engine 2. Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) 3. Insert the dipstick all the way into
at normal operating temperature. from the transmission, and wipe it the transmission securely as
with a clean cloth. shown in the illustration.
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.

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Transmission Fluid

5. If the level is below the lower The transmission should be drained

mark, add fluid into the dipstick and refilled with new fluid according
hole to bring it to the level to the maintenance minder (see page
between the upper and lower 291 ).
marks.
If you are not sure how to add fluid,
Pour the fluid slowly and carefully contact your dealer.
so you do not spill any. Clean up
UPPER any spill immediately; it could
MARK
damage components in the engine
LOWER compartment. Use only Honda Genuine ATF-Z1
MARK (automatic transmission f luid). Do not
V6 models Always use Honda Genuine mix with other transmission f luids.
ATF-Z1 (automatic transmission Using transmission f luid other than
4. Remove the dipstick and check fluid). Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 may cause
the fluid level. It should be deterioration in transmission operation
between the upper and lower 6. Insert the dipstick all the way back and durability, and could result in
marks. into the transmission securely as damage to the transmission.
shown in the illustration. Damage resulting f rom the use of
transmission f luid other than Honda
Genuine ATF-Z1 is not covered by the
Honda new vehicle warranty.

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Transmission Fluid

Manual Transmission Reinstall the under cover and put the

holding clips back in place. Make
FILLER BOLT sure the under cover is installed
under the edge of the front bumper.

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
Correct level additives, and continued use can
cause stiffer shifting. Replace as

Maintenance
4-cylinder models Remove the transmission filler bolt, soon as it is convenient.
Check the fluid level with the and carefully feel inside the bolt hole
transmission at normal operating with your finger. The transmission should be drained
temperature and the vehicle sitting and refilled with new fluid according
on level ground. The fluid level should be up to the to the maintenance minder (see page
edge of the bolt hole. If it is not, add 291 ).
To check the transmission fluid level, Honda Manual Transmission Fluid
remove the under cover holding clips (MTF) until it starts to run out of the If you are not sure how to check and
with a flat-tip screwdriver, then hole. Reinstall the filler bolt, and add fluid, contact your dealer.
remove the under cover carefully. tighten it securely.

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Transmission Fluid

FILLER BOLT

DRAIN BOLT CHECK BOLT WASHER

V6 models Remove the check bolt and look for If no fluid comes out, remove the
Check the fluid level with the transmission fluid coming out of the filler bolt. Slowly add Honda Manual
transmission at normal operating bolt hole. If a small amount of fluid Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it
temperature and the vehicle sitting drips out of the bolt hole, reinstall starts to run out of the check bolt
on level ground. the check bolt. hole.

To check the transmission fluid level,

remove the 3 under cover holding
clips with a flat-tip screwdriver, then
pull out the driver’s side under cover
carefully.

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Transmission Fluid

Pour the fluid into the filler hole If Honda MTF is not available, you
slowly and carefully so you do not may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40
spill any. Clean up any spills viscosity motor oil with the API
immediately; it could damage Certification Seal that says ‘‘FOR
components in the engine GASOLINE ENGINES’’ as a
compartment. temporary replacement. However,
motor oil does not contain the proper
Let the fluid run out until it stops, additives, and continued use can
then reinstall the check bolt and the cause stiffer shifting. Replace as
filler bolt. soon as it is convenient.

Reinstall the under cover and put the The transmission should be drained
holding clips back in place. Make and refilled with new fluid according
sure the under cover is installed to the maintenance minder (see page

Maintenance
under the edge of the front bumper. 291 ).

If you are not sure how to check and

add fluid, contact your dealer.

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Brake and Clutch Fluid

Check the fluid level in the Always use Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
reservoirs monthly. There are up to Brake Fluid DOT 3. If it is not
two reservoirs, depending on the available, you should use only DOT 3 MAX
model. They are: or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed
container, as a temporary
Brake fluid reservoir (all models) replacement.
Clutch fluid reservoir
(manual transmission only) Using any non-Honda brake fluid can
cause corrosion and decrease the life
Independent of the maintenance of the system. Have the brake
minder display, replace the brake system flushed and refilled with
fluid every 3 years. Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
DOT 3 as soon as possible. MIN

Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not The fluid level should be between
compatible with your vehicle’s the MIN and MAX marks on the side
braking system and can cause of the reservoir. If the level is at or
extensive damage. below the MIN mark, your brake
system needs attention. Have the
brake system inspected for leaks or
worn brake pads.

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Brake and Clutch Fluid, Power Steering Fluid

Clutch Fluid A low fluid level can indicate a leak Power Steering Fluid
Manual transmission only in the clutch system. Have this
system inspected as soon as possible. UPPER LEVEL
MAX

4-cylinder models LOWER LEVEL

MIN

Maintenance
Check the level on the side of the
The fluid level should be between reservoir when the engine is cold.
the MIN and MAX marks on the side The fluid should be between the
of the reservoir. If it is not, add UPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL.
brake fluid to bring it up to that level. If not, add power steering fluid to the
Use the same fluid specified for the UPPER LEVEL.
brake system.

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Power Steering Fluid, Timing Belt

Always use Honda Power Steering Timing Belt

Fluid. You may use another power V6 models
UPPER LEVEL steering fluid as an emergency The timing belt should be replaced
replacement, but have the power according to the maintenance
steering system flushed and refilled minder (see page 291 ).
with Honda PSF as soon as possible.
Replace the timing belt every 60,000
A low power steering fluid level can miles (U.S.) or every 100,000 km
indicate a leak in the system. Check (Canada) if you regularly drive your
the fluid level frequently, and have vehicle in any of the following
the system inspected as soon as conditions:
possible.
V6 models LOWER LEVEL In very high temperatures
(over 110°F, 43°C).
Pour the fluid slowly and carefully In very low temperatures
so you do not spill any. Clean up Turning the steering wheel to f ull lef t (under −20°F, −29°C).
any spills immediately; it could or right lock and holding it there can If you frequently tow a trailer.
damage components in the engine damage the power steering pump.
compartment.

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Lights

Headlight Aiming Replacing a Headlight Bulb High Beam Headlight

The headlights were properly aimed Your vehicle has halogen headlight
when your vehicle was new. If you bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle
regularly carry heavy items in the it by its base, and protect the glass
trunk or pull a trailer, readjustment from contact with your skin or hard
may be required. Adjustments objects. If you touch the glass, clean
should be done by your dealer or it with denatured alcohol and a clean
another qualified technician. cloth.

Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot

when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch 4-cylinder models STAY
on the glass can cause the bulb to

Maintenance
overheat and shatter. 1. Open the hood.

To change a bulb on the

passenger’s side, remove the
engine coolant reserve tank by
pulling it out of its stay.

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Lights

FASTENER AIR INTAKE COVER BULB

V6 models STAY V6 models DUCT TAB

On V6 models 2. Remove the electrical connector

To change a bulb on the driver’s side, from the bulb by pushing on the
undo the fastener and remove the air tab to unlock it, then slide the
intake cover and duct. connector off the bulb.

3. Remove the bulb by turning it

approximately one-quarter turn
counterclockwise.

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Lights

4. Install the new bulb, and turn it Low Beam Headlight

one-quarter turn clockwise to lock BULB
it in place. HOLDING CLIPS

5. Push the electrical connector onto

the bulb.

6. Turn on the headlights to test the

new bulb.

7. Driver’s side on V6 models

Reinstall the air intake cover and
duct securely. Reinstall the TAB
fastener and secure it by pushing

Maintenance
on the head until it locks. 1. To change the passenger’s side 3. Pull the inner fender cover away
bulb, start the engine, turn the from the fender and bumper.
Passenger’s side steering wheel all the way to the
Reinstall the engine coolant left, and turn off the engine. To 4. Remove the bulb by turning it
reserve tank. change the driver’s side bulb, turn approximately one-quarter turn
the steering wheel to the right. counterclockwise.

2. Use a flat-tip screwdriver to 5. Remove the electrical connector

remove the two holding clips from from the bulb by pushing on the
the inner fender. tab to unlock it, then slide the
connector off the bulb.
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Lights

6. Install the new bulb, and turn it Replacing a Front Turn Signal/
one-quarter turn clockwise to lock Parking Light Bulb
it in place.

7. Push the electrical connector onto

the bulb.

8. Turn on the headlights to test the

new bulb.

9. Put the inner fender cover in place.

Install the two holding clips. Lock
each one in place by pushing on
the center. V6 model is shown. STAY BULB

1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the socket from the

headlight assembly by turning it
To change the turn signal bulb on one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
the passenger’s side, remove the
engine coolant reserve tank by 3. To remove the burned out bulb,
pulling it out of its stay. push it in and turn it
counterclockwise until it unlocks.

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Lights

4. Install the new bulb and turn it Replacing a Front Side Marker
clockwise to lock it in place. Light Bulb

5. Insert the socket back into the HOLDING CLIPS

BULB
headlight assembly. Turn it
clockwise to lock it in place.

6. Turn on the lights to make sure

the new bulb is working.

7. Passenger’s side
Reinstall the coolant reserve tank.

Maintenance
1. To change the bulb on the driver’s 3. Remove the socket from the
side, start the engine, turn the headlight assembly by turning it
steering wheel all the way to the one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
right, then turn off the engine. To
change the bulb on the passenger’s 4. Pull the burned out bulb straight
side, turn the steering wheel to the out of its socket.
left. Push the new bulb straight into
the socket until it bottoms.
2. Use a flat-tip screwdriver to
remove the two holding clips from
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Lights

5. Insert the socket back into the Replacing Rear Bulbs

headlight assembly. Turn it
clockwise to lock it in place. BULB SOCKET

6. Turn on the lights to make sure

the new bulb is working.

7. Reinstall the inner fender cover.

Then reinstall the holding clips,
and lock them in place by pushing
on their centers.

SCREW

1. Open the trunk. 3. Remove the socket by turning it

one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
Remove the screws in the center
of each of the two fasteners on the 4. Pull the bulb straight out of its
side of the trunk lining. Pull the socket. Push the new bulb straight
lining back. into the socket until it bottoms.

2. Determine which of the three 5. Insert the socket back into the
bulbs is burned out: stop/taillight, light assembly. Turn it clockwise
back-up light or turn signal light. to lock it in place.

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Lights

6. Turn on the lights to make sure Replacing the High-mount Brake 3. Reinstall the socket. Turn it
the new bulb is working. Light Bulb clockwise until it locks. Make sure
the new bulb is working.
7. Push the trunk lid trim back into BULB
position. SOCKET

8. Put the fasteners into the holes on

the side of the trunk lining.
Reinstall the screws.

Maintenance
1. Open the trunk, and remove the
socket from the light assembly by
turning it one-quarter turn counter-
clockwise.

2. Pull the bulb straight out of its

socket. Push the new bulb straight
into the socket until it bottoms.

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Lights

Replacing a Fog Light Bulb

If equipped
Your vehicle uses halogen light
bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle
it by its plastic case, 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.

ELECTRICAL
FASTENERS CONNECTOR TAB
Halogen light bulbs get very hot when
lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on 1. Passenger’s side 2. Remove the electrical connector
the glass can cause the bulb to overheat Remove the three fasteners with a from the bulb by pushing on the
and shatter. flat-tip screwdriver. tab to unlock it, then slide the
connector off the bulb.
The fog lights were properly aimed Pull down the under cover from
when your vehicle was new. If you the bumper carefully. 3. Remove the bulb by turning it
regularly carry heavy items in the about one-quarter turn
trunk or pull a trailer, readjustment counterclockwise.
may be required. Adjustment should
be done by your dealer or another
qualified technician.

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Lights

8. Insert the new bulb into the hole,

HOLDING CLIPS
and turn it one-quarter turn
clockwise to lock it in place.

9. Push the electrical connector back

onto the bulb. Make sure it is on
all the way.

10. Turn on the fog lights to test the

TAB
new bulb.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR 11. Passenger’s side
Reinstall the under cover and put
4. Driver’s side 6. Remove the electrical connector the three fasteners back in place.

Maintenance
To change the bulb, start the from the bulb by pushing on the
engine, turn the steering wheel all tab and pulling the connector Driver’s side
the way to the right, then turn off down. Reinstall the inner fender. Make
the engine. sure it is installed under the edge
7. Remove the bulb from the fog of the front bumper.
5. Use a flat-tip screwdriver to light assembly by turning it one-
remove the two holding clips from quarter turn counterclockwise. Reinstall the holding clips, and
the inner fender, and pull the inner push in the head of each clip.
fender cover back.

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Lights, Cleaning the Seat Belts

Rear License Plate Light Bulbs Cleaning the Seat Belts Dirt build-up around the openings of
The license plate has two lights the seat belt anchors can cause the
above it. The bulbs should be OPENING belts to retract slowly. Wipe the
replaced by your dealer. openings with a clean cloth
dampened in mild soap and warm
water or isopropyl alcohol.

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.

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Floor Mats, Dust and Pollen Filter

Floor Mats Dust and Pollen Filter

This filter removes the dust and
FRONT (Driver’s side) REAR (Right passenger’s side) pollen that is brought in from the
outside through the heating and
cooling system/climate control
system.

Have your dealer replace this 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

Maintenance
The driver’s and right rear If you remove a floor mat, make sure of soot in the air, or if the airflow
passenger’s floor mats that came to re-anchor it when you put it back from the heating and cooling
with your vehicle hook over the floor in your vehicle. system/climate control system
mat anchors. This keeps the floor becomes less than usual.
mats from sliding forward and If you use a non-Honda floor mat,
possibly interfering with the pedals make sure it fits properly and that it
(driver’s floor mat) or with the seat can be used with the floor mat
weight sensors (right rear floor mat). anchors. Do not put additional floor
mats on top of the anchored mat.

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Wiper Blades

Check the condition of the wiper WIPER ARMS LOCK TAB

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.

To replace a wiper blade: 2. Disconnect the blade assembly

from the wiper arm:
1. Raise the wiper arm off the
windshield. Raise the driver’s side Put a cloth on the edge of the lock
first, then the passenger’s side. tab to prevent scratches, then
push up on the lock tab carefully
with a flat-tip screwdriver.

Do not open the hood when the wiper

arms are raised, or you will damage the
hood and wiper arms.

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Wiper Blades

4. Examine the new wiper blades. If

WIPER ARM BLADE
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
TOP

Pivot the blade assembly toward 3. Remove the blade from its holder BLADE

Maintenance
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.

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Wiper Blades

6. Slide the wiper blade assembly

onto the wiper arm. Push down
TOP 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.

5. Place the top of the wiper blade on

the end of the blade assembly, and
slide the blade onto the assembly
until the tabs are fitted onto the
wiper blade.

Make sure the blade is completely

installed.

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Tires

To safely operate your vehicle, your Inflation Guidelines Even though your vehicle is
tires must be the proper type and Keeping the tires properly inflated equipped with TPMS, we
size, in good condition with adequate provides the best combination of recommend that you visually check
tread, and correctly inflated. handling, tread life, and riding your tires every day. If you think a
comfort. tire might be low, check it
The following pages give more immediately with a tire gauge.
detailed information on how to take Underinflated tires wear unevenly,
care of your tires and what to do adversely affect handling and fuel Use a gauge to measure the air
when they need to be replaced. economy, and are more likely to pressure in each tire at least once a
fail from being overheated. month. Even tires that are in good
condition may lose 1 to 2 psi (10 to
Overinflated tires can make your 20 kPa, 0.1 to 0.2 kgf/cm ) per
Using tires that are excessively vehicle ride harshly, are more month. Remember to check the
worn or improperly inflated can prone to damage from road spare tire at the same time.

Maintenance
cause a crash in which you can hazards, and wear unevenly.
be seriously hurt or killed. Check the air pressures when the
The tire pressure monitoring system tires are cold. This means the
Follow all instructions in this (TPMS) warns you when a tire vehicle has been parked for at least 3
owner’s manual regarding tire pressure is low. See page 278 for hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6
inflation and maintenance. more information. km). Add or release air, if needed, to
match the recommended cold tire
pressures on the next page.

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Tires

If you check air pressures when the Recommended Tire Pressures V6 models
tires are hot (driven for several Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure
miles/kilometers), you will see Normal Driving for Normal Driving
readings 4 to 6 psi (30 to 40 kPa, 0.3 The following charts show the P235/45R18 94V Front/Rear:
to 0.4 kgf/cm ) higher than the cold recommended cold tire pressures for 32 psi (220 kPa ,
readings. This is normal. Do not let most normal driving conditions. 2.2 kgf/cm )
air out to match the recommended
cold air pressure. The tire will be 4-cylinder models The compact spare tire pressure is:
underinflated. Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )
for Normal Driving
You should get your own tire P225/50R17 93V Front/Rear: For convenience, the recommended
pressure gauge and use it whenever 32 psi (220 kPa , tire sizes and cold tire pressures are
you check your tire pressures. This 2.2 kgf/cm ) on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.
will make it easier for you to tell if a
pressure loss is due to a tire problem For additional information about
and not due to a variation between your tires, see page 374 .
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.

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Tires

High Speed Driving Tire Inspection

INDICATOR LOCATION MARK
V6 models only Every time you check inflation, you
We strongly recommend that you do should also examine the tires for
not drive faster than the posted damage, foreign objects, and wear.
speed limits and conditions allow. If
you ever drive in a sanctioned You should look for:
competitive event at sustained high
speeds (over 118 mph or 190 km/h), Bumps or bulges in the tread or
be sure to adjust the cold tire side of the tire. Replace the tire if
pressures as shown below. If you do you find either of these conditions.
not, excessive heat can build up and
cause sudden tire failure. Cuts, splits, or cracks in the side TREAD WEAR INDICATOR
of the tire. Replace the tire if you
V6 models only can see fabric or cord. Your tires have wear indicators

Maintenance
Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure molded into the tread. When the
P235/45R18 94V 35 psi (240 kPa , Excessive tread wear. tread wears down, you will see a 1/2
2.4 kgf/cm ) inch (12.7 mm) wide band across the
tread. This shows there is less than
4-cylinder models 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of tread left on
Tire pressure for high speed driving the tire.
is the same as for normal driving.
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.

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Tires

Tire Service Life The last four digits of the TIN (tire Tire Maintenance
The service life of your tires is identification number) are found on In addition to proper inflation,
dependent on many factors, the sidewall of the tire and indicate correct wheel alignment helps to
including, but not limited to, driving the date of manufacture (See Tire decrease tire wear. If you find a tire
habits, road conditions, vehicle Labeling on page 376 ). is worn unevenly, have your dealer
loading, inflation pressure, check the wheel alignment.
maintenance history, speed, and
environmental conditions (even Have your dealer check the tires if
when the tires are not in use). you feel a consistent vibration while
driving. A tire should always be
In addition to your regular rebalanced if it is removed from the
inspections and inflation pressure wheel. When you have new tires
maintenance, it is recommended that installed, make sure they are
you have annual inspections balanced. This increases riding
performed once the tires reach five comfort and tire life. For best results,
years old. It is also recommended have the installer perform a dynamic
that all tires, including the spare, be balance.
removed from service after 10 years
from the date of manufacture,
regardless of their condition or state
of wear.

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Tires

Tire Rotation When the tires are rotated, make

sure the air pressures are checked.
Front Front
Improper wheel weights can damage
your vehicle’s aluminum wheels. Use
only Honda wheel weights f or
balancing.

(For Non-directional (For Directional

Tires and Wheels) Tires and Wheels)

Maintenance
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.

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Tires

Replacing Tires and Wheels It is best to replace all four tires at

Replace your tires with radial tires of the same time. If that is not possible
the same size, load range, speed or necessary, replace the two front Installing improper tires on your
rating, and maximum cold tire tires or two rear tires as a pair. vehicle can affect handling and
pressure rating (as shown on the Replacing just one tire can seriously stability. This can cause a crash
tire’s sidewall). affect your vehicle’s handling. in which you can be seriously
hurt or killed.
Mixing radial and bias-ply tires on If you ever replace a wheel, make
your vehicle can reduce braking sure that the wheel’s specifications Always use the size and type of
ability, traction, and steering match those of the original wheels. tires recommended in this
accuracy. Using tires of a different owner’s manual.
size or construction can cause the Also be sure you use only TPMS
ABS and vehicle stability assist specific wheels. If you do not, the
system (VSA) to work inconsistently. tire pressure monitoring system will
not work on that tire.
The ABS and VSA system work by
comparing the speed of each wheel. Replacement wheels are available at
When replacing tires, use the same your dealer.
size originally supplied with the
vehicle. Tire size and construction
can affect wheel speed and may
cause the system to activate.

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Tires

Wheel and Tire Specifications Winter Driving Tire Chains

Wheels Tires marked ‘‘M ＋ S’’ or ‘‘All Mount tire chains on your tires when
4-cylinder models: Season’’ on the sidewall have an all- required by driving conditions or
17 x 7 1/2J weather tread design suitable for local laws. Install them only on the
most winter driving conditions. front tires.
V6 models:
18 x 8 1/2J For the best performance in snowy Because your vehicle has limited tire
or icy conditions, you should install clearance, Honda strongly
Tires snow tires or tire chains. They may recommends using the chains listed
4-cylinder models: be required by local laws under below, made by Security Chain
P225/50R17 93V certain conditions. Company (SCC).

V6 models: Snow Tires 4-cylinder models:

P235/45R18 94V If you mount snow tires on your Cable-type: SCC Radial Chain

Maintenance
vehicle, make sure they are radial SC1036
See page 374 for DOT tire quality tires of the same size and load range
grading information, and page as the original tires. Mount snow V6 models:
376 for tire size information. tires on all four wheels. The traction Cable-type: SCC Radial Chain
provided by snow tires on dry roads SC1040
may be lower than your original tires.
Check with the tire dealer for
maximum speed recommendations.

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Tires

When installing chains, follow the Wheels

manufacturer’s instructions, and Clean the wheels as you would the
mount them as tight as you can. Using the wrong chains, or not rest of the exterior. Wash them with
Make sure they are not contacting properly installing chains, can the same solution, and rinse them
the brake lines or suspension. Drive damage the brake lines and thoroughly.
slowly with them installed. If you cause a crash in which you can
hear them coming into contact with be seriously injured or killed. Aluminum alloy wheels have a
the body or chassis, stop and protective clear-coat that keeps the
investigate. Remove them as soon as Follow all instructions in this aluminum from corroding and
you begin driving on cleared roads. owner’s manual regarding the tarnishing. Cleaning the wheels with
selection and use of tire chains. harsh chemicals (including some
commercial wheel cleaners) or a stiff
brush can damage the clear-coat. To
Traction devices that are the wrong clean the wheels, use a mild
size or improperly installed can detergent and a soft brush or sponge.
damage your vehicle’s brake lines,
suspension, body, and wheels. Stop
driving if they are hitting any part of
the vehicle.

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Checking the Battery

TEST INDICATOR WINDOW TEST INDICATOR WINDOW If additional battery maintenance is

needed, see your dealer or a
qualified mechanic.

WARNING: Battery posts,

terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.

If you need to connect the battery to

a charger, disconnect both cables to
4-cylinder models V6 models prevent damaging your vehicle’s
electrical system. Always disconnect
Check the condition of the battery Check the terminals for corrosion (a the negative (−) cable first, and

Maintenance
monthly by looking at the test white or yellowish powder). To reconnect it last.
indicator window. The label on the remove it, cover the terminals with a
battery explains the test indicator’s solution of baking soda and water. It
colors. will bubble up and turn brown. When
this stops, wash it off with plain
The location of the test indicator water. Dry off the battery with a
window varies between cloth or paper towel. Coat the
manufacturers. terminals with grease to help prevent
future corrosion.

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Checking the Battery, Vehicle Storage

If your vehicle’s battery is Vehicle Storage

disconnected, or goes dead, the time If you need to park your vehicle for
The battery gives off explosive setting may be lost. To reset the time, an extended period (more than 1
hydrogen gas during normal see page 201 . month), there are several things you
operation. should do to prepare it for storage.
If your vehicle’s battery is Proper preparation helps prevent
A spark or flame can cause the disconnected or goes dead, the audio deterioration and makes it easier to
battery to explode with enough system may disable itself. The next get your vehicle back on the road. If
force to kill or seriously hurt you. time you turn on the radio, you will possible, store your vehicle indoors.
see ‘‘ENTER CODE’’ in the
Wear protective clothing and a frequency display. Use the preset Fill the fuel tank.
face shield, or have a skilled buttons to enter the code (see page
technician do the battery 200 ). Wash and dry the exterior
maintenance. completely.
On models with navigation system
The navigation system will also Clean the interior. Make sure the
disable itself. The next time you turn carpeting, floor mats, etc., are
on the ignition switch, the system completely dry.
will require you to enter a PIN
before it can be used. Refer to the
navigation system manual.

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Leave the parking brake off. Put Support the front wiper blade
the transmission in reverse arms with a folded towel or rag so
(manual) or Park (automatic). they do not touch the windshield.

Block the rear wheels. To minimize sticking, apply a

silicone spray lubricant to all door
If the vehicle is to be stored for a and trunk seals. Also, apply a
longer period, it should be vehicle body wax to the painted
supported on jackstands so the surfaces that mate with the door
tires are off the ground. and trunk seals.

Leave one window open slightly (if Cover the vehicle with a
the vehicle is being stored ‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made
indoors). from a porous material such as

Maintenance
cotton. Non-porous materials, such
Disconnect the battery. 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.

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Taking Care of the Unexpected

This section covers the more Compact Spare Tire....................... 342

common problems that motorists Changing a Flat Tire ..................... 343
experience with their vehicles. It If the Engine Won’t Start .............. 348
gives you information about how to Jump Starting ................................. 350
safely evaluate the problem and what If the Engine Overheats ............... 353
to do to correct it. If the problem has Low Oil Pressure Indicator .......... 355
stranded you on the side of the road, Charging System Indicator........... 355
you may be able to get going again. Malfunction Indicator Lamp ........ 356
If not, you will also find instructions Brake System Indicator ................ 357
on getting your vehicle towed. Fuses ............................................... 358
Fuse Locations ............................... 362
Emergency Towing ....................... 365

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Compact Spare Tire

Use the compact spare tire as a Follow these precautions: INDICATOR LOCATION MARK
temporary replacement only. Get
your regular tire repaired or replaced, Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
and put it back on your vehicle as
soon as you can. This tire gives a harsher ride and
less traction on some road
Check the air pressure of the surfaces. Use greater caution
compact spare tire every time you while driving.
check the other tires. It should be
inflated to: Do not mount snow chains on the
compact spare tire.
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) TREAD WEAR INDICATOR BAR
Do not use your compact spare
tire on another vehicle unless it is Replace the tire when you can see
the same make and model. the tread wear indicator bars. The
replacement should be the same size
The low tire pressure indicator and design tire, mounted on the
comes on and stays on after you same wheel. The spare tire is not
replace the flat tire with the designed to be mounted on a regular
compact spare tire. After several wheel, and the spare wheel is not
miles (kilometers) driving with the designed for mounting a regular tire.
compact spare tire, the TPMS
indicator comes on and the low
tire pressure indicator goes off.

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Changing a Flat Tire

If you have a flat tire while driving, TRUNK FLOOR STRAP TOOL KIT 2. Turn on the hazard warning lights,
pull over safely. Drive slowly along and turn the ignition switch to the
the shoulder until you get to an area LOCK (0) position. Have all
far away from traffic lanes. passengers get out of the vehicle
while you change the tire.

3. The tools are in the trunk. Open

The vehicle can easily roll off the trunk and raise the trunk floor
the jack, seriously injuring by pulling up the strap.
anyone underneath.
4. Take the tool kit out of the trunk.
Follow the directions for SPARE TIRE JACK
changing a tire exactly, and 5. Unscrew the wing bolt and take
never get under the vehicle 1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, and the spare tire out of its well.
when it is supported only by the non-slippery ground. Put the
jack. transmission in Park (automatic)

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or reverse (manual). Apply the
parking brake.

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JACK WHEEL NUT

JACKING POINT

6. Take the jack out of the tool kit 7. Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turn 8. Place the jack under the jacking
case. with the wheel nut wrench. point nearest the tire you need to
change. 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.

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10.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.

WHEEL WRENCH EXTENSION BRAKE HUB

9. Use the extension and the wheel 11.Before mounting the spare tire,
nut wrench as shown to raise the wipe any dirt off the mounting
vehicle until the flat tire is off the surface of the wheel and hub with

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ground. a clean cloth. Wipe the hub
carefully; it may be hot from
driving.

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12.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.

13.Lower the vehicle to the ground,

and remove the jack.
CENTER CAP

14.Tighten the wheel nuts securely in 15.Remove the center cap before
the same crisscross pattern. Have storing the flat tire in the trunk
the wheel nut torque checked at well.
the nearest automotive service
facility.
Tighten the wheel nuts to:
80 lbf·ft (108 N·m , 11 kgf·m)

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19.Store the jack and tools in the tool

WING BOLT SPACER CONE kit case. Place the tool kit case in
the flat tire.

Loose items can fly around the

interior in a crash and could
seriously injure the occupants.

TAB
Store the wheel, jack, and tools
SPACER CONE
securely before driving.

16.Place the flat tire face down in the To remove the spacer cone, squeeze
spare tire well. the tabs on the wing bolt to 20.Store the center cap in the trunk.
disengage it from the center of the Make sure it does not get

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17.Remove the spacer cone from the spacer cone, then pull the bolt scratched or damaged.
wing bolt, turn it over, and put it downward.
back on the bolt. 21.Lower the trunk floor, then close
To install the wing bolt to the spacer the trunk lid.
cone, reverse this procedure.
22.Your vehicle’s original tire has a
18.Secure the flat tire by screwing tire pressure monitoring system
the wing bolt back into its hole. sensor. To replace a tire, refer to
Changing a Tire with TPMS (see
page 280 ).

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If the Engine Won’t Start

Diagnosing why the engine won’t Nothing Happens or the Starter Turn the ignition switch to the
start falls into two areas, depending Motor Operates Very Slowly START (III) position. If the
on what you hear when you turn the When you turn the ignition switch to headlights do not dim, check the
ignition switch to the START (III) the START (III) position, you do not condition of the fuses. If the fuses
position: hear the normal noise of the engine are OK, there is probably
trying to start. You may hear a something wrong with the
You hear nothing, or almost clicking sound, a series of clicks, or electrical circuit for the ignition
nothing. The engine’s starter nothing at all. switch or starter motor. You will
motor does not operate at all, or need a qualified mechanic to
operates very slowly. Check these things: determine the problem (see
Emergency Towing on page 365 ).
You can hear the starter motor Check the transmission interlock.
operating normally, or the starter If you have a manual transmission, If the headlights dim noticeably or
motor sounds like it is spinning the clutch pedal must be pushed go out when you try to start the
faster than normal, but the engine all the way to the floor or the engine, either the battery is dis-
does not start up and run. starter will not operate. With an charged or the connections are
automatic transmission, it must be corroded. Check the condition of the
in Park or neutral. battery connections (see page 337 ).
You can then try jump starting the
Turn the ignition switch to the ON vehicle from a booster battery (see
(II) position. Turn on the page 350 ).
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 350 .

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If the Engine Won’t Start

The Starter Operates Normally If you find nothing wrong, you will
In this case, the starter motor’s need a qualified technician to find
speed sounds normal, or even faster the problem. See Emergency
than normal, when you turn the Towing on page 365 .
ignition switch to the START (III)
position, but the engine does not run.

Are you using the proper starting

procedure? Refer to Starting the
Engine on page 263 .

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 78 ).

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Do you have fuel? Check the fuel
gauge; the low fuel indicator may
not be working.

There may be an electrical

problem, such as no power to the
fuel pump. Check all the fuses
(see page 358 ).

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Jump Starting

Although this seems like a simple To jump start your vehicle:

procedure, you should take several
precautions. 1. Open the hood, and check the
physical condition of the battery.
In very cold weather, check the
condition of the electrolyte. If it
A battery can explode if you do seems slushy or frozen, do not try
not follow the correct procedure, jump starting until it thaws.
seriously injuring anyone
nearby.
BOOSTER BATTERY
Keep all sparks, open flames, If a battery sits in extreme cold, the 4-cylinder models
and smoking materials away electrolyte inside can f reeze.
from the battery. Attempting to jump start with a f rozen The numbers in the illustrations
battery can cause it to rupture. show you 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, audio
or pulling it. system, lights, etc. Put the
transmission in neutral (manual)
or Park (automatic), and set the
parking brake.

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4-cylinder models with automatic 4-cylinder models with manual

V6 models BOOSTER BATTERY transmission transmission

3. Connect one jumper cable to the 4. 4-cylinder models

positive (＋) terminal on your Connect the second jumper cable
battery. Connect the other end to to the negative (−) terminal on

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the positive (＋) terminal on the the booster battery. Connect the
booster battery. other end to the engine mounting
bolt (automatic) or the
transmission mounting bolt
(manual), as shown. Do not
connect this jumper cable to any
other part of the engine.

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Jump Starting

5. If the booster battery is in another Keep the ends of the jumper cables
vehicle, have an assistant start away from each other and any metal
that vehicle and run it at a fast idle. on the vehicle until everything is
disconnected. Otherwise, you may
6. Start the vehicle. If the starter cause an electrical short.
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
V6 models your vehicle, then from the
booster battery. Disconnect the
V6 models positive cable from your vehicle,
Connect the second jumper cable to then from the booster battery.
the negative (−) terminal on the
booster battery. Connect the other
end to the engine hanger as shown.
Do not connect this jumper cable to
any other part of the engine.

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If the Engine Overheats

The pointer of your vehicle’s 3. If you do not see steam or spray,

temperature gauge should stay in leave the engine running and
the midrange under most conditions. Steam and spray from an watch the temperature gauge. If
If it climbs to the red mark, you overheated engine can the high heat is due to overloading,
should determine the reason (hot seriously scald you. the engine should start to cool
day, driving up a steep hill, etc.). down almost immediately. If it
Do not open the hood if steam does, wait until the temperature
If your vehicle overheats, you should is coming out. gauge comes down to the midpoint,
take immediate action. The only then continue driving.
indication may be the temperature
gauge climbing to or above the red 1. Safely pull to the side of the road. 4. If the temperature gauge stays at
mark. Or you may see steam or Put the transmission in neutral the red mark, turn off the engine.
spray coming from under the hood. (manual) or Park (automatic), and
set the parking brake. Turn off all 5. Look for any obvious coolant leaks,
accessories, and turn on the such as a split radiator hose.
hazard warning lights. Everything is still extremely hot,

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Driving with the temperature gauge so use caution. If you find a leak, it
pointer at the red mark can cause 2. If you see steam and/or spray must be repaired before you
serious damage to the engine. coming from under the hood, turn continue driving (see Emergency
off the engine. Wait until you see Towing on page 365 ).
no more signs of steam or spray,
then open the hood.

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If the Engine Overheats

6. If you do not find an obvious leak, 8. Using gloves or a large heavy 10.Put the radiator cap back on
check the coolant level in the cloth, turn the radiator cap tightly. Run the engine, and check
radiator reserve tank. Add coolant counterclockwise, without pushing the temperature gauge. If it goes
if the level is below the MIN mark. down, to the first stop. After the back to the red mark, the engine
pressure releases, push down on needs repair (see Emergency
7. If there was no coolant in the the cap, and turn it until it comes Towing on page 365 ).
reserve tank, you may need to add off.
coolant to the radiator. Let the 11.If the temperature stays normal,
engine cool down until the pointer 9. Start the engine, and set the check the coolant level in the
reaches the middle of the tempera- temperature to maximum heat radiator reserve tank. If it has
ture gauge, or lower, before check- (climate control to AUTO at gone down, add coolant to the
ing the radiator. ‘‘ ’’). Add coolant to the MAX mark. Put the cap back on
radiator up to the base of the filler tightly.
neck. If you do not have the
proper coolant mixture available,
Removing the radiator cap you can add plain water.
while the engine is hot can Remember to have the cooling
cause the coolant to spray out, system drained and refilled with
seriously scalding you. the proper mixture as soon as you
can.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.

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Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator

Low Oil Pressure 1. Safely pull off the road and shut Charging System
Indicator off the engine. Turn on the hazard Indicator
This indicator should never come on warning lights. If the charging system indicator
when the engine is running. If it comes on brightly when the engine
starts flashing or stays on, the oil 2. Let the vehicle sit for a minute. is running, the battery is not being
pressure has dropped very low or Open the hood, and check the oil charged.
lost pressure. Serious engine level (see page 248 ). An engine
damage is possible, and you should very low on oil can lose pressure Immediately turn off all electrical
take immediate action. during cornering and other driving accessories. Try not to use other
maneuvers. electrically operated controls such as
the power windows. Keep the engine
3. If necessary, add oil to bring the running; starting the engine will
Running the engine with low oil level back to the full mark on the discharge the battery rapidly.
pressure can cause serious mechanical dipstick (see page 300 ).
damage almost immediately. Turn of f Go to a service station or garage
the engine as soon as you can saf ely get 4. Start the engine, and watch the oil where you can get technical

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the vehicle stopped. pressure indicator. If it does not go assistance.
out within 10 seconds, turn off the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
before you can continue driving
(see Emergency Towing on page
365 ).

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Malfunction Indicator Lamp

If the indicator comes on If the indicator comes on repeatedly, these codes are set. If they are not
while driving, it means one even though it may turn off as you set, the test cannot be completed.
of the engine’s emissions control continue driving, have your vehicle
systems may have a problem. Even checked by your dealer as soon as If the battery in your vehicle has
though you may feel no difference in possible. been disconnected or gone dead,
your vehicle’s performance, it can these codes may be erased. It can
reduce your fuel economy and cause take several days of driving under
increased emissions. Continued various conditions to set the codes
operation may cause serious damage. If you keep driving with the again.
malf unction indicator lamp on, you can
If you have recently refueled your damage your vehicle’s emissions To check if they are set, turn the
vehicle, the indicator coming on controls and the engine. Those repairs ignition switch to the ON (II)
could be due to a loose or missing may not be covered by your vehicle’s position, without starting the engine.
fuel fill cap. Tighten the cap until it warranties. The malfunction indicator lamp will
clicks at least once. Tightening the come on for 20 seconds. If it then
cap will not turn the indicator off If your vehicle has an automatic goes off, the readiness codes are set.
immediately; it takes several days of transmission, the malfunction If it blinks five times, the readiness
normal driving. indicator lamp may also come on codes are not set. If possible, do not
with the ‘‘D’’ indicator. take your vehicle for an emissions
test until the readiness codes are set.
Readiness Codes Refer to Emissions Testing for
Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readiness more information (see page 383 ).
codes’’ that are part of the on-board
diagnostics for the emissions
systems. In some states, part of the
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Brake System Indicator

U.S. Canada The brake system However, if the brake pedal does not If you must drive the vehicle a short
indicator normally feel normal, you should take distance in this condition, drive
comes on when immediate action. A problem in one slowly and carefully.
you turn the ignition switch to the part of the system’s dual circuit
ON (II) position and as a reminder to design will still give you braking at If the ABS indicator and the VSA
check the parking brake. It will stay two wheels. You will feel the brake system indicator come on with the
on if you do not fully release the pedal go down much farther before brake system indicator, have your
parking brake. the vehicle begins to slow down, and vehicle inspected by your dealer
you will have to press harder on the immediately.
If the brake system indicator comes pedal.
on while driving, the brake fluid level
is probably low. Press lightly on the Slow down by shifting to a lower
brake pedal to see if it feels normal. gear, and pull to the side of the road
If it does, check the brake fluid level when it is safe. Because of the long
the next time you stop at a service distance needed to stop, it is
station (see page 312 ). hazardous to drive the vehicle. You

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should have it towed and repaired as
If the fluid level is low, take your soon as possible (see Emergency
vehicle to a dealer, and have the Towing on page 365 ).
brake system inspected for leaks or
worn brake pads.

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Fuses

INTERIOR (Driver’s side) INTERIOR (Passenger’s side) UNDER-HOOD

NOTCH

FUSE BOX FUSE LABEL TAB

The vehicle’s fuses are contained in The passenger’s side interior fuse The under-hood fuse box is on the
three fuse boxes. box is on the lower passenger’s side driver’s side. To open it, push the
panel. To remove the fuse box lid, tabs as shown.
The driver’s side interior fuse box is put your finger in the notch on the
under the dashboard on the driver’s lid, and pull it upward slightly, then
side. The fuse label is attached to the pull it toward you and take it out of
side panel. its hinges.

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Fuses

Checking and Replacing Fuses FUSE

If something electrical in your BLOWN BLOWN
vehicle stops working, the first thing
you should check for is a blown fuse.
Determine from the chart on pages
362 , 363 and 364 , or the diagram on
the fuse box lid or the fuse label,
which fuse or fuses control that
component. Check those fuses first,
but check all the fuses before
deciding that a blown fuse is not the
cause. Replace any blown fuses and
check if the device works.
3. Check each of the large fuses in Also check the combined fuse box in
1. Turn the ignition switch to the the under-hood fuse box by the under-hood fuse box.
LOCK (0) position. Make sure the looking at the wire inside.

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headlights and all other Removing these fuses requires a
accessories are off. Phillips-head screwdriver.

2. On the under-hood and passenger’s

side interior fuse boxes, remove
the cover from each fuse box.

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Fuses

BLOWN

FUSE PULLER FUSE PULLER SPARE FUSES

4. Check the smaller fuses in the 5. Look for a blown wire inside the Your vehicle has spare fuses on the
under-hood fuse box and all the fuse. If it is blown, replace it with back of the under-hood fuse box
fuses in the interior fuse boxes by one of the spare fuses of the same cover.
pulling out each one with the fuse rating or lower.
puller provided on the back of the
under-hood fuse box cover.

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Fuses

If you cannot drive the vehicle

without fixing the problem, and you
do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse Replacing a f use with one that has a
of the same rating or a lower rating higher rating greatly increases the
from one of the other circuits. Make chances of damaging the electrical
sure you can do without that circuit system. If you do not have a
temporarily (such as the accessory replacement f use with the proper rating
power socket). f or the circuit, install one with a lower
rating.
If you replace the blown fuse with a
spare fuse that has a lower rating, it 6. If the replacement fuse of the
might blow out again. This does not same rating blows in a short time,
indicate that anything is wrong. there is probably a serious
Replace the fuse with one of the electrical problem with your
correct rating as soon as you can. vehicle. Leave the blown fuse in
that circuit, and have your vehicle

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Fuse Locations

UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected

3−7 (40 A) Driver’s Side Fuse Box
3−8 50 A IG Main
4 40 A Rear Defroster
5＊1 20 A Sub Fan Motor
5＊2 − Not Used
6 − Not Used
7 − Not Used
8 40 A Heater Motor
9 15 A Hazard
10 20 A Horn, Stop
11 − Not Used
12 − Not Used
13 15 A IG Coil
14 15 A FI Sub
No. Amps. Circuits Protected No. Amps. Circuits Protected 15 10 A Back Up
1 100 A＊1 Battery 2−6 − Not Used 16 7.5 A Interior Lights
120 A＊2 Battery 3 − 1＊1 − Not Used 17 15 A FI Main
40 A Passenger’s Side Fuse Box 3 − 1＊2 30 A Sub Fan Motor 18 15 A DBW
2−1 − Not Used 3 − 2 30 A Wiper Motor 19＊1 − Not Used
2−2 40 A ABS/VSA 3 − 3 30 A Main Fan Motor 19＊2 7.5 A Back Up, FI ECU
2−3 30 A ABS/VSA Motor 3 − 4 30 A Driver’s Side Light Main 20 7.5 A MG Clutch
2−4 (40 A) Passenger’s Side Fuse Box 3 − 5 (60 A) Driver’s Side Fuse Box 21 7.5 A Fan Relay
2−5 − Not Used 3 − 6 30 A Passenger’s Side Light Main
＊1 : 4-cylinder models
＊2 : V6 models

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Fuse Locations

INTERIOR FUSE BOX (Driver’s Side) No. Amps. Circuits Protected

16 7.5 A A/C
17 7.5 A Accessory, Key, Lock
18 7.5 A Accessory
19 (20 A) Driver’s Power Seat Sliding＊
20 (20 A) Moonroof ＊
21 (20 A) Driver’s Power Seat Reclining＊
22 (20 A) (Not Used)
23 15 A Front Accessory Power Socket
24 20 A Driver’s Power Window
25 10 A Driver’s Side Door Lock
26 (10 A) Left Front Fog Light＊
27 10 A Left Side Small Lights
(Exterior)
28 10 A Left Headlight High Beam
No. Amps. Circuits Protected No. Amps. Circuits Protected 29 7.5 A TPMS

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1 − Not Used 9 20 A Fuel Pump 30 10 A Left Headlight Low Beam
2 − Not Used 10 (10 A) VB SOL ＊ 31 − Not Used
3 15 A Washer 11 10 A SRS
4 7.5 A Wiper 12 7.5 A ODS (Occupant Detection ＊: If equipped
5 7.5 A Meter System)
6 7.5 A ABS/VSA 13 − Not Used
7 15 A ACG 14 (10 A) ACM＊
8 (7.5 A) STS＊ 15 7.5 A Daytime Running Lights

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Fuse Locations

INTERIOR FUSE BOX (Passenger’s Side) No. Amps. Circuits Protected

16 − Not Used
17 − Not Used
18 (10 A) Lumbar Support＊
19 (15 A) Seat Heater＊
20 − Not Used
21 − Not Used
22 − Not Used

＊: If equipped

No. Amps. Circuits Protected No. Amps. Circuits Protected

1 10 A Right Headlight High Beam 9 (20 A) Not Used
2 10 A Right Side Small Lights 10 10 A Right Side Door Lock
(Exterior) 11 (20 A) Not Used
3 (10 A) Right Front Fog Light＊ 12 15 A Rear Accessory Power
4 10 A Right Headlight Low Beam Socket
5 − Not Used 13 20 A Front Passenger’s Power
6 7.5 A Interior Lights Window
7 − Not Used 14 − Not Used
8 (20 A) Not Used 15 (20 A) Premium AMP＊

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Emergency Towing

If your vehicle needs to be towed, If, due to damage, your vehicle must
call a professional towing service or be towed with the front wheels on
organization. Never tow your vehicle the ground, do this: Improper towing preparation will
with just a rope or chain. It is very damage the transmission. Follow the
dangerous. Manual transmission: above procedure exactly. If you cannot
Shift the transmission to neutral. shif t the transmission or start the
There are two ways to tow your Leave the ignition switch in the engine (automatic transmission), your
vehicle: ACCESSORY (I) position so the vehicle must be transported with the
steering wheel does not lock. f ront wheels of f the ground.
Flat-bed Equipment − The operator Release the parking brake.
loads your vehicle on the back of a With the front wheels on the ground,
truck. This is the best way to Automatic transmission: do not tow the vehicle more than 50
transport your vehicle. Start the engine. miles (80 km), and keep the speed
Shift to D position and hold for 5 below 35 mph (55 km/h).
Wheel-lift Equipment − The tow seconds, then to N.
truck uses two pivoting arms that go Turn off the engine.

Taking Care of the Unexpected

under the front tires and lift them off Leave the ignition switch in the
the ground. The rear tires remain on ACCESSORY (I) position so the
the ground. This is an acceptable steering wheel does not lock.
way to tow your vehicle. Release the parking brake.

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Emergency Towing

Trying to lif t or tow your vehicle by the The steering system can be damaged if
bumpers will cause serious damage. the steering wheel is locked. Leave the
The bumpers are not designed to ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I)
support the vehicle’s weight. position, and make sure the steering
wheel turns f reely bef ore you begin
towing.

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Technical Information

The diagrams in this section give Identification Numbers ................. 368

you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications
your vehicle and the locations of the (4-cylinder models) ................... 370
identification numbers. It also Specifications
includes information you should (V6 models) ................................ 372
know about your vehicle’s tires and DOT Tire Quality Grading
emissions control systems. (U.S. Vehicles) ........................... 374
Tire Labeling .................................. 376
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)−Required Federal
Explanation............................. 378
Emissions Controls........................ 380
Three Way Catalytic Converter ... 382
Emissions Testing ......................... 383

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Identification Numbers

Your vehicle has several identifying

numbers in various places. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN)

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.

CERTIFICATION LABEL

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Identification Numbers

The engine number is stamped on 4-cylinder models

the front of the engine block.

The transmission number is on a

label on top of the transmission. ENGINE NUMBER

AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
NUMBER

MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER

V6 models

ENGINE NUMBER

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MANUAL
TRANSMISSION
NUMBER

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER

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Specifications (4-cylinder models)

Dimensions Seating Capacities

Length 190.9 in (4,849 mm) Total 5
Width 72.7 in (1,848 mm) Front 2
Height 56.3 in (1,432 mm) Rear 3
Wheelbase 107.9 in (2,740 mm)
Track Front/Rear 62.2 in (1,580 mm) Capacities
Fuel tank Approx.
Weights 18.5 US gal (70.0 )
Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attached Engine Change＊1
to the driver’s doorjamb. coolant Manual 1.59 US gal (6.0 )
Automatic 1.56 US gal (5.9 )
Air Conditioning Total
Refrigerant type HFC-134a (R-134a) Manual 1.90 US gal (7.2 )
Charge quantity 14.1−15.9 oz (400−450 g) Automatic 1.88 US gal (7.1 )
Lubricant type ND-OIL8 Engine oil Change＊2
Including filter 4.2 US qt (4.0 )
Engine Without filter 4.0 US qt (3.8 )
Type Water cooled 4-stroke Total 5.4 US qt (5.1 )
DOHC i-VTEC 4-cylinder Manual trans- Change 2.0 US qt (1.9 )
gasoline engine mission fluid Total 2.1 US qt (2.0 )
Bore x Stroke 3.43 x 3.9 in (87.0 x 99.0 mm) Automatic Change 2.6 US qt (2.5 )
Displacement 144 cu-in (2,354 cm ) transmission Total 6.9 US qt (6.5 )
Compression ratio 10.5 : 1 fluid
Spark plugs (U.S.) NGK: ILZKR7B11S Windshield U.S. 2.6 US qt (2.5 )
ULEV DENSO: SXU22HCR11S washer Canada 4.8 US qt (4.5 )
PZEV NGK: DILZKR7A11GS reservoir
Spark plugs (Canada) NGK: ILZKR7B11S
DENSO: SXU22HCR11S ＊1 : Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine
Reserve tank capacity: 0.180 US gal (0.68 )
＊2 : Excluding the oil remaining in the engine

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Specifications (4-cylinder models)

Lights Fuses
Headlights High 12 V − 60 W (HB3) Interior Driver’s side See page 363 or the fuse label
Low 12 V − 55 W (H11) attached on the side panel.
Front turn signal/parking lights 12 V − 24/2.2 CP (Amber) Passenger’s side See page 364 or the fuse label
Front side marker lights 12 V − 5W attached to the inside of the fuse
Rear turn signal lights 12 V − 21 W box door.
Back-up lights 12 V − 16 W Under-hood See page 362 or the fuse box
Stop/taillights 12 V − 21/5 W cover.
License plate lights 12 V − 5W
High-mount brake light 12 V − 21 W Tires
Ceiling light 12 V − 8W Size Front/Rear P225/50R17 93V
Spotlights 12 V − 8W Spare T135/80D16 101M
Trunk light 12 V − 5W Pressure Front/Rear 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm )
Vanity mirror lights 14 V − 1.4 W Spare 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )

Battery Alignment
Capacity 12 V − 38 AH/5 HR Toe-in Front 0.00 in (0.0 mm)
12 V − 47 AH/20 HR Rear 0.08 in (2.0 mm)
12 V − 52 AH/5 HR ＊ Camber Front 0°
12 V − 65 AH/20 HR ＊ Rear −1°

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Caster Front 3°48’
＊ : PZEV engine model, and Canadian models

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Specifications (V6 models)

Dimensions Seating Capacities

Length 190.9 in (4,849 mm) Total 5
Width 72.7 in (1,848 mm) Front 2
Height 56.3 in (1,432 mm) Rear 3
Wheelbase 107.9 in (2,740 mm)
Track Front/Rear 62.2 in (1,580 mm) Capacities
Fuel tank Approx.
Weights 18.5 US gal (70.0 )
Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attached Engine Change＊1 1.74 US gal (6.6 )
to the driver’s doorjamb. coolant Total 2.27 US gal (8.6 )
Engine oil Change＊2
Air Conditioning Including filter 4.5 US qt (4.3 )
Refrigerant type HFC-134a (R-134a) Without filter 4.2 US qt (4.0 )
Charge quantity 14.1−15.9 oz (400−450 g) Total 5.3 US qt (5.0 )
Lubricant type ND-OIL8 Manual Change 2.2 US qt (2.1 )
transmission Total 2.6 US qt (2.5 )
Engine fluid
Type Water cooled 4-stroke Automatic Change 3.5 US qt (3.3 )
SOHC i-VTEC (SOHC VTEC＊) transmission Total 7.9 US qt (7.5 )
6-cylinder (V6) gasoline engine fluid
Bore x Stroke 3.50 x 3.66 in (89.0 x 93.0 mm) Windshield U.S. 2.6 US qt (2.5 )
Displacement 212 cu-in (3,471 cm ) washer Canada 4.8 US qt (4.5 )
Compression Automatic 10.5 : 1 reservoir
ratio Manual 10.0 : 1
Spark plugs (U.S.) NGK: ILZKR7B11 ＊1 : Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
DENSO: SXU22HCR11 engine
Spark plugs (Canada) NGK: ILZKR7B11 Reserve tank capacity: 0.180 US gal (0.68 )
DENSO: SXU22HCR11 ＊2 : Excluding the oil remaining in the engine

＊ : Manual transmission

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Specifications (V6 models)

Lights Fuses
Headlights High 12 V − 60 W (HB3) Interior Driver’s side See page 363 or the fuse label
Low 12 V − 55 W (H11) attached on the side panel.
Front turn signal/parking lights 12 V − 24/2.2 CP (Amber) Passenger’s side See page 364 or the fuse label
Front side marker lights 12 V − 5W attached to the inside of the fuse
Fog lights 12 V − 55 W (H11) box door.
Rear turn signal lights 12 V − 21 W Under-hood See page 362 or the fuse box
Back-up lights 12 V − 16 W cover.
Stop/taillights 12 V − 21/5 W
License plate lights 12 V − 5W Tires
High-mount brake light 12 V − 21 W Size Front/Rear P235/45R18 94V
Ceiling light 12 V − 8W Spare T135/80D16 101M
Spotlights 12 V − 8W Pressure Front/Rear 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm )
Trunk light 12 V − 5W Spare 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )
Vanity mirror lights 14 V − 1.4 W
Alignment
Battery Toe-in Front 0.00 in (0.0 mm)
Capacity 12 V − 72 AH/20 HR Rear 0.08 in (2.0 mm)
12 V − 60 AH/5 HR Camber Front 0°
Rear −1°

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Caster Front 3°48’

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DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)

The tires on your vehicle meet all Treadwear Traction

U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. The treadwear grade is a compara- The traction grades, from highest to
All tires are also graded for tive rating based on the wear rate of lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those
treadwear, traction, and temperature the tire when tested under controlled grades represent the tire’s ability to
performance according to conditions on a specified government stop on wet pavement as measured
Department of Transportation test course. For example, a tire under controlled conditions on
(DOT) standards. The following graded 150 would wear one and one- specified government test surfaces
explains these gradings. half (1 1/2) times as well on the of asphalt and concrete. A tire
government course as a tire graded marked C may have poor traction
Uniform Tire Quality Grading 100. The relative performance of performance.
Quality grades can be found where tires depends upon the actual condi-
applicable on the tire sidewall tions of their use, however, and may Warning: The traction grade
between tread shoulder and depart significantly from the norm assigned to this tire is based on
maximum section width. For due to variations in driving habits, straight-ahead braking traction tests,
example: service practices and differences in and does not include acceleration,
Treadwear 200 road characteristics and climate. cornering, hydroplaning, or peak
Traction AA traction characteristics.
Temperature A

All passenger car tires must conform

to Federal Safety Requirements in
addition to these grades.

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DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)

Temperature Warning: The temperature grade for

The temperature grades are A (the this tire is established for a tire that
highest), B, and C, representing the is properly inflated and not
tire’s resistance to the generation of overloaded. Excessive speed,
heat and its ability to dissipate heat underinflation, or excessive loading,
when tested under controlled either separately or in combination,
conditions on a specified indoor can cause heat buildup and possible
laboratory test wheel. Sustained high tire failure.
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

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laboratory test wheel than the
minimum required by law.

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Tire Labeling

The tires that came on your vehicle Tire Size 94 − Load index (a numerical code
have a number of markings. Those Whenever tires are replaced, they associated with the maximum
you should be aware of are described should be replaced with tires of the load the tire can carry).
below. same size. Following is an example
of tire size with an explanation of V − Speed symbol (an
Tire Labeling Example what each component means. alphabetical code indicating
(1) the maximum speed rating).
P235/45R18 94V

P − Vehicle type (P indicates

passenger vehicle).

235 − Tire width in millimeters.

45 − Aspect ratio (the tire’s section

height as a percentage of its
width).

(4) (1) R − Tire construction code (R

indicates radial).
(3) (2)
(1) Tire Size 18 − Rim diameter in inches.
(2) Tire Identification Number (TIN)
(3) Maximum Tire Pressure
(4) Maximum Tire Load

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Tire Labeling

Tire Identification Number (TIN) Glossary of Tire Terminology Recommended Inflation Pressure −
The tire identification number (TIN) Cold Tire Pressure − The tire air The cold tire inflation pressure
is a group of numbers and letters pressure when the vehicle has been recommended by the manufacturer.
that look like the following example. parked for at least three hours or
TIN is located on the sidewall of the driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). Treadwear Indicators (TWI) −
tire. Means the projections within the
Load Rating − Means the maximum principal grooves designed to give a
DOT B97R FW6X 2202 load that a tire is rated to carry for a visual indication of the degrees of
given inflation pressure. wear of the tread.
DOT − This indicates that the tire
meets all requirements of Maximum Inflation Pressure − The
the U.S. Department of maximum tire air pressure that the
Transportation. tire can hold.

B97R − Manufacturer’s Maximum Load Rating − Means the

identification mark. load rating for a tire at the maximum
permissible inflation pressure for
FW6X − Tire type code. that tire.

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2202 − Date of manufacture.
Year
Week

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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) − Required Federal Explanation

Each tire, including the spare (if As an added safety feature, your Driving on a significantly under-
provided), should be checked vehicle has been equipped with a tire inflated tire causes the tire to
monthly when cold and inflated to pressure monitoring system (TPMS) overheat and can lead to tire failure.
the inflation pressure recommended that illuminates a low tire pressure Under-inflation also reduces fuel
by the vehicle manufacturer on the telltale efficiency and tire tread life, and may
vehicle placard or tire inflation affect the vehicle’s handling and
pressure label. stopping ability.

(If your vehicle has tires of a when one or more of your tires is Please note that the TPMS is not a
different size than the size indicated significantly under-inflated. substitute for proper tire
on the vehicle placard or tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s
inflation pressure label, you should Accordingly, when the low tire responsibility to maintain correct tire
determine the proper tire inflation pressure telltale illuminates, you pressure, even if under-inflation has
pressure for those tires.) should stop and check your tires as not reached the level to trigger
soon as possible, and inflate them to illumination of the TPMS low tire
the proper pressure. pressure telltale.

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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) − Required Federal Explanation

Your vehicle has also been equipped Always check the TPMS malfunction
with a TPMS malfunction indicator telltale after replacing one or more
to indicate when the system is not tires or wheels on your vehicle to
operating properly. The TPMS ensure that the replacement or
malfunction indicator is provided by alternate tires and wheels allow the
a separate telltale, which displays the TPMS to continue to function
symbol ‘‘TPMS’’ when illuminated. properly.

When the malfunction indicator is

illuminated,

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

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installation of replacement or
alternate tires or wheels on the
vehicle that prevent the TPMS from
functioning properly.

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Emissions Controls

The burning of gasoline in your The Clean Air Act intake manifold. They are then
vehicle’s engine produces several by- The United States Clean Air Act＊ drawn into the engine and burned.
products. Some of these are carbon sets standards for automobile
monoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen emissions. It also requires that Evaporative Emissions Control
(NOx), and hydrocarbons (HC). automobile manufacturers explain to System
Gasoline evaporating from the tank owners how their emissions controls As gasoline evaporates in the fuel
also produces hydrocarbons. work and what to do to maintain tank, an evaporative emissions
Controlling the production of NOx, them. This section summarizes how control canister filled with charcoal
CO, and HC is important to the the emissions controls work. adsorbs the vapor. It is stored in this
environment. Under certain canister while the engine is off. After
＊
conditions of sunlight and climate, In Canada, Honda vehicles comply the engine is started and warmed up,
NOx and HC react to form with the Canadian emission the vapor is drawn into the engine
photochemical ‘‘smog.’’ Carbon requirements, as specified in an and burned during driving.
monoxide does not contribute to agreement with Environment
smog creation, but it is a poisonous Canada, at the time they are Onboard Refueling Vapor
gas. manufactured. Recovery
The onboard refueling vapor
Crankcase Emissions Control recovery (ORVR) system captures
System the fuel vapors during refueling. The
Your vehicle has a positive vapors are adsorbed in a canister
crankcase ventilation system. This filled with activated carbon. While
keeps gasses that build up in the driving, the fuel vapors are drawn
engine’s crankcase from going into into the engine and burned off.
the atmosphere. The positive
crankcase ventilation valve routes
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Emissions Controls

Exhaust Emissions Controls much air is going into the engine. It Three Way Catalytic Converter
The exhaust emissions controls then controls how much fuel to inject The three way catalytic converter is
include three or four systems: under all operating conditions. in the exhaust system. Through
PGM-FI, ignition timing control, chemical reactions, it converts HC,
exhaust gas recirculation (6-cylinder Ignition Timing Control System CO, and NOx in the engine’s exhaust
models), and three way catalytic This system constantly adjusts the to carbon dioxide (CO2), nitrogen
converter. These systems work ignition timing, reducing the amount (N2), and water vapor.
together to control the engine’s of HC, CO, and NOx produced.
combustion and minimize the Replacement Parts
amount of HC, CO, and NOx that Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) The emissions control systems are
come out the tailpipe. The exhaust System designed and certified to work to-
emissions control systems are V6 models gether in reducing emissions to
separate from the crankcase and The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) levels that comply with the Clean Air
evaporative emissions control system takes some of the exhaust Act. To make sure the emissions
systems. gas and routes it back into the intake remain low, you should use only new
manifold. Adding exhaust gas to the Honda replacement parts or their
PGM-FI System air/fuel mixture reduces the amount equivalent for repairs. Using lower
The PGM-FI system uses sequential of NOx produced when the fuel is quality parts may increase the

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multiport fuel injection. It has three burned. emissions from your vehicle.
subsystems: air intake, engine
control, and fuel control. The The emissions control systems are
powertrain control module (PCM) in covered by warranties separate from
automatic transmission vehicles or the rest of your vehicle. Read your
the engine control module (ECM) in warranty manual for more informa-
manual transmission vehicles uses tion.
various sensors to determine how

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Three Way Catalytic Converter

The three way catalytic converter

contains precious metals that serve
as catalysts, promoting chemical
reactions to convert the exhaust
gasses without 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.
THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTERS THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTERS
The three way catalytic converter 4-cylinder models V6 models
must operate at a high temperature
for the chemical reactions to take A defective three way catalytic Keep the engine well maintained.
place. It can set on fire any converter contributes to air pollution,
combustible materials that come and can impair your engine’s per- Have your vehicle diagnosed and
near it. Park your vehicle away from formance. Follow these guidelines to repaired if it is misfiring, back-
high grass, dry leaves, or other protect your vehicle’s three way firing, stalling, or otherwise not
flammables. catalytic converter. running properly.

Always use unleaded gasoline.

Even a small amount of leaded
gasoline can contaminate the
catalyst metals, making the three
way catalytic converter ineffective.

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Emissions Testing

Testing of Readiness Codes If the testing facility determines that 4. Without touching the accelerator
If you take your vehicle for an the readiness codes are not set, you pedal, start the engine, and let it
emissions test shortly after the will be requested to return at a later idle for 20 seconds.
battery has been disconnected or date to complete the test. If you must
gone dead, it may not pass the test. get the vehicle retested within the 5. Keep the vehicle in Park
This is because of certain ‘‘readiness next two or three days, you can (automatic) or neutral (manual).
codes’’ that must be set in the on- condition the vehicle for retesting by Increase the engine speed to 2,000
board diagnostics for the emissions doing the following. rpm, and hold it there until the
systems. These codes are erased temperature gauge rises to at least
when the battery is disconnected, 1. Make sure the gas tank is nearly, 1/4 of the scale (about 3 minutes).
and set again only after several days but not completely, full (around
of driving under a variety of 3/4). 6. Without touching the accelerator
conditions. pedal, let the engine idle for 20
2. Make sure the vehicle has been seconds.
parked with the engine off for 6
hours or more.

3. Make sure the ambient

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temperature is between 40° and
95°F (4° and 35°C).

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Emissions Testing

7. Select a nearby lightly traveled 8. Then drive in city/suburban

major highway where you can traffic for at least 10 minutes.
maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph When traffic conditions allow, let
(80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 the vehicle coast for several
minutes. Drive on the highway in seconds without using the
D (automatic) or 5th (manual). Do accelerator pedal or the brake
not use the cruise control. When pedal.
traffic allows, drive for 90 seconds
without moving the accelerator 9. Make sure the vehicle has been
pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary parked with the engine off for 30
slightly; this is okay.) If you cannot minutes.
do this for a continuous 90
seconds because of traffic If the testing facility determines the
conditions, drive for at least 30 readiness codes are still not set, see
seconds, then repeat it two more your dealer.
times (for a total of 90 seconds).

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Warranty and Customer Relations

Customer Service Information..... 386

Warranty Coverages ..................... 387
Reporting Safety Defects
(U.S. vehicles) ............................ 388
Authorized Manuals ...................... 389

Warranty and Customer Relations

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Customer Service Information

Honda dealership personnel are Canadian Owners: When you call or write, please give
trained professionals. They should Customer Relations us this information:
be able to answer all your questions. Honda Canada Inc.
If you encounter a problem that your Vehicle Identification Number
dealership does not solve to your Visit www.honda.ca for contact (see page 368 )
satisfaction, please discuss it with information
the dealership’s management. The Name and address of the dealer
service manager or general manager Tel: 1-888-9-HONDA-9 who services your vehicle
can help. Almost all problems are Fax: 1-877-939-0909
solved in this way. Date of purchase
In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin
If you are dissatisfied with the Islands: Odometer reading of your vehicle
decision made by the dealership’s Vortex Motor Corp.
management, contact Honda Bella International Your name, address, and tele-
Customer Service. P.O. Box 190816 phone number
San Juan, PR 00919-0816
U.S. Owners: A detailed description of the
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Tel: (787) 620-7546 problem
Automobile Customer Service
Mail Stop 500-2N-7A Name of the dealer who sold the
1919 Torrance Boulevard vehicle to you
Torrance, California 90501-2746

Tel: (800) 999-1009

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Warranty Coverages

U.S. Owners Seat Belt Limited Warranty − a seat Replacement Battery Limited
Your new vehicle is covered by these belt that fails to function properly is Warranty − provides prorated
warranties: covered by a limited warranty. coverage for a replacement battery
Please read your warranty booklet purchased from your dealer.
New Vehicle Limited Warranty − for details.

Warranty and Customer Relations

covers your new vehicle, except for Replacement Muffler Lifetime
the battery, emissions control Rust Perforation Limited Warranty Limited Warranty − provides
systems, and accessories, against − all exterior body panels are coverage for as long as the pur-
defects in materials and covered for rust-through from the chaser of the muffler owns the
workmanship. inside for the specified time period vehicle.
with no mileage limit.
Emissions Control Systems Defects Restrictions and exclusions apply to
Warranty and Emissions Accessory Limited Warranty − all these warranties. Please read the
Performance Warranty − these two Honda accessories are covered 2010 Honda warranty information
warranties cover your vehicle’s under this warranty. Time and booklet that came with your vehicle
emissions control systems. Time, mileage limits depend on the type of for precise information on warranty
mileage, and coverage are accessory and other factors. Please coverages. Your vehicle’s original
conditional. Please read your read your warranty booklet for tires are covered by their
warranty booklet for exact details. manufacturer. Tire warranty
information. information is in a separate booklet.
Replacement Parts Limited
Original Equipment Battery Limited Warranty − covers all Honda Canadian Owners
Warranty − this warranty gives up replacement parts against defects in Please refer to the 2010 warranty
to 100% credit toward a replacement materials and workmanship. manual that came with your vehicle.
battery.

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Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)

If you believe that your vehicle has a If NHTSA receives similar com- To contact NHTSA, you may call the
defect which could cause a crash or plaints, it may open an investigation, Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at
could cause injury or death, you and if it finds that a safety defect 1-888-327-4236
should immediately inform the exists in a group of vehicles, it may (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to
National Highway Traffic Safety order a recall and remedy campaign. http://www.saf ercar.gov; or write to:
Administration (NHTSA) in addition However, NHTSA cannot become Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New
to notifying American Honda Motor involved in individual problems Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC
Co., Inc. between you, your dealer, or 20590.
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. You can also obtain other
information about motor vehicle
safety from http://www.saf ercar.gov.

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Authorized Manuals

Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals (U.S. only) Service Manual:

The publications shown below can be purchased from Helm Covers maintenance and recommended procedures for
Incorporated. You can order by phone or online: repair to engine and chassis components. It is written
Call Helm Inc. at 1-800-782-4356 (credit card orders only) for the journeyman mechanic, but it is simple enough
Go online at www. helminc. com for most mechanically inclined owners to understand.
If you are interested in other years or models, contact Helm Inc.
at 1-800-782-4356. Electrical Troubleshooting Manual:
Complements the Service Manual by providing in-depth
Publication Form Description troubleshooting information for each electrical circuit
Form Number in your vehicle.
61TA003 2010 Honda Accord 2/4 door L4
Service Manual Base Book Body Repair Manual:

Authorized Manuals
61TA004 2010 Honda Accord 2/4 door V6 Describes the procedures involved in the replacement
Service Manual Supplement of damaged body parts.
61TA003EL 2010 Honda 2/4 Door L4/V6
Electrical Troubleshooting Manual
61TA030 2008 Honda 2/4 door Body Repair Manual
31TE0620 2010 Honda Accord 2-door Owner’s Manual
31TA5820 2010 Honda Accord
Navigation System Owner’s Manual
31TA5M20 2010 Honda Accord Honda Service History
31TE0Q20 2010 Honda Accord 2-door
Technology Reference Guide
HON-R Order Form for Previous Years-
Indicate Year and Model Desired

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Index

A Automatic Transmission............... 267 Fluid ............................................ 312

Capacity, Fluid ................... 370, 372 Parking ........................................ 110
Accessories..................................... 253 Shifting ........................................ 267 System Indicator .................. 57, 357
ACCESSORY Shift Lever Position Wear Indicators ......................... 273
(Ignition Key Position)................ 79 Indicators ................................ 267 Braking System.............................. 273
Accessory Power Sockets............. 114 Shift Lever Positions ................. 268 Break-in, New Vehicle .................. 242
Active Head Restraints ................... 98 Shift Lock Release ..................... 270 Brightness Control, Instruments ... 73
Additives, Engine Oil..................... 301 Auxiliary Input Jack ....................... 199 Bulb Replacement
Advanced Airbags............................ 25 Back-up Lights ........................... 320
Airbag (SRS) ................................ 9, 21 B Brake Lights............................... 320
Airbag System Components ........... 21 Fog Lights .................................. 322
Air Conditioning System....... 122, 127 Battery Front Parking Lights ................. 318
Usage .................................. 125, 128 Charging System Headlights .................................. 315
Air Pressure, Tires ................ 329, 330 Indicator............................ 56, 355 High-mount Brake Light .......... 321
Antifreeze ....................................... 304 Jump Starting ............................. 350 Rear Lights ................................. 320
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Maintenance ............................... 337 Specifications ..................... 371, 373
Indicator ................................ 58, 274 Specifications ..................... 371, 373 Turn Signal Lights ............. 318, 320
Operation .................................... 274 Before Driving ............................... 241 Bulbs, Halogen ....................... 315, 322
Anti-theft, Audio System............... 200 Belts, Seat ..................................... 8, 17
Anti-theft Steering Column Lock .. 79 Beverage Holders .......................... 112 C
Audio System ................................. 135 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ......... 217
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ...... 81 Booster Seats ................................... 48 Capacities Chart .................... 370, 372
Automatic Lighting Off Feature .... 72 Brakes Carbon Monoxide Hazard .............. 51

INDEX
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .... 19 Anti-lock System (ABS) ............ 274 Carrying Cargo .............................. 255
Automatic Speed Control.............. 210 Break-in, New Linings .............. 242
Bulb Replacement ..................... 320 CONTINUED

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Index

CAUTION, Explanation of .............. iii Child Seats ........................................ 33 D

CD Care .......................................... 193 LATCH.......................................... 42
CD Changer ........................... 150, 181 Tether Anchorage Points ........... 46 DANGER, Explanation of ................ iii
Certification Label ......................... 368 Cleaning the Seat Belts ................. 324 Dashboard .................................... 3, 54
Chains ............................................. 335 Climate Control System ................ 127 Daytime Running Lights........... 60, 72
Changing a Flat Tire ..................... 343 On/Off Button ........................... 129 Daytime Running Lights
Changing Oil Clock ............................................... 201 Indicator ........................................ 60
How to ......................................... 302 Clutch Fluid .................................... 313 Dead Battery .................................. 350
When to....................................... 291 CO in the Exhaust ................... 51, 380 Defects, Reporting Safety＊ .......... 388
Charging System Indicator .... 56, 355 Cold Weather, Starting in ............. 263 Defogger, Rear Window ................. 75
Check Fuel Cap Message ............. 245 Compact Spare ............................... 342 Defrosting the Windows....... 126, 131
Checklist, Before Driving ............. 262 Compass.......................................... 206 Dimensions ............................. 370, 372
Child Safety ...................................... 33 Console Compartment .................. 113 Dimming the Headlights ................ 70
Booster Seats ............................... 48 Consumer Information.................. 386 Dipstick
Child Seats .............................. 40, 41 Controls, Instruments and .............. 53 Automatic Transmission........... 307
Important Safety Coolant Engine Oil ................................... 248
Reminders ........................... 33-50 Adding ......................................... 304 Directional Signals ........................... 70
Infants ........................................... 38 Checking ..................................... 249 Disc Brake Wear Indicators ......... 273
Larger Children ........................... 47 Proper Solution .......................... 304 Disposal of Used Oil ...................... 303
LATCH.......................................... 42 Temperature Gauge .................... 65 Doors
Risks with Airbags....................... 34 Crankcase Emissions Control Auto Door Lock ........................... 81
Small Children.............................. 39 System......................................... 380 Auto Door Unlock........................ 84
Tether ........................................... 46 Cruise Control Indicator ................. 62 Locking and Unlocking ............... 80
Warning Labels ............................ 52 Cruise Control Operation ............. 210 DOT Tire Quality Grading ........... 374
Where Should a Child Sit ........... 34 Customer Service .......................... 386 Downshifting, Manual
Transmission .............................. 264

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Index

Driver and Passenger Safety ............ 5 Emissions Testing ......................... 383 Filling the Fuel Tank ..................... 243
Driving ............................................ 261 Engine Filters
Economy ..................................... 250 Adding Engine Coolant ............. 304 Dust and Pollen ......................... 325
Dual Temperature Control ........... 132 Coolant Temperature Gauge ..... 65 Oil ................................................ 302
Dust and Pollen Filter ................... 325 If It Won’t Start .......................... 348 Flashers, Hazard Warning.............. 74
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .... 356 Flat Tire, Changing a .................... 343
E Oil Life Indicator........................ 291 Fluids
Oil Pressure Indicator ............... 355 Automatic Transmission........... 307
Economy, Fuel ............................... 250 Oil, What Kind to Use ............... 300 Brake ........................................... 312
Emergencies................................... 341 Overheating................................ 353 Clutch .......................................... 313
Battery, Jump Starting .............. 350 Specifications ..................... 370, 372 Manual Transmission ............... 309
Brake System Indicator ............ 357 Speed Limiter ..................... 266, 270 Power Steering........................... 313
Changing a Flat Tire ................. 343 Starting........................................ 263 Windshield Washer ................... 306
Charging System Indicator ...... 355 V6 ................................................. 372 Fog Lights......................................... 73
Hazard Warning Flashers .......... 74 4-cylinder .................................... 370 Folding Rear Seat ............................ 99
Jump Starting ............................. 350 Engine Speed Limiter ........... 266, 270 Four-way Flashers ........................... 74
Checking the Fuses................... 358 Ethanol in Gasoline ....................... 242 Front Airbags ............................... 9, 23
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...... 355 Evaporative Emissions Controls .. 380
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .... 356 Exhaust Fumes ................................ 51
Overheated Engine ................... 353 Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
Towing ........................................ 365 Belts by ......................................... 15
Emergency Brake .......................... 110

INDEX
Emergency Flashers ....................... 74 F
Emergency Towing ....................... 365
Emergency Trunk Opener ............. 91 Fan, Interior ........................... 123, 130
Emissions Controls........................ 380 Features .......................................... 121 CONTINUED

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Index

Fuel .................................................. 242 Manual Transmission ............... 264 Hood, Opening and Closing ......... 246
Check Fuel Cap Message ......... 245 Glove Box ....................................... 112 Horn............................................... 4, 68
Fill Door and Cap....................... 243 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Hydraulic Clutch ............................ 313
Gauge ............................................ 65 (GVWR) .............................. 257, 282
Low Fuel Indicator ...................... 60 I
Octane Requirement ................. 242 H
Oxygenated ................................ 242 Identification Number, Vehicle.... 368
Tank, Refueling ......................... 243 Halogen Headlight Bulbs.............. 315 Ignition
Fuel Economy ................................ 250 HandsFreeLink ............................ 217 Keys............................................... 77
Fuel Economy (ECO) Indicator ..... 59 Hazard Warning Flashers............... 74 Switch ............................................ 79
Fuses, Checking the ...................... 358 Headlights......................................... 70 Timing Control System ............. 381
Aiming ......................................... 315 Immobilizer System......................... 78
G Automatic Lighting Off ............... 72 Important Safety Precautions .......... 6
Automatic Lighting On ............... 71
Gas Mileage, Improving ....... 250, 251 Daytime Running Lights............. 72
Gasoline .......................................... 242 High Beam Indicator ................... 60
Gauge ............................................ 65 Reminder Chime .......................... 70
Low Fuel Indicator ...................... 60 Replacing Halogen
Octane Requirement ................. 242 Bulbs ............................... 315, 322
Tank, Refueling ......................... 243 Turning on .................................... 70
Gas Station Procedures................. 243 Head Restraints ......................... 13, 96
Gauges Heating and Cooling ...................... 122
Engine Coolant Temperature .... 65 Heated Mirrors .............................. 103
Fuel ................................................ 65 Heater, Seat .................................... 101
Gearshift Lever Positions HomeLink Universal
Automatic Transmission........... 267 Transceiver................................. 213

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Index

Indicators .......................................... 56 Turn Signal and Hazard Jump Starting ................................. 350
ABS (Anti-lock Brake) ................ 58 Warning .................................... 58
Brake (Parking and Brake VSA Activation ............................. 62 K
System) ............................. 57, 357 VSA System .................................. 62
Charging System ................. 56, 355 Washer Level ............................... 60 Keys ................................................... 77
Cruise Control .............................. 62 Indicators, Instrument Panel .......... 56
Cruise Main .................................. 62 Infant Restraint ................................ 38 L
Door and Trunk Open................. 61 Infant Seats ....................................... 38
DRL (Daytime Running Tether Anchorage Points ........... 46 Label, Certification ........................ 368
Lights)....................................... 60 Inflation, Proper Tire .................... 329 Lane Change, Signaling .................. 70
Fog Lights .................................... 62 Information Display ......................... 64 Lap/Shoulder Belts ................... 14, 18
Fuel Economy (ECO) Inside Mirror .................................. 102 LATCH System ................................ 42
Indicator .................................... 59 Inspection, Tire .............................. 331 Lights
High Beam .................................... 60 Installing a Child Seat ..................... 41 Bulb Replacement ..................... 315
Key (Immobilizer System) ......... 58 Tether Anchorage Points ........... 46 Indicator ........................................ 55
Lights On ...................................... 60 Using LATCH .............................. 42 Parking .......................................... 70
Low Fuel ....................................... 60 Instrument Panel ............................. 55 Turn Signal ............................. 58, 70
Low Oil Pressure ................. 56, 355 Instrument Panel Brightness ......... 73 Load Limits..................................... 256
Low Tire Pressure ....................... 59 Instruments and Controls ............... 53 LOCK (Ignition Key Position) ....... 79
Maintenance Minder ................... 61 Interior Lights ................................ 117
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .... 356 Introduction ......................................... i
Security System ........................... 61
Side Airbag Off ............................ 57

INDEX
J
Seat Belt ........................................ 56
SRS ................................................ 57 Jacking up the Vehicle .................. 344
TPMS ............................................ 59 Jack, Tire ........................................ 344 CONTINUED

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Index

Locks Malfunction Indicator Lamp ........ 356 Selecting Proper Viscosity

Anti-theft Steering Column ........ 79 Manual Transmission.................... 264 Chart ....................................... 301
Fuel Fill Door ............................. 243 Manual Transmission Fluid ......... 309 ON (Ignition Key Position) ............ 79
Glove Box ................................... 112 Meters, Gauges.......................... 55, 63 Onboard Refueling Vapor
Lockout Prevention ..................... 81 Methanol in Gasoline .....................242 Recovery ..................................... 380
Power Door .................................. 80 Mirrors, Adjusting ......................... 102 Outside Mirrors ............................. 102
Trunk ............................................ 90 Modifying Your Vehicle................ 254 Outside Temperature Indicator ..... 66
Low Coolant Level ......................... 249 Moonroof ........................................ 108 Overheating, Engine ..................... 353
Low Fuel Indicator .......................... 60 Owner’s Maintenance Checks ..... 296
Lower Gear, Downshifting to a.... 264 N Oxygenated Fuels.......................... 242
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .... 56, 355
Lower Anchors................................. 42 Neutral Gear Position.................... 268 P
Lubricant Specifications New Vehicle Break-in ................... 242
Chart ................................... 370, 372 Normal Shift Speeds...................... 265 Panel Brightness Control ............... 73
Luggage, Storing (Cargo) ............ 255 NOTICE, Explanation of .................... i Park Gear Position......................... 268
Numbers, Identification ................ 368 Parking ............................................ 272
M Parking Brake ................................ 110
O Parking Brake and Brake
Maintenance ................................... 289 System Indicator .................. 57, 357
Minder......................................... 291 Octane Requirement, Gasoline .... 242 Parking Lights.................................. 70
Main Items and Sub Odometer .......................................... 64 Parking Over Things that Burn ... 382
Items ............................... 294, 297 Oil Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ..... 30
Owner’s Maintenance Change, How to ......................... 302 PGM-FI System.............................. 381
Checks .................................... 296 Change, When to ....................... 291 Pollen Filter .................................... 325
Minder Indicator .......................... 61 Checking Engine ....................... 248 Power Door Locks ........................... 80
Safety........................................... 290 Pressure Indicator ............... 56, 355 Power Seat Adjustments ................. 92

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Index

Power Socket Locations ....... 111, 114 Rear Window Defogger .................. 75 S
Power Windows ............................. 104 Reclining the Seat Backs .......... 92, 93
Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts .......... 15 Recommended Shift Speeds ........ 265 Safety Belts................................... 8, 17
Protecting Adults and Teens.......... 11 Refueling ......................................... 243 Safety Defects, Reporting＊ .......... 388
Additional Safety Precautions .... 16 Reminder Indicators ........................ 56 Safety Features .................................. 7
Advice for Pregnant Women...... 15 Remote Transmitter ........................ 87 Airbags ............................................ 9
Protecting Children ......................... 33 Replacement Information Seat Belts ........................................ 8
General Guidelines ...................... 33 Engine Oil and Filter ................. 302 Safety Labels, Location of .............. 52
Protecting Infants ........................ 38 Fuses ........................................... 358 Safety Messages ............................... iii
Protecting Larger Children ........ 47 Light Bulbs ................................. 315 Seat Belts ...................................... 8, 18
Protecting Small Children .......... 39 Schedule ..................................... 291 Additional Information ................ 17
Using Child Seats with Timing Belt ................................. 314 Automatic Seat Belt
Tethers...................................... 46 Tires ............................................ 334 Tensioners ................................ 19
Using LATCH .............................. 42 Wiper Blades .............................. 326 Cleaning ...................................... 324
Replacing Seat Belts After a Lap/Shoulder Belt ................. 14, 18
R Crash ............................................. 20 Maintenance ................................. 19
Reporting Safety Defects＊ ........... 388 Reminder Indicator and
Radiator Overheating .................... 353 Reserve Tank, Engine Beeper ................................. 17, 56
Radio/CD Sound System .............. 135 Coolant ................................ 249, 304 System Components.................... 17
Radio Theft Protection.................. 200 Restraint, Child ................................ 33 Use During Pregnancy................ 15
Radio, XM ............................. 144, 174 Reverse Gear Position................... 268 Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt .... 18
Readiness Codes ............................ 383 Reverse Lockout ............................ 266
Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement ... 320 Rotation, Tire ................................. 333

INDEX
Rear Seat Access ............................. 94
Rear Seat, Folding ........................... 99
Rearview Mirror ............................ 102 CONTINUED

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Index

Seats Spare Tire Starting the Engine........................ 263

Adjusting.................................. 92-94 Inflating ....................................... 342 In Cold Weather at High
Folding .......................................... 99 Specifications ..................... 371, 373 Altitude ................................... 263
Heaters........................................ 101 Spark Plugs............................. 370, 372 With a Dead Battery ................. 350
Security System ............................. 204 Specifications ......................... 370, 372 Steam Coming from Engine ......... 353
Select/Reset Knob .......................... 63 Speed Control ................................. 210 Steering Wheel
Selecting a Child Seat ...................... 40 Speed Limiter ......................... 266, 270 Adjustments ................................. 76
Selector Knob (Disc Changer) .... 136 Speedometer .................................... 63 Anti-theft Column Lock .............. 79
Serial Number ................................ 368 SRS, Additional Information........... 21 Steering Wheel Buttons........ 198, 210
Service Minder ............................... 291 Additional Safety Precautions .... 32 Stereo Sound System .................... 135
Service Manual＊ ............................ 389 Airbag Service .............................. 31 Sun Visor......................................... 115
Service Station Procedures .......... 243 Airbag System Components ....... 21 Sunglasses Holder ......................... 115
Setting the Clock ........................... 201 How the Passenger Airbag Off Supplemental Restraint
Shift Lever Position Indicators .... 267 Indicator Works ....................... 30 System................................... 9, 21
Shift Lock Release ......................... 270 How the Side Airbag Off Servicing ....................................... 31
Side Airbags ................................. 9, 27 Indicator Works ....................... 30 SRS Indicator.......................... 29, 57
How Your Side Airbags Work.... 27 How the SRS Indicator Works ... 29 System Components.................... 21
How the Side Airbag Off How Your Front Airbags Synthetic Oil ................................... 301
Indicator Works ....................... 30 Work.......................................... 23
Side Curtain Airbags ................... 9, 28 How Your Side Airbags Work.... 27 T
How Your Side Curtain How Your Side Curtain Airbags
Airbags Work ........................... 28 Work.......................................... 28 Taking Care of the Unexpected .. 341
Signaling Turns ................................ 70 SRS Indicator.............................. 29, 57
Snow Tires ...................................... 335 START (Ignition Key Position) ..... 79
Sound System ................................. 135

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Index

Technical Descriptions Checking Wear .......................... 331 Trip Meter ........................................ 65

DOT Tire Quality Grading ....... 374 Compact Spare ........................... 342 Trunk................................................. 90
Emissions Control Systems ...... 380 DOT Tire Quality Grading ....... 374 Emergency Opener ..................... 91
Three Way Catalytic Glossary of Tire Terminology.. 377 Opening the .................................. 90
Converter ................................ 382 Inflation ....................................... 329 Open Indicator ............................. 61
Temperature Gauge ........................ 65 Inspection ................................... 331 Turn Signals ..................................... 70
Temperature, Outside ..................... 66 Replacing .................................... 334
Tether Anchorage Points ............... 46 Rotating....................................... 333 U
Theft Protection, Radio................. 200 Service Life ................................. 332
Three Way Catalytic Converter ... 382 Snow ............................................ 335 Unexpected, Taking Care of
Time, Setting the ........................... 201 Specifications ..................... 371, 373 the ................................................ 341
Timing Belt ..................................... 314 Tools, Tire Changing .................... 343 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ..... 374
Tire Chains ..................................... 335 Towing Unleaded Gasoline......................... 242
Tire, How to Change a Flat .......... 343 A Trailer ...................................... 281 Used Oil, How to Dispose of ........ 303
Tire Information ............................ 376 Emergency Wrecker ................. 365
Tire Labeling .................................. 376 Weight Limit .............................. 281 V
Tire Pressure Monitoring Transmission
System (TPMS) ............. 278, 378 Checking Fluid Level, Vanity Mirror ................................. 115
Low Tire Pressure Automatic ............................... 307 Vehicle Capacity Load .................. 256
Indicator............................ 59, 278 Checking Fluid Level, Vehicle Dimensions .............. 370, 372
Required Federal Manual ............................ 309, 310 Vehicle Identification Number..... 368
Explanation............................. 378 Fluid Selection ........... 308, 309, 311
TPMS Indicator ................... 59, 279

INDEX
Identification Number............... 369
Tires ................................................ 329 Shifting the Automatic .............. 267
Air Pressure ............................... 330 Shifting the Manual ................... 264
Chains ......................................... 335 Treadwear ...................................... 331 CONTINUED

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Index

Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ) Windows

System..................................... 276 Auto Reverse .............................. 105
VSA Activation Indicator .... 62, 276 Operating the Power ................. 104
VSA Off Switch .......................... 277 Rear, Defogger ............................ 75
VSA System Indicator ......... 62, 276 Windshield
Vehicle Storage .............................. 338 Cleaning ........................................ 69
Ventilation .............................. 124, 130 Defroster ............................ 126, 131
VIN .................................................. 368 Washers ........................................ 69
Viscosity, Oil................................... 301 Wipers, Windshield
Voice Control System............ 128, 161 Changing Blades ........................ 326
Operation ...................................... 69
W Worn Tires ..................................... 331
Wrecker, Emergency Towing ...... 365
WARNING, Explanation of ............. iii
Warning Labels, Location of .......... 52 X
Warranty Coverages ..................... 387
Washers, Windshield XM Radio .............................. 144, 174
Checking the Fluid Level ......... 306
Indicator ........................................ 60 ＊ : U.S. only
Operation ...................................... 69
Wheels
Adjusting the Steering ................ 76
Alignment and Balance ............. 332
Compact Spare ........................... 342
Wrench, Nut ............................... 344

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Service Information Summary

Gasoline: Manual Transmission Fluid: Tire Pressure (measured cold):

Unleaded gasoline, pump octane Honda Manual Transmission 4-cylinder models
number of 87 or higher. Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30 Front/Rear:
or 10W-40 motor oil as a 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm )
Fuel Tank Capacity: temporary replacement (see page
18.5 US gal (70.0 ) 309 ). V6 models
5-speed manual transmission: Front/Rear:
Recommended Engine Oil: 2.0 US qt (1.9 ) 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm )
API Premium grade 5W-20
detergent oil (see page 300 ). 6-speed manual transmission: Spare Tire Pressure:
2.2 US qt (2.1 ) 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )
Oil change capacity (including
filter): Power Steering Fluid:
4-cylinder models Honda Power Steering Fluid
4.2 US qt (4.0 ) preferred, or another brand of
V6 models power steering fluid as a
4.5 US qt (4.3 ) temporary replacement. Do not
use ATF (see page 314 ).
Automatic Transmission Fluid:
Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 Brake Fluid:
(automatic transmission fluid) Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
(see page 308 ). DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or
DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary
replacement (see page 312 ).

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Owner’s Identification

OWNER This owner’s manual should be considered a

permanent part of the vehicle and should
remain with the vehicle when it is sold.

ADDRESS This owner’s manual covers all models of the

STREET Accord Coupe. You may find descriptions of
equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
CITY STATE/PROVINCE/TERRITORY ZIP CODE/
POSTAL CODE The information and specifications included
V. I. N. in this publication were in effect at the time
of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co.,
DELIVERY DATE Ltd. reserves the right, however, to
(Date sold to original retail purchaser) discontinue or change specifications or
design at any time without notice and without
DEALER NAME DEALER NO. incurring any obligation whatsoever.

ADDRESS
STREET POUR CLIENTS CANADIEN
AVIS IMPORTANT: Si vous avez
besoin d’un Manuel du Conducteur
CITY STATE/PROVINCE/TERRITORY ZIP CODE/ en français, veuillez demander à
POSTAL CODE votre concessionnaire de
OWNER’S SIGNATURE commander le numéro de pièce
33TE0C20
DEALER’S SIGNATURE

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