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Main MenuTable of Contentsst Of course, children vary widely. And while age may be one indicator of when a child can safely ride in the front, there are other important factors you should consider.


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A child should continue using a booster seat until the child exceeds the booster seat manufacturer’s requirements.


Even then, the child may still need to use a booster seat. Note that some states now require children to use boosters until they reach a certain age and/or weight. Be sure to check current laws in the state or states where you intend to drive.


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WhenCanaLargerChildSitinFront The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that all children ages 12 and under be properly restrained in the back seat.


The back seat is the safest place for a child of any age or size.


In addition, the passenger’s front airbag poses serious risks to children. If the seat is too far forward, or the child’s head is thrown forward during a collision, or the child is unrestrained or out of position, an inflating front airbag can kill or seriously injure the child.


The side airbag also poses risks. If any part of a larger child’s body is in the path of a deploying airbag, the child could receive possibly serious injuries.


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PhysicalSize Physically, a child must be large enough for the lap/shoulder belt to properly fit over the hips, chest, and shoulder (see pages ). If the seat belt does not fit properly, the child should not sit in the front.


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Maturity To safely ride in front, a child must be able to follow the rules, including sitting properly and wearing the seat belt properly throughout a ride.


If you decide that a child can safely ride up front, be sure to:


Carefully read the owner’s manual and make sure you understand all seat belt instructions and all safety information.


Move the vehicle seat to the rear- most position.


Have the child sit up straight, back against the seat, and feet on or near the floor.


Check that the child’s seat belt is properly positioned and secured.


Remind the child not to lean toward the door because of the side airbag.


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Supervise the child. Even mature children sometimes need to be reminded to fasten the seat belts or sit properly.


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Protecting Children


Using Child Seats with Tethers


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TETHER ANCHORAGE POINTS


Your car has three tether anchorage points under the rear window for securing a tether-style child seat to the car.


The tether anchorage points are located under plastic covers. Pivot the cover backward to access the anchorage point.


Since a tether can provide additional security, we recommend using a tether whenever one is required or available. (Tethers are required in Canada.)


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To use either outside anchorage point, lift the rear head restraint, then route the tether strap over the seat-back between the legs of the head restraint.


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TETHER STRAP HOOK


Using LATCH


TETHER ANCHORAGE POINT


LOWER ANCHORS


Attach the tether strap hook to the tether anchorage point as shown in the illustration, then tighten the strap according to the child seat maker’s instructions. Make sure the strap is not twisted.


Your car is equipped with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) at the outer rear seats. The lower anchors are located between the seat-back and seat bottom and are to be used only with a child seat designed for use with LATCH.


The exact location of each lower anchor is marked with a small button above the lower anchor point.


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To install a LATCH-compatible child seat:


1.


2.


Move the seat belt buckle or center seat belt away from the lower anchors.


Make sure there are no foreign objects around the anchors. Foreign objects could get in the way of a secure connection between the child seat and the anchors.


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Rigid type


Flexible type


3.


Put the child seat in the rear left or right vehicle seat and attach the child seat to the lower anchors according to the child seat maker’s instructions.


4.


Follow the child seat maker’s instructions for any additional advice on adjusting or tightening the fit.


5.


Lift the rear head restraint, then route the tether strap over the seat-back between the legs of the head restraint.


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LowerUniversalAnchorageSystem Symbol


7.


Push and pull the child seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure enough to stay upright during normal driving maneuvers.


6.


Attach the tether strap hook to the tether anchorage point, and tighten the strap according to the child seat maker’s instructions. Make sure the strap is not twisted.


Canadianmodelsonly This symbol on rear or forward facing child seats or booster cushions indicates the presence of LATCH compatible hardware.


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Additional Information About Your Seat Belts


Lap/Shoulder Belt


This seat belt has a single belt that goes over your shoulder, across your chest and across your hips.


To fasten the belt, insert the latch plate into the buckle, then tug on the belt to make sure the buckle is latched.


Seat Belt System Components Your seat belt system includes lap/ shoulder belts in all five seating positions. The front seat belts are also equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners.


The seat belt system also includes a light on the


instrument panel to remind you and your passengers to fasten your belts. If the driver’s seat belt is not fastened before the ignition is turned ON (II), the light will come on and a beeper will also sound. The beeper will stop after a few seconds, but the light will stay on until the driver’s seat belt is fastened.


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To unlock the belt, push the red PRESSbuttononthebuckle.


Guide the belt across your body to the door pillar. After exiting the car, be sure the belt is out of the way and will not get closed in the door.


All seat belts have an emergency locking retractor. In normal driving, the retractor lets you move freely in your seat while it keeps some tension on the belt. During a collision or sudden stop, the retractor automatically locks the belt to help restrain your body.


The seat belts in all seating positions except the driver’s have an additional locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat. (See pages for instructions on how to secure child seats with this type of seat belt.)


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Additional Information About Your Seat Belts


Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners


If the shoulder part of the belt is pulled all the way out, the locking mechanism will activate. The belt will retract, but it will not allow the passenger to move freely.


To deactivate the locking mechanism, unlatch the buckle and let the seat belt fully retract. To refasten the belt, pull it out only as far as needed.


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for instructions on how


See page to wear the lap/shoulder belt properly.


For added protection, the front seat belts are equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners. When activated, the tensioners immediately tighten the belts to help hold the driver and a front passenger in place.


The tensioners are designed to activate primarily in frontal collisions. The tensioners are independent of the airbag system, so they can be activated during a collision that


might not cause the airbags to deploy. In this case, the airbags would not be needed but the additional seat belt tension can be helpful.


The tensioners will be activated in a collision severe enough to cause the front airbags to inflate.


When the tensioners are activated, the seat belts will remain tight until they are unbuckled in the normal way.


The SRS indicator light will come on if there is a


problem with your automatic seat belt tensioners (see page


52


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Main MenuTable of Contentsst Automatic seat belt tensioners that deployed during a crash must be replaced.


For information on how to clean your seat belts, see page


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Additional Information About Your Seat Belts


Seat Belt Maintenance For safety, you should check the condition of your seat belts regularly.


Pull each belt out fully and look for frays, cuts, burns, and wear. Check that the latches work smoothly and that the lap/shoulder belts retract easily. Any belt not in good condition or not working properly will not provide good protection and should be replaced as soon as possible.


U.S.Models Honda provides a lifetime warranty on seat belts. Honda will repair or replace any seat belt component that fails to function properly during normal use. Please see your WarrantyInformation details.


booklet for


Honda


Not checking or maintaining seat belts can result in serious injury or death if the seat belts do not work properly when needed.


Check your seat belts regularly and have any problem corrected as soon as possible.


If a seat belt is worn during a crash, it must be replaced by the dealer. A belt that has been worn during a crash may not provide the same level of protection in a subsequent crash. The dealer should also inspect the anchors for damage and replace them if needed.


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SRS Components Your Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) includes:


Two front airbags. The driver’s airbag is stored in the center of the steering wheel; the front passenger’sairbagisstoredinthe dashboard. Both are marked ‘‘SRS AIRBAG.’’


Automatic seat belt tensioners (see page


47


).


Sensors that can detect a moderate to severe frontal collision.


Additional Information About Your Airbags


How Your Front Airbags Work


A sophisticated electronic system that continually monitors and records information about the sensors, the control unit, the airbag activators, and driver and passenger seat belt use when the ignition is ON (II).


An indicator light on the instrument panel that alerts you to a possible problem with the system (see page


52


).


Emergency backup power in case your car’s electrical system is disconnected in a crash.


Your car is equipped with dual-stage, dual-threshold airbags to help reduce the chance of airbag-caused injuries.


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Additional Information About Your Airbags


If you ever have a moderate to severe frontal collision, the sensors will detect the vehicle’s rapid deceleration. If the rate of deceleration is high enough, the control unit will instantly inflate the front airbags.


During a frontal crash, your seat belts help restrain your lower body and torso. Your airbag provides a cushion to help restrain and protect your head and chest.


Since both airbags use the same sensors, both airbags normally inflate at the same time. However, it is possible for only one airbag to inflate.


This can occur when the severity of a collision is at the margin, or threshold, that determines whether or not the airbags will deploy. In such cases, the seat belt will provide sufficient protection, and the supplemental protection offered by the airbag would be minimal.


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After inflating, the front airbags immediately deflate, so they won’t interfere with the driver’s visibility, or the ability to steer or operate other controls.


The total time for inflation and deflation is approximately 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


After a crash, you may see what looks like smoke. This is actually powder from the airbag’s surface. Although the powder is not harmful, people with respiratory problems may experience some temporary discomfort. If this occurs, get out of the car as soon as it is safe to do so.


U.S. Owners: For additional information on how your airbags work, see the booklet titled SRS:WhatYouNeedtoKnow that came with your AboutAirbags owner’s manual.


Canadian Owners: For additional information on how your airbags work, ask your dealer for a copy of the booklet titled SRS: WhatYouNeedtoKnowAboutAirbags.


How Your Side Airbags Work


Onlyonmodelsequippedwithside airbags Some models are equipped with side airbags for the driver and a front seat passenger. The airbags are stored in the outer edges of the front seat-backs, and both are marked ‘‘SIDE AIRBAG.’’


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


Only one airbag will deploy during a side impact. If the impact is on the passenger’s side, the passenger’s side airbag will deploy even if there is no passenger.


To get the best protection from the side airbags, front seat occupants should wear their seat belts and sit upright and well back in their seats.


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Additional Information About Your Airbags


In a moderate to severe side impact, sensors will detect rapid deceleration and signal the control unit to instantly inflate the side curtain airbag on the driver’s or the passenger’s side of the car. If the impact is on the passenger’s side, the passenger’s side curtain airbag will inflate even if there are no occupants on that side of the car.


To get the best protection from the side curtain airbags, occupants should wear their seat belts and sit upright and well back in their seats.


How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work


SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG


StandardonU.S.EX-V6model Your car is equipped with side curtain airbags. These airbags are stored in the front, center, and rear pillars on both sides. The front and rear pillars on both sides are marked ‘‘SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG.’’


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How the SRS Indicator Works The SRS indicator alerts you to a potential problem


with your front airbags. This light will also alert you to a potential problem with your automatic seat belt tensioners (page


47


).


On models with side airbags, this light will also alert you to a potential problem with your side airbags, the passenger’s side airbag automatic cutoff system (see page side curtain airbags.


), or the


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When you turn the ignition ON (II), this indicator will light briefly then go out. This tells you that the system is working properly.


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Additional Information About Your Airbags


If the light comes on at any other time, or does not come on at all, you should have the system checked by your dealer. For example:


If the SRS indicator light does not come on after you turn the ignition switch to ON (II).


If the light stays on after the engine starts.


If the light comes on or flashes on and off while you drive.


If you see any of these indications, your airbags may not deploy, your passenger’s side airbag automatic cutoff system may not work properly, or your seat belt tensioners may not work when you need them. See your Honda dealer as soon as possible.


Ignoring the SRS indicator light can result in serious injury or death if the airbags, cutoff system, or tensioners do not work properly.


Have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible if the SRS light alerts you to a potential problem.


How the Side Airbag Cutoff Indicator Light Works Onlyonmodelsequippedwithside airbags


This light alerts you that the passenger’s side airbag


has been automatically shut off.


To reduce the risk of injury from an inflating side airbag, your car has an automatic cutoff system for the passenger’s side airbag.


It does not mean there is a problem with your side airbags. It means that the side airbag cutoff system has activated to prevent the side airbag from deploying.


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Additional Information About Your Airbags


A front seat passenger should not use a cushion or other object as a backrest. It may prevent the cutoff system from working properly.


When you turn the ignition switch to ON (II), the indicator should light briefly and go out (see page doesn’t light, stays on, or comes on while driving without a passenger in the front seat, have the system checked.


). If it


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Although Honda does not encourage children to ride in the front, this system is designed to shut off the side airbag if a child leans sideways and the child’s head is in the side airbag deployment path.


If a small-statured adult leans sideways, or larger adult slouches and leans sideways into the deployment path of the side airbag, the system may also shut off the side airbag.


If the side airbag cutoff indicator light comes on, you should have the passenger sit upright. Once the passenger is out of the deployment path of the side airbag, the system will turn the airbag back on and the light will go out.


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Additional Information About Your Airbags


Improperly


Donotcoverorreplacefrontseat- backcoverswithoutconsultinga Hondadealer. replacing or covering front seat- back covers can prevent your side airbags from inflating during a collision.


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for further information


See page and precautions relating to your airbags.


Additional Safety Precautions


Donotattempttodeactivateyour airbags. seat belts provide the best protection.


Together, airbags and


Donottamperwithairbag componentsorwiringforany Tampering could cause reason. the airbags to deploy, possibly causing very serious injury.


If rain or spilled water


Donotexposethefrontseat-backs towater. soaks into a seat-back, it can prevent the side airbag system from working properly.


Airbag Service Your airbag systems are virtually maintenance-free, and there are no parts you can safely service. However, you must have your car serviced if:


Any


Yourairbagseverinflate. airbag that has deployed must be replaced along with the control unit, automatic seat belt tensioners, and other related parts. Do not try to remove or replace any airbag by yourself. This must be done by a Honda dealer or a knowledgeable body shop.


TheSRSindicatorlightalertsyou Take your car to an toaproblem. authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible. If you ignore this indication, the airbags might not inflate when you need them.


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Carbon Monoxide Hazard


Your car’s exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas. You should have no problem with carbon monoxide entering the car in normal driving if you maintain your car properly. Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever:


The car is raised for an oil change. You notice a change in the sound of the exhaust. The car was in an accident that may have damaged the underside.


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Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and even kill you.


Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that expose you to carbon monoxide.


High levels of carbon monoxide can collect rapidly in enclosed areas, such as a garage. Do not run the engine with the garage door closed. Even with the door open, run the engine only long enough to move the car out of the garage.


With the trunk lid open, air flow can pull exhaust gas into your car’s interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the trunk lid open, open all the windows and set the heating and cooling system/climate control system as shown below.


If you must sit in your parked car, even in an unconfined area, with the engine running, adjust the heating and cooling system/climate control system as follows:


1. 2. 3. 4.


Select the Fresh Air mode. Select the Turn the fan on high speed. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.


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These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury. Read these labels carefully.


If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S. dashboard label which is removed by the owner), contact your Honda dealer for a replacement.


HOOD Onmodelswithoutsideairbags


Onmodelswithside curtainairbags U.S.models


Safety Labels


DASHBOARD U.S.modelsonly


Onmodelswithsideairbags


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Safety Labels


SUN VISOR U.S.models


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DOORJAMBS Oncarswithsideairbags U.S.models


Canadianmodels


Oncarswithsidecurtainairbags U.S.models


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Instruments and Controls


This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of your Honda. All the essential controls are within easy reach.


Control Locations Indicator Lights Gauges


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Speedometer Tachometer Odometer Outside Temperature


Indicator Trip Meter Temperature Gauge Fuel Gauge Maintenance Required


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Indicator


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Controls Near the Steering


Wheel


Headlights


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Keys and Locks


Automatic Lighting Off


Feature


Daytime Running Lights Instrument Panel Brightness Turn Signals Windshield Wipers Windshield Washers Hazard Warning Rear Window Defogger Steering Wheel Adjustment


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Keys Immobilizer System Ignition Switch Power Door Locks Remote Transmitter Trunk Emergency Trunk Opener Glove Box


Front Seat Adjustments Driver’s Seat Manual Height


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Adjustment


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Driver’s Seat Power Height


Adjustment


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Seat Adjustments


Driver’s Seat Power


Adjustments


Seat Heaters Power Windows Moonroof Mirrors


Driver’s Lumbar Support Rear Seat Access Head Restraints Folding Rear Seat


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Parking Brake Console Compartment Armrest Beverage Holders Center CD Pocket Coin Pocket Sun Visor Vanity Mirror Coat Hook Sunglasses Holder Accessory Power Sockets Interior Lights Ceiling Light Spotlights Courtesy Lights


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Control Locations


MIRROR CONTROLS (P.108)


POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.86)


POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.103)


FUEL FILL DOOR/ TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE (P.225, 91)


HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.226)


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HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS (P.79)


AUDIO SYSTEM (P.148, 163, 187) DIGITAL CLOCK (P.153, 171, 193)


HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.122) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.129)


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Indicator Lights


ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR


(P.64)


TCS ACTIVATION INDICATOR


(P.64)


LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR


(P.62, 379)


CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR


(P.67)


CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR


(P.62, 380)


HIGH BEAM INDICATOR


(P.67)


CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR


(P.67)


TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (TCS) INDICATOR


(P.64)


IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR(P.65)


MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR


(P.71)


DOOR AND TRUNK (P.65) OPEN MONITOR SIDE AIRBAG CUTOFF INDICATOR


(P.63)


SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR


(P.63)


SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.66, 213)


LIGHTS ON INDICATOR


(P.66)


SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT


(P.62)


MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.381)


LOW FUEL INDICATOR


(P.66)


PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR *


(P.63)



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Indicator Lights


The instrument panel has many indicators to give you important information about your car.


Seat Belt Reminder Light


This indicator lights when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). It is a reminder to you and your passengers to protect yourselves by fastening the seat belts. A beeper also sounds if you have not fastened your seat belt.


If you do not fasten your seat belt, the beeper will stop after a few seconds but the light stays on until you do. Both the light and the beeper stay off if you fasten your seat belt before turning on the ignition.


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Low Oil Pressure Indicator


The engine can be severely damaged if this light flashes or stays on when the engine is running. For complete information, see page


379


Charging System Indicator


If this light comes on when the engine is running, the battery is not being charged. For complete information, see page


380


Malfunction Indicator Lamp 381


See page


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Indicator Lights


Supplemental Restraint System Indicator


This indicator lights briefly when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If it comes on at any other time, it indicates a potential problem with your front airbags. This light will also alert you to a potential problem with your side airbags, passenger’s side airbag automatic cutoff system, side curtain airbags or automatic seat belt tensioners. For complete information, see page


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U.S.


Canada


Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator This light has two functions:


1.


2.


This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). It is a reminder to check the parking brake. Driving with the parking brake not fully released can damage the brakes and tires.


If the indicator remains lit after you have fully released the parking brake while the engine is running, or if it comes on while driving, it can indicate a problem in the brake system. For complete information, see page


383


Side Airbag Cutoff Indicator


Onlyonmodelsequippedwithside airbags This indicator lights briefly when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). If it comes on at any other time, it indicates that the passenger’s side airbag has automatically shut off. For complete information, see page 53


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Indicator Lights


Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator


This light normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). If this light comes on at any other time, there is a problem in the ABS. If this happens, take the car to your dealer to have it checked. With the light on, your car still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock. For complete information, see page


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Traction Control System (TCS) Indicator


OnallV6models This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If it comes on and stays on with the TCS Activation Indicator, there is a problem with the TCS. For more information on the TCS, see page 258


TCS Activation Indicator


OnallV6models This indicator has three functions: Itcomesonasareminderthatyou 1. have turned off the Traction Control System.


2.


It flashes when the TCS is regulating wheelspin.


3.


Ifitcomesonandstaysonwhen the Traction Control System is on, it indicates that there is a problem in the TCS.


This indicator normally also comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If this lightcomesonandstaysonatany other time, or it does not come on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II), there is a problem with the TCS. Take the car to your dealer to have it checked. See page 258
more information on the TCS.


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Indicator Lights


Immobilizer System Indicator


This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). It will then go off if you have inserted a properly-coded ignition key. If it is not a properly- coded key, the indicator will blink and the engine will not start (see page


83


).


This indicator also blinks several times when you turn the ignition switch from ON (II) to ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0).


Door and Trunk Open Monitor


The appropriate light comes on in this display if the trunk or either door is not closed tightly.


All the lights in the monitor display come on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II).


Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators


The left or right turn signal light blinks when you signal a lane change or turn. If the light does not blink or blinks rapidly, it usually means one of the turn signal bulbs is burned out (see page ). Replace the bulb as soon as possible, since other drivers cannot see that you are signaling.


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Indicator Lights


Lights On Indicator


Low Fuel Indicator


Security System Indicator


or


This indicator reminds you that the exterior lights are on. It comes on when the light switch is in either the position. If you turn the


ignition switch to ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) without turning off the light switch, this indicator will remain on. A reminder chime will also sound when you open the driver’s door.


SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR


LOW FUEL INDICATOR


This indicator is located in the fuel gauge. It comes on as a reminder that you must refuel soon.


This indicator lights when the security system is set. See page 213
security system.


for complete information on the


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‘‘Daytime Running Lights’’ Indicator


Canadianmodelsonly This indicator lights when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II) with the headlight switch off and the parking brake set. It should go off if youturnontheheadlightsorrelease the parking brake. If it comes on at any other time, it means there is a problem with the DRL. There may also be a problem with the high beam headlights.


High Beam Indicator


This light comes on with the high beam headlights. See page for information on the headlight controls.


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On Canadian models, this indicator comes on with reduced brightness when the Daytime Running Lights (DRL) are on (see page


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).


Indicator Lights


Cruise Main Indicator


Washer Level Indicator


This indicator comes on when you turn on the Cruise Control System by pressing the Master Button. (see page


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.)


Cruise Control Indicator


This lights when you set the cruise control. See page on operating the cruise control.


for information


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Canadianmodelsonly This light comes on when the washer fluid level is low. Add washer fluid when you see this light come on (see page


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Gauges


The gauges illuminate when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II).


Speedometer U.S.Models This shows your speed in miles per hour (mph). The smaller inner numbers are the speed in kilometers per hour (km/h).


CanadianModels This shows your speed in kilometers per hour (km/h). The smaller inner numbers are the speed in miles per hour (mph).


Tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). To protect the engine from damage, never drive with the tachometer needle in the red zone.


TACHOMETER


SPEEDOMETER


FUEL GAUGE


MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR


TRIP METER


TEMPERATURE GAUGE


ODOMETER/OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR


SELECT/RESET KNOB


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Odometer The odometer shows the total dis- tance your car has been driven. It measures miles in U.S. models and kilometers in Canadian models. It is illegal under U.S. federal law and Canadian provincial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to change the number of miles or kilometers indicated.


The odometer and the outside temperature indicator use the same display. To switch the display between the odometer and the outside temperature, press the Select/Reset knob. When you turn the ignition switch to ON (II), what you last selected is displayed.


Outside Temperature Indicator On4-cylinderEXmodelwithleather interiorand6-cylinderEXmodel This indicator displays the outside temperature in Fahrenheit in U.S. models, and in Centigrade in Canadian models. To see the outside temperature, press and release the Select/Reset knob until the temperature is displayed.


The temperature sensor is located in the front bumper. Therefore, the temperature reading can be affected by heat reflection from the road sur- face, engine heat, and the exhaust from surrounding traffic. This can cause an incorrect temperature read- ing when your speed is under 19 mph (30 km/h).


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In certain weather conditions, temperature readings near freezing (32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice is forming on the road surface.


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Trip Meter This meter shows the number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) driven since you last reset it.


There are two trip meters: Trip A and Trip B. Switch between these displays and the odometer/outside temperature display by pressing the Select/Reset knob repeatedly. Each trip meter works independently, so you can keep track of two different distances.


When you turn the ignition switch to ON (II), what you last selected 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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Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the engine’s coolant. During normal operation, the pointer should rise from the bottom white mark to about the middle of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving, the pointer may rise into the upper half of the gauge. If it reaches the red (Hot) mark, pull safely to the side of the road. Turn to page for instructions and precautions on checking the engine’s cooling system.


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Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you have. It is most accurate when the car is on level ground. It may show slightly more or less than the actual amount when you are driving on curvy or hilly roads.


The needle returns to the bottom after you turn off the ignition. The gauge shows the fuel level reading immediately after you turn the ignition switch back ON (II).


Avoid driving with an extremely low f uel level. Running out of f uel could cause the engine to misf ire, damaging the catalytic converter.


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4-cylindermodels For the first 8,000 miles (12,800 km) after the Maintenance Required Indicator is reset, it will come on for two seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II).


6-cylindermodels For the first 6,000 miles (9,600 km) after the Maintenance Required Indicator is reset, it will come on for two seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II).


Between 8,000 miles (12,800 km) and 10,000 miles (16,000 km) this indicator will light for two seconds when you first turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and then flash for ten seconds.


Between 6,000 miles (9,600 km) and 7,500 miles (12,000 km) this indicator will light for two seconds when you first turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and then flash for ten seconds.


If you exceed 10,000 miles (16,000
km) without having the scheduled maintenance performed, this indicator will remain on as a constant reminder.


If you exceed 7,500 miles (12,000
km) without having the scheduled maintenance performed, this indicator will remain on as a constant reminder.


Maintenance Required Indicator


MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR


This indicator reminds you that it is time to take your car in for scheduled maintenance per the Normal Conditions maintenance schedule. The indicator light does not reflect severe maintenance intervals.


Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for Normal Driving Conditions on page 284


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(6-cylinder models).


(4-cylinder models) or page


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Your dealer will reset this indicator after completing the scheduled maintenance. If this maintenance is done by someone other than your Honda dealer, reset the indicator as follows.


SELECT/RESET KNOB


1.


Turn off the engine.


2.


3.


Press and hold the Select/Reset knob in the instrument panel, then turn the ignition switch ON (II).


Hold the knob for approximately ten seconds until the indicator resets.


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The two levers on the steering column contain controls for driving features you use most often. The left lever controls the turn signals, headlights, and high beams. The right lever controls the windshield washers and wipers.


The controls under the left air vent are for the moonroof and the Traction Control System.


The steering wheel adjustment lever on the underside of the steering column allows you to tilt and telescope the steering wheel.


Controls Near the Steering Wheel


INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.76)


HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS (P.74/77)


HORN *


WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.77, 79)


REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS (P.211)


MOONROOF SWITCH (P.108)


HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS (P.79)


REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P.79)



To use the horn, press the pad around the ‘‘H’’ logo.


TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM ON/OFF SWITCH (P.259)


TILT/TELESCOPIC ADJUSTMENT (P.80)


CRUISE CONTROLS (P.214)


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Headlights


If you leave the lights on with the ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0), you will hear a reminder chime when you open the driver’s door.


When the light switch is in either of these positions, the Lights On indicator comes on as a reminder.


The rotating switch on the left lever controls the lights. Turning this switch to the ‘‘ ’’ position turns on the parking lights, taillights, and rear license plate lights. Turning the switch to the ‘‘ ’’ position turns on the headlights.


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To change from low beams to high beams, push the turn signal lever forward until you hear a click. The blue high beam indicator will light (see page ). To return to low beams, pull the turn signal lever back.


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Automatic Lighting Off Feature The Automatic Lighting Off feature turns off the headlights, parking lights, taillights and license plate lights within 15 seconds of removing the key from the ignition switch and closing the driver’s door.


The lights will turn on again when you unlock or open the driver’s door. If you unlock the door, but do not open it within 15 seconds, the lights will go off. With the driver’s door open, you will hear a lights-on reminder chime.


This feature activates if you leave the headlight switch in the ‘‘ or ‘‘ open, then close the driver’s door.


’’ ’’ position, remove the key,


If you remove the key from the ignition switch with the headlight switch on, but do not open the door and get out, the lights will turn off after ten minutes.


To flash the high beams, pull the turn signal lever back lightly, then release it. The high beams will come on and go off.


The high beams will stay on for as long as you hold the lever back, no matter what position the headlight switch is in.


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Daytime Running Lights (Canadian Models) With the headlight switch off, the high beam headlights and the high beam indicator come on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II) and release the parking brake. They remain on until you turn the ignition off, even if you set the parking brake.


The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn them on with the switch.


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Instrument Panel Brightness


SELECT/RESET KNOB The Select/Reset knob on the instrument panel controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights. Turn the knob to adjust the brightness.


The instrument panel will illuminate 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 ON (II).


If you do not insert the key in the ignition switch after opening the driver’s door, the illumination turns off in about 30 seconds after closing that door.


If you insert the key but do not turn the ignition switch to ON (II), the illumination turns off in about 10
seconds.


To reduce glare at night, the instru- ment panel illumination dims when or you turn the light switch to


. Turning the Select/Reset


knob fully to the right until you hear a click will cancel the reduced bright- ness.


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Turn Signals


To signal a lane change, push lightly on the turn signal lever in the proper direction and hold it. The lever will return to the center position as soon as you release it.


Windshield Wipers


TURN SIGNAL LEVER


Signal a turn or lane change with this lever. Push down on the lever to signal a left turn, and up to signal a right turn. If you push it up or down all the way, the turn signal continues to blink even when you release the lever. It shuts off automatically as you complete the turn.


This lever controls the windshield wipers and washers. It has five positions:


MIST: mist OFF: off INT: intermittent LO: low speed HI: high speed


To select a position, push the lever up or down.


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In intermittent, the wipers operate every few seconds. The sweep interval will change slightly with speed; getting shorter as you drive faster. While the car is stopped and in gear, the wipers sweep the windshield whenever you remove your foot from the brake pedal. In low speed and high speed, the wipers run continuously.


You can vary how often the wipers sweep the windshield by turning the INT TIME ring on the lever.


If you turn the INT TIME ring to the shortest delay, the wipers will change from intermittent to low speed operation when vehicle speed exceeds 12 mph (20 km/h).


To operate the wipers in mist mode, push the control lever up from the OFF position. The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever. This gives you a quick way to clear the windshield.


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Windshield Washers


Hazard Warning


Rear Window Defogger


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To clean the windshield, pull back on the wiper control lever. The washers spray until you release the lever. The wipers run at low speed while you’re pulling the lever, then complete one more sweep of the windshield after you release it.


Push the button between the center vents to turn on the hazard warning lights (four-way flashers). This causes all four outside turn signals and both turn indicators in the instrument panel to flash. Use the hazard warning lights if you need to park in a dangerous area near heavy traffic, or if your car is disabled.


Manual A/C type shown


The rear window defogger will clear fog, frost, and thin ice from the window. Push the defogger button to turn it on and off. The light above/in the button lights to show the defogger is on. It also shuts off when you turn off the ignition. You have to turn it on again when you restart the car.


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Steering Wheel Adjustment See page for important safety informationabouthowtoproperly positionthesteeringwheel.


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Make any steering wheel adjustment before you start driving.


Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose control of the car and be seriously injured in a crash.


Adjust the steering wheel only when the car is stopped.


Auto A/C type shown


Cars with navigation system


Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive.


The defogger and antenna wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. When cleaning the glass, always wipe side to side.


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3.


Move the steering wheel up or down, and in or out to the desired position, making sure the wheel points toward your chest, not toward your face. Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and the indicator lights.


4.


Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in that position.


5.


Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up, down, in, and out.


To adjust the steering wheel:

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