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until it reaches the correct outside temperature. This may take several minutes.


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.’’ Both trip meters will reset if the vehicle’s battery goes dead or is disconnected.


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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. See page instructions and precautions on checking the engine’s cooling system.


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Gauges


Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you have. It may show slightly more or less than the actual amount. The needle returns to the bottom after you turn off the ignition.


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.


Check Fuel Cap Indicator If your fuel fill cap is loose or missing, a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message appears as text in the odometer/outside temperature display after you start the engine. The message appears from CHECK to FUEL, then to CAP repeatedly.


Turn the engine off and confirm the fuel fill cap is installed. If it is, loosen the cap, then retighten it at least 3
clicks. When you restart the engine, the message appears again. To clear, press and hold the Select/Reset knob until the message is replaced by the odometer/outside temperature display.


If the system still detects a loose or missing fuel fill cap, the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) comes on. Turn the engine off and check or retighten the fuel fill cap at least 3
clicks. The MIL goes out after 3 days of normal driving once the cap is tightened or replaced. If it does not go out, have your dealer inspect the vehicle. For more information, see page


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Controls Near the Steering Wheel


HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS (P.68)


HORN *


INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS


(P.70)


WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.67)


PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.28)


REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS (P.148)


MOONROOF SWITCH (P.92)


TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM ON/OFF SWITCH (P.188)


TILT/TELESCOPIC ADJUSTMENT (P.72)


CRUISE CONTROLS (P.152)


EX-V6 model without navigation system is shown.


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


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HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.70)


AUDIO SYSTEM (P.116)


REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P.71)


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Windshield Wipers and Washers


Windshield Wipers


MIST



The wipers run at high


speed until you release the lever.


OFF



The wipers are not activated.


INT



The length of the wiper


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


1. 2. 3. 4. 5.


MIST OFF INT LO Low speed HI High speed Windshield Washers


Intermittent


− − −


Push the right lever up or down to select a position.


Vary the delay by turning the INT TIME ring.


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


While the vehicle is stopped and in gear, the wipers sweep the windshield whenever you remove your foot from the brake pedal.


LO



The wipers run at low speed.


HI



The wipers run at high speed.



Windshield Washers Pull the wiper control lever toward you and hold it. The washers spray until you release the lever. The wipers run at low speed, then complete one more sweep after you release the lever.


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Turn Signal and Headlights



Push down on the


Turn Signal left lever to signal a left turn and up to signal a right turn. To signal a lane change, push lightly on the lever and hold it. The lever will return to center when you release it or complete a turn.



Headlights On Turning the switch to the ‘‘ ’’ position turns on the parking lights, taillights, side- marker lights, and rear license plate lights.


Turning the switch to the ‘‘ ’’ position turns on the headlights. If you leave the lights on with the key removed from the ignition switch, you will hear a reminder chime when you open the driver’s door.


’’ or the ‘‘


When the light switch is in the ‘‘ Lights On indicator comes on as a reminder. This indicator stays on if you leave the light switch on and


’’ position, the


1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.


Turn signal Off Parking and indicator lights Headlights on High beams Flashhighbeams


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turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position.



Push the lever


High Beams forward until you hear a click to turn on the high beams. The blue high beam indicator will come on (see page ). Pull the lever back to return to the low beams.


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To flash the high beams, pull the lever back lightly, then release it. The high beams will stay on as long as you hold the lever back.


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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.


Automatic Lighting Off Feature This 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.


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


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 10 minutes.


Headlights


Daytime Running Lights Canadianmodelsonly 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 switch 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, Hazard Warning Button


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


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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.


Hazard Warning Button


U.S. model is shown


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 vehicle is disabled.


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Rear Window Defogger


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 indicator above/in the button comes on to show the defogger is on. It also shuts off when you turn off the ignition switch. You have to turn the defogger on again when you restart the vehicle.


Auto A/C type shown Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive.


Vehicles with navigation system 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 so it points toward your chest, not toward your face. Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and indicators.


4.


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


5.


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


1.


Insert the key in the ignition switch, and unlock the steering column.


2.


Push the lever under the steering column all the way down.


Steering Wheel Adjustment


Make any steering wheel adjustment before you start driving.


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


Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped.


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KEY NUMBER TAG


MASTER KEY WITH REMOTE TRANSMITTER


VALET KEY (LIGHT GREY)


You should have received a key number tag with your keys. You will need this key number if you ever have to get a lost key replaced. Use only Honda-approved key blanks.


These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the immobilizer system. They will not work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged.


Keys and Locks


The master key fits all the locks on your vehicle. The valet key works only in the ignition and the driver’s door lock. You can keep the trunk release handle, rear seat trunk access, and glove box locked when you leave your vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility.


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


Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.


Keep the keys away from liquids. If they get wet, dry them immediately with a soft cloth.


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Immobilizer System


The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from theft. If an improperly-coded key (or other device) is used, the engine’s fuel system is disabled.


When you turn the ignition switch to ON (II), the immobilizer system indicator should come on for a few seconds, then go out. If the indicator starts to blink, it means the system does not recognize the coding of the key. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), remove the key, reinsert it, and turn the switch to ON (II) again.


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The system may not recognize your key’s coding if another immobilizer key or other metal object (i.e. key fob) is near the ignition switch when you insert the key.


If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of your key, contact your dealer.


AsrequiredbytheFCC: ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15ofthe FCCrules.Operationissubjecttothe followingtwoconditions:(1)Thisdevice maynotcauseharmfulinterference,and (2)thisdevicemustacceptany interferencereceived,including interferencethatmaycauseundesired operation.


Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it. Electrical problems could result that may make your vehicle undriveable.


Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser’s authoritytooperatetheequipment.


If you have lost your key and cannot start your engine, contact your dealer.


ThisdevicecomplieswithIndustry CanadaStandardRSS-210. Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwo conditions:(1)thisdevicemaynotcause interference,and(2)thisdevicemust acceptanyinterferencethatmaycause undesiredoperationofthedevice.


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If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may make it difficult to turn the key. Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or right as you turn the key.



You can


ACCESSORY (I) operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in this position.


The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY (I), ON (II), and START (III).



You can insert or


LOCK (0) remove the key only in this position. To turn the key, push it in slightly. If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must also be in park.



This is the normal key


ON (II) position when driving. Several of the indicators on the instrument panel come on as a test when you turn the ignition switch from ACCESSORY (I) to ON (II).



Use this position


START (III) only to start the engine. The switch returns to ON (II) when you let go of the key.


Ignition Switch


You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key in the ignition switch in the LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I) position and open the driver’s door. Remove the key to turn off the beeper.


If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be in Park before you can remove the key from the ignition switch.


Removing the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering. This can cause you to lose control.


Remove the key from the ignition switch only when parked.


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Power Door Locks


MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH


LOCK TAB


To lock the doors, push the top of the master door lock switch on either door, press the lock tab down on the driver’s door, or use the key on the outside lock on the driver’s door.


Pushing the bottom of either master door lock switch will unlock both doors.


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The lock tab on the passenger’s door locks and unlocks only that door. Pulling up on the driver’s door lock tab only unlocks the driver’s door.


To unlock only the driver’s door from the outside, turn the key and release it. If you turn it again, both doors unlock.


Youcanopenorclosethewindows by using the key in the driver’s door (see page


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).


To lock the passenger’s door when getting out of the vehicle, push the lock tab down and close the door. To lock the driver’s door, remove the key from the ignition switch and push the lock tab down or push the top of the master switch, then close the door.


LockoutPrevention With the driver’s door open and the key in the ignition, both master door lock switches are disabled. They are not disabled if the driver’s door is closed. Pushing the top of the switch on the open passenger’s door will lock both doors.


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Remote Transmitter


LED


UNLOCK BUTTON


PANIC BUTTON


LOCK BUTTON


TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON



Press this button once to


LOCK lock both doors. Some exterior lights will flash once. When you push LOCK twice within 5 seconds, you will hear a beep to verify that the doors are locked and (if equipped) that the security system has set. You cannot lock the doors if either door is not fully closed or the key is in the ignition switch.



Press this button once


UNLOCK to unlock the driver’s door. Push it twice to unlock the passenger’s door. Some exterior lights will flash twice each time you push the button.


The ceiling light (if the ceiling light switch is in the center position) and the spotlights (if the switch is in the Door position) will come on when you press the UNLOCK button. If you do not open either door within 30 seconds, the lights fade out. If you relock the doors with the remote transmitter before 30 seconds have elapsed, the lights will go off immediately.


If you do not open either door within 30 seconds, the doors automatically relock, and the security system sets (except for 4-cylinder LX model). You cannot unlock it if the key is in the ignition switch.


You can also open both power windows from outside the vehicle with the remote transmitter (see page


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).


TRUNK RELEASE Press this button for about 1 second to open the trunk. You cannot open the trunk if the key is in the ignition switch.




Press this button for


PANIC about 2 seconds to attract attention: the horn will sound and the exterior lights will flash for about 30 seconds. To cancel panic mode, press any other button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to ON (II).


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Remote Transmitter


RemoteTransmitterCare


Avoid dropping or throwing the transmitter.


Protect the transmitter from extreme temperature.


Do not immerse the transmitter in any liquid.


If you lose a transmitter, the replacement needs to be reprogrammed by your dealer.


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Replacing the Transmitter Battery


BATTERY


SCREW


TAB


If it takes several pushes on the button to lock or unlock the doors, replace the battery as soon as possible. Battery type: CR1616


2.


3.


To replace the battery:


1.


Remove the screw at the base of the transmitter with a small Phillips-head screwdriver.


Separate the transmitter by prying its middle seam with your fingernail.


Inside the transmitter, separate the inner cover from the keypad by releasing the two tabs on the cover.


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Remote Transmitter


4.


Remove the old battery from the back of the inner cover, and insert a new battery into the back of the cover with the


side facing down.



5.


Install the parts in reverse order.


AsrequiredbytheFCC: ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15ofthe FCCrules.Operationissubjecttothe followingtwoconditions:(1)Thisdevice maynotcauseharmfulinterference,and (2)thisdevicemustacceptany interferencereceived,including interferencethatmaycauseundesired operation.


Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser’s authoritytooperatetheequipment.


ThisdevicecomplieswithIndustry CanadaStandardRSS-210. Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwo conditions:(1)thisdevicemaynotcause interference,and(2)thisdevicemust acceptanyinterferencethatmaycause undesiredoperationofthedevice.


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Trunk


Pull


Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the lid, and to prevent exhaust gas from Carbon getting into the interior. See Monoxide Hazard on page 49


Emergency Trunk Opener


TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE


You can open the trunk in two ways:


Pull the trunk release handle to the left of the driver’s seat.


MASTER KEY


Press and hold the trunk release button on the remote transmitter.


To close the trunk, press down on the trunk lid.


To protect items in the trunk when you need to give the key to someone else: 1.


Lock the trunk release handle with the master key.


2.


Give the person the valet key.


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 to the left.


Parents should decide if their children should be shown how to use this feature. For more information about child safety, see page


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Manual Seat Adjustments Seepages forimportantsafety informationandwarningsabouthowto properlypositiontheseatsandseat- backs. Make all seat adjustments before you start driving.


All V6 models and the 4-cylinder EX with Leather models have a power adjustable driver’s seat.


The 4-cylinder EX model has a power seat bottom height adjustment. All other driver’s seat adjustmentsinthismodelare manual.


The 4-cylinder LX model has manual driver’s seat adjustments (see next column).


The front passenger’s seat in all models adjusts manually.


Seats


To change the seat-back angle of the front seat, pull up on the lever on the outside of the seat bottom.


To adjust the seat forward and backward, pull up on the bar under the seat cushion’s front edge. Move the seat to the desired position and releasethebar.Trytomovetheseat to make sure it is locked in position.


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Seats


Driver’s Seat Manual Height Adjustment


Make sure to pull the lever upward or downward to its full range.


Driver’s Seat Power Height Adjustment


On4-cylinderLXmodel The height of your driver’s seat is adjustable. To raise the seat bottom, repeatedly pull up the lever on the outside of the seat cushion. To lower the seat, push the lever down repeatedly.


Make all seat adjustments before you start driving.


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On4-cylinderEXmodel The height of your driver’s seat is power adjustable. Pull up on the switch to raise the seat. Push it down to lower the seat.


Make all seat adjustments before you start driving.


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Power Seat Adjustments OnallV6models,andthe4-cylinderEX withLeathermodel See pages for important safety 11 13
informationandwarningsabouthowto properlypositiontheseatsandseat- backs.



The controls for the adjustable driver’s power seat are on the outside edge of the seat bottom. You can adjust the power seat with the ignition switch in any position. Make all seat adjustments before you start driving.


Moving the long horizontal switch adjusts the seat bottom in several directions. The seat bottom adjusts in the direction you move the switch. The short vertical switch adjusts the seat-back angle.


Moves the seat forward and backward.


Moves the front of the seat up or down and the rear of the seat up or down.


Seats


Raises or lowers the seat.


Adjusts the seat- back angle forward or backward.


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Seats


Driver’s Lumbar Support


Armrest


Rear Seat Access Driver’sSide


OnallEXandEX-V6models To change the lumbar support, move the lever on the right side of the seat-back forward or backward. Keep moving the lever forward or backward until you find a suitable position.


To use the console lid as an armrest, slide it to the desired position.


Make sure the passenger’s hands or fingers are away from the armrest before moving it.


RELEASE LEVER


OnallV6modelsand4-cylinderEXwith Leathermodel To get into the rear seat on the driver’s side, open the door and pull the release lever up on the side of the seat-back. The seat-back will tilt forward to allow easier entry to the rear seat.


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To avoid damaging the seat-back angle adjustment motor, do not operate the seat-back angle switch when the seat- back is tilted f orward.


Passenger’sSide


RELEASE LEVER


To get into the rear seat on the passenger’s side, push downward on the release lever at the base of the seat-back. The seat-back will tilt forward and the entire seat will move forward to allow easier entry to the rear seat.


SEAT-BACK ADJUSTMENT LEVER


OnLXandEXmodels To get into the rear seat on the driver’s side, open the door and pull up on the seat-back adjustment lever. The seat-back will tilt forward to allow easier entry to the rear seat.


Seats


After a passenger gets into the back seat, push the seat-back to the upright position and push the whole seat backwards until it latches. Make sure the seat is fully latched before sitting in it.


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Seats


Head Restraints See page for important safety informationandawarningabouthowto properlypositiontheheadrestraints.


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Your vehicle has adjustable head restraints on the front seats. They are also on the outside positions of the rear seat.


The head restraints help protect you and your passengers from whiplash and other injuries.


They are most effective when you adjust them so the back of the occupant’s head rests against the center of the restraint.


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FRONT


REAR


RELEASE BUTTON


The head restraints adjust for height. You need both hands to adjust the 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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Folding Rear Seat


MASTER KEY


The left and right halves of the rear seat can be folded separately from inside the vehicle or inside the trunk. To fold down the seat-back from inside the vehicle, insert the master key in the lock on the rear shelf. To fold down the driver’s side, turn the key clockwise, pull down the top of the seat-back, then release the key. To fold down the passenger’s side, turn the key counterclockwise and perform the same procedure.


GUIDE


CENTER SHOULDER BELT When storing cargo, you can move the rear center shoulder belt out of the way by removing the belt from the guide.


Seats


To release the seat-back from inside the trunk, pull the release under the trunk panel. Push the seat-back down, then let go of the release.


Pull


To lock the seat-back upright, push it firmly against the trunk panel. Make sure it is latched in place by pulling on the top of the seat.


Do not put any heavy items on the seat-back when it is folded.


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Seats, Seat Heaters


Make sure all rear shoulder belts are positioned in front of the rear seat- back whenever the seat-back is in its upright position.


Seat Heaters


Make sure all items in the trunk, or items extending through the opening into the back seat, are secured. Looseitemscanflyforwardand cause injury if you have to brake hard. See 169


Carrying Cargo


on page


Never drive with the seat-back folded down and the trunk lid open. See on page


Carbon Monoxide Hazard 49


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SEAT HEATER SWITCH


OnEX-V6modelandEXwithLeather model Both front seats are equipped with seat heaters. The passenger seat only has heaters in the seat bottom because of side airbag system. The ignition switch must be in the ON (II) position to use the heaters.


Push the front of the switch, HI, to rapidly heat up the seat. After the seat reaches a comfortable


temperature, select LO by pushing the back of the switch. This will keep the seat warm.


In HI, the heater turns off when the seat gets warm, and turns back on after the seat’s temperature drops.


In LO, the heater runs continuously. It does not cycle with temperature changes.


Follow these precautions whenever you use the seat heaters:


Use the HI setting only to heat the seats quickly, because it draws large amounts of current from the battery.


If the engine is left idling for an extended period, do not use the seat heaters, even on the LO setting. It can weaken the battery, causing hard starting.


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Closing a power window on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury.


Make sure your passengers are away from the windows before closing them.


The driver’s armrest has a master power window control panel. To open the passenger’s window, push down on the switch and hold it down until the window reaches the desired position. To close the window, pull back on the window switch. Release the switch when the window gets to the position you want.


MAIN SWITCH


DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) to raise or lower either window. To open the window, push the switch down and hold it. Release the switch when you want the window to stop. Pull back on the switch and hold it to close the window.


The windows will operate for up to 10 minutes after you turn off the ignition switch. Opening either door cancels this function.


Power Windows



AUTO To open the driver’s window fully, push the window switch firmly down, then release it. The window automatically goes down all the way. To stop the window from going all the way down, pull back on the window switch briefly.


To close the driver’s window fully, pull back the window switch firmly, then release it. The window automatically goes all the way up. To stop the window from going all the way up, push down on the window switch briefly.


To open or close the driver’s window partially, push down or pull back on the window switch lightly and hold it. The window will stop when you release the switch.


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Power Windows


When you push the MAIN switch in, the switch is OFF, and the passenger’s window cannot be raised or lowered. To cancel this feature, push on the switch again to get it to pop out. Keep the MAIN switch off when you have children in the vehicle so they do not injure themselves by operating the window unintentionally.



AUTO REVERSE If the driver’s window runs into any obstacle while it is closing automatically, it will reverse direction and then stop. To close the window, remove the obstacle, then use the window switch again.


Auto reverse stops sensing when the window is almost closed. You should always check that all passengers and objects are away from the window before closing it.


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If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the driver’s window fuse is removed, the AUTO function will be disabled. The power window system needs to be reset after reconnecting the battery or installing the fuse.


Opening the Windows with the Remote Transmitter You can open both windows from the outside with the remote transmitter.


1.


Press the UNLOCK button once to unlock the driver’s door.


1.


2.


Start the engine. Push down and hold the driver’s window switch until the window is fully open.


Pull and hold the driver’s window switch to close the window completely, then hold the switch for a second or two more.


If the power windows do not operate properly after resetting, have your vehicle checked by your dealer.


2.


Press the UNLOCK button a second time, and hold it. The passenger’s door unlocks, and both windows start to open. To stop the windows, release the button.


3.


To open the windows further, press the button again.


You cannot close the windows with the remote transmitter.


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UNLOCK BUTTON


Open


Close


Opening/Closing the Windows with the Key You can open and close the windows with the key in the driver’s door lock.


To open: 1.


Insert the key in the driver’s door lock.


2.


Turn the key clockwise, then release it.


3.


Turn the key clockwise again, and hold it. Both windows start to open. To stop the windows, release the key.


4.


To open the windows further, turn and hold the key again (within 10 seconds).


NOTE: If the window stops before the desired position, repeat steps 2
and 3.


To close: 1.


Insert the key in the driver’s door lock.


2.


Turn the key counterclockwise, then release it.


3.


Turn the key counterclockwise again, and hold it. Both windows start to close. To stop the windows, release the key.


Power Windows


4.


To close the windows further, turn and hold the key again (within 10 seconds).


NOTE: If the window stops before the desired position, repeat steps 2
and 3.


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Moonroof


To tilt up the back of the moonroof, press and hold the center button ). To close the moonroof, press and hold the upper part of the switch ( moonroof, press and hold the lower part of the switch (


). To open the


).


MOONROOF SWITCH


OnallEXandEX-V6models The moonroof can be tilted up in the back for ventilation, or it can be slid back into the roof. Use the switch under the left dashboard vent to operate the moonroof. You must turn the ignition switch to ON (II) for the moonroof to operate.


Opening or closing the moonroof on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury.


Make sure all hands and fingers are clear of the moonroof before opening or closing it.


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The moonroof has a key-off delay. You can still open and close the moonroof for up to 10 minutes after you turn off the ignition switch. The key-off delay cancels as soon as you open either door.


If you try to open the moonroof in below-f reezing temperatures, or when it is covered with snow or ice, you can damage the moonroof panel or motor.


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Adjusting the Power Mirrors


ADJUSTMENT KNOB


TAB


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


The inside mirror has day and night positions. The night position reduces glare from headlights behind you. Flip the tab on the bottom edge of the mirror to select the day or night position.


1.


Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).


2.


Turn the adjustment knob to L (driver’s side) or R (passenger’s side).


Mirrors


3.


4.


Push or pull the adjustment knob right, left, up, or down to move the mirror.


When you finish, turn the adjustment knob to the center (off) position. This turns off the adjustment knob to keep your settings.


CONTINUED


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Mirrors, Parking Brake


HEATED MIRROR BUTTON


Parking Brake


Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axle.


OnallCanadianmodels 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.


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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 with the engine running (see page ).


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If you drive without fully releasing the parking brake, the beeper sounds continuously.


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Interior Convenience Items


COAT HOOK


CONSOLE COMPARTMENT


BEVERAGE HOLDER


SUN VISOR


BEVERAGE HOLDER


SUNGLASSES HOLDER


VANITY MIRROR


CENTER POCKET


GLOVE BOX


COIN POCKET


ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET


BEVERAGE HOLDERS


ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET


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Interior Convenience Items


Glove Box


Beverage Holders


An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt.


Always keep the glove box closed while driving.


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.


The glove box light comes on only when the parking lights are on.


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Be careful when you are using the beverage holders. A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers. Liquid can also spill from the door pocket beverage holders when you open or close the doors. Use only resealable containers in the door pockets.


Spilled liquids can damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in the interior.


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Interior Convenience Items


Console Compartment


Center CD Pocket


RIGHT LEVER


LEFT LEVER


Push


CONSOLE COMPARTMENT


To open the console compartment, pull up on the right lever and lift the armrest.


To close, lower the armrest, and push it down until it latches.


You can put small items in the tray located in the console compartment lid. To use the tray, pull up on the left lever and lift up the armrest.


The tray in the console compartment has a coin holder.


OnU.S.vehicleswithoutnavigation systemandallCanadianmodels To open the center CD pocket, push down on the center of the lid to unlatch it. It will swing open automatically. To close it, push the lid down until it latches. This pocket can store up to 12 CDs.


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Interior Convenience Items


Coin Pocket


Vanity Mirror


Sun Visor To use the sun visor, pull it down. When using the sun visor for the side window, remove the support rod from the clip, and swing it out.


SUN VISOR


Pull up the vanity mirror cover to use it. The lights beside the mirror come on when you pull up the cover.


To open the coin pocket, push the top of the lid. To close it, push the lid down until it latches. The compartment cannot be used as an ashtray.


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In this position, the sun visor can be adjusted by moving it on its slider. Do not use the sun visor extension over the inside mirror.


Make sure you put the sun visor back in place when you are getting into or out of the vehicle.


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Coat Hook


Sunglasses Holder


COAT HOOK


To use a coat hook, pull it down. Close it with a firm push.


Make sure the coat hook is closed when you are not using it. This hook is not designed for large or heavy items.


To open the sunglasses holder, push on the front edge. Make sure the holder is closed while you are driving. Some larger styles of sunglasses may not fit in the holder.


You may also store small items in this holder. Make sure they are small enough to let the holder close and latch, and that they are not heavy enough to cause the holder to pop open while driving.


Interior Convenience Items


Accessory Power Sockets These sockets are intended to supply power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less (10
amps).


To use an accessory power socket, the ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II).


None of the sockets will power an automotive type cigarette lighter element. When more than one socket is being used, the combined power rating of the accessories should be 120 watts or less (10 amps).


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After both doors are closed tightly, the light dims slightly, then fades out in about 30 seconds.


The ceiling light (with the switch in the center position) comes on when 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.


If you leave either door open without the key in the ignition switch, the ceiling light will go off after 3
minutes.


Spotlights


LX and LX-V6 models


Turn on a spotlight by pushing the lens. Push the lens again to turn it off. You can use the spotlights at all times.


Interior Lights


Ceiling Light


DOOR ACTIVATED


ON


OFF


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 doors with the key or remote transmitter.


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OnEXandEX-V6models The spotlights have a two-position switch. In the DOOR position, the lights come on when you open either door. In the OFF position, the lights do not come on.


DOOR ACTIVATED


OFF


EX and EX-V6 models


The spotlights (with the switch in the DOOR position) also come on when you unlock the door with the key or the remote transmitter, and when you remove the key from the ignition switch.


Interior Lights


Courtesy Lights


IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT


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