(after about 5 seconds).
ToprogramtheParkLockmode: Locksbothdoorswhentheshiftleveris movedoutofthePark(P)position(A/T vehiclesonly).
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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ToprogramtheDriveLockmode: Locksbothdoorswhenthevehicle’s speedreachesabout9mph(15km/h).
3.
Push and hold the front of the
master door lock switch on the
driver’s door. You will hear a click.
Keep holding the switch until you
hear another click (after about 5
seconds).
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).
2.
3.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and make sure to close the driver’s door.
OnA/Tvehicles, brake pedal, and move the shift lever out of the Park (P) position.
push and hold the
Door Locks
4.
Push and hold the front of the
master door lock switch on the
driver’s door. You will hear a click.
Keep holding the switch until you
hear another click (after about 5
seconds).
5.
Release the switch, and within 5
seconds, turn the ignition switch
to the ACCESSORY (I) position.
move the shift
OnA/Tvehicles,
lever to the Park (P) position.
6.
Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.
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Door Locks
Auto Door Unlocking The auto door unlocking feature has five possible settings:
The auto door unlocking is deactivated all the time.
the driver’s door OnA/Tvehicles, unlocks when you move the shift lever to the Park (P) position. This is the default setting.
Both doors unlock when you move the shift lever to the Park (P) position (A/T vehicles).
The driver’s door unlocks whenever you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position. This is the default setting on M/T vehicles.
Both doors unlock whenever you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position.
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ToturnofftheAutoDoorUnlock modes:
3.
Push and hold the rear of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door. You will hear a click, and after about 5 seconds, you will hear another click.
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).
2.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and open the driver’s door.
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ToprogramtheParkUnlockmode: Unlocksthedriver’sdoororbothdoors whentheshiftleverismovedintothe Park(P)position(A/Tvehiclesonly).
3.
Push and hold the rear of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door. You will hear a click. Continue to hold the switch:
Until you hear another click (after about 5 seconds) to activate driver’sdoorunlock feature.
Or, until you hear two more clicks (after about 10 seconds) to activate feature
bothdoorsunlock
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.
Door Locks
ToprogramtheIgnitionSwitch Unlockmode: Unlocksthedriver’sdoororbothdoors whentheignitionswitchismovedoutof theON(II)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.
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Door Locks
3.
4.
OnA/Tvehicles, brake pedal, then move the shift lever out of the Park (P) position.
push and hold the
Push and hold the rear of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door. You will hear a click. Continue to hold the switch:
5.
Release the switch, and within 5
seconds, turn the ignition switch
to the ACCESSORY (I) position.
move the shift
OnA/Tvehicles,
lever to the Park (P) position.
6.
Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.
Even though your vehicle’s battery is removed or goes dead, the system keeps the auto door lock/unlock setting which you selected.
Until you hear another click (after about 5 seconds) to activate driver’sdoorunlock feature.
Or, until you hear two more clicks (after about 10 seconds) to activate feature
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Remote Transmitter
LED
UNLOCK BUTTON
PANIC BUTTON
LOCK BUTTON
TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON
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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 that the security system (if equipped) 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 and the door
activated spotlights (if equipped)
come on when you press the
UNLOCK button if the lights are in
the door activated position. If you do
not open either door within 30
seconds, the light(s) will fade out. If
you relock the doors with the remote
transmitter before 30 seconds have
elapsed, the light(s) will go off
immediately.
If you do not open either door within 30 seconds, the doors automatically relock and the security system sets.
You can also open both power windows and the moonroof (if equipped) from outside the vehicle with the remote transmitter (see page
106
).
−
Press and hold this
PANIC button for about 2 seconds to attract attention: the horn will sound and the exterior lights will flash for about 30 seconds. To cancel panic mode, press any other button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
−
Press and hold this
TRUNK button for about 1 second to open the trunk. You cannot open the trunk if the key is in the ignition switch.
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RemoteTransmitterCare
Avoid dropping or throwing the transmitter.
Protect the transmitter from extreme temperature.
Do not immerse the transmitter in any liquid.
ReplacingtheTransmitterBattery If it takes several pushes on the button to lock or unlock the doors, replace the battery as soon as possible.
Battery type: CR1616
To replace the battery:
If you lose a transmitter, the replacement needs to be reprogrammed by your dealer.
1.
Remove the screw at the base of the transmitter with a small Phillips-head screwdriver.
NOTE: Be careful when removing this screw as the head of the screw can strip out.
SCREW
2.
Separate the transmitter by prying its middle seam with your fingernail.
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4.
Remove the old battery, and insert a new battery into the back of the cover with the
side facing down.
+
An improperly disposed of battery can hurt the environment. Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal.
5.
Install the parts in reverse order.
BATTERY
TAB
3.
Inside the transmitter, separate the inner cover from the keypad by releasing the two tabs on the cover.
Remote Transmitter
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
To close the trunk, press down on the trunk lid.
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
51
on page
TRUNK RELEASE LEVER
You can open the trunk in two ways:
Pull up on the trunk release lever to the left of the driver’s seat.
Press and hold the trunk release button on the remote transmitter.
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MASTER KEY
To protect items in the trunk when you need to give the key to someone else:
1.
Lock the trunk release lever with the master key.
2.
Give the person the valet key.
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Even if the trunk release lever is locked with the master key, you can open the trunk with the remote transmitter.
Emergency Trunk Opener
Parents should decide if their children should be shown how to use this feature.
Trunk
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.
For more information about child safety, see page
37
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Seats
Driver’s Seat Power Adjustments
ExceptLXandEX
Seepages
11 13
forimportantsafety
informationandwarningsabouthowto
properlypositiontheseatsandseat-
backs.
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The controls for the power adjustable driver’s seat are on the outside edge of the seat bottom. You can adjust the seat with the ignition switch in any position. Make all seat adjustments before you start driving.
The front passenger’s seat adjusts manually.
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Moves the whole seat up and forward, or down and backward. The front of the seat also tilts up or down at the same time.
Adjusts the seat-back angle forward or backward.
Increases or decreases the lumbar support.
Moves the seat forward and backward.
Moves the front of the seat up or down.
Raises or lowers the seat.
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11 13
Front Seat Manual Adjustments Seepages forimportantsafety informationandwarningsabouthowto properlypositiontheseatsandseat- backs.
Make all seat adjustments before you start driving.
To adjust the seat forward or backward, pull up on the bar under the seat cushion’s front edge. Move the seat to the desired position, and release the bar. Try to move the seat to make sure it is locked in position.
To change the seat-back angle, pull up on the lever on the outside of the seat bottom.
Once a seat is adjusted correctly, rock it back and forth to make sure it is locked in position.
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Seats
Driver’s Seat Manual Height Adjustment
Armrest
Rear Seat Access Driver’sSide
To use the console lid as an armrest, slide it to one of its three positions.
RELEASE LEVER
OnallV6modelsand2.4 EX-Lmodel 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.
LXandEXmodels The height of your driver’s seat is adjustable. To raise the seat, 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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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
SEAT-BACK ADJUSTMENT LEVER
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, or pull up on the seat-back adjustment lever. 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
LXandEXmodels 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 rear 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 Seepage forimportantsafety informationandawarningabout improperlypositioningheadrestraints.
13
Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions to help protect you and your passengers from whiplash and other injuries.
They are most effective when you adjust them so the center of the back of the occupant’s head rests against the center of the restraint.
Front
CUSHION
RELEASE BUTTON
LEGS
SEAT-BACK
AdjustingtheHeadRestraint The head restraints adjust for height. You need both hands to adjust a restraint. Do not attempt to adjust it while driving. To raise it, pull upward. To lower the restraint, push the release button sideways, and push the restraint down.
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Rear Center
CUSHION
Failure to reinstall the head restraints can result in severe injury during a crash.
Always replace the head restraints before driving.
RELEASE BUTTON
LEGS
SEAT-BACK
RemovingtheHeadRestraint 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.
Seats
When reinstalling a head restraint, put the legs back in place. Then adjust it to the appropriate height while pressing the release button.
Make sure the head restraint locks in position when you reinstall it.
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Seats
ActiveHeadRestraints
against whiplash and injuries to the neck and upper spine.
For a head restraint system to work properly:
After a collision, the activated restraint should return to its normal position.
Do not hang any items on the head restraints, or from the restraint legs.
If the restraints do not return to their normal position, or in the event of a severe collision, have the vehicle inspected by a Honda dealer.
Do not place any object between an occupant and the seat-back.
Install each restraint in its proper location.
Only use genuine Honda replacement head restraints.
The driver’s and front passenger’s seats have active head restraints. If the vehicle is struck severely from the rear, the occupant properly secured with the seat belt will be pushed against the seat-back and the head restraint will automatically move forward.
This reduces the distance between the restraint and the occupant’s head. It also helps protect the occupants
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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.
Pull
RELEASE
To release the seat-back from inside the trunk, pull the release under the trunk panel. Push the seat-back down from inside the trunk, or pull the seat-back down from inside the vehicle.
CENTER SHOULDER BELT
GUIDE
When storing cargo, you can move the rear center shoulder belt out of the way by removing the belt from the guide.
Seats
Remove any items from the seat before you fold down the seat-back.
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Make sure that the folded seat-back does not press against the front passenger’s seat, as this could cause the weight sensors to work improperly.
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.
Make sure all rear shoulder belts are positioned in front of the rear seat- back, and the center shoulder belt is re-positioned in the guide whenever the seat-back is in its upright position. Be sure there are no twists in any shoulder belt.
Do not put any heavy items on the seat-back when it is folded down.
If the rear head restraints get caught on the front seat backs and you cannot fold down the rear seat-back fully, you can remove the head restraints (see page Make sure the removed head restraints are securely stored.
97
).
Make sure all items in the trunk, or
items extending through the opening
into the back seat, are secured.
Loose items can fly forward and
cause injury if you have to brake
hard. See
261
Carrying Cargo
on page
Never drive with the seat-back folded down and the trunk lid open. See on page
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
51
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Passenger’s Seat
HEATERS
Driver’s Seat
EX-LandallV6models Both front seats are equipped with seat heaters. Because of the sensors for the side airbag cutoff system, there is no heater in the passenger’s seat-back. The ignition switch must be in the ON (II) position to use the heaters.
Push the right side of the switch, HI, to rapidly heat up the seat. After the seat reaches a comfortable temperature, select LO by pushing the left side of the switch. This will keep the seat warm.
In the HI setting, the heater turns off when the seat gets warm, and turns back on after the seat’s temperature drops.
In the LO setting, the heater runs
Seat Heaters
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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Mirrors
Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. Be sure to adjust the mirrors before you start driving.
Adjusting the Power Mirrors
SELECTOR SWITCH
TAB
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.
ADJUSTMENT SWITCH
1.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
2.
Move the selector switch to L (driver’s side) or R (passenger’s side).
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3.
4.
Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to move the mirror right, left, up, or down.
When you finish, move the selector switch to the center (off) position. This turns the adjustment switch off to keep your settings.
Power Mirror Heaters
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/ HEATED MIRRORS BUTTON
V6 model without navigation system is shown.
U.S.EX,EX-LandallV6models AllCanadianmodels 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
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.
DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH
PASSENGER’S WINDOW SWITCH
Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position to raise or lower either window. To open a window, push the switch down and hold it. Release the switch when you want the window to stop. Pull back on the switch and hold it to close the window.
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AUTO To open either window fully (driver’s window only on LX), push the window switch firmly down to the second detent, 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 either window fully (driver’s window only on LX), pull back the window switch firmly to the second detent, 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.
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If either
AUTO REVERSE window (driver’s window only on LX) senses any obstacle while it is closing automatically, it will reverse direction, and then stop. To close the window, remove the obstacle, then use the window switch again.
Auto reverse stops sensing when the window is almost closed. You should always check that all passengers and objects are away from the window before closing it.
Only on the driver’s window, NOTE: the auto reverse function is disabled when you continuously pull up the switch.
When you push the main switch in, the indicator comes on and the passenger’s window cannot be raised or lowered. Use the main switch when you have children in the vehicle so they do not injure themselves by operating the window unintentionally. To cancel this feature, push on the switch again. The switch will pop out and the indicator will go off.
The windows and the main switch
feature will operate for up to 10
minutes after you turn off the
ignition switch. Opening either door
cancels this function.
The indicators inside the window switches come on when the light or control switch is in either
position with the ignition switch in the ON (II) position (driver’s window switch only on LX).
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Power Windows
Opening the Windows and Moonroof with the Remote Transmitter
UNLOCK BUTTON
You can open both windows and the moonroof (if equipped) from the outside with the remote transmitter.
1.
Press the UNLOCK button once to unlock the driver’s door.
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2.
3.
Press the UNLOCK button a second time, and hold it. The passenger’s door unlocks, and both windows and the moonroof start to open. To stop the windows and moonroof, release the button.
To open the windows and
moonroof further, press the
button again (within 10 seconds of
step 1) and hold it. If the windows
and the moonroof stop before the
desired position, repeat steps 1
and 2.
Opening/Closing the Windows and Moonroof with the Key
Open
Close
You cannot close the windows or the moonroof with the remote transmitter.
You can open and close the windows and the moonroof (if equipped) 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.
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Power Windows
3.
Turn the key clockwise again, and hold it. Both windows and the moonroof start to open. To stop the windows and the moonroof, release the key.
4.
To open 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.
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 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
Open
Tilt
Close
Ifequipped The moonroof can be tilted up in the back for ventilation, or it can be slid back into the roof. Use the switch on the front ceiling to operate the moonroof. You must turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position to operate the moonroof.
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To tilt up the moonroof, push on the center of the moonroof switch. To stop the moonroof from tilting up fully, push the switch briefly.
To open the moonroof, pull back on the switch and hold it. Release the switch when the moonroof reaches the desired position. To close the moonroof, push the switch forward and hold it. Release the switch to stop the operation.
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.
− To open the moonroof
AUTO fully, pull back the moonroof switch firmly, then release it. The moonroof automatically opens all the way. To stop the moonroof from opening, push the switch briefly.
To close the moonroof fully, firmly push the moonroof switch forward, then release it. The moonroof automatically closes all the way. To stop the moonroof from closing, push the switch briefly.
To open or close the moonroof partially, lightly pull the switch back or push it forward and hold it. The moonroof will stop when you release the switch.
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Auto Reverse If the moonroof runs into any obstacle while it is closing automatically, it will reverse direction, and then stop. To close the moonroof, remove the obstacle, then use the moonroof switch again.
You can open and close the moonroof for up to 10 minutes after you turn off the ignition switch. Opening either door cancels this function.
Operating the Moonroof with the
Remote Transmitter or the Key
You can use the remote transmitter
or the key to operate the moonroof
from the outside. Refer to page
106
for details.
Auto reverse stops sensing when the moonroof is almost closed. You should always check that all passengers and objects are away from the moonroof before closing it.
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 its motor.
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Parking Brake
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is driven with the parking brake on.
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
COAT HOOK
DOOR POCKET
VANITY MIRROR
BEVERAGE HOLDER
SUNGLASSES HOLDER
SUN VISOR
ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET
CENTER POCKETS
TRUNK
CONSOLE COMPARTMENT
GLOVE BOX
BEVERAGE HOLDER
AUXILIARY INPUT JACK
ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET
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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.
Beverage Holders Be careful when you are using the beverage holders. A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers. Spilled liquids can damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in the interior.
Interior Convenience Items
Glove Box
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.
The glove box light comes on when the parking lights are on.
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FRONT
Console Compartment
LEVER
DETACHABLE TRAY
Interior Convenience Items
Open the front beverage holder by pulling up on the lid.
Each rear side panel also has a beverage holder.
CONSOLE COMPARTMENT
To open the console compartment, pull up on the lever and lift the armrest.
ExceptLX The console compartment is equipped with a detachable tray.
To close, lower the armrest, and push it down until it latches.
To remove this tray, slide it forward, then pull it up.
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Interior Convenience Items
Accessory Power Sockets
FRONT
CONSOLE COMPARTMENT
None of the sockets will power an automotive type cigarette lighter element.
Make sure to put the socket cover back in place to prevent any small foreign objects getting into the socket.
Your vehicle has two accessory power sockets; one is at the front of the center console and the other is in the console compartment.
Each socket is 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 the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
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Sun Visor
Vanity Mirror
Sunglasses Holder
Interior Convenience Items
Slide
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. In this position, the sun visor can be 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.
Push
To use the vanity mirror on the back of the sun visor, pull up the cover.
The vanity mirror lights come on when you pull up the cover.
To open the sunglasses holder, push then release the indent. It will unlatch and swing down. To close it, push it until it latches. Make sure the holder is closed while you are driving.
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Interior Convenience Items
Coat Hook
Center Pocket
COAT HOOK
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Pull up the lid to open each pocket.
Some larger styles of sunglasses may not fit in the holder.
To use a coat hook, pull it down. Close it with a firm push.
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.
Make sure the coat hook is closed when you are not using it. This hook is not designed for large or heavy items.
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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 about 15
minutes.
Interior Lights
Spotlights
LX
Turn on a spotlight by pushing the lens. Push the lens again to turn it off. You can use the spotlights at all times.
Ceiling Light
DOOR ACTIVATED POSITION
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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Interior Lights
OFF POSITION
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.
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.
DOOR ACTIVATED
SPOTLIGHT
ExceptLX
The spotlights have a two-position
switch. In the DOOR position, the
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 LIGHT
ExceptLX The courtesy light between the spotlights comes on when you turn the parking lights on. To adjust its brightness, turn the select/reset knob on the instrument panel, with the ignition switch in the ON (II) position.
Interior Lights
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Features
The heating and air conditioning system in your vehicle provides a comfortable driving environment in all weather conditions.
The standard audio system has many features. This section describes those features and how to use them.
Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio system that requires a code number to enable it.
ExceptLX The security system helps to dis- courage vandalism and theft of your vehicle.
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Vents, Heating, and A/C
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Climate Control System
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Dual Temperature Control
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Climate Control Sensors
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Audio System
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Playing the FM/AM Radio
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Playing the XM Satellite Radio . 144
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Playing Discs
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Disc Changer Error Messages
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Audio System
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Playing the FM/AM Radio
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Playing Discs
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Disc Changer Error Messages
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Protecting Your Discs
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FM/AM Radio Reception
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Remote Audio Controls
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Auxiliary Input Jack
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Radio Theft Protection
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Setting the Clock
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Security System
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Compass
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Cruise Control
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HomeLink Universal
Transceiver
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink
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Vents, Heating, and A/C LX,LX-SandEX
FAN CONTROL DIAL
RECIRCULATION BUTTON
TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/ HEATED MIRRORS BUTTON *
MAX A/C BUTTON
MODE CONTROL BUTTONS
AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) BUTTON
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
: If equipped
*
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Fan Control Turn this dial to increase or decrease the fan speed and airflow.
Temperature Control Turning this dial clockwise increases the temperature of the airflow.
Recirculation Button When the recirculation indicator is on, air from the vehicle’s interior is sent throughout the system again. When the indicator is off, air is brought in from the outside of the vehicle (fresh air mode).
Air Conditioning (A/C) Button This button turns the air conditioning on and off. The indicator in the button is on when the A/C is on.
MAX A/C Button
The system automatically
turns on the A/C and switches to recirculation mode. Air flows from the center and side vents in the , A/C, dashboard. Pressing the or any of the mode buttons cancels MAX A/C.
The outside air intakes for the heating and cooling system are at the base of the windshield. Keep this area clear of leaves and other debris.
The system should be left in fresh air mode under almost all conditions. Keeping the system in recirculation mode, particularly with the A/C off, can cause the windows to fog up.
Switch to recirculation mode when driving through dusty or smoky conditions, then return to fresh air mode.
Vents, Heating, and A/C
Rear Window Defogger
Button
This button turns the rear window
defogger on and off (see page
75
).
ExceptU.S.LXandLX-S Pushing this button also turns the power mirror heaters on and off.
Mode Control Use the mode control buttons to select the vents air flows from. Some air will flow from the dashboard corner vents in all modes.
Air flows from the center and corner vents in the dashboard.
Airflow is divided between the vents in the dashboard and the floor vents.
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Vents, Heating, and A/C
Air flows from the floor
vents.
When you select , the system automatically switches to fresh air mode. If you switch the mode from , the system
keeps the A/C on. The A/C indicator will not come on if it was off to start with.
or
to
To turn off the A/C, press the A/C button to illuminate the indicator, then press it again to turn off the A/C.
When you switch to
or