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directly secured with the lap/ shoulder belt.

Whichever style you select, follow the booster seat maker’s instructions.

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

Even then, they 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 a 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.

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.

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.

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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 car 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.

Protecting Children

Using Child Seats with Tethers

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

TETHER ANCHORAGE POINTS

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

Since a tether can provide additional security, we recommend using a tether whenever one is required or available.

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Protecting Children

TETHER STRAP HOOK

Using LATCH

TETHER ANCHORAGE POINTS

LOWER ANCHORS

To use the anchorage point, pivot its cover up.

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. Route it between the legs of the head restraint.

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 anchor.

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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TETHER STRAP HOOK

Rigid type

Flexible type

TETHER ANCHORAGE POINTS

3.

Put the child seat in the rear left or right car 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.

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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. Route it between the legs of the head restraint. 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.

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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 PRESS button on the buckle. 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

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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.

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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’s airbag is stored in the dashboard. Both are marked ‘‘SRS AIRBAG.’’

Automatic seat belt tensioners that tighten the front seat belts during a moderate to severe frontal collision.

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

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).

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

with the front airbags or seat belt tensioners. If equipped, it also alerts you to a potential problem with the side airbags, the automatic cutoff system for the passenger’s side airbag, or the side curtain airbags.

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

How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work U.S.EX-V6model,optionalonCanadian EX-V6model

SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG

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 center pillars on both sides are marked ‘‘SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG.’’

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

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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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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.

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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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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 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 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 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.

mode.

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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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 U.S.models

DASHBOARD U.S.modelsonly

SUN VISOR U.S.models

Canadianmodels

Canadianmodels

RADIATOR CAP

Safety Labels

DOORJAMBS Oncarswithsideairbags 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

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Odometer Trip Meter Temperature Gauge Fuel Gauge Maintenance Required

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Indicator

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Controls Near the Steering

Wheel

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Headlights Automatic Lighting Off

Feature

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Keys and Locks

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 Door Locks Remote Transmitter Childproof Door Locks 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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Driver’s Seat Full Power

Adjustments

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Seat Adjustments

Driver’s Lumbar Support Front Passenger’s Seat

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Adjustments Head Restraints Folding Rear Seat Rear Head Restraints Rear Seat Armrest

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Seat Heaters Power Windows

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Power Window Control

Operations

Moonroof Mirrors

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Parking Brake Console Compartment Armrest Beverage Holders Center CD Pocket Coin Pocket Sun Visor Vanity Mirror Sunglasses Holder Accessory Power Sockets Interior Lights

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Control Locations

MIRROR CONTROLS (P.101)

DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P.79)

POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.96)

TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE/ FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P.84/204)

HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.206)

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HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS (P.72)

AUDIO SYSTEM (P.134, 150, 169) DIGITAL CLOCK (P.139, 156, 174)

HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.112)

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LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.58)

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P.59)

TCS ACTIVATION INDICATOR

(P.59)

CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P.58)

HIGH BEAM INDICATOR

(P.62)

CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR

(P.62)

CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR

(P.62)

TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P.60)

IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.62)

MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR

(P.65)

(P.60) DOOR MONITOR SIDE AIRBAG CUTOFF INDICATOR (P.59)

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P.59)

SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P.61)

MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP

(P.58)

LOW FUEL INDICATOR

(P.61)

PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P.58)

LIGHT ON INDICATOR

(P.61) SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT

(P.58)

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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

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Charging System Indicator

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

348

Malfunction Indicator Lamp 349

See page

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

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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, automatic seat belt tensioners, or side curtain airbags. For complete information, see page

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Side Airbag Cutoff Indicator

Onlyonmodelsequippedwithside airbags This indicator lights 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 .49

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator This light normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON (II), and when the ignition switch is turned to START (III). 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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TCS Activation Indicator OnallV6models

This indicator comes on as a reminder that you have turned off the Traction Control System. It normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If the TCS activation indicator and the TCS indicator come on and stay on at any other time, or if they do 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.

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Indicator Lights

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 when the Traction Control System (TCS) is on, there is a problem with the TCS. For more information on the TCS, see page 232

Door Monitor

The appropriate light comes on in this display if the trunk or any 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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When you turn on the Hazard Warning switch, both turn signal lights blink. All turn signals on the outside of the car should flash.

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Lights On Indicator

Low Fuel Indicator

Security System Indicator

Indicator Lights

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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 194
security system.

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Indicator Lights

‘‘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 you turn on the headlights or release 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 68
information on the headlight controls.

Cruise Main Indicator

OnlyonmodelsequippedwithCruise ControlSystem This indicator comes on when you turn on the Cruise Control Master Button. (see page

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Cruise Control Indicator

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

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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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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

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

Washer Level Indicator

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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SPEEDOMETER

FUEL GAUGE

MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR TEMPERATURE GAUGE

U.S. model is shown.

ODOMETER/OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR

TRIP METER

SELECT/RESET KNOB

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).

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.

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

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Odometer/Outside Temperature Indicator 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.

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.

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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.

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 car’s battery goes dead or is disconnected.

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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Outside Temperature Indicator On4-cylinderEXmodelswithleather interiorandall6-cylinderEXmodels 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).

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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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).

Maintenance Required Indicator

SELECT/RESET KNOB

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MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR

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.

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.

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).

Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for Normal and Severe Driving Conditions on page 250 (4-cylinder models) or page 255 (6-cylinder models).

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

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.

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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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.

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

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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.

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

HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS (P. 68/70)

HORN

＊＊

MOONROOF SWITCH (P. 100)

TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (P. 232)

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INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P. 69)

WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 70, 71/72)

HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS (P. 72)

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P. 72, 112, 125, 131)

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TILT/TELESCOPIC ADJUSTMENT (P. 73)

CRUISE CONTROLS (P. 195)

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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.

’’ position turns

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

’’ position turns

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.

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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open, you will hear a lights-on reminder chime.

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.

Automatic Lighting Off Feature OnallU.S.andCanadianmodelsexcept DX The Automatic Lighting Off feature turns off the headlights, parking lights, taillights and license plate light 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 ‘‘ 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.

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

Instrument Panel Brightness

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

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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.

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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.

OnallmodelsexceptDX 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 car 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

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 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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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.

Steering Wheel Adjustment See page for important safety informationabouthowtoproperly positionthesteeringwheel.

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Make any steering wheel adjustment before you start driving.

To adjust the steering wheel:

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.

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.

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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.

Keys Your car comes with two master keys and a valet key. The master key fits all the locks on your car: (cid:127) Ignition (cid:127) Doors (cid:127) Trunk (cid:127) Glove box (cid:127) Trunk release handle (cid:127) Trunk pass-through cover (cid:127) Rear seat trunk access

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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.

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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.

Keys Your car comes with two master keys and a valet key. The master key fits all the locks on your car: (cid:127) Ignition (cid:127) Doors (cid:127) Trunk (cid:127) Glove box (cid:127) Trunk release handle (cid:127) Trunk pass-through cover (cid:127) Rear seat trunk access

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.

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KEY NUMBER TAG

MASTER KEY (BLACK)

VALET KEY (LIGHT GREY)

Only on DX models

KEY NUMBER TAG

VALET KEY (LIGHT GREY)

MASTER KEY WITH REMOTE TRANSMITER

On all models except DX

The valet key works only in the ignition and the door locks. You can keep the trunk, trunk release handle, trunk pass-through cover, rear seat trunk access, and glove box locked when you leave your car and the valet key at a parking facility.

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. Keep the tag stored in a safe place. If you need to replace a key, 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.

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

Keys and Locks

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

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

The DX model keys do not contain batteries. Do not try to take them apart.

RemoteTransmitter Some models also come with two remote transmitters built into the master keys; see page 80
explanation of the remote transmitter operation.

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