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passenger’s seat, move the seat as far forward as needed, and leave it unoccupied. Or, you may wish to get a smaller rear-facing child seat.

Placing a rear-facing child seat in the front seat can result in serious injury or death if the passenger’s front airbag inflates.

Always place a rear-facing child seat in the back seat, not the front.

Protecting Small Children

ChildSeatType A child who is at least one year old, and who fits within the child seat maker’s weight and height limits, should be restrained in a forward- facing, upright child seat.

Of the different seats available, we recommend those that have a five- point harness system as shown.

ChildSeatPlacement We strongly recommend placing a forward-facing child seat in a back seat, not the front.

If the vehicle seat is too

Placingaforward-facingchildseatin thefrontseatofavehicleequipped withapassenger’sairbagcanbe hazardous. far forward, or the child’s head is thrown forward during a collision, an inflating airbag can strike the child with enough force to cause very serious or fatal injuries.

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Protecting Infants and Small Children, Selecting a Child Seat

If it is necessary to put a forward- facing child seat in the front, move the vehicle seat as far to the rear as possible, be sure the child seat is firmly secured to the vehicle, and the child is properly strapped in the seat.

Selecting a Child Seat When buying a child seat, you need to choose either a conventional child seat, or one designed for use with the Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) system.

Conventional child seats must be secured to a vehicle with a seat belt, whereas LATCH-compatible seats are secured by attaching the seat to hardware built into the two outer seating positions in the back seat.

Since LATCH-compatible child seats are easier to install and reduce the possibility of improper installation, we recommend selecting this style.

We also recommend selecting a LATCH-compatible seat with a rigid, rather than a flexible, anchor (see page

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).

Placing a forward-facing child seat in the front seat can result in serious injury or death if the front airbag inflates.

If you must place a forward- facing child seat in front, move the vehicle seat as far back as possible, and properly restrain the child.

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In seating positions and vehicles not equipped with LATCH, a LATCH- compatible child seat can be installed using a seat belt.

Whatever type of seat you choose, to provide proper protection, a child seat should meet three requirements:

1.

ThechildseatshouldmeetU.S.or CanadianMotorVehicleSafety Look for FMVSS Standard213. 213 or CMVSS 213 on the box.

2.

Thechildseatshouldbeofthe propertypeandsizetofitthechild. Rear-facing for infants, forward- facing for small children.

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Selecting a Child Seat, Installing a Child Seat

3.

Thechildseatshouldfitthe vehicleseatingposition(or positions)whereitwillbeused.

Before purchasing a conventional child seat, or using a previously purchased one, we recommend that you test the seat in the specific vehicle seating position (or positions) where the seat will be used.

Installing a Child Seat After selecting a proper child seat, and a good place to install the seat, there are three main steps in installing the seat:

1.

Properlysecurethechildseatto All child seats must be thevehicle. secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt or with the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) system. A child whose seat is not properly secured to the vehicle can be endangered in a crash.

2.

After installing a child

Makesurethechildseatisfirmly secured. seat, push and pull the seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure.

A child seat secured with a seat belt should be installed as firmly as possible. However, it does not need to be ‘‘rock solid.’’ Some side-to-side

movement can be expected and should not reduce the child seat’s effectiveness.

If the child seat is not secure, try installing it in a different seating position, or use a different style of child seat that can be firmly secured.

3.

Securethechildinthechildseat. Make sure the child is properly strapped in the child seat according to the child seat maker’s instructions. A child who is not properly secured in a child seat can be seriously injured in a crash.

The following pages provide guidelines on how to properly install a child seat. A forward-facing child seat is used in all examples, but the instructions are the same for rear- facing child seats.

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Installing a Child Seat

Installing a Child Seat with LATCH Your vehicle is equipped with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) at the outer rear seats.

The lower anchors are located between the seat-back and seat bottom, and are to be used only with a child seat designed for use with LATCH.

The location of each lower anchor is indicated by a small button above the anchor point.

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BUTTONS

LOWER ANCHORS

Rigid type

To install a LATCH-compatible child seat:

1.

2.

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

Make sure there are no objects near the anchors that could prevent a secure connection between the child seat and the anchors.

3.

Place the child seat on the vehicle seat, then attach the seat to the lower anchors according to the child seat maker’s instructions.

Some LATCH-compatible seats have a rigid-type connector as shown above.

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TETHER STRAP HOOK

7.

Push and pull the child seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure.

Flexible type

Other LATCH-compatible seats have a flexible-type connector as shown above.

4.

Whatever type you have, follow the child seat maker’s instructions for adjusting or tightening the fit.

ANCHOR

5.

Lift the head restraint (see page ), then route the tether strap 75
through the legs of the head restraint, over the seat-back, making sure the strap is not twisted.

6.

Attach the tether strap hook to the tether anchor, then tighten the strap as instructed by the child seat maker.

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

In addition, the lap/shoulder belts in all seating positions except the driver’s have a locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat.

1.

With the child seat in the desired seating position, route the belt through the child seat according to the seat maker’s instructions, then insert the latch plate into the buckle.

2.

3.

To activate the lockable retractor, slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt all the way out until it stops, then let the belt feed back into the retractor.

After the belt has retracted, tug on it. If the belt is locked, you will not be able to pull it out. If you can pull the belt out, it is not locked, and you will need to repeat these steps.

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To deactivate the locking mechanism and remove a child seat, unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let the belt fully retract.

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4.

After confirming that the belt is locked, grab the shoulder part of the belt near the buckle, and pull up to remove any slack from the lap part of the belt. Remember, if the lap part of the belt is not tight, the child seat will not be secure.

To remove slack, it may help to put weight on the child seat, or push on the back of the seat while pulling up on the belt.

5.

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. If the child seat is not secure, unlatch the belt, allow it to retract fully, then repeat these steps.

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Installing a Child Seat

Installing a Child Seat with a Tether

TETHER ANCHORAGE POINTS

UsinganOuterAnchor

Front

3.

Tighten the strap according to the seat maker’s instructions.

UsingtheCenterAnchor

TETHER STRAP HOOK

TETHER STRAP HOOK

ANCHOR

1.

After properly securing the child seat (see page ), lift the head restraint, then route the tether strap over the seat-back and through the head restraint legs.

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2.

Lift the anchor cover, then attach the tether strap hook to the anchor, making sure the strap is not twisted.

COVER

A child seat with a tether can be installed in any seating position in the back seat, using one of the anchorage points shown above.

Since a tether can provide additional security to the lap/shoulder belt installation, we recommend using a tether whenever one is required or available.

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ANCHOR

1.

After properly securing the child seat (see page tether strap over the seat-back.

), route the

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Follow steps 2 and 3 from the previous column.

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When a child reaches the recommended weight or height limit for a forward-facing child seat, the child should sit in a back seat on a booster seat and wear a lap/shoulder belt.

The following pages give instructions on how to check proper seat belt fit, what kind of booster seat to use if one is needed, and important precautions for a child who must sit in front.

Allowing a child age 12 or under to sit in front can result in injury or death if the passenger’s front airbag inflates.

If a child must ride in front, move the vehicle seat as far back as possible, use a booster seat if needed, have the child sit up properly and wear the seat belt properly.

Protecting Larger Children

Checking Seat Belt Fit

To determine if a lap/shoulder belt properly fits a child, have the child put on the seat belt, then ask yourself:

1.

Does the child sit all the way back against the seat?

2.

Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over the edge of the seat?

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3.

Does the shoulder belt cross between the child’s neck and arm?

4.

Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, touching the child’s thighs?

5.

Will the child be able to stay seated like this for the whole trip?

If you answer yes to all these questions, the child is ready to wear the lap/shoulder belt correctly. If you answer no to any question, the child needs to ride on a booster seat.

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Using a Booster Seat

A child who has outgrown a forward- facing child seat should ride in a back seat and use a booster seat until the lap/shoulder belt fits them properly without the booster.

Some states and Canadian provinces also require children to use a booster seat until they reach a given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or 60 lbs). Be sure to check current laws in the states or provinces where you intend to drive.

Booster seats can be high-back or low-back. Whichever style you select, make sure the booster seat meets federal safety standards (see page 34
seat maker’s instructions.

) and that you follow the booster

If a child who uses a booster seat must ride in front, move the vehicle seat as far back as possible, and be sure the child is wearing the seat belt properly.

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A child may continue using a booster seat until the tops of their ears are even with the top of the vehicle’s or booster’s seat-back. A child of this height should be tall enough to use the lap/shoulder belt without a booster seat.

When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that all children age 12 and under be properly restrained in a back seat.

If the passenger’s front airbag inflates in a moderate to severe frontal collision, the airbag can cause serious injuries to a child who is unrestrained, improperly restrained, sitting too close to the airbag, or out of position.

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

Protecting Larger Children

Of course, children vary widely. And while age may be one indicator of when a child can safely ride in 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 (see pages ). If 41
the seat belt does not fit properly, with or without the child sitting on a booster seat, the child should not sit in 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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Devices intended to

Donotputanyaccessoriesona seatbelt. improve a child’s comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can make the belt less effective and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash.

Additional Safety Precautions

Donotletachildwearaseatbelt This could result acrosstheneck. in serious neck injuries during a crash.

This could

Donotletachildputtheshoulder partofaseatbeltbehindtheback orunderthearm. cause very serious injuries during a crash. It also increases the chance that the child will slide under the belt in a crash and be injured.

Twochildrenshouldneverusethe sameseatbelt. could be very seriously injured in a crash.

If they do, they

Protecting Larger Children

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

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

Move the vehicle seat to the rear- most position.

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

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

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

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Your vehicle’s exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas. You should have no problem with carbon monoxide entering the vehicle in normal driving if you maintain your vehicle properly.

Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever:

The vehicle is raised for an oil change.

You notice a change in the sound of the exhaust.

The vehicle was in an accident that may have damaged the underside.

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 vehicle out of the garage.

Carbon Monoxide Hazard

With the trunk open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into your vehicle’s interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the trunk open, open all the windows and set the heating and cooling system as shown below.

If you must sit in your parked vehicle with the engine running, even in an unconfined area, 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.

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Safety Labels

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 may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for a replacement.

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DOORJAMBS On vehicle with side airbags U.S. models

Canadian models

HOOD On models without side airbags

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Instruments and Controls

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

Control Locations Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Indicators Gauges

........................... ............................ .......... ............................................. ............... .................................. ...................

Odometer/Trip Meter Fuel Gauge Temperature Gauge

. 50
. 51
. 54
. 58
. 58
. 58
. 59

Controls Near the Steering

Wheel

........................................... . 60
Windshield Wipers and Washers . 61
........... . 62
Turn Signal and Headlights . 63
Instrument Panel Brightness ........ . 64
Hazard Warning Button ................. . 64
Rear Window Defogger ................. . 65
Steering Wheel Adjustment .......... ............................... Keys and Locks . 66
. 67
Immobilizer System ........................ . 68
Ignition Switch ................................ . 69
...................................... Door Locks ...................... . 69
. 70
................................................ . 70
........ ....................... . 71

Emergency Trunk Opener

Remote Transmitter

Power Door Locks

Trunk

Replacing the Transmitter

Battery ..................................... .................................................

. 72
. 73

Seats

Power Windows Moonroof Mirrors Parking Brake Interior Convenience Items

.............................. ......................................... ............................................. ................................. ........... ....................... ............... .................................... .................................... ............................. ........... .............................. ................................. ................................ ..................

Beverage Holders Console Compartment Glove Box Coat Hook Center Pocket Accessory Power Socket Vanity Mirror

Interior Lights Ceiling Light Ignition Switch Light

. 78
. 79
. 80
. 81
. 82
. 83
. 83
. 84
. 84
. 85
. 85
. 85
. 86
. 86
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MOONROOF SWITCH (P. 79)

MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 80)

HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P. 88)

HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 64)

POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P. 69)

CRUISE CONTROL MASTER BUTTON (P. 117)

POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 78)

A/T model is shown.

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AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 92) CLOCK (P. 115)

ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P. 85)

FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P. 123) TRUNK RELEASE (P. 70)

HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 124)

CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P. 117)

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U.S.: HX, LX, EX, and Special Edition, Canada: LX, Si

Instrument Panel

CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P. 56)

SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P. 54)

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 55)

HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P. 55)

CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 54, 200)

LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P. 54, 200)

PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR ＊ (P. 55, 202) TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR (P. 56)

MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR (P. 57) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P. 56) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 56)

MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P. 54, 201)

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 54)

SHIFT LEVER POSITION INDICATORS ＊ (P. 138)

SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 54)

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Instrument Panel

Canada: DX, DX Special Edition, REVERB

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 54)

IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 56)

LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P. 54, 200)

CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 54, 200)

TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR (P. 56) SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 54)

DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR (P. 55)

WASHER LEVEL INDICATOR (P. 56)

LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P. 56)

PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 55, 202)

MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P. 54, 201)

HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P. 55)

SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P. 54)

MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR (P. 57)

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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 54)

TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR (P. 56)

SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 54)

IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 56)

LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P. 54, 200)

CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 54, 200)

MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P. 54, 201)

HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P. 55)

Instrument Panel

LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P. 56)

PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 55, 202)

SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P. 54)

MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR (P. 57)

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Instrument Panel Indicators

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

Seat Belt Reminder Indicator

This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II). It reminds you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts. A beeper also sounds if you have not fastened your seat belt.

If you turn the ignition switch to ON (II) before fastening your seat belt, the beeper sounds and the indicator flashes. If you do not fasten your seat belt before the beeper stops, the indicator stops flashing but remains on.

If you continue driving without fastening your seat belt, the beeper sounds and the indicator flashes again at regular intervals.

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Supplemental Restraint System Indicator

This indicator comes on 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 or automatic seat belt tensioners. On models equipped with side airbags, this indicator will also alert you to a potential problem with your side airbags or passenger’s side airbag automatic cutoff system. For more information, see page

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Charging System Indicator

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

200

Low Oil Pressure Indicator

The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator flashes or stays on when the engine is running. For more information, see page 200

Malfunction Indicator Lamp 201

See page

Side Airbag Off Indicator

Ifequipped This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If it comes on at any other time, it indicates that the passenger’s side airbag has automatically shut off. For more information, see page 26

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Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator

Ifequipped This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and when the ignition switch is turned to START (III). If it comes on at any other time, there is a problem with the ABS. If this happens, have your vehicle checked at a dealer. With this indicator on, your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock function. For more information, see page

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U.S.

Canada

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

1.

2.

It 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 it remains lit after you have fully released the parking brake while the engine is running, or if it comes on while driving, there could be a problem with the brake system. For more information, see page

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Instrument Panel Indicators

High Beam Indicator

This indicator comes on with the high beam headlights. For more information, see page

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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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‘‘Daytime Running Lights’’ Indicator

Canadianmodelsonly This indicator comes on 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.

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Instrument Panel Indicators

Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators The left or right turn signal indicator blinks when you signal a lane change or turn. If the indicator 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 press the hazard warning button, both turn signal indicators blink. All turn signals on the outside of the vehicle should flash.

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Cruise Control Indicator

Trunk-open Indicator

This indicator comes on if the trunk lid is not closed tightly.

Low Fuel Indicator

This indicator comes on as a reminder that you must refuel soon.

Washer Level Indicator

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

164

).

Ifequipped This indicator comes on when you set the cruise control. See page 117
cruise control.

for information on operating the

Immobilizer System Indicator

This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to 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).

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Maintenance Required Indicator

This indicator reminds you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. Refer to the Maintenance Schedules for Normal and Severe Driving Conditions on pages

and

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For the first 8,000 miles (12,800 km) after the Maintenance Required Indicator is reset, it will come on for 2 seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

Instrument Panel Indicators

Between 8,000 miles (12,800 km) and 10,000 miles (16,000 km), this indicator will come on for 2 seconds when you first turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and then flash for 10 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.

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

2.

3.

1.

Turn off the engine.

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

Hold the knob for about 10
seconds until the indicator goes off.

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Gauges

U.S.: HX, LX, EX, and Special Edition, Canada: LX, Si

TACHOMETER

SPEEDOMETER

TEMPERATURE GAUGE

FUEL GAUGE

U.S. instrument panel is shown. Odometer/Trip Meter The odometer shows the total distance your vehicle 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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ODOMETER/TRIP METER

SELECT/RESET KNOB

The odometer and the trip meters use the same display. Switch between these displays by pressing the Select/Reset knob repeatedly. When you turn the ignition switch to ON (II), the meter you last selected is displayed.

The trip 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. 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 vehicle’s battery goes dead or is disconnected.

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.

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U.S. DX, Value Package

TEMPERATURE GAUGE

FUEL GAUGE SPEEDOMETER

Canada: DX, DX Special Edition, REVERB

ODOMETER/TRIP METER

SELECT/RESET KNOB

TACHOMETER

SPEEDOMETER

TEMPERATURE GAUGE

FUEL GAUGE

Gauges

Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the engine’s coolant. During normal operation, the pointer should rise 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 to the upper zone. 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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ODOMETER/TRIP METER

SELECT/RESET KNOB

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Controls Near the Steering Wheel

MOONROOF SWITCH (P. 79)

HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS (P. 62)

INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P. 63)

WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 61)

HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 64)

CRUISE CONTROL MASTER BUTTON (P. 117)

MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 80)

HORN

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STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT (P. 65)

CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P. 117)

To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.

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REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P. 64)

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Windshield Wipers and Washers

MIST The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever.

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OFF

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The wipers are not activated.

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The wipers operate every

INT few seconds. In low speed and high speed, the wipers run continuously.

OnEXmodelsinU.S.,andSimodelsin Canada Vary the delay by turning the INT TIME ring.

LO

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The wipers run at low speed.

HI

−

The wipers run at high speed.

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

MIST OFF INT LO Low speed HI High speed Windshield Washers

Intermittent

− − −

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

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Turn Signal and Headlights

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Turn Signal Push down on the 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.

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Turning the ’’ position turns

Headlights On switch to the ‘‘ on the parking lights, taillights, instrument panel lights, 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 tone when you open the driver’s door.

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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 ). Pull the lever back to page

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

Turn Signal Off Parking and indicator lights Headlights on High beams Flash high beams

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return to the low beams.

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.

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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SELECT/RESET KNOB

Instrument Panel Brightness

Adjust the brightness to the desired level with the headlight switch off, and also with the headlight switch on.

DX, Value Package and REVERB models

KNOB

All models except DX, Value Package and REVERB

The knob on the instrument panel controls the brightness of the instru- ment panel lights. Turn the knob to adjust the brightness.

OnallmodelsexceptDX,ValuePackage andREVERB There are six brightness levels. When you turn the knob, the odometer/trip meter display changes to circles that show you the current level. You will hear a tone when you reach the maximum or minimum brightness.

To reduce glare at night, the instrument panel illumination dims when you turn the light switch to

or

. Turning the Select/

Reset knob fully to the right will return the instrument panel to the brightness adjusted with the headlight switch off and a tone will sound.

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Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Defogger

Hazard Warning Button

Rear Window Defogger

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.

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 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.

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 in the button comes on to show the defogger is on. If you do not turn it off, the defogger will shut itself off after about 15 minutes. It also shuts off when you turn off the ignition switch. You have to turn the defogger on again when you restart the vehicle.

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Make any steering wheel adjustment before you start driving.

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

Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped.

1.

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

2.

Move the steering wheel up or down to the desired position. Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and indicators.

Steering Wheel Adjustment

3.

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

4.

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

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Keys and Locks

KEY NUMBER TAG

MASTER KEYS (Black)

VALET KEY (Gray)

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

Immobilizer System

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.