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(P.81) INDICATOR LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.83)
REAR FOG LIGHT INDICATOR (P.80)
SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P.76)
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.83)
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.77, 470)
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HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.82) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.78) FRONT FOG LIGHT INDICATOR (P.80) LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.82) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.76, 468)
(P.77, 464)
LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR ELECTRIC POWER STEERING (EPS) INDICATOR
(P.80)
GLOW PLUGS INDICATOR (P.77)
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.77, 466)
Instrument Panel (Diesel models)
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.78)
CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P.81) SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR (P.79)
CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.81)
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.79)
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.81) VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P.81) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.83)
REAR FOG LIGHT INDICATOR (P.80)
SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR
(P.76)
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.83)
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.77, 470)
Since the indicators vary between models, some indicators are not on your vehicle.
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Instrument Panel Indicators
The instrument panel has many indicators to give you important information about your vehicle.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp 467
on diesel models.on petrol models and
See page page 468
You will also see the symbol ‘‘ or this symbol with a ‘‘CHECK SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- information display (see page 104
,’’
).
OnDieselmodelsonly This indicator will also come on when you restart the engine after your vehicle has run out of fuel (see page
421
).
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Seat Belt Reminder Indicator
This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. 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 the ON (II) position 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 a front passenger does not fasten their seat belt, the indicator will come on about 6 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position.
If either the driver or a front passenger does not fasten their seat belt while driving, the beeper will sound and the indicator will flash again at regular intervals. For more information, see page
22
’’
You will also see the symbol ‘‘ (for a driver)/‘‘ ’’ (for a front passenger), or this symbol with a ‘‘FASTEN YOUR SEAT BELT’’ or ‘‘FASTEN YOUR PASSENGER’S SEAT BELT’’ message on the multi- information display to remind you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts.
The seat belt system also monitors the seat belt use of all rear seating positions according to each seat belt buckle latch function. The multi- information display will show you the seat belt use on the rear seat (see page
98
).
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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 464
You will also see the symbol ‘‘ or this symbol with an ‘‘OIL PRESSURE LOW’’ message on the multi-information display (see page 104
).
’’
Charging System Indicator
If this indicator comes on when the engine is running, the battery is not being charged. For more information, see page
466
Glow Plugs Indicator (Diesel models only)
This indicator comes on for a few seconds (several seconds in cold weather or at high altitudes) when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. When the engine is cold, wait for the indicator to go off before starting the engine.
If you experience any of the following symptoms, there may be a problem with the water temperature sensor of the fuel system. Have your vehicle inspected by your dealer.
This indicator goes out faster than normal when the outside temperature is very low.
You will also see the symbol ‘‘ or this symbol with a ‘‘CHECK SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- information display (see page 105
,’’
It is hard to start the engine.
).
Instrument Panel Indicators
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator
This indicator has two functions:
1.
It comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It is a reminder to check the parking brake. A beeper sounds if you drive with the parking brake not fully released. Driving with the parking brake not fully released can damage the brakes and tyres.
,’’ or this symbol with a
You will also see the symbol ‘‘ ‘‘RELEASE PARKING BRAKE’’ message on the multi-information display (see page
100
).
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2.
If it remains lit after you fully release 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
470
,’’ or this symbol with a
You will also see the symbol ‘‘ ‘‘CHECK SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display (see page
104
).
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator
This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. 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
339
You will also see the symbol ‘‘ or this symbol with a ‘‘CHECK SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- information display (see page 105
,’’
).
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Immobilizer System Indicator
This indicator comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It will 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’s fuel system will be disabled (see page
149
).
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i-SHIFT (Automated Manual Transmission) System Indicator Onlyonvehicleswithi-SHIFT This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it comes on at any other time, or if it does not come on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, there is a problem with the i-SHIFT control system. Avoid rapid acceleration, frequently shifting, and driving at high speed, and have the vehicle checked by your dealer as soon as possible.
When this indicator comes on, you will hear a beep as a reminder. You will also see the symbol ‘‘ ,’’ or this symbol with a ‘‘CHECK SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- information display (see page 106
).
This indicator also comes on while driving if the clutch system is overheating. It will go off when the clutch system temperature comes down. If this indicator goes off while driving to your dealer, you can continue driving normally. For more information of the i-SHIFT, see page 326
System Message Indicator
This indicator comes on when there is a system message in the multi- information display. Press the INFO button on the steering wheel to see the message (see page
90
).
Most of the time, this indicator comes on along with other indicators in the instrument panel such as the seat belt reminder indicator, SRS indicator, VSA system indicator, etc.
Instrument Panel Indicators
Supplemental Restraint System Indicator
This indicator comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it comes on at any other time, it indicates a potential problem with your front airbags. This indicator will also alert you to a potential problem with your side airbags, side curtain airbags, or automatic seat belt tensioners. For more information, see page
30
You will also see the symbol ‘‘ or this symbol with a ‘‘CHECK SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- information display.
,’’
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If you turn the steering wheel to the full left or right position repeatedly while stopping or driving at very low speed, you may feel slightly harder steering to avoid the damage from overheating of the steering gear box.
Rear Fog Light Indicator
This indicator comes on when you turn on the rear fog light. See page 142
rear fog light.for information on operating the
Front Fog Light Indicator (For some types)
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Instrument Panel Indicators
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Indicator
This indicator normally comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and goes off after the engine starts. If it comes on at any other time, there is a problem in the electric power steering system. You will also see the symbol ‘‘ ,’’ or this symbol with a ‘‘CHECK SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- information display (see page 106
).
If this happens, stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the engine. Reset the system by restarting the engine. The indicator will stay on, but should go off after driving a short distance. If it does not go off, or comes back on again while driving, take the vehicle to your dealer to have it checked. With the indicator on, the EPS may be turned off, making the vehicle harder to steer.
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Cruise Main Indicator
Ifequipped This indicator comes on when you turn on the cruise control system by pressing the CRUISE button (see page
276
).
Cruise Control Indicator
Ifequipped This indicator comes on when you set the cruise control. See page 276
cruise control.for information on operating the
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System Indicator
This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
If it comes on and stays on at any other time or it does not come on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, there is a problem with the VSA system. Take your vehicle to a dealer to have it checked. Without VSA, your vehicle still has normal driving ability, but will not have VSA traction and stability enhancement. You will also see the symbol ‘‘ or this symbol with a ‘‘CHECK SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- information display (see page 107
).
,’’
For more information, see page
341
Instrument Panel Indicators
VSA Activation Indicator
This indicator has three functions:
1.
2.
3.
It comes on as a reminder that you have turned off the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system.
It flashes when VSA is active (see page
341
).
It comes on along with the VSA system indicator if there is a problem with the VSA system. You will also see the symbol ‘‘ ‘‘CHECK SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display (see page
,’’ or this symbol with a
107
).
This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. See page for more information on the VSA system.
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High Beam Indicator
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators The left or right turn signal indicator blinks when you signal a lane change or turn. If an indicator does not blink or blinks rapidly, it usually means one of the turn signal bulbs is burned out (see page the bulb as soon as possible, since other drivers cannot see that you are signalling.
). Replace
395
When you press the hazard warning button, both turn signal indicators and all turn signals on the outside of the vehicle will flash.
Your vehicle has the one-push turn signal feature to signal a lane change easily (see page
140
).
This indicator comes on with the high beam headlights. For more information, see page
140
Lights On Indicator
or
This indicator reminds you that the exterior lights are on. It comes on when the light switch is in either the position. If you turn the
ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK (0) position without turning off the light switch, this indicator will remain on. A reminder chime will also sound when you open the driver’s door without the key in the ignition switch.
,’’ or this symbol with a
You will also see the symbol ‘‘ ‘‘HEADLIGHTS ON’’ message on the multi-information display (see page
101
).
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Onvehicleswithautomaticlightingon feature This indicator also comes on when the lights are turned on automatically with the light switch in the AUTO position.
,’’
You will see the symbol ‘‘ or this symbol with a ‘‘CHECK SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- information display if there is a problem with the automatic headlight control system.
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Security System Indicator (For some types)
Low Fuel Indicator
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
This indicator comes on when the security system is set. See page for more information on the 273
security system.LOW FUEL INDICATOR
This indicator is located in the fuel gauge. It comes on as a reminder that you must refuel soon.
,’’ or this symbol with
You will also see the symbol ‘‘ ‘‘FUEL LOW’’ (petrol models) or ‘‘DIESEL FUEL LOW’’ (diesel models) message on the multi- information display.
Instrument Panel Indicators
When the indicator comes on, there is about 7.5 of fuel remaining in the tank before the needle reaches 0. There is a small reserve of fuel remaining in the tank when the needle reaches 0.
Type-Rmodel When the indicator comes on, there is about 8.1 of fuel remaining in the tank before the needle reaches 0. There is a small reserve of fuel remaining in the tank when the needle reaches 0.
Ondieselmodels Refer to on page of fuel.
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SPEEDOMETER
SPEEDOMETER
REV INDICATOR
ECO INDICATOR
REV INDICATOR
TEMPERATURE GAUGE
FUEL GAUGE
TEMPERATURE GAUGE
i-VTEC INDICATOR
FUEL GAUGE
TACHOMETER
TACHOMETER
MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY
MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY
Petrol model with manual transmission is shown.
Type-R model
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mph to km/h Change Button
km/h mph
→
mph
→
km/h
You will see the mph to km/h change indicator on the multi- information display. When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, what you last selected is displayed.
Ontheright-handdrivemodelsonly Press and hold the mph to km/h change button until you hear a beep. The speedometer and the information on the multi-information display (trip meter, odometer, current fuel mileage, estimated distance, average speed, and average fuel economy readings) switch between kilometers per hour and miles per hour.
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The mph is set as the default setting when the vehicle leaves the factory. Even if you change this setting to the km/h display, the system returns to the default setting if your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead.
Onsometypes The km/h is set as the default setting when the vehicle leaves the factory. Even if you change this setting to the mph display, the system returns to the default setting if your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead.
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Speedometer This shows your speed in kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph) depending on the type.
On the right-hand drive models, you can switch the display between km/h and mph.
You can set the vehicle speed alarm. For more information, see page 112
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.
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 into the upper half of the gauge. If it reaches the red (hot) mark, pull in safely to the side of the road. Turn to page on petrol models and page 462
and precautions on checking the engine cooling system.460
on diesel models for instructionsFuel 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.
Onpetrolmodelsonly Avoid driving with an extremely low fuel level. Running out of fuel could cause the engine to misfire, damaging the catalytic converter.
Ondieselmodelsonly The malfunction indicator lamp will come on or the glow plugs indicator will blink when you restart the engine after your vehicle has run out of fuel.
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REV Indicator
REV INDICATOR
Onvehicleswithi-SHIFT When you select the automatic driving mode, the REV indictor turns off. For more information, see page 326
ECO Indicator ExceptType-R
ECO INDICATOR
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This indicator shows you the tachometer reading approaching to the red zone while driving. When you see all six indicators come on, it indicates that the tachometer reading reaches the red zone.
To protect engine damage, never drive with the tachometer reading in the red zone.
This indicator shows the current fuel mileage and the fuel economy while driving. When you see all six indicators come on, it indicates that the engine is operating in its most economical range. No indicator comes on when your vehicle is using extra fuel.
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The i-VTEC indicator works as a reminder when the low RPM cams are changed to the high RPM cams. To activate this indicator to automatically turn on when the i- VTEC system switches to the high RPM cams, you need to customize the setting. The indicator’s default setting is OFF. To customize the i- VTEC indicator, see page
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i-VTEC Indicator Type-RModel
i-VTEC INDICATOR
While the vehicle is moving, the i-VTEC switches the low RPM cams to the high RPM cams and controls valve timing, valve lift, and so on by monitoring the engine load and rpm.
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The multi-information display in the tachometer on the instrument panel displays various information and symbols/messages when the ignition switch is in the ON (II) position. Some of the indicators/messages help you operate your vehicle more effectively. Others keep you aware of the vehicle’s condition for continued trouble-free driving.
There are two types of symbols/ messages: normal display symbols/ messages and system warning symbols/messages.
You can select the displayed language and also customize some vehicle control settings to your liking with the multi-information display and the two buttons on the steering wheel (see page
90
).
Multi-Information Display
Normal Display Symbols/ Messages
UPPER SEGMENT
UPPER SEGMENT
‘‘km/h’’ selected
LOWER SEGMENT
‘‘mph’’ selected
LOWER SEGMENT
The multi-information display consists of an upper segment and a lower segment. Each segment can display two lines of messages.
In normal display mode, the upper segment displays the trip computer, and the lower segment displays the odometer, trip meter, and outside temperature.
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INFO BUTTON
SEL/RESET BUTTON On vehicles with cruise control
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In normal display mode, the upper display shows the current fuel mileage when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position (see page ). Each time you press the INFO button, the trip computer changes from the current fuel mileage to the estimated distance, to the elapsed time, to the average speed, to the average fuel mileage, to the rear seat belt use and then to no
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INFO BUTTON
If there is any system warning, system warning symbol(s) will be shown on the multi-information display following the current fuel mileage display. The system warning symbol/message that has the highest priority will be displayed first when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
SEL/RESET BUTTON
On vehicles without cruise control display as shown on the next page.
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Left-hand drive type
Right-hand drive type mph is selected.
Except Type-R
Type-R
Except Type-R
Type-R
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Multi-Information Display
Indicators in the trip computer show:
: Your vehicle’s current fuel mileage in kilometers per hour and L/100 km.
: Your vehicle’s current fuel mileage in miles per hour and mpg.
OndieselmodelswithDPF The display may show a current fuel mileage reading higher than in normal driving while the particulate matter (PM) is burnt and removed from the diesel particulate filter (DPF). For more information, see page
495
: The time travelled since
you last turned the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
: The average speed you are travelling is displayed in kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph) depending on the display mode you selected.
: Your vehicle’s average fuel mileage since you last reset the trip computer A.
: Your vehicle’s average fuel mileage since you last reset the trip computer B.
TRIP METER
OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR
ODOMETER
The lower segment always shows the odometer, trip meter and the outside temperature in the normal display mode.
: The estimated distance you
can travel on the fuel remaining in the tank. This distance is estimated from the fuel economy you have achieved over the last few kilometers (miles), so it will vary with changes in speed, traffic condition, etc.
The average fuel mileage is updated once per 10 seconds. When you reset a trip meter, the average fuel mileage for that trip meter also resets. To reset the values in the trip computer, press and hold the SEL/ RESET button until the number resets to ‘‘0.0.’’
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Odometer The odometer shows the total number of kilometers or miles your vehicle has been driven.
TripMeter This meter shows the number of kilometers or miles driven since you last reset it.
There are two trip meters: trip A and trip B. To switch the display between them, press the SEL/RESET button repeatedly. When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, what you last selected is displayed.
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 SEL/RESET button until the number resets to ‘‘0.0.’’
’’ or ‘‘
’’ will be
‘‘ displayed when the average fuel mileage is selected in the upper segment, depending on which trip meter (trip A or trip B) is displayed in the lower segment.
OutsideTemperatureIndicator This indicator displays the outside temperature in degrees Centigrade.
The temperature sensor is in the front bumper. Therefore, the temperature reading can be affected by heat reflection from the road surface, engine heat, and the exhaust from surrounding traffic. This can cause an incorrect temperature reading when your speed is under 30 km/h (19 mph).
The sensor delays the display update until it reaches the correct outside temperature. This may take several minutes.
Multi-Information Display
If the outside temperature is incorrectly displayed, you can adjust it by up to (see page
3°C warmer or cooler ).
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NOTE: The temperature must be stabilized before doing this procedure.
In certain weather conditions, temperature readings near freezing (0°C) could mean that ice is forming on the road surface. You will also see a caution symbol on the multi- information display (see page
102
).
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Multi-Information Display
System Warning Symbols If there is a problem with your vehicle, for example, the engine oil level is low or a door is not fully closed, the multi-information display will show you the problem. It does this by interrupting the current display with one or more symbols/ messages. Most of the symbols/ messages are displayed for about 5
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When your vehicle is new, the multi- information display shows the system warning symbols without the message. This is the default setting when the vehicle leaves the factory. You can customize this setting to see the system warning symbols with messages (see page ). Some symbols such as the low outside temperature, rear seat belt reminder indicator, etc., do not have a message.
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In this section, the system symbol with message is used in almost all examples, but the symbol(s) are the same for the default setting.
Except Type-R model is shown.
SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR
These symbols/messages also trigger the appropriate indicator(s) on the instrument panel and cause the system message indicator to come on. The system message indicator does not go off until the problem(s) are corrected.
The following pages describe each system warning symbol/message that can be displayed. Here is a list of all messages:
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See pages 104, 467 and
468.
See pages 104 and 464.
See pages 104 and 470.
See pages 103 and 465.
See pages 107 and 466.
See pages 80 and 106.
See pages 105 and 466.
See pages 107 and 469.
See pages 30 and 105.
See pages 105 and 339.
Multi-Information Display
See pages 77 and 100.
See pages 100 and 378.
See pages 106 and 336.
See pages 107 and 341.
See pages 22 and 97.
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Multi-Information Display
Except Type-R Type-R
See pages 22 and 97.
See pages 22 and 98.
See page
99.
See pages 101 and 140.
See pages 100 and 150.
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See pages 109 and 384.
See pages 108 and 495.
See pages 108 and 496.
See pages 93 and 102.
See pages 109 and 141.
See pages 102 and 112.
See pages 102 and 112.
Petrol models See pages 83 and 101.
Diesel models See pages 83 and 101.
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Fasten Seat Belt
Fasten Passenger Seat Belt
Multi-Information Display
For more information of the seat belt reminder indicator, see page
.22
In addition to the seat belt reminder indicator in the instrument panel, the current display is interrupted and the multi-information display shows this symbol ‘‘ ,’’ or this symbol with a ‘‘FASTEN SEAT BELT’’ message if you do not fasten your seat belt while driving. This symbol/message remains displayed if you ignore it and do not wear your seat belt while the vehicle is moving.
The multi-information display also interrupts the current display and shows this symbol ‘‘ ,’’ or this symbol with a ‘‘FASTEN PASSENGER SEAT BELT’’ message if a front seat passenger does not fasten their seat belt while driving. This symbol/message remains displayed if a passenger ignores it and does not wear the seat belt while the vehicle is moving.
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Multi-Information Display
Rear Seat Belt Use Monitor
Except Type-R
Type-R
Except Type-R
Type-R
Seat belts in right and centre positions are used.
Seat belt in right positions is used.
When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, the upper segment of the multi-information display shows the rear seat belt use.
This monitor goes off after about 30
seconds. It will also go off when you change the display by pressing the system message button on the steering wheel.The seat belt system detects any seat belt use of all three or two (Type-R model) rear seat seating positions according to each seat belt buckle latch function. The system shows you how many rear seat belts are being used and reminds you and your passengers to fasten their seat belts. According to the rear seat belt use (1 through 3 or 1 through 2), you will see the indicator(s) highlighted on the right side of the upper
segment.
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Door and Tailgate Open
While driving, you can also confirm the rear seat belt use. Press and release the INFO button ( repeatedly to change the display.
Except Type-R
Type-R
Multi-Information Display
Pressing the INFO button on the steering wheel momentarily changes the display, but it will come back after about 5 seconds.
If the tailgate or either door(s) is not closed tightly, this monitor display indicates you which door or the tailgate is not closed tightly, and reminds you to close the tailgate or the door(s) before you start driving. This display continues until you close the door(s) and the tailgate.
If the system cannot detect the seat belt use, you will see three or two (Type-R model) dashes. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position to reset the system. If this happens, the SRS indicator also comes on. Have your vehicle checked by your dealer (see page 30
).
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Multi-Information Display
Release Parking Brake
Ignition Key
Brake Fluid Low
If you start driving without releasing the parking brake, the current display is interrupted and the multi- information display shows this symbol, or this symbol with a ‘‘RELEASE PARKING BRAKE’’ message. This symbol/message continues, and a chime sounds, until you release the parking brake.
If you leave the key in the ignition switch in the LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I) position and open the driver’s door, you will see this symbol, or this symbol with/a ‘‘IGNITION KEY’’ message on the display and hear a reminder beeper.
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If the brake fluid level is at or below the MIN mark on the side of the brake fluid reservoir in the engine compartment, you will see this symbol, or this symbol with a ‘‘BRAKE FLUID LOW’’ message. If you see this message, have the brake system checked by your dealer (see page
378
).
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Fuel Low
Diesel Fuel Low
Headlights On
Multi-Information Display
Onpetrolmodels If the level of the fuel in the tank gets low, you will see this symbol, or this symbol with a ‘‘FUEL LOW’’ message on the display, and you must refuel soon. The low fuel indicator in the instrument panel will also come on (see page
83
).
Ondieselmodels If the level of the fuel in the tank gets low, you will see this symbol, or this symbol with a ‘‘DIESEL FUEL LOW’’ message on the display, and you must refuel soon. The low fuel indicator in the instrument panel will also come on (see page
83
).
If you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position without turning off the headlights or position lights, and open the driver’s door, you will see this symbol, or this symbol with a ‘‘HEADLIGHTS ON’’ message on the display. The lights on indicator in the instrument panel also comes on and stays on.
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Multi-Information Display
Speed Alarm
Low Outside Temperature
If the outside temperature is very low (near freezing) and there is a risk that the road surface is iced over, you will see this symbol on the multi- function display. For more information of the outside temperature indicator, see page
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Alarm at vehicle speed 80 km/h is set.
If you set the speed alarm function in the custom settings, you will see this indicator and hear a beep when the vehicle speed reaches the set speed. You can set two different speeds for the alarm. For more information to set the speed alarm, see page
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Check Engine Oil Level
SystemWarnings The following symbols/messages indicate various problems in your vehicle’s systems.
You will also hear a beep when the symbol or the symbol with a message is displayed on the multi- information display at the first time.
Multi-Information Display
If you ignore the oil level symbol/ message and keep driving with this symbol/message on, you can seriously damage the engine.
If this symbol or this symbol with a ‘‘CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL’’ message comes on on the multi- information display when the engine is running, the engine oil level is low. You will also hear a beep with this symbol/message on. You should check the oil level and add engine oil. For more information, see page
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Multi-Information Display
Oil Pressure Low
Check System (Engine)
Check System (Brake)
If the engine oil is very low or has lost pressure, you will see this symbol or this symbol with an ‘‘OIL PRESSURE LOW’’ message on the multi-information display. You will also see the low oil pressure indicator in the instrument panel flashing or staying on. If you see this symbol/message, you should take immediate action since serious engine damage is possible. Follow the procedure on page
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If you see this symbol or this symbol with a ‘‘CHECK SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display, it means one of the engine’s emissions systems may have a problem. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer (see page page 468
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on diesel models).on petrol models and
If there is a problem with the brake system, you will see this symbol or this symbol with a ‘‘CHECK SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- information display. The parking brake and brake system indicator in the instrument panel will also come on. For more information, see page 470
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Check System (Charging System)
Check System (Airbag System)
Check System (ABS System)
Multi-Information Display
If you see this symbol or this symbol with a ‘‘CHECK SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display, it means the battery is not being charged. For more information, see page
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If there is a problem with your front airbags, side airbags, automatic seat belt tensioners, or side curtain airbags, you will see this symbol or this symbol with a ‘‘CHECK SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- information display. Take your vehicle to a dealer as soon as possible (see page
30
).
If there is a problem with the anti- lock brake system (ABS), you will see this symbol or this symbol with a ‘‘CHECK SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer (see page
78
).
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Multi-Information Display
Check System (i-SHIFT)
Onvehicleswithi-SHIFT(automated manualtransmission) If there is a problem with the i-SHIFT system, you will see this symbol or this symbol with a ‘‘CHECK SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display. The i-SHIFT system indicator on the instrument panel will also come on and you will hear a beep. If you see this symbol/message, avoid rapid acceleration, frequently shifting, and
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Check System (EPS)
driving at high speed, and have the vehicle checked by your dealer as soon as possible. For more information, see page 336
This symbol/message and the i-SHIFT system indicator also come on while driving if the clutch system is overheating. They will go off when the clutch system temperature comes down. If they go off while driving to your dealer, you can continue driving normally.
If there is a problem with the electric power steering (EPS) system, you will see this symbol or this symbol with a ‘‘CHECK SYSTEM’’ on the multi-information display. The EPS system indicator in the instrument panel will also come on. If you see this symbol/message, have the EPS system checked by your dealer. For more information, see page
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Check System (VSA)
Check System (Engine Oil Level Sensor)
Check System (PGM-FI)
Multi-Information Display
If there is a problem with the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system, you will see this symbol or this symbol with a ‘‘CHECK SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display. The VSA system and VSA activation indicators in the instrument panel will also come on. If you see this symbol/message, have the VSA system checked by your dealer. For more information, see page
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If there is a problem with the engine oil level sensor system, you will see this symbol or this symbol with a ‘‘CHECK SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display. If you ignore this symbol/message and continue driving, the system will be seriously damaged. For more information, see page
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If there is a problem with the engine control system, you will see this symbol or this symbol with a ‘‘CHECK SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display. If you ignore this symbol/message and continue driving, the engine control system will be seriously damaged. 469
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Multi-Information Display
DPF (Regeneration Required)
DPF (Check System)
If you ignore this symbol/message and continue driving, the DPF and your vehicle’s emission control systems will be seriously damaged. For more information on the DPF system, see page
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DieselmodelswithDPF(Diesel ParticulateFilter) If you see this symbol or this symbol with a ‘‘DPF REGENERATION REQUIRED’’ message on the multi- information display while the engine is running, it means the diesel particulate filter (DPF) should be regenerated to remove the accumulated particulate matter (PM). For more information on the DPF system, see page
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DieselmodelswithDPF(Diesel ParticulateFilter) If you see this symbol or this symbol with a ‘‘CHECK SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display while the engine is running, it means the diesel particulate filter (DPF) is clogged with accumulated particulate matter (PM) and it should be checked, then repaired or replace. Take your vehicle to a Honda dealer as soon as possible.
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Water In Fuel Filter
Check System (Automatic Headlights On)
Multi-Information Display
Dieselmodelsonly If this symbol or this symbol with a ‘‘WATER IN FUEL FILTER’’ shows on the multi-information display, water stays in the fuel system which may cause damage to the fuel injection system. Contact your dealer as soon as possible and have the fuel filter checked to drain off water.
Onvehicleswithautomaticlighting feature If you see this symbol or this symbol with a ‘‘CHECK SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display, it means there is a problem with the automatic headlights on control system. If you see this symbol/ message, have the vehicle checked by your dealer as soon as possible.
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Multi-Information Display
Customized Settings You can customize some of the vehicle control settings to suit your needs. The table shows the settings you can customize.
Group Setup
SPEED ALARM (P.111)
CHG SETTING (P.117)
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Menu Item SPEED ALARM 1
(ON/OFF, Setting) SPEED ALARM 2
(ON/OFF, Setting) SPEED ALARM 1
(ON/OFF) SPEED ALARM 2
(ON/OFF) WARNING MESSAGE ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP. DISPLAY TRIP A RESET WITH REFUEL ELAPSED TIME RESET DISPLAY UNIT REV. INDICATOR ECO. INDICATOR i-VTEC. INDICATOR＊
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Description
Setting Option
Sets the speed alarm on and changes the alarm speed setting.
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ON/OFF over 5 km/h (mph) with 5 km/h (mph) steps
Sets the speed alarm on.
ON/OFF
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Switches warning message to be displayed or not. Changes the outside temperature reading above or below its current reading. Causes trip meter A and the average fuel economy to reset when you refuel. Resets the elapsed time of your current trip. Changes the measurement standard in the trip computer. Switches indicator to be displayed or not. Switches indicator to be displayed or not. Switches indicator to be displayed or not. Changes the language used in the display.
Resets all customized settings to the factory default.
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3°C
ON/OFF up to ± 0°C ON/OFF
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IGN OFF , TRIP A, TRIP B AUTO , KM, MILES ON /OFF ON /OFF ON/OFF ENGLISH , ITALIAN, SPANISH, GERMAN, FRENCH, PORTUGUESE CANCEL OK 4 : Type-R
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123
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Setting is available while driving
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2 :
Only on the right-hand drive type
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3 :
Factory default setting
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To enter the customizing mode, the vehicle must be stopped with the ignition switch in the ON (II) position and the parking brake is set. (Exceptionally, this condition is not applied on some speed alarm settings.) Press and hold the INFO button on the steering wheel for about 3 seconds while the multi- information display is in its normal display. Here are the settings you can customize.
Multi-Information Display
SPEED ALARM: To set the speed alarm (see page
112
).
CHG SETTING: To change vehicle control settings (see page 117
).
LANGUAGE: To select language (see page
130
).
DEFAULT ALL: To return to the default settings (see page
132
).
Each time you press the INFO button, the display switches from ‘‘SPEED ALARM’’, ‘‘CHG SETTING’’, ‘‘LANGUAGE’’, ‘‘DEFAULT ALL’’, ‘‘EXIT’’, and then back to ‘‘SPEED ALARM’’ as shown above.
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Speed Alarm You can access different alarm functions when the vehicle is stopped or while driving. While driving, you can select either of the two speed alarm settings. When your vehicle is stopped, you can customize the setting speed to your preference.
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Multi-Information Display
If you set the alarm to the specified vehicle speed while driving, select ‘‘SPEED ALARM,’’ and refer to page . Exceptionally, you can also 115
select the specified speed alarm while driving.If you do not select any settings on the display after you press the INFO button and the setting menu is displayed, the customizing mode display will return to the normal display after about 10 seconds.
If you try to start driving while customizing the settings, you will see ‘‘MUST STOP AND PARK TO CHANGE SETTINGS’’ on the display and the customizing will be cancelled.
Customizing is also cancelled, if you turn the ignition switch out of the ON (II) position.
If you want to change any vehicle control settings, select ‘‘CHG SETTING,’’ and follow the instructions on page
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If you want the settings as they were when the vehicle left the factory, select ‘‘DEFAULT ALL,’’ as described on page
132
) on the
Use the INFO button ( steering wheel to see and scroll through the settings, and the SEL/ RESET button to enter your selections.
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Tosetthespeedalarmwhilethevehicle isstopped:
Speed setting 1 off is selected.
Press and hold the INFO button to enter the customizing mode, then press and release the INFO button repeatedly to select ‘‘SPEED ALARM.’’ While the multi- information display is showing ‘‘SPEED ALARM,’’ press the SEL/ RESET button. The display changes to the setting mode.
On the left-hand drive type, you can set the speed alarm in km/h. On the right-hand drive type, you can set the speed alarm in km/h or mph according to the selected speedometer display. The two speed selections and the on/off setting icons are displayed.
Multi-Information Display
Speed setting 1: You can set the alarm on or off, and adjust the setting speeds above or below 50 km/h (30 mph).
Speed setting 2: You can set the alarm on or off, and adjust the setting speeds above or below 80 km/h (50 mph).
), the selected
Each time you press and release the INFO button ( icon is changed from set 1, to 50
km/h (30 mph), and to set 2, to 80
km/h (50 mph). Then press the INFO button again to exit.CONTINUED
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