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requirements.

Even then, the child 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.

WhenCanaLargerChildSitinFront The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that all children ages 12 and under be properly restrained in the 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.

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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.

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.

Protecting Children

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.

If your car has side airbags, remind the child not to lean toward the door.

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

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Protecting Children

Using Child Seats with Tethers

The tether anchor fittings are located under plastic covers. Pivot the cover backward to access the anchor fitting.

COVER

ANCHORAGE POINT

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. (Tethers are required in Canada.)

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Attach the attaching clip to the tether anchorage point as shown in the illustration, then tighten the strap according to the child seat maker’s instructions. Make sure the strap is not twisted.

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Using LATCH

LOWER ANCHORS 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 anchorage is marked with a small circle above the lower anchorage point.

To install a LATCH-compatible child seat:

1.

2.

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

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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Put the child seat in the rear left or right vehicle seat and attach the child seat to the lower anchors according to the child seat maker’s instructions.

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Flexible type Follow the child seat maker’s 4. instructions for any additional advice on adjusting or tightening the fit.

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6.

Attach the attaching clip to the tether anchor fitting and tighten the strap according to the child seat maker’s instructions. Make sure the strap is not twisted.

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

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.

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.

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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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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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.

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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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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.

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.

Automatic seat belt tensioners that deployed during a crash must be replaced.

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.

booklet for

Honda

For information on how to clean your seat belts, see page

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Additional Information About Your Airbags

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’sairbagisstoredinthe dashboard. Both are marked ‘‘SRS AIRBAG.’’

Automatic seat belt tensioners (see page

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).

Sensors that can detect a moderate to severe frontal collision.

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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

51

).

Emergency backup power in case your car’s electrical system is disconnected in a crash.

Your vehicle is equipped with dual- stage, dual-threshold airbags to help reduce the chance of airbag-caused injuries.

If you ever have a moderate to severe frontal collision, the sensors will detect the vehicle’s rapid deceleration. If the rate of deceleration is high enough, the control unit will instantly inflate the front airbags.

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Additional Information About Your 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.

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.

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.

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How Your Side Airbags Work OnlyonU.S.modelsequippedwithside airbags.

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.

Your car is 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.’’

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If you ever have 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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How the SRS Indicator Light Works

The SRS indicator light alerts you to a potential

problem with your front airbags and automatic seat belt tensioners.

On models with side airbags, this light will also alert you to a potential problem with your side airbags or passenger’s side airbag automatic cutoff system (see page

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).

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

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

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 ON (II).

If the light stays on after the engine starts.

If the light comes on or flashes on andoffwhileyoudrive.

If you see any of these indications, your front or side 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.

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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.

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 ON (II), the indicator should light briefly and go out (see page ). If it 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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This light alerts you that the passenger’s side airbag

has been automatically shut off.

If 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.

To reduce the risk of injury from an inflating side airbag, your car has an automatic cutoff system for the passenger’s side airbag.

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.

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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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See page and precautions relating to your airbags.

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 front and side airbag systems (if equipped) 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 vehicle 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, contact your Honda dealer for a replacement.

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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

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Indicator Lights Gauges

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Speedometer Tachometer Odometer/Trip Meter Current Fuel Mileage Trip Mileage Turning Off the Mileage

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Display

Fuel Gauge Temperature Gauge Battery Level Gauge Charge/Assist Gauge

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Controls Near the Steering

Wheel

Headlights 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

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Keys and Locks

Seat Adjustments

Power Windows Mirrors

Front Seat Adjustments Driver’s Seat Armrest Head Restraints

Immobilizer System Ignition Switch Power Door Locks Remote Transmitter Childproof Door Locks Trunk Emergency Trunk Opener

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Parking Brake Glove Box Beverage Holder Console Compartment Coin Box Center Pocket Accessory Power Socket Interior Lights Ceiling Light Spotlights Ignition Switch Light

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Control Locations

CRUISE CONTROL (P. 139)

MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 99)

HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P. 108)

POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P. 87)

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P. 81)

POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 97)

FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P. 145) TRUNK RELEASE (P. 92)

HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 146)

CRUISE CONTROL (P. 140)

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AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 118) DIGITAL CLOCK (P. 123)

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Automatic Transmission (CVT)

HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P. 64)

CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P. 65)

SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT (P. 61)

SIDE AIRBAG CUTOFF INDICATOR (P. 61)

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 61)

CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 62, 272)

AUTO IDLE STOP INDICATOR (P. 172)

Indicator Lights

PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 62)

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MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR (P. 66)

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 62)

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LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P. 65)

IMA SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 63)

IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 63)

MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P. 273)

LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P. 62, 271)

SHIFT LEVER POSITION INDICATOR (P. 166)

TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR (P. 65)

ELECTRIC POWER STEERING (EPS) INDICATOR (P. 63)

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Indicator Lights

Manual Transmission

HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P. 64)

CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P. 65)

SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT (P. 61)

SIDE AIRBAG CUTOFF INDICATOR (P. 61)

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 61) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 62, 272)

AUTO IDLE STOP INDICATOR (P. 164) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 63) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P. 273)

LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P. 62, 271)

PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 62)

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MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR (P. 66)

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 62)

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LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P. 65)

IMA SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 63)

SHIFT UP/SHIFT DOWN INDICATORS(P. 165)

TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR (P. 65)

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ELECTRIC POWER STEERING (EPS) INDICATOR

(P. 63)

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Indicator Lights

Supplemental Restraint System Indicator

This indicator lights when you turn the ignition switch 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 light will also alert you to a potential problem with your side airbags or passenger’s side airbag automatic cutoff system. For complete information, see page .51

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.

Side Airbag Cutoff Indicator

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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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Charging System Indicator

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

272

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

271

Malfunction Indicator Lamp 273

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Canada

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator

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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 theABS.Ifthishappens,takethe cartoyourdealertohaveitchecked. With the light on, your car still has normal braking ability but no anti- lock. For complete information, see page

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Electric Power Steering (EPS) Indicator

This light normally comes on when you turn the ignition ON (II) 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. If this happens, stop the car in a safe place and turn off the engine. Reset the system by restarting the engine. The indicator will not turn off immediately. If it does not go off after driving a short distance, or comes back on again while driving, take the car to your dealer to have it checked. With the light on, the EPS may be turned off, making the car harder to steer.

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).

Indicator Lights

IMA System Indicator

This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). If it comes on at any other time, it indicates a problem in the Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) system. With the IMA indicator on, the vehicle may not accelerate as it normally does. Have the vehicle checked by the dealer as soon as possible.

Auto Idle Stop Indicator See pages

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Indicator Lights

High Beam Indicator

This light comes on with the high beam headlights. See page for 75
information on the headlight controls.

‘‘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 youturnontheheadlightsorrelease 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.

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 signalling.

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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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Cruise Control Indicator

Low Fuel Indicator

Washer Level Indicator

Indicator Lights

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

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Shift Up/Shift Down Indicators ManualTransmission See page

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Shift Lever Position Indicator AutomaticTransmission(CVT) See page

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

Trunk-open Indicator

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

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Indicator Lights

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 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.

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.

Press and hold the select/reset button in the instrument panel, then turn the ignition switch ON (II).

3.

Hold the button until the indicator resets (approximately ten seconds).

Maintenance Required Indicator

This indicator reminds you that it is time to take your car in for scheduled maintenance. Refer to the Maintenance Schedules for Normal and Severe Driving Conditions on pages 190

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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 two seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON (II).

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Automatic Transmission (CVT)

ODOMETER/TRIP METER

FUEL GAUGE

SPEEDOMETER

TACHOMETER

IMA CHARGE/ASSIST GAUGE

BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR

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FUEL MILEAGE DISPLAY

SELECT/RESET BUTTON

TEMPERATURE GAUGE

CURRENT FUEL MILEAGE DISPLAY

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Manual Transmission

SPEEDOMETER

TACHOMETER

ODOMETER/TRIP METER

FUEL GAUGE

IMA CHARGE/ASSIST GAUGE

BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR

FUEL MILEAGE DISPLAY

SELECT/ RESET BUTTON

TEMPERATURE GAUGE

CURRENT FUEL MILEAGE DISPLAY

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The gauges illuminate when you turn the ignition switch ON (II).

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).

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

Tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). To protect the engine from damage, never drive with the tachometer reading in the red zone.

Odometer/Trip Meter

ODOMETER/TRIP METER

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SELECT/RESET BUTTON

The trip meter shows the number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) driven since you last reset it.

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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There are two trip meters: Trip A and Trip B. The odometer and the two trip meters use the same display. Switch between these displays and the odometer by pressing the Select/ Reset button 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 button until the number resets to ‘‘0.0’’.

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Current Fuel Mileage

Trip Mileage

TRIP MILEAGE (TRIPA)

CURRENT FUEL MILEAGE

U.S. Model is shown.

U.S. Model is shown.

This display shows the current, or instantaneous fuel mileage you are getting.

It shows the number of miles per hour and mpg (U.S.) or kilometers per hour and 1/100 km (Canada).

You can turn off this display at any time. See page

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When a trip meter is displayed, the average fuel mileage you have been getting during that trip is shown in the Fuel Mileage display. This number is updated once per ten seconds.

When you reset a trip meter, the average fuel mileage for that trip meter also resets.

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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.

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.

Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the engine’s coolant. During normal operation, the reading should be in the middle of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving, the reading may reach near the red mark. 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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Turning Off the Mileage Display You can temporarily turn off the Current Fuel Mileage display.

To turn it off:

1.

Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If the engine is running, make sure the transmission is in Neutral (manual) or Park (automatic) and the parking brake is set.

2.

Use the Select/Reset button to select the odometer display.

3.

Press and hold the Select/Reset button for about 10 to 15 seconds, then release it. The Current Fuel Mileage display will turn off.

The display will turn back on when you repeat the same procedure on the step 3.

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Battery Level Gauge

BATTERY LEVEL GAUGE

climbing a long hill. The engine will recharge the battery as you continue driving.

If the battery is mostly discharged, the Auto Idle Stop function is and disabled (see pages

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The battery level gauge does not read the battery level directly. It calculates the level by continuously measuring the current flow, voltage, and temperature.

Since the level is not read directly, small sensing errors can, over time, cause the gauge to read higher than the actual battery level. The system will then perform a correction, and the battery level gauge reading will drop suddenly. When this happens, IMA assist and Auto Idle Stop are disabled until the IMA battery is sufficiently recharged by normal driving. This should take only a few minutes.

This gauge shows you the state of charge of the battery for the Integrated Motor Assist (IMA). This battery is recharged by the engine, anddischargedbytheIMAwhenit is assisting the engine with powering the vehicle.

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If the IMA battery is too hot or too cold, the IMA system shuts down to protect the battery. This disables the IMA assist and Auto Idle Stop, even though the Battery Level Gauge may show that the battery is well-charged. Therefore, those functions may not operate when you first start driving in very hot or cold weather.

The battery temperature will normalize after a few minutes of driving, and the IMA system will work normally.

Charge/Assist Gauge

IMA CHARGE GAUGE

IMA ASSIST GAUGE

This gauge shows you the status of the Integrated Motor Assist (IMA). When the IMA battery is being charged, the left side of the gauge illuminates. When the IMA is assisting the engine, the right side of the gauge illuminates.

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Controls Near the Steering Wheel

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 hazard warning lights switch is on the dashboard between the center air vents.

The controls under the left air vent are for the rear window defogger, mirrors, and cruise control.

The tilt adjustment lever on the underside of the steering column allows you to tilt the steering wheel.

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

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CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH

HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS

HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS

WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS

ECON BUTTON

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER

MIRROR CONTROLS

HORN ＊

CRUISE CONTROL SWITCHES

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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 tone when you open the driver’s door.

The rotating switch on the left lever controls the lights. Turning this switch to the ‘‘ ’’ position turns on the parking lights, taillights, side- marker lights, and rear license plate lights. Turning the switch to the ‘‘ headlights.

’’ position turns on the

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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Daytime Running Lights Canadianmodelsonly With the headlight switch off, the high beam headlights 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.

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.

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To reduce glare at night, the instru- ment 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.

Instrument Panel Brightness

Turn the Select/Reset knob on the right side of the instrument panel to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel lights.

Turn the Select/Reset knob to adjust the instrument panel brightness. 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. The display returns to the odometer/trip meter values five seconds after you stop adjusting the knob.

The instrument panel dims when the parking lights or headlights are turned on. Adjust the brightness to the desired level with the headlight switch off, and also with the headlight switch on. Both settings will remain at those levels until you change them.

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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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INT TIME RING

In intermittent, the wipers operate every few seconds. You can vary how often the wipers sweep the windshield by turning the INT TIME ring on the right lever. In low speed and high speed, the wipers run continuously.

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

The wipers run at low speed while you’re pulling the lever, then complete one more sweep of the windshield after you release it.

Hazard Warning

To clean the windshield, pull back on the wiper control lever. The washers spray until you release the lever.

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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 car is disabled.

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Rear Window Defogger

Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive.

The defogger wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. When cleaning the glass, always wipe side to side.

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 in the button lights 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. You have to turn it on again when you restart the car.

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

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Steering Wheel Adjustment Seepage forimportantsafety informationabouthowtoproperly positionthesteeringwheel.

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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 car and be seriously injured in a crash.

To adjust the steering wheel upward or downward:

Adjust the steering wheel only when the car is stopped.

1.

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

2.

Move the steering wheel 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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The valet key works only in the ignition and the door locks. You can keep the trunk, and trunk release handle locked when you leave your car and the valet key at a parking facility. (See Trunk, page

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You should have received a key number plate with your set of keys. You will need this key number if you ever have to get a lost key replaced. Keep the plate stored in a safe place. When replacing keys, use only Honda-approved key blanks.

Keys

KEY NUMBER PLATE

MASTER KEYS (Black)

VALET KEY (Gray)

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) Trunk release handle

Keys and Locks

These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the Immobilizer System. They will not