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Door Locks

The driver’s door unlocks whenever you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position. This is the default setting on M/T vehicles.

All doors unlock whenever you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position.

ToturnofftheAutoDoorUnlock modes:

3.

Push and hold the rear of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door. You will hear a click, and after about 5 seconds, you will hear another click.

4.

Release the switch, and within 5
seconds, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.

1.

Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position (A/T vehicles).

2.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and open the driver’s door.

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ToprogramtheParkUnlockmode: Unlocksthedriver’sdoororalldoors whentheshiftleverismovedintothe Park(P)position(A/Tvehiclesonly).

3.

Push and hold the rear of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door. You will hear a click. Continue to hold the switch:

Until you hear another click (after about 5 seconds) to activate driver’sdoorunlock feature. Or, until you hear two more clicks (after about 10 seconds) to activate

alldoorsunlockfeature.

Door Locks

ToprogramtheIgnitionSwitch Unlockmode: Unlocksthedriver’sdoororalldoors whentheignitionswitchismovedoutof theON(II)position.

4.

Release the switch, and within 5
seconds, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.

A/T models

1.

Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position.

2.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and make sure to close the driver’s door.

1.

Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position (A/T vehicles).

2.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and make sure to close the driver’s door.

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Door Locks, Trunk

3.

4.

OnA/Tvehicles, brake pedal, then move the shift lever out of the Park (P) position.

push and hold the

Push and hold the rear of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door. You will hear a click. Continue to hold the switch:

Even though your vehicle’s battery is removed or goes dead, the system keeps the auto door lock/unlock setting which you selected.

Trunk

PULL

driver’sdoorunlock

Until you hear another click (after about 5 seconds) to activate feature, Or, until you hear two more clicks (after about 10 seconds) to activate

alldoorsunlockfeature.

5.

Release the switch, and within 5
seconds, turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position. move the shift OnA/Tvehicles, lever to the Park (P) position.

6.

Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.

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TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE

MASTER KEY

To open the trunk, pull the trunk release handle on the left side of the driver’s seat. To protect items in the trunk when you need to give the key to someone else, lock the trunk release handle with the master key, and give the other person the valet key.

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OnEX,EX-L,Si,andCanadianLX models Press and hold the trunk release button on the remote transmitter.

Trunk

Emergency Trunk Opener

MASTER KEY

RELEASE LEVER

You can also use the master key to open the trunk.

To close the trunk, press down on the trunk lid.

Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging it, and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior. See Monoxide Hazard 51

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As a safety feature, your vehicle has a release lever on the trunk latch so the trunk can be opened from inside. To open the trunk, push the release lever in the direction pointed by an arrow. Parents should decide if their children should be shown how to use this feature.

For more information about child safety, see page

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Remote Transmitter

EX, EX-L, Si, and Canadian LX models

TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON

LOCK BUTTON

PANIC BUTTON

UNLOCK BUTTON

PANIC BUTTON

UNLOCK BUTTON

LOCK BUTTON

U.S. LX and Canadian DX-G models

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LOCK Press this button once to lock all doors. Some exterior lights will flash once. When you push LOCK twice within 5 seconds, you will hear a horn to verify that the doors are locked. You cannot lock the doors if any door is not fully closed or the key is in the ignition switch.

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OnU.S.LX,EX,EX-L,andSimodels If you push the LOCK button twice within 5 seconds, you will hear a horn to verify that the security system has set.

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Press this button once

UNLOCK to unlock the driver’s door. Push it twice to unlock the other doors. Some exterior lights will flash twice each time you press the button. This button does not work when the key is in the ignition switch.

The ceiling light (if the ceiling light switch is in the door activated position) will come on when you press the UNLOCK button. If you do not open any door, the light stays on for about 30 seconds, then fades out. If you relock the doors with the remote transmitter before 30
seconds have elapsed, the light goes off immediately.

If you unlock the doors with the remote transmitter, but do not open any of the doors within 30 seconds, the doors automatically relock. On U.S. LX, EX, EX-L, and Si models, the security system will also set.

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Press this button for

PANIC about 1 second to attract attention; the horn will sound, and the exterior lights will flash for about 30 seconds. To cancel panic mode, press any other button on the remote transmitter, or insert the key.

OnEX,EX-L,Si,andCanadianLX models TRUNK RELEASE Press this button for about 1 second to open the trunk. You cannot open the trunk if the key is in the ignition switch.

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ReplacingtheTransmitterBattery If it takes several pushes on the button to lock or unlock the doors, replace the battery as soon as possible.

Battery type: CR1616

RemoteTransmitterCare

Avoid dropping or throwing the transmitter.

Protect the transmitter from extreme temperature.

Do not immerse the transmitter in any liquid.

If you lose a transmitter, the replacement needs to be reprogrammed by your dealer.

Remote Transmitter

SCREW

To replace the battery:

1.

2.

Remove the screw at the base of the transmitter with a small Phillips-head screwdriver.

Separate the transmitter by prying its middle seam with your fingernail.

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Remote Transmitter

4.

Remove the old battery from the back of the inner cover, and note the polarity. Make sure the polarity of the new battery is the same ( side facing down), then insert it into the back of the cover.

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An improperly disposed of battery can hurt the environment. Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal.

5.

Install the parts in reverse order.

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.

BATTERY

TAB

3.

Inside the transmitter, separate the inner cover from the keypad by releasing the two tabs on the cover.

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Seats

Front Seat Adjustments Seepages forimportantsafety informationandwarningsabouthowto properlypositionseatsandseat-backs.

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Make all adjustments before you start driving.

To adjust the seat forward or backward, pull up on the bar under the seat cushion’s front edge. Move the seat to the desired position, and release the bar. Try to move the seat to make sure it is locked in position.

To change the seat-back angle, pull up on the lever on the outside of the seat bottom.

Once a seat is adjusted correctly, rock it back and forth to make sure it is locked in position.

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Head Restraints Seepage forimportantsafety informationandawarningabout improperlypositioningheadrestraints.

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Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions to help protect you and your passengers from whiplash and other injuries.

They are most effective when you adjust them so the center of the back of the occupant’s head rests against the center of the restraint.

Seats

Driver’s Seat Height Adjustment

The height of your driver’s seat is adjustable. To raise the seat, repeatedly pull up the lever on the outside of the seat cushion. To lower the seat, push the lever down repeatedly.

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Front

CUSHION

Rear Center Position

CUSHION

LEG

LEGS

RELEASE BUTTON

SEAT-BACK

AdjustingtheHeadRestraint The head restraints adjust for height. You need both hands to adjust a restraint. Do not attempt to adjust it while driving. To raise it, pull upward. To lower the restraint, push the release button sideways, and push the restraint down.

SEAT-BACK

RELEASE BUTTON

When a passenger is seated in the rear center seating position, the center head restraint should be adjusted up or down, to match the passenger’s height.

Seats

RemovingtheHeadRestraint To remove a head restraint for cleaning or repair, pull it up as far as it will go. Push the release button, then pull the restraint out of the seat- back.

Failure to reinstall the head restraints can result in severe injury during a crash.

Always replace the head restraints before driving.

When reinstalling a head restraint, put the legs back in place. Then adjust it to the appropriate height while pressing the release button.

Make sure the head restraint locks in position when you reinstall it.

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Seats

ActiveHeadRestraints

against whiplash and injuries to the neck and upper spine.

For a head restraint system to work properly:

After a collision, the activated restraint should return to its normal position.

Do not hang any items on the head restraints, or from the restraint legs.

If the restraints do not return to their normal position, or in the event of a severe collision, have the vehicle inspected by a Honda dealer.

Do not place any object between an occupant and the seat-back.

Install each restraint in its proper location.

Only use genuine Honda replacement head restraints.

The driver’s and front passenger’s seats have active head restraints. If the vehicle is struck severely from the rear, the occupant properly secured with the seat belt will be pushed against the seat-back and the head restraint will automatically move forward.

This reduces the distance between the restraint and the occupant’s head. It also helps protect the occupants

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Armrest

On EX, EX-L, Si, and Canadian LX models, the rear seat armrest is in the center of the rear seat. Pivot it down to use it.

Folding Rear Seat

Seats

OnallmodelsexceptDX To use the console lid as an armrest, slide it to one of its three positions.

The back of the rear seat folds down, giving you direct access to the trunk. The seat-back is released from inside the trunk.

OnDX,U.S.LX,andCanadianDX-G models The seat-back can be folded down as one piece.

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Seats

GUIDE

OnEX,EX-L,Si,andCanadianLX models The left and right seat-backs can be folded separately from inside the trunk.

CENTER SHOULDER BELT

Pull

RELEASE

When storing cargo, you can move the rear center shoulder belt out of the way by removing the belt from the guide.

To release the seat-back, pull the release under the trunk panel. Push the seat-back down, then let go of the release.

To lock the seat-back upright, push it firmly against the trunk panel. Make sure it is latched in place by pulling on the top of the seat.

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Make sure that the folded seat-back does not press against the front passenger’s seat, as this could cause the weight sensors to work improperly.

Make sure all rear shoulder belts are positioned in front of the rear seat- back, and the center shoulder belt is re-positioned in the guide whenever the seat-back is in its upright position. Be sure there are no twists in any shoulder belt.

Do not put any heavy items on the seat-back when it is folded down.

Make sure all items in the trunk, or items extending through the opening into the back seat, are secured. Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you have to brake hard. See 191

Carrying Cargo

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Never drive with the seat-back folded down and the trunk lid open. See on page

Carbon Monoxide Hazard 51

Seats

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Seat Heaters

Passenger’s Seat

HEATERS

Driver’s Seat

OnEX-Lmodel Both front seats are equipped with seat heaters. The passenger seat is only heated in the seat bottom because of the side airbag cutoff system.

SEAT HEATER SWITCHES

The ignition switch must be in the ON (II) position to use seat heaters. Push the top of the switch, HI, to rapidly heat up the seat. After the seat reaches a comfortable temperature, select LO by pushing the bottom of the switch. This will keep the seat warm.

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In the HI setting, the heater turns off when the seat gets warm, and turns back on after the seat’s temperature drops.

In the LO setting, the heater runs continuously. It does not cycle with temperature changes.

Follow these precautions whenever you use the seat heaters:

Use the HI setting only to heat the seats quickly, because it draws large amounts of current from the battery.

If the engine is left idling for an extended period, do not use the seat heaters, even on the LO setting. It can weaken the battery, causing hard starting.

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Power Windows

DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH

MAIN SWITCH

Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position to raise or lower any window. To open a window, push the switch down and hold it. Release the switch when you want the window to stop. Pull back on the switch and hold it to close the window.

The windows will operate for up to 10 minutes after you turn off the ignition switch. Opening either front door cancels this function.

Closing a power window on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury.

Make sure your passengers are away from the windows before closing them.

If the MAIN switch is OFF, the passenger windows cannot be raised or lowered. Keep the MAIN switch off when you have children in the vehicle so they do not injure themselves by operating the windows unintentionally.

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To open or close the

ExceptDXandCanadianDX-G AUTO driver’s window, push or pull the window switch firmly down or up to the second detent, and release it. The window will automatically go down or up all the way. To stop the window, pull or push the window switch briefly.

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ExceptDXandCanadianDX-G AUTO REVERSE If the driver’s window senses any obstacle while it is closing automatically, it will reverse direction, and then stop. To close the window, remove the obstacle, then use the window switch again.

Auto reverse stops sensing when the window is almost closed. You should always check that all passengers and objects are away from the window before closing it.

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Moonroof Ifequipped Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position before operating the moonroof switch on the ceiling console.

To open the moonroof fully, pull back the moonroof switch firmly. The moonroof opens all the way. To stop the moonroof from opening fully, briefly move the switch in either direction.

To tilt the moonroof, push the center of the moonroof switch straight up. To stop the moonroof from tilting fully open, push the moonroof switch forward.

MOONROOF SWITCH

Open

Close

Tilt

To open or close the moonroof partially, pull or push the moonroof switch lightly to the first detent and hold it. The moonroof will stop when you release the switch.

Power Windows, Moonroof

If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the driver’s window fuse is removed, the AUTO function will be disabled. To reset the AUTO function after reconnecting the battery or installing the fuse, do this:

1.

2.

Start the engine. Push down and hold the driver’s window switch until the window is fully open.

Pull and hold the driver’s window switch to close the window completely, then hold the switch for about 2 seconds.

If the power windows do not operate properly after resetting, have your vehicle checked by your dealer.

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Moonroof

To close the moonroof fully, push the moonroof switch forward to the second detent, then release it. The moonroof closes all the way. To stop the moonroof from closing all the way, briefly move the switch in either direction.

Opening or closing the moonroof on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury.

Make sure all hands and fingers are clear of the moonroof before opening or closing it.

The moonroof has a key-off delay. You can open and close the moonroof for up to 10 minutes after you turn off the ignition switch. The key-off delay cancels as soon as you open either front door. You must then turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position for the moonroof to operate.

If you try to open the moonroof in below-f reezing temperatures, or when it is covered with snow or ice, you can damage the moonroof panel or motor.

Auto Reverse If the moonroof runs into any obstacle while it is closing automatically, it will reverse direction, and then stop. To close the moonroof, remove the obstacle, then use the moonroof switch again.

Auto reverse stops sensing when the moonroof is almost closed. You should always check that all passengers and objects are away from the moonroof before closing it.

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Mirrors

TAB

Adjusting the Power Mirrors

SELECTOR SWITCH

ADJUSTMENT SWITCH

Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. Be sure to adjust the mirrors before you start driving.

The inside mirror has day and night positions. The night position reduces glare from headlights behind you. Flip the tab on the bottom edge of the mirror to select the day or night position.

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OnallmodelsexceptU.S.DX

1.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

2.

Move the selector switch to L (driver’s side) or R (passenger’s side).

3.

4.

Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to move the mirror right, left, up, or down.

When you finish, move the selector switch to the center (off) position. This turns the adjustment switch off to keep your settings.

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Heated Mirrors

Parking Brake

HEATED MIRROR BUTTON

PARKING BRAKE LEVER

OnAllEX-L,CanadianLX,EX,andSi models The outside mirrors are heated to remove fog and frost. With the ignition switch in the ON (II) position, turn on the heaters by pressing the button. The indicator in the button comes on as a reminder. Press the button again to turn the heaters off. Pressing this button also turns the rear window defogger on and off.

To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up fully. To release it, pull up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever. The parking brake indicator on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released (see page

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Mirrors, Parking Brake

Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is driven with the parking brake on.

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Interior Lights

Ceiling Light

DOOR ACTIVATED

ON

OFF

The ceiling light has a three-position switch; ON (right), Door Activated, and OFF (left). In the Door Activated (center) position, the light comes on when you:

Open any door. Remove the key from the ignition. Unlock the doors with the key or the remote transmitter.

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After all doors are closed tightly, the light(s) dims slightly, then fades out in about 30 seconds.

If you do not open any door after you unlock the driver’s door or remove the key from the ignition switch, the light(s) fades out in about 30
seconds.

If you leave any door open without the key in the ignition switch, the ceiling light(s) will go off after 3
minutes.

SWITCHES

OFF

DOOR ACTIVATED

Onmodelswithmoonroof The front ceiling light has a two- position switch; Door Activated and OFF.

Spotlights Onmodelswithmoonroof The front ceiling light has two spotlights. Push the spotlight lenses to turn them on and off.

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Interior Lights, Interior Convenience Items

Interior Convenience Items

CONSOLE COMPARTMENT

CENTER POCKET

COAT HOOK

COIN BOX

VANITY MIRROR

ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET

OnallLXmodels,andEXandEX-L modelswithoutmoonroof Push on the spotlight lenses to turn the light on and off.

BEVERAGE HOLDERS ＊

If equipped

BEVERAGE HOLDERS

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ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET ＊

GLOVE BOX

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Interior Convenience Items

Beverage Holders Be careful when you are using the beverage holders. A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers. Spilled liquids can damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in the interior.

Open the front beverage holder by sliding its cover backward. The rear seat also has a beverage holder in the center armrest. To use it, pivot the armrest down.

Accessory Power Socket This socket is intended to supply power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less (10
amps). It will not power an automotive type cigarette lighter element.

To use an accessory power socket, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.

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The EX, EX-L, and Si models have another accessory power socket in the center console compartment. When more than one socket is being used, the combined power rating of the accessories should be 120 watts or less (10 amps).

Glove Box Open the glove box by pulling the handle to the left. Close it with a firm push.

An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt.

Always keep the glove box closed while driving.

Console Compartment

LEVER

ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET

CONSOLE COMPARTMENT

Ifequipped To open the console compartment, pull up on the lever, and lift the lid.

To close, lower the lid, and push it down until it latches.

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The heating and air conditioning system in your vehicle provides a comfortable driving environment in all weather conditions.

The standard audio system has many features. This section describes those features and how to use them. (If you have an optional audio system, refer to the operating instructions that came with it.)

AllmodelsexceptU.S.DX Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio system that requires a code number to enable it.

AllU.S.modelsexceptDX The security system helps to dis- courage vandalism and theft of your vehicle.

Using the A/C

Vents, Heating, and A/C

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Audio System Audio System (Models without

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Playing the Radio Playing the XM Satellite

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Radio (Optional)

Playing a Disc Disc Player Error Messages

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Audio System (Models with

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Playing the AM/FM Radio Playing the XM Satellite

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Radio

Playing a Disc Disc Player Error Messages Playing a PC Card PC Card Error Messages

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AM/FM Radio Reception Protecting Your Discs Remote Audio Controls Auxiliary Input Jack Radio Theft Protection Setting the Clock Security System

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Features

Cruise Control

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Vents, Heating, and A/C

Fan Control Dial Turn the dial clockwise to increase the fan speed and airflow. Turn the dial counterclockwise to decrease it.

Temperature Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise increases the temperature of the airflow.

Air Conditioning (A/C) Button Ifequipped This button turns the air conditioning on and off. The indicator in the button is on when the A/C is on.

Recirculation Button When the recirculation indicator is on, air from the vehicle’s interior is sent throughout the system again. When the indicator is off, air is brought in from the outside of the vehicle (fresh air mode).

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FAN CONTROL DIAL

TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL

MODE BUTTONS

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON

AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON

(If equipped)

(All EX-L, Canadian LX, EX, and Si models)

MAX A/C BUTTON

RECIRCULATION BUTTON

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The outside air intakes for the heating and cooling system are at the base of the windshield. Keep this area clear of leaves and other debris.

The system should be left in fresh air mode under almost all conditions. Keeping the system in recirculation mode, particularly with the A/C off, can cause the windows to fog up.

Switch to recirculation mode when driving through dusty or smoky conditions, then return to fresh air mode.

Rear Window Defogger Button This button turns the rear window defogger off and on (see page

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Mode Control Use the mode control buttons to select the vents air flows from. Some air will flow from the dashboard corner vents in all modes.

Air flows from the center and corner vents in the dashboard.

Airflow is divided between the vents in the dashboard and the floor vents.

Air flows from the floor

vents. When you select system automatically switches to fresh air mode.

, the

Airflow is divided between

the floor vents and defroster vents at the base of the windshield.

Air flows from the defroster vents at the base of the windshield.

When you select the system automatically switches to fresh air mode and turns on the A/C (if equipped).

or

Vents, Heating, and A/C

MAX A/C Button Ifequipped The system automatically turns on the A/C, selects , and switches to recirculation mode. Each indicator in the button is on when the MAX A/C is turned on.

Ventilation The flow-through ventilation system draws in outside air, circulates it through the interior, then exhausts it through vents near the rear side panels.

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Set the temperature to the lower limit. Make sure the A/C is off. Select Set the fan to the desired speed.

and fresh air mode.

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Vents, Heating, and A/C

Using the Heater The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air. If the engine is cold, it will be several minutes before you feel warm air coming from the system.

to maximum cool. Select If the outside air is humid, select recirculation mode. If the outside air is dry, select fresh air mode. Set the fan to the desired speed.

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you can

Iftheinteriorisverywarm, cool it down more rapidly by partially opening the windows, turning on the A/C, and setting the fan to maximum speed in fresh air mode.

To cool the interior with MAX A/C: 1. Set the fan to the desired speed. Select MAX A/C. 2. The system automatically turns on the A/C, selects switches to recirculation mode. Make sure the temperature is set to maximum cool.

, and

3.

1. 2. 3.

Select Set the fan to the desired speed. Adjust the warmth of the air with the temperature control dial.

Using the A/C Ifequipped Air conditioning places an extra load on the engine. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 67
turn off the A/C until the gauge reading returns to normal.

). If it moves near the red zone,

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2.

Turn on the A/C by pressing the button. The indicator in the button comes on when a fan speed is selected. Make sure the temperature is set

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Dehumidify the Interior Air conditioning, as it cools, removes moisture from the air. When used in combination with the heater, it makes the interior warm and dry and can prevent the windows from fogging up.

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3. 4.

Turn the fan on. If the A/C is off, turn it on (if equipped). Select Adjust the temperature to your preference.

and fresh air mode.

This setting is suitable for all driving conditions whenever the outside temperature is above 32°F (0°C).

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To Defog and Defrost To remove fog from the inside of the windows:

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Set the fan to the desired speed, or high for faster defrosting. Select

. When you select

, the system automatically

switches to fresh air mode and turns on the A/C (if equipped). The A/C indicator will not come on, if it was previously off. Adjust the temperature so the airflow feels warm. Select rear window. To increase airflow to the windshield, close the corner vents.

to help clear the

When you switch to

, from , the A/C stays on.

or

This helps prevent the windows from rapidly fogging up when the air is suddenly routed away from the windshield. If you want to turn the A/C off, press and release the A/C button twice. The indicator in the button comes on and then goes off.

To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice From the Windows 1.

. When you select

Select

, the system automatically

switches to fresh air mode and turns on the A/C (if equipped). The A/C indicator will not come on, if it was previously off. Select Set the fan and temperature controls to maximum level.

2. 3.

Vents, Heating, and A/C

To clear the windows faster, you can close the dashboard corner vents by rotating the wheel next to each vent. This sends more warm air to the windshield defroster vents. Once the windshield is clear, select fresh air mode to avoid fogging the windows.

For your safety, make sure you have a clear view through all the windows before driving.

To Turn Everything Off Turning the fan speed control dial all the way to the left shuts the system off.

Keep the system off for short periods only.

To keep stale air and mustiness from collecting, you should have the fan running at all times.

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Audio System

An audio system is standard on all models except the U.S. DX. Read the appropriate pages (as shown below) to use your vehicle’s audio system.

For vehicles without navigation through system, see pages

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Models without navigation system All models except Si

For vehicles with navigation system, see pages

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If your vehicle has a different audio system, refer to its manual for operating instructions.

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Si model

Models with navigation system U.S. EX, EX-L, and Si models

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Audio System (Models without navigation system)

Simodelonly Your audio system shows a welcome message on the display when you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) position. You can see a message ‘‘WELCOME’’ on the display when your vehicle was new.

You can also customize this welcome message to your liking with the audio controls.

To Customize a Message You can set up to about 16
characters on the display.

To select a character:

1.

Make sure the audio system is off.

2.

Push and hold the TUNE knob, then push the power/volume knob on the audio control panel. You will see the first letter blinking.

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POWER/VOLUME KNOB

TUNE KNOB

SEEK BUTTON

3.

Turn the TUNE knob to change a letter.

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Push the top of the SEEK button to select the next segment, then turn the TUNE knob to select a letter. Repeat this procedure to set your message.

To change the letter, select the previous segment by pushing the bottom of the SEEK button.

The system will return to the audio display about 5 seconds after you stop selecting a letter.

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Playing the Radio

All models except Si

Si model

SCAN BUTTON

AM BUTTON

FM BUTTON

AUTO SELECT BUTTON

AM/FM BUTTON

AUTO SELECT BUTTON

SCAN BUTTON

PWR/VOL KNOB

SEEK BUTTON

PWR/VOL KNOB

SEEK BUTTON

PRESET BUTTONS

TUNE/SOUND KNOB

PRESET BUTTONS

TUNE/SOUND KNOB

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The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. Turn the system on by pushing the power/volume knob or the AM or FM button (the AM/FM button). Adjust the volume by turning the power/volume knob.

The band and frequency that the radio was last tuned to is displayed. To change bands, press the AM/FM button (AM or FM button). On the FM band, ST will be displayed if the station is broadcasting in stereo. Stereo reproduction in AM is not available.

To Select a Station You can use any of five methods to find radio stations on the selected band: tune, seek, scan, the preset buttons, and auto select.

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Use the TUNE knob to

TUNE tune the radio to a desired frequency. Turn the knob right to tune to a higher frequency, or left to tune to a lower frequency.

If you do nothing, the system will then scan for the next strong station and play it for 10 seconds. When it plays a station you want to listen to, press the SCAN button again.

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The SEEK function

SEEK searches up and down from the current frequency to find a station with a strong signal. To activate it, press the side of the SEEK button, then release it.

or

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SCAN The scan function samples all stations with strong signals on the selected band. To activate it, press the SCAN button, then release it. You will see SCAN in the display. The system will scan for a station with a strong signal. When it finds one, it will stop and play that station for about 10 seconds.

Each side of the buttons

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Preset (1 through 6) can store one frequency on AM, and two frequencies on FM.

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2.

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4.

Select the desired band, AM or FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store twelve stations.

Use the tune, seek, or scan function to tune the radio to a desired station.

Pick a preset number (1
hold it until you hear a beep.

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6), and

Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store a total of six stations on AM and twelve stations on FM.

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If you are

AUTO SELECT traveling far from home and can no longer receive your preset stations, you can use the auto select feature to find stations in the local area.

Press the A. SEL button. ‘‘A.SEL’’ flashes in the display, and the system goes into scan mode for several seconds. It stores the frequencies of six AM, and twelve FM stations in the preset buttons.

Audio System (Models without navigation system)

You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed after pressing a preset button if auto select cannot find a strong station for every preset button.

If you do not like the stations auto select has stored, you can store other frequencies on the preset buttons as previously described.

Toturnoffautoselect, press the A. SEL (auto select) button. This restores the presets you originally set.

Adjusting the Sound Press the SOUND (TUNE) knob repeatedly to display the bass (BAS), treble (TRE), fader (FAD), balance (BAL), and speed-sensitive volume compensation (SVC) settings.

Each mode is shown in the display as it changes. Turn the SOUND (TUNE) knob to adjust the setting to your liking. When the level reaches the center, you will see ‘‘ ’’ in the display. The system will automatically return the display to the selected audio mode about 5
seconds after you stop adjusting a mode.

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Treble/Bass BASS modes to adjust the tone to your liking.

Use the TREBLE/

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These two

Balance/Fader modes adjust the strength of the sound coming from each speaker. BALANCE adjusts the side-to-side strength, while FADER adjusts the front-to-back strength.

Audio System Lighting You can use the instrument panel brightness control buttons to adjust the illumination of the audio system (see page illuminates when the parking lights are on, even if the radio is off.

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Speed-sensitive volume compensation (SVC) The SVC − mode controls the volume based on vehicle speed. The faster you go, the louder the audio volume becomes. As you slow down, the audio volume decreases.

The SVC has four modes; SVC OFF, SVC LOW, SVC MID, and SVC HIGH. The default setting is MID. Turn the SOUND (TUNE) knob to adjust the setting to your liking. If you feel the sound is too loud, choose low. If you feel the sound is too quiet, choose high.

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Playing the XM Satellite Radio OptionalonU.S.EX,EX-L,andSi models Your audio system is capable of receiving XM Satellite Radio anywhere in the United States, except Hawaii and Alaska.

XM is a registered trademark of XM Satellite Radio, Inc.

XM satellite radio receives signals from two satellites to produce clear, high-quality digital reception. It offers many channels in several categories. Along with a large selection of different types of music, XM satellite radio allows you to view channel and category selections in the display.

Audio System (Models without navigation system)

POWER/VOLUME KNOB

DISPLAY BUTTON

SCAN BUTTON

AUX BUTTON

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TUNE KNOB

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