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comes on at any other time, it indicates that the passenger’s side airbag has automatically shut off. For more information, see page 30

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

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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 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’s fuel system will be disabled (see page

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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 pages ). and Replace the bulb as soon as possible, since other drivers cannot see that you are signaling.

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When you press the hazard warning button, both turn signal indicators and all turn signals on the outside of the vehicle flash.

‘‘Daytime Running Lights’’ Indicator

If this indicator comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position and the parking brake is released, it means there is a problem with a circuit. Have your vehicle checked by your dealer.

High Beam Indicator

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

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This indicator also comes on with reduced brightness when the daytime running lights (DRL) are on (see page

74

).

Fog Light Indicator

Simodelonly This indicator comes on when you turn on the fog lights. For more information, see page

74

Instrument Panel Indicators

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 and remove the key from the ignition switch.

Trunk-open Indicator

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

Door-open Indicator

This indicator comes on if any door is not closed tightly.

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Instrument Panel Indicators

Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System Indicator

Ifequipped 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 if 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. See page for more information on the 278
VSA system.

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VSA Activation Indicator

Ifequipped 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

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).

It comes on along with the VSA system indicator if there is a problem with the VSA system.

This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) for more position. See page information on the VSA system.

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Electric Power Steering (EPS) Indicator

SiandCanadianDX-Gwithmanual transmissionmodels 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. 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 not turn off immediately. If it does not go off after driving a short distance, 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 off, making the vehicle harder to steer.

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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 due to overheating of the steering gearbox.

Low Tire Pressure Indicator

U.S.modelsonly This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it comes on while driving, it indicates that one or more of your vehicle’s tires are significantly low on pressure.

If this happens, pull to the side of the road when it is safe, check which tire has lost the pressure, and determine the cause. If it is because of a flat tire, replace the flat tire with the compact spare (see page ), and have the flat tire repaired as soon as possible. If two or more tires are underinflated, call a professional towing service (see page information, see page

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Instrument Panel Indicators

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Indicator

U.S.modelsonly This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

If this indicator comes on and stays 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 TPMS. With this indicator on, the low tire pressure indicator will not come on when a tire loses pressure. Take the vehicle to your dealer to have the system checked.

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Instrument Panel Indicators

Rev Limit Indicator

Cruise Main Indicator

Low Fuel Indicator

REV LIMIT INDICATOR

Simodelonly This indicator shows you when the engine speed is near the tachometer’s red zone. When the engine speed gets to near the red zone, the indicator blinks. If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in, the indicator stays on, and you may feel the engine cut in and out due to the engine speed limiter (see page

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To protect the engine from damage, never drive with the tachometer in its red zone.

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Ifequipped This indicator comes on when you turn on the cruise control system by pressing the CRUISE button (see page

208

).

Cruise Control Indicator

Ifequipped This indicator comes on when you set the cruise control. See page 208
cruise control.

for information on operating the

Washer Level Indicator

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

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).

LOW FUEL INDICATOR

This indicator is in the fuel gauge. It comes on as a reminder that you must refuel soon. When the indicator comes on, there are about 1.9 US gal (7.5 ) of fuel remaining in the tank.

When the needle reaches E, there is a very small amount of fuel in the tank.

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Maintenance Minder Indicator

This indicator reminds you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. The maintenance main items and sub items will be displayed in the information display. See page more information on the maintenance minder.

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This indicator goes off when your dealer resets it after completing the required maintenance service.

Instrument Panel Indicators

Security System Indicator

Except Si

Malfunction Indicator Lamp 350

See page

Si

SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR

Ifequipped This indicator comes on when the security system is set. See page for more information on the 207
security system.

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 349

Charging System Indicator

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

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TEMPERATURE GAUGE

SPEEDOMETER

TACHOMETER

Display Change Button Press and hold until the speedometer, trip meter, and odometer readings switch between miles per hour and kilometers per hour. A beeper will sound.

FUEL GAUGE

ODOMETER/OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR

TRIP METER

INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS CONTROL BUTTONS

INFORMATION DISPLAY

SEL/RESET BUTTON DISPLAY CHANGE BUTTON

U.S. model with A/T is shown.

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To switch the information display between the odometer, trip meter, outside temperature (if equipped), and engine oil life and maintenance item code(s), press the SEL/RESET button repeatedly.

Odometer This shows the total distance your vehicle has been driven. It measures miles or kilometers. 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.

Information Display : Press the SEL/ RESET button.

TRIP METER A

ODOMETER

OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR

ENGINE OIL LIFE

TRIP METER B

U.S. model with outside temperature indicator is shown.

: Press the SEL/ RESET button.

ODOMETER

TRIP METER A

TRIP METER B

ENGINE OIL LIFE

U.S. model without outside temperature indicator is shown.

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TripMeter This meter shows the number of miles or kilometers driven since you last reset it.

There are two trip meters: TRIP A and TRIP B. Switch between these displays by pressing the SEL/ 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 SEL/RESET button until the number resets to ‘‘0.0.’’

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OutsideTemperatureIndicator Ifequipped This indicator displays the outside temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S. models) or Celsius (Canadian models). To see the outside temperature, press and release the SEL/RESET button until the temperature is shown on the information display.

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 19 mph (30 km/h).

The sensor delays the display update until it reaches the correct outside temperature. This may take several minutes.

If the outside temperature is incorrectly displayed, you can adjust it up to cooler.

3°C) warmer or

5°F (

±

±

The temperature must be

NOTE: stabilized before doing this procedure.

Select the outside temperature display, then press and hold the SEL/RESET button for 10 seconds. The following sequence will appear for 1 second each: 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 5, − 1, 0 (U.S.) or 0, 1, 2, − − − − 3,

4, 2, − − −

1, 0 (Canada).

3,

3,

2,

When it reaches the desired value, release the SEL/RESET button. You should see the new outside temperature displayed.

In certain weather conditions, temperature readings near freezing (32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice is forming on the road surface.

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CheckFuelCapMessage Your vehicle’s onboard diagnostic system will detect a loose or missing fuel fill cap as an evaporative system leak. The first time a leak is detected a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message appears on the information display. Turn the engine off, and confirm the fuel fill cap is installed. If it is, loosen it, then retighten it until it clicks at least once. The message should go off after several days of normal driving once you tighten or replace the fuel fill cap. To scroll to another display, press the SEL/RESET button. The ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message will appear each time you restart the engine until the system turns the message off.

If the system still detects a leak in your vehicle’s evaporative emissions system, the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) comes on. If the fuel fill cap was not already tightened, turn the engine off, and check or retighten the fuel fill cap until it clicks at least once. The MIL should go off after several days of normal driving once the cap is tightened or replaced. If the MIL does not go off, have your vehicle inspected by a dealer. For more information, see page

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MaintenanceMinder The information display in the instrument panel shows you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is in the ON (II) position. This information helps to keep you aware of the periodic maintenance your vehicle needs for continued trouble- free driving. Refer to page more information.

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Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the engine’s coolant. During normal operation, the reading 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 reading may rise into the upper half of the gauge. If it reaches the red (Hot) mark, pull safely to the side of the road. See page precautions on checking the engine cooling system.

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Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you have. It may show slightly more or less than the actual amount.

Avoid driving with an extremely low f uel level. Running out of f uel could cause the engine to misf ire, damaging the catalytic converter.

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Controls Near the Steering Wheel

HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS (P.73) FOG LIGHTS (P.74)

＊

INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.75)

DISPLAY CHANGE BUTTON (P.66)

SEL/RESET BUTTON (P.66)

VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (P.279) (VSA) OFF SWITCH ＊

WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.72)

PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.30)

HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.76)

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P.76) HEATED MIRRORS (P.105)

＊

＊

REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS ＊ (P.203) BLUETOOH HANDSFREELINK SYSTEM VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.213) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.250) NAVAGATION SYSTEM VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS ＊ Vehicle with navigation system is shown.

HORN ＊

STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT

(P.77)

CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS ＊ (P.208)

To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. If equipped Si model

＊ ＊ ＊ ＊ Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual.

1 : 2 : 3 : 4 :

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Windshield Wipers and Washers

MIST

−

The wipers run at high

speed until you release the lever.

OFF

−

The wipers are not activated.

INT

−

The wipers operate every few seconds. At low speed and high speed, the wipers run continuously.

ADJUSTMENT RING

＊

＊

EX-L, Si, U.S. EX, and Canadian Sport

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

MIST OFF INT LO Low speed HI High speed Windshield washers

Intermittent

− − −

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

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OnEX-L,Si,U.S.EX,andCanadian Sportmodels

The length of the wiper interval is varied automatically according to the vehicle’s speed.

Vary the delay by turning the adjustment ring. If you turn it to the shortest delay position), the wipers change to low speed operation when the vehicle speed exceeds 12
mph (20 km/h).

While the vehicle is stopped and in gear, the wipers sweep the windshield whenever you remove your foot from the brake pedal.

LO

−

The wipers run at low speed.

HI

−

The wipers run at high speed.

−

Windshield Washer

Pull the wiper control lever toward you, and hold it. The washers spray until you release the lever. The wipers run at low speed, then complete one more sweep after you release the lever.

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Turn Signals and Headlights

−

Turn Signal Push down on the lever to signal a left turn and up to signal a right turn. To signal a lane change, push lightly on the lever, and hold it. The lever will return to center when you release it or complete a turn.

−

Turning the ’’ position turns

Headlights On switch to the ‘‘ on the parking lights, taillights, instrument panel lights, side-marker lights, and rear license plate lights.

Turning the switch to the ‘‘ ’’ position turns on the headlights. If you leave the lights on with the key removed from the ignition switch, you will hear a reminder chime when you open the driver’s door.

’’ or ‘‘

When the light switch is in the ‘‘ ’’ position, the lights on indicator comes on as a reminder.

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

Turn Signal OFF Parking and interior lights Headlights on High Beams Flash high beams

−

Push the lever

High Beams forward until you hear a click. The high beam indicator will come on (see page return to the low beams.

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To flash the high beams, pull the lever back lightly, then release it. The high beams will stay on as long as you hold the lever back.

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Headlights, Fog Lights

Fog Lights

You can use the fog lights only when the headlights are on low beam. They will go off when the headlights are turned off.

Daytime Running Lights With the headlight switch off or

position, the high beam

headlights come on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and release the parking brake. They remain on until you turn the ignition switch off, even if you set the parking brake.

The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn them on with the switch.

FOG LIGHT SWITCH

OnSimodel Turn the fog lights on and off by turning the switch next to the headlight switch.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS CONTROL BUTTONS

The buttons under the left side vent control the brightness of the instrument panel. Push the or button to adjust the brightness.

＋ −

Separate adjustments can be made when the headlights are on and off.

BRIGHTNESS LEVEL

There are six brightness levels. When you push either button, the information display indicates the current level. You will hear a tone when you reach the maximum or minimum brightness. The display returns to the odometer 5 seconds after you stop adjusting the brightness.

Instrument Panel Brightness

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

or

position.

The center of each meter (upper and lower) illuminates with reduced brightness when you unlock and open the driver’s door, and then goes back to the selected brightness when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

If you insert the key but do not turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, the illumination turns off in about 10 seconds.

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Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Defogger

Hazard Warning Button

Rear Window Defogger

EX-L, Canadian Sport, and Si

The rear window defogger will clear fog, frost, and thin ice from the window. Push the defogger button to turn it on and off. The indicator in the button comes on to show the defogger is on. If you do not turn it off, the defogger will shut itself off after about 15 minutes. It also shuts off when you turn off the ignition switch. You have to turn the defogger on again when you restart the vehicle.

Push the button to turn on the hazard warning lights (four-way flashers). This causes all four outside turn signals and both turn indicators in the instrument panel to flash. Use the hazard warning lights if you need to park in a dangerous area near heavy traffic, or if your vehicle is disabled.

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

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

OnAllEX-L,CanadianSport,andSi models Pushing this button also turns the mirror heaters on or off. For more information, see page

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Make any steering wheel adjustment before you start driving.

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

Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped.

1.

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

2.

Move the steering wheel up or down, and in or out, so it points toward your chest, not toward your face. Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and indicators.

Steering Wheel Adjustment

3.

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

4.

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

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Keys and Locks

EX-L, Si, U.S. EX, and Canadian Sport models KEY NUMBER TAG

MASTER KEY WITH REMOTE TRANSMITTER

VALET KEY (Gray)

U.S. LX, LX-S, and Canadian DX-G models

DX model

KEY NUMBER TAG

MASTER KEY WITH REMOTE TRANSMITTER

VALET KEY (Gray)

KEY NUMBER TAG

MASTER KEY (Black)

VALET KEY (Gray)

The master key fits all the locks on your vehicle.

The valet key works only in the ignition and the door locks. You can keep the trunk and trunk release handle locked when you leave your vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility.

You should have received a key number tag with your set of keys. You will need this key number if you ever have to get a key replaced. Use only Honda-approved key blanks.

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Keys and Locks, Immobilizer System

Immobilizer System The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from theft. If an improperly coded key (or other device) is used, the engine’s fuel system is disabled.

When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, the immobilizer system indicator should come on briefly, then go off. If the indicator starts to blink, it means the system does not recognize the coding of the key. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position, remove the key, reinsert it, and turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position again.

The system may not recognize your key’s coding if another immobilizer key or other metal object (i.e. key fob) is near the ignition switch when you insert the key.

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

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

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

These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the immobilizer system. They will not work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged.

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

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

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

The keys without a remote transmitter do not contain batteries. Do not try to take them apart.

Always take the ignition key with you whenever you leave the vehicle alone.

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Immobilizer System, Ignition Switch

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.

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Ignition Switch

If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may make it difficult to turn the key. Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or right as you turn the key.

−

You can

ACCESSORY (I) operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in this position.

The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY (I), ON (II), and START (III).

−

You can insert or

LOCK (0) remove the key only in this position. To turn the key, push it in slightly. If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must also be in park.

−

This is the normal key

ON (II) position when driving. Several of the indicators on the instrument panel come on as a test when you turn the ignition switch from the ACCESSORY (I) to the ON (II) position.

−

Use this position

START (III) only to start the engine. The switch returns to the ON (II) position when you let go of the key.

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You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key in the LOCK (0) or the ACCESSORY (I) position and open the driver’s door. Remove the key to turn off the beeper.

If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be in Park before you can remove the key from the ignition switch.

Removing the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering. This can cause you to lose control of the vehicle.

Remove the key from the ignition switch only when parked.

Door Locks

LOCK TAB

To lock

To unlock

Each door has a lock tab next to the inside door handle. Pull the tab out to lock the door, and push it in to unlock the door.

Ignition Switch, Door Locks

OnDXmodels To lock any passenger’s door when getting out of the vehicle, pull the lock tab out, and close the door. To lock the driver’s door, pull and hold the outside door handle, then pull the lock tab out. Release the handle, then close the door.

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Door Locks

Power Door Locks

To lock

To unlock

MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH

OnallmodelsexceptDX To lock the doors, push the top of the master door lock switch on either front door, pull out the lock tab on the driver’s door, or use the key in the outside lock on the driver’s door.

Pushing the bottom of either master door lock switch unlocks all doors.

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The lock tab on the passenger’s door locks and unlocks only that door. Pushing in the driver’s door lock tab only unlocks the driver’s door. To unlock only the driver’s door from the outside, turn the key and release it. If you turn it again, all doors unlock.

To lock the passenger’s door when getting out of the vehicle, pull out the lock tab and close the door. To lock the driver’s door, remove the key from the ignition switch and pull out the lock tab or push the top of the master switch, then close the door.

LockoutPrevention With any door open and the key in the ignition, both master door lock switches are disabled. They are not disabled when all the doors are closed, or when the key is not in the ignition.

Childproof Door Locks

Unlock

Lock

LEVER

The childproof door locks are designed to prevent children seated in the rear from accidentally opening the rear doors. Each rear door has a lock lever near the edge. With the lever in the LOCK position, the door cannot be opened from the inside regardless of the position of the lock tab. To open the door, push the lock tab in, and use the outside door handle.

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Auto Door Locking/Unlocking OnallmodelsexceptDX Your vehicle has customizable settings for the doors to automatically lock and unlock. There are default settings for each of these features. You can turn off or change the settings for these features as described on the following pages.

When you customize the setting, make sure your vehicle is parked safely, the engine is off, and the parking brake is applied. Make all settings before you start driving.

Door Locks

Auto Door Locking The auto door locking feature has three possible settings:

ToturnofftheAutoDoorLock modes:

The auto door locking is deactivated all the time.

The doors lock whenever you move the shift lever out of the Park (P) position (A/T vehicles).

The doors lock when the vehicle speed reaches 9 mph (15 km/h). This is the default setting.

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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Door Locks

3.

Push and hold the front of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door until you hear a click (after about 5 seconds).

ToprogramtheParkLockmode: Locksalldoorswhentheshiftleveris movedoutofthePark(P)position(A/T vehiclesonly).

4.

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

3.

Push and hold the front of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door. You will hear a click. Keep holding the switch until you hear another click (after about 5
seconds).

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.

2.

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

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ToprogramtheDriveLockmode: Locksalldoorswhenthevehicle’sspeed reachesabout9mph(15km/h).

3.

4.

Door Locks

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

push and hold the

Auto Door Unlocking The auto door unlocking feature has five possible settings:

Push and hold the front of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door. You will hear a click. Keep holding the switch until you hear another click (after about 5
seconds).

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.

A/T models

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.

The auto door unlocking is deactivated all the time.

the driver’s door OnA/Tvehicles, unlocks when you move the shift lever to the Park (P) position. This is the default setting.

All doors unlock when you move the shift lever to the Park (P) position (A/T vehicles).

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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.

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.

2.

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

Door Locks

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

A/T models

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 if 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-L,Si,U.S.EX,andCanadian Sportmodels Press and hold the trunk release button on the remote transmitter.

OnDX,U.S.LX,LX-S,andCanadian DX-Gmodels

MASTER KEY

Use the master key to open the trunk lock. The valet key does not work in this lock.

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

Emergency Trunk Opener

Trunk

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

Carbon

, page

RELEASE LEVER

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-L, Si, U.S. EX, and Canadian Sport models TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON

PANIC BUTTON

UNLOCK BUTTON

LOCK BUTTON

PANIC BUTTON

UNLOCK BUTTON

LOCK BUTTON

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U.S. LX, LX-S, and Canadian DX-G models 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.

OnU.S.LX,LX-S,EX,EX-L,andSi models 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, LX-S, EX, EX-L, and Si models, the security system will also set.

−

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

OnEX-L,Si,U.S.EX,andCanadian Sportmodels 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.