Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Your vehicle has a 17-digit vehicle identification number (VIN) used to register your vehicle for warranty purposes, and for licensing and insuring your vehicle. See the image below for the VIN locations.
Engine Number and Transmission Number See the image below for the locations of your vehicle's engine number and transmission number.
Vehicle Identification Number
1.8 ℓ engine models Engine Number
Manual Transmission Number
Automatic Transmission Number
2.4 ℓ engine models
Engine Number
Manual Transmission Number
350
Certification Label/ Vehicle Identification Number
Devices that Emit Radio Waves
The following products and systems on your vehicle emit radio waves when in operation.
Audio System Bluetooth® Audio Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® Immobilizer System Remote Transmitter U.S. models Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Each of the above complies with the appropriate requirements or the required standards of FCC (Federal Communications Commission) and Industry Canada Standard, described below:
As required by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-Gen/210/310. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
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Reporting Safety Defects
In the U.S. If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424- 9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http:// www.safercar.gov.
In Canada If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform Honda Canada Inc. and you may also inform Transport Canada.
If Transport Canada receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may lead to a recall and remedy campaign. However, Transport Canada cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Honda Canada Inc.
To contact Transport Canada’s Defect Investigations and Recalls Division, you may call 1-800-333-0510. For more information on reporting safety defects or about motor vehicle safety, go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/ roadsafety.
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Emissions Testing
Testing of Readiness Codes Your vehicle uses “readiness codes,” as part of its onboard self diagnostic system. Some states refer to these codes during testing to see if your vehicle's emissions components are working properly. The codes may not be read if you go through the testing just after the battery has gone dead or been disconnected.
To check if they are set, turn the ignition switch to ON (w, without starting the engine. The malfunction indicator lamp will come on for several seconds. If it then goes off, the readiness codes are set. If it blinks five times, the readiness codes are not set.
If you are required to have your vehicle tested before the readiness codes are ready, prepare the vehicle for retesting by doing the following:
1. Fill the gas tank to approximately 3/4 full. 2. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 6 hours or more. 3. Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40°F and 95°F (4°C and 35°C). 4. Start the engine without touching the accelerator pedal, and let it idle for 20
seconds.
5. Keep the vehicle in (P (automatic transmission) or (N (manual transmission). Increase the engine speed to 2,000 rpm, and hold it there for about 3 minutes.
6. Let the engine idle with your foot off the accelerator for 20 seconds.
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1Testing of Readiness Codes
The readiness codes are erased when the battery is disconnected, and set again only after several days of driving under a variety of conditions.
If a testing facility determines that the readiness codes are not set, you may be requested to return at a later date to complete the test.
If the testing facility determines the readiness codes are still not set, see a dealer.
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uuEmissions TestinguTesting of Readiness Codes
7. Select a nearby, lightly traveled major highway where you can maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 minutes. Drive on the highway in (D (automatic) or 5th (manual). Do not use cruise control. When traffic allows, drive for 90 seconds without moving the accelerator pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary slightly; this is okay.) If you cannot do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of traffic conditions, drive for at least 30 seconds, then repeat it two more times (for a total of 90 seconds).
8. Drive in city/suburban traffic for at least 10 minutes. When traffic conditions
allow, let the vehicle coast for several seconds without using the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal.
9. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 30 minutes.
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Warranty Coverages
■ U.S. Owners Your new vehicle is covered by these warranties:
New Vehicle Limited Warranty – covers your new vehicle, except for the emissions control systems and accessories, against defects in materials and workmanship.
Emissions Control Systems Defects Warranty and Emissions Performance Warranty – these two warranties cover your vehicle’s emissions control systems. Time, mileage, and coverage are conditional. Please read your warranty booklet for exact information.
Seat Belt Limited Warranty – a seat belt that fails to function properly is covered by a limited warranty. Please read your warranty booklet for details.
Rust Perforation Limited Warranty – all exterior body panels are covered for rust-through from the inside for the specified time period with no mileage limit.
Accessory Limited Warranty – Honda accessories are covered under this warranty. Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors. Please read your warranty booklet for details.
Replacement Parts Limited Warranty – covers all Honda replacement parts against defects in materials and workmanship.
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uuWarranty Coveragesu
Replacement Battery Limited Warranty – provides prorated coverage for a replacement battery purchased from a dealer.
Replacement Muffler Lifetime Limited Warranty – provides coverage for as long as the purchaser of the muffler owns the vehicle.
Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties. Please read the Honda warranty information booklet that came with your vehicle for precise information on warranty coverages. Your vehicle’s original tires are covered by their manufacturer. Tire warranty information is in a separate booklet.
■ Canadian Owners Please refer to the warranty manual that came with your vehicle.
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Authorized Manuals
■ Service Express For electronic copies of service publications, you can purchase a subscription to Service Express. Visit www.techinfo.honda.com for pricing and options.
■ For U.S. Owners: Manuals can be purchased from Helm Incorporated. You can order a manual by phone at (800) 782-4356 (credit card orders only), or online at www.helminc.com.
1Authorized Manuals
For Canadian Owners: Please contact a dealer to order any manuals that you may require.
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Customer Service Information
Honda dealership personnel are trained professionals.
1Customer Service Information
They should be able to answer all your questions. If you encounter a problem that your dealership does not solve to your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership's service manager or general manager. If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership's management, contact Honda Customer Services.
U.S. Owners:
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Honda Automobile Customer Services
Mail Stop 500-2N-7A
1919 Torrance Blvd.
Torrance, CA 90501-2746
Tel: (800) 999-1009
Canadian Owners:
Honda Canada Inc.
Customer Relations
180 Honda Boulevard
Markham, ON
L6C 0H9
Tel: 1-888-9-HONDA-9
Fax: 1-877-939-0909
E-mail: [email protected]
When you call or write, please give us the following information: • Vehicle Identification Number
2 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
P. 350
• Date of purchase • Odometer reading of your vehicle • Your name, address, and telephone number • A detailed description of the problem • Name of the dealer who sold the vehicle to you
In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin
Islands:
Bella International
P.O. Box 190816
San Juan, PR 00919-0816
Tel: (787) 620-7546
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Index
Index
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 243
Accessories and Modifications ................ 251
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 139
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 275
Engine Oil ............................................... 268
Washer ................................................... 281
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 268
Adjusting
Armrest .................................................. 134
Front Seats.............................................. 127
Head Restraints....................................... 130
Mirrors.................................................... 126
Rear Seats............................................... 133
Steering Wheel ....................................... 125
Temperature ............................................. 84
Air Conditioning System
(Climate Control System) ....................... 146
Changing the Mode................................ 147
Defrosting the Windshield
and Windows........................................ 147
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 308
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 147
Sensor .................................................... 148
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 146
Air Conditioning System
(Heating and Cooling System)............... 142
Cooling................................................... 144
Defrosting the Windshield
and Windows........................................ 145
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 308
Heating ................................................... 143
Air Pressure ............................... 298, 347, 349
Airbags ........................................................ 37
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 43
After a Collision......................................... 40
Airbag Care............................................... 49
Event Data Recorder .................................. 22
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 40
Indicator.............................................. 47, 69
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 48
Sensors...................................................... 37
Side Airbags .............................................. 44
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 46
AM/FM Radio .................................... 154, 159
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 243
Indicator.................................................... 69
Armrest ..................................................... 134
Audio Remote Controls............................ 157
Audio System ............................................ 150
Adjusting the Sound........................ 153, 158
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 151
Error Messages ........................................ 175
General Information ................................ 178
Internet Radio.......................................... 168
MP3/WMA ...................................... 155, 162
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 170
Reactivating............................................. 152
Recommended CDs ................................. 178
Recommended Devices............................ 180
Remote Controls ..................................... 157
Security Code.......................................... 152
Theft Protection ...................................... 152
USB Adapter Cable.................................. 151
USB Flash Drives...................................... 180
Authorized Manuals ................................ 357
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking................. 105
Customize......................................... 91, 106
Automatic Lighting .................................. 119
Automatic Transmission........................... 226
Creeping ................................................. 226
Fluid........................................................ 277
Kickdown................................................ 226
Operating the Shift Lever................... 16, 228
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 334
Shifting ................................................... 227
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 151
Average Fuel Economy ........................ 80, 83
Average Speed ........................................... 83
Battery ...................................................... 306
Charging System Indicator................. 67, 337
Jump Starting.......................................... 331
Maintenance (Checking the Battery)........ 306
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 307
Belts (Seat).................................................. 30
Beverage Holders ..................................... 138
Bluetooth® Audio ..................................... 173
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®..................... 181
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 61
359
Brake System............................................. 241
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 243
Brake Assist System ................................. 244
Fluid ........................................................ 280
Foot Brake ............................................... 242
Indicator ............................................ 66, 339
Parking Brake .......................................... 241
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel).... 123
Bulb Replacement..................................... 282
Brake/Taillights, Rear Turn Signal Lights and
Rear Side Marker Lights ......................... 291
Fog Lights................................................ 286
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker
Lights..................................................... 289
Headlights ............................................... 282
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 294
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 293
Taillights and Back-Up Lights ................... 292
Bulb Specifications............................ 346, 348
Carbon Monoxide Gas................................ 62
Carrying Cargo.................................. 215, 217
CD Player ........................................... 155, 162
Center Pocket............................................ 137
Certification Label .................................... 350
Changing Bulbs......................................... 282
Charging System Indicator ................. 67, 337
Child Safety................................................. 50
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 104
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 111
Child Seat.................................................... 50
Booster Seats ............................................ 61
Child Seat for Infants................................. 52
Child Seat for Small Children..................... 53
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt.................................................. 57
Larger Children ......................................... 60
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 52
Selecting a Child Seat................................ 54
Using a Tether........................................... 59
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 104
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 311
Cleaning the Interior................................ 309
Climate Control System............................ 146
Changing the Mode ................................ 146
Defrosting the Windshield
and Windows ........................................ 147
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 308
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 147
Sensors ................................................... 148
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 146
Clock............................................................ 98
Clutch Fluid............................................... 280
Coat Hook................................................. 140
Compact Spare Tire .................. 315, 347, 349
Console Compartment ............................. 136
Controls....................................................... 97
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 275
Adding to the Radiator............................ 276
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 275
High Temperature Indicator ...................... 69
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 73
Overheating............................................ 335
Creeping (Automatic Transmission)........ 226
Cruise Control .......................................... 233
Indicator ................................................... 74
Cup Holders.............................................. 138
Customer Service Information ................ 358
Customized Features ................................. 85
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 121
Dead Battery ............................................ 331
Defrosting the Windshield
and Windows ................................. 145, 147
Devices that Emit Radio Waves............... 351
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 118
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 126
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 269
Directional Signals (Turn Signal)............. 118
Display/Information Button ...................... 81
Door Mirrors............................................. 126
Doors .......................................................... 99
Auto Door Locking.................................. 105
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 105
Door Open Indicator ........................... 29, 70
Keys.......................................................... 99
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Inside...................................... 103
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Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Outside................................... 101
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 102
DOT Tire Quality Grading........................ 300
Driving ...................................................... 213
Automatic Transmission .......................... 226
Braking ................................................... 241
Cruise Control ........................................ 233
Shifting Gear .................................. 227, 229
Starting the Engine ................................. 223
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 308
Eco Assist System.......................................... 7
ECON Button ............................................ 232
Elapsed Time .............................................. 83
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ........................................... 71, 339
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............ 236
Emergency................................................ 344
Emergency Trunk Opener ....................... 111
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 353
Engine....................................................... 350
Coolant .................................................. 275
Jump Starting ......................................... 331
Oil .......................................................... 268
Starting................................................... 223
Switch Buzzer ......................................... 117
Engine Coolant ........................................ 275
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 276
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 275
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 69
Low Temperature Indicator........................ 73
Overheating ............................................ 335
Engine Oil ................................................. 268
Adding .................................................... 271
Checking................................................. 269
Displaying Oil Life ............................ 257, 261
Low Oil Pressure Indicator.................. 66, 337
Recommended Engine Oil........................ 268
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System ............................................... 71, 339
Exhaust Gas Hazard
(Carbon Monoxide) .................................. 62
Exterior Care (Cleaning)........................... 311
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 126
Features..................................................... 149
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 308
Oil ........................................................... 272
Flat Tire ..................................................... 315
Floor Mats ................................................. 310
Fluids
Automatic Transmission........................... 277
Brake/Clutch............................................ 280
Engine Coolant........................................ 275
Manual Transmission ............................... 278
Windshield Washer.................................. 281
Fog Light Indicator..................................... 72
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 133
Foot Brake ................................................ 242
Front Airbags (SRS)..................................... 40
Front Seats................................................ 127
Adjusting ................................................ 127
Fuel...................................................... 17, 247
Economy ................................................. 250
Gauge....................................................... 77
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 77, 84
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 68
Range ................................................. 80, 83
Recommendation .................................... 247
Refueling................................................. 247
Fuel Economy ........................................... 250
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 17, 249
Message.................................................. 338
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 17, 248
Fuses.......................................................... 341
Inspecting and Changing......................... 343
Locations......................................... 341, 342
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 250
Gauge....................................................... 77
Information ............................................. 247
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 77, 84
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 68
Refueling................................................. 247
361
Gauges......................................................... 77
Gear Shift Lever Positions
Automatic Transmission........................... 227
Manual Transmission ............................... 230
Glass (care) ................................................ 312
Glove Box .................................................. 136
Halogen Bulbs................................... 282, 286
Handling the Unexpected........................ 313
HandsFreeLink® (HFL) ............................... 181
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and
Call History ............................................ 197
Automatic Transferring ............................ 195
Caller’s ID Information ............................. 195
HFL Buttons............................................. 181
HFL Menus .............................................. 183
HFL Status Display.................................... 182
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 182
Making a Call .......................................... 201
Options During a Call .............................. 206
Phone Setup ............................................ 188
Receiving a Call ....................................... 205
Speed Dial ............................................... 198
Text Message................................... 193, 207
To Clear the System................................. 196
To Create a Security PIN........................... 194
Hazard Warning Button............................... 2
Head Restraints......................................... 130
Headlights................................................. 118
Aiming .................................................... 282
Automatic Operation............................... 119
Dimming ......................................... 118, 121
Operating................................................ 118
Heaters (Seat) ........................................... 141
Heating and Cooling System ................... 142
Cooling ................................................... 144
Defrosting the Windshield
and Windows ........................................ 145
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 308
Heating ................................................... 143
HFL (HandsFreeLink®)............................... 181
High Beam Indicator .................................. 72
Identification Numbers ............................ 350
Engine and Transmission ......................... 350
Vehicle Identification ............................... 350
Ignition Switch ......................................... 117
Illumination Control................................. 123
Knob....................................................... 123
i-MID ........................................................... 81
Immobilizer System .................................. 112
Indicator.................................................... 73
Indicators .................................................... 66
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)..................... 69
Charging System ............................... 67, 337
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 74, 234
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 74, 233
Daytime Running Lights ............................ 71
Door Open.......................................... 29, 70
ECON Mode ..................................... 74, 232
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System ............................................ 71, 339
Fog Light .................................................. 72
High Beam................................................ 72
High Temperature..................................... 69
Immobilizer System ................................... 73
i-VTEC ................................................ 74, 78
Lights On .................................................. 72
Low Fuel ................................................... 68
Low Oil Pressure ............................... 66, 337
Low Temperature...................................... 73
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............ 71, 238, 239
Maintenance Minder......................... 74, 257
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 67, 338
Parking Brake and Brake System ....... 66, 339
REV..................................................... 74, 78
Seat Belt Reminder.............................. 31, 68
Security System Alarm............................... 73
Shift Lever Position.................................... 67
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 47, 69
System Message ....................................... 72
Transmission ............................................. 68
Trunk Open .............................................. 71
Turn Signal ............................................... 72
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist)
System ............................................ 70, 236
VSA® OFF.......................................... 70, 237
Washer Level ............................................ 74
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Information .............................................. 345
Information Display ................................... 79
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 77, 84
Instrument Panel........................................ 65
Brightness Control .................................. 123
intelligent Multi-Information Display
(i-MID)....................................................... 81
Interior Lights........................................... 135
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 126
i-VTEC and REV Indicators ......................... 78
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench)........................ 318
Jump Starting........................................... 331
Key Number Tag ...................................... 100
Keyless Lockout Prevention..................... 102
Keys............................................................. 99
Lockout Prevention ................................. 102
Master Keys .............................................. 99
Number Tag............................................ 100
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 104
Remote Transmitter ................................ 101
Types and Functions.................................. 99
Valet Key ................................................ 100
Won’t Turn ............................................... 20
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ...... 226
Language (HFL)......................................... 182
LATCH (Child Seats) .................................... 55
Lights................................................. 118, 282
Automatic ............................................... 119
Bulb Replacement.................................... 282
Daytime Running Lights........................... 121
Fog Lights................................................ 121
High Beam Indicator .................................. 72
Interior .................................................... 135
Light Switches ......................................... 118
Lights On Indicator .................................... 72
Turn Signals............................................. 118
Load Limits................................................ 217
Locking/Unlocking...................................... 99
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking.................. 105
Childproof Door Locks............................. 104
From Inside.............................................. 103
From Outside........................................... 101
Keys .......................................................... 99
Using a Key ............................................. 102
Lockout Prevention System...................... 102
Low Battery Charge.................................. 337
Low Fuel Indicator...................................... 68
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 66, 337
Lower Anchors............................................ 55
Lubricant Specifications Chart ......... 346, 348
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 217
Maintenance............................................. 253
Battery .................................................... 306
Brake/Clutch Fluid ................................... 280
Cleaning ................................................. 309
Climate Control System........................... 308
Coolant................................................... 275
Heating and Cooling System ................... 308
Maintenance MinderTM ............................ 257
Oil........................................................... 269
Precautions ............................................. 254
Radiator .................................................. 276
Remote Transmitter................................. 307
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 282
Safety...................................................... 255
Service Items ................................... 259, 263
Tires ........................................................ 297
Transmission Fluid ................................... 277
Under the Hood ...................................... 265
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............. 67, 338
Manual Transmission ............................... 229
Map Lights................................................ 135
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 217
Meters, Gauges........................................... 77
Mirrors ...................................................... 126
Adjusting ................................................ 126
Door ....................................................... 126
Exterior ................................................... 126
Interior Rearview ..................................... 126
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 251
Moonroof ................................................. 116
363
MP3............................................ 155, 162, 170
Numbers (Identification) .......................... 350
Odometer.............................................. 79, 82
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 268
Adding .................................................... 271
Checking ................................................. 269
Displaying Oil Life ............................ 257, 261
Low Oil Pressure Indicator.................. 66, 337
Recommended Engine Oil........................ 268
Viscosity .................................................. 268
Opening/Closing
Hood ....................................................... 267
Moonroof................................................ 116
Power Windows ...................................... 114
Trunk....................................................... 109
Outside Temperature Display .................... 84
Overheating.............................................. 335
Pandora® ................................................... 169
Panic Mode ............................................... 113
Parking ...................................................... 245
Parking Brake............................................ 241
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator ............................................ 66, 339
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 48
Passing Indicators ..................................... 118
Power Windows ....................................... 114
Precautions While Driving ....................... 225
Rain ........................................................ 225
Pregnant Women ....................................... 35
Puncture (Tire).................................. 315, 322
Radiator .................................................... 276
Radio (AM/FM) ................................. 154, 159
Radio Data System (RDS) ......................... 161
Range .................................................... 80, 83
RDS (Radio Data System) ......................... 161
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing)....... 353
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button ..................................................... 124
Rear Seats (Folding Down) ...................... 133
Rearview Camera ..................................... 246
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 126
Refueling .................................................. 247
Fuel Gauge................................................ 77
Gasoline.................................. 247, 346, 348
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 68
Regulations............................... 239, 300, 351
Remote Transmitter ................................. 101
Replacement
Battery .................................................... 307
Bulbs....................................................... 282
Fuses............................................... 341, 342
Tires........................................................ 303
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 295
Reporting Safety Defects......................... 352
Resetting a Trip Meter......................... 79, 82
Safe Driving................................................ 25
Safety Check............................................... 29
Safety Labels .............................................. 63
Safety Message .......................................... 23
Seat Belts .................................................... 30
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor ................. 34
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 32
Checking .................................................. 36
Fastening .................................................. 33
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt ................................................. 57
Pregnant Women...................................... 35
Reminder .................................................. 31
Warning Indicator ............................... 31, 68
Seat Heaters ............................................. 141
Seats.......................................................... 127
Adjusting ................................................ 127
Front Seats.............................................. 127
Rear Seats............................................... 133
Seat Heaters ........................................... 141
Security System ........................................ 112
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 73
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 73
364
Select Lever ................................ 16, 227, 229
Operation ................................. 16, 228, 229
Releasing ................................................ 334
Won’t Move ........................................... 334
Select/Reset Knob ................................ 79, 82
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 54
Selector Knob (Audio) ............................. 156
Setting the Clock........................................ 98
Shift Lever .................................. 16, 227, 229
Shift Lever Position Indicator ............ 67, 228
Shifting (Transmission) .................... 227, 229
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 34
Side Airbags ............................................... 44
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 46
SMS Text Message............................ 193, 207
Snow Tires ................................................ 305
Spare Tire ................................. 315, 347, 349
Spark Plugs ....................................... 346, 348
Specifications ........................................... 346
Specified Fuel ........................... 247, 346, 348
Speedometer.............................................. 77
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................ 40
Starting the Engine.................................. 223
Does Not Start ........................................ 330
Engine Switch Buzzer.............................. 117
Jump Starting ......................................... 331
Steering Wheel ........................................ 125
Adjusting ................................................ 125
Stopping ................................................... 245
Summer Tires............................................ 305
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 40
Switches
(Around the Steering Wheel) ........ 2, 3, 117
System Message Indicator.......................... 72
Tachometer................................................. 77
Temperature
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 69
Low Temperature Indicator........................ 73
Outside Temperature Display ..................... 84
Temperature Sensor ................................... 84
Text Message .................................... 193, 207
Time (Setting) ............................................. 98
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ..................................................... 238
Indicator............................................ 71, 340
Tire Repair Kit........................................... 322
Tires ........................................................... 297
Air Pressure ............................. 298, 347, 349
Checking and Maintaining....................... 297
Inspection................................................ 297
Labeling .................................................. 298
Puncture (Flat Tire)................................... 315
Regulations ............................................. 300
Rotation .................................................. 304
Spare Tire ................................ 315, 347, 349
Summer .................................................. 305
Tire Chains .............................................. 305
Tire Repair Kit.......................................... 322
Wear Indicators ....................................... 302
Winter..................................................... 305
Tools.......................................................... 314
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 219
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 220
Load Limits.............................................. 219
Towing Your Vehicle................................ 222
Emergency .............................................. 344
TPMS
(Tire Pressure Monitoring System) ........ 238
Indicator............................................ 71, 340
Transmission ..................................... 227, 229
Automatic ............................................... 227
Fluid................................................ 277, 278
Manual ................................................... 229
Number................................................... 350
Shift Lever Position Indicator.............. 67, 228
Trip Meter............................................. 79, 82
Troubleshooting....................................... 313
Blown Fuse...................................... 341, 342
Brake Pedal Vibrates.................................. 20
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 21
Emergency Towing.................................. 344
Engine Won’t Start.................................. 330
Noise When Braking.................................. 21
Overheating ............................................ 335
Premium Gasoline ........................... 247, 348
Puncture/Flat Tire ............................ 315, 322
Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 20, 104
Select Lever Won’t Move......................... 334
Warning Indicators .................................... 66
365
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 355
Watts................................................. 346, 348
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 302
Wheel Cover ............................................. 319
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 318
Window Washers ..................................... 122
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 281
Switch..................................................... 122
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 114
Windshield................................................ 122
Cleaning ................................................. 312
Defrosting/Defogging...................... 145, 147
Washer Fluid ........................................... 281
Wiper Blades ........................................... 295
Wipers and Washers................................ 122
Winter Tires .............................................. 305
Snow Tires .............................................. 305
Tire Chains .............................................. 305
Wipers and Washers................................. 122
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 295
WMA ......................................... 155, 162, 170
Worn Tires ................................................ 297
Trunk ......................................................... 109
Lid ........................................................... 109
Light Bulb ........................................ 346, 348
Turn Signals............................................... 118
Indicators (Instrument Panel)...................... 72
Unlocking the Doors................................. 101
Unlocking the Front Doors
from the Inside........................................ 103
USB Adapter Cable ........................... 150, 151
USB Flash Drives........................................ 180
Valet Key ................................................... 100
Vanity Mirrors............................................... 5
Vehicle Identification Number................. 350
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) .................. 236
Off Button ............................................... 237
Off Indicator .............................................. 70
System Indicator ........................................ 70
Viscosity (Oil)............................. 268, 347, 349
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 236
Wallpaper.................................................... 92
Warning and Information Messages......... 75
Warning Indicator On/Blinking................ 337
Warning Labels........................................... 63
366
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Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
2 Safe Driving P. 25
For Safe Driving P. 26
Seat Belts P. 30
Airbags P. 37
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover) represent features and equipment that are available on some, but not all, models. Your particular model may not have some of these features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and Canada.
The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.
2 Instrument Panel P. 65
Indicators P. 66
Gauges and Displays P. 77
2 Controls P. 97
Setting the Clock P. 98
Opening and Closing the Moonroof * P. 116
Adjusting the Seats P. 127
Climate Control System * P. 146
Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 99
2 Features P. 149
Audio System P. 150
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
* P. 181
Audio System Basic Operation P. 153, 156
2 Driving P. 213
Before Driving P. 214
Rearview Camera * P. 246
Towing a Trailer P. 219
Refueling P. 247
Fuel Economy P. 250
2 Maintenance P. 253
Before Performing Maintenance P. 254 Maintenance MinderTM P. 257
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 295
Heating and Cooling System*/Climate Control System* Maintenance P. 308
2 Handling the Unexpected P. 313
Tools P. 314
Overheating P. 335
If a Tire Goes Flat P. 315
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 337
2 Information P. 345
Specifications P. 346
Emissions Testing P. 353
Identification Numbers P. 350
Warranty Coverages P. 355
Child Safety P. 50
Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 62
Safety Labels P. 63
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 109
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 117
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 135
Security System P. 112
Opening and Closing the Windows P. 114
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 126
Heating and Cooling * P. 142
Audio Error Messages P. 175
General Information on the Audio System P. 178
When Driving P. 223
Accessories and Modifications P. 251
Braking P. 241
Parking Your Vehicle P. 245
Contents
Quick Reference Guide P. 2
Safe Driving P. 25
Instrument Panel P. 65
Controls P. 97
Features P. 149
Driving P. 213
Maintenance P. 253
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 265
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 297
Cleaning P. 309
Replacing Light Bulbs P. 282
Battery P. 306
Remote Transmitter Care * P. 307
Handling the Unexpected P. 313
Engine Does Not Start P. 330
Fuses P. 341
Jump Starting P. 331
Emergency Towing P. 344
Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 334
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 351
Authorized Manuals P. 357
Reporting Safety Defects P. 352
Customer Service Information P. 358
Information P. 345
Index P. 359
Quick Reference Guide Visual Index
❙ ECON Button * (P 232) ❙
(Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)
System OFF) Button * (P 237) ❙ System Indicators (P 66) ❙ Gauges (P 77) ❙ Information Display * (P 79) ❙ intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID) * (P 81) ❙ Hazard Warning Button ❙ Audio System (P 153, 156) ❙ Navigation System * () See Navigation System Manual ❙ Heating and Cooling System * (P 142) ❙ Climate Control System * (P 146) ❙ Rear Window Defogger (P 124) ❙ Heated Mirror Button * (P 124) ❙ Seat Heater Switches * (P 141) ❙ Ignition Switch (P 117) ❙ Steering Wheel Adjustments (P 125)
❙
(Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)
System OFF) Button * (P 237)
❙ Headlights/Turn Signals (P 118) ❙ Fog Lights * (P 121) ❙ Km/Mile Change Knob (P 77) ❙ CLOCK Knob * (P 98) ❙ ❙ Brightness Control (P 123)
(Select/Reset) Knob (P 79, 81)
❙
(Display/Information) Button * (P 81)
❙ Wipers/Washers (P 122)
❙ Cruise Control Buttons * (P 233) ❙ Horn (Press an area around
.)
❙ Navigation System Voice Control Buttons * () See Navigation System Manual ❙ Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® System Voice Control Buttons * (P 181) ❙ MENU Button * (P 85) ❙ SOURCE Button * (P 85) ❙ (+ / (- /
Buttons * (P 85)
* Not available on all models
Visual Index
❙ Power Window Switches (P 114) ❙ Power Door Lock Master Switch * (P 104) ❙ Door Mirror Controls (P 126)
❙ Hood Release Handle (P 267) ❙ Trunk Release (P 109) ❙ Fuel Fill Door Release Handle (P 248) ❙ Driver’s Pocket
❙ Rearview Mirror (P 126) ❙ Interior Fuse Box (P 342) ❙ Driver's Front Airbag (P 40) ❙ Passenger's Front Airbag (P 40) ❙ Parking Brake (P 241) ❙ Auxiliary Input Jack (P 151)
❙ Glove Box (P 136)
❙ Accessory Power Socket (P 139) ❙ Shift Lever Automatic Transmission (P 227) Manual Transmission (P 229)
❙ Seat Belt (Installing a Child Seat) (P 57) ❙ Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat (P 59) ❙ Side Curtain Airbags (P 46) ❙ Coat Hook (P 140) ❙ Grab Handle
❙ Seat Belts (P 30) ❙ Moonroof Switch * (P 116) ❙ Map Lights * (P 135)
❙ Sun Visors ❙ Vanity Mirrors ❙ USB Adapter Cable * (P 151) ❙ Accessory Power Socket * (P 139)
❙ Front Seat (P 127) ❙ Side Airbags (P 44)
* Not available on all models
❙ Ceiling Light (P 135) ❙ Rear Seat (P 133) ❙ LATCH to Secure a Child Seat (P 55)
Visual Index
❙ Maintenance Under the Hood (P 265) ❙ Windshield Wipers (P 122, 295) ❙ Power Door Mirrors (P 126)
❙ Door Lock/Unlock Control (P 101)
❙ Headlights (P 118, 282) ❙ Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Lights (P 118, 289) ❙ Tires (P 297, 315)
❙ Fog Lights * (P 121, 286)
❙ How to Refuel (P 248) ❙ High-Mount Brake Light * (P 294) ❙ Opening/Closing the Trunk (P 109) ❙ Emergency Trunk Release Lever (P 111) ❙ Rearview Camera * (P 246) ❙ Taillights (P 292) ❙ Back-Up Lights (P 292) ❙ Brake/Taillights (P 291) ❙ Rear Turn Signal Lights (P 291) ❙ Rear Side Marker Lights (P 291)
Eco Assist System * (P 232)
Ambient Meter ● Changes color to reflect your driving
style. Green: Fuel efficient driving Blue green: Moderate acceleration/ deceleration Blue: Aggressive acceleration/ deceleration
● The ambient meter color changes in
accordance with your brake or accelerator pedal operation.
ECON Button (P 232) Helps maximize fuel economy. ECON Mode Indicator (P 74) Comes on when the ECON button is pressed.
Models with i-MID This message is displayed for a few seconds when the ECON button is pressed.
* Not available on all models
Safe Driving (P 25)
Airbags (P 37) ● Your vehicle is fitted with airbags to help protect you and
your passengers during a moderate-to-severe collision.
Child Safety (P 50) ● All children 12 and younger should be seated in the rear seat. ● Smaller children should be properly restrained in a forward-facing child seat. ● Infants must be properly restrained in a rear-facing child seat.
Exhaust Gas Hazard (P 62) ● Your vehicle emits dangerous exhaust gases that contain carbon
monoxide. Do not run the engine in confined spaces where carbon monoxide gas can accumulate.
Seat Belts (P 30) ● Fasten your seat belt and sit upright well
back in the seat.
● Check that your passengers are wearing
Before Driving Checklist (P 29) ● Before driving, check that the front seats, head restraints, steering wheel, and mirrors have been properly adjusted.
their seat belts correctly.
Fasten your lap belt as low as possible.
Instrument Panel (P 65) Gauges (P 77)/Information Display * (P 79)/ intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID) * (P 81)/System Indicators (P 66)
System Indicators
2.4 ℓ engine models
Fuel Gauge
Security System Alarm Indicator *
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Low Oil Pressure Indicator Charging System Indicator
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System Indicator
VSA® OFF Indicator
Door Open Indicator
Trunk Open Indicator
ECON Mode Indicator *
Immobilizer System Indicator
i-VTEC Indicator Rev Indicator
Speedometer Ambient Meter *
Instant Fuel Economy Gauge *
Shift Lever Position Indicator *
Tachometer
Lights Reminders
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator
U. S.
Canada
Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator *
Lights On Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Fog Light Indicator *
System Indicators
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators Electric Power Steering (EPS) Indicator High Temperature Indicator Low Temperature Indicator
Low Fuel Indicator Seat Belt Reminder Indicator Supplemental Restraint System Indicator CRUISE MAIN Indicator * CRUISE CONTROL Indicator * System Message Indicator * Maintenance Minder Indicator * Daytime Running Lights Indicator * Washer Level Indicator *
* Not available on all models
Controls (P 97) Clock (P 98)
Turn Signals (P 118)
Models without navigation system
Turn Signal Control Lever
clock adjustment mode screen.
a Press the CLOCK knob to access the b Turn the CLOCK knob to adjust the hours.c Press the CLOCK knob. The display d Turn the CLOCK knob to adjust the e Press the CLOCK knob to complete
switches to minute adjustment.
minutes.
clock adjustment.
Models with navigation system The navigation system receives signals from GPS satellites, updating the clock automatically.
10
Right
Left
Lights (P 118)
Light Control Switches
High Beam
Low Beam
Flashing
Wipers and Washers (P 122)
Wiper/Washer Control Lever
Adjustment Ring *
: Long Delay : Short Delay
Pull toward you to spray washer fluid.
MIST OFF INT: Low speed with intermittent LO: Low speed wipe HI: High speed wipe
Steering Wheel (P 125) ● To adjust, pull the adjustment lever
towards you, adjust to the desired position, then lock the lever back in place.
Trunk (P 109)
Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside (P 103) ● Pull either front door inner handle to unlock and open it at the same time.
Trunk Release
● To unlock and open the trunk: • Pull the trunk release. • Press the trunk release button *. • Turn the key in the cylinder on the trunk *. Power Door Mirrors (P 126) ● With the ignition switch in ON (w, move
the selector switch to L or R.
● Push the appropriate edge of the
adjustment switch to adjust the mirror.
Selector Switch
Power Windows (P 114) ● With the ignition switch in ON (w, open
and close the power windows.
● If the power window lock button is in the
off position, each passenger's window can be opened and closed with its own switch.
● If the power window lock button is in the
on position (indicator is on), each passenger's window switch is disabled.
Power Window Lock Button
Indicator
Window Switch
Adjustment Switch
* Not available on all models
11
Heating and Cooling System* (P 142) ● Rotate the fan control dial to adjust the fan speed and airflow. ● Press the Mode buttons ( ● Rotate the temperature control dial to adjust the temperature. ● Use the ● Rotate the fan control dial to OFF to turn the system off. ● Press the
button for maximum cool setting.
button to defrost the windshield.
) to select the vents air flows from.
A/C (Air Conditioning) Button *
Fan Control Dial
Button
Button
Button
Mode Buttons
Button Button Button Button
Temperature Control Dial
(Rear Window Defogger/
Heated Mirror *) Button
(Windshield Defroster) Button
(Rear Window Defogger) Button
Models without A/C button
Air flows from dashboard vents. Air flows from floor and dashboard vents. Air flows from floor vents. Air flows from floor and windshield defroster vents.
12
Climate Control System * (P146) ● Press the AUTO button to activate the climate control system. ● Press the ● Press the
button to turn the system on or off.
button to defrost the windshield.
On models with navigation system The climate control system is voice operable. See the navigation system manual for complete details.
AUTO Button
Temperature Control Dial
(Recirculation) Button
(Windshield Defroster) Button
(Rear Window Defogger/
Heated Mirror) Button
(ON/OFF) Button
Fan Control Dial
(MODE Control) Button
A/C (Air Conditioning) Button
Air flows from floor and windshield defroster vents.
Air flows from floor vents. Air flows from floor and dashboard vents. Air flows from dashboard vents.
* Not available on all models
13
Features (P 149) Audio system (P 150) For navigation system operation () See Navigation System Manual
On models with information display
(P 153)
(CD Eject) Button
CD/AUX Button
VOL/PWR (Volume/Power) Knob
Buttons
(SEEK/SKIP)
DISP Button
CD Slot
AM Button FM Button
TUNE/SOUND Knob
SCAN Button
A.SEL (Auto Select) Button
Preset Buttons (1-6)
14
On models with i-MID
(P 156)
● Audio Remote Controls * (P 157)
i-MID
(+ / (- /
Button
75°F
002300
miles
Button
SCAN Button
FM Button AM Button
(Seek/Skip)
Button
PHONE Button
SOURCE Button
● (+ / (- Button
Press and release to adjust the volume up/ down.
● SOURCE Button
Press and release to change the audio mode: FM1/FM2/AM/CD/AUX.
●
Button
Radio:Press and release to change the
preset station. Press and hold to select the next or previous strong station.
CD/USB device:
Press and release to skip to the beginning of the next song or return to the beginning of the current song. Press and hold to change a folder.
(Power) Button
CD Slot Preset Buttons (1-6)
(CD Eject)
Button AUX Button
CD Button
(Seek/Skip)
Button
SETUP Button
Button
Selector Knob
* Not available on all models
15
Driving (P 213) Manual Transmission * (P 229) Automatic Transmission * (P 227) ● Shift to (P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine.
Release Button
Shift Lever
● Shifting
D3
Park Turn off or start the engine. Transmission is locked. Reverse
Neutral Transmission is not locked. Drive Normal driving. Drive (D3) Used when: •Going up or down hills •Towing a trailer in hilly terrain Second Used to increase engine braking (the transmission is locked in 2nd gear)
First Used to further increase engine braking (the transmission is locked in 1st gear)
Depress the brake pedal and press the release button to move out of (P.
Press the release button to move the shift lever.
Move the shift lever without pressing the release button.
16
VSA® OFF Button (P 237) ● The vehicle stability assist (VSA®) system
helps stabilize the vehicle during cornering, and helps maintain traction while accelerating on loose or slippery road surfaces.
● VSA® comes on automatically every time
you start the engine.
● To turn VSA® on or off, press and hold
the button until you hear a beep. Cruise Control* (P 233)