2012 Honda CR V Owners Manual

2012 CR-V Owner’s Manual (Unlinked)

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© 2011 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - All Rights Reserved

P/N 00X31-T0A-

6000

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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. 31

Airbags P. 39

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. 69
Indicators P. 70

Gauges and Displays P. 79

2 Controls P. 97
Setting the Clock P. 98
Opening and Closing the Moonroof* P. 116
Adjusting the Seats P. 128
Climate Control System* P. 151

Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 100

2 Features P. 155
Audio System P. 156
General Information on the Audio System P. 210

Audio System Basic Operation P. 159

2 Driving P. 245
Before Driving P. 246
Parking Your Vehicle P. 277 Multi-View Rear Camera * P. 278

Towing a Trailer P. 251

2 Maintenance P. 285
Before Performing Maintenance P. 286 Maintenance Minder™ P. 289
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 316
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care * P. 331

2 Handling the Unexpected P. 339
Tools P. 340
Overheating P. 351

If a Tire Goes Flat P. 341
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 353

2 Information P. 363
Specifications P. 364
Emissions Testing P. 369

Identification Numbers P. 366
Warranty Coverages P. 371

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Child Safety P. 54

Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 67

Safety Labels P. 68

Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 110 Security System P. 112
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 117
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 138

Opening and Closing the Windows P. 114
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 126
Heating and Cooling System* P. 148

Rear Entertainment System * P. 193
* P. 214
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®

Audio Error Messages P. 205
Compass * P. 243

Audio Remote Controls P. 209

Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 257 When Driving P. 259
Refueling P. 279
Fuel Economy P. 282

Braking P. 273
Accessories and Modifications P. 283

Contents

Quick Reference Guide P. 2

Safe Driving P. 25

Instrument Panel P. 69

Controls P. 97

Features P. 155

Driving P. 245

Maintenance P. 285

Maintenance Under the Hood P. 297
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 320
Heating and Cooling System */Climate Control System * Maintenance P. 333

Replacing Light Bulbs P. 309
Battery P. 329

Remote Transmitter Care P. 330
Cleaning P. 334

Handling the Unexpected P. 339

Engine Does Not Start P. 347
Fuses P. 357

Jump Starting P. 348
Emergency Towing P. 360

Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 350
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 361

Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 367
Authorized Manuals P. 373

Reporting Safety Defects P. 368
Customer Service Information P. 374

Information P. 363

Index P. 375

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Quick Reference Guide Visual Index

❙ ECON Button (P 125) ❙ System Indicators (P 70) ❙ Gauges (P 79) ❙ Information Display (P 80) ❙ Multi-Information Display * (P 83) ❙ Audio Display * ❙ Hazard Warning Button

❙ Audio System (P 156) ❙ Navigation System * () See Navigation System Manual

❙ Heating and Cooling System * (P 148) ❙ Climate Control System * (P 151)

❙ Rear Window Defogger (P 124) ❙ Heated Mirror Button * (P 124) ❙ Ignition Switch (P 117) ❙ Steering Wheel Adjustments (P 125)

❙

(Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)

System OFF) Button (P 268)

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❙ Headlights/Turn Signals (P 118) ❙ Fog Lights * (P 120)

(SEL/RESET) Knob (P 80)

❙ ❙ Brightness Control (P 123)

(Display) Button * (P 83)

❙ ❙ Wipers/Washers (P 121)

❙ Cruise Control Buttons (P 265)

❙ Horn (Press an area around

.)

❙ Navigation System Voice Control Buttons * () See Navigation System Manual ❙ Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® System Voice Control Buttons * (P 214) ❙ MENU Button * (P 86) ❙ SOURCE Button (P 86) ❙ (+ / (- /

Buttons (P 86)

* Not available on all models

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Visual Index

❙ Power Window Switches (P 114) ❙ Power Door Lock Master Switch (P 105) ❙ Door Mirror Controls (P 127)

❙ Parking Brake (P 273) ❙ Hood Release Handle (P 298) ❙ Fuel Fill Door Release Handle (P 280) ❙ Driver’s Pocket

❙ Rearview Mirror (P 126) ❙ Driver's Front Airbag (P 42) ❙ Interior Fuse Box (P 358) ❙ Passenger's Front Airbag (P 42)

❙ Shift Lever Automatic Transmission (P 262)

❙ Glove Box (P 139) ❙ Accessory Power Socket (P 141) ❙ Seat Heater Switches * (P 145)

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❙ Cargo Area Light (P 138) ❙ Seat Belt (Installing a Child Seat) (P 62) ❙ Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat (P 63) ❙ Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor (P 36) ❙ Side Curtain Airbags (P 49) ❙ Rear Entertainment System * (P 193) ❙ Ceiling Light (P 138) ❙ Seat Belts (P 31)

❙ Moonroof Switch * (P 116) ❙ Map Lights (P 138) ❙ Sunglasses Holder (P 144)

❙ Sun Visors ❙ Vanity Mirrors ❙ Accessory Power Socket * (P 141) ❙ USB Adapter Cable (P 157) ❙ Auxiliary Input Jack * (P 157) ❙ Accessory Power Socket (P 141) ❙ Console Side Pocket ❙ Front Seat (P 128) ❙ Side Airbags (P 46)

❙ Coat Hook (P 142) ❙ Grab Handle ❙ Rear Seat (P 135) ❙ LATCH to Secure a Child Seat (P 59)

* Not available on all models

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Visual Index

❙ Maintenance Under the Hood (P 297) ❙ Audio Antenna (P 158) ❙ Windshield Wipers (P 121, 316) ❙ Power Door Mirrors (P 127) ❙ Door Lock/Unlock Control (P 102)

❙ Headlights (P 118, 309) ❙ Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights (P 118, 312) ❙ Side Marker Lights (P 118, 311) ❙ Tires (P 320, 341) ❙ Fog Lights * (P 120, 310)

❙ How to Refuel (P 280) ❙ High-Mount Brake Light (P 315) ❙ Rear Wiper (P 122, 318) ❙ Opening/Closing the Tailgate (P 110) ❙ Tailgate Release Button (P 111) ❙ Multi-View Rear Camera * (P 278)

❙ Brake/Taillights (P 312) ❙ Back-Up Lights (P 312) ❙ Rear Turn Signal Lights (P 312) ❙ Rear Side Marker Lights (P 312)

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Eco Assist System (P 125)

Ambient Meter ● Changes color to reflect your driving

style. Green: Fuel efficient driving Yellow: Moderate acceleration/ deceleration White: Aggressive acceleration/ deceleration

● The ambient meter color changes in

accordance with your brake or accelerator pedal operation.

ECON Button (P 125) Helps maximize fuel economy. ECON Mode Indicator (P 77) Comes on when the ECON button is pressed.

* Not available on all models

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Safe Driving (P 25)

Airbags (P 39) ● Your vehicle is fitted with airbags to help protect you and

your passengers during a moderate-to-severe collision.

Child Safety (P 54) ● 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 67) ● 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 31) ● Fasten your seat belt and sit upright well

back in the seat.

● Check that your passengers are wearing

Before Driving Checklist (P 30) ● 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.

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Instrument Panel (P 69) Gauges (P 79)/Information Display (P 80)/ Multi-Information Display * (P 83)/System Indicators (P 70)

System Indicators

System Indicators

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

Tailgate Open Indicator

ECON Mode Indicator

Immobilizer System Indicator

Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator

U.S.

Canada

Shift Lever Position Indicator

Temperature Gauge

Ambient Meter

AWD System Indicator *

Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators Electric Power Steering (EPS) Indicator

Low Fuel Indicator Seat Belt Reminder Indicator Supplemental Restraint System Indicator

Speedometer

Tachometer System Indicators

Security System Alarm Indicator

Fuel Gauge

Lights Reminders

TPMS Indicator

Low Tire Pressure Indicator

Lights On Indicator

High Beam Indicator

Fog Light Indicator *

Side Airbag Off Indicator

U.S.

Canada

Cruise Main Indicator

Cruise Control Indicator

Maintenance Minder Indicator Washer Level Indicator *

* Not available on all models

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Controls (P 97) Turn Signals (P 118)

Lights (P 118)

Turn Signal Control Lever

Light Control Switches

Right

Left

High Beam

Low Beam

Flashing

Wipers and Washers (P 121)

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

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Steering Wheel (P 125) ● To adjust, pull the adjustment lever

towards you, adjust to the desired position, then lock the lever back in place.

Tailgate (P 110)

Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside (P 104) ● Pull either front door inner handle to unlock and open it at the same time.

● With all the doors unlocked, push the

tailgate release button on the tailgate to open it.

Power Door Mirrors (P 127) ● 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

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Heating and Cooling System* (P 148) ● Rotate the fan control dial to adjust the fan speed. ● 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.

Button Button Button

Fan Control Dial

Button

A/C (Air Conditioning) Button

Button (Windshield

Defroster) Button

(Rear Window Defogger/ Heated Mirror *) Button

Temperature Control Dial

(Recirculation) 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.

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Climate Control System* (P 151) ● 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.

Models with navigation system The climate control system is voice operable. See the navigation system manual for complete details.

SYNC (Synchronized) Button

Driver's Side Temperature Control Dial

(On/Off) Button

(Fan Control) Buttons

(Windshield

Defroster) Button

Passenger's Side Temperature Control Dial

AUTO Button

(Rear Window Defogger/ Heated Mirror *) Button (Recirculation) Button

A/C (Air Conditioning) Button

MODE Control 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.

Models without navigation system

displayed time begins flashing.

Clock (P 98) a Press the CLOCK (AUX) button until the b Press Preset (4 (Hour) or (5 (Minute) c Press the CLOCK button again to set

to set the time. Press Preset (6 (Reset) to set the time to the nearest hour.

the time.

To set the time to the nearest hour: Press and hold the CLOCK button until the clock display begins to blink, then press the (6 (Reset) button.

Depending on the displayed time, the clock sets forward or backward. Example: 1:06 will reset to 1:00
1:53 will reset to 2:00

Models with navigation system The navigation system receives signals from GPS satellites, updating the clock automatically.

* Not available on all models

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Features (P 155) Audio System (P 156) For navigation system operation () See Navigation System Manual

Models without multi-information display

(P 159)

SCAN Button

Button

FM Button

AM Button SKIP/SEEK Button

(Sound) Button

Selector Knob

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(Power) Button

CD Slot

Preset Buttons (1-6) (CD Eject) Button

AUX Button CD Button SKIP/SEEK Button

SETUP Button

Button

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Models with multi-information display

(P 173)

● Audio Remote Controls (P 209)

(+ / (- Button Button

Multi-Information Display

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/XM1 */XM2 */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

CD Button AUX Button

SKIP/SEEK Button

SETUP Button

Button

Button

AM Button SCAN Button FM Button

Button * FM/AM Button *

SKIP/SEEK Button

PHONE Button

Selector Knob

* Not available on all models

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Driving (P 245) Automatic Transmission (P 263) ● Shift to (P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine.

● Shifting

Park Turn off or start the engine. Transmission is locked. Reverse

Release Button

Shift Lever

(d Button

Neutral Transmission is not locked. Drive Normal driving. 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)

Drive (D3) Press the (d button while the shift lever is in (D. Used when: •Going up or down hills •Towing a trailer in hilly terrain

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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.

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VSA® OFF Button (P 269) ● 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 265) ● Cruise control allows you to maintain a set speed without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal.

● To use cruise control, press the CRUISE

button, then press received the desired speed (above 25 mph or 40 km/h).

once you have

–/SET

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (P 270) ● TPMS monitors tire pressure. ● TPMS is turned on automatically every

time you start the engine.

Refueling (P 279) Fuel recommendation: Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number 87 or

higher required

Fuel tank capacity: 15.3 US gal (58 L)

a Pull the fuel fill door

release handle.

b Turn the fuel fill cap

slowly to remove the cap.

c Place the cap in the

holder on the fuel fill door.

d After refueling, screw

the cap back on until it clicks at least once.

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Maintenance (P 285) Under the Hood (P 297) ● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer

fluid. Add when necessary.

● Check brake fluid. ● Check the battery condition monthly.

a Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the

dashboard.

Wiper Blades (P 316) ● Replace blades if they leave streaks

across the windshield.

b Locate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up

the hood.

c When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly

locked in place.

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Tires (P 320) ● Inspect tires and wheels regularly. ● Check tire pressures regularly. ● Install snow tires for winter

driving.

Lights (P 309) ● Inspect all lights regularly.

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Handling the Unexpected (P 339) Flat Tire (P 341) ● Park in a safe location and replace the

Engine Won't Start (P 347) ● If the battery is dead, jump start using a

flat tire with the compact spare tire in the cargo area.

booster battery.

Overheating (P 351) ● Park in a safe location. If you do not see steam under the hood, open the hood, and let the engine cool down.

Indicators Come On (P 353) ● Identify the indicator and consult the

owner's manual.

Blown Fuse (P 357) ● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical

device does not operate.

Emergency Towing (P 360) ● Call a professional towing service if you

need to tow your vehicle.

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What to Do If

The ignition switch does not turn from (0 to (q. Why?

● The steering wheel may be locked. ● Try to turn the steering wheel left and right

while turning the ignition key.

The ignition switch does not turn from (q to (0 and I cannot remove the key. Why?

The shift lever should be moved to (P.

Why does the brake pedal pulsate slightly when applying the brakes?

This can occur when the ABS activates, and does not indicate a problem. Apply firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. Never pump the brake pedal.

The rear door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle. Why?

Check if the childproof lock is in the lock position. If so, open the rear door with the outside door handle. To cancel this function, push the lever to the unlock position.

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Why do the doors lock after I unlocked the doors using a remote transmitter?

If you do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors are relocked automatically for security.

Why does the beeper sound when I open the driver's door?

The beeper sounds when: ● The key is left in the ignition switch. ● The exterior lights are left on.

Why does the beeper sound when I start driving?

The beeper sounds when: ● Driver and/or front passenger are not wearing their seat belts. ● The parking brake lever is not fully released.

Why do I hear a screeching sound when I apply the brake pedal?

The brake pads may need to be replaced. Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.

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California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: This product contains or emits chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Event Data Recorders This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as: • How various systems in your vehicle were operating; • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were

buckled/fastened;

• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator

and/or brake pedal; and,

• How fast the vehicle was traveling. These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation.

To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that have the special equipment, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR.

The data belongs to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by anyone else except as legally required or with the permission of the vehicle owner.

Service Diagnostic Recorders This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record information about powertrain performance. The data can be used to verify emissions law requirements and/or help technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It may also be combined with data from other sources for research purposes, but it remains confidential.

California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act The airbags, seat belt tensioners, and CR type batteries in this vehicle may contain perchlorate materials - special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/

As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded by a symbol. This information is intended to help you avoid damage to your vehicle, other property, or the environment.

NOTICE

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A Few Words About Safety

Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility.

To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others.

Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle. You must use your own good judgement.

You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, including:

● Safety Labels - on the vehicle. ● Safety Messages - preceded by a safety alert symbol 3 and one of three signal words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. These signal words mean:

3DANGER

You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don't follow instructions.

3WARNING You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if

you don't follow instructions.

3CAUTION

You CAN be HURT if you don't follow instructions.

● Safety Headings - such as Important Safety Precautions. ● Safety Section - such as Safe Driving. ● Instructions - how to use this vehicle correctly and safely.

This entire book is filled with important safety information - please read it carefully.

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You can find many safety recommendations throughout this chapter, and throughout this manual.

Safe Driving

For Safe Driving

Important Safety Precautions ............. 26
Important Handling Information......... 28
Your Vehicle's Safety Features............ 29

Seat Belts

About Your Seat Belts........................ 31
Fastening a Seat Belt.......................... 34
Seat Belt Inspection............................ 38

Airbags

Airbag System Components............... 39
Types of Airbags ................................ 42
Front Airbags (SRS) ............................ 42

Side Airbags ...................................... 46
Side Curtain Airbags .......................... 49
Airbag System Indicators.................... 50
Airbag Care ....................................... 53

Child Safety

Protecting Child Passengers ............... 54
Safety of Infants and Small Children .......56
Safety of Larger Children ................... 65

Exhaust Gas Hazard

Carbon Monoxide Gas....................... 67

Safety Labels

Label Locations .................................. 68

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For Safe Driving

The following pages explain your vehicle's safety features and how to use them properly. The safety precautions below are ones that we consider to be among the most important.

Important Safety Precautions ■ Always wear your seat belt A seat belt is your best protection in all types of collisions. Airbags are designed to supplement seat belts, not replace them. So even though your vehicle is equipped with airbags, make sure you and your passengers always wear your seat belts, and wear them properly.

■ Restrain all children Children age 12 and under should ride properly restrained in a back seat, not the front seat. Infants and small children should be restrained in a child seat. Larger children should use a booster seat and a lap/shoulder seat belt until they can use the belt properly without a booster seat.

■ Be aware of airbag hazards While airbags can save lives, they can cause serious or fatal injuries to occupants who sit too close to them, or are not properly restrained. Infants, young children, and short adults are at the greatest risk. Be sure to follow all instructions and warnings in this manual.

■ Don't drink and drive Alcohol and driving don't mix. Even one drink can reduce your ability to respond to changing conditions, and your reaction time gets worse with every additional drink. So don't drink and drive, and don't let your friends drink and drive, either.

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1Important Safety Precautions

Some states, provinces and territories prohibit the use of cell phones other than hands-free devices by the driver while driving.

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uuFor Safe DrivinguImportant Safety Precautions

■ Pay appropriate attention to the task of driving safely Engaging in cell phone conversation or other activities that keep you from paying close attention to the road, other vehicles, and pedestrians could lead to a crash. Remember, situations can change quickly, and only you can decide when it is safe to divert some attention away from driving.

■ Control your speed Excessive speed is a major factor in crash injuries and deaths. Generally, the higher the speed, the greater the risk, but serious injuries can also occur at lower speeds. Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions, regardless of the maximum speed posted.

■ Keep your vehicle in safe condition Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can be extremely hazardous. To reduce the possibility of such problems, check your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance.

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uuFor Safe DrivinguImportant Handling Information

Important Handling Information Your vehicle has higher ground clearance than a passenger vehicle designed for use only on pavement. Higher ground clearance has many advantages for off-highway driving. It allows you to travel over bumps, obstacles, and rough terrain. It also provides good visibility so you can anticipate problems earlier.

These advantages come at some cost. Because your vehicle is taller and rides higher off the ground, it has a higher center gravity making it more susceptible to tripping or roll over if you make abrupt turns. Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. As a reminder, make sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts.

1Important Handling Information

Failure to operate your vehicle correctly might result in a crash or a rollover.

2 Precautions While Driving P. 261
2 Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 257

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Your Vehicle's Safety Features

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Safety Cage Crush Zones Seats and Seat-Backs Head Restraints Collapsible Steering Column Seat Belts Front Airbags Side Airbags Side Curtain Airbags Door Locks Seat Belt Tensioners Occupant Position Detection

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uuFor Safe DrivinguYour Vehicle's Safety Features

1Your Vehicle's Safety Features

Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to help protect you and your passengers during a crash.

Some features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment, front and rear crush zones, a collapsible steering column, and tensioners that tighten the front seat belts in a sufficient crash.

However, you and your passengers cannot take full advantage of these features unless you remain seated in the correct position and always wear your seat belts. In fact, some safety features can contribute to injuries if they are not used properly.

The following checklist will help you take an active role in protecting yourself and your passengers.

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1Safety CheckList

If the door and/or the tailgate open indicator is on, a door and/or the tailgate is not completely closed. Close all doors and the tailgate tightly until the indicator goes off.

2 Door Open Indicator P. 74
2 Tailgate Open Indicator P. 74

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uuFor Safe DrivinguYour Vehicle's Safety Features

■ Safety CheckList For the safety of you and your passengers, make a habit of checking these items each time before you drive. • After everyone has entered the vehicle, be sure all doors and the tailgate are

closed and locked. Locking the doors and the tailgate helps prevent an occupant from being ejected and an outsider from unexpectedly opening a door or the tailgate.

2 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 104

• Adjust your seat to a position suitable for driving. Be sure the front seats are adjusted as far to the rear as possible while allowing the driver to control the vehicle. Sitting too close to a front airbag can result in serious or fatal injury in a crash.

2 Adjusting the Seats P. 128

• Adjust head restraints to the proper position. Head restraints are most effective when the center of the head restraint aligns with the center of your head. Taller persons should adjust their head restraint to the highest position.

2 Adjusting the Head Restraints P. 131

• Always wear your seat belt, and make sure you wear it properly. Confirm that any

passengers are properly belted as well.

2 Fastening a Seat Belt P. 34

• Protect children by using seat belts or child seats according to a child's age, height

and weight.

2 Child Safety P. 54

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Seat Belts

About Your Seat Belts Seat belts are the single most effective safety device because they keep you connected to the vehicle so that you can take advantage of many built-in safety features. They also help keep you from being thrown against the inside of the vehicle, against other passengers, or out of the vehicle. When worn properly, seat belts also keep your body properly positioned in a crash so that you can take full advantage of the additional protection provided by the airbags.

In addition, seat belts help protect you in almost every type of crash, including: - frontal impacts - side impacts - rear impacts - rollovers

■ Lap/shoulder seat belts All five seating positions are equipped with lap/shoulder seat belts with emergency locking retractors. In normal driving the retractor lets you move freely while keeping some tension on the belt. During a collision or sudden stop the retractor locks to restrain your body. The rear seat belts also have a lockable retractor for use with child seats.

2 Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt P. 62

1About Your Seat Belts

3WARNING

Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious injury or death in a crash, even though your vehicle has airbags.

Be sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts and wear them properly.

Seat belts cannot completely protect you in every crash. But in most cases, seat belts can reduce your risk of serious injury.

Most states and all Canadian provinces and territories require you to wear seat belts.

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uuSeat BeltsuAbout Your Seat Belts

■ Proper use of seat belts Follow these guidelines for proper use: • All occupants should sit upright, well back in the seat, and remain in that position

for the duration of the trip. Slouching and leaning reduces the effectiveness of the belt and can increase the chance of serious injury in a crash.

• Never place the shoulder part of a lap/shoulder seat belt under your arm or

behind your back. This could cause very serious injuries in a crash.

• Two people should never use the same seat belt. If they do, they could be very

seriously injured in a crash.

• Do not put any accessories on the seat belts. Devices intended to improve comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can reduce the protective capability and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash.

■ Seat Belt Reminder

Your vehicle monitors front seat belt use. If the ignition switch is turned to ON (w before the driver's seat belt is fastened, a beeper will sound and the indicator will blink. If the driver does not fasten the belt before the beeper stops, the indicator will remain on.

The beeper will also periodically sound and the indicator will blink while driving until the driver's and front passenger’s seat belts are fastened.

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1About Your Seat Belts

If a rear seat passenger moves around and extends the seat belt, the lockable retractor may activate. If this happens, release the retractor by unfastening the seat belt and allow the belt to retract completely. Then refasten the belt.

1Seat Belt Reminder

The indicator will also come on if a front passenger does not fasten their seat belt within 6 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to ON (w. When no one is sitting in the front passenger's seat, or a child or small adult is riding there, the indicator will not come on. This is because the weight sensors in the seat cannot detect their presence.

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uuSeat BeltsuAbout Your Seat Belts

■ Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners The front seats are equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners to enhance safety.

The tensioners automatically tighten the front seat belts during a moderate-to- severe frontal collision, sometimes even if the collision is not severe enough to inflate the front airbags.

1Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners

The seat belt tensioners can only operate once. If a tensioner is activated, the SRS indicator will come on. Have a dealer replace the tensioner and thoroughly inspect the seat belt system as it may not offer protection in a subsequent crash.

During a moderate-to-severe side impact, the tensioner on that side of the vehicle also activates.

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uuSeat BeltsuFastening a Seat Belt

Fastening a Seat Belt After adjusting a front seat to the proper position, and while sitting upright and well back in the seat:

2 Adjusting the Seats P. 128

Pull out slowly.

1. Pull the seat belt out slowly.

Correct Seated Posture.

1Fastening a Seat Belt

No one should sit in a seat with an inoperative seat belt or one that does not appear to be working correctly. Using a seat belt that is not working properly may not protect the occupant in a crash. Have a dealer check the belt as soon as possible.

Never insert any foreign objects into the buckle or retractor mechanism.

Latch Plate

Buckle

2. Insert the latch plate into the buckle, then tug on the belt to make sure the buckle is secure. u Make sure that the belt is not twisted or

caught on anything.

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Lap belt as low as possible

3. Position the lap part of the belt as low as possible across your hips, then pull up on the shoulder part of the belt so the lap part fits snugly. This lets your strong pelvic bones take the force of a crash and reduces the chance of internal injuries.

4. If necessary, pull up on the belt again to

remove any slack, then check that the belt rests across the center of your chest and over your shoulder. This spreads the forces of a crash over the strongest bones in your upper body.

■ Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor The front seats have adjustable shoulder anchors to accommodate taller and shorter occupants.

Push

Push

1. Move the anchor up and down while

holding the release button.

2. Position the anchor so that the belt rests across the center of your chest and over your shoulder.

uuSeat BeltsuFastening a Seat Belt

1Fastening a Seat Belt

3WARNING

Improperly positioning the seat belts can cause serious injury or death in a crash.

Make sure all seat belts are properly positioned before driving.

To release the belt, push the red PRESS button then guide the belt by hand until it has retracted completely. When exiting the vehicle, be sure the belt is out of the way and will not get caught by closing the door.

1Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor

The shoulder anchor height can be adjusted to four levels. If the belt contacts your neck, lower the height one level at a time.

After an adjustment, make sure that the shoulder anchor position is secure.

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uuSeat BeltsuFastening a Seat Belt

■ Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor

Small Latch Plate

1. Pull out the seat belt’s small latch plate and the latch plate from each holding slot in the ceiling.