2008 Honda Element Owners Manual

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. 185 . 60, 235 ........ . 193 .............. . 233 ............................... . 248 ............................ ....................................... . 158 Evaporative Emissions Controls . 256 Exhaust Fumes . 54 ............................... Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Belts by ........................................ . 18 Index Fan, Interior Features First (1) Gear Position Filling the Fuel Tank Filters ................................... ......................................... ................. .................... . 103 . 101 . 163 . 141 Dust and Pollen Oil ......................... ............................................... ............. ................... ..................................... Flashers, Hazard Warning Flat Tire, Changing a Floor Mats Fluids . 210 . 194 . 73 . 223 . 209 Automatic Transmission Brake Clutch Differential Manual Transmission Power Steering Windshield Washer .......... .......................................... ......................................... ................................ .............. .......................... .................. . 198 . 200 . 201 . 200 . 199 . 201 . 197 FM Stereo Radio Reception Folding Rear Seat Four-way Flashers ................................... ........................... .......................... . 111 . 87 . 73 CONTINUED III 2008 Element ０７／０４／２６　１９：１１：４４　３１ＳＣＶ６５０　０２７５ Index Four-wheel Drive Front Airbags Front Seat .......................... ............................ . 156 . 11, 27 Adjusting Airbags ...................................... ................................... Fuel Fill Door and Cap Gauge Octane Requirement Reserve Indicator Tank, Filling the ................................................. ...................... ........................................... ................ ........................ ........................ ..................... Fuses, Checking the . 13 . 11, 27 . 140 . 141 . 67 . 140 . 63 . 141 . 238 Gas Mileage, Improving Gasoline Fuel Reserve Indicator Gauge Octane Requirement Tank, Filling the . 144 . 140 . 63 . 67 . 140 . 141 . 141 . 66 Engine Coolant Temperature . 68 Fuel . 67 ............... ......................................... ............... ........................................... ................ ........................ ................ ............................................. ... ............................................... Gas Station Procedures Gauges IV Gearshift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission Manual Transmission .......... .............. ........................................ Glove Box . 161 . 159 . 98 ＊＊ . 202 . 81 . 73 ............. ................................................ .............. Halogen Headlight Bulbs Hatch Hazard Warning Flashers Headlights Aiming Daytime Running Lights High Beam Indicator Reminder Beeper Replacing Halogen Bulbs Turning on . 202 ........................................ . 72 ....... . 63 .................. . 71 ........................ . 202 ........ . 71 ................................... . 85 .............................. . 15 Safety Information ...................... . 102 Heating and Cooling ..................... . 158 High Altitude, Starting at ............. High-Low Beam Switch . 71 ................. .. Hood, Opening and Closing the . 142 .5,69 Horn .............................................. ........................... Hydraulic Clutch . 201 Head Restraints ... Identification Number, Vehicle . 246 Ignition Keys Light Switch Timing Control System . 75 .............................................. . 96 ............................................. . 79 ........................................... . 257 ............ . 76 ........................ Immobilizer System Immobilizer System Indicator ....... . 62 ... Important Handling Information . iv . 8 Important Safety Precautions ......... . 60 Indicators, Instrument Panel ......... . 42 Infant Restraint ............................... . 42 ...................................... Infant Seats ...... . 46 . 46 ........................... . 50 .......... . 212 ................... ................................... . 92 . 214 ............................. . 59 ............................ . 72 ........ . 60 .......... ................................. . 96 . i Inflation, Proper Tire Inside Mirror Inspection, Tire Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Brightness Instrument Panel Indicators Interior Lights Introduction LATCH Anchorage System Lower Anchors Tether Anchorage Points ........................................ 2008 Element ０７／０４／２６　１９：１１：５１　３１ＳＣＶ６５０　０２７６ Index Jacking up the Vehicle Jack, Tire Jump Starting ................. ....................................... ................................ . 225 . 223 . 231 Keys and Locks ............................... . 75 ....................... ................. Label, Certification Lane Change, Signaling Lap/Shoulder Belts LATCH Anchorage System Lights .................. . 246 . 71 . 16, 21 . 46 ........... Bulb Replacement Indicator Parking Turn Signal .................... ....................................... ......................................... .................................. .................................... ...... Load Limits LOCK (Ignition Key Position) Locks . 202 . 59 . 71 . 71 . 150 . 79 Anti-theft Steering Column Glove Box ....... .................................... . 79 . 98 ............................................ ........................................ ........................ ......................... Hatch . 81 Power Door .................................. 80 Tailgate . 82 . 143 Low Coolant Level Low Fuel Indicator . 63 Low Oil Pressure Indicator .... 60, 235 Low Tire Pressure Indicator....64, 169 Lower Anchors . 46 Lower Gear, Downshifting to a . 159 . 249 Lubricant Specifications Chart Luggage . 149 ................................ ... ... ......................................... Maintenance .................................. ......................... ... .......................................... . 183 Minder......................................... 185 Minder Indicator . 61 Owner Maintenance Checks . 190 Safety . 184 Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 60, 236 . 159 Manual Transmission . 199 . 160 . 159 . 199 . 59, 66 ................... ............... ..... ................................ ........ Checking Fluid Level Recommended Shift Points Shifting the Manual Transmission Fluid Meters, Gauges ......................... Mirror, Vanity Mirrors, Adjusting Modifying Your Vehicle Monitor, Door and Tailgate ................................. .......................... ............... . 99 . 92 . 148 Open ............................................. . 63 Neutral Gear Position New Vehicle Break-in Normal Shift Speeds NOTICE, Explanation of Numbers, Identification ................... .................. ..................... ................... ............... . 162 . 140 . 160 . i . 246 Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 140 . 66 Odometer . 66 Odometer, Trip Off-Highway Driving . 179 ... ......................................... ............................... .................... CONTINUED 2008 Element ０７／０４／２６　１９：１１：５６　３１ＳＣＶ６５０　０２７７ Index Oil Change, How to ........................ Change, When to ...................... Checking Engine ...................... Pressure Indicator .............. Selecting Proper Viscosity . 194 . 185 . 143 . 60, 235 Chart ...................................... ........... . 193 . 79 ON (Ignition Key Position) Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery Outside Mirrors Overheating, Engine Owner Maintenance Checks .................................... .............................. .................... ....... . 256 . 92 . 233 . 190 Panel Brightness Control Park Gear Position Parking Parking Brake Parking Brake and Brake .............. ........................ ........................................... ................................. . 72 . 161 . 165 . 93 ................. System Indicator . 60, 237 Parking Lights . 71 ................................. .. Parking Over Things that Burn . 165 ................................ Playing a Disc . 119 . 107 Playing the AM/FM Radio .......... VI Playing the XM Satellite Radio PGM-FI System Power Door Locks Power Mirrors Power Socket Locations Power Steering Fluid Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts Preparing to Drive Protecting Adults and Teens . 113 . 257 . 80 . 92 . 98 . 201 . 18 . 157 . 13 Additional Safety Precautions . 18 . 18 Advice for Pregnant Women . 37 .......................................... ............................. .......................... ................................. ................. .................... ......... ........................ ......... ... ..... ........................ Protecting Children Protecting Infants and Small Children Protecting Larger Children ....................................... ........... ..................... . 42 . 51 . 52 Using Booster Seat Radiator Overheating Radio/CD Sound System RadioTheft Protection Readiness Codes, State Rear Differential Fluid Rear Doors ................... ............. .................. ................ ................. ....................................... . 233 . 107 . 131 . 259 . 200 . 81 Defogger Wiper and Washer Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 207 . 87 Rear Seat, Folding . 92 Rear View Mirror . 93 Rear Windows . 73 . 70 . 83 . 86 . 160 . 213 . 59 . 89 . 77 . 134 .. .......................... ............................ ................................. ...................................... ...................... ............... .............. ....... ... ............................. ............... ....................... ................ Reclining the Seat Backs Reclining the Front Seats Recommended Shift Speeds Recommended Tire Pressures Reminder Lights Removing the Rear Seats Remote Transmitter Remote Audio Controls Replacement Information Dust and Pollen Filter Engine Oil and Filter Fuses Light Bulbs Tires Wiper Blades .............. ................ .......................................... ................................ ........................................... ............................. . 210 . 194 . 238 . 202 . 212 . 210 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash ............................................ .......... Reporting Safety Defects Reserve Tank, Engine ＊ . 23 . 264 Coolant ............................... . 143, 196 2008 Element ０７／０４／２６　１９：１２：０１　３１ＳＣＶ６５０　０２７８ Index Restraint, Child Reverse Gear Position Roof Rack Rotation, Tire ............................... .................. ...................................... ................................ . 37 . 162 . 152 . 215 ＊ ......... Airbags Seat Belts ................................ Safety Belts Safety Defects, Reporting Safety Features ................................. ......................................... ..................................... ............. .............................. Safety Labels, Location of Safety Messages Satellite Radio Seat Belts ................................... ................................ . 10, 20 . 264 . 9 . 11 . 10 . 55 . iii . 113 . 10, 20 . 20 Additional Information Automatic Seat Belt ............... Tensioners ............................... ..................................... ................ ................................ ..................... Cleaning Lap/Shoulder Belt Maintenance Reminder Light Replacing After a Crash System Components Use During Pregnancy ............. ................... ............... . 22 . 209 . 16, 21 . 22 . 20, 60 . 23 . 20 . 18 Seating Capacities Seats, Adjusting the Second (2) Gear Position Selecting a Child Seat Serial Number Service Intervals Service Manual Service Station Procedure Setting the Clock Shift Lever Position Indicator Shift Lock Release Side Airbags ... Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt . 16 . 248 ......................... ........................ . 83 . 163 ............. ..................... . 44 . 246 ............................... . 191 ........................... . 265 ........................... . 141 ........... . 132 .......................... ..... . 161 . 163 ........................ . 30 .................................... ................................ . 34 Off Indicator ＊ Side Marker Lights, Bulb Replacement Signaling Turns Skylight Snow Tires Sound System Spare Tire Inflating Specifications .............................. ............................... ............................................ ..................................... ................................ ...................................... ...................................... ............................ .................... ................................ Specifications Charts Speed Control . 205 . 71 . 93 . 216 . 107 . 222 . 222 . 250 . 248 . 135 SRS, Additional Information . 24 .......... Additional Safety Precautions . 36 ... Airbag Service . 35 ............................. How the Passenger Airbag Off ...................... Indicator Works . 34 How the Side Airbag Off Work Indicator Works ...................... . 34 How the SRS Indicator Works . 33 .. How Your Front Airbags ......................................... . 27 ... How Your Side Airbags Work . 30 How Your Side Curtain Airbags ......................................... ........................ SRS Components Work . 32 . 24 . 33, 61 .... . 79 . 158 ....................... SRS Indicator ............................. START (Ignition Key Position) Starting the Engine In Cold Weather at High Altitude .................................. ................ ........ . 158 . 231 . 233 With a Dead Battery Steam Coming from Engine Steering Wheel Adjustment Anti-theft Column Lock .................................. ............. . 74 . 79 CONTINUED VII 2008 Element ０７／０４／２６　１９：１２：０５　３１ＳＣＶ６５０　０２７９ Index Stereo Sound System Storing Your Vehicle Supplemental Restraint ................... .................... . 107 . 219 ................................ ...................................... System Servicing SRS Indicator System Components ......................... ................... .................................. . 11, 24 . 35 . 33, 61 . 24 . 194 Synthetic Oil Tailgate Locks Open Monitor . 82 ............................................ . 63 .............................. Taillights, Changing Bulbs .......... . 207 Taking Care of the Unexpected . 221 Technical Descriptions DOT Tire Quality Grading Emissions Control Systems Emissions Testing Three Way Catalytic ...... ..... .................... . 251 . 256 . 259 Converter Tensioners, Seat Belt Temperature Gauge Tether Anchorage Points ............................... ..................... ....................... .............. . 258 . 22 . 68 . 50 VIII (TPMS) Indicator Tire Pressure Monitoring System . 169 .................................. . 65 ....................................... Theft Protection, Radio ................ . 131 Three Way Catalytic Converter . 258 .. .................. Tilt the Steering Wheel . 74 . 132 Time, Setting the .......................... . 217 Tire Chains .................................... . 223 Tire, How to Change a Flat ......... . 251 Tire Information ........................... ................................. Tire Labeling . 253 . 212 ............................................... Tires . 213 .............................. . 217 ........................................ . 214 ......................... .......................... . 222 . 251 .... . 212 ...................................... . 214 .................................. . 64, 169 . 215 . 215 . 215 . 216 . 250 . 172 Air Pressure Chains Checking Wear Compact Spare DOT Tire Quality Grading Inflation Inspection Low Pressure Indicator Maintenance Replacing Rotating Snow Specifications VSA and Tire Sizes .............................. ................................... ...................................... ........................................... ............................ ................... ..... ＊ Tools, Tire Changing Towing ................... . 223 . 173 A Trailer Emergency . 243 Equipment And Accessories . 175 Weight Limit . 173 . 177 . 174 . 216 ..................................... ................................ ... ............................. ..... ............................. ........................... Trailer, Driving Safely With a Trailer Loading Traction Devices Transmission Checking Fluid Level, Automatic .............................. . 198 Checking Fluid Level, Manual .................. ................................... Fluid Selection Identification Number Shifting the Automatic Shifting the Manual Transmitter, Remote Treadwear Trip Meter Turn Signals .............. ............. .................. ...................... ................................... ....................................... .................................... . 199 . 198, 199 . 247 . 161 . 159 . 77 . 251 . 66 . 71 ＊ CONTINUED 2008 Element ０７／０４／２６　１９：１２：１１　３１ＳＣＶ６５０　０２８０ Wrecker, Emergency Towing ..... . 243 Index Unexpected, Taking Care of the Uniform Tire Quality Grading Unleaded Gasoline Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 221 .......................................... .. . 251 ........................ . 140 . 195 ....... (cid:52942) .................................. ................. ...................... .... ............................. ..................................... ................................................. .................................. Vanity Mirror Vehicle Capacity Load Vehicle Dimensions Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle Storage Ventilation VIN Viscosity, Oil Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) . 99 . 150 . 248 . 246 . 219 . 104 . 246 . 193 System ........................................ ............................. VSA Off Switch VSA System and Activation . 171 . 172 Indicators ..................................... . 64 WARNING, Explanation of Warning Labels, Location of Warranty Coverages Washers, Windshield ............ ......... .................. . iii . 55 . 263 Wheels Checking the Fluid Level Operation ........ ..................................... ........................................... ............... ............ .............................. ............................ ............................... Adjusting the Steering Alignment and Balance Replacement Specifications Nut Wrench . 197 . 70 . 212 . 74 . 215 . 215 . 216 . 224 Windows Operating the Power Rear Rear, Defogger .................. .............................................. ........................... . 91 . 93 . 73 Windshield Cleaning Defroster Washers ....................................... ................................... ..................................... . 70 . 105 . 197 Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades Operation Worn Tires ....................... ..................................... .................................... . 210 . 70 . 214 XM Radio ....................................... . 113 ＊ ＊＊ : U.S. only : Canada only IX 2008 Element ０７／０４／２６　１９：１２：２８　３１ＳＣＶ６５０　０２８１ Service Information Summary Gasoline: Unleaded gasoline, pump octane number of 87 or higher. Fuel Tank Capacity: 15.9 US gal (60 ) Recommended Engine Oil: API Premium grade 5W-20 detergent oil (see page 193 ). Oil change capacity (including filter): 4.4 US qt (4.2 ) Automatic Transmission Fluid: Honda ATF-Z1 Transmission Fluid) (see page 198 ). (Automatic Manual Transmission Fluid: Honda Manual Transmission Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 motor oil as a temporary replacement (see page 199 ). Capacity (including differential): 2.0 US qt (1.9 ) On4WDmodelonly Rear Differential Fluid: Honda Dual Pump Fluid II. Do not use ATF. Capacity: 1.1 US qt (1.0 ) Power Steering Fluid: Honda Power Steering Fluid preferred, or another brand of power steering fluid as a temporary replacement. Do not use ATF (see page 201 ). Brake Fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary replacement (see page 200 ). Tire Pressure (measured cold): All models except SC Front: 33 psi (230 kPa , 2.3 kgf/cm ) 35 psi (240 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm ) Rear: SC model Front/Rear: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) Spare Tire Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) 2008 Element ０７／０４／２６　１８：３５：４８　３１ＳＣＶ６５０　０００１ Owner’s Identification OWNER ADDRESS STREET CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE V. I. N. DELIVERY DATE DEALER NAME ADDRESS (Date sold to original retail purchaser) DEALER NO. STREET CITY STATE/PROVINCE OWNER’S SIGNATURE DEALER’S SIGNATURE ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold. This owner’s manual covers all models of the Element. You may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your particular model. 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 whatsoever. POUR CLIENTS CANADIEN AVIS IMPORTANT: Si vous avez besoin d’un Manuel du Conducteur en français, veuillez demander à votre concessionnaire de commander le numéro de pièce 33SCVC50 2008 Element ０７／０４／２６　１８：３５：５３　３１ＳＣＶ６５０　０００２ Congratulations! Your selection of a 2008 Honda Element was a wise investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure. One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and convenience items. Afterwards, keep this owner’s manual in your vehicle so you can refer to it at any time. Several warranties protect your new vehicle. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights and responsibilities. Maintaining your vehicle according to the schedules given in this manual helps to keep your driving trouble-free while it preserves your investment. When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in mind that your dealer’s staff is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to your vehicle. Your dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer any questions and concerns. Introduction As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded by information is intended to help you avoid damage to your vehicle, other property, or the environment. symbol. This 2008 Element ０７／０４／２６　１８：３５：５７　３１ＳＣＶ６５０　０００３ Introduction California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: defects or other reproductive harm. This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth Event Data Recorders This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices commonly referred to as event data recorders. These devices record front seat belt use, front passenger seat occupancy, airbag deployment data, and the failure of any airbag system component. This 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. ii 2008 Element ０７／０４／２６　１８：３６：０７　３１ＳＣＶ６５０　０００４ 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 − Safety Messages on the vehicle. − three signal words: These signal words mean: preceded by a safety alert symbol DANGER WARNING , or CAUTION and one of You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions. You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions. You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow instructions. Safety Headings − Safety Precautions. such as Important Safety Reminders or Important Safety Section Instructions − such as Driver and Passenger Safety. − how to use this vehicle correctly and safely. This entire book is filled with important safety information carefully. − please read it iii 2008 Element ０７／０４／２６　１８：３６：１２　３１ＳＣＶ６５０　０００５ Important Handling Information Your Element 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 high center of gravity. This means your vehicle can tip 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. For information on how to reduce the risk of rollover, read ‘‘Driving Guidelines’’ on page Off-HighwayDrivingGuidelines control or an accident. section on page 179 . Failure to operate your vehicle correctly might result in loss of 156 of this manual and the iv 2008 Element 2008 Element Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction .......................................................................................................................................................... i A Few Words About Safety .............................................................................................................................. iii Important Handling Information .................................................................................................................... iv Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) .................................................................................................... 4 Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) .................................................... 7 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column) ............................................ 57 Features (heating and cooling, audio, steering wheel, and cruise control) ........................................................... 101 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break- in, and cargo loading) ..................................................................... 139 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ................................................................................................ 155 Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)........................................... 183 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating, and fuses) ............................. 221 Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ....................................... 245 Warranty and Customer Relations (U. S. and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ... 261 Authorized Manuals (U. S. only) (how to order) ......................................................................................... 265 Index ............................................................................................................................... ........................................ I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 00X31-SCV-6502 ０７／０４／２６　１８：３６：２３　３１ＳＣＶ６５０　０００７ 2008 Element ０７／０４／２６　１８：３６：３９　３１ＳＣＶ６５０　０００８ Contents A convenient reference to the sections in this manual. Your Vehicle at a Glance A quick reference to the main controls in your vehicle. Driver and Passenger Safety Important information about the proper use and care of your vehicle’s seat belts, an overview of the supplemental restraint system, and valuable information on how to protect children with child restraints. Instruments and Controls Explains the purpose of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use the controls on the dashboard and steering column. Features How to operate the heating and air conditioning system, the audio system, and other convenience features. Before Driving What gasoline to use, how to break- in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo. Driving The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park; plus what you need to know if you’re planning to tow a trailer. Maintenance The maintenance minder shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer for maintenance service. There is also a list of things to check and instructions on how to check them. Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to handle them. Overview of Contents Technical Information ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada only) A summary of the warranties covering your new vehicle, and how to contact us for any reason. Refer to your warranty manual for detailed information. Authorized Manuals (U.S. only) How to order manuals and other technical literature. Index Service Information Summary A summary of the information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump. 2008 Element ０７／０４／２６　１８：３６：４４　３１ＳＣＶ６５０　０００９ Your Vehicle at a Glance POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P.80) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.91) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.142) A/T model is shown. MIRROR CONTROLS (P.92) INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES(P.66) (P.59) DRIVER’S FRONT AIRBAG(P.11, 27) PASSENGER’S FRONT AIRBAG (P.11, 34) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.102) PARKING BRAKE (P.93) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P.159) (P.161) 2008 Element ０７／０４／２６　１８：３６：５１　３１ＳＣＶ６５０　００１０ Your Vehicle at a Glance HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS (P.71) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.70) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.34) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.107) DIGITAL CLOCK (P.132) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P.73) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.98) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.73) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS ＊ (P.134) CRUISE CONTROL MASTER BUTTON (P.135) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST(VSA) SYSTEM ON/OFF SWITCH (P.172) A/T model is shown. HORN ＊ STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT (P.74) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.135) ＊＊ 1 : 2 : To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. If equipped 2008 Element ０７／０４／２６　１８：３６：５３　３１ＳＣＶ６５０　００１１ 2008 Element ０７／０４／２６　１８：３６：５７　３１ＳＣＶ６５０　００１２ Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important information about how to protect yourself and your passengers. It shows you how to use seat belts. It explains how your airbags work. And it tells you how to properly restrain infants and children in your vehicle. Seat Belts Airbags Protecting Adults and Teens Important Safety Precautions Your Vehicle’s Safety Features ......... ....... ..................................... ......................................... ......... ..... ........... ............ ... 1. Close and Lock the Doors 2. Adjust the Front Seats 3. Adjust the Seat-Backs 4. Adjust the Head Restraints 5. Fasten and Position the . 8 . 9 . 10 . 11 . 13 . 13 . 13 . 14 . 15 Seat Belts ............................ . 16 6. Maintain a Proper Sitting Position . 17 Advice for Pregnant Women . 18 Additional Safety Precautions . 18 ................................ ..... ... Additional Information About Your . 20 ................................. Seat Belt System Components . 20 .. Seat Belts Lap/Shoulder Belt Automatic Seat Belt ...................... . 21 Tensioners Seat Belt Maintenance ............................... ............... Additional Information About Your ..................................... ...... Airbag System Components How Your Front Airbags Airbags . 22 . 22 . 24 . 24 Work . 27 ......................................... How Your Side Airbags Work . 30 ... How Your Side Curtain Airbags ......................................... Work . 32 How the SRS Indicator Works ....................................... . 33 How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works ...................... How the Passenger Airbag Off ...................... ............................. ... . 34 Airbag Service . 35 Additional Safety Precautions . 36 Indicator Works . 34 Protecting Children − General Guidelines ................................ . 37 All Children Must Be Restrained ............................... . 37 All Children Should Sit in a Back Seat ................................. . 38 Can Pose Serious Risks The Passenger’s Front Airbag ......... If You Must Drive with Several ................................... Children If a Child Requires Close . 38 . 40 Attention . 40 Additional Safety Precautions . 41 .................................. ... Protecting Infants and Selecting a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat . 42 . 42 . 43 . 44 . 45 . 46 . 48 . 50 . 51 . 51 . 52 With LATCH With a Lap/Shoulder Belt With a Tether Small Children Protecting Infants Protecting Small Children ......................... ....................... ......... ..................... .................... ............................... ......... .............................. ........... Checking Seat Belt Fit ............... Using a Booster Seat .................. When Can a Larger Child Sit in ......................................... ... ............. ................................... . 52 Additional Safety Precautions . 53 . 54 . 55 Carbon Monoxide Hazard Safety Labels Protecting Larger Children Front 2008 Element ０７／０４／２６　１８：３７：０７　３１ＳＣＶ６５０　００１３ Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety recommendations throughout this section, and throughout this manual. The recommendations on this page are the ones we consider to be the most important. 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 16 wear them properly (see page ). 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 belt until they can use the belt properly without a booster seat (see pages 53 37 ). − 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. 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 (see page 185 ). 2008 Element ０７／０４／２６　１８：３７：１３　３１ＳＣＶ６５０　００１４ (11) (8) (3) (4) (9) (7) (5) (1) (10) (2) (2) (8) (6) (1) Safety Cage

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2008 Honda Element Owners Manual