The instrument panel will illuminate with reduced brightness when you unlock and open the driver's door. The brightness will increase slightly when you insert the key in the ignition switch, then go to normal brightness when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If you do not insert the key in the ignition switch after opening the driver's door, the illumination turns off about 30 seconds after you close the door. If you insert the key but do not turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, the illumination turns off in about 10 seconds.
Hazard Warning Button
Push the button next to the shift lever to turn on the hazard warning lights (four-way flashers). This causes all four outside turn signals and both turn indicators in the instrument panel to flash. Use the hazard warning lights if you need to park in a dangerous area near heavy traffic, or if your vehicle is disabled.
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Rear Window Defogger, Steering Wheel Adjustment
Rear Window Defogger
Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive. The defogger wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. When cleaning the glass, always wipe side-to-side.
The rear window defogger will clear fog, frost, and thin ice from the window. Push the defogger button to turn it on and off. The indicator in the button comes on to show the defogger is on. If you do not turn it off, the defogger will shut itself off after about 15 minutes. It also shuts off when you turn off the ignition switch. You have to turn the defogger on again when you restart the vehicle.
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Steering Wheel Adjustment Make any steering wheel adjustment before you start driving.
Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose control of the vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash.
Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped.
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Steering Wheel Adjustment, Keys and Locks
3. Push the lever up to lock the
steering wheel in that position. 4. Make sure you have securely
locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up and down.
Keys and Locks
KEY NUMBER TAG
MASTER KEYS (BLACK)
VALET KEY (LIGHT GRAY)
The master key fits all the locks on your vehicle. The valet key works only in the ignition and the door locks. You can keep the glove box and hatch locked when you leave your vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility.
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To adjust the steering wheel upward or downward: 1. Push the lever under the left side of the steering column all the way down.
2. Move the steering wheel up or
down to the desired position. Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and the indicators.
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Keys and Locks, Immobilizer System
You should have received a key number tag with your set of keys. You will need this key number if you ever have to get a key replaced. Use only Honda-approved key blanks.
These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the immobilizer system. They will not work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged. ● Protect the keys from direct
sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity.
● Do not drop the keys or set heavy
objects on them.
● Keep the keys away from liquids.
If they get wet, dry them immediately with a soft cloth.
The keys do not contain batteries. Do not try to take them apart. See page 77 for an explanation of the remote transmitter's operation.
Immobilizer System The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from theft. If an improperly coded key (or other device) is used, the engine's fuel system is disabled. When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, the immobilizer system indicator should come on for a few seconds, then go off. If the indicator starts to blink, it means the system does not recognize the coding of the key. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position, remove the key, reinsert it, and turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position again. The system may not recognize your key's coding if another immobilizer key or other metal object (i.e. key chain) is near the ignition switch when you insert the key.
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If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of your key, contact your dealer. Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it. Electrical problems could result that may make your vehicle inoperable. If you have lost your key and cannot start the engine, contact your dealer.
Always take the ignition key with you whenever you leave the vehicle alone.
Immobilizer System, Remote Transmitter
AsrequiredbytheFCC: ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15ofthe FCCrules.Operationissubjecttothe followingtwoconditions:(1)Thisdevice maynotcauseharmfulinterference,and (2)thisdevicemustacceptany interferencereceived,including interferencethatmaycauseundesired operation. Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser's authoritytooperatetheequipment.
Remote Transmitter
LED
UNLOCK BUTTON
LOCK BUTTON
PANIC BUTTON
LOCK - Press this button once to lock both doors and hatch. Some exterior lights will flash. When you push LOCK twice within 5 seconds, you will hear a horn to verify that the doors are locked. You cannot lock it if any door is not fully closed or the key is in the ignition switch.
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RemoteTransmitterCare ● Avoid dropping or throwing the
transmitter.
● Protect the transmitter from
extreme temperature.
● Do not immerse the transmitter in
any liquid.
● If you lose a transmitter, the
replacement needs to be reprogrammed by your dealer.
Replacing the Transmitter Battery
ROUND COVER
BATTERY
If it takes several pushes on the
button to lock or unlock the doors
and the hatch, replace the battery as
soon as possible.
Battery type: CR2025
Remote Transmitter
UNLOCK - Press this button once to unlock the driver's door. Push it twice to unlock the passenger's door and the hatch. Some exterior lights will flash twice each time you press the button. If you do not open either door or the hatch within 30 seconds, they will automatically relock. PANIC - Press this button for about 1 second to attract attention; the horn will sound and the exterior lights will flash for about 30 seconds. To cancel panic mode, press any other button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
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Remote Transmitter, Ignition Switch
Ignition Switch
To replace the battery, remove the round cover on the back of the transmitter by turning it counterclockwise with a coin. Insert a new battery with the + side facing up, and reinstall the cushion ring. Align the mark on the cover with the mark on the transmitter. Set the cover in place and turn it clockwise.
AsrequiredbytheFCC: ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15ofthe FCCrules.Operationissubjecttothe followingtwoconditions:(1)Thisdevice maynotcauseharmfulinterference,and (2)thisdevicemustacceptany interferencereceived,including interferencethatmaycauseundesired operation. Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser's authoritytooperatetheequipment.
The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY (I), ON (II), and START (III). LOCK (0) - You can insert or remove the key only in this position. To turn the key, push it in slightly. The shift lever must also be in Park.
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Ignition Switch, Door Locks
If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may make it difficult to turn the key. Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or right as you turn the key. ACCESSORY (I) - You can operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in this position. ON (II) - This is the normal key position when driving. Several of the indicators on the instrument panel come on as a test when you turn the ignition switch from the ACCESSORY (I) to the ON (II) position. START (III) - Use this position only to start the engine. The switch returns to the ON (II) position when you let go of the key.
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Power Door Locks
DOOR LOCK SWITCH
You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key in the LOCK (0) or the ACCESSORY (I) position and open the driver's door. Remove the key to turn off the beeper. The shift lever must be in Park before you can remove the key from the ignition switch.
Removing the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering. This can cause you to lose control of the vehicle.
Remove the key from the ignition switch only when parked.
LOCK TAB
To lock all of the doors and hatch, press the door lock switch on the driver's door, or press the lock tab down on the driver's door, or use the key on the outside lock. Pressing up on the door lock switch will unlock all of the doors and the hatch.
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The lock tab on the passenger's door locks and unlocks only that door. Pulling up on the driver's door lock tab only unlocks the driver's door. To lock the driver's door, remove the key from the ignition switch, push the lock tab down or push the door lock switch down, then close the door. To unlock the driver's door from the outside, turn the key and release it. LockoutPrevention With the driver's door open and the key in the ignition switch, the master door lock switch is disabled. It is not disabled if the driver's door is closed. If you try to lock the open driver's door with the key in the ignition switch by pushing in the lock tab, the tabs on all doors pop up when you close the door.
Rear Doors
Hatch
Door Locks
To open the rear door, pull the rear door handle located in the rear door edge. The rear door can be opened only when the front door is open. To close the doors, close the rear door first, then the front door. The front door cannot be latched without first closing the rear door. Closing the rear door on the front door will damage both doors.
Unlock
Lock
To lock or unlock the hatch. ● Use your master key to lock and unlock the hatch. Turn the key counterclockwise to lock the hatch, and clockwise to unlock it.
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Door Locks
● Lock the hatch by pushing down the lock tab on the driver's door (see page 80), or by using the master key in the driver's door lock.
● Lock or unlock the hatch with the
master door lock switch.
Tailgate
With the hatch unlocked, open it by pulling the handle and lifting up. To close the hatch, lower it, then press down on the back edge. When both the hatch and tailgate are open, the hatch cannot be latched without first closing the tailgate.
You can open the tailgate only when the hatch is open. To open the tailgate, slide the lock lever to the left and swing down the tailgate. To close the tailgate, lift it up and push it firmly until it latches. Before closing the tailgate, make sure the hatch is raised. Closing the tailgate on the lowered hatch can damage the hatch and the tailgate.
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Door Locks, Seats
See page 154 for information on cargo loading. Keep the tailgate and the hatch closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging them, and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior. See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page 52.
Seat Adjustments Seepages11-13forimportantsafety informationandwarningsabouthowto properlypositionseatsandseat-backs. Make all seat adjustments before you start driving.
FrontSeat
To adjust the seat forward and backward, pull up on the bar under the seat cushion's front edge. Try to move the seat to make sure it is locked in position.
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Seats
RearSeat
Driver's Seat Height Adjustment
SEAT-BACK ADJUSTMENT STRAP
To change the seat-back angle of the front seat, pull up on the lever on the outside of the seat bottom. Adjust the seat-back and make sure it locks into position.
To change the angle of the rear seat- back, pull the strap at the inside edge of the seat cushion, make sure the seat-back locks into position.
To adjust the height of the driver's seat, turn the dial on the outside of the seat bottom.
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Front Seat Armrests OnEXmodel
Head Restraints Seepage13forimportantsafety informationandawarningabout improperlypositioningheadrestraints. Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions to help protect you and your passengers from the likelihood of whiplash and other injuries.
Each front seat has an armrest on the side of the seat-back. To use it, pivot it down.
Seats
They are most effective when you adjust them so the center of the back of the occupant's head rests against the center of the restraint.
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Seats
AdjustingtheHeadRestraint
RemovingtheHeadRestraint
Front
Rear
CUSHION
RELEASE BUTTON
The head restraints in the front and rear seating positions adjust for height. You need both hands to adjust the restraint. To raise it, pull upward. To lower the restraint, push the release button sideways and push the restraint down.
RELEASE BUTTON
LEGS
SEAT-BACK To remove a head restraint for cleaning or repair, pull it up as far as it will go. Push the release button, then pull the restraint out of the seat- back.
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Failure to reinstall the head restraints can result in severe injury during a crash.
Always replace the head restraints before driving.
When reinstalling a head restraint, put the legs back in place. Then adjust it to the appropriate height while pressing the release button. Make sure the head restraint locks in position when you reinstall it.
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Reclining the Front Seats
You can recline the seat-backs on the front seats so they are level with the rear seat cushions, making a large cushioned area. To do this:
1. Remove the head restraints from the front seats (see page 85), and store them in the side pockets of the cargo area.
Seats
2. Adjust the front seats forward as far as possible. Pull up the seat- back angle adjustment lever and pivot the seat-back backward until it is level with the rear seat cushion.
3. Move the front seat backward until
it touches the rear seat.
4. Adjust the rear seat-back to the
desired position.
Reverse this procedure to return the front and rear seats to the upright position. Make sure you install the head restraints and the seats are locked securely before driving. When you return the seat-back to its upright position, hold the seat-back to keep it from going up too quickly.
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Seats
Folding the Rear Seats To create more cargo space, you can fold up each rear seat to each side wall separately. 1. Lower the head restraint to its
lowest position.
SEAT-BACK ADJUSTMENT STRAP
RELEASE STRAP
2. Pull the seat-back adjustment strap
at the inside edge of the seat cushion and push the seat-back backward as far as it will go.
3. Pull the release strap on the seat support, and pivot the seat toward the vehicle's side wall.
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GRAB RAIL
SEAT SUPPORT
FASTENING STRAP
4. A fastening strap is attached to the
inside of the seat cushion. While pushing the seat up and toward the side wall, hook the fastening strap to the grab rail.
5. Fold down the seat support.
Seats
Reverse this procedure to return the rear seat to the upright position. When not in use, store the fastening strap hook in the fabric pocket on the bottom of the seat cushion. Make sure the seat is locked securely.
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Seats
Removing the Rear Seats
TAB
LOCK LEVER
STEEL HANDLE
RELEASE STRAP
Both seats can be removed to give more cargo capacity. To remove a seat: 1. Pull the release strap on the seat
support to unlock the seat support.
COVER
2. Remove the cover between the
seat cushion and the side wall by pulling the tab and pulling the cover straight up.
3. Push the lock lever forward to
unlock the seat and fold down the seat support.
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STEEL HANDLE
Reverse this procedure to reinstall the seat. Make sure the seats are securely locked in place before driving. Always remove an unsecured seat from the vehicle before driving. A seat that is not locked in place could be thrown about and cause injury in a sudden stop or crash.
HANDLE STRAP
4. Hold the steel handle next to the lock lever and the handle strap at the outside edge of the seat cushion, and remove the entire seat by pulling it up and backward.
Seats
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Power Windows
DRIVER'S WINDOW SWITCH
MAIN SWITCH Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position to raise or lower either window. To open a window, push the switch down and hold it. Release the switch when you want the window to stop. Pull back on the switch and hold it to close the window.
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Closing a power window on someone's hands or fingers can cause serious injury.
Make sure your passengers are away from the window before closing them.
AUTO - To open/close the driver's window, push the window switch firmly down or up to the second detent, and release it. The window will automatically go up or down all the way. To stop the window, pull/ push on the window switch briefly. If the MAIN switch is OFF, the passenger's window cannot be raised or lowered. Keep the MAIN switch off when you have children in the vehicle so they do not injure themselves by operating the passenger's window unintentionally.
AUTO REVERSE - If the driver's window senses any obstacle while it is closing automatically, it will reverse direction, and then stop. To close the window, remove the obstacle, then use the window switch again. If your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the driver's window fuse is removed, the AUTO function may be disabled. If this happens, the power window system will need to be reset after reconnecting the battery or installing the fuse. 1. Start the engine. Push down and
hold the driver's window switch until the window is fully open.
2. Pull and hold the driver's window
switch to close the window completely, then hold the switch for about 2 seconds.
If the power windows do not operate properly after resetting, have your vehicle checked by your dealer.
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TAB
Adjusting the Power Mirrors
SELECTOR SWITCH
Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. Be sure to adjust the mirrors before you start driving. The inside mirror has day and night positions. The night position reduces glare from headlights behind you. Flip the tab on the bottom edge of the mirror to select the day or night position.
ADJUSTMENT SWITCH
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position.
2. Move the selector switch to L
(driver's side) or R (passenger's side).
Mirrors
3. Push the appropriate edge of the
adjustment switch to move the mirror right, left, up, or down.
4. When you finish, move the
selector switch to the center (off) position. This turns the adjustment switch off to keep your settings.
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Rear Windows, Parking Brake
Rear Windows
Parking Brake
PARKING BRAKE LEVER
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is driven with the parking brake on.
To open a rear window, pull the lever towards you, then push it out until it locks. To close the rear window pull the lever towards you, then push it back. Make sure the window is fully closed and locked.
To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up fully. To release it, pull up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever. The parking brake indicator on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released (see page 58).
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Light Control Switch OnEXmodel
DOOR ACTIVATED POSITION
OFF
ON
The light control switch has three positions: OFF, Door Activated, and ON. WhentheswitchisintheOFFposition: ● The individual map lights can be turned on and off by pressing the lenses.
● The ceiling light cannot be turned
on.
Whentheswitchisinthedooractivated position: ● The individual map lights come on when any door is opened, or when the remote transmitter is used to unlock the doors (see page 77). When the doors are closed, each light can be turned on and off by pushing the lens.
After all doors are closed tightly, the lights dim slightly, then fade out in about 30 seconds. With any door left open, the lights stay on about 3 minutes, then go out. The lights also come on when the key is removed from the ignition switch. Whenthelightcontrolswitchisinthe ONposition: ● All the individual map lights and
ceiling light come on and stay on as long as the switch remains in the ON position.
Interior Lights
Individual Map Lights OnEXmodel
Turn on the individual map lights by pushing the lens. Push the lens again to turn it off.
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● Open any door. ● Remove the key from the ignition. If you do not open a door, the light fades out in about 30 seconds.
● Unlock the doors with the key or
remote transmitter.
Cargo Area Light The cargo area light has a three- position switch. In the center position, the light comes on when you open the hatch. Ignition Switch Light The ignition switch light comes on when you unlock the driver's door, and fades out about 30 seconds after you close the door.
Interior Lights
Ceiling Light
ON
OFF
DOOR ACTIVATED The ceiling light has a three-position switch: ON, Door Activated, and OFF. In the Door Activated (center) position, the light comes on when you:
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CARGO AREA
CARGO AREA SIDE POCKET
COIN TRAY
DOOR POCKETS
BEVERAGE HOLDERS
BEVERAGE HOLDERS
LX model
EX model
EX model is shown.
ꭧ: If equipped.
Interior Convenience Items
OVERHEAD CONSOLEꭧ
VANITY MIRRORSꭧ
ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET
GLOVE BOX
CENTER LOWER POCKETꭧ
SEAT-BACK POCKETꭧ
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Interior Convenience Items
To reinstall the lid, vertically set the rear lid hinge to the pins on the box and push down. The lid must be vertical as shown in the illustration.
To remove the cooler box, rotate the handle up to the unlocked position. Slide the console towards the rear of the vehicle then lift the console.
Cooler Box OnEXmodel
TAB
There is a cooler box between the driver's and passenger's seats. To open the cooler box, slide the tab backward, and pull up the lid. The lid has a breakaway feature. If the lid is rotated back too far it will break away from the box without damage.
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NOTE: The cooler box must be locked to floor base while driving.
To reinstall the cooler box, set the cooler box into the floor base, then slide the cooler box forward. Rotate the handle down to the locked position. Make sure the cooler box is securely locked in place. A cooler box that is not locked in place could become a projectile and cause injury in a sudden stop or crash. If you take the cooler box out, put it in a safe place outside the vehicle.
Interior Convenience Items
Beverage Holders Be careful when you are using the beverage holders. A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers. Spilled liquids can also damage the upholstery, and electrical components in the interior. The front beverage holder is removable. To remove it, push the tab and pull it up.
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Interior Convenience Items
Accessory Power Sockets
Your vehicle has one or two
accessory power sockets, depending
on the model. All models have a front
accessory power socket on the
dashboard above the glove box.
EX model has an accessory power
socket in the cargo area on the
passenger's side.
These sockets are intended to supply
power for 12 volt DC accessories that
are rated 120 watts or less (10 amps).
None of the sockets will power an
automotive type cigarette lighter
element. When more than one
socket is being used, the combined
power rating of the accessories
should be 120 watts or less (10
amps).
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Glove Box Open the glove box by pulling the bottom of the handle. Close it with a firm push. Lock or unlock the glove box with the master key.
Sun Visor
An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt.
Always keep the glove box closed while driving.
Slide
To use the sun visor, pull it down. When using the sun visor for the side window, remove the support rod from the clip, and swing it out. In this position, the sun visor can be adjusted by moving it on its slider. Do not use the extended sun visor over the inside mirror. Make sure you put the sun visor back in place when you are getting into or out of the vehicle.
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Vanity Mirror OnEXmodel
Overhead Console OnEXmodel
Slide
Slide
Push
To use the vanity mirror on the back of the sun visor, pull up the cover.
To open the overhead console, push on the rear edge or slide the tab as shown in the illustration. It will unlatch and swing down. To close it, push it until it latches. Make sure the holder is closed while you are driving.
Interior Convenience Items
You may also store small items in this holder. Make sure they are small enough to let the holder close and latch, and that they are not heavy enough to cause the holder to pop open while driving.
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Features
The heating and air conditioning system in your vehicle provides a comfortable driving environment in all weather conditions. The standard audio system has many features. This section describes those features and how to use them. (If you have an optional audio system, refer to the operating instructions that came with it.) OnEXmodel Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio system that requires a code number to enable it.
Vents, Heating, and A/C............. 104
Air Flow Controls.................... 105
Ventilation............................... 106
Using the Heater..................... 106
Using the A/C......................... 106
Dehumidify the Interior .......... 107
To Defog and Defrost.............. 107
To Remove Exterior Frost or
Ice From the Windows........ 108
To Turn Everything Off........... 108
Audio System.............................. 109
Playing the AM/FM Radio.......... 110
Playing the XM® Radio................ 113
Playing a Disc ............................. 119
Disc Player Error Messages ....... 125
Disc Changer Error
Messages................................ 126
Protecting Your Discs ................. 127
FM/AM Radio Reception............ 130
Radio Theft Protection ................ 132
Setting the Clock......................... 133
Remote Audio Controls............... 135
Auxiliary Input Jack .................... 136
Cruise Control ............................ 137
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Vents, Heating, and A/C
FAN CONTROL DIAL
TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL
MODE CONTROL DIAL
DEFROST POSITION
RECIRCULATION BUTTON
A/C (AIR CONDITIONING) BUTTON
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON
MAX A/C POSITION
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Air Flow Controls Fan Control Dial Turn this dial clockwise to increase the fan speed and airflow. Temperature Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise increases the temperature of the airflow. Air Conditioning (A/C) Button This button turns the air conditioning on and off. The indicator in the button is on when the A/C is on. Recirculation Button When the recirculation indicator is on, air from the vehicle's interior is sent throughout the system again. When the indicator is off, air is brought in from the outside of the vehicle (fresh air mode).
The outside air intakes for the heating and cooling system are at the base of the windshield. Keep this area clear of leaves and other debris. The system should be left in fresh air mode under almost all conditions. Keeping the system in recirculation mode, particularly with the A/C off, can cause the windows to fog up. Switch to recirculation mode when driving through dusty or smoky conditions, then return to fresh air mode. Rear Window Defogger Button This button turns the rear window defogger on and off (see page 74). Mode Control Dial Use the mode control dial to select the vents the air flows from. Some air will flow from the dashboard vents in all modes.
Vents, Heating, and A/C
The system automatically turns on the A/C and switches to
recirculation mode. Air flows from the center and side vents in the dashboard (see page 106).
Air flows from the center and
corner vents in the dashboard.
Airflow is divided between the
vents in the dashboard and the floor vents.
Air flows from the floor vents. When you select , the system automatically switches to fresh air mode.
Airflow is divided between the
floor vents and the defroster vents at the base of the windshield.
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Vents, Heating, and A/C
or
Air flows from the defroster vents at the base of the windshield. , the When you select system automatically switches to fresh air mode and turns on the A/C. The A/C indicator does not come on. Ventilation The flow-through ventilation system draws in outside air, circulates it through the interior, then discharges it through vents near the tailgate. 1. Set the temperature to the lower
limit.
2. Make sure the A/C is off. 3. Select 4. Set the fan to the desired speed.
and fresh air mode.
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Using the Heater The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air. If the engine is cold, it will be several minutes before you feel warm air coming from the system. 1. Select 2. Set the fan to the desired speed. 3. Adjust the warmth of the air with
and fresh air mode.
the temperature control dial.
Using the A/C Air conditioning places an extra load on the engine. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 67). If it moves near the red zone, turn off the A/C until the gauge reading returns to normal. 1. Turn on the A/C by pressing the
button. The indicator in the button comes on when a fan speed is selected.
2. Set the temperature to the lower
limit.
3. Select 4. If the outside air is humid, select recirculation mode. If the outside air is dry, select fresh air mode. 5. Set the fan to the desired speed. Iftheinteriorisverywarm,you can cool it down more rapidly by partially opening the windows, turning on the A/C, and setting the fan to maximum speed in fresh air mode. TocooltheinteriorwithMAXA/C: 1. Set the mode control dial to MAX
A/C. The system automatically turns on the A/C, selects to recirculation mode.
and switches
2. Set the temperature to the lower
limit.
3. Set the fan to the desired speed.
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Dehumidify the Interior Air conditioning, as it cools, removes moisture from the air. When used in combination with the heater, it makes the interior warm and dry and can prevent the windows from fogging up. 1. Turn the fan on. 2. Turn on the air conditioning. 3. Select and fresh air mode. 4. Adjust the temperature to your
preference.
This setting is suitable for all driving conditions whenever the outside temperature is above 32°F (0°C).
To Defog and Defrost To remove fog from the inside of the windows: 1. Set the fan to the desired speed, or
high for faster defrosting.
2. Select
. The system
automatically switches to fresh air mode and turns on the A/C. The A/C indicator will not come on if it was off to start with.
3. Adjust the temperature control dial
so the airflow feels warm.
4. Select
window.
to help clear the rear
5. To increase airflow to the
windshield, close the corner vents.
Vents, Heating, and A/C
or
When you select , the system automatically turns on the A/C. This helps to dehumidify the air and to defog the windshield. In either mode, you cannot turn off the A/C. When you switch to another mode, the A/C returns to its original setting, either on or off.
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Vents, Heating, and A/C
To Turn Everything Off Turning the fan speed control dial all the way to the left shuts the system off. ● Keep the system off for short
periods only.
● To keep stale air and mustiness from collecting, you should have the fan running at all times.
To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice From the Windows 1. Select
. The system
automatically switches to fresh air mode and turns on the A/C. The A/C indicator does not come on if the A/C was off to start with.
2. Select 3. Set the fan and temperature controls to maximum level.
4. Select
window.
to help clear the rear
To clear the windows faster, you can close the dashboard corner vents by rotating the tab below each vent. This sends more warm air to the windshield defroster vents. Once the windshield is clear, select fresh air mode to avoid fogging the windows. For your safety, make sure you have a clear view through all the windows before driving.
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An audio system is standard on all models. Read the appropriate pages to use your vehicle's audio system.
LX model
EX model
Audio System
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Playing the AM/FM Radio
LX model
EX model
AM/FM BUTTON
SCAN BUTTON
STEREO INDICATOR
SCAN INDICATOR
A.SEL BUTTON
VOL/PWR KNOB
STEREO INDICATOR
AM/FM BUTTON
A.SEL BUTTON
SEEK/SKIP BUTTON
SEEK/SKIP BAR
TUNE KNOB
VOL/PWR KNOB
PRESET BUTTONS
SCAN BUTTON
PRESET BUTTONS
TUNE KNOB
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To Play the Radio The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) position. Turn the system on by pushing the VOL/PWR knob or the AM/FM button. Adjust the volume by turning the same knob. The band and frequency that the radio was last tuned to is displayed. To change bands, press the AM/FM button. On the FM band, ST will be displayed if the station is broadcasting in stereo. Stereo reproduction in AM is not available. To Select a Station You can use any of five methods to find radio stations on the selected band: tune, seek, scan, the preset buttons, and auto select. TUNE - Use the TUNE knob to tune the radio to a desired frequency. Turn the knob right to tune to a higher frequency, or left to tune to a lower frequency.
or
), then release it.
SEEK - The seek function searches
up and down from the current
frequency to find a station with a
strong signal. To activate it, press
either (
SCAN - The scan function samples
all stations with strong signals on the
selected band. To activate it, press
the SCAN button, then release it.
You will see SCAN in the display.
The system will scan for a station
with a strong signal. When it finds
one, it will stop and play that station
for about 5 seconds (LX model) or 10
seconds (EX model).
If you do nothing, the system will
then scan for the next strong station
and play it for 5 seconds (LX model)
or 10 seconds (EX model). When it
plays a station you want to listen to,
press the SCAN button again.
Playing the AM/FM Radio
Preset - Each preset button can store one frequency on AM and two frequencies on FM. 1. Select the desired band, AM or FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store six stations each.
2. Use the tune, seek, or scan
function to tune the radio to a desired station.
3. Pick a preset number (1-6), and
hold it until you hear a beep.
4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store a
total of six stations on AM and twelve stations on FM.
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Playing the AM/FM Radio
AUTO SELECT - If you are traveling and can no longer receive your preset stations, you can use the auto select feature to find stations in the local area. Press the A.SEL button. ‘‘A.SEL’’ flashes in the display, and the system goes into scan mode for several seconds. It stores the frequencies of six AM and twelve FM stations in the preset buttons. You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed after pressing a preset button if auto select cannot find a strong station for every preset button. If you do not like the stations auto select has stored, you can store other frequencies on the preset buttons as previously described. Toturnoffautoselect,press the A.SEL button. This restores the presets you originally set.
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Balance/Fader - These two modes adjust the strength of the sound coming from each speaker. BAL adjusts the side-to-side strength, while FAD adjusts the front-to-back strength. Treble/Bass/Sub-Woofer - Use the TRE/BAS/SUB-W modes to adjust the tone to your liking.
For information on FM/AM radio
frequencies and reception, see page
130.
Adjusting the Sound
Press the MODE or SOUND knob
repeatedly to display the bass (BAS),
treble (TRE), balance (BAL), fader
(FAD), and sub-woofer (SUB-W)ꭧ
settings.
ꭧ: If equipped
Each mode is shown in the display as
it changes. Turn the MODE or
SOUND knob to adjust the setting to
your liking. When the level reaches
the center, you will see ‘‘C’’ in the
display. The system will
automatically return the display to
the selected audio mode about 5
seconds after you stop adjusting a
mode.
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Playing the XM® Radio
XM® Radio OnEXmodel Your vehicle is capable of receiving XM® Radio anywhere in the United States, and Canada except Hawaii, Alaska and Puerto Rico. XM is a registered trademark of Sirius XM Radio®, Inc.
CHANNEL INDICATOR
CATEGORY INDICATOR
VOL/PWR KNOB
XM BUTTON
DISP/MODE BUTTON
SCAN BUTTON
PRESET BUTTONS
TUNE KNOB
CATEGORY BUTTONS
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Playing the XM® Radio
XM Radio receives signals from two satellites to produce clear, high- quality digital reception. It offers many channels in several categories. Along with a large selection of different types of music, XM Radio allows you to view channel and category selections in the display.
Operating the XM Radio To listen to the XM Radio, turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. Push the VOL/PWR knob to turn on the audio system, and press the XM button. Adjust the volume by turning the VOL/PWR knob. The last channel you listened to will show in the display. MODE - To switch between channel mode and category mode, press and hold the DISP/MODE button until the mode changes. In the channel mode, you can select all of the available channels. In the category mode, such as Jazz, Rock, Classical, etc., you can select all of the channels within that category.
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Each time you press and release the DISP/MODE button, the display changes in the following sequence: channel name, channel number, category, artist name, and music title. You may experience periods when XM Radio does not transmit the artist's name and song title information. If this happens, there is nothing wrong with your system. TUNE - Turn the TUNE knob left or right to select channels. In the category mode, you can only select channels within that category. CATEGORY ( either button to select another category.
) - Press
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SCAN - The scan function gives you sampling of all channels while in the channel mode. In the category mode, only the stations within that category are scanned. To activate scan, press the SCAN button. The system plays each channel in numerical order for a few seconds, then selects the next channel. When you hear a channel you want to continue listening to, press the button.
Preset - You can store up to 12
preset channels using the six preset
buttons. Each button stores one
channel from the XM1 band and one
channel from the XM2 band.
To store a channel:
1. Press the XM button. Either XM1
or XM2 will show in the display.
2. Use the TUNE knob, the
CATEGORY buttons, or the SCAN buttons to tune to a desired channel. In category mode, only channels within that category can be selected. In channel mode, all channels can be selected.
3. Pick the preset button you want for
that channel. Press and hold the button until you hear a beep.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to store the
first six channels.
Playing the XM® Radio
5. Press the XM button again. The
other XM band will show. Store
the next six channels using steps 2
and 3.
Once a channel is stored, press and release the proper preset button to tune to it.
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Playing the XM® Radio
XM Radio Display Messages
‘‘LOADING’’ - XM is loading the audio or program information. ‘‘OFF AIR’’ - The channel currently selected is no longer broadcasting. ‘‘UPDATING’’ - The encryption code is being updated. Wait until the encryption code is fully updated. Channels 0 and 1 should still work normally.
’’ - The selected channel
‘‘NO SIGNAL’’ - The signal is currently too weak. Move the vehicle to an area away from tall buildings, and with an unobstructed view of the southern horizon. ‘‘ number does not exist, is not part of your subscription, or this channel has no artist or title information at this time. ‘‘ANTENNA’’ - There is a problem with the XM antenna. Please consult your dealer.
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Signal may be blocked by mountains or large obstacles to the south.
Signal weaker in these areas.
SATELLITE
Playing the XM® Radio
The XM satellites are in orbit over the equator; therefore, objects south of the vehicle may cause satellite reception interruptions. To help compensate for this, ground-based repeaters are placed in major metropolitan areas. Satellite signals are more likely to be blocked by tall buildings and mountains the farther north you travel from the equator. Carrying large items on a roof rack can also block the signal.
GROUND REPEATER
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Playing the XM® Radio
Depending on where you drive, you may experience reception problems. Interference can be caused by any of these conditions: ● Driving on the north side of an
east/west mountain road.
● Driving on the north side of a large commercial truck on an east/west road.
● Driving in tunnels. ● Driving on a road beside a vertical wall, steep cliff, or hill to the south of you.
● Driving on the lower level of a
multi-tiered road.
● Driving on a single lane road
alongside dense trees taller than 50 ft. (15 m) to the south of you.
● Large items carried on a roof rack. There may be other geographic situations that could affect XM Radio reception.
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AsrequiredbytheFCC: Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser's authoritytooperatetheequipment. Receiving XM Radio Service If your XM Radio service has expired or you purchased your vehicle from a previous owner, you can listen to a sampling of the broadcasts available on XM Radio. With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position, push the VOL/PWR knob to turn on the audio system and press the XM button. A variety of music types and styles will play. If you decide to purchase XM Radio service, contact XM Radio at www.xmradio.com,or at 1-800-852-9696. You will need to give them your radio I. D. number and your credit card number.