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
Front and Second row seat CUSHION
Third row seat
LEG
SEAT BACK
RELEASE BUTTON
AdjustingtheHeadRestraint The front and rear head restraints adjust for height. You need both hands to adjust the restraint. Do not attempt to adjust it while driving. To raise it, pull upward. To lower the restraint, push the release button and push the restraint down.
RELEASE BUTTON
RemovingtheHeadRestraint 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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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 removed head restraints are securely stored.
Failure to reinstall the head restraints can result in severe injury during a crash.
Always replace the head restraints before driving.
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This reduces the distance between the restraint and the occupant’s head. It also helps protect the occupants against whiplash and injuries to the neck and upper spine.
After a collision, the activated restraint should return to its normal position.
If the restraints do not return to their normal position, or in the event of a severe collision, have the vehicle inspected by a Honda dealer.
For a head restraint system to work properly:
Do not hang any items on the head restraints, or from the restraint legs.
Do not place any object between an occupant and the seat-back.
Install each restraint in its proper location.
Only use genuine Honda replacement head restraints.
ActiveHeadRestraints
The driver’s and front passenger’s seats have active head restraints. If the vehicle is struck severely from the rear, the occupant properly secured with the seat belt will be pushed against the seat-back and the head restraint will automatically move forward.
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Third Row Seat Access
To get into or out of the third row seat, walk between the second row seats.
When the seat on the passenger’s side is moved to the center, walk through the passenger’s side to get into or out of the third row seat.
You need to remove the plus-one seat (see page make this seat arrangement.
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RELEASE LEVER
To get into or out of the third row seat, pull up the release lever on the shoulder of each second row bucket seat. The seat-back will tilt forward and the whole seat will slide forward.
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Moving the Second Row Bucket Seat The second row bucket seat on the passenger’s side can be moved to the center to provide access to the third row seat.
Seats
HOOK
COVER
1.
Remove the passenger’s side
second row bucket seat (see page
177
), then remove the cover.
If you have already set the floor mat under the passenger’s side bucket seat, make sure you remove it before moving the bucket seat.
2.
3.
Hook the front of the seat to the floor, then slide the seat toward the center of the vehicle.
Push the back of the seat down over the floor hooks. Make sure the seat is securely locked in place.
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To return the seat to the outside position, remove the seat, reinstall the cover, then reinstall the seat.
Make sure the seats are securely locked in place before driving. A seat that is not locked in place could fly around and cause injury in a sudden stop or crash.
Seats and Floor Mats
When the plus-one seat is in the center position, store the floor mat under the passenger’s side bucket seat as shown above.
When the passenger’s side bucket seat is in the outside position, and the plus-one seat is not used, install the floor mat and the cover over the floor anchors.
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Outer position BUTTONS
TABS
Center position BUTTONS
TAB
SLIT
TAB
SLITS
TABS
To install the floor mat in an outer position or the center position, insert the tabs into the slits on the floor, then snap the two buttons in place. Refer to the illustrations above.
Seats
Removing the Bucket Seats in the Second Row
SEAT-BACK LEVER
LOCK RELEASE LEVER
Both seats can be removed to give more cargo capacity. Do not remove the seats while driving.
To remove a second row seat: Pull up the seat-back angle 1. adjustment lever, and fold the seat-back forward.
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To reinstall the seat, hook the front of the seat to the floor, then push the rear of the seat-back until it locks in place. Make sure the seat is securely latched before driving.
Removing the Second Row Plus-One Seat ExceptU.S.LXandCanadianDX models Your vehicle has a plus-one seat for the second row center position.
You can remove the plus-one seat when it is not used. Do not remove the seat while driving.
2.
Unlock the seat from the floor by pulling the lock release lever under the seat cushion’s front edge and lifting the rear of the seat.
3.
Unhook the front of the seat from the floor by pulling it back slightly, then pivoting it upward.
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SEAT CUSHION STRAP
Seats
5.
Unhook the front of the seat from the floor by pulling it back slightly, then pivoting it upward.
SEAT-BACK STRAP
LOCK RELEASE LEVER
To remove the plus-one seat:
1.
Lower the head restraints fully.
4.
Unlock the seat from the floor by pulling the lock release lever and lifting the rear of the seat.
2.
Remove the seat cushion by pulling the seat cushion strap.
3.
Fold the seat-back forward by pulling the seat-back strap.
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Install the seat cushion on the seat bottom plate. To install the cushion, hook the front of the cushion first, then push down the rear until the cushion is securely positioned.
SEAT-BACK STRAP
To install the plus-one seat:
Hook the front of the seat to the floor, then push down the back until it locks. Make sure both the front and back of the seat are securely latched. Pull up the seat-back, and adjust the seat-back angle to the desired position while pulling the seat-back strap on the outside of the seat bottom.
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To use the plus-one seat as a center console, remove its seat cushion by pulling up the seat cushion strap. Then pivot the seat-back forward until it is flat. Store the seat cushion in the floor storage area.
Make sure the seats are securely locked in place before driving. A seat that is not locked in place could fly around and cause injury in a sudden stop or crash.
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Folding the One-Motion Third Row ‘‘Magic Seat’’ To create more cargo space, you can fold the one-motion third row ‘‘Magic Seat’’ into the floor recess.
1.
Unlatch the center seat detachable seat belt anchor, and let the belt retract all the way into the ceiling. Place the latch plate and anchor latch into their holding slots. Make sure both seat belts on the outer seats are out of the way.
2.
Lower the head restraints fully.
HANDLES
3.
Pull the handle on each seat-back to unlock the front legs of the third row seat.
4.
Pivot the seat into the cargo area floor recess.
Make sure all items in the cargo area are secured. Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you Carrying have to brake hard. See Cargo
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STRAPS
To return the seat to the upright position:
1.
Pull the seat out of the recess by pulling on the handle. Pivot the seat forward all the way. The front legs of the third row seat will automatically latch.
2.
Pull the seat-back upright with the strap. Make sure the seat is securely locked into position before driving.
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Passenger’s seat
HEATERS
Driver’s seat
OnEX-LandTouringmodels Both front seats are equipped with seat heaters. The passenger seat only has heaters in the seat bottom because of the side airbag system. The ignition switch must be in the ON (II) position to use them. The seat heater switches are located on the dashboard above the center pocket. Push the top of the switch, HI, to rapidly heat up the seat. After the seat reaches a comfortable temperature, select LO by pushing
SEAT HEATER SWITCHES
the bottom of the switch. This will keep the seat warm.
Seat Heaters
In the HI setting, the heater turns off when the seat gets warm, and turns back on after the seat’s temperature drops. In LO, the heater does not cycle with temperature change.
Follow these precautions when using the seat heaters:
Use the HI setting only to heat the seats quickly, because it draws large amounts of current from the battery.
If the engine is left idling for an extended period, do not use the seat heaters, even on the LO setting. It can weaken the battery, causing hard starting.
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Driving Position Memory System
OnTouringmodelonly Your vehicle has a memory feature for the driver’s seat and outside mirror positions.
Storing a Driving Position in Memory Store a driver’s seat position only when the vehicle is parked.
MEMO BUTTON
INDICATORS
Two seat and outside mirror positions can be stored in separate memories. You select a memorized position by pushing the appropriate button or using the appropriate remote transmitter (Driver 1 or Driver 2).
This setting can be linked or unlinked with the remote transmitter. For more information, see page
149
You can change the ‘‘MEMORY
POSITION LINK’’ setting on the
multi-information display (see page
116
).
1.
2.
3.
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Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. You cannot add a new seat position in memory unless the ignition switch is in the ON (II) position. You can recall a memorized position with the ignition switch in any position.
MEMORY BUTTONS
Adjust the seat to a comfortable position (see page
170
).
Adjust the outside mirrors for best visibility (see page
191
).
4.
Press and release the MEMO button on the driver’s door. You will hear a beep. Then, both indicators in the memory buttons will start to blink. Press and hold one of the memory buttons (1 or 2) within 5 seconds after you press the MEMO button. When the system completes storing a new driving position, you hear two beeps. The indicator in the stored memory button will come on.
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Doing any of the following after pressing the MEMO button will cancel the storing procedure.
Not pressing a memory button within 5 seconds.
Pressing the MEMO button again within 5 seconds.
Readjusting the seat position.
Readjusting the outside mirror position.
Each memory button stores only one driving position. Storing a new position erases the previous setting stored in that button’s memory. If you want to add a new position while retaining the current one, use the other memory button.
Selecting a Memorized Position
MEMORY BUTTONS
To select a memorized position, do this:
1.
Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position.
2.
Press the desired memory button (1 or 2) until you hear a beep.
All stored driving positions will be lost if your vehicle’s battery goes dead or is disconnected.
The system will move the seat and outside mirrors to the memorized positions. The indicator in the
selected memory button will flash during movement. When the adjustments are complete, you will hear two beeps, and the indicator will remain on.
To stop the system’s automatic adjustment, do any of these actions:
Press any button on the driver’s door: MEMO, memory button 1 or 2. Push any of the adjustment switches for the seat. Shift out of Park. Adjust the outside mirrors.
If desired, you can use the adjustment switches to change the positions of the seat or outside mirrors after they are in their memorized positions. If you change the memorized position, the indicator in the memory button will go out. To keep this driving position for later use, you must store it in the driving position memory.
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Power Windows
DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH
MAIN SWITCH
The windows will operate for up to 10 minutes after you turn off the ignition switch. Opening either front door cancels this function.
Closing a power window on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury.
Make sure your passengers are away from the windows before closing them.
−
To open/close the driver’s
AUTO 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.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position to raise or lower any window. To open the window, push the switch down to the first detent 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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If the MAIN switch is OFF, the passenger windows 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 windows unintentionally.
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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.
Auto reverse stops sensing when the window is almost closed. You should always check that all passengers and objects are away from the window before closing it.
Only on the driver’s window, NOTE: the auto reverse function is disabled when you continuously pull up the switch.
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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 the AUTO function is disabled, the power window system will need to be reset after reconnecting the battery or installing the fuse.
1.
2.
Start the engine. Push down and hold the driver’s window switch until the window is fully open.
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.
Opening the Windows with the Remote Transmitter
UNLOCK BUTTON
OnEX,EX-LandTouringmodels You can open all of the windows from the outside with the remote transmitter.
1.
Press the UNLOCK button once to unlock the driver’s door.
Power Windows
2.
Press the UNLOCK button a second time, and hold it. The passenger’s doors unlock, and all four windows start to open. To stop the windows, release the button.
3.
To open the windows further,
press the button again and hold it.
If the windows stop before the
desired position, repeat steps 1
and 2.
You cannot close the windows with the remote transmitter.
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Power Windows
Opening/Closing the Windows with the Key
If the windows stop before the desired position, repeat steps 2 and 3.
3.
Turn the key clockwise again, and hold it. All four windows start to open. To stop the windows, release the key.
4.
To open the windows further, turn and hold the key again (within 10 seconds of step 2).
Close
Open
To close: 1.
Insert the key in the driver’s door lock.
2.
Turn the key counterclockwise, then release it.
3.
Turn the key counterclockwise again, and hold it. All four windows start to close. To stop the windows, release the key.
4.
To close the windows further, turn and hold the key again (within 10 seconds of step 2).
OnEX,EX-LandTouringmodels You can open and close the windows with the key in the driver’s door lock.
To open: 1.
Insert the key in the driver’s door lock.
2.
Turn the key clockwise, then release it.
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Moonroof
If you try to open the moonroof in below-f reezing temperatures, or when it is covered with snow or ice, you can damage the moonroof panel or its motor.
The moonroof has a key-off delay. You can still open and close the moonroof for up to 10 minutes after you turn off the ignition. The key-off delay cancels as soon as you open either front door. You must then turn the ignition to the ON (II) position for the moonroof to operate.
To tilt up the back of the moonroof, press and hold the center button ). To close the moonroof, press and hold the top of the switch ). To open the moonroof, press and hold the bottom of the switch (
).
Opening or closing the moonroof on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury.
Make sure all hands and fingers are clear of the moonroof before opening or closing it.
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OnEX-LandTouringmodels The moonroof can be tilted up in the back for ventilation, or it can be slid back into the roof. Use the switch under the left dashboard vent to operate the moonroof. You must turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position for the moonroof to operate.
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Mirrors
Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. Be sure to adjust the mirrors before you start driving.
OnLX,EXandCanadianDXmodels 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.
OnEX-LandTouringmodels The inside mirror can automatically darken to reduce glare. To turn on this feature, press the button on the bottom of the mirror. The AUTO indicator comes on as a reminder. When it is on, the mirror darkens when it senses the headlights of a vehicle behind you, then returns to normal visibility when the lights are gone. Press the button again to turn off this feature.
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Adjusting the Power Mirrors
SELECTOR SWITCH
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).
3.
Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to move the mirror right, left, up, or down.
When you finish, move the selector switch to the center (off) position. This turns the adjustment switch off to keep your settings.
Mirrors
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror Both outside door mirrors have a reverse tilt feature. When in reverse, the selected mirror will tilt down slightly to improve your view as you parallel park. Shifting out of reverse will return the mirrors to their original position.
To tilt the driver’s mirror, place the selector switch in the left position. To tilt the passenger’s mirror, place the switch in the right position. To turn the feature off, place the switch in the center position.
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Mirrors, Parking Brake
HeatedMirrors
Parking Brake
HEATED MIRROR BUTTON
PARKING BRAKE PEDAL
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.
OnTouringmodels
You will also see a ‘‘RELEASE
PARKING BRAKE’’ message on the
multi-information display (see page
88
).
To apply the parking brake, push the pedal down with your foot. To release it, push on the pedal again. The parking brake indicator on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released (see page
69
).
ExceptU.S.LXmodel The outside mirrors are heated to remove fog and frost. With the ignition switch in the ON (II) position, turn on the heaters by pressing the button. The indicator in the button comes on as a reminder. Press the button again to turn the heaters off.
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Adjustable Driver’s Foot Pedals
To adjust the pedals:
1.
2.
3.
Push and hold the top of the adjustment switch until pedals are closest to you.
Adjust your seat and the steering wheel so you can operate the controls and steering wheel easily.
Push and hold the bottom of the adjustment switch until pedals are in the position you can press them fully and comfortably.
PEDAL POSITION ADJUSTMENT SWITCH
OnTouringmodelsonly You can adjust the position of the brake pedal and accelerator pedal when the shift lever is in the Park position. Push the top of the adjustment switch to move the pedals forward, and the bottom to move them backward.
Do not adjust the pedals with your foot on or under either pedal.
Make all adjustments before you start driving.
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Interior Convenience Items
BEVERAGE HOLDERS
COAT HOOK
BEVERAGE HOLDER
SUN VISOR
AC POWER OUTLET *
SUNGLASSES HOLDER
VANITY MIRROR
UPPER GLOVE BOX
LOWER GLOVE BOX CENTER POCKET
ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET
*
: If equipped
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BEVERAGE HOLDER
*
IN-FLOOR STORAGE
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Retractable Center Tray
To use the retractable center tray, pull up the outside edge of the tray until it latches. To store it, pull the lever and lower the tray.
LEVER
Sitting on or getting under the tray, or putting heavy objects on the tray, may damage or deform it.
Do not keep items on the tray while driving. They may fall down or fly around when you go around corners or brake hard.
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 damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in the interior.
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The beverage holders for the third row seat passengers are in the armrests on the rear side panels.
ExceptU.S.LXandCanadianDX models The plus-one seat has a beverage holder on the back of the seat-back.
To use the beverage holder, remove the seat cushion, and fold the seat- back by pulling the seat-back strap (see page
179
).
To use the front beverage holder, pull the handle.
Additional beverage holders for the front seat passengers are in the retractable center tray.
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Integrated Sunshades
HOOK
The sunshades are intended for use only when the windows are fully closed. If a window is opened, the shade can be blown off its hooks. As the shade automatically retracts, it could hit and hurt anyone sitting too close to the window.
TAB
OnEX,EX-LandTouringmodels Each rear sliding door has an integrated sunshade. To use a sunshade, hold the tab on the top and pull the sunshade all the way up. Insert the holes on the sunshade into the hooks on the window frame. To store the shade, unhook it, and let it retract all the way down.
Interior Convenience Items
Sunglasses Holder
Push
SUNGLASSES HOLDER
To open the sunglasses holder, push then release the raised detent. It will unlatch and swing down. To close it, push it until it latches. Make sure the holder is closed while you are driving.
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Conversation Mirror
Sun Visor
Some larger styles of sunglasses may not fit in the holder.
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.
Ifequipped The sunglasses holder uses a convex mirror for its bottom panel. You can see all the vehicle passengers in this mirror. To use the mirror, open the sunglasses holder fully, push it to the first detent, and release it.
To switch back to the sunglasses holder, close the conversation mirror and then open the sunglasses holder.
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SUN VISOR
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.
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
Rear Compartment
Second Row Console
Interior Convenience Items
REAR COMPARTMENT
LEVER
STRAP
Pull up the vanity mirror cover to use the mirror. The lights come on when you open the cover. Make sure you close the cover when you are not using the vanity mirror.
The vanity mirror light will not come on if the sun visor is slid outward.
To open the compartment, pull the lever and lift the lid. To close, lower the lid and push it down until it latches.
ExceptU.S.LXandCanadianDX models You can store items under the seat cushion of the plus-one seat. Pull the strap to raise the seat cushion, store items, then reinstall the cushion or remove the cushion and fold the seat-back down to use the seat as a tray.
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In-Floor Storage Area
HOOK
HANDLE
LID
There is a large storage area under the floor between the front seats and the second row bucket seats.
To place or remove large items from the storage area, pull off the carpet near the second row seat, and pull the handle to open the large lid.
Ifequipped To keep the lid open, attach the hook to the grab rail on the back of the front seat-back.
You can adjust the length of the hook strap. Pull down the upper edge of the stopper, and slide it up or down.
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You can store items in the floor storage area up to 22 lbs (10 kg). Do not exceed this weight limit, or you may damage the floor storage area.
The inside of the storage area can get very hot. Do not store any items that should be kept cool, or items that can be easily damaged, warped, or deformed by heat.
Dust, sand, etc., can accumulate in the floor storage area. If you spill liquid on the floor around the floor storage area, it can get inside the storage area, and the moisture can be trapped inside. Always keep the inside of the storage area dry and clean.
To prevent items from being thrown about the vehicle and possibly hurting someone in an accident or sudden stop, be sure the storage area lids are securely closed before driving away.
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Glove Boxes
Open the lower 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.
Open the upper glove box by pressing the button. The lid will swing open. Close it with a firm push.
Interior Convenience Items
Keep the glove boxes closed while driving. If either are open, a passenger could be injured during a crash or sudden stop.
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 boxes closed while driving.
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Center Pocket
Coin Pocket
Without rear entertainment system
With rear entertainment system
Open the center pocket by pulling the handle. Close it with a firm push.
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A coin holder is located in front of the beverage holder. To use the coin holder, pull the handle, then push the button. The lid will swing open. To close the lid, push it down until it latches.
Make sure to close the lid before you close the beverage holder.
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Accessory Power Sockets
There are two accessory power sockets in your vehicle. One accessory power socket is above the center pocket and another is on the cargo area sidewall on the driver’s side.
Each socket is 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.
Interior Convenience Items
AC Power Outlet Ifequipped
There is a 115 volt AC power outlet in the rear compartment on the driver’s side. To use the AC power outlet, open the rear compartment lid and open the outlet cover. Insert the plug into the receptacle slightly, turn it 90° clockwise, then push in the plug all the way.
Always run the engine when you use the AC power outlet.
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The maximum capacity for this
power outlet is 115 volt AC at 100
watts or less. If you use an appliance
which requires more than 100 watts,
it automatically stops supplying the
power. If this happens, turn the
ignition switch off and turn it on
again.
The AC power outlet is not
NOTE: designed for electric appliances which require high initial peak wattage such as cathode-ray tube type televisions, refrigerators, electric pumps, etc. It is also not suitable for devices that process precise data such as medical equipment or measuring instruments. Any appliances that require an extremely stable power supply such as microcomputer-controlled electric blankets, touch sensor lamps, etc., should not be connected to this outlet.
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Interior Lights
WhentheswitchisintheOFFposition: Whentheswitchisinthedooractivated
position:
None of the lights come on when a door is opened.
The individual map lights in the front can be turned on and off by pressing the lenses.
The individual map lights in the second and third rows cannot be turned on.
Light Control Switch
LIGHT CONTROL SWITCH
DOOR ACTIVATED POSITION
The light control switch controls the interior lights: the individual map lights in the front, the individual map lights above the second and third row passengers. This switch has three positions: OFF, door activated, and ON.
The individual map lights in the front come on when any door is opened. When the doors are closed, each light can be turned on and off by pressing the lenses.
The individual map lights in the second and third rows come on when any door is opened. When the doors are closed, each light can be turned on and off by pushing on the lens.
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Interior Lights
WhentheswitchisintheONposition:
All the individual map lights come on and stay on as long as the switch remains in the ON position.
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After all doors are closed tightly, the light(s) dims slightly, then fades out in about 30 seconds.
Individual Map Lights
Front
With the light control switch in the door activated position, all the individual map lights come on when you unlock the door with the remote transmitter (see page
147
).
With any door left open, the lights stay on about 3 minutes, then go out.
OnTouringmodels You can change the ‘‘INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME’’ setting on the multi-information display (see page
118
).
Turn on the front and rear individual map lights by pushing the lens of each light. Push the lens again to turn it off. You can also operate these lights with the light control switch (see page
205
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Rear
Cargo Area Light
Ignition Switch Light
Interior Lights
ON
OFF
The cargo area light has a three- position switch. In the OFF position, the light does not come on. In the center position, it comes on when you open the tailgate. In the ON position, it stays on continuously.
The ignition switch light comes on when you open the driver’s door, and stays on several seconds after you close the door.
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Courtesy Lights
The courtesy lights in the front doors come on when you open any door.
The courtesy light between the map lights come on when you turn the parking lights on. To adjust its brightness, turn the select/reset knob on the instrument panel.
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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.)
Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio system that requires a code number to enable it.
The security system helps to discourage vandalism and theft of your vehicle.
Onvehicleswithnavigationsystem The climate control system and the audio system have a voice control feature. Refer to the navigation system manual for more information.
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Using Automatic Climate
Control
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Using the Rear A/C Unit
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Climate Control Sensors
Audio System
LXandCanadianDXmodels
Playing the AM/FM Radio
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Playing a Disc
Disc Player Error Messages
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Playing Discs
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Playing Discs
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Protecting Your Discs
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Playing a Tape
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Setting the Clock
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Remote Audio Controls
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Auxiliary Input Jack Radio Theft Protection Rear Entertainment System Security System Cruise Control HomeLink Universal
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Transceiver
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Parking Sensor System Reaview Camera and Monitor
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Vents, Heating, and A/C
LX and Canadian DX models
RECIRCULATION BUTTON
AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) BUTTON
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON
EX, EX-L and Touring models
FAN CONTROL DIAL
TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL
MODE CONTROL DIAL
REAR CONTROLLER DIAL
WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER BUTTON
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON
REAR ON/OFF BUTTON
REAR LOCK BUTTON
FAN CONTROL BUTTONS
RECIRCULATION BUTTON
AUTO BUTTON
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MODE BUTTON
AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) BUTTON
OFF BUTTON
SYNC BUTTON
DRIVER’S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH
PASSENGER’S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH
REAR TEMPERATURE
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Fan Control OnLXandCanadianDXmodels Turn the dial clockwise to increase the fan speed and airflow. Turn the dial counterclockwise to decrease it.
OnEX,EX-LandTouringmodels Press the button to increase the fan speed and airflow. Press the
▲
▼
button to decrease it.
Temperature Control OnLXandCanadianDXmodels Turning this dial clockwise increases the temperature of the airflow.
OnEX,EX-LandTouringmodels Your vehicle has four temperature control buttons, two for the driver, and two for the front passenger.
OnEX,EX-LandTouringmodels When the rear passenger’s zone is turned on using the REAR button on the front control panel, a second row passenger also can adjust the
temperature, fan speed and air flow.
OnEX,EX-LandTouringmodels The rear passenger compartment temperature can also be set separately. Press the top ( ▲ appropriate temperature control button to increase the temperature of airflow. Press the bottom ( ) of the button to decrease it. Each set temperature is shown in the display.
) of the
▼
When you set the temperature to its lower limit or its upper limit, it will be displayed as ‘‘Lo’’ or ‘‘Hi’’.
SYNCButton OnEX,EX-LandTouringmodels When you press this button, the indicator in the button comes on, and the passenger’s side temperature and the rear passenger compartment is synchronized to the driver’s side set temperature. Changing the passenger’s side temperature or the temperature of the rear passenger
Vents, Heating, and A/C
compartment makes the indicator to go off, and takes the system out of SYNC mode.
Air Conditioning (A/C) Button This button turns the air conditioning on and off. On LX and Canadian DX models, the indicator in the button is on when the A/C is on. On EX, EX-L, and Touring models, you will see A/C ON or A/C OFF in the display.
Recirculation Button When the indicator in the button 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).
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Vents, Heating, and A/C
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.
Air flows from the floor
vents. When you select system automatically switches to fresh air mode.
, the
Rear Window Defogger Button
This button turns the rear window
defogger on and off (see page
140