Tailgate
Unlocking
Childproof Door Locks
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Power Tailgate
Sliding Doors Seats
. 135
. 135
. 139
. 140
. 140
. 141
. 142
. 143
. 144
. 145
. 148
. 148
. 151
. 151
. 152
. 157
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. 158
. 161
. 167
. 183
Seat Heaters Driving Position Memory
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System
. 184
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. 186
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Power Windows
. 189
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Moonroof
. 190
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Mirrors
Parking Brake
...............................
. 192
Adjustable Driver’s Foot Pedals . 193
. 194
Interior Convenience Items
.........
. 195
Retractable Center Tray
..........
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Beverage Holders
. 195
. 197
Integrated Sunshade
................
. 197
Sunglasses Holder
....................
. 198
Conversation Mirror
................
. 198
Sun Visor
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Vanity Mirror
. 199
. 199
Rear Compartment
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. 199
Second Row Console
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. 200
In-Floor Storage Area
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Glove Boxes
. 201
. 202
Center Pocket
...........................
. 202
Coin Pocket
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. 203
Accessory Power Sockets
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. 203
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AC Power Outlet
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. 205
Interior Lights
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Control Locations
(P.77)
INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.65, 66) GAUGES MIRROR CONTROLS (P.191)
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER (P.378)
HEATING AND COOLING SYSTEM/ CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM
(P.210)
SEAT HEATER SWITCHES
(P.183)
POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P.151)
DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM BUTTONS (P.184)
*
POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.186)
FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P.361) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.362)
Vehicle with navigation system is shown.
PARKING BRAKE PEDAL
(P.192)
: If equipped
*
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GLOVE BOXES (P.201)
ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.203)
AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P.283)
RETRACTABLE CENTER TRAY (P.195)
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LX,EX,EX-LandCanadianDXmodels
Instrument Panel
CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P.75)
POWER SLIDING DOOR INDICATOR (P.75)
VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P.70)
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.70)
LOW TIRE PRESSURE (P.71, 388) INDICATOR
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.73)
(P.70)
FUEL ECONOMY (P.75) INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.67, 471)
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP
(P.67, 472)
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRL) INDICATOR
(P.73)
MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR
(P.76)
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) INDICATOR (P.72, 389)
CRUISE CONTROL (P.75) INDICATOR ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P.69, 384) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.74)
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.76)
DOOR AND TAILGATE OPEN INDICATOR (P.75)
SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.35, 68)
SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P.21, 68)
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.73)
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) INDICATOR (P.34, 67)
LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR
(P.67, 471)
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.69, 473)
The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.
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Instrument Panel
Touringmodels
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.70)
LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
(P.73)
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.67, 471) FOG LIGHT INDICATOR (P.73)
FUEL ECONOMY INDICATOR (P.75)
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.67, 472)
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRL) INDICATOR (P.73)
LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.67, 471)
VSA ACTIVATION (P.70) INDICATOR
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.70)
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.73)
CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P.75)
LOW TIRE PRESSURE/TPMS INDICATOR
(P.71, 391)
CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR
(P.75)
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (P.69, 384) (ABS) INDICATOR
DOOR AND TAILGATE OPEN INDICATOR
(P.75)
SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR
(P.76)
LOW FUEL INDICATOR
(P.74)
SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.35, 68)
SEAT BELT REMINDER (P.21, 68) INDICATOR
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.76)
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) INDICATOR
(P.34, 67)
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.69, 473)
* The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.
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The instrument panel has many indicators to give you important information about your vehicle.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
For more information, see page
472
OnTouringmodels You will also see a ‘‘CHECK EMISSION SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display (see page
88
).
Charging System Indicator
If this indicator comes on when the engine is running, the battery is not being charged. For more information, see page
471
OnTouringmodels You will also see a ‘‘CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display (see page
88
).
Low Oil Pressure Indicator
The engine can be severely damaged
if this indicator flashes or stays on
when the engine is running. For
more information, see page
471
OnTouringmodels You will also see a ‘‘CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL’’ message on the multi-information display (see page
88
).
Instrument Panel Indicators
Supplemental Restraint
System (SRS) Indicator
This indicator comes on for several
seconds when you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position. If it
comes on at any other time, it
indicates a potential problem with
your front airbags. This indicator will
also alert you to a potential problem
with your side airbags, passenger’s
side airbag automatic cutoff system,
side curtain airbags, automatic seat
belt tensioners, driver’s seat position
sensor, or the front passenger’s
weight sensors. For more
information, see page
34
OnTouringmodels
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
AIRBAG SYSTEM’’ message on the
multi-information display (see page
88
).
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If your front passenger does not fasten their seat belt, the indicator comes on about 6 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position.
If either of you do not fasten your seat belt while driving, the beeper will sound and the indicator will flash again at regular intervals. For more information, see page
21
OnTouringmodels You will also see a ‘‘FASTEN SEAT BELT’’ or ‘‘FASTEN PASSENGER SEAT BELT’’ message on the multi- information display (see page
88
).
Instrument Panel Indicators
Seat Belt Reminder Indicator
This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It reminds you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts. A beeper also sounds if you have not fastened your seat belt.
If you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position before fastening your seat belts, the beeper sounds, and the indicator flashes. If you do not fasten your seat belts before the beeper stops, the indicator stops flashing but remains on.
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U.S.
Canada
Side Airbag Off Indicator
This indicator comes on for several
seconds when you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position. If it
comes on at any other time, it
indicates that the passenger’s side
airbag has automatically shut off.
For more information, see page
35
OnTouringmodels
You will also see a ‘‘PASSENGER
SIDE AIRBAG OFF’’ message on the
multi-information display (see page
89
).
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Instrument Panel Indicators
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator
This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and when the ignition switch is turned to the START (III) position. If it comes on at any other time, there is a problem with the ABS. If this happens, have your vehicle checked at a dealer. With this indicator on, your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock function. For more information, see page
384
OnTouringmodels
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK ABS
SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-
89
information display (see page
).
U.S.
Canada
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator
This indicator has two functions: 1. It comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It is a reminder to check the parking brake. A beeper sounds if you drive with the parking brake not fully released. Driving with the parking brake not fully released can damage the brakes and tires.
OnTouringmodels
You will also see a ‘‘RELEASE
PARKING BRAKE’’ message on the
multi-information display (see page
88
).
2.
If it remains on after you have fully released the parking brake while the engine is running, or if it comes on while driving, there could be a problem with the brake system. For more information, see page
473
OnTouringmodels
You will also see a ‘‘BRAKE FLUID
LOW’’ or ‘‘CHECK BRAKE
SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-
88
information display (see page
).
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Instrument Panel Indicators
Immobilizer System Indicator
This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It will go off if you have inserted a properly-coded ignition key. If it is not a properly-coded key, the indicator will blink and the engine will not start (see page
143
).
This indicator also blinks several times when you turn the ignition switch from the ON (II) position to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position.
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Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System Indicator
This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
VSA Activation Indicator
This indicator has three functions: 1.
It comes on as a reminder that you have turned off the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system.
If it comes on and stays on at any
other time, or if it does not come on
when you turn the ignition switch to
the ON (II) position, there is a
problem with the VSA system. Take
your vehicle to a dealer to have it
checked. Without VSA, your vehicle
still has normal driving ability, but
will not have VSA traction and
stability enhancement. See page
for more information on the
386
VSA system.
OnTouringmodels
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK VSA
SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-
information display (see page
89
).
2.
3.
It flashes when VSA is active (see page
386
).
It comes on along with the VSA system indicator if there is a problem with the VSA system.
OnTouringmodels
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK VSA
SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-
information display (see page
89
).
This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. See page information.
for more
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Low Tire Pressure Indicator
OnLX,EX,EX-LandCanadianDX models This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it comes on while driving, it indicates that one or more of your vehicle’s tires are significantly low on pressure.
If this happens, pull to the side of the road when it is safe, check which tire has lost the pressure, and determine the cause. If it is because of a flat tire, replace the flat tire with the compact spare (see page ), and have the flat tire repaired as soon as possible. If two or more tires are underinflated, call a professional towing service (see page information, see page
). For more
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457
480
Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator
OnTouringmodels This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
This indicator has two functions:
1.
If it comes on while driving, it indicates that one or more of your vehicle’s tires are significantly low on pressure.
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK TIRE PRESSURE’’ message on the multi- information display (see page ).
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Check the tire pressure monitor on the multi-information display and determine the cause (see page
393
).
Instrument Panel Indicators
If this happens, pull to the side of the
road when it is safe, check which tire
has lost pressure on the multi-
information display, and determine
the cause. If it is because of a flat tire,
have the flat tire repaired as soon as
possible. If two or more tires are
underinflated, call a professional
towing service. For more
information, see page
480
U.S.model(Ifequipped) Your vehicle has Michelin PAX tires. Repair or replacement of PAX tires must be done by a Honda dealer or an authorized Michelin PAX system dealer. For more information, see page
449
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Instrument Panel Indicators
2.
If this indicator begins to flash,
there is a problem with the tire
pressure monitoring system
(TPMS). You will also see a
‘‘CHECK TPMS SYSTEM’’
message on the multi-information
display. The indicator continues to
flash for a while (approximately 1
minute), then stays on. If this
happens, have your dealer check
the system as soon as possible.
For more information, see page
395
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Indicator
OnLX,EX,EX-LandCanadianDX models This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
If this indicator comes on and stays on at any other time, or if it does not come on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, there is a problem with the TPMS. With this indicator on, the low tire pressure indicator will not come on when a tire loses pressure. Take the vehicle to your dealer to have the system checked.
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Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators The left or right turn signal indicator blinks when you signal a lane change or turn. If an indicator does not blink or blinks rapidly, it usually means one of the turn signal bulbs is burned out (see pages ). and Replace the bulb as soon as possible, since other drivers cannot see that you are signaling.
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When you press the hazard warning button, both turn signal indicators and all turn signals on the outside of the vehicle flash.
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Instrument Panel Indicators
Lights On Indicator
or
This indicator reminds you that the exterior lights are on. It comes on when the light switch is in either the position. If you turn the
ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK (0) position without turning off the light switch, this indicator will remain on. A reminder chime will also sound when you open the driver’s door and remove the key from the ignition switch.
On Touring models, this indicator also comes on when the light switch is in AUTO and the lights turn on automatically.
Daytime Running Lights Indicator
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRL) INDICATOR
If this indicator comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position and the parking brake is released, it means there is a problem in the high beam headlight’s circuit. Have your vehicle checked by your dealer.
OnTouringmodel If you see a ‘‘CHECK DRL SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- information display, there is a problem in the high beam headlight’s circuit. Take your vehicle to a dealer to have it checked (see page
89
).
High Beam Indicator
This indicator comes on with the high beam headlights. For more information, see page
136
This indicator also comes on with reduced brightness when the daytime running lights (DRL) are on (see page
138
).
Fog Light Indicator OnTouringmodels
This indicator comes on when you
turn on the fog lights. See page
for information on fog light
138
operation.
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89
).
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Instrument Panel Indicators
Washer Level Indicator OnCanadianmodels
Low Fuel Indicator
LOW FUEL INDICATOR
This indicator is in the fuel gauge. It comes on as a reminder that you must refuel soon. When the indicator comes on, there is about 1.08 US gal (4.1 ) of fuel remaining in the tank before the reading reaches E. There is a small reserve of fuel remaining in the tank when the reading does reach E.
WASHER LEVEL INDICATOR
This indicator comes on when the washer fluid level is low. Add washer fluid when you see this indicator comes on (see page
424
).
OnCanadianTouringmodels You will also see a ‘‘WASHER FLUID LOW’’ message on the multi- information display (see page ).
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U.S.
Canada
Power Sliding Door Indicator
OnEXandEX-Lmodels This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it comes on at any other time, there is a problem in the power sliding door system. With this indicator on, move the main switch on the dashboard to the OFF position, and have the system checked by your dealer as soon as possible. You can still open or close each sliding door manually. For more information on the power sliding doors, see page
161
OnTouringmodels You will also see a ‘‘CHECK LEFT SLIDING DOOR’’ or ‘‘CHECK RIGHT SLIDING DOOR’’ message on the multi-information display (see page
89
).
Instrument Panel Indicators
Cruise Main Indicator
Door and Tailgate Open Indicator
This indicator comes on when you turn on the cruise control system by pressing the CRUISE button on the steering wheel (see page
319
).
Cruise Control Indicator
This indicator comes on when you
set the cruise control. See page
319
cruise control.
for information on operating the
Fuel Economy Indicator
OnEX-LandTouringmodels While the engine is operating in its most economical range, this indicator may come on and stay on. It goes off when your vehicle uses extra fuel.
The appropriate light comes on in this indicator if the tailgate or any door is not closed tightly. All the lights in the indicator come on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
OnTouringmodels The door and tailgate open indicator also appears on the multi-information display.
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Instrument Panel Indicators
System Message Indicator OnTouringmodels This indicator comes on when there is a system message on the multi- information display. Press the INFO button on the steering wheel (see ) to see the message (see page page ).
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Most of the time, this indicator comes on along with other indicators in the instrument panel such as the seat belt reminder indicator, SRS indicator, VSA system indicator, etc.
Maintenance Minder Indicator
OnLX,EX,EX-LandCanadianDX
models
This indicator comes on for a few
seconds when you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position. It
reminds you that it is time to take
your vehicle in for scheduled
maintenance. The maintenance main
items and sub items will be displayed
in the information display. See page
407
maintenance minder.
for more information on the
This indicator goes off when your dealer resets it after completing the required maintenance service.
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Security System Indicator
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
This indicator comes on when the security system is set. For more information, see page
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LX, EX, EX-L and Canadian DX models
TACHOMETER
SPEEDOMETER
FUEL GAUGE
TEMPERATURE GAUGE
INFORMATION DISPLAY
SELECT/RESET KNOB
Touring models
TACHOMETER
SPEEDOMETER
FUEL GAUGE
TEMPERATURE GAUGE
MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY
SELECT/RESET KNOB
Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the engine’s coolant. During normal operation, the pointer should rise to about the middle of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, the pointer may rise to the upper zone. If it reaches the red (hot) mark, pull safely to the side of the road. For instructions and precautions on checking the engine’s cooling system, see page
469
Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you have. It may show slightly more or less than the actual amount. The needle returns to the bottom after you turn off the ignition.
Avoid driving with an extremely low f uel level. Running out of f uel could cause the engine to misf ire, damaging the catalytic converter.
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INFORMATION DISPLAY
ODOMETER
TRIP METER A
ENGINE OIL LIFE
OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR
U.S. model with outside temperature indicator is shown.
TRIP METER B
Information Display OnLX,EX,EX-LandCanadianDX models The information display shows the odometer, trip meter, engine oil life, outside temperature (if equipped), and maintenance item code(s).
To switch the display, press and release the select/reset knob repeatedly. When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, what you last selected is displayed.
OnTouringmodels
For information about the multi-
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information display, see page
78
Odometer The odometer shows the total distance your vehicle has been driven. It measures miles in U.S. models and kilometers in Canadian models. It is illegal under U.S. federal law and Canadian provincial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to change the number of miles or kilometers indicated.
Trip Meter This meter shows the number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) driven since you last reset it. There are two trip meters: Trip A and Trip B. Switch between these displays by pressing the select/reset knob repeatedly. Each trip meter works independently, so you can keep track of two different distances. To reset a trip meter, display it, and then press and hold the select/reset knob until the number resets to ‘‘0.0’’.
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In certain weather conditions, temperature readings near freezing (32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice is forming on the road surface.
If the outside temperature is incorrectly displayed, you can adjust it up to 3°C ± in Canadian models) warmer or cooler.
5°F in U.S. models (
±
NOTE: The temperature must be stabilized before doing this procedure.
Outside Temperature Indicator OnEXandEX-Lmodels This indicator displays the outside temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S. models) or Centigrade (Canadian models). To see the outside temperature, press and release the select/reset knob until the temperature is displayed.
The temperature sensor is in the front bumper. The temperature reading can be affected by heat reflection from the road surface, engine heat, and the exhaust from surrounding traffic. This can cause an incorrect temperature reading when your vehicle speed is under 19 mph (30 km/h). When you start your trip, the sensor is not fully acclimatized, therefore it may take several minutes until the proper temperature is displayed.
To adjust the outside temperature
indicator, press and hold the select/
reset knob for 10 seconds. The
following sequence will appear for 1
second each: 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5,
4,
− − −
− − −
− − 1, 0 (U.S.) or 0, 1, 2, 3, 1, 0 (Canada).
2, 2,
3, 3,
5,
When the temperature reaches the desired value, release the select/ reset knob. You should see the new outside temperature displayed.
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Maintenance Minder The information display in the instrument panel shows you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is in the ON (II) position. This information helps to keep you aware of the periodic maintenance your vehicle needs for continued trouble- free driving. Refer to page more information.
407
for
Check Fuel Cap Message Your vehicle’s onboard diagnostic system will detect a loose or missing fuel fill cap as an evaporative system leak. The first time a leak is detected a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message appears on the information display.
Turn the engine off, and confirm the fuel fill cap is installed. If it is, loosen it, then retighten it until it clicks at least once. The message should go off after several days of normal driving once you tighten or replace the fuel fill cap. To scroll to another display, press the select/reset knob.
The ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message will appear each time you restart the engine until the system turns the message off.
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If the system still detects a leak in your vehicle’s evaporative emissions system, the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) comes on. If the fuel fill cap was not already tightened, turn the engine off, and check or retighten the fuel fill cap until it clicks at least once. The MIL should go off after several days of normal driving once the cap is tightened or replaced. If the MIL does not go off, have your vehicle inspected by a dealer. For more information, see page
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Multi-Information Display
Normal Display Messages
OnTouringmodelsonly The multi-information display in the instrument panel displays various information and messages when the ignition switch is in the ON (II) position. Some of the messages help you operate your vehicle more comfortably. Others help to keep you aware of the periodic maintenance your vehicle needs for continued trouble-free driving.
You can also customize some vehicle control settings to your liking with the multi-information display and the two buttons on the steering wheel (see page
101
).
When you unlock and open the driver’s door with the remote transmitter, the display shows ‘‘Welcome DRIVER 1’’ or ‘‘Welcome DRIVER 2’’ depending on which remote transmitter you use. The driver’s ‘‘ID’’ is detected by the transmitter. For more information about driver’s ‘‘ID’’, see page
149
If you use the key to unlock the driver’s door, the display only shows ‘‘Welcome.’’ This means the system cannot recognize either ‘‘DRIVER 1’’ or ‘‘DRIVER 2.’’ In this case, you cannot use the customized settings on the multi-information display (see page When you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position, the display shows ‘‘Goodbye.’’
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Multi-Information Display
UPPER SEGMENT
INFO BUTTON
LOWER SEGMENT
SEL/RESET BUTTON
To change the display, press the INFO button on the steering wheel repeatedly until the desired information appears (see page
84
).
The multi-information display consists of two segments; an upper segment and a lower segment.
In normal display mode, the upper segment displays the trip computer. The lower segment displays the odometer, Trip A/B, outside temperature, compass, and engine oil life and maintenance message.
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Messages in the trip computer include:
INST. MPG (U.S. models)/ INST.L/100 km (Canadian models): Your vehicle’s current fuel mileage.
When you turn off the engine, INST. MPG or INST. L/100 km is also reset.
RANGE: The estimated distance you can travel on the fuel remaining in the tank. This distance is estimated from the fuel economy you received over the last several miles, so it will vary with changes in speed, traffic, etc.
When the battery is disconnected, or you refuel, RANGE is also reset.
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Multi-Information Display
ELAPSED TIME: The time traveled since you last reset the trip computer. When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, ELAPSED TIME is reset.
You can customize the ELAPSED
TIME reset condition on the multi-
information display (see page
114
).
AVERAGE SPEED: The average speed you are traveling.
When you reset Trip A, AVERAGE SPEED is also reset.
AVERAGE FUEL A/B: This shows your vehicle’s average fuel economy in mpg (U.S. models) or /100 km (Canadian models) since you last reset Trip A or Trip B. When you select Trip B in the lower segment by pressing the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel, or the select/reset knob on the instrument panel, AVERAGE FUEL B appears on the upper segment.
You can customize the Trip A and AVERAGE FUEL A reset condition on the multi-information display (see page
112
).
The average fuel mileage will be reset when you reset the trip meter, or if the vehicle’s battery goes dead or is disconnected.
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If you press the INFO button while AVERAGE FUEL is displayed, you will see the tire pressure monitor in both segments. This monitor is a part of the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). See page more information.
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Pressing the INFO button again brings the display back to the initial display of the trip computer ‘‘INST. MPG’’ (U.S. models) or ‘‘INST. L/ 100 km’’ (Canadian models).
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Press the SEL/RESET button
In the lower segment, each time you press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel, the display changes from ‘‘Trip A/Odometer’’ to ‘‘Trip A/ Outside Temperature’’ to ‘‘Trip B/ Outside Temperature’’ to ‘‘Engine Oil Life’’, and then back to the ‘‘Trip A/Odometer’’ as shown in the next column.
You can also change the display by pushing the select/reset knob in the instrument panel.
When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, what you last selected is displayed.
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Odometer The odometer shows the total distance your vehicle has been driven. It measures miles in U.S. models and kilometers in Canadian models. It is illegal under U.S. federal law and Canadian provincial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to change the number of miles or kilometers indicated.
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Trip Meter While a trip meter is displayed, you can change the display between ‘‘Trip A’’ and ‘‘Trip B’’ by pressing the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel, or the select/reset knob in the instrument panel.
To reset a trip meter, display it, then press and hold the SEL/RESET button until the number resets to ‘‘0.0’’.
When you reset Trip A, AVERAGE FUEL A is reset at the same time. When you reset Trip B, AVERAGE FUEL B is reset.
You can customize the Trip A and AVERAGE FUEL A reset condition on the multi-information display (see page
112
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Compass
Maintenance Minder
COMPASS
In the left corner of the lower segment, a compass indicates which direction your vehicle is pointed.
MAINTENANCE SERVICE ITEM (S)
ENGINE OIL LIFE The multi-information display in the instrument panel shows you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is in the ON (II) position. This information helps to keep you aware of the periodic maintenance your vehicle needs for continued trouble- free driving. Refer to page more information.
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OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY
This shows the outside temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S. models), or in Centigrade (Canadian models).
The temperature sensor is in the front bumper. The temperature reading can be affected by heat reflection from the road surface, engine heat, and the exhaust from surrounding traffic. This can cause an incorrect temperature reading when your vehicle speed is under 19 mph (30 km/h). When you start your trip, the sensor is not fully acclimatized, therefore it may take several minutes until the proper temperature is displayed.
In certain weather conditions, temperature readings near freezing (32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice is forming on the road surface.
You can adjust the outside temperature on the multi- information display (see page
110
).
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System Messages If there is a problem with your vehicle, for example, the engine oil level is low or a door is not fully closed, the multi-information display will show you the problem. It does this by interrupting the current display with one or more messages.
Here is a list of messages shown on the multi-information display:
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Canada
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Canada
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Canada
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Canada
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Canada
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Canada
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: Canadian model only
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You will also hear a beep when the system message comes on for the first time.
Most of the messages are displayed for about 5 seconds, and then the normal display returns. If there are several system messages to be shown, the display switches these messages every 5 seconds.
To cancel the message(s) before 5
seconds elapsed, press the INFO
button on the steering wheel.
Even if you press the INFO button, some messages stay on or come on again at regular intervals until the problem is corrected:
FASTEN SEAT BELT FASTEN PASSENGER SEAT BELT RELEASE PARKING BRAKE WARNING: APPROACHING OBJECT PAX SYSTEM WARNING (Models with PAX system)
You can see the message(s) again by pressing the INFO button repeatedly if the system message indicator remains lit on the instrument panel.
SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR
The system message(s) triggers the appropriate indicator(s) on the instrument panel, including the system message indicator, to come on. The system message indicator does not go off until the problem(s) is corrected.
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FastenSeatBelt
DoorandTailgateOpen
ReleaseParkingBrake
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Canada
In addition to the seat belt reminder indicator on the instrument panel, the multi-information display interrupts the current display and shows ‘‘FASTEN SEAT BELT’’ or ‘‘FASTEN PASSENGER SEAT BELT’’ if you or your front passenger do not fasten your seat belts while driving. This message remains displayed if you ignore it and do not wear your seat belts while the vehicle is moving.
If the tailgate or any door(s) is not closed tightly, the display reminds you to close the tailgate or the door(s) before you start driving. This display continues until you close the door(s) or the tailgate. Pressing the INFO button on the steering wheel momentarily changes the display to the normal display, but it will come back after 5 seconds.
If you start driving without releasing
the parking brake, the multi-
information display interrupts the
current display and shows
‘‘RELEASE PARKING BRAKE.’’
This message continues, and a
chime sounds, until you release the
parking brake, or the vehicle speed
slows down to less than 0.5 mph (0.8
km/h).
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RemoveKey
TightenFuelCap
replace the fuel fill cap. To scroll to another message, press the INFO button. The ‘‘TIGHTEN FUEL CAP’’ message will appear each time you restart the engine until the system turns the message off.
If the system still detects a leak in your vehicle’s evaporative emissions system, the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) comes on. If the fuel fill cap was not already tightened, turn the engine off, and check or retighten the fuel fill cap until it clicks at least once. The MIL should go off after several days of normal driving once the cap is tightened or replaced. If the MIL does not go off, have your vehicle inspected by a dealer. For more information, see page
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If you leave the key in the ignition switch in the LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I) position and open the driver’s door, you will see ‘‘REMOVE KEY’’ on the display and hear a reminder beeper.
Your vehicle’s on board diagnostic system will detect a loose or missing fuel fill cap as an evaporative system leak. The first time a leak is detected a ‘‘TIGHTEN FUEL CAP’’ message appears on the multi-information display. Turn the engine off, and confirm the fuel fill cap is installed. If it is, loosen it, then retighten it until it clicks at least once. The message should go off after several days of normal driving once you tighten or
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BrakeFluidLow
FuelLow
WasherFluidLow
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