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PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR


This indicator alerts you that the passenger’s airbag has been shut off because weight sensors detect an infant or small child may be in the passenger’s seat. It does notmean there is a problem with the airbag. When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, this indicator comes on briefly then goes off.


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If no one is riding in the passenger’s seat, the airbag will be automatically shut off. However, the indicator will not come on.


If the indicator comes on with no passenger in the seat, or with an adult in the seat, there may be a problem with the advanced airbag system. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer as soon as possible.


The passenger airbag off indicator may also come on and off repeatedly if total weight on the seat is near the airbag cutoff threshold.


If this happens, move the seat as far to the rear as possible and have the passenger sit upright and wear the seat belt properly.


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Additional Information About Your Airbags


Airbag Service Your airbag systems are virtually maintenance free, and there are no parts you can safely service. However, you must have your vehicle serviced if:


Any airbag


Anairbageverinflates. that has deployed must be replaced along with the control unit and other related parts. If a front airbag inflates, the seat belt tensioners must also be replaced.


Do not try to remove or replace any airbag by yourself. This must be done by your dealer or a knowledgeable body shop.


TheSRSindicatoralertsyoutoa Take your vehicle to an problem. authorized dealer as soon as possible. If you ignore this indication, your airbags may not operate properly.


Even if your


Ifyourvehiclehasamoderateto severeimpact. airbags do not inflate, your dealer should inspect the driver’s seat position sensor and the passenger’s weight sensors to make sure they are operating properly.


Additional Safety Precautions


Donotattempttodeactivateyour airbags. seat belts provide the best protection.


Together, airbags and


Donottamperwithairbag componentsorwiringforany Tampering could cause reason. the airbags to deploy, possibly causing very serious injury.


Donotremoveormodifyaseat withoutconsultingyourdealer. This could make the driver’s seat position sensor or the passenger’s weight sensors ineffective. If it is necessary to remove or modify a seat to accommodate a person with disabilities, first contact Honda Automobile Customer Service at (800) 999-1009.


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Protecting Children General Guidelines



All Children Must Be Restrained Each year, many children are injured or killed in vehicle crashes because they are either unrestrained or not properly restrained. In fact, vehicle accidents are the number one cause of the death of children ages 12 and under.


To reduce the number of child deaths and injuries, every state and Canadian province requires that infants and children be properly restrained when they ride in a vehicle.


Anychildwhoistoosmalltoweara seatbeltmustberestrainedinan approvedchildseatthatisproperly securedtothevehicle 33


(see pages


35


).



Alargerchildmustberestrained withalap/shoulderbeltandrideon aboosterseatuntiltheseatbeltfits himorherproperly − 39


(see pages


36


).


Children who are unrestrained or improperly restrained can be seriously injured or killed in a crash.


Any child too small for a seat belt should be properly restrained in a child seat. A larger child should be properly restrained with a seat belt and use a booster seat if necessary.


Children depend on adults to protect them. However, despite their best intentions, many adults do not know how to passengers.


protect child


properly


If you ever need to drive with a child in your vehicle, be sure to read this section. It begins with important general guidelines, then presents special information for infants, small children and larger children.


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Protecting Children General Guidelines



Your Vehicle is Not Recommended for Child Passengers The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that all children age 12 and under be properly restrained in a back seat.


The Passenger’s Airbag Pose Serious Risks Airbags have been designed to help protect adults in a moderate to severe frontal collision. To do this, the passenger’s airbag is quite large and it can inflate with enough force to cause very serious injuries.


Since this vehicle does not have a back seat, we strongly recommend that you do not carry any child who is not large enough or mature enough to ride in front (see page


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).


Even though your vehicle has an advanced airbag system, which can automatically turn the passenger’s airbag off (see page ), please follow the guidelines below.


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Infants Neverputarear-facingchildseatin If the airbag inflates, it thisvehicle. can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or very seriously injure an infant.


If the vehicle seat is too


SmallChildren Placingaforward-facingchildseatin thepassenger’sseatcanbe hazardous. far forward, or the child’s head is thrown forward during a collision, an inflating passenger’s airbag can strike the child with enough force to kill or very seriously injure a small child.


LargerChildren Childrenwhohaveoutgrownchild seatsarealsoatriskofbeinginjured orkilledbyaninflatingpassenger’s If a larger child must ride in airbag. this vehicle, see page important guidelines on how to decide when a child is ready to ride in and how to properly protect the child.


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To remind you of the passenger’s airbag hazards, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S. models) and on the driver’s and passenger’s visors. Please read and follow the instructions on these labels.


U.S.Models Sun Visor


Dashboard


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Additional Safety Precautions


Neverholdasmallchildonyour If you are not wearing a seat lap. belt in a crash, you could be thrown forward and crush the child against the dashboard. If you are wearing a seat belt, the child can be torn from your arms and be seriously hurt or killed.


Neverputaseatbeltoveryourself andachild. belt could press deep into the child and cause serious or fatal injuries.


During a crash, the


Neverlettwochildrenusethe If they do, they sameseatbelt. could be very seriously injured in a crash.


Donotleavechildrenaloneina Leaving children without vehicle. adult supervision is illegal in most states and Canadian provinces, and can be very hazardous.


For example, a small child left in a vehicle on a hot day can die from heatstroke. A child left alone with the key in the ignition switch can accidentally set the vehicle in motion, possibly injuring themselves or others.


Lockbothdoorsandthetrunk whenyourvehicleisnotinuse. Children who play in vehicles can accidentally get trapped inside. Teach your children not to play in or around vehicles. Know how to operate the emergency trunk opener and decide if your children should be shown how to use this feature(seepage


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Even very young


Keepvehiclekeysandremote transmittersoutofthereachof children. children learn how to unlock vehicle doors, turn on the ignition switch, and open the trunk, which can lead to accidental injury or death.


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Protecting Small Children


Because an inflating airbag can seriously injure or kill small children, we recommend that you do not carry a small child as a passenger in this vehicle.


If you decide to transport a small child in this vehicle, be sure to move the passenger seat as far to the rear as possible, and follow the instructions and guidelines in the following pages.


A child who is at least one year old, and who fits within the child seat maker’s weight and height limits, should be restrained in a forward- facing, upright child seat.


Of the different seats available, we recommend those that have a five- point harness system as shown.


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We also recommend that a small child use the child seat until the child reaches the weight or height limit for the seat.


Placing a forward-facing child seat in the passenger’s seat can result in serious injury or death if the airbag inflates.


If you must place a forward- facing child seat in the passenger’s seat, move the vehicle seat as far back as possible and properly restrain the child.


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Selecting a Child Seat, Installing a Child Seat


Selecting a Child Seat To provide proper protection, a child seat should meet three requirements:


Installing a Child Seat After selecting a proper child seat, there are three main steps in installing a child seat:


1.


ThechildseatshouldmeetU.S.or CanadianMotorVehicleSafety Look for FMVSS Standard213. 213 or CMVSS 213 on the box.


2.


Thechildseatshouldbeofthe propertypeandsizetofitthechild.


1.


Properlysecurethechildseatto All child seats must be thevehicle. secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt. A child whose seat is not properly secured to the vehicle can be endangered in a crash.


3.


Thechildseatshouldfitthe passenger’sseat.


Before purchasing a child seat, or using a previously purchased one, we recommend that you test the seat to make sure it fits properly in the passenger’s seat.


2.


After installing a child


Makesurethechildseatisfirmly secured. seat, push and pull the seat forward and from side-to-side to verify that it is secure.


If the child seat is not secure, use a different style of child seat that can be firmly secured.


3.


Securethechildinthechildseat. Make sure the child is properly strapped in the child seat according to the child seat maker’s instructions. A child who is not properly secured in a child seat can be seriously injured in a crash.


The following pages provide guidelines on how to properly install a forward-facing child seat.


A child seat secured with a seat belt should be installed as firmly as possible. However, it does not need to be ‘‘rock solid.’’ Some side- to-side movement can be expected and should not reduce the child seat’s effectiveness.


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Installing a Child Seat


In this vehicle, a child seat must be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of the lap/shoulder belt. In addition, the passenger’s lap/ shoulder belt has a locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat.


1.


Move the vehicle seat to the rear- most position. Moving the seat as far back as possible reduces the chance of a child being injured or killed if the passenger’s airbag inflates.


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2.


3.


With the child seat in position, route the belt through the child seat according to the seat maker’s instructions, then insert the latch plate into the buckle.


4.


After the belt has retracted, tug on it. If the belt is locked, you will not be able to pull it out. If you can pull the belt out, it is not locked and you will need to repeat these steps.


To activate the lockable retractor, slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt all the way out until it stops, then let the belt feed back into the retractor.


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Installing a Child Seat


To deactivate the locking mechanism and remove a child seat, unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let the belt fully retract.


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5.


After confirming that the belt is locked, grab the shoulder part of the belt near the buckle, and pull up to remove any slack from the lap part of the belt. Remember, if the lap part of the belt is not tight, the child seat will not be secure.


To remove slack, it may help to put weight on the child seat, or push on the back of the seat while pulling up on the belt.


6.


Push and pull the child seat forward and from side-to-side to verify that it is secure enough to stay upright during normal driving maneuvers. If the child seat is not secure, unlatch the belt, allow it to retract fully, then repeat these steps.


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Protecting Larger Children


When a child reaches the recommended weight or height limit for a forward-facing child seat, the child should sit in a back seat on a booster seat and wear a lap/shoulder belt.


Since this vehicle does not have a back seat, we recommend that you do not carry a larger child, age 12 or under, as a passenger.


However, the following pages provide guidelines to help you decide when a given child may ride in this vehicle, and how to properly protect the child.


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Checking Seat Belt Fit


Allowing a larger child age 12 or under to ride in the vehicle can result in injury or death if the passenger’s front airbag inflates.


If a larger child must ride in the vehicle, move the vehicle seat as far back as possible, use a booster seat if needed, have the child sit up properly and wear the seat belt properly.


To determine if a lap/shoulder belt properly fits a child, have the child put on the seat belt, then ask yourself:


1.


Does the child sit all the way back against the seat?


2.


Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over the edge of the seat?


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3.


Does the shoulder belt cross between the child’s neck and arm?


4.


Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, touching the child’s thighs?


5.


Will the child be able to stay seated like this for the whole trip?


If you answer yes to all these questions, the child is ready to wear the lap/shoulder belt correctly. If you answer no to any question, the child needs to ride on a booster seat.


Protecting Larger Children


Using a Booster Seat


to drive.


Booster seats can be high-back or low-back. Whichever style you select, make sure the booster meets federal safety standards and that you follow the booster seat maker’s instructions.


If a child who uses a booster seat rides in this vehicle, move the vehicle seat as far to the rear as possible, and be sure the child is wearing the seat belt properly.


A child may continue using a booster seat until the tops of their ears are even with the top of the vehicle’s or booster’s seat-back. A child of this height should be tall enough to use the lap/shoulder belt without a booster seat.


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A child who has outgrown a forward- facing child seat should use a booster seat until the lap/shoulder belt fits them properly without the booster.


Some states and Canadian provinces also require children to use a booster seat until they reach a given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or 60 lbs). Be sure to check current laws in the states or provinces where you intend


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Protecting Larger Children


When Can a Larger Child Ride in This Vehicle As noted earlier, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that all children age 12 and under ride properly restrained in a back seat.


If the passenger’s front airbag inflates in a moderate to severe frontal collision, the airbag can cause serious injuries to a child who is unrestrained, improperly restrained, sitting too close to the airbag, or out of position.


Of course, children vary widely. And while age may be one indicator of when a child can safely ride in this vehicle. There are other important factors you should consider.


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PhysicalSize Physically, a child must be large enough for the lap/shoulder belt to properly fit (see page belt does not fit properly, with or without the child sitting on a booster, the child should not sit in this vehicle.


). If the seat


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Maturity To safely ride in this vehicle, a child must be able to follow the rules, including sitting properly, and wearing the seat belt properly throughout ride.


If you decide that a child can safely ride in this vehicle, be sure to:


Carefully read the owner’s manual, and make sure you understand all seat belt instructions and all safety information.


Move the vehicle seat to the rear- most position.


Have the child sit up straight, back against the seat, and feet on or near the floor.


Check that the child’s seat belt is properly and securely positioned.


Supervise the child. Even mature children sometimes need to be reminded to fasten the seat belts or sit properly.


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Additional Safety Precautions Donotletachildwearaseatbelt This could result in acrosstheneck. serious neck injuries during a crash.


Donotletachildputtheshoulder partofaseatbeltbehindthebackor underthearm. very serious injuries during a crash. It also increases the chance that the child will slide under the belt in a crash and be injured.


This could cause


Twochildrenshouldneverusethe If they do, they could sameseatbelt. be very seriously injured in a crash.


Donotputanyaccessoriesonaseat Devices intended to improve a belt. child’s comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can make the belt less effective and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash.


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Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and even kill you.


Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that expose you to carbon monoxide.


High levels of carbon monoxide can collect rapidly in enclosed areas, such as a garage. Do not run the engine with the garage door closed. Even with the door open, run the engine only long enough to move the vehicle out of the garage.


With the trunk open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into your vehicle’s interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the trunk open, open all the windows, and set the heating and cooling system as shown below.


If you must sit in your parked vehicle with the engine running, even in an unconfined area, adjust the heating and cooling system as follows:


1. 2. 3. 4.


Select the fresh air mode. Select the mode. Set the fan speed to high. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.


Carbon Monoxide Hazard


Your vehicle’s exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas. You should have no problem with carbon monoxide entering the vehicle in normal driving if you maintain your vehicle properly.


Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever:


The vehicle is raised for an oil change.


You notice a change in the sound of the exhaust.


The vehicle was in an accident that may have damaged the underside.


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These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury. Read these labels carefully.


If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for a replacement.


DASHBOARD U.S.modelsonly


RADIATOR


Safety Labels


SUN VISOR U.S.models


Canadianmodels


SEAT BELT TENSIONER


BATTERY


U.S.models


HOOD


Canadianmodels


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Instruments and Controls


This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of your vehicle. All the essential controls are within easy reach.


Control Locations Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Indicators Gauges


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Odometer Trip meter Select Button Fuel Gauge Temperature Gauge Outside Temperature


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. 51
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. 52


Indicator


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Check Fuel Cap Indicator Maintenance Minder Clock


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. 54
. 54


Controls Near the Steering


Wheel


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Windshield Wipers and


Washers


Turn Signal and Headlights Instrument Panel Brightness Hazard Warning Button Rear Window Defogger Keys and Locks Immobilizer System Ignition Switch Power Door Locks


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Trunk


Emergency Trunk Opener


Remote Transmitter Seats Power Windows Convertible Top Mirrors Parking Brake Interior Convenience Items


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Beverage Holder Accessory Power Socket Console Compartments Audio Panel Dashboard Lower Pocket


Interior Light


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Control Locations


HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.110)


POWER DOOR LOCK (P.63)


POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.68)


MIRROR CONTROLS (P.75)


HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING (P.82)


CRUISE CONTROL (P.103)


AUDIO SYSTEM (P.86)


HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.58)


ROOF SWITCH (P.71)


ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.78)


REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON (P.59)


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TURN SIGNAL AND HAZARD WARNING INDICATORS


(P.48)


OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR (P.52)


VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P.50) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.50)


ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P.47)


SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P.46)


ELECTRIC POWER STEERING (EPS) INDICATOR (P.47)


PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR * (P.46, 184)


Instrument Panel


MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR INFORMAITION (P.133) DISPLAY


(P.50)


HIGH BEAM INDICATOR


(P.48)


DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR (P.48)


LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.49)


DOOR-OPEN INDICATOR


(P.47)


TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.47) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP


(P.47) (P.49)


(P.47, 183)


LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR


(P.46, 182)


SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR


(P.47)


CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR


(P.40, 182)



The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for Canadian models are noted in the text.


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Instrument Panel Indicators


The instrument panel has many indicators to give you important information about your vehicle.


Seat Belt Reminder Indicator


This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It reminds you and your passenger to fasten your seat belts. A beeper also sounds if you and your front passenger have not fastened your seat belts.


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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If your 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


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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 182


Charging System Indicator


If this indicator comes on when the engine is running, the battery is not being charged. For more information, see page


182


U.S.


Canada


Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator


This indicator has two functions:


1.


2.


Itcomesonwhenyouturnthe ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It is a reminder to check the parking brake. A beeper sounds if you try to drive with the parking brake not fully released. Driving with the parking brake not fully released can damage the brakes and tires. If it stays on after you fully release 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


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Supplemental Restraint System Indicator


This indicator comes on 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 or automatic seat belt tensioners. For more information, see page


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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 you push the START button. If it comes on at any other time, there is a problem with theABS.Ifthishappens,haveyour 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


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Malfunction Indicator Lamp 183


See page


Trunk-open Indicator


This indicator comes on if the trunk lid is not closed tightly.


Door-open Indicator


This indicator comes on if either door is not closed tightly.


Cruise Control Indicator


This indicator comes on when you set the cruise control. See page 103
cruise control.


for information on operating the


Instrument Panel Indicators


Electric Power Steering (EPS) Indicator


This indicator normally comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and goes off after the engine starts. If it comes on at any other time, there is a problem in the electric power steering system. If this happens, stop the vehicle in a safe place, and turn off the engine. Reset the system by restarting the engine. If the indicator does not go off, or comes back on while driving, take the vehicle to your dealer to have it checked. With the indicator on,theEPSisturnedoff,makingthe vehicle harder to steer.


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Instrument Panel Indicators


‘‘Daytime Running Lights’’ 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.


Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators


The left or right turn signal indicator blinks when you signal a lane change or turn. If the indicator does not blink or blinks rapidly, it usually means one of the turn signal bulbs is burned out (see page ). 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 blink. All turn signals on the outside of the vehicle should flash.


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High Beam Indicator


This indicator comes on with the high beam headlights. For more information, see page


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When the daytime running lights (DRL) are on, this indicator comes on with reduced brightness.


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Immobilizer System Indicator


This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It will then 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


60


).


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.


Low Fuel Indicator


This indicator comes on as a reminder that you must refuel soon. When the indicator comes on, there is about 2.22 US gal (8.4 ) 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.


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Instrument Panel Indicators


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.


Ifitcomesonandstaysonatany 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 128
VSA system.


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VSA Activation Indicator


This indicator has three functions:


Itcomesonasareminderthatyou have turned off the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system.


It flashes when VSA is active (see page


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).


Maintenance Minder Indicator


This indicator 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 more information on the maintenance minder.


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for


It comes on along with the VSA system indicator if there is a problem with the VSA system.


This indicator goes off when your dealer resets it after completing the required maintenance service.


1.


2.


3.


This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. For more information, see page


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TACHOMETER


OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR


SPEEDOMETER


CLOCK BUTTON



BUTTON


TEMPERATURE GAUGE


FUEL GAUGE


TRIP BUTTON


CLOCK


TRIP METER



BUTTON


ODOMETER/CHECK FUEL CAP INDICATOR


SELECT BUTTON


Odometer The odometer shows the total distance your vehicle has been driven in miles and kilometers. 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 and kilometers indicated.


Trip Meter This trip meter shows the number of miles or kilometers driven since you last reset it.


There are two trip meters: Trip A and Trip B. Switch between these displays by pressing the TRIP button repeatedly. Each trip meter works independently, so you can keep track of two different distances.


Gauges


To reset a trip meter, display it, and then press and hold the TRIP button until you hear a beep and the number resets to ‘‘0.0’’.


Select Button The select button switches the speedometer reading between miles per hour and kilometers per hour. It also changes the odometer and trip meters to read in miles or kilometers correspondingly. To change the readings, push the SELECT button, and hold it until you hear a beep.


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Gauges


Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you have. It may show slightly more or less than the actual amount.


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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Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the engine’s coolant. During normal operation, the reading should be in the middle of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving, the reading may reach near the red mark. If it reaches the red (Hot) mark, pull safely to the side of the road. See page instructions and precautions on checking the engine’s cooling system.


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Outside Temperature Indicator This indicator displays the outside temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S. models) or Centigrade (Canadian models).


The temperature sensor is in the front bumper. Therefore, 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 speed is under 19 mph (30 km/h).


The sensor delays the indicator update until it reaches the correct outside temperature. This may take several minutes.


If the outside temperature is incorrectly displayed, you can adjust it up 3°C in Canadian models) warmer or cooler.


5°F in U.S. models (


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Check Fuel Cap Indicator If your fuel fill cap is loose or missing, a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message appears on the information display after you start the engine. The message goes from CHECK to FUEL,thentoCAPrepeatedly.You will also hear a beep.


Turn the engine off, and confirm the fuel fill cap is installed. If it is, loosen the cap, then retighten it until it clicks at least once. When you restart the engine, the message appears again. To clear the message, press and hold the RESET button until the odometer display returns.


NOTE: The temperature must be stabilized before doing this procedure.


To adjust the outside temperature indicator, make sure the outside temperature indicator is shown in thedisplay,thenpressandholdthe TRIP button for 10 seconds (the TRIP A or B is also reset). The following sequence will appear for 1
secondeach:0,1,2,3,4,5, 5, 4, − − 3, 2, 1, 0 (U.S.) or 0, 1, 2, 3, − − − 3, 2, 1, 0 (Canada). − − −


When it reaches the desired value, release the TRIP button. You should see the new outside temperature displayed.


In certain weather conditions, temperature readings near freezing (32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice is forming on the road surface.


If the system still detects a loose or missing fuel fill cap, the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) comes on. Turn the engine off, and check or retighten the fuel fill cap until it clicks at least once. The MIL goes out after several days of normal driving once the cap is tightened or replaced. If it does not go out, have your dealer inspect the vehicle. For more information, see page


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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.


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When you finish your adjustments, press the CLOCK button again.


Clock The clock displays the time with the ignition switch in the ON (II) position.


To set the clock:


1.


Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.


2.


3.


Press and hold the CLOCK button until the minute display blinks. Adjust the minute by pressing the + −


button.


or


When you finish the minute adjustment, press and release the CLOCK button. The hour display will blink. Adjust the hour by pressing the button.


+ −


or


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Controls Near the Steering Wheel


HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS (P.57)


CLOCK SET BUTTON (P.54)


INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.58)


REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS (P.101)


ENGINE START BUTTON (P.122)


HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.110)


CRUISE BUTTON (P.103)


HORN *


* To use the horn, press the pad around the ‘‘H’’ logo.


VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.129)


HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING (P.82)


WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.56)


CRUISE CONTROL (P.103)


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Windshield Wipers and Washers


Push the right lever up or down to select a position.


MIST The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever.



OFF



The wipers are not activated.



Windshield Washers Pull the wiper control lever toward you, and hold it. The washers spray until you release the lever. The wipers run at low speed, then complete one more sweep after you release the lever.



The wipers operate every


INT few seconds. In low speed and high speed, the wipers run continuously.


LO



The wipers run at low speed.


HI



The wipers run at high speed.


1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.


MIST OFF INT LO Low speed HI High speed Windshield washers


Intermittent


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Turn Signal and Headlights



Push down on the Turn Signal lever to signal a left turn and up to signal a right turn. To signal a lane change, push lightly on the lever, and hold it. The lever will return to center when you release it or complete a turn.



Turning the ’’ position turns


Headlights On switch to the ‘‘ on the parking lights, taillights, instrument panel lights, side-marker lights, and rear license plate lights.


Turning the switch to the ‘‘ ’’ position turns on the headlights. If you leave the lights on with the key removed from the ignition switch, you will hear a reminder buzzer when you open the driver’s door.


1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.


Turn Signal Off Parking and indicator lights Headlights on High beams Flashhighbeams



Push the lever


High Beams forward until you hear a click. The high beam indicator will come on (see page return to the low beams.


). Pull the lever back to


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To flash the high beams, pull the lever back lightly, then release it. The high beams will stay on as long as you hold the lever back.


Daytime Running Lights With the headlight switch off, the high beam headlights and the high beam indicator come on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and release the parking brake. They remain on until you turn the ignition switch off, even if you set the parking brake.


The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn them on with the switch.


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Instrument Panel Brightness, Hazard Warning Button


To reduce glare at night, the instrument panel illumination dims when you turn the light switch to


or


position.


Adjust the brightness to the desired level with the headlight switch off, and also with the headlight switch on. Both settings will remain at those levels until you change them.


With the headlight switch on, you can switch the display to full daytime brightness by pushing and holding the button to return the display to the original brightness.


button. Push the




Hazard Warning Button


Push the red button next to the parking brake to turn on the hazard warning lights (four-way flashers). This causes all four outside turn signals and both 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.


Instrument Panel Brightness


The buttons in the lower left corner of the instrument panel adjust the brightness of the display in five steps. Push the to see the full range.


button five times


+ −


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Rear Window Defogger


Do not push the defogger button

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