Honda Civic Sedan (2013) manual

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    2013 Civic Sedan Owner ’ s Manual (Unlinked) This document does not contain hyperlinks and may be formatted for printing instead of web use. This is due to changes in content and specifications of the vehicle that happen throughout the model year . This manual will be replaced with a hyperlinked version at the end of the model year . © 2012 Amer[...]

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    Contents This owner’s manual should be con sidered a permanent part of the vehicle and sh ould remain with the vehicl e when it is sold. This owner’s manual covers all mode ls of your vehicle. You may find description s of equipment and features that are not on your particular model. Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front [...]

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    Contents Child Safety P. 50 Exhaust Gas Hazard P . 62 Safety Labels P. 63 Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 109 Security Sy stem P. 112 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 114 Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 117 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 126 Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 135 Heating and Cooling * P. 142 Audio Error [...]

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    2 Quick Reference Guide Quick Reference Guide Visual Index ❙ Navigation System * () See Navigation Sy stem Manual ❙ Audio System (P 153, 156) ❙ Hazard Warning Button ❙ Seat Heater Switches * (P 141) ❙ Ignition Sw itch (P 117) ❙ Steering Whee l Adjustments (P 125) ❙ (Vehi cle Stability Assist (VSA ® ) System OFF) Bu tton * (P 237) ❙[...]

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    3 Quick Reference Guide ❙ Headlights/Turn Signals (P 118) ❙ Fog Lights * (P 121) ❙ Wipers/Washers (P 122) ❙ Cruise Control Buttons * (P 233) ❙ Km/Mile Change Knob (P 77 ) ❙ CLOCK Knob * (P 98) ❙ MENU Button * (P 85) ❙ ( + / ( - / / Buttons * (P 85) ❙ Navigation System Voice Control Buttons * () See Navigation Syst em Manual ❙ Bl[...]

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    Visual Index 4 Quick Reference Guide ❙ Door Mirror Controls (P 126) ❙ Passenger's Front Airbag (P 40) ❙ Parkin g Brake (P 241) ❙ Glove Box (P 136) ❙ Rearview Mirror (P 126) ❙ Accessory Power Socket (P 139 ) ❙ Shift Lever Automatic Transmission (P 227) Manual Transmission (P 229) ❙ Hood Release Handle (P 267 ) ❙ Fuel Fill Door[...]

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    5 Quick Reference Guide ❙ Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat (P 59) ❙ Seat Belt (Installing a Child Seat) (P 57) ❙ Sun Visors ❙ Vanity Mirrors ❙ Moonroof Switch * (P 116 ) ❙ Map Lights * (P 135 ) ❙ USB Adapter Cable * (P 151 ) ❙ Ac cessory Power Socket * (P 13 9) ❙ Fron t Seat (P 127 ) ❙ Seat Belts (P 30) ❙ Sid e Airbags (P 44) [...]

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    Visual Index 6 Quick Reference Guide ❙ Maintenance Under the Hood (P 265) ❙ Windshield Wipers (P 122, 295) ❙ Tires (P 297, 315) ❙ Fog Lights * (P 121, 286) ❙ Door Lo ck/Unlock Control (P 101) ❙ Power Door Mirrors (P 12 6) ❙ Headlights (P 118, 282) ❙ Front Turn Signal/Parki ng/Side Marker Lights (P 118, 289) ❙ How to Refuel (P 248)[...]

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    7 Quick Reference Guide Eco Assist System * (P 232) Ambient Meter ● Changes color to reflect your driving style. Green: Fuel e fficient driving Blue green: Modera te acceleration/ decelerati on Blue: Ag gressive a cceleration / decelerati on ● The ambient meter color chan ges in accordance with your brake or accelerator pedal operation. ECON Bu[...]

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    8 Quick Reference Guide Safe Driving (P 25) Airbags (P 37 ) ● Your vehicle is fitted with airb ags to help protect you an d your passengers duri ng a m oderate-to-severe collision. Child Safety (P 50) ● All children 12 and youn ger should be seated in the rear seat. ● Smaller children should be prop erly restrained in a forward -facing child [...]

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    9 Quick Reference Guide Instrument Panel (P 65 ) U. S. C a n a d a System Indic ators Malfunct ion Indicator Lamp Low Oil Pressure Indicator Charging System Indicator Anti-loc k Brake System ( ABS ) Indicator Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ® ) System Indicator VSA ® OFF Indicator Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicat or * Electric Power Steering (EPS) I[...]

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    10 Quick Reference Guide Controls (P 97) Clock (P 98 ) a Press the CLOCK knob to access the clock adjustment mode screen. b Turn the CLOC K knob to adjust the hours. c Press the CLOCK knob. The display switches to minute adj ustment. d Turn the CLOC K knob to adjust the minutes. e Press the CLOCK knob to comple te clock adjustment. The navigation s[...]

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    11 Quick Reference Guide Steering Wheel (P 125) ● To adjust, pull the adjustment lever towards you, adju st to the desired position, then lock the lever back in place. Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside (P 103) ● Pull either front door inn er handle to unlock and open it at the same time. Trunk (P 109) ● To unlock and open the trunk: ?[...]

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    12 Quick Reference Guide Heating and Cooling System * (P 142) ● Rotate the fan co ntrol dial to adjust the fan sp eed and airflow. ● Press the Mode b uttons ( / / / ) to select the vents air flows from. ● Rotate the temperature control di al to adjust the temperature. ● Use the button for maximum cool setting. ● Rotate the fan co ntrol di[...]

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    13 Quick Reference Guide Climate Control System * (P1 46) ● Press the AUTO button to activate the climate control system. ● Press the button to turn the s ystem on or off. ● Press the button to defr ost the windshield. The climate control system is voice operable. See the navigation system manual for complete details. On models with navigati [...]

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    14 Quick Reference Guide Features (P 149) Audio system (P 150) For navigat ion system operation () See Navigation Syst em Manual AM Button FM Button CD/AUX Button CD Slot SCAN Button Preset Buttons (1-6) TUNE/SOUND Knob / ( SEEK/SKIP ) Buttons (P 153) On models with info rmation display A.SEL (Auto Sele ct) Button VOL/PWR (Volume/Pow er) Knob DISP [...]

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    15 Quick Reference Guide 0 0230 0 75° F miles (P 156) On models wit h i-MID i-MID AM Button FM Button SCAN Button (Seek/Skip) Button Selector Knob Button (Power) Button CD Button AUX Button CD Slot (CD Eject) Button Preset Buttons (1-6) Button SETUP Button (Seek/Skip) Button PHONE Button ● Audio Remote Controls * (P 157) ● ( + / ( - Button Pre[...]

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    16 Quick Reference Guide Driving (P 213) 2 1 D3 P R N D Release Button Shift Le ver Depress the brake pedal and press the release bu tton to move out of ( P . Move the shift lever without pressing the release button. Press the release button to move the shift lever. Manual Transmission * (P 229) Automatic Transmission * (P 227) ● Shift to ( P and[...]

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    17 Quick Reference Guide VSA ® OFF Button (P 237) ● The vehicle stability assist (VSA ® ) system helps stab ilize th e vehicle during cornering, and helps maintain tractio n while accelerating on l oose or slippery road surf aces. ● VSA ® comes on auto mati cally every time you start the engine. ● To turn VSA ® on or off, press and hold t[...]

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    18 Quick Reference Guide Maintenance (P 253) Under the Hood (P 265) ● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshi eld washer fluid. Add when necessary. ● Check brake fluid an d clutch fluid. ● Check the batter y regular ly. a Pull the hood rel ease handle under the corn er of the dashboard. b Locate the hood latch lever, pull the lever u p,[...]

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    Quick Reference Guide 19 Handling the Unexpected (P 313) Flat Tire (P 315, 322 ) ● Park in a safe location and replace the flat tire wi th the compact s pare tire * in the trunk, or repair the flat tire using the tire repair kit * . Indicators Come On (P 337) ● Identify the indicator and consult the owner's manual. Engine Won't Start [...]

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    20 Quick Reference Guide What to Do If The ignition switch does not turn from ( 0 to ( q . Why? ● The steering wheel may be locked. ● Try to turn the steerin g wheel left and right while turning th e ignition ke y. The ignition switch does not turn from ( q to ( 0 and I cannot remove the key. Why? The shift lever shou ld be moved to ( P . Why d[...]

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    21 Quick Reference Guide Why do the doors lo ck after I unlocked the doors using a remote transmitter? If you do not open the do ors wi thin 30 seconds, the doors are relocked automatica lly for security. Why does the be eper sound when I o pen the driver's door? The beeper sounds wh en: ● The key is left in th e ignition switch. ● The ext[...]

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    22 Quick Reference Guide California Proposition 65 Warning Event Data Record ers This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, su ch as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will as sist in understandin g how a vehicle’s sy[...]

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    23 Quick Reference Guide A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility. To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information al erts you to pote[...]

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    25 Safe Driving You can find many safety recomme nd ations throughout thi s chapter, and throug hout this manual. For Safe Driving Important Safety Precautions ............. 26 Your Vehicle's Safety Feature s ............ 28 Seat Belts About Your Seat Belt s .................. ...... 30 Fastening a Seat Belt.................... ...... 33 Seat [...]

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    26 Safe Driving For Safe Driving The following pages explain your vehicle' s safety features and how to use them properly. The safety precautions below are ones that we consider to be among the most important. Important Safety Precautions ■ Always wear your seat belt A seat belt is your best protection in all types of collisions. Ai rbags ar[...]

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    27 uu For Safe Driving u Important Safety Precautions Safe Driving ■ Pay appropriate attention to the task of driving safely Engaging in cell phone conversation or ot her activities that keep you from paying close attention to the road, other vehicles, and pedestrian s could lead to a crash. Remember, situations can change quickly, an d only you [...]

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    28 uu For Safe Driving u Your Vehicle's Safety Features Safe Driving Your Vehicle's Safety Features The following checklist will help you take an active role in protecting yourself and your passengers. 1 Your Vehicle's Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to help protect you and your passenge[...]

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    29 uu For Safe Driving u Your Vehicle's Safety Features Safe Driving For the safety of you and your passenger s, make a habit of checking these items each time before you drive. • After everyone has entered the vehicle, be sure all doors are closed and locked. Locking the doors help s prevent an occupant from bei ng ejected and an outsider f[...]

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    30 Safe Driving Seat Belts About Your Seat Belts Seat belts are the single most effective safety device because they keep you connected to the vehicle so that you ca n take advantage of m any built-in safety features. They also help keep you from be ing thrown against the inside of the vehicle, against other passengers, or o ut of the vehicle. When[...]

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    Continued 31 uu Seat Belts u About Your Seat Belts Safe Driving ■ Proper use of seat belts Follow these guidelin es for proper use: • All occupants should si t upright, well back in the seat, and remain in that position for the duration of the trip. Slouching and leaning reduc es the effectiveness of the belt and can increase the chan ce of ser[...]

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    uu Seat B elts u About Your Seat Belts 32 Safe Driving The front seats are equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners to enhance safety. The tensioners automatically tighten the front seat belts during a mode rate-to- severe frontal collision, so metimes even if the collisio n is not severe en ough to inflate the front airbags. ■ Automatic Seat[...]

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    33 uu Seat Belts u Fastening a Seat Belt Continued Safe Driving Fastening a Seat Belt After adjusting a front seat to the proper position, and while sitting upright and well back in the seat: 2 Adjusting the Seats P. 127 1. Pull the seat belt out slow ly. 2. Insert the latch plate into the buckle, then tug on the belt to make sure the buckle is sec[...]

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    uu Seat B elts u Fastening a Seat Belt 34 Safe Driving 3. Position the lap part of the belt as low as possible across your hips , then pull up on the shoulder part of th e belt so the lap part fits snugly. This lets your strong pelvic bones take the force of a crash and reduces the chance of internal injuries. 4. If necess ary, pull up on the belt [...]

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    35 uu Seat Belts u Fastening a Seat Belt Safe Driving If you are pregnant, the b est way to pro tect yourself and your unborn child when driving or riding in a vehicle i s to always w ear a seat belt and keep the lap part of the belt as low as possible across the hips. ■ Advice for Pregnant Women 1 Advice for Pregnan t Women Each time you have a [...]

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    36 uu Seat B elts u Seat Belt Inspection Safe Driving Seat Belt Inspection Regularly ch eck the condition of your seat belts as follows: • Pull each belt out fully, and look for frays, cuts, burns, and wear. • Check that the latches work smoot hly and the belts retract easily. u If a belt does not retract easily, cleanin g the belt may correct [...]

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    37 Continued Safe Driving Airbags Airbag System Components[...]

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    38 uu Ai rbags u Airbag System Components Safe Driving The front, front side, and side curtain airbags are deployed according to the direction and severity of impact. Both side curtain airbags are deployed in a rollover. The airbag system includes: a Two SRS (Supplemental Restraint Syste m) front airbags. The driver's airbag is stored in the c[...]

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    39 uu Airbags u Airbag System Components Safe Driving Airbags can pose serious hazards. To do their job, airbags must inflate with tremendous force. So, while a irbags help sa ve lives, they can cause burns, bruises, and other minor injuries, sometimes even fatal ones if occupants are not wearing their seat belts properl y and sitting correctly. Wh[...]

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    40 uu Ai rbags u Types of Airbags Safe Driving Types of Airbags Your vehicle is equipped with three types of airbags: • Front airbags: Airbags in front of the driver 's and front passenger's seats. • Side airbags: Airbags in the driver's and front passenger's seat-backs. • Side curtain airbags: Airbags abov e the side wind[...]

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    Continued 41 uu Airbags u Front Airbags (SRS) Safe Driving Front airbags are designed to inflate during moderate-to-severe frontal collisions. When the vehicle decelerates suddenly, the sensors send informat ion to the control unit which signals on e or both front airbags to inflate. A frontal collision can be either h ead-on or angled between two [...]

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    42 uu Ai rbags u Front Airbags (SRS) Safe Driving ■ When front air bags should not de ploy Minor fro ntal crashes: Front airbags were designed to supplement seat belts and help save lives, not to prevent minor s crapes, or even broken bones th at might occur during a less than modera te-to-severe frontal crash. Side impa cts: Front airbags can pr[...]

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    43 uu Airbags u Front Airbags (SRS) Safe Driving Your front airbags have advanced features to help reduce the likelihood of airbag related injuries to sm aller occupants. The driver's advanced front airbag system includes a seat p osition sens or. If the seat is too far forward, the airbag inflates with less forc e, regardless of the severity [...]

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    44 uu Ai rbags u Side Airbags Safe Driving Side Airbags The side airbags help protect the upper to rso of the driver or a fr ont passenger during a moderate-to-severe side impact. The side airbags are housed in the outside edge of the driver's and passenger's seat- backs. Both are marked SIDE AIRBAG . When the sensors detect a moderate-to[...]

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    45 uu Airbags u Side Airbags Safe Driving ■ When a sid e airbag deplo ys wi th little or no visible damage Because the airbag systems senses sudden ac celeration, a strong impact to the side of the vehicle's framework can cause a side airbag to deploy. In such cases, there may be little or no damage, but the side impact sensors detected a se[...]

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    46 uu Ai rbags u Side Curtain Airbags Safe Driving Side Curtain Airbags The side curtain airbags help protect the h eads of the driver and passengers in outer seating positions during a moderate-to-sever e side impact. The side curtain airbags equipped in this vehicle are also designed to help reduce the li kelihood of partial and complete ejection[...]

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    Continued 47 uu Airbags u Airbag System Indicators Safe Driving ■ When side curtai n airbags deploy in a frontal colli sion One or both side curtain airbags may inflat e in a moderate-to-severe angled frontal collision. In this case, the side curta in airbags will deploy sli ghtly after the front airbags. Airbag System Indicators If a problem occ[...]

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    uu Ai rbags u Airbag System Indicators 48 Safe Driving ■ When the passenger ai rbag off indicator comes o n The indicator comes on to alert you that the passenger's front airbag has been turned off. This occurs when the weight s ensors detect 65 lbs (29 kg) or le ss, th e weight of an infant or small child, on the seat. Infants and small chi[...]

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    49 uu Airbags u Airbag Care Safe Driving Airbag Care You do not need to, and should not, perform any mai ntenance on or replace any airbag system components yourself. Ho wever, you should have your vehicle inspected by a dealer in the following situations: ■ When the ai rbags have depl oyed If an airbag has inflated, the control unit and other re[...]

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    50 Safe Driving Child Safety Protecting Child Passengers Each year, many children are injured or k illed in vehicle crashes because they are either unrestrained or not properly res trained. In fact, vehicle accidents are the number one cause of death of children age 12 and under. To reduce the number of child deaths and injuries, every state, Canad[...]

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    51 uu Child Safety u Protecting Child Passengers Safe Driving • Any child who is too small to wear a seat belt correctly must be restrained in an approved child seat that is properly secure d to the vehicle using either the lap belt portion of the lap/shoulder belt or th e lower anchors of the LATCH system. • Never hold a child on your lap beca[...]

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    52 uu Child Safety u Safety of I nfants and Small Children Safe Driving Safety of Infants and Small Children An infant must be properly restrained in a rear-facing, reclining child seat until the infant reaches the seat maker's weight or he ight limit for the seat, and the infant is at least one year old. ■ Positioning a rear -facing child s[...]

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    Continued 53 uu Child Safety u Safety of Inf ants and Small Child ren Safe Driving If a child is at least one year old and with in the weight range indicated by the c hild seat manufacturer, the ch ild should be p r operly res trained in a firmly secured forward-facing child seat. ■ Forward -facing child se at placement We strongl y recommend pla[...]

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    uu Child Safety u Safety of I nfants and Small Children 54 Safe Driving Most child seats are LATCH-compatible (L ower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) . Some have a rigid-type connector, while others have a flexible-type con nector. Both are equally easy to use. Some existing and previously owned chi ld seats can only be installed using the seat b[...]

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    55 uu Child Safety u Safety of Inf ants and Small Child ren Continued Safe Driving A LATCH-compatible child seat can be installe d in either of the two outer rear seats. A child seat is attached to th e lower anchors with either th e rigid or flexible type of connectors. 1. Locate the lower anchors under the marks. 2. Place the child seat on the ve[...]

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    uu Child Safety u Safety of I nfants and Small Children 56 Safe Driving 3. Open the tether anchor cover behind the head re strai nt. 4. Raise the head restra int to its hig hest position, then route the tether strap between the head restraint legs, and secure the tether strap hook onto the anchor . 5. Tighten the tether strap as instructed by the c[...]

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    Continued 57 uu Child Safety u Safety of Inf ants and Small Child ren Safe Driving 1. Place the child seat on the vehicle seat. 2. Route the seat belt through the child seat according to the seat maker's instructions, and insert the latch plate into the buckle. u Insert the latch plate fully until it clicks. 3. Slowly pull the shoulder part of[...]

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    uu Child Safety u Safety of I nfants and Small Children 58 Safe Driving 6. Make sure the child seat is firmly secured by rocking it forward and back and side to side; little movement should be felt. 7. Make sure any unused seat belt that a child can reach is buckled, the lockable retractor is activated, and the be lt is fully retracted and locked. [...]

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    59 uu Child Safety u Safety of Inf ants and Small Child ren Safe Driving A tether anchorage point is provided behind each rear seating position. A child seat that is installed with a seat belt and comes with a tether can use the te ther for additional security. 1. Locate the appropriate tether anchorage point and lift the cover. 2. Raise the head r[...]

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    60 uu Child Safety u Safety of Larger Children Safe Driving Safety of Larger Children The following pages give instructions on how to check proper seat belt fit, what kind of booster seat to use if one is needed, and important precautions for a child who must sit in front. When a child is too big for a child seat, secu re the child in a rear seat u[...]

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    61 uu Child Safe ty u Safety of Larger Children Safe Driving If a lap/shoulder seat belt cannot be used properly, position the chil d in a booster seat i n a rear seating position. For the child's safety, check that the child meets the booster seat manufacturer's recommendations. Your vehicle has a rear seat where children can be properly[...]

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    62 Safe Driving Exhaust Gas Hazard Carbon Monoxid e Gas The engine exhaust from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide, a col orless, odorless, and h ighly toxic gas. As long as y ou p roperly maintain your veh icle, carbon monoxide gas will not get into the interior. ■ Have the exhaust system insp ected for leaks whene ver • The exhaust system [...]

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    63 Safe Driving Safety L abels Label Locations These labels are in the locations shown. Th ey warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury or death. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or bec omes hard to read (except for the U. S. das hboard label which may be removed by the ow ner), contact a dealer for a replacement.[...]

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    65 Instrument Panel This chapter describes the bu ttons, indi cators, and gauges that are used while driving. Indicators .............. .................. ............ 66 intelligent Multi-Information Display (i- MID) Warning and Information Messages * ......... ..................... ......... 75 Gauges and Displays Gauges ................ ........[...]

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    66 Instrumen t Panel Indicators Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message * Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ● Comes on f or a few seconds wh en you turn the ignition switch to ON ( w , then goes off. ● Comes on when the parking brake is applied, and goes off when it is released. ● Comes on when the brake fluid level is low. ● [...]

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    67 uu Indicators u Continued Instrumen t Panel Indicator Name On/Bli nking Explanation Message * Malfunction Indicato r Lamp ● Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON ( w , and goes off either when the engine starts or after several seconds i f the engine is not started. If “readiness codes” have not been set, it blinks five times be[...]

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    68 uu Indicators u Instrumen t Panel Indicator Name On/Blinking Exp lanation Message * Transmission Indicator * ● Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the igniti on switch to ON ( w , then goes off. ● Blinks if the transmiss ion system has a problem. ● Blinks whil e driving - Avoi d sudden starts and acceleration and have the vehicle chec[...]

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    69 uu Indicators u Continued Instrumen t Panel Indicator Name On/Blinkin g Explanat ion Message * ABS (Anti-lo ck Brake System) Indicator ● Comes on for a fe w seconds when you turn the igniti on switch to ON ( w , then goes off. ● If it comes on at any other time, there is a problem with the ABS. ● Stays on consta ntly - Have the vehicle che[...]

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    70 uu Indicators u Instrumen t Panel Indicator Name On/Blinkin g Explanation Message * VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) System Indicator ● Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switc h to ON ( w , then goes off. ● Blinks when VSA ® is active. ● Comes on if there is a problem with the VSA ® system. ● Stays on c onstantly -[...]

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    71 uu Indicators u Continued Instrumen t Panel Indicator Name On/Bli nking Explanation Message * Trunk Open Indicator ● Comes on for a few se conds if you turn the ignition sw itch to ON ( w , then goes off. ● Comes on if the trunk is not completely closed. ● Goes off when the trunk is closed. EPS (Electric Power Steering) System Indicator ?[...]

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    72 uu Indicators u Instrumen t Panel Indicator Name On/Blinkin g Explanation Message * System Message Indicator * ● Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switc h to ON ( w , then goes off. ● Comes on along with a beep when a problem is detected. A sy stem message on the i-MID appears at the same time. ● While the indicator is [...]

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    73 uu Indicators u Continued Instrumen t Panel Indicator Name On /Blinking Explanation Message * Immobilizer System Indicator ● Comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to ON ( w , then goes off. ● Comes on if the immobilizer system cannot recognize the key information. ● Blinks - You cannot start the engi ne. Turn the igniti on swi[...]

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    74 uu Indicators u Instrumen t Panel Indicator Name On/Blinkin g Explanation Message * ECON Mode Indicator * ● Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON ( w , and goes off when the engine starts. ● Comes on when you press the ECON button. 2 ECON Button * P. 232 CRUISE M AIN Indicator * ● Comes on when you press the CRUISE butto n. 2 Cr[...]

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    75 uu Indicators u intelligent Mul ti-Information Disp lay (i -MID) Warning and Information Messages * Continued Instrumen t Panel intelligent Multi-Information Display (i -MID) Warning and Information Messages * The following messages appear only on the i-MID. Press the (display/information) bu tton to see the message again with the syst em messag[...]

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    76 uu Indicators u intel ligent Multi- Informatio n Display (i-M ID) Warning and In formation Mes sages * Instrumen t Panel Message Condition Explanation ● Appears when the schedule d maintenance is due soon. ● Consequently, S ERVICE DUE NO W and SERVICE PAST DUE follow. 2 Maintenance Minder Messages o n the i-MID P. 262 ● Appears when you op[...]

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    77 Continued Instrumen t Panel Gauges and Displays Gauges Gauges include the s peedometer, tachometer , fuel gauge, and related indicators . They are displayed when the ignition switch is in ON ( w . Displays your driving speed in mph or km/h. Shows the number of engine revolutions per minute. Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank. Show[...]

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    uu Gau ges and Displays u Gauges 78 Instrumen t Panel ■ i-VTEC indicator Comes on when the i-V TEC system switches the low RPM cams to the high RPM cams. ■ Rev indicators Come on when the tachometer reading approaches the red zone on a sca le of one to six. ■ i-VTEC and Rev Indicators * 1 Rev indicators When the fifth indicator (red) comes on[...]

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    79 uu Gauges and Displays u Information Display * Continued Instrumen t Panel Information Display * The information display shows the odomete r, trip meter, engine oil life and maintenance service item co des, and other gauges. Press the (Select/Reset) knob to change the display. Shows the total number of miles or kilome ters that your vehi cle has[...]

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    80 uu Gau ges and Displays u Information Display * Instrumen t Panel Shows the estimated average fuel economy of each trip meter in mpg or l/100 km. The display is updated at set intervals. Wh en a trip meter is reset, the average fuel economy is also reset. Shows the remaining oil life and Maintenance Minder TM . 2 Maintenance Minder TM P. 257 Sho[...]

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    81 uu Gauges and Displays u intelligent Multi -Info rmation Display (i-MID) * Continued Instrumen t Panel intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID) * The i-MID shows the odometer, trip meter, outside temp erature indicator, and other gauges. It also displays importan t messages such as warnings an d other helpful information . Press the (displa[...]

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    uu Gau ges and Displays u intelligent Multi-In formation Display (i-MID ) * 82 Instrumen t Panel ■ Trip c omputer Press the (Select/Reset) kn ob to change the display. Shows the total number of miles or kilome ters that your vehicle has accumulated. Shows the total number of miles or kilomete rs driven since the la st rese t. Meters A and B can b[...]

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    Continued 83 uu Gauges and Displays u intelligent Multi -Info rmation Display (i-MID) * Instrumen t Panel Shows the estimated average fuel economy of each trip meter in mpg or l/100 km. The display is updated at set intervals. When a trip meter is reset, the average fuel economy is also reset. Shows the estimated distance you can travel on the rema[...]

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    uu Gau ges and Displays u intelligent Multi-In formation Display (i-MID ) * 84 Instrumen t Panel Shows the outside temperature in Fahr enheit (U.S.) or Celsius (Canada). ■ Adjust ing the outsid e temperature display Adjust the temperature reading up to ±5 °F or ±3°C if the temperature reading seems incorrect. Use the i-MID’s customized feat[...]

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    Continued 85 uu Gauges and Displays u intelligent Multi -Info rmation Display (i-MID) * Instrumen t Panel Use the i-MID to customize certain features. ■ How to custo mize Select the Vehicle Me nu screen by pressing the MENU bu tton while the ignition switch is in ON ( w , and the vehicle is at a complete stop. Select Customize Settings , then pre[...]

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    86 uu Gau ges and Displays u intelligent Multi-In formation Display (i-MID ) * Instrumen t Panel ■ Cust omization fl ow Press the MENU button. 1 Customized Features You can exit the customizing screen at any time by pressing the MENU button. Vehicle Menu Vehicle Information Odometer/Trip M eter Adjust Cl ock Maintenance info Trip Meter Reset Sele[...]

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    87 uu Gauges and Displays u intelligent Multi -Info rmation Display (i-MID) * Continued Instrumen t Panel Display Setup Lighting Setup Trip Computer Setup Door Setup Default All Select Wallpaper Import Wallpaper Delete Wallpaper Language Selection Adjust Outside Temp. Display Trip A Reset with Refuel Display km/mi les Auto Light Sensitivity * Door [...]

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    88 uu Gau ges and Displays u intelligent Multi-In formation Display (i-MID ) * Instrumen t Panel ■ List of customiz able options *1: Default Setting Setup Group Customizable Feat ures Description Selectable se ttings Vehicle Information Maintena nce info Resets the Maintenanc e Minder TM . No / Yes Odometer/ Trip Meter Trip Meter Reset Resets the[...]

  • Page 91

    89 uu Gauges and Displays u intelligent Multi -Info rmation Display (i-MID) * Continued Instrumen t Panel *1: Not available on all models *2: Default Setting *3: Default Setting for 1.8 ℓ engine models *4: Default Setting for 2.4 ℓ engine models *5: Refer to the navigation syst em manual for complete details. Setup Group Customizable Features D[...]

  • Page 92

    90 uu Gau ges and Displays u intelligent Multi-In formation Display (i-MID ) * Instrumen t Panel *1: Not availa ble on all models *2: Default Setting Setup Group Custo mizable Features Descript ion Selectabl e settings Customize Setting s Trip Computer Setup Adjust Outside Temp. Display Adjusts the temperature r eading by a few degrees. -5°F ~ ±0[...]

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    91 uu Gauges and Displays u intelligent Multi -Info rmation Display (i-MID) * Continued Instrumen t Panel *1: Defau lt Sett ing *2:Default Setting for automatic transmission *3:Default Setting fo r manual transmissi on Setup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable settings Customize Settings Door Setup Auto Door Lock Changes the setting [...]

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    uu Gau ges and Displays u intelligent Multi-In formation Display (i-MID ) * 92 Instrumen t Panel ■ Example for cu stomizing wallpapers You can customize the display from clock to wallpaper. Importing Wallpapers fro m USB You can import up to three images, one at a time for wallpaper from a USB flash drive. Select Import Wall paper from Customize [...]

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    93 uu Gauges and Displays u intelligent Multi -Info rmation Display (i-MID) * Continued Instrumen t Panel 5. Select Impo rt Wallpa per with the ( + / ( - button, then press the SOURCE button. u The file names are displayed on the screen. 6. Press the ( - button un til the file name you want to store appears on the center of the display, then press [...]

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    94 uu Gau ges and Displays u intelligent Multi-In formation Display (i-MID ) * Instrumen t Panel 9. Select the location you want to store the image file in with the ( + / ( - button, then press the SOURC E button. 10. Press the MENU button to exit the customize screen.[...]

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    95 uu Gauges and Displays u intelligent Multi -Info rmation Display (i-MID) * Instrumen t Panel Selecting a Wal lpaper 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Select Customize Settings with the ( + / ( - button, then press the SOURCE button. 3. Select Display Setup with the ( + / ( - button, then press the SOURC E button. 4. Select S elect Wa llpaper with the[...]

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    97 Controls This chapter e xplains how to op erate the various controls nece ssary for driving. Setting the Clock ... ................. ............ 98 Locking and Unl ocking the Door s Key Types and Functions ................ .... 99 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ................. .................... ..... 101 Locking/Unlocking the[...]

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    98 Controls Setting the Clock Clock You can adjus t the time in the clock display , using the CLOCK knob with the ignition switch in ON ( w . 1. Press the CLOCK knob to acce ss the clock adjustment mode screen. 2. Turn the CLOCK kn ob to adjust the hours. 3. Press the CLOCK knob. The display switches to minute adjustment. 4. Turn the CLOCK knob to [...]

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    99 Continued Controls Locking and Unlocking the Doors Key Types and Functions This vehicle comes with the following key: Use the keys to start and stop the engine, to lock and unlock the doors and to open the trunk. You can also use the remote transmitter * to lock an d unlock the doo rs and to open the trunk. ■ Master Keys 1 Key Types and Functi[...]

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    uu Locki ng and Unlocking the D oors u Key Types and Functions 100 Controls Can be used to start and sto p the engine, and lock and unlock driver's door. Contains a number that you will need if you purchase a replacement key. ■ Valet Key 1 Valet Key When you need to leave a key with a third party, leave the valet key. Gray ■ Key Number Ta [...]

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    101 uu Locking and Unlocking the Doors u Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside Continued Controls Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ■ Locking the do ors Press the lock button. Once: u Some exterior l ights flash, all the doors lock, and the security system sets. Twice (within five seconds after the first push): u A beeper sounds[...]

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    uu Locki ng and Unlocking the D oors u Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside 102 Controls Fully insert the key and turn it. ■ Locking the driver's door Push the lock tab forward a or push the master door lock switch in the lock direction b , and close the door. Pull and hold the outs ide door handle, then push the lock tab forward a .[...]

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    103 uu Locking and Unlocking the Doors u Locking/Unlocking th e Doors from the Inside Continued Controls Locking/Unlocking the Doors fro m the Inside ■ Locking a door Push the lock tab forward. ■ Unlock ing a door Pull the lock tab rearward. Pull the front door inner handle. u Th e door unlocks and opens in one motion. ■ Using the Lock Tab 1 [...]

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    uu Locki ng and Unlocking the D oors u Childproof Door Locks 104 Controls Press the master door lock switch in as shown to lock or unlock all doors . Childproof Door Locks The childproof door locks prevent the rear doors fro m being opened from the inside regardless of the position of the lock tab. Slide the lever in the rear door to the lock posit[...]

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    105 uu Locking and Unlocking the Doors u Auto Door Locking/Unlocking * Controls Auto Door Locking/Unlocking * Your vehicle locks all doors and unlocks the driver’s door automatically when a certain condition is met. ■ Driv e lock mode All doors lock when the vehicle’s sp eed reaches about 10 mph (15 km/h). ■ Park unlock mode The driver’s [...]

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    106 uu Locki ng and Unlocking the D oors u Customizing the Auto Door Lo cking/Unlocking Setting * Controls Customizing the Au to Door Locking/Unlocking Setting * You can customize the auto door lo cking/unlocking setting to your liking using the master door lock switc h. ■ Auto door locking ■ Auto door unlocking *1: Default setting *2: Default [...]

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    107 uu Locki ng and Unlocking the Doors u Customizing the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Setting * Continued Controls *1: Default setting ■ Customizing Flow for Auto Door Locking Options Steps Drive Lo ck Mode *1 Park Lock Mode Off 1 Apply the parking brake. Move the shift lever out of ( P . Apply the parking brake. Move the shift lever to ( P . App[...]

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    108 uu Locki ng and Unlocking the D oors u Customizing the Auto Door Lo cking/Unlocking Setting * Controls *1: Default setting for manual transmission models *2: Default setting for automatic transmission models ■ Customizing Flow for Auto Door Unlocking Op tions Steps Ignition Switch Unlock Mod e Park Unlock Mod e Off To unlock d river’s door [...]

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    109 Continued Controls Opening and Closing the Trunk Precautions for Openin g/Closin g the Trunk ■ Opening the trunk Open the trunk all the way. u If it is not fu lly opened, the trunk lid may begin to close u nder its own weight . ■ Closing th e trunk Keep the trunk lid clos ed while dri ving to: u Avoi d possible damage. u Prevent exhaust gas[...]

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    uu O pening and Closing the Trunk u Using t he Master k ey * 110 Controls ■ Locking the trunk ope ner You can lock the trunk rele ase with the master key. Using the Master key * Insert the key in the cy linder to unlock and open the trunk. 1 Locking th e trunk opener If you need to give the key to someone else, give them the valet key. 1 Using th[...]

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    111 uu Opening and Closing the Trunk u Using the Remote Transmitter * Controls Using the Remote Transmitter * Press the trunk release button * for approximately one second to unlock and open the trunk. Emergency Trunk Opener The trunk release lever allows you to open the trunk from inside for your safety. Slide the release lever in the direction of[...]

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    112 Controls Security System Immobilizer System The immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from starting the engine. Each key contains electronic transmi tters that use electronic signals to verify the key. Pay attention to the follow ing when inserting the key in to the ignition switch: • Do not allow objects that emi[...]

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    113 uu Security System u Security System Alarm * Controls ■ Setting the s ecurity syst em alarm The security system alarm automatically se ts when the follo wing conditions have been met: • The ignition switch is in LOCK ( 0 , and the key has b een removed from the ignition switch. • The hood and trunk are closed. • All doors are locked wit[...]

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    114 Controls Opening and Closing the Windows Opening/Closing the Power Windows The power windows can be opened and cl osed when the ignition switch is in ON ( w , using the swit ches on the doors. The driver's side swi tches can be used to open and close all of the windows. The power window lock button on the driver's side must be switche[...]

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    115 uu Opening and Closing the Windows u Opening/Closing the Power Windows Controls To open: Push th e switch down. To close: Pull the switch up. Release the switch when the window reaches the desired position. ■ Opening/Clos ing Windows wi thout Auto- Open/Close Fu nction Close Open[...]

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    116 Controls Opening and Closing the Moonroof * You can only o perate the moonroof wh en the ignition switch is in ON ( w . Use the switch in the front of the ceiling to open and close the moonroof. ■ A utomatic opera tion To open: Pull the switch back f irmly, then release. To close: Push the switch forward firmly, then release. The moonroof wil[...]

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    117 Controls Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel Ignition Switch 1 Ignition Switc h You cannot take the key out unless the shift lever is in ( P . If you open the driver's door when the key is in LOCK ( 0 or ACCESSORY ( q , a warnin g buzzer will sound to remind you to take the key out. When this happen s, the following messages a[...]

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    118 uu O perating the Switches Around the Steerin g Wheel u Turn Signals Controls Turn Signals The turn signals can be used when the ignition switch is in ON ( w . ■ One-to uch turn signal When you lightly push up or down and release the turn signal lever, th e exterior turn signals and turn signal indica tor blink three times. This feature can b[...]

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    Continued 119 uu Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel u Light Switches Controls Automatic lighting control can be used when the ignition switch is in ON ( w . When you turn the light switch to AUTO , the headlights and other exterior lights will switch on and off automatically depending on the ambient brightness. u You can change the au[...]

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    uu O perating the Switches Around the Steerin g Wheel u Light Switches 120 Controls The headlights automatically co me on when the wipers are used several times within a certain number of intervals with the headlight switch in AUTO . The headlights automatically go off a few minutes later if the wipers are stopped. The headlights, all other exterio[...]

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    121 uu Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel u Fog Lights * Controls Fog Lights * When the low beam head lights are on, turn the fog light switch on to use the fog lights. Daytime Running Lights The high beam headlights come on slightly dimmer than normal when the following conditions have been met: • The ignition switch is in ON ( w .[...]

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    122 uu O perating the Switches Around the Steerin g Wheel u Wipers and Washers Controls Wipers and Washers The windshield wipers and washers can be used when the ignition switch is in ON ( w . ■ MIST The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever. ■ Wiper switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI) Change the wiper switch setting according to the amoun[...]

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    123 uu Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel u Brightness Control Controls Brightness Control When the parking lights are turned on and the ignition switch is in ON ( w , you can use the brightness control knob to adjust instrument panel brightness. Brighten: Turn the knob to the right. Dim: Turn the k nob to the left. You will hear the [...]

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    124 uu O perating the Switches Around the Steerin g Wheel u Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror * Button Controls Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror * Button Press the rear defogger and heated door mirror button to defog the rear window and mirrors when the ignition switch is in ON ( w . The rear defogger and heated door mirrors automatically switch off[...]

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    125 uu Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel u A djusting the Steering Wheel Controls Adjusting the Steering Wheel The steering wheel hei ght and distanc e from your body can be adjusted so that you can comfortably grip the steering wheel in an ap propriate driving postu re. 1. Pull the steering wheel adjustment lever up. u The steering [...]

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    126 Controls Adjusting the Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirror Adjust the angle of the rearview mirror wh en you are sitting in the correct driving position. Flip the tab to switch the position. The night position will help to reduce the glare from headlights behind you when driving after dark. Power Door Mirrors You can adjust the door mirrors when t[...]

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    127 Continued Controls Adjusting the Seats Adjusting the Seat Positions Adjust the driver's seat as far back as possible while allowing you to ma intain full control of the vehicle. Y ou should be able to sit upright, well back in the seat and be able to adequately press the pedals without leaning forward, and grip the steering wheel comfortab[...]

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    uu Adjusting the Seats u Adjusting the Seat P ositions 128 Controls ■ Adjust ing the front manual seat(s) 1 Adjustin g the front manual seat(s) Once a seat is adjusted co rrectly, rock it back and forth to make su re it is locked in position. Horizontal Posi tion Adjustment Pull up on the bar to move the seat, then release the bar. Height Adjustm[...]

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    Continued 129 uu Adjusting the Seats u Adjusting the Seat Positions Controls Adjust the driver's seat-back to a comfortable, upright position, l eaving ample space between your chest and the airbag cover in the center of the steering wheel. The front seat passenge r should also adjust their seat-back to a comfortable, upright position. Reclini[...]

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    uu Adjusting the Seats u Adjusting the Seat P ositions 130 Controls Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating pos itions. Head restraints are most effective for protection against whiplash and other rear- impact crash injuries when the center of the back of the occupant's head rests ag ainst the center of the restraint. The [...]

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    Continued 131 uu Adjusting the Seats u Adjusting the Seat Positions Controls A passenger sitting in a back seating position should adjust the height of their head restraint to an appropriate position before the vehicle begins moving . To raise the head restrain t: Pull it upward. To lower the h ead restrain t: Push it down while pressing the rel ea[...]

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    uu Adjusting the Seats u Adjusting the Seat P ositions 132 Controls After all occupants have adjusted their s eats and head restraints, a nd put on their seat belts, it is very important that they continue to sit upright, well back in their seats, with their feet on the floor, until the vehicle is safe ly parked and the engine is off. Sitting impro[...]

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    133 uu Adjusting the Seats u Rear Seats Controls Rear Seats 1. Remove the center shoulder belt from the guide. 2. Pull the release lever in the trunk to release the lock. 3. Fold the seat-back down. If the rear head restraints get caught on the front seat-backs, remove the head restraints. 2 Removing and Reinst alling the Head Restraints P. 131 ■[...]

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    134 uu Adjusting the Seats u Armrest Controls Armrest The console lid can be used as an armrest. To adjust * : Slide the armrest to desired position. Pull down the armrest in the center seat-back. ■ Using the Front Seat Armrest ■ Using the Rear Se at Armrest * * Not available on all models[...]

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    135 Controls Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items Interior Lights ■ ON The interior lights come on regardless of whether the doors are open or closed. ■ Door acti vated The interior lights come on in the following situations: • When any of the doors are opened. • You unlock the driver's door. • You remove the key from the ignit[...]

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    136 uu I nterior Lights/Interior Convenience Items u Interior C onvenience Items Controls Interior Convenience Items Pull the handle to open the glove box. Pull the handle to open the console compartment. ■ Glove Box 1 Glove Box 3 WARNING An open gl ove box can cause ser ious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wear ing [...]

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    137 uu Interior Lights/Inter ior Convenience Items u Interior Convenience Items Continued Controls Press on the upper edge to open the pocket. ■ Center Pock et[...]

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    uu I nterior Lights/Interior Convenience Items u Interior C onvenience Items 138 Controls ■ Fr ont seat beverage holders Are located in the console between the front seats. ■ Rear seat bever age holders * Fold the armrest down to use the rear seat beverage hold ers. ■ Beverage Holders 1 Beve rage Holders NOTICE Spilled liquids damage the upho[...]

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    Continued 139 uu Interior Lights/Inter ior Convenience Items u Interior Convenience Items Controls The accessory power sockets can be used wh en the ignition switch is in ACCESSORY ( q or ON ( w . ■ Accessory power so cket (console panel) Open the cover to use it. ■ Access ory power socket (co nsole compartment) * Open the console lid and the c[...]

  • Page 142

    uu I nterior Lights/Interior Convenience Items u Interior C onvenience Items 140 Controls There is a coat hook on the rear left grab handle. Pull it down to use it. ■ Coat Hook 1 Coat Hook The coat hook is n ot de signed for large or heavy items.[...]

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    141 uu Interior Lights/Inter ior Convenience Items u Interior Convenience Items Controls The ignition switch must be in ON ( w to use the seat heaters. The HI set ting heats the seats faster than the LO setting. While in HI , the heater cycles on and off. u Th e appropriate indicator will be on while the seat heater is on. Briefly press the switch [...]

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    142 Controls Heating and Cooling * Using Vents, Heating and A/C * Mode Buttons Change airflow. Floor and defroster vents Floor vents Dashboard and floor vents Dashboard vents Fan Contro l Dial Adjusts the fan speed. Rotate the dial all the way to OFF to t urn everything off. Button * Turns on the A/C, select s airflow from the dashboard vents, and [...]

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    Continued 143 uu Heating and Cooling * u Using Vents, Heating and A/C * Controls The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air. 1. Adjust the fan speed usi ng the fan control dial. 2. Select . 3. Adjust the temperature using the temperature control dial. ■ To rapidl y warm up the interior 1. Set the fan to the maximum speed. 2. Select . 3. Set t[...]

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    uu Hea ting and Cooling * u Using Vents, Heating and A/C * 144 Controls 1. Adjust the fan speed using the fan control dial. 2. Select . 3. Adjust the temperature using the temperature control dial. 4. Press the A/C button (the indicator on). ■ T o rapidly cool do wn the interior 1. Set the fan to the maximum spee d. 2. Set the temperature to maxi[...]

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    145 uu Heating and Cooling * u Using Vents, Heating and A/C * Controls Pressing the button turn s the air conditioning sy st em on and automatically switches the system to fresh air mode. ■ To rapidl y defrost the windows 1. Set the fan to the maximum speed. 2. Press the button. 3. Press the button. 4. Set the temperature to maximum warm. ■ Def[...]

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    146 Controls Climate Control System * Using Automatic Climate Control The automatic climate control system maintains the interior temperature you select. The system also selects the proper mix of heat ed or cooled air that will as quickly as possible, raise or lower the interior temperature to your preference. Use the system when th e engine is run[...]

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    147 uu Climate Control System * u Using Automatic Climate Control Controls ■ Swit ching between the recirculation and fre sh air modes Press the (recirculation) button and switch the mode depending on environmental conditions. Recirculation Mode (in dicator on): Recirculates air from the vehicle’s interior through the system. Fresh Air Mode (in[...]

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    148 uu Cl imate Control System * u Automatic Climate Control Sensors Controls Automatic Climat e Control Sensors The automatic climate control system is equipped with sensors. Do not cover or spill any liquid on them. Sunlight Sen sor Sensor[...]

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    149 Features This chapter describes how to operate technology features. Audio System About Your Audio System................ 150 USB Adapter Cable * ......... ............... 151 Auxiliary Input Jack .... .................... .. 151 Audio System Theft Protection * ....... 152 Audio System Basic Operation ...... 153 Adjusting the Sound .... ........[...]

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    150 Features Audio System About Your Audio System On models with navigation system, see th e Navigation System Manual for operation of the audio system, Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® , and voice commands for these features. The audio system features AM/FM radio. It can also play CDs and WMA/MP3 files. You can operate the audio system from t h e b u[...]

  • Page 153

    151 uu Audio System u USB Adapter Cable * Features USB Adapter Cable * 1. Unclip the USB connect or and loosen the adapter cable. 2. Install the iPod ® dock connector or th e USB flash drive to the USB conne ctor. Auxiliary Input Jack Use the jack to connect standard audio devices. 1. Open the AUX cover. 2. Connect a standard audio device to the i[...]

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    152 uu Au dio System u Audio System Theft Protection * Features Audio System Theft Protection * The audio system is disabled when it is disconnected from the power source, su ch as when the battery is disc onnected or goes dead. ■ Reactivati ng the audio s ystem 1. Turn the ignition switch t o ON ( w , and turn on the audio system. u If you turn [...]

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    153 Features Audio System Basic Operation To use the audio system function, the ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY ( q or ON ( w . Adjusting the Soun d Press the TUNE/SOUND knob, and rotate it to adjust the setting. Each time you press the TUNE/SOUND knob, a sound mode switches as follows. Models with information display 1 Adjusting the Sound Whe[...]

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    154 uu Au dio System Basic Operation u Playing AM/FM Radio Features Playing AM/FM Radio 1 Playing AM/FM R adio The ST indicator appears on the display indicating stereo FM broadcasts. Stereo reproduction in AM is not available. You can store six AM stations and twelve FM stations into the preset button memory. FM1 and FM2 let you store six stations[...]

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    155 uu Audio System Basic Operation u Playing a CD Features Playing a CD Your audio system supports audio CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RW s in either MP3 or WMA format. With the CD loaded, press the CD/AUX button. 1 Playing a CD NOTICE Do not use CDs with adhesi ve labels. Th e label can cause the CD to jam in the unit. WMA files protected by digital rights [...]

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    156 Features Audio System Basic Operation To use the audio system f unction, the ignition swit ch m ust be in ACCESSORY ( q or ON ( w . Use the selector knob or SETUP button to access some audio functions . Press to switch between the normal and extended display fo r some functions. Selector knob : Rotate left or right to scroll through the availab[...]

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    157 uu Audio System Basic Operation u Audio Remote Controls Features Audio Remote Controls Allows you to operate the audio system whil e driving. SOURCE Button Cycles through the aud io modes as foll ows: FM1 FM2 AM CD AUX ( + ( - (Volume) Buttons Press ( + : To increase the volume. Press ( - : To decrease the volume. Buttons • When listening to [...]

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    158 uu Au dio System Basic Operation u Adjusting the Sound Features Adjusting the Sound Press the SETUP button, and rotate to select Sound Settings , then press . Rotate to scroll throug h the following choices: 1 Adjusting the Sou nd The SVC has f our modes: OFF , LOW , MID , and HIGH . SVC adjusts the volume level based on the vehicle speed. As y[...]

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    159 uu Audio System Basic Operation u Playi ng AM/FM Radio Continued Features Playing AM/FM Radio 0 0230 0 75° F miles FM Button / Button Press to disp lay and select an RDS category. SCAN Button Press to sample each of the strongest station s on the selected band for 10 seconds. To turn off scan, press the button again. (Power) Button Press to tu[...]

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    uu Au dio System Basic Operation u Playing AM/FM Radio 160 Features Use the auto select feature to scan both bands and store the strongest station in each preset. 1. Press the SETUP button. 2. Rotate to select Auto Select , then press . To turn off auto select, press again. This restores the presets you originally set. ■ Auto Select 1 Playing AM/[...]

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    161 uu Audio System Basic Operation u Playi ng AM/FM Radio Features Provides text data information related to your selected RDS capable FM station. ■ RDS Informa tion 1. Press the SETUP button and rotate to select RDS Information . 2. Each time you press , the RDS Information switches between on and off. ■ To find an R DS station fro m your sel[...]

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    162 uu Au dio System Basic Operation u Playing a CD Features Playing a CD Your audio system su pports audio CDs, CD -Rs and CD-RWs in either MP3 or WMA format. With the CD loaded, pre ss the CD button. 0 0230 0 75° F miles Genre AAA 1’23’ ’ T rac k AAA Artist AAA / Button Press to skip to th e next folder , and to skip t o the beginning o f [...]

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    Continued 163 uu Audio System Basic Operation u Playing a CD Features 1. Press to switch the display to a folder list. 2. Rotate to select a folder. 3. Press to change the display to a list of files in that folder. 4. Rotate to select a file, then press . ■ How to Select a File from a Fo lder with the Sele ctor Knob (MP3/WMA) 1 Playing a CD NOTIC[...]

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    uu Au dio System Basic Operation u Playing a CD 164 Features You can select repeat, random, and scan m odes when playing a track or file. 1. Press the SETUP button. 2. Rotate to select Play Mode , then press . 3. Rotate to select a mode, then press . ■ To turn off a play mo de 1. Press the SETUP button. 2. Rotate to select Play Mo de , then press[...]

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    165 uu Audio System Basic Operation u Playing an iPod ® Continued Features Playing an iPod ® Connect the iPod ® us ing your dock co nnector to the USB adapter c able, then press the AUX button. 2 USB Adapter Cable * P. 151 1 23456 Genre AAA Song AAA Artist AAA / Button Press to go back to the previous dis play. Press to set your se lection. (Pow[...]

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    uu Au dio System Basic Operation u Playing an iPod ® 166 Features 1. Press to display the iPod ® menu. 2. Rotate to select a menu. 3. Press to display the items on that menu. 4. Rotate to select an item, then press . ■ How to Select a File from the iPod ® Menu 1 Playing an iPod ® Availa ble operati ng function s vary on models or versions. So[...]

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    Continued 167 uu Audio System Basic Operatio n u Features You can select repeat and shu ffle modes when playi ng a file. 1. Press the SETUP button. 2. Rotate to select Play M ode , then press . 3. Rotate to select a mode, then press . ■ To turn off a play mo de 1. Press the SETUP button. 2. Rotate to select Play Mode , then press . 3. Rotate to s[...]

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    168 uu Au dio System Basic Operation u Playing Internet Radio Features Playing Internet Radio Activate Pandora ® , and connect the iPhone ® using your dock connect or to the USB adapter cable, then press the AUX button. 2 USB Adapter Cable * P. 151 U.S. models iPhone ® use only AUX Button Press to select iPhon e ® (if connected when the Pandora[...]

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    169 uu Audio System Basic Operation u Playing Internet Radio Features You can operate some of the Pandora ® menu items from your vehicle’s audio system. The available items are: • Station Li st ( QuickMix is also available) • Like • Dislike • Resume/ Pause • Skip • Bookmark this song • Bookmark this artist ■ Operating a menu item[...]

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    170 uu Au dio System Basic Operation u Playing a USB Flash Drive Features Playing a USB Flash Drive Your audio system reads and plays so und fi les on a USB flash drive in either MP3, WMA or AAC *1 format. Connect your USB flash drive to the USB adapter cable, then press the AUX button. 2 USB Adapter Cable * P. 151 *1:Only AAC format files recorded[...]

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    Continued 171 uu A udio System Basic Operation u Playing a USB Flash Drive Features 1. Press to switch the display to a folder list. 2. Rotate to select a folder. 3. Press to change the display to a list of files in that folder. 4. Rotate to select a file, then press . ■ How to Select a File from a Fo lder with the Selector Knob 1 Playing a USB F[...]

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    uu Au dio System Basic Operation u Playing a USB Flash Drive 172 Features You can select repeat, random, and scan modes when playing a file(s). 1. Press the SETUP button. 2. Rotate to select Play Mo de , then press . 3. Rotate to select a mode, then press . ■ To turn off a play mo de 1. Press the SETUP button. 2. Rotate to select Play Mo de , the[...]

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    173 uu Audio System Basic Operation u Playing Bluetooth ® Audio Continued Features Playing Bluetooth ® Audio Your audio system allows you to listen to music from your Bluetooth ® -compatible phone. This function is available when the phone is pair ed and connected to the vehicle's Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) sy stem. 2 Phone Setup P[...]

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    uu Au dio System Basic Operation u Playing Bluetooth ® Audio 174 Features 1. Make sure that your phone is paired and connected to HFL. 2. Press the AUX button. If the phone is not recognized, an other HFL- compatible phone, which is not compatible for Bluetooth ® Audio, may be already connected. ■ To pause or resume a fi le 1. Press the SETUP b[...]

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    175 Features Audio Error Messages CD Player If a disc error occurs, you may see the following error messages. *1: Models with information display *2: Models wi th i-MID Error Message Cause Solution Heat Error *2 High temperature ● Turn the audio system off and allo w the player to cool down until the error message is cleared. FORMAT *1 Unsupporte[...]

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    176 uu Au dio Error Messages u iPod ® /USB Flash Drive Features iPod ® /USB Flash Drive If an error occurs while playing an iPod ® or USB flash drive, you may see the following error messages. If you cannot cl ear the error message, contact a dealer. Error Messag e Solution USB Error Appears when there is a problem with the U SB adapter unit. Ch[...]

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    177 uu Audio Error Messages u Pandora ® Features Pandora ® If an error occurs while playing Pandora ® , you may see the foll owing error messages. If you cannot clear the error message, contact a dealer. Error Message Solution PANDORA No Station Appears when there is no stat ion list on the device. Use the device to create a station. PANDORA Req[...]

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    178 Features General Information on the Audio System Recommended CDs • Use only high-quality CD-R or CD-RW discs labeled for audio use. • Use only CD-R or CD-RW discs on which the recordings are closed . • Play only standard round-shaped CDs. • Some software files may not allow for audio play or text data display. • Some versions of MP3 o[...]

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    179 uu General Information on the Audio System u Recommended CDs Features ■ Protecting CDs Follow these precautions when handling or s toring CDs: • Store a CD in its case when it is not being played. • When wiping a CD, use a soft clea n clot h from the center to the outside edge. • Handle a CD by its edge. Never touch either surface. • [...]

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    180 uu General Information on the Audio System u Compatib le iPod ® and USB Flash Drives Features Compatible iPod ® and USB Flash Drives • Use a recommended USB flash drive of 256 MB or higher. • Some digital audio players may not be compatible. • Some USB flash drives (e.g., a device with security lockout) may not work. • Some software f[...]

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    181 Continued Features Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * For models with the navigation system, see Navigation System Manual for how to operate the Bluetooth ® HandsFre eLink ® . Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) allows you to place and rece ive phone calls u sing your vehicle's audio system, without handl ing your cell phone. Using HFL (Pic[...]

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    uu Bl uetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * u U sing HFL 182 Features The i-MID notifies you when there is an incoming call. Certain manual functions are disabled or inoperable while the vehicle is in motion. You cannot select a grayed-out option until the vehicle is stopped . Only previously stored speed dial entries with voice tags can be called using vo[...]

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    183 uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * u HFL Menus Continued Features HFL Menus The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY ( q or ON ( w to use HFL. 1 HFL Menus To use HFL, you must first pair your Bluetooth - compatible cell phone to the system while th e vehicle is parked. Some functions are limited while d riving. A message appears on the s creen [...]

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    184 uu Bl uetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * u H FL Menus Features Redial the last number dialed in the phone’s history. System reads received message aloud, or stop message from being read. Reply to a received message using one of six fixed phrase s. Make a call to the sender. See an entire received message (if more than three lines of text). Redial [...]

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    185 uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * u HFL Menus Continued Features Pair a phone to the system. Connect a phone to the system. Disconnect a paired phone from the system. Delete a previously paired phone. Create a code for a paired phone. Connection Phone Setup Add a New Phone Connect a Phone Disconnect Phone Delete a Phone Pairing Code[...]

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    186 uu Bl uetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * u H FL Menus Features Select a phone number from the phonebook to store as a speed dial number. Add New Existing entry list Select a phone number from the call history to store as a speed dial number. Enter a phone number to store as a speed dial number. Change a previously stored speed dial number. Delete a [...]

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    187 uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * u HFL Menus Continued Features Set calls to automatically transfer from your phone to HFL when you enter the vehicle. Prioritize the caller’s name as the cal ler ID. Prioritize the caller’s phone number as the caller ID. Create a security PIN for a paired phone. Clear the system of all paired phones, pho n[...]

  • Page 190

    uu Bl uetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * u H FL Menus 188 Features ■ To pair a cell ph one (when there is no pho ne paired to the sy stem) 1. Press the PHONE button or the button. 2. Rotate to select Yes , then press . 3. Make sure your phone is in search or discoverable mode, then press . u HFL automatically searches for a Bluetooth device. 4. When y[...]

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    189 uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * u HFL Menus Continued Features ■ To pair a cell phone (when a pho ne has already been paired to the system) 1. Press the PHONE button or the button. u If a prompt appears as king to connect to a phone, select No and proceed with step 2. 2. Rotate to select Phone Setup , then press . 3. Rotate to select Conne[...]

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    190 uu Bl uetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * u H FL Menus Features 6. Make sure your phone is in search or discoverable mode, then press . u HFL automatically searches for a Bluetooth device. 7. When your phone appears on the l ist, select it by pressing . u If your phone doesn’t ap pear, select Phone Not Foun d? and search for Bluetooth devices using[...]

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    Continued 191 uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * u HFL Menus Features ■ To ch ange the pairin g code setti ng 1. Press the PHONE button or the button. u Rotate to select Phone Setup , then press . 2. Rotate to select Connecti on , then press . 3. Rotate to select Pairing Code , then press . 4. Rotate to select Fixed or Random , then press . 1 To [...]

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    192 uu Bl uetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * u H FL Menus Features ■ To delete a paired phone 1. Press the PHONE button or the button. 2. Rotate to select Phone Setup , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Connectio n , then Delete a Ph one . 3. Rotate to select a phone you want to delete, then press . 4. You will receive a confirmation messa[...]

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    Continued 193 uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * u HFL Menus Features 1. Press the PHONE button or the button. 2. Rotate to select Phone Setup , then press . 3. Rotate to select Me ssage Notice , then press . 4. Rotate to select a mode you want, then press . ■ To Set Up a Text Message Not ice Option 1 To Set Up a Text Message Notice Option On : A[...]

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    uu Bl uetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * u H FL Menus 194 Features You can protect each of the six cell phones with a security PI N. 1. Press the PHONE button or the button. 2. Rotate to select Phone Setup , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Passcode . 3. Select a phone you want to add a secu rity PIN to. u Rotate to select a phone you want [...]

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    Continued 195 uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * u HFL Menus Features If you get into the vehicle while you are on the phone, the cal l can be automatically transferred to HFL. 1. Press the PHONE button or the button. 2. Rotate to select Phone Setup , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Aut o Transfe r . 3. Rotate to select On , then pres[...]

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    196 uu Bl uetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * u H FL Menus Features Security codes, paired phones, all stored vo ice tag, all speed dial entries, and all imported phonebook data are erased. 1. Press the PHONE button or the button. 2. Rotate to select Phone Setup , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select System Clear . 3. Rotate to select Yes , then[...]

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    Continued 197 uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * u HFL Menus Features When your phone is paired, the conten ts of its phonebook and call history are automatically imported to HFL. ■ Automatic Im port of Cellular Phon ebook and Call History 1 Automatic Import of Cellular Phon ebook and Call History When you select a person fr om the list in the ce[...]

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    uu Bl uetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * u H FL Menus 198 Features Up to 15 speed dial numbers can be stored per phon e. To store a speed dial number: 1. Press the PHONE button or the button. 2. Rotate to select Phone Setup , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Speed Dial , then Add New . 3. Rotate to select a place to choose a number from, th[...]

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    Continued 199 uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * u HFL Menus Features ■ To add a vo ice tag to a store d speed dial numbe r 1. Press the PHONE button or the button. 2. Rotate to select Phone Setup , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Spe ed Dial . 3. Select an existing speed dial entry. 4. Rotate to select Store Voice Tag , then press [...]

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    200 uu Bl uetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * u H FL Menus Features ■ To delete a voice t ag 1. Press the PHONE button or the button. 2. Rotate to select Phone Setup , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Speed Dial . 3. Select an existing speed dial entry. 4. Rotate to select Delete Voice Tag , then press . u You will receive a confirmation m[...]

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    Continued 201 uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * u HFL Menus Features You can make calls by inputti ng any p hone numb er, or by using the imported phonebook, call h istory, speed dial entries, or redial. ■ Making a Call 1 Makin g a Call Any voice-tagged speed dial entry can be dialed by voice from any screen. Press the button and follow the prom[...]

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    uu Bl uetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * u H FL Menus 202 Features ■ To make a call using the impo rted phonebo ok When your phone is paired, the contents of its phonebo ok are automatically imported to HFL. 1. Press the PHONE button or the button. 2. Rotate to select Phone book , then press . 3. The phonebook is stor ed alphabetically. Rotate to sele[...]

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    Continued 203 uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * u HFL Menus Features ■ To make a call using a phone nu mber 1. Press the PHONE button or the button. 2. Rotate to select Dial , then press . 3. Rotate to select a number, then press . 4. Rotate to select , then press . u Dialing starts automatically. ■ To make a call us ing redial 1. Press the PH[...]

  • Page 206

    uu Bl uetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * u H FL Menus 204 Features ■ To make a ca ll using the ca ll histor y Call history is stored by Dialed Calls , Received Calls , a nd Miss ed Calls . 1. Press the PHONE button or the button. 2. Rotate to select Call Histo ry , then press . 3. Rotate to select Dialed Calls , Receive d Calls , or Miss ed Calls , th[...]

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    Continued 205 uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * u HFL Menus Features When there is an inco ming call, an audibl e notification sounds (i f activated) and the Incoming Call screen appears. Press the button to answer the call. Press the button to decline or end the call. ■ Receiving a Call 1 Receiving a Call Call Waiting Press the button to put th[...]

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    uu Bl uetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * u H FL Menus 206 Features The following options are available during a call. Mute : Mute your voice. Transfer Call : Transfer a call from HFL to your phone. Touch Tones : Send numbers during a call. This is usefu l when you call a menu- driven phone system. 1. To view the available options, press the PHONE button[...]

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    Continued 207 uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * u HFL Menus Features HFL can disp lay newly received text messages as well as 20 o f the most recently received messages on a linked cell phone. Each received message can be read aloud and replied to using a fixed common phras e. 1. A pop-up appears and notifies you of a new text message. 2. Rotate t[...]

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    uu Bl uetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * u H FL Menus 208 Features 1. Press the PHONE button or the button. 2. Rotate to select Text Message , then press . 3. Rotate to select a message, then press . u The text message is displayed. The system automaticall y starts reading the message aloud. ■ Displaying Messages 1 Displaying M essages The icon appear[...]

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    Continued 209 uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * u HFL Menus Features ■ Using th e stop readin g or read option 1. Press the PHONE button or the button. 2. Rotate to select Text Messag e , then press . 3. Rotate to select a message, then press . u The text message is displayed. The system automatical ly starts reading the message aloud. 4. Press [...]

  • Page 212

    uu Bl uetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * u H FL Menus 210 Features ■ Reply to a messag e You can reply to a message using one of the six common phrases available in the system. 1. Press the PHONE button or the button. 2. Rotate to select Text Message , then press . 3. Rotate to select a message, then press . u The text message is displayed. The system[...]

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    211 uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® * u HFL Menus Features ■ Making a call to a sender You can call the text message sender. 1. Press the PHONE button or the button. 2. Rotate to select to Text Message , then press . 3. Rotate to select a message, then press . u The text message is displayed. The system automatically starts reading out the messa[...]

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    213 Driving This chapter discusses driv ing, refueling , an d information on items such as accessories. Before D riving Driving Preparation ..................... ..... 214 Maximum Load Limit............ ............ 217 Towing a Trailer Towing Preparation .... .......... ............ 219 Driving Safely with a Trailer .............. 221 Towing Your [...]

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    214 Driving Before Driving Driving Preparation Check the following items before you start driving. • Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior lights, or othe r parts of the vehi cle. u Remove any frost, sn ow, or ice. u Remo ve any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of vision while dr[...]

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    Continued 215 uu Before Driving u Driving Preparation Driving • Store or secure all items on board properly. u Carrying too much cargo , or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle's handling, stability, stopping distan ce, and tires, and make it unsafe. 2 Maximum Load Lim it P. 217 • Do not pile items higher than the seat height. u [...]

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    216 uu Before Driving u Driving Preparation Driving • Be sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats c annot roll under the seats. u They can interfere with the driver's abili ty to operate the pedals, the operation of the seats, or the operation of the sensors under the seats. • Everyone in the vehicle must fasten their seat bel[...]

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    217 uu Before Driving u Maximum Load Limit Continued Driving Maximum Load Limit The maximum load for your vehicle is 850 lbs (385 kg). See Tire and Loading Information label attached to the driver's doorjamb. This figure incl udes the total weight of all occupants, carg o, and accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer. Steps[...]

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    218 uu Before Driving u Maximum Load Limit Driving (5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That we ight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4. (6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicl e. Consu[...]

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    219 Continued Driving Towing a Trailer Your vehicle is not designed to tow a traile r. Attempting to do so can void your warranties. Towing Preparation Your vehicle can to w a trailer i f you carefu lly o bserve the load lim its, use the proper equipment, and follow the towing guidel in es. Check the load li mits before driving. ■ Total trailer w[...]

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    uu Towin g a Trailer u Towing Preparation 220 Driving Towing equipment varies by the s ize of your trailer, how much load you are towing, and where you are towing. ■ Hitches The hitch must be of an approved type and properly bolted to the underbody. ■ Safety chains Always use safety chains when you tow a trailer. Leave enough slack to allow the[...]

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    221 uu Towing a Trailer u Driving Safely with a Trailer Continued Driving Driving Safely with a Trailer • Have the trailer properly serviced and keep it in good condition. • Make sure that all the weights and load in the vehicle and trailer are within limits. 2 Towing Load Limits P. 219 • Securely attach the hitch, safety chains, and other ne[...]

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    222 uu Towin g a Trailer u Towing Your Vehicle Driving • Closely watch your high temperature indica tor. If the indicato r remains on, turn off the heating and cooling system * /climate control system * and reduce speed. Pull to the side of the road safely to cool down the engine if necessary. • Shift to the ( d position if the tran smission sh[...]

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    223 Continued Driving When Driving Starting the Engine 1. Make sure the parking brake is applied. 2. Check that the shift lever is in ( P , then depress the brake pedal. u Although it is possible to start the vehicl e in ( N , it is safer to start it in ( P . 2. Check that the shift lever is in ( N . Then depress the brake peda l with your right fo[...]

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    uu When Driving u Starting the Engine 224 Driving 3. Turn the ignition switch to START ( e without depressing the accelerator pedal. 1. Keeping your right foot on the brake peda l, release the parking brake. Check that the parking brake indicator has gone off. 2 Parking Brake P. 241 2. Put t he shift lever in ( D . Select ( R when reversing. 3. Gra[...]

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    225 uu When Driving u Precautions While Driving Driving Precautions While Driving Avoid driving in deep water and on flood ed roads. This can damag e the engine or driveline, or cause electrical component failure. If there is a strong impact with something u nder the vehicle, stop i n a safe location. Check the underside of the vehicl e for damage [...]

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    226 uu When Driving u Automatic Transmission Driving Automatic Transmission The engine runs at a higher idle speed and creeping increases. Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed when stopped. Quickly depressing the accelerator pedal while driving uphill may cause the transmission to drop to a lower gear, unex pectedly increasing vehicle speed. Depre[...]

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    uu When Driving u Shifting 228 Driving ■ Shift Leve r Operation 1 Shift Lever Operation NOTICE When you change the shift lever from ( D to ( R and vice versa, come to a co mplete stop and keep the brake pedal depressed. Operating the shift lever before the vehicle has come to a complete standstill ca n damage the transmission. Use the shift lever[...]

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    229 uu When D riving u Shifting Continued Driving Shifting Fully depress the clutch pedal to opera te the shift lever and ch ange gears, then slowly release the pedal. Depress the cl utch pedal, and pa use fo r a few seconds before shifting into ( R , or shift into one of the forward gears for a mo ment. This stops the gears so they do not “grind[...]

  • Page 232

    uu When Driving u Shifting 230 Driving When you are not shifting, do not rest you r foot on the clutc h pedal. This can cause your clutch to wear out faster. 5-speed manual transmission 1 Shifting Recommended Shift Points Driving in the highest gear that allows the engine to run and accelerate smoothly helps to optimize fuel economy and effective e[...]

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    231 uu When D riving u Shifting Driving The manual transmission has a locko ut mech anism that stops you from accidentally shifting into ( R from a forward gear while the vehicle is moving above a cer tain speed. If you cannot shift to ( R when the vehicle is stopped , do the follow ing: 1. Depress the clutch pe dal, move the shift lever all the wa[...]

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    232 uu When Driving u ECON Button * Driving ECON Button * The ECON button turns the ECON mode on and off. The ECON mode helps you improve your fuel econo my by adjusting the performance of the eng ine, transmission, heating and cooling sy stem/climate control system, and cruise control. * * Not available on all models[...]

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    233 uu When Driving u Cruise Control * Continued Driving Cruise Control * Maintains a constant vehicle speed wit hout having to keep your foot on the accelerator. Use cruise control on freeway s or open roads where you can travel at a constant speed with little ac celeration or deceleration. 1 Cruise Control * It may not be possible to main tain a [...]

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    234 uu When Driving u Cruise Control * Driving Take your foot off the pedal and press the –/SET button when you reach the desired speed. The moment you release the –/SET butt on, the set speed is fixed, and cruise control begins. The CRUISE CO NTROL indic ator comes on. ■ To Set the V ehicle Speed –/SET Button On when cruise con trol begins[...]

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    235 uu When Driving u Cruise Control * Driving Increase or decrease the vehicle speed using the RES/+ or –/SET buttons on the steering wheel. • Each time you press the button, the vehicl e speed is increased or decreased by about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). • If you keep the button pressed, the vehicl e speed increases or decreases until you release it[...]

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    236 uu When Driving u VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist), aka ESC (Electronic Stability Control), System Driving VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist), aka ESC (Electronic Stability Control), System VSA ® helps to stabilize the vehicle during corn ering if the vehicle turns more or less than what was intended. It also assists in ma intaining traction o[...]

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    237 uu When Driving u VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist), aka ESC (Electronic Stability Control), System Driving This button is on the driver side control p anel. To turn the VSA ® system on and off, press and hold it until you hear a beep. VSA ® will stop and the indicator will come on. To turn it on agai n, press the (VSA ® OFF ) button until y[...]

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    238 uu When Driving u TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) Driving TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) Monitors the tire pressure while you are driving. If your vehicle's tire pressure becomes significantly low, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator comes on and a message appears on the i-MID. CHECK TIRE PRE SSURE is displ ayed when a tire[...]

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    239 uu When Driving u Ti re Pressure Monitoring System (TPM S) - Required Federal Explanation Continued Driving Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation Each tire, including the spare (i f provided), should be checked monthly when cold an d inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on th[...]

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    240 uu When Driving u Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPM S) - Required Federal Explanation Driving Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver's responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire p[...]

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    241 Continued Driving Braking Brake System Use the parking brake to keep the ve hicle stationary when parking. To apply: Pull the lever fully up without pressing the release button. To releas e: 1. Pull the lever slightly, and press and hold the release button. 2. Low er the lever down all the way, then release the button. ■ Parking Brake 1 Parki[...]

  • Page 244

    uu Braki ng u Brake System 242 Driving Your vehicle is equipped with front di sc brakes. The brakes on the rear wheels may be disc or drum, depending on the model. A vacuum power assist helps reduce the effort needed on the brake pedal. The bra ke assist system increases the stopping force when you depres s the brake pedal hard in an em ergency sit[...]

  • Page 245

    243 uu Braking u ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Driving ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Helps prevent the wheels from loc king up, and helps you retain steering control by pumping the brakes rapidly, much faster than you. The electronic brake distribution (EBD) sy stem, which is part of the ABS, also balances the front-to-rear braking distri bution acco[...]

  • Page 246

    244 uu Braki ng u Brake Assist System Driving Brake Assist System Designed to assist the driver by generati ng greater braking force when you depress the brake pedal hard duri ng emergency braking. ■ Brake assist syst em operation Press the brake pedal firmly for more powerful braking. When brake assist operates, the pedal may wiggle slightly and[...]

  • Page 247

    245 Driving Parking Your Vehicle When Stopped 1. Depress the brake pedal firmly. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. 3. Move the shift lever from ( D to ( P . 3. Move the shift lever to ( R or ( 1 . 4. Turn off the engine. Always set the parking brake firmly, in particular if you are parked on an incline. 1 Parking Your Vehicle Do not park your vehi[...]

  • Page 248

    246 Driving Rearview Camera * About Your Rearview Camera For models with the navigation system, see the Navigat ion System Manual for the rearview camera. The i-MID * can display your vehicle’s rear view. The display automatically changes to a rear view when the shift lever is moved to ( R . The rearview camera has a unique lens that makes object[...]

  • Page 249

    247 Continued Driving Refueling Fuel Information ■ Fuel reco mmendation Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy meta llic knocking noise that can lead to engine damage. Use of a lower octane gasoline ca n cause occas ional metallic knocking noise in the engine and will result in decreased en gine performance. Use of a gasolin[...]

  • Page 250

    uu Refuel ing u How to Refuel 248 Driving Qualifying gasoline retailers will, in most ca ses, identify their ga soline as having met “TOP TIER Detergent Gasolin e” standards at the retail location . This fuel i s guaranteed to contain the proper level of detergent additives and be free of metallic additives. The proper level of detergent additi[...]

  • Page 251

    249 uu Refueling u How to Refuel Driving 4. Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. If you hear a release of air, wait until this stops, then turn the knob slowly to ope n the fuel fill cap. 5. Place the fuel fill cap in the holder. 6. Insert the filler nozzle fully. u When the tank is full, the fuel nozzle will click off automa tically. This leaves space[...]

  • Page 252

    250 Driving Fuel Economy Improving Fuel Economy Fuel economy depends on several co nditions, including driving conditions, yo ur driving habits, the co ndition of your vehicle, and loadi ng. Depending on these and other conditions, you may or may not achiev e the rated fuel economy of this vehicle. You can optimize your fuel economy with proper mai[...]

  • Page 253

    251 Driving Accessories and Modifications Accessories When installing accessori es, check the foll owing: • Do not install accessories on the windshi eld. They can obstru ct your view and delay your reaction to driving conditio ns. • Do not install accessories on the side pillars or acro ss the side windows. Accessories installed in th ese area[...]

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    253 Maintenance This chapter discusses basic maintenance. Before P erform i ng Maintenance Inspection and Maintenance ............ 254 Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 255 Parts and Fluids Used in M aintenance Service ................ .................... ....... 256 Maintena nce Mind er TM ......... ............ 257 Maintenance Un der the H[...]

  • Page 256

    254 Maintenanc e Before Performing Maintenance Inspection and Maintenance For your safety, perform all listed inspecti ons and maintenance to keep your vehicle in good condition. If y ou become aware of any abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your ve hicle inspected by a dealer. (Note, however[...]

  • Page 257

    255 uu Before Performing Maintenance u Safety When Pe rforming Maintenance Maintenanc e Safety When Performing Maintenance Some of the most important safe ty precautions ar e given here. However, we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance. Only y ou can deci de whether or not you should perform a given t[...]

  • Page 258

    256 uu Before Performing Maintenance u Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service Maintenanc e Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service The use of Honda genu ine parts and fluids is recommended when maintainin g and servicing yo ur vehicle. Honda genuine pa rts are manufactured according to the same high quality standards used in Honda vehicl[...]

  • Page 259

    257 Continued Maintenanc e Maintenance Minder TM If the engine oil life is less than 15%, you will see the Maintenance Minder messages appear on the information display * or the i-MID * every time you turn the ignition switch to ON ( w . The messages notify you when to change the engine oil, or when to bring your vehicle to a dealer for indicated m[...]

  • Page 260

    258 uu Main tenance Minder TM u To Use Maintenance Minder TM Maintenanc e To switch the display, press the (Select/Reset) knob. ■ Maintenance Minder Messages on the Inf ormation Display Oil Life Disp lay Explan ation Informatio n Ma intenance Minder In dicator The engine oil life indicator starts to appear along with other due soon maintenance it[...]

  • Page 261

    259 uu Maintenance Minder TM u To Use Maintenance Minder TM Continued Maintenanc e ■ Maintenance Service Items 1 Maintenance Service Items • Independent of the Maintenance Minder information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years. • Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km). • Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if [...]

  • Page 262

    uu Main tenance Minder TM u To Use Maintenance Minder TM 260 Maintenanc e Reset the engine oil life display if y ou have performed the maintenance service. 1. Turn the ignition switch to ON ( w . 2. Display the engine oil l ife by repeatedly pressing the (Select/Reset) knob. 3. Press and hold the knob for ten seconds or more. u The engine oil life [...]

  • Page 263

    261 uu Maintenance Minder TM u To Use Maintenance Minder TM Continued Maintenanc e To Use Maintenance Minder TM Maintenance items, which should be serviced at the same time that you replace the engine oil, appear on the i-MID. You can view them on the Maintenance in fo screen at any time. 1. Turn the ignition switch to ON ( w . 2. Press the MENU bu[...]

  • Page 264

    262 uu Main tenance Minder TM u To Use Maintenance Minder TM Maintenanc e The system message indicator ( ) comes on along with the Mainte nance Minder message. ■ Maintenance Mind er Messages on the i-MID Maintenanc e Message Oil Life Display Explanation Information SERVICE DUE SOON 15 % The remaining engine oil life is 15 to 6 percent. O nce you [...]

  • Page 265

    263 uu Maintenance Minder TM u To Use Maintenance Minder TM Continued Maintenanc e ■ Maintenance Service Items 1 Maintenance Service Items • Independent of the Maintenance Minder information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years. • Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km). • Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if [...]

  • Page 266

    uu Main tenance Minder TM u To Use Maintenance Minder TM 264 Maintenanc e Reset the engine oil life display if y ou have performed the maintenance service. 1. Turn the ignition switch t o ON ( w . 2. Go to the Maintenance info screen. 2 Displaying the Engine Oil Li fe and Maintenance Items P. 261 3. Press the SO URCE button. u The oi l life reset m[...]

  • Page 267

    265 Continued Maintenanc e Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood 1.8 ℓ engine models Brake Fluid (Black Cap) Engine Coolant R eservoir Radiator Cap Washer Fluid (Blue Cap) Engine Oil Dipsti ck (Orange Handle) Clutch Fluid (Light Gray Cap) Engine Oil Fill Cap Automatic transmission models Battery Manual transmis sion models A[...]

  • Page 268

    266 uu Main tenance Under the Hood u Maintenance Items Under the Hood Maintenanc e 2.4 ℓ engine models Engine Oil Dipstick (Orange Handle) Washer Flui d (Blue Cap) Engine Coolant Reserv oir Radiator Cap Brake Fluid (Black Cap) Engine Oil Fill Cap Clutch Fluid (Light Gray Cap) Battery[...]

  • Page 269

    267 uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Opening the Hood Maintenanc e Opening the Hood 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set the parking brake. 2. Pull the hood release handle under the lower left corner of the dashboard. u The hood will pop up sli ghtly. 3. Push up the hood latch lever in the center of the hood to release the lock mechanism,[...]

  • Page 270

    268 uu Main tenance Under the Hood u Recommended E ngine Oil Maintenanc e Recommended Engine Oil Oil is a major contribu tor to your engine's performance and longevity. If you driv e the vehicle with insufficient or deteriorated oil, the engine may fail o r be damaged. This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving and that it meets the Amer[...]

  • Page 271

    269 uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Oil Check Continued Maintenanc e Oil Check We recommend that you check the engine oil level every time you refuel. Park the vehicle on level grou nd. Wait approximately three minutes after turn ing the engine off be fore you check the oil. 1. Remove the dipstick (orange handle). 2. W ipe the dipstick with a clean[...]

  • Page 272

    270 uu Main tenance Under the Hood u Oil Check Maintenanc e 4. Remove the dipstic k again, and check the level. It should be between the upper and lower marks. Add oil if necessary. Upper Mark Lower Mar k 1.8 ℓ engine model s Upper Mark Lower Mark 2.4 ℓ engine model s[...]

  • Page 273

    271 uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Adding Engine O il Maintenanc e Adding Engine O il 1. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap. 2. Add oil slowly. 3. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and tighten it securely. 4. Wait for three minutes and recheck the engine oil dipstick. 1 Adding Engi ne Oil If any oil spills, wipe it up immediately. Sp ille[...]

  • Page 274

    272 uu Main tenance Under the Hood u Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter Maintenanc e Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter You must change the engine oil and oil filter regularly in order to maintain the engine's lubrication. The engine may be damaged if they are not c hanged regularly. Change the oil and filter in accordance with the mai[...]

  • Page 275

    273 uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter Continued Maintenanc e 4. Remove the drain bolt and washer from the bottom of the engine, and drain the oil into a suitable container. 1.8 ℓ engine model s Drain Bol t Washer All models 2.4 ℓ engine model s Drain Bolt Washer[...]

  • Page 276

    uu Main tenance Under the Hood u Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter 274 Maintenanc e 5. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the remaining oil. 6. Check that the filter gasket is not stuck to the engine contact surface. u If it is stuck, you must detach it. 7. Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the contact surface of the engine block, and inst[...]

  • Page 277

    275 uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Engine Coolant Continued Maintenanc e Engine Coolant This coolant is premixed with 50% an tifreeze and 50% water. Do not add any straight antifreeze or water. We recommend you check the engine cool ant level every time you refuel. Check the reserve tank first. If it is completely empty, also check the coolant lev[...]

  • Page 278

    uu Main tenance Under the Hood u Engine C oolant 276 Maintenanc e 1. Make sure the engi ne and radiator are cool. 2. Turn the radiator cap counterclockwise and relieve any pressure in the coolant system. Do not push the cap down when turning. 3. Push down and turn the radiator cap counterclockwise to remove it. 4. The coolant level should be up to [...]

  • Page 279

    277 uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Transmission Fluid Continued Maintenanc e Transmission Fluid Check the fluid level when the engine is at normal operating temperature. 1. Park on level grou nd, and start the engine. 2. Wait until the radiator fan starts and then turn off the engine. u Perform step 3 after waiting for about 60 seconds (less than [...]

  • Page 280

    uu Main tenance Under the Hood u Transmission Fluid 278 Maintenanc e Check the fluid level when the engine is at normal operating temperature. 1. Park the vehicle on level ground. 2. Remove the bolt s wi th a wrench, then carefully remove the under cover. 3. Remove the holding cl ip and the bolt, then bend down the front edge of the left side under[...]

  • Page 281

    279 uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Transmission Fluid Maintenanc e 4. Remove the transmission filler bolt and washer. Carefully feel inside the bolt hole with your fingers. u Check if the fluid level is up to the edge of the bolt hole. 5. If the fluid level is not up to the edge of the bolt hole, add Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it [...]

  • Page 282

    280 uu Main tenance Under the Hood u Brake/Clutch Flui d Maintenanc e Brake/Clutch Fluid Use the same fluid for both the brakes and clutch. The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir. The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir. Specified flui d: Honda Heavy Duty Bra[...]

  • Page 283

    281 uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Refilling Window Washer Fluid Maintenanc e Refilling Window Washer Fluid Check the amount of window washer fluid using the washer flui d level gauge on the cap. If the level is low, fi ll the washer reservoir. 1 Refilling Window Washer Fluid NOTICE Do not use engine antifr eeze or a vinegar/water solution in the [...]

  • Page 284

    282 Maintenanc e Replacing Light Bulbs Headlight Bulbs When replacing, use the following bul bs. 1. Push the tab to remove the coupler. 2. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove. 3. Insert a new bulb into the headlight assembly and turn it to the right. 4. Insert the coupler into the connector of the bulb. High beam he adlight: 60 W (HB3 for hal[...]

  • Page 285

    Continued 283 uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Headlight Bulbs Maintenanc e 1. Remove the holding clips (A). Push up the tab, and remove the cover of the air intake duct and its upper part. 1. Unlock the holding clips (B), then remove the cover of the air intake duct. Fold in the upper part of the air intake duct to get enough working space. ■ Low Beam[...]

  • Page 286

    uu Repl acing Light Bulbs u He adlight Bulbs 284 Maintenanc e 2. Remove the holdi ng clip (C) using a flat-tip screwdriver, then remove the upper part of the windshield washer reservoir. 1 Low B eam Headlights Press down the central pin until it clicks to unlo ck it. Push the central pin back to lock the clip. Then, insert the clip into the hole an[...]

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    285 uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Headlight Bulbs Maintenanc e 3. Push the tab to remove the coupler. 4. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove. 5. Insert a new bulb into the headlight assembly and turn it to the right. 6. Insert the coupler into the connector of the bulb. 1 Low Beam Head lights Insert a flat-tip screwdrive r, lift and remove the c[...]

  • Page 288

    286 uu Repl acing Light Bulbs u Fog Lig ht Bulbs * Maintenanc e Fog Light Bulbs * When replacing, use the following bul bs. 1. Insert a flat-tip screwdriver into the tab on the cover, then pull stra ight out as indicated to remove the cover. Fog Light: 55 W (H11 for halogen bulb type) Fog Light: 35 W (H8 for ha logen bulb type) 1 Fog L ight Bulbs *[...]

  • Page 289

    287 uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Fog Light Bulbs * Continued Maintenanc e 2. Remove the screws using a Phillips-head screwdriver and carefu lly pull the fog light assembly out of the bumper. 1.8 ℓ models 2.4 ℓ models Screws Screws[...]

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    288 uu Repl acing Light Bulbs u Fog Lig ht Bulbs * Maintenanc e 3. Push the tab to remove the coupler. 4. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove. 5. Insert a new bulb into the fog light assembly and turn it to the right. 6. Insert the coupler into the connector of the bulb. 1.8 ℓ models 2.4 ℓ models Tab Coupler Bulb Tab Coupler Bulb[...]

  • Page 291

    289 uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Front Turn Signal/Parki ng/Side Marker Light Bulbs Continued Maintenanc e Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs When replacing, use the following bulbs. 1. Turn the steering wheel all the w ay to the opposite side from the l ight being replaced . Passenge r side: Turn the steering wheel to the left. Driver[...]

  • Page 292

    290 uu Repl acing Light Bulbs u Front Turn Signal/Parking/ Side Marker Light Bulbs Maintenanc e 4. Turn the socket to th e lef t and remove it, then remove the old bulb. 5. Insert a new bulb. Bulb Socket All models[...]

  • Page 293

    291 uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Brake/ Taillight, Rear Turn Signal Light and Rear Side Marker Light Bulbs Maintenanc e Brake/Taillight, Rear Turn Signal Light and Rear Side Marker Light Bulb s When replacing, use the following bulbs. 1. Remove the holding clips using a flat-tip screwdriver, then pull the lining back. 2. Turn the socket to the left a[...]

  • Page 294

    292 uu Repl acing Light Bulbs u Taill ight and Back-Up Ligh t Bulbs Maintenanc e Taillight and Back-Up Light Bulbs When replacing, use the following bul bs. 1. Remove the screw from the center of the fastener using a Phil lips-head screwdriver. 2. Remove the holding c lips using a flat-tip screwdriver, then pu ll the lining back . 2 Brake/Taillight[...]

  • Page 295

    293 uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Rear License Plate Ligh t Bulbs Maintenanc e Rear License Plate Light Bulbs When replacing, use the following bulbs. 1. Remove the screw from the center of the fastener using a Phillips-head screwdriver. 2. Remove the holding clips using a flat-tip screwdriver, then pull the lining back. 3. Remove the license plate li[...]

  • Page 296

    294 uu Repl acing Light Bulbs u High- Mount Brake Light Bulb Maintenanc e High-Mount Brake Light Bulb When replacing, use the following bul b. 1. Open the trunk. 2. Turn the socket to the left and remove it. 3. Remove the old bulb and insert a new bulb. High-mount brake light bulbs are LED type . Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect and replace [...]

  • Page 297

    295 Continued Maintenanc e Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades Checking Wiper Blades If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated, it will leave streaks and the metal wiper arm may scratch the window glass. Changing the Wiper Blade Rubber 1. Lift the driver side wiper arm first, then the passenger side. 2. Place a cloth on the edge of the lock tab.[...]

  • Page 298

    296 uu Checki ng and Maintaining Wiper Blades u Changing the Wiper Blade Rubber Maintenanc e 4. Slide the wiper blade out from its holder by pulling the tabbed end out. 5. Remove the retainers from the rubber blade that has been remov ed, and mount to a new rubber blade. u Correctly align the r ubber protrusion and the retainer grooves. 6. Slide th[...]

  • Page 299

    297 Maintenanc e Checking and Maintaining Tires Checking Tires To safely operate your vehicle, your tire s must be of the proper type and size, in good condition with adequate tread, and prop erly inflated. ■ Inflation guideline s Properly inflated tires provide the be st combin ation of handli ng, tread life, and comfor t. Refer to the dr iver?[...]

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    298 uu Checki ng and Maintaining Tires u Tire and Loading I nformation Label Maintenanc e Tire and Loading Information Label The label attached to the driver’s doorjamb provides neces sary tire and loading information. Tire Labeling The tires that came on your ve hicle have a number of markings. Thos e you should be aware of are described below. [...]

  • Page 301

    299 uu Checking and Maintaining Tires u Tire Labeling Maintenanc e The tire identification number (TIN) is a group of numbers and letters that look like the example in the side column. TIN is located on the sidewall of the tire. Cold Tire Press ure – The tire air pressure when the vehicle has been parked for at least three hours or driven less th[...]

  • Page 302

    300 uu Checki ng and Maintaining Tires u DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Maintenanc e DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) The tires on your vehicle meet all U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. All tires are also graded for treadwear, traction, and temperature performance according to Department of Transportation (DOT) standard s. The fo[...]

  • Page 303

    301 uu Checking and Maintaini ng Tires u DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Maintenanc e The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C[...]

  • Page 304

    302 uu Checki ng and Maintaining Tires u Wear Indicators Maintenanc e Wear Indicators The groove where the wear indicator is located is 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) shallower than elsewhere on the tire. If the tread has worn so that the indicator is exposed, replace the t ire. Worn out tires have p oor traction on we t roads. Tire Service Life The life of yo[...]

  • Page 305

    303 uu Checking and Maintaining Tires u Tire and Wheel Replacement Maintenanc e Tire and Wheel Replacement Replace your tires with ra dials of the same size, lo ad range, speed rating, and maximum cold tire pressure rating (as shown on the tire’s sidewall). Using tires of a different size or construction can cause the ABS and VSA ® (vehicle stab[...]

  • Page 306

    304 uu Checki ng and Maintaining Tires u Tire Rotation Maintenanc e Tire Rotation Rotating tires according to the maintena nce messages on the information display * / i-MID * helps to distribute wear more evenly and increase tire life. ■ Tires wit hout rotation ma rks Rotate the tires as shown here. ■ Tires with rotation marks Rotate the tires [...]

  • Page 307

    305 uu Checking and Maintaining Tires u Winter Tires Maintenanc e Winter Tires If driving on snowy or frozen roads, mount all season marked M+S tires, snow tires, or tire chains; reduce speed ; and maintain suffici ent distance between vehicles when driving. Be particularly careful when operating the steering wheel or brakes to prevent skidding. Us[...]

  • Page 308

    306 Maintenanc e Battery Checking the Battery Check the battery conditio n monthly. Look at the test indicator window and check the terminals for corrosion. If your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead: • The audio system is disabled. 2 Reactivating th e audio system P. 152 2 Entering the audio security co de P. 152 • The clock *[...]

  • Page 309

    307 Maintenanc e Remote Transmitter Care * Replacing the Button Battery If the indicator does not come on when th e button is pressed, replace the battery. 1. Unscrew the cover wi th a small Phillips- head screwdriver. Pr ess a button to pry open the transmitter. 2. Open the keypad. u Separate the inner cover from the keypad by releasing the two ta[...]

  • Page 310

    308 Maintenanc e Heating an d Cooling System * /Climate Con trol System * Maintenan ce Dust and Pollen Filter * The heating and cooling system * /climate control system * is equipped with a dust and pollen filter that colle cts pollen, dust, and other debris in the air. The Maintenance Minder TM messages will let you know when to replace the filter[...]

  • Page 311

    309 Continued Maintenanc e Cleaning Interior Care Use a damp cloth with a mixture of mild detergent and warm water to remove dirt. Use a clean cloth to remove detergent residue. Use a soft brush with a mixture of mild soap and warm water to clean the seat belts. Let the belts air dry. Wipe the openings of the seat belt anchors using a clean cloth. [...]

  • Page 312

    uu Cl eaning u Interi or Ca re 310 Maintenanc e The driver’s floor mat hooks over the floor anchors, which keep the mat from sliding forward. To remove a mat for cleaning, turn the anchor knobs to the unlock position. When reinstalling the ma t after cleaning, turn the knobs to th e lock position. Do not put additi onal floor mats o n top of the [...]

  • Page 313

    311 uu Cleaning u Exterior Care Continued Maintenanc e Exterior C are Dust off the vehicle body after you drive. Regularly inspect your veh icle for scratc hes on painted surfaces. A scratch on a painted surface can result in body rust. If you find a scratch, promptly repair it. Wash the vehicle regularly. Wash m ore frequently when drivin g in the[...]

  • Page 314

    uu Cl eaning u Exterior Care 312 Maintenanc e A good coat of automotive body wax helps protect your vehic le’s paint from the elements. Wax will wear off over time and expose your vehicle’ s paint to the elements, so reapply as necessary. If you get gasoline, oil, en gine coolant, or battery fluid on resin coated parts , they may be stained or [...]

  • Page 315

    313 Handling the Unexpected This chapter explains how to handle unexpected tro ubles. Tools Types of Tools ................. ................. 314 If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire .................. ....... 315 Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire....... 322 Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ................. ....... 330 Jump Starting [...]

  • Page 316

    314 Handling the Unexpect ed Tools Types of Tools Models with compact spare tire 1 Types of Tools The tools were stored in the trunk. Wheel Nut Wrench/ Jack Handle Jack Jack Handle Bar[...]

  • Page 317

    315 Continued Handling the Unexpect ed If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering w heel firmly, and brake graduall y to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe pl ace. Replace the flat tire with a compact spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possibl e to have the full-size tire repaired or replaced. [...]

  • Page 318

    uu I f a Tire Goes Flat u Chang ing a Flat Tire 316 Handling the Unexpect ed 1. Open the trunk floor lid. 2. Take the tool case out of the trunk. Take the jack and w heel nut wrench ou t of the tool case. 3. Unscrew the w ing bolt , and re move th e spacer cone. Then, remove the spare tire. 4. Place a wheel block or rock in front and rear of the wh[...]

  • Page 319

    317 uu If a Tire Goes Flat u Changing a Fl at Tire Continued Handling the Unexpect ed 5. Place the compact spare tire (wheel side up) under the vehicle body, near the t ire that needs to be replaced. 6. Remove the center cap from the wheel with the jack handle bar. 7. Loosen each wheel nut about one turn using the wheel nut wrench. Models with 15 x[...]

  • Page 320

    uu I f a Tire Goes Flat u Chang ing a Flat Tire 318 Handling the Unexpect ed 1. Place the jack under the jacking point closest to the tire to be changed. 2. Turn the end bracket (as shown in the image) clockwise until the top of the jack contacts the jacking poi nt. u Make sure that the jacking point tab is resting in the jack notch. 3. Raise the v[...]

  • Page 321

    Continued 319 uu If a Tire Goes Flat u Changing a Fl at Tire Handling the Unexpect ed 1. Remove the wheel nuts and flat tire. 1. Remove the wheel nuts, wheel cover, and flat tire. 2. Wipe the mounting su rfaces of the wheel with a clean cloth. 3. Mount the compact spare tire. 4. Screw the wheel nuts un til they touch the lips around the mounting ho[...]

  • Page 322

    uu I f a Tire Goes Flat u Chang ing a Flat Tire 320 Handling the Unexpect ed 5. Lower the vehicl e and remove the jack. Tighten the wheel nuts in the order indicated in the image. Go around, tightening the nuts, two to three times in this order. Wheel nut torque: 80 lbf∙ft (108 N∙m, 11 kgf∙m) 1. Remove the center cap. 2. Place the flat tire f[...]

  • Page 323

    321 uu If a Tire Goes Flat u Changing a Fl at Tire Handling the Unexpect ed If you replace a flat tire with the spare tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator comes on while y ou are driving. After dr iving for a few miles (kilometers), the indicator will start blinking for a short time and then stay on. CHECK TPMS SYSTEM appears on the i-MID, bu[...]

  • Page 324

    322 uu I f a Tire Goes Flat u Temporaril y Repairing a Flat Ti re Handling the Unexpect ed Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire This vehicle is not equipped with a spare tire . If the tire has a large cut or is otherwise severely damaged, you will need to have the vehicle towed. If the tire only has a small puncture, from a nail fo r instance, you can[...]

  • Page 325

    Continued 323 uu If a Tire Goes Flat u Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire Handling the Unexpect ed 1. Open the trunk floor lid. 2. Take the kit out of the case. u Place the kit face up, on flat ground near the flat tire, and aw ay from traffic. Do not place the kit on its side. 1 Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair the Flat Tire When making a tempor[...]

  • Page 326

    uu I f a Tire Goes Flat u Temporaril y Repairing a Flat Ti re 324 Handling the Unexpect ed 1. Remove t he valve cap from the tire val ve stem. 2. Remove the sealant/air hose from the packaging. 3. Attach the sealant/ air hose onto the tire valve stem. Screw it until it is tight. ■ Injecting Se alant and Air 1 Injecting Sealant and Air In cold tem[...]

  • Page 327

    Continued 325 uu If a Tire Goes Flat u Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire Handling the Unexpect ed 4. Plug in the compresso r to the accessory power socket. u Be careful not to pinch the cord in a door or window. 5. Start the engine. u Keep the engine running while in jecting sealant and air. 2 Carbon Monoxi de Gas P. 62 6. Turn the selector switch [...]

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    uu I f a Tire Goes Flat u Temporaril y Repairing a Flat Ti re 326 Handling the Unexpect ed 10. Unplug the power plug from the accessory power socket. 11. Unscrew the sealant/ai r hose from the tire valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap. 12. Press the pressure reli ef button until the gauge returns 0 psi (0 kpa). 13. Apply the repair notification labe[...]

  • Page 329

    Continued 327 uu If a Tire Goes Flat u Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire Handling the Unexpect ed 4. Recheck the air pressure using the air only hose on the compressor. 5. Turn the selector switch to AIR ONLY . u Do not turn the ai r compressor on to check the pressure. 2 Inflating An U nder-inflated Tire P. 328 6. If the air pressure is: • Less [...]

  • Page 330

    uu I f a Tire Goes Flat u Temporaril y Repairing a Flat Ti re 328 Handling the Unexpect ed You can use the kit to inflate a non-punctured und er-inflated tire. 1. Open the trunk floor lid. 2 Getting Ready to Te mpor arily Repair the Flat Tire P. 322 2. Remove the kit from the case. u Place the kit on flat ground near the tire to be inflated, away f[...]

  • Page 331

    329 uu If a Tire Goes Flat u Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire Handling the Unexpect ed 7. Plug in the kit to the accessory power socket. u Be careful not to pinch the cord in a door or window. 8. Start the engine. u Keep the engine running while in jecting air. 2 Carbon Monoxi de Gas P. 62 9. Turn the selector switch to AI R ONLY . 10. Press the i[...]

  • Page 332

    330 Handling the Unexpect ed Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine If the engine does not start, check the starter. Starter condition Checklist Starter doesn’t turn or turns over slowly . The battery may be dead. Check each of the items on the right and respond accordingly. Check brightness of the interior light. Turn on interior lights and c[...]

  • Page 333

    331 Continued Handling the Unexpect ed Jump Starting Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lig hts. Turn off the engine, then open the hood. 1. Connect the first jumper cable to your vehicle's battery + terminal. 2. Connect the other end of the first jumper cable to the booster battery + terminal. u Use a 12-volt booster ba[...]

  • Page 334

    uu Jump Starting u 332 Handling the Unexpect ed 4. Connect the other end of the second jumper cable to the engine mounting bolt as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to any other part. 5. If your vehicle is con nected to another vehicle, start the assisting vehicle's engine and increas e its rpm sl ightly. 6. Attempt to start your vehicle[...]

  • Page 335

    333 uu Jump Starting u Handling the Unexpect ed Once your vehicle's engine has started, re move the jumper cabl es in the following order. 1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehi cle's ground. 2. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery - terminal. 3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehi cle's[...]

  • Page 336

    334 Handling the Unexpect ed Shift Lever Does Not Move Follow the procedure below if you canno t move the shift lever out of the ( P position. 1. Set the parking brake. 2. Remove the key from the ignition switch. 3. Wrap a cloth around the tip of a small flat- tip screwdriver. Put it into the shift lock release slot as shown in the image, and remov[...]

  • Page 337

    335 Continued Handling the Unexpect ed Overheating How to Handle Overheating Overheating symptoms are as follows: • The high temperature indicator comes on or the engin e suddenly loses power. • Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment. ■ First thing to do 1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place. 2. Turn off all accessories [...]

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    uu Overheating u How to H andle Overheating 336 Handling the Unexpect ed ■ Next thing to do 1. Check that the cooling fan is operating and stop the engine once the high temperature indicator goes off. u If the cooling fan is not operating, immediately stop the engine. 2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect the coolant level and check the coo[...]

  • Page 339

    337 Handling the Unexpect ed Indicator, Coming On/Blinking If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ■ Reason s for the indicato r to come on Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low. ■ What to do as soon as the indicato r comes on 1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place. 2. If necessary, turn the ha zard war ning lights on. ■ Wh[...]

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    338 uu I ndicator, Coming On/Blinking u If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks Handling the Unexpect ed If the Malfunction Indica tor Lamp Comes On or Blinks ■ Reasons for the indic ator lamp to come on or bli nk • Comes on when there is a problem with the engine emissions control system, or the fuel fill cap is missing, or loose.[...]

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    339 uu Indicator, Coming On/Blinking u If the Brake System Indicator Comes On Handling the Unexpect ed If the Brake System Indicator Comes On ■ Reason s for the indicato r to come on • The brake fluid is low. • There is a malfunction in the brake system. ■ What to do when the ind icator comes on while driving Press the brake pedal lightly t[...]

  • Page 342

    340 uu I ndicator, Coming On/Blinking u If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks Handling the Unexpect ed If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ■ Reasons for the in dicator to come on o r blink A tire pressure is significantly low. If there is a problem with the TPMS or the compact spare tire * is installed [...]

  • Page 343

    341 Continued Handling the Unexpect ed Fuses Fuse Locations If any electrical devices are not working, turn the ignition switch to LO CK ( 0 and check to see if any appl icable fuse is blown. Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push the tabs to open the box. Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box cover. Locate the fuse in question by the fuse[...]

  • Page 344

    342 uu Fuses u Fuse Locations Handling the Unexpect ed Located under the d ashboard. Fuse locations are shown on the label on the side panel. Locate the fuse in question by the fuse number and label number. ■ Circui t protect ed and fus e rating ■ Interior Fuse Box Fuse Lab el Circuit Prot ected Amps 1 HAC Option * (20 A) 2 ACG 10 A 3 SRS 10 A [...]

  • Page 345

    343 uu Fuses u I nspecting and Changing Fuses Handling the Unexpect ed Inspecting and Changing Fuses 1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK ( 0 . Turn headlights and all accessories off. 2. Remove the fuse box cover. 3. Check the large fuse in the engine compartment. u If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head screwdriver to remo ve the screw and repl[...]

  • Page 346

    344 Handling the Unexpect ed Emergency Towing Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicl e. ■ Flat bed equip ment The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a t ruck. This is the best way to transpo rt your vehicle. ■ Wheel lif t equipment The tow truck uses two pivoti ng arms that go under the fr ont tires and lift t[...]

  • Page 347

    345 Information This chapter includes yo ur vehicle's specifications, lo cations of identification nu mbers, and other information required by regulation. Specifications .......... .................... ...... 346 Identification Numb ers Vehicle Identification N umber (VIN) ...... 350 Engine Number and Transm ission Number ................ ....[...]

  • Page 348

    346 Informatio n Specifications ■ Vehicle Specificat ions *1: LX, HF and Canadian DX models *2: EX, U.S. EX-L and Canadian Touring models Model Honda Civic 4-Door No. of Passengers: Front 2 Rear 3 Total 5 Weights: Gross Vehicle Weight Rati ng U.S.: 3,660 lbs (1,660 kg) *1 Canada: 1,660 kg *1 U.S.: 3,792 lbs (1,720 kg) *2 Canada: 1,720 kg *2 Gross[...]

  • Page 349

    347 uu Specificati ons u Continued Informatio n ■ Brake/Clutch Fluid ■ Automatic Transm ission Fluid ■ Manual Transm ission Fluid Specified Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 Specified Honda ATF DW-1 (automatic transmission fluid) Capacity Change 2.5 US qt ( 2.4 ℓ) Specified Hond a Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity Change 1.5 US qt ( 1.4 ?[...]

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    348 uu Specifications u Informatio n ■ Vehicle Specificat ions Model Honda Civic 4-Door No. of Passengers: Front 2 Rear 3 Total 5 Weights: Gross Vehicle Weight Rati ng U.S.: 3,925 lbs (1,780 kg) Canada: 1,780 kg Gross Axle Weight Rating ( Front) U.S.: 2,117 lbs (960 kg) Canada: 960 kg Gross Axle Weight Rating (Rea r) U.S.: 1,830 lbs (830 kg) Cana[...]

  • Page 351

    349 uu Specificati ons u Informatio n ■ Brake/Clutch Fluid ■ Manual Transm ission Fluid Specified Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 Specified Hond a Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity Change 2.0 US qt ( 1.9 ℓ) ■ Engine Oil ■ Engine Coolant Recommended ·Genuine Hond a Motor Oil 0W-20 ·API Premium- grade 0W-20 detergent oil Capacity Chan[...]

  • Page 352

    350 Informatio n Identification Numbers Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Your vehicle has a 17-digit vehicle identification number (VIN) used to register y our vehicle for warranty purposes, and for licen sing and insuring yo ur vehicle. See the image below for the VIN locations. Engine Number and Transmission Number See the image below for the [...]

  • Page 353

    351 Informatio n Devices that Emit Radio Waves The following products and systems on your vehi cle emit radio waves when in operation. Each of the above complies with the appr opriate requirements or the required standards of FCC (Federal Communicat ions Commission) and Industry Canada Standard, described below: As required by the FCC: This device [...]

  • Page 354

    352 Informatio n Reporting Safety Defects In the U.S. If you believe that your vehicle has a defect whi ch co uld cause a crash or could cause in jury or death, you should immediately inform the Na tional Highway Traffic Safety Admi nistration (NHTS A) in addition to notifying American Honda Motor Co., I nc. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it[...]

  • Page 355

    353 Continued Informatio n Emissions Testing Testing of Readiness Codes Your vehicle uses “readiness codes,” as pa rt of its onbo ard self diagno stic system. Some states refer to these codes during te sting to see if your vehicle's emissi ons components are working properl y. The codes may not be read if you go throug h the testing just a[...]

  • Page 356

    354 uu Emissions Testing u Testing of Readiness C odes Informatio n 7. Select a nearby, lightly traveled major highway where you can maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) fo r at least 20 minutes. Drive o n the highway in ( D (automatic) or 5th (manual). Do not us e cruise control. When traffic allows, drive for 90 seconds without moving[...]

  • Page 357

    355 Continued Informatio n Warranty Coverages ■ U.S. Owners Your new vehicle is co vered by these warranties: New Vehicle Limited Warrant y – covers your new vehicle, except for the emissions control systems and accesso ri es, against defects in materials and workmanship. Emissions Cont rol Systems Def ects Warrant y and Emissions Per formance [...]

  • Page 358

    356 uu Warranty Coverages u Informatio n Replaceme nt Battery Limited War ranty – provides prorated coverage for a replacement battery purchased from a dealer. Replacement Muffler Lifetime Limit ed Warranty – provides coverage for as long as the purchaser of the muffler owns the vehicle. Restrictions and exclusio ns apply to al l these warranti[...]

  • Page 359

    357 Informatio n Authorized Manuals ■ Service Express For electronic cop ies of service publications, you can purchase a subscrip tion to Service Express. Visit www.te chinfo.ho nda.com for pricing and opti ons. ■ For U.S. Owne rs: Manuals can be purchased from Helm Incorporated. You can order a manual by phone at (800) 782-4356 (cred it card o[...]

  • Page 360

    358 Informatio n Customer Service Information Honda dealership personnel are trained professionals. They should be able to answer all your questions. If you encounter a problem that your dealership does not solve to your satisfaction , please discuss it wi th the dealership's service manager or general ma nager. If you are dissatisfied with th[...]

  • Page 361

    Index 359 Index Index A ABS (Anti-lock Br ake System) .................. 243 Accessories and Modifi cations ........ ........ 251 Accessory Power Sockets .................... ..... 139 Additives Coolant ...................... .................... ........ 275 Engine Oil .............. .................... ............. 268 Washer ................ .[...]

  • Page 362

    360 Index Brake System .................... .................... ..... 241 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 243 Brake Assist System ........... .................... .. 244 Fluid ............. ..................... .................... .. 280 Foot Brake ......................... .................... .. 242 Indicator .......... ......[...]

  • Page 363

    361 Index Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside............ .................... ... 101 Lockout Prevention System .................. ... 102 DOT Tire Quality Grading ........... ............. 300 Driving ........ .................. .................... ........ 213 Automatic Transmission ........... ............... 226 Braking .............[...]

  • Page 364

    362 Index Gauges ..... .................... .................... ............ 77 Gear Shift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission ...................... ..... 227 Manual Transmission ................... ............ 230 Glass (care) ................ .................... ............ 312 Glove Box ....................... .................... ......[...]

  • Page 365

    363 Index Information ........... .................... ............... 345 Information Display .......... .................... ..... 79 Instant Fuel Economy .......... ................ 77, 84 Instrument Panel ............. ...................... ..... 65 Brightness Control ..................... ............. 123 intelligen t Mult i-Inform ation Di [...]

  • Page 366

    364 Index MP3 .......... .................... .............. 155, 162, 170 N Numbers (Identificatio n) ................ .......... 350 O Odometer .................. ...................... ...... 79, 82 Oil (Engi ne) ................. .................... .......... 268 Adding ............... .................... ................. 271 Checking .....[...]

  • Page 367

    365 Index Select Lever ........... .......... ........... 16 , 227, 229 Operation ......... .................... .... 16, 228, 229 Releasing .................. .................... .......... 334 Won’t Move ..... .................... .................. 334 Select/Reset Kn ob ........... .................... . 79, 82 Selecting a Child Seat .......[...]