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Contents

Owner's Identification Form Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... i A Few Words About Safety ................................................................................................................. ii

Important Handling Information .....................................................................................................iii

Your Vehicle at a Glance .....................................................................................................................3 Driver and Passenger Safety ..............................................................................................................5 Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System. Instruments and Controls ................................................................................................................. 53Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls. Comfort and Convenience Features .............................................................................................. 97How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features. Before Driving.................................................................................................................................. 129What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo. Driving .............................................................................................................................................. 143The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................... 171 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.

Taking Care of the Unexpected ...................................................................................................... 207This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them. Technical Information..................................................................................................................... 231ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada) ................................................................ 243A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us. Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)...................................................................................................... 247How to order manuals and other technical literature. Index...................................................................................................................................................... I

Service Information Summary A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.

This owner’s manual should be considereda permanent part of the vehicle and shouldremain with the vehicle when it is sold.

This owner’s manual covers all models ofthe CR-V. You may find descriptions ofequipment and features that are not on yourparticular vehicle.

The information and specifications includedin this publication were in effect at the timeof approval for printing. Honda Motor Co.,Ltd. reserves the right, however, todiscontinue or change specifications ordesign at any time without notice andwithout incurring any obligation whatsoever.

Owner’s Identif ication

POUR CLIENTS CANADIENAVIS IMPORTANT: Si vous avezbesoin d’un Manuel du Conducteuren français, veuillez demander àvotre concessionnaire decommander le numéro de pièce33S9AC40

OWNER

ADDRESS

V. I. N.

DELIVERY DATE

DEALER NAME DEALER NO.

ADDRESS

OWNER’S SIGNATURE

DEALER’S SIGNATURE

STREET

CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/POSTAL CODE

(Date sold to original retail purchaser)

STREET

CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/POSTAL CODE

One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is toread this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls andconvenience items. Afterwards, keep this owner’s manual in your vehicle soyou can refer to it at any time.

Several warranties protect your new vehicle. Read the warranty bookletthoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rightsand responsibilities.

Maintaining your vehicle according to the schedules given in this manualhelps to keep your driving trouble-free while it preserves your investment.When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in mind that your dealer’s staffis specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to your vehicle.Your dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answerany questions and concerns.

As you read this manual, you willfind information that is preceded bya symbol. Thisinformation is intended to help youavoid damage to your vehicle, otherproperty, or the environment.

California Proposition 65 Warning

This product containsor emits chemicals known to thestate of California to cause cancerand birth defects or otherreproductive harm.

Event Data Recorders

This vehicle is equipped with one ormore recording devices commonlyreferred to as event data recordersor sensing and diagnostic modules.

Congratulations! Your selection of a 2006 Honda CR-V was a wiseinvestment. It will give you years of driving pleasure.

Introduction

WARNING:

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Your safety, and the safety of others,is very important. And operating thisvehicle safely is an importantresponsibility.

To help you make informeddecisions about safety, we haveprovided operating procedures andother information on labels and inthis manual. This information alertsyou to potential hazards that couldhurt you or others.

Of course, it is not practical orpossible to warn you about all thehazards associated with operating ormaintaining your vehicle. You mustuse your own good judgement.

You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms,including:

This entire book is filled with important safety information please read itcarefully.

how to use this vehicle correctly and safely.such as Driver and Passenger Safety.

such as Important Safety Reminders or ImportantSafety Precautions.

These signal words mean:

preceded by a safety alert symbol and one ofthree signal words: , , or .

on the vehicle.

A Few Words About Safety

InstructionsSafety Section

Safety Headings

Safety MessagesSafety Labels

DANGER WARNING CAUTION

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You CAN be HURT if you don’t followinstructions.

You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLYHURT if you don’t follow instructions.

You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLYHURT if you don’t follow instructions.

Your CR-V has higher ground clearance than a passenger vehicle designed for use only on pavement. Higher groundclearance has many advantages for off-highway driving. It allows you to travel over bumps, obstacles, and roughterrain. It also provides good visibility so you can anticipate problems earlier.

These advantages come at some cost. Because your vehicle is taller and rides higher off the ground, it has a highcenter of gravity. This means your vehicle can tip or roll over if you make abrupt turns. Utility vehicles have asignificantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantlymore likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. As a reminder, make sure you and your passengers always wearseat belts.

For information on how to reduce the risk of rollover, read ‘‘Driving Guidelines’’ on page of this manual and thesection on page . Failure to operate your vehicle correctly might result in loss of

control or an accident.

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Important Handling Information

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MIRROR CONTROLS

HOOD RELEASE HANDLEFUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE

A/T model is shown.

HATCH GLASS RELEASEBUTTON

POWER WINDOWSWITCHES(P.86)

(P.89)POWER DOOR LOCKMASTER SWITCH(P.73)

(P.74)

(P.95)

(P.98)

(P.68)

(P.67)

FRONT PASSENGERAIRBAG

HAZARD WARNINGBUTTON

HEATING/COOLINGCONTROLS

ACCESSORY POWERSOCKET

PARKING BRAKE

AUDIO SYSTEM

MANUAL TRANSMISSION

(P.9 , 23)DRIVER’S FRONTAIRBAG

INSTRUMENT PANELINDICATORS (P.55)GAUGES (P.61)

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

PASSENGER AIRBAG OFFINDICATOR(P.30)

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(P.161)(P.159)

(P.103)

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To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.If equipped.

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HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS

REAR WINDOWDEFOGGER

WINDSHIELDWIPERS/WASHERS

AUDIO SYSTEM

HAZARD WARNINGBUTTON

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(P.88)

(P.68)

PASSENGER AIRBAGOFF INDICATOR(P.30)

(P.67)

SHIFT LEVER (A/T)INSTRUMENT PANELBRIGHTNESS(P.67) CLOCK

(P.65)

(P.135)

(P.171)

(P.161)

(P.137)

HORNCRUISE CONTROLMASTER BUTTON(P.138)

MOONROOF SWITCH

A/T model is shown.

STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT(P.69)

CRUISE CONTROLBUTTONS (P.138)

PARKING BRAKE(P.68)

REMOTE AUDIOCONTROLS

VEHICLE STABILITYASSIST (VSA) SYSTEMON/OFF SWITCH

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This section gives you importantinformation about how to protectyourself and your passengers. Itshows you how to use seat belts. Itexplains how your airbags work. Andit tells you how to properly restraininfants and children in your vehicle.

.........Important Safety Precautions . 6.......Your Vehicle’s Safety Features . 7

.........Protecting Adults and Teens . 11.....1. Close and Lock the Doors . 11

...........2. Adjust the Front Seats . 11............3. Adjust the Seat-Backs . 12

...4. Adjust the Head Restraints . 135. Fasten and Position the

.............................Seat Belts . 146. Maintain a Proper Sitting

................................Position . 15.....Advice for Pregnant Women . 16...Additional Safety Precautions . 17

Additional Information About.......................Your Seat Belts . 18

..Seat Belt System Components . 18......................Lap/Shoulder Belt . 18

Automatic Seat Belt...............................Tensioners . 19

...............Seat Belt Maintenance . 20Additional Information About

...........................Your Airbags . 21......Airbag System Components . 21

How Your Front Airbags.........................................Work . 23

...How Your Side Airbags Work . 26How Your Side Curtain

..........................Airbags Work . 28..How the SRS Indicator Works . 29

How the Side Airbag Off......................Indicator Works . 29

How the Passenger Airbag...............Off Indicator Works . 30

.............................Airbag Service . 30...Additional Safety Precautions . 31

Protecting Children General................................Guidelines . 32

All Children Must Be...............................Restrained . 32

All Children Should Sit in a.................................Back Seat . 33

The Passenger’s Front Airbag.........Can Pose Serious Risks . 33

If You Must Drive with Several...................................Children . 35

If a Child Requires Close..................................Attention . 35

...Additional Safety Precautions . 35Protecting Infants and Small

...................................Children . 37.......................Protecting Infants . 37

.........Protecting Small Children . 38.....................Selecting a Child Seat . 39....................Installing a Child Seat . 40

...............................With LATCH . 41.........With a Lap/Shoulder Belt . 43

..............................With a Tether . 45...........Protecting Larger Children . 46

...............Checking Seat Belt Fit . 47..................Using a Booster Seat . 47

When Can a Larger Child Sit in.........................................Front . 48

...Additional Safety Precautions . 49.............Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 50

...................................Safety Labels . 51

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You’ll find many safetyrecommendations throughout thissection, and throughout this manual.The recommendations on this pageare the ones we consider to be themost important.

A seat belt is your best protection inall types of collisions. Airbags aredesigned to supplement seat belts,not replace them. So even thoughyour vehicle is equipped with airbags,make sure you and your passengersalways wear your seat belts, andwear them properly (see page ).

Alcohol and driving don’t mix. Evenone drink can reduce your ability torespond to changing conditions, andyour reaction time gets worse with

every additional drink. So don’t drinkand drive, and don’t let your friendsdrink and drive, either.

While airbags can save lives, theycan cause serious or fatal injuries tooccupants who sit too close to them,or are not properly restrained.Infants, young children, and shortadults are at the greatest risk. Besure to follow all instructions andwarnings in this manual.

Children age 12 and under shouldride properly restrained in a backseat, not the front seat. Infants andsmall children should be restrainedin a child seat. Larger childrenshould use a booster seat and a lap/shoulder belt until they can use thebelt properly without a booster seat(see pages ).

Excessive speed is a major factor incrash injuries and deaths. Generally,the higher the speed, the greater therisk, but serious injuries can alsooccur at lower speeds. Never drivefaster than is safe for currentconditions, regardless of themaximum speed posted.

Having a tire blowout or amechanical failure can be extremelyhazardous. To reduce the possibilityof such problems, check your tirepressures and condition frequently,and perform all regularly scheduledmaintenance (see page ).

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Important Safety Precautions

Always Wear Your Seat Belt

Don’t Drink and Drive

Be Aware of Airbag Hazards

Restrain All Children

Control Your Speed

Keep Your Vehicle in SafeCondition

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Your vehicle is equipped with manyfeatures that work together toprotect you and your passengersduring a crash.

However, you and your passengerscan’t take full advantage of thesefeatures unless you remain sitting ina proper position and

. In fact, some safetyfeatures can contribute to injuries ifthey are not used properly.

The following pages explain how youcan take an active role in protectingyourself and your passengers.

Some features do not require anyaction on your part. These include astrong steel framework that forms asafety cage around the passengercompartment, front and rear crushzones, a collapsible steering column,and tensioners that tighten the frontseat belts in a crash.

Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

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(1) Safety Cage(2) Crush Zones(3) Seats and Seat-Backs(4) Head Restraints(5) Collapsible Steering Column(6) Seat Belts(7) Front Airbags(8) Side Airbags(9) Side Curtain Airbags(10) Door Locks(11) Front Seat Belt Tensioners

Your vehicle is equipped with seatbelts in all seating positions.

Seat belts are the single mosteffective safety device for adults andlarger children. (Infants and smallerchildren must be properly restrainedin child seats.)

Not wearing a seat belt properlyincreases the chance of seriousinjury or death in a crash, eventhough your vehicle has airbags.

In addition, most states and allCanadian provinces require you towear seat belts.

When properly worn, seat belts:

Help protect you in almost everytype of crash, including frontal,side, and rear impacts androllovers.

Keep you connected to the vehicleso you can take advantage of thevehicle’s built-in safety features.

Always wear your seat belt, andmake sure you wear it properly.

Of course, seat belts cannotcompletely protect you in everycrash. But in most cases, seat beltscan reduce your risk of seriousinjury.

Help keep you in a good positionshould the airbags ever deploy. Agood position reduces the risk ofinjury from an inflating airbag andallows you to get the bestadvantage from the airbag.

Keep you from being thrown outof the vehicle.

Help keep you from being thrownagainst the inside of the vehicleand against other occupants.

Your seat belt system also includesan indicator on the instrument paneland a beeper to remind you and yourpassengers to fasten your seat belts.


Seat Belts

Why Wear Seat Belts

What You Should Do:

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Not wearing a seat belt properlyincreases the chance of seriousinjury or death in a crash, eventhough your vehicle has airbags.

Be sure you and yourpassengers always wear seatbelts and wear them properly.

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Your vehicle has a supplementalrestraint system (SRS) with frontairbags to help protect the heads andchests of the driver and a front seatpassenger during a moderate tosevere frontal collision (see page

for more information on howyour front airbags work).

Your vehicle has side airbags to helpprotect the upper torso of the driveror a front seat passenger during amoderate to severe side impact (seepage for more information on howyour side airbags work).

Your vehicle also has side curtainairbags to help protect the heads ofthe driver, front passenger, andpassengers in the outer rear seatingpositions during a moderate tosevere side impact (see page formore information on how your sidecurtain airbags work).

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The most important things you needto know about your airbags are:

They are designed to supplementthe seat belts.

To dotheir job, airbags must inflate withtremendous force. So whileairbags help save lives, they cancause minor injuries or moreserious or even fatal injuries ifoccupants are not properlyrestrained or sitting properly.

Always wearyour seat belt properly, and situpright and as far back from thesteering wheel as possible whileallowing full control of the vehicle. Afront passenger should move theirseat as far back from the dashboardas possible.

The rest of this section gives moredetailed information about how youcan maximize your safety.

Remember, however, that no safetysystem can prevent all injuries ordeaths that can occur in a severecrash, even when seat belts areproperly worn and the airbags deploy.


Airbags do not replace seat belts.

Airbags offer no protection in rearimpacts, or minor frontal or sidecollisions.

Airbags can pose hazards.

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After everyone has entered thevehicle, be sure the doors are closedand locked.

Locking the doors reduces thechance of someone being thrown outof the vehicle during a crash, and ithelps prevent passengers fromaccidentally opening a door andfalling out.

Locking the doors also helps preventan outsider from unexpectedlyopening a door when you come to astop.

See page for how to lock thedoors.

The following pages provideinstructions on how to properlyprotect the driver, adult passengers,and teenage children who are largeenough and mature enough to driveor ride in the front.

See pages for importantguidelines on how to properlyprotect infants, small children, andlarger children who ride in yourvehicle.

Adjust the driver’s seat as far to therear as possible while allowing you tomaintain full control of the vehicle.Have a front passenger adjust theirseat as far to the rear as possible.

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Close and Lock the Doors Adjust the Front SeatsIntroduction 1. 2.

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If you sit too close to the steeringwheel or dashboard, you can beseriously injured by an inflating frontairbag, or by striking the steeringwheel or dashboard.

Adjust the driver’s seat-back to acomfortable, upright position,leaving ample space between yourchest and the airbag cover in thecenter of the steering wheel.

Passengers with adjustable seat-backs should also adjust their seat-back to a comfortable, uprightposition.

Once your seat is adjusted correctly,rock it back and forth to make surethe seat is locked in position.

See page for how to adjust thefront seats.

The National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration and TransportCanada recommend that driversallow at least 10 inches (25 cm)between the center of the steeringwheel and the chest. In addition toadjusting the seat, you can adjust thesteering wheel up and down (seepage ).

If you cannot get far enough awayfrom the steering wheel and stillreach the controls, we recommendthat you investigate whether sometype of adaptive equipment may help.

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Sitting too close to a frontairbag can result in seriousinjury or death if the frontairbags inflate.

Always sit as far back from thefront airbags as possible.

Properly adjusted head restraintswill help protect occupants fromwhiplash and other crash injuries.

See page for how to adjust thehead restraints.

Have passengers with adjustablehead restraints adjust their restraintsproperly as well. Taller personsshould adjust their restraint as highas possible.

Adjust the driver’s head restraint sothe back of your head rests againstthe center of the restraint.

Reclining a seat-back so that theshoulder part of the belt no longerrests against the occupant’s chestreduces the protective capability ofthe belt. It also increases the chanceof sliding under the belt in a crashand being seriously injured. Thefarther a seat-back is reclined, thegreater the risk of injury.

See page for how to adjust theseat-backs.

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Improperly positioning headrestraints reduces theireffectiveness and you can beseriously injured in a crash.

Make sure head restraints arein place and positioned properlybefore driving.

Reclining the seat-back too farcan result in serious injury ordeath in a crash.

Adjust the seat-back to anupright position, and sit wellback in the seat.

This spreads the forces of a crashover the strongest bones in yourupper body.

If the seat belt touches or crossesyour neck, or if it crosses your arminstead of your shoulder, you need toadjust the seat belt anchor height.

Position the lap part of the belt aslow as possible across your hips,then pull up on the shoulder part ofthe belt so the lap part fits snugly.This lets your strong pelvic bonestake the force of a crash and reducesthe chance of internal injuries.

If necessary, pull up on the belt againto remove any slack, then check thatthe belt rests across the center ofyour chest and over your shoulder.

Insert the latch plate into the buckle,then tug on the belt to make sure thebelt is securely latched. Check thatthe belt is not twisted, because atwisted belt can cause seriousinjuries in a crash.

The seat belt in the center positionof the back seat can be unlatchedand retracted to allow the back seatto be folded up or down. See page

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Improperly positioning the seatbelts can cause serious injuryor death in a crash.

Make sure all seat belts areproperly positioned beforedriving.

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After all occupants have adjustedtheir seats and put on seat belts, it isvery important that they continue tosit upright, well back in their seats,with their feet on the floor, until thevehicle is parked and the engine isoff.

Sitting improperly can increase thechance of injury during a crash. Forexample, if an occupant slouches,lies down, turns sideways, sitsforward, leans forward or sideways,or puts one or both feet up, thechance of injury during a crash isgreatly increased.

The front seats have adjustable seatbelt anchors. To adjust the height ofan anchor, press and hold the releasebuttons, and slide the anchor up ordown as needed (it has fourpositions).

This could causevery serious injuries in a crash.

See page for additionalinformation about your seat beltsand how to take care of them.

Using a seatbelt that is not working properly canresult in serious injury or death.Have your dealer check the belt assoon as possible.

If a seat belt does not seem to workproperly, it may not protect theoccupant in a crash.

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Maintain a Proper SittingPosition

6.Never place the shoulder portion of alap/shoulder belt under your arm orbehind your back.

No one should sit in a seat with aninoperative seat belt.

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RELEASE BUTTONS

If you are pregnant, the best way toprotect yourself and your unbornchild when driving or riding in avehicle is to always wear a seat belt,and keep the lap part of the belt aslow as possible across the hips.

When driving, remember to situpright and adjust the seat as farback as possible while allowing fullcontrol of the vehicle. When ridingas a front passenger, adjust the seatas far back as possible.

This will reduce the risk of injuriesto both you and your unborn childthat can be caused by a crash or aninflating front airbag.

Each time you have a checkup, askyour doctor if it’s okay for you todrive.

In addition, an occupant who is out ofposition in the front seat can beseriously or fatally injured in a crashby striking interior parts of thevehicle or being struck by aninflating front airbag.


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Sitting improperly or out ofposition can result in seriousinjury or death in a crash.

Always sit upright, well back inthe seat, with your feet on thefloor.

If they do, theycould be very seriously injured in acrash.

A passenger who is notwearing a seat belt during a crashor emergency stop can be thrownagainst the inside of the vehicle,against other occupants, or out ofthe vehicle.


Devices intended to improveoccupant comfort or reposition theshoulder part of a seat belt canreduce the protective capability ofthe belt and increase the chance ofserious injury in a crash.

Carrying hard or sharpobjects on your lap, or driving witha pipe or other sharp object inyour mouth, can result in injuriesif your front airbag inflates.

Objects onthe covers marked ‘‘SRS AIRBAG’’could interfere with the properoperation of the airbags or bepropelled inside the vehicle andhurt someone if the airbags inflate.

If yourhands or arms are close to anairbag cover, they could be injuredif the airbag inflates.

If a side airbag or aside curtain airbag inflates, a cupholder or other solid objectattached on or near the door couldbe propelled inside the vehicle andhurt someone.

Additional Safety Precautions


Never let passengers ride in thecargo area or on top of a folded-down back seat.

Passengers should not stand up orchange seats while the vehicle ismoving.

Two people should never use thesame seat belt.

Do not put any accessories on seatbelts.

Do not place hard or sharp objectsbetween yourself and a frontairbag.

Do not attach or place objects onthe front airbag covers.

Keep your hands and arms awayfrom the airbag covers.

Do not attach solid objects on ornear a door.

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Your seat belt system includes lap/shoulder belts in all five seatingpositions. The front seat belts arealso equipped with automatic seatbelt tensioners. To fasten the belt, insert the latch

plate into the buckle, then tug on thebelt to make sure the buckle islatched (see page for how toproperly position the belt).

To unlock the belt, press the redPRESS button on the buckle. Guidethe belt across your body so that itretracts completely. After exiting thevehicle, be sure the belt is out of theway and will not get closed in thedoor.

All seat belts have an emergencylocking retractor. In normal driving,the retractor lets you move freely inyour seat while it keeps sometension on the belt. During a collisionor sudden stop, the retractorautomatically locks the belt to helprestrain your body.

If the shoulder part of the belt ispulled all the way out, the lockingmechanism will activate. The beltwill retract, but it will not allow thepassenger to move freely.

The lap/shoulder belt goes overyour shoulder, across your chest,and across your hips.

The seat belts in all positions exceptthe driver’s have an additionallocking mechanism that must beactivated to secure a child seat (seepage ).

To deactivate the lockingmechanism, unlatch the buckle andlet the seat belt fully retract. Torefasten the seat belt, pull it out onlyas far as needed.

The seat belt systemincludes an indicator on the

instrument panel and a beeper toremind you to fasten your seat belt.

If you turn the ignition switch to theON (II) position before fasteningyour seat belt, the beeper will sound,and the indicator will flash.If you do not fasten your seat beltbefore the beeper stops, theindicator will stop flashing butremain on.

If you continue driving withoutfastening your seat belt, the beeperwill sound and the indicator will flashagain at regular intervals.

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The lap/shoulder belt in the centerseating position on the rear seat isequipped with a detachable anchorthat has two parts: a small latch plateand an anchor buckle.

For added protection, the front seatbelts are equipped with automaticseat belt tensioners. When activated,the tensioners immediately tightenthe belts to help hold the driver anda front passenger in place.The detachable anchor should

normally be latched whenever theseat-backs are in an upright position.For more information about thedetachable anchors (see page ).

When the tensioners are activated,the seat belts will remain tight untilthey are unbuckled in the normalmanner.

The tensioners are designed toactivate in any collision severeenough to cause the front airbags todeploy, or if a sensor detects yourvehicle is about to rollover (see page

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The tensioners can also be activatedduring a collision in which the frontairbags . In this case, theairbags would not be needed, but theadditional restraint could be helpful.

If a side curtain airbag deploysduring a side impact, the tensioneron that side of the vehicle will alsodeploy.

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DETACHABLE ANCHOR

For safety, you should check thecondition of your seat belts regularly.

The dealer should also inspect theanchors for damage and replacethem if needed. If the automatic seatbelt tensioners activate during acrash, they must be replaced.

If a seat belt is worn during a crash,it must be replaced by your dealer. Abelt that has been worn during acrash may not provide the same levelof protection in a subsequent crash.

Honda provides a lifetime warrantyon seat belts for U.S. models. Seeyourbooklet for details.

Pull each belt out fully, and look forfrays, cuts, burns, and wear. Checkthat the latches work smoothly andthe belts retract easily. If a belt doesnot retract easily, cleaning the beltmay correct the problem (see page

). Any belt that is not in goodcondition or working properly willnot provide good protection andshould be replaced as soon aspossible.

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Not checking or maintainingseat belts can result in seriousinjury or death if the seat beltsdo not work properly whenneeded.

Check your seat belts regularly,and have any problemcorrected as soon as possible.

Your airbag system includes:

Two SRS (supplemental restraintsystem) front airbags. The driver’sairbag is stored in the center ofthe steering wheel; the frontpassenger’s airbag is stored in thedashboard. Both are marked ‘‘SRSAIRBAG’’ (see page ).

Two side airbags, one for thedriver and one for a frontpassenger. The airbags are storedin the outer edges of the seat-backs. Both are marked ‘‘SIDEAIRBAG’’ (see page ).

Two side curtain airbags, one foreach side of the vehicle. Theairbags are stored in the ceiling,above the side windows. The frontand rear pillars are marked ‘‘SIDECURTAIN AIRBAG’’ (see page

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Additional Information About Your Airbags

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(16)(6) Driver’s Seat Position Sensor(7) Front Passenger’s Weight Sensors(8) Front Impact Sensors(9) Passenger Airbag Off Indicator(10) Side Impact Sensors(11) Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) Sensors(12) Front Passenger’s Weight Sensor Unit(13) SRS Indicator(14) Roll Rate Sensor(15) Side Impact Sensors(16) Seat Belt Buckle Tensioners

(1) Driver’s Airbag(2) Front Passenger’s Airbag(3) Control Unit(4) Front Seat Belt Tensioners(5) Side Airbags

Automatic front seat belttensioners (see page ).

Sensors that can detect amoderate to severe front impact orside impact.

Sensors that can detect whether achild is in the passenger’s sideairbag path and automatically turnthe airbag off (see page ).

A driver’s seat position sensor thatmonitors the distance of the seatfrom the front airbag. If the seat istoo far forward, the airbag willinflate with less force (see page

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Weight sensors that monitor theweight on the front passenger’sseat. These automatically turn offthe passenger’s front airbag ifthey detect an infant or small childmay be in the seat (see page ).

An indicator on the dashboard thatalerts you that the passenger’sfront airbag has been turned off(see page ).

Emergency backup power in caseyour vehicle’s electrical system isdisconnected in a crash.

An indicator on the instrumentpanel that alerts you that thepassenger’s side airbag has beenturned off (see page ).

A sophisticated electronic systemthat continually monitors andrecords information about thesensors, the control unit, theairbag activators, the seat belttensioners, and driver and frontpassenger seat belt use when theignition switch is in the ON (II)position.

A rollover sensor that monitorsthe degree and rate your vehiclemay roll over and automaticallydeploy the side curtain airbags andactivate the front seat belttensioners if needed (see page ).

An indicator on the instrumentpanel that alerts you to a possibleproblem with your airbags,sensors, or seat belt tensioners(see page ).

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During a frontal crash, your seat beltrestrains your lower body and torso,and the front airbag helps protectyour head and chest.

Although both airbags normallyinflate within split second of eachother, it is possible for only oneairbag to deploy.

This can happen if the severity of acollision is at the margin, orthreshold, that determines whetheror not the airbags will deploy. Insuch cases, the seat belt will providesufficient protection, and thesupplemental protection offered bythe airbag would be minimal.

If you ever have a moderate tosevere frontal collision, sensors willdetect the vehicle’s rapiddeceleration.

If the rate of deceleration is highenough, the control unit will instantlyinflate the driver’s and frontpassenger’s airbags, at the time andwith the force needed.

Only the driver’s airbag can deploy ifthere is no passenger in the frontseat, or if the advanced airbagsystem has turned the passenger’sairbag off (see page ).

The total time for inflation anddeflation is one-tenth of a second, sofast that most occupants are notaware that the airbags deployed untilthey see them lying in their laps.

After inflating, the front airbagsimmediately deflate, so they won’tinterfere with the driver’s visibility,or the ability to steer or operateother controls.

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Your front airbags are also dual-threshold airbags. Airbags with thisfeature have two deploymentthresholds that depend on whetheror not the occupant is wearing a seatbelt.

If the occupant’s belt is ,the airbag will deploy at a slightlylower threshold, because theoccupant would need extraprotection.

If the occupant’s belt , theairbag will inflate at a slightly higherthreshold, when the airbag would beneeded to supplement the protectionprovided by the seat belt.

Your front airbags are dual-stageairbags. This means they have twoinflation stages that can be ignitedsequentially or simultaneously,depending on crash severity.

In a crash, both stageswill ignite simultaneously to providethe quickest and greatest protection.

In a crash, one stage willignite first, then the second stagewill ignite a split second later. Thisprovides longer airbag inflation timewith a little less force.

After a crash, you may see whatlooks like smoke. This is actuallypowder from the airbag’s surface.Although the powder is not harmful,people with respiratory problemsmay experience some temporarydiscomfort. If this occurs, get out ofthe vehicle as soon as it is safe to doso.


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Your front airbags are also advancedairbags. The main purpose of thisfeature is to help prevent airbag-caused injuries to short drivers andchildren who ride in front.

For both advanced airbags to workproperly:

Occupants must sit upright andwear their seat belts properly.

Do not spill any liquids on orunder the seats, cover the sensors,or put any cargo or metal objectsunder the front seats.

Back-seat passengers should notput their feet under the front seats.

Failure to follow these instructionscould damage the sensors or preventthem from working properly.

The driver’s advanced front airbagsystem includes a seat positionsensor under the seat. If the seat istoo far forward, the airbag willinflate with less force, regardless ofthe severity of the impact.

If there is a problem with the sensor,the SRS Indicator will come on, andthe airbag will inflate in the normalmanner regardless of the driver’sseating position.

The passenger’s advanced frontairbag system has weight sensorsunder the seat. Although Hondadoes not encourage carrying aninfant or small child in the front, ifthe sensors detect the weight of aninfant or small child, the system willautomatically turn the passenger’sfront airbag off.


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Moving the front seat forciblyback against cargo on the seat orfloor behind it.

Hanging heavy items on the frontpassenger seat, or placing heavyitems in the seat-back pocket.

When the airbag is turned off, anindicator in the center of thedashboard will come on indicatingpassenger airbag ‘‘OFF’’ (see page

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Also, make sure the floor mat behindthe front passenger’s seat is hookedto the floor mat anchor (see page

). If it is not, the mat mayinterfere with the proper operationof the sensors and operation of theseat. If you ever have a moderate to

severe side impact, sensors willdetect rapid deceleration and signalthe control unit to instantly inflateeither the driver’s or the passenger’sside airbag.

If the weight sensors detect there isno passenger in the front seat, theairbag will be off. However, thepassenger airbag off indicator willnot come on.

A rear passenger pushing orpulling on the back of thepassenger’s seat.

To ensure that the passenger’sadvanced front airbag system willwork properly,

This includes:

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do not do anythingthat would increase or decrease theweight on the front passenger’s seat.

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There will be some delay betweenthe moment the passenger movesinto or out of the airbag deploymentpath and when the indicator comeson or goes off.

A front seat passenger should notuse a cushion or other object as abackrest. It may prevent the cutoffsystem from working properly.

Only one airbag will deploy during aside impact. If the impact is on thepassenger’s side, the passenger’sside airbag will deploy even if thereis no passenger.

To get the best protection from theside airbags, front seat occupantsshould wear their seat belts and situpright and well back in their seats.

To reduce the risk of injury from aninflating side airbag, your vehicle hasan automatic cutoff system for thepassenger’s side airbag.

Although Honda does not encouragechildren to ride in front, this systemis designed to shut off the sideairbag if a child leans into the sideairbag’s path.

The side airbag may also shut off if ashort adult leans sideways, or alarger adult slouches and leanssideways into the airbag’sdeployment path.

Objects placed on the frontpassenger seat can also cause theside airbag to be shut off.

If the side airbag off indicator comeson (see page ), have thepassenger sit upright. Once thepassenger is out of the airbag’sdeployment path, the system willturn the airbag back on, and theindicator will go out.

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If the impact is on the passenger’sside, the passenger’s side curtainairbag will inflate even if there are nooccupants on that side of the vehicle.

To get the best protection from theside curtain airbags, occupantsshould wear their seat belts and situpright and well back in their seats.

In a moderate to severe side impact,sensors will detect rapid accelerationand signal the control unit toinstantly inflate the side curtainairbag and activate the seat belttensioner on the driver’s or thepassenger’s side of the vehicle.

A rollover sensor monitors thedegree and rate your vehicle may rollover and automatically deploy theside curtain airbags and activate thefront seat belt tensioners (see page

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In a rollover toward the frontpassenger’s side of the vehicle, bothside curtain airbags will inflate andthe front seat belt tensioners willactivate even if there are nooccupants on that side of the vehicle.

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The SRS indicator alertsyou to a potential problem

with your airbags or seat belttensioners.

When you turn the ignition switch tothe ON (II) position, this indicatorcomes on briefly then goes off. Thistells you the system is workingproperly.

If the indicator comes on orflashes on and off while you drive.

If the indicator stays on after theengine starts.

If the SRS indicator does not comeon after you turn the ignitionswitch to the ON (II) position.

If the indicator comes on at anyother time, or does not come on at all,you should have the system checkedby your dealer. For example:

If you see any of these indications,the airbags and seat belt tensionersmay not work properly when youneed them.

This indicator alerts you that thepassenger’s side airbag has beenshut off because weight sensorsdetect the weight of an infant orsmall child on the front passenger’sseat. It does mean there is aproblem with your side airbags.

When you turn the ignition switch tothe ON (II) position, the indicatorshould come on briefly and go off(see page ). If it doesn’t come on,stays on, or comes on while drivingwithout a passenger in the front seat,have the system checked.

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Ignoring the SRS indicator canresult in serious injury or deathif the airbag systems ortensioners do not work properly.

Have your vehicle checked by adealer as soon as possible ifthe SRS indicator alerts you toa possible problem.

This indicator alerts you that thepassenger’s front airbag has beenshut off because weight sensorsdetect an infant or small child maybe in the front passenger’s seat. Itdoes mean there is a problemwith the airbag.

If no one is riding in the front seat,the airbag will be automatically shutoff. However, the indicator will notcome on.

Do not try to remove or replaceany airbag by yourself. This mustbe done by your dealer or aknowledgeable body shop.

Take your vehicle to anauthorized dealer as soon aspossible. If you ignore thisindication, your airbags may notoperate properly.

Your airbag systems are virtuallymaintenance free, and there are noparts you can safely service.However, you must have yourvehicle serviced if:If the indicator comes on with no

passenger in the front, or with anadult in the seat, there may be aproblem with the advanced airbagsystem. Have the vehicle checked byyour dealer as soon as possible.

The passenger airbag off indicatormay also come on and off repeatedlyif total weight on the seat is near theairbag cutoff threshold.

If this happens, have the passengerride properly restrained in a backseat. If the passenger must ride infront, move the seat as far to therear as possible, have the passengersit upright and wear the seat beltproperly.

Any airbagthat has deployed must bereplaced along with the controlunit and other related parts. Anyseat belt tensioner that activatesmust also be replaced.

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Together, airbags andseat belts provide the bestprotection.

Tampering could causethe airbags to deploy, possiblycausing very serious injury.

Even if yourairbags do not inflate, your dealershould inspect the driver’s seatposition sensor, the frontpassenger’s weight sensors, thefront seat belt tensioners, and allseat belts worn during the crash tomake sure they are operatingproperly.

This could make thedriver’s seat position sensor or thefront passenger’s weight sensorsineffective. If it is necessary toremove or modify a front seat toaccommodate a person withdisabilities, first contact HondaAutomobile Customer Service at(800) 999-1009.

If water or another liquidsoaks into a seat-back, it canprevent the side airbag cutoffsystem from working properly.

Improperly replacingor covering front seat-back coverscan prevent your side airbags frominflating during a side impact.


Additional Safety PrecautionsDo not attempt to deactivate yourairbags.

Do not tamper with airbagcomponents or wiring for anyreason.

If your vehicle has a moderate tosevere impact.

Do not remove or modify a frontseat without consulting yourdealer.

Do not expose the front seat-backsto liquid.

Do not cover or replace front seat-back covers without consultingyour dealer.

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Children depend on adults to protectthem. However, despite their bestintentions, many adults do not knowhow to protect childpassengers.

If you have children, or ever need todrive with a child in your vehicle, besure to read this section. It beginswith important general guidelines,then presents special information forinfants, small children, and largerchildren.

To reduce the number of childdeaths and injuries, every state andCanadian province requires thatinfants and children be properlyrestrained when they ride in avehicle.

(see pages ).(see pages ).

Each year, many children are injuredor killed in vehicle crashes becausethey are either unrestrained or notproperly restrained. In fact, vehicleaccidents are the number one causeof the death of children aged 12 andunder.

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Infants and small children must berestrained in an approved child seatthat is properly secured to thevehicle

Larger children must be restrainedwith a lap/shoulder belt and ride ona booster seat until the seat belt f itsthem properly

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Children who are unrestrainedor improperly restrained can beseriously injured or killed in acrash.

Any child too small for a seatbelt should be properlyrestrained in a child seat. Alarger child should be properlyrestrained with a seat belt anduse a booster seat if necessary.

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If the vehicle seat istoo far forward, or the child’s head isthrown forward during a collision, aninflating front airbag can strike thechild with enough force to kill orvery seriously injure a small child.

Whenever possible,larger children should sit in the backseat, on a booster seat if needed, andbe properly restrained with a seatbelt (see page for importantinformation about protecting largerchildren).

Front airbags have been designed tohelp protect adults in a moderate tosevere frontal collision. To do this,the passenger’s front airbag is quitelarge, and it can inflate with enoughforce to cause very serious injuries.

Even though your vehicle has anadvanced front airbag system thatautomatically turns the passenger’sfront airbag off (see page ),please follow these guidelines:Children who ride in back are less

likely to be injured by strikinginterior vehicle parts during acollision or hard braking. Also,children cannot be injured by aninflating front airbag when they ridein the back.

Ifthe airbag inflates, it can hit the backof the child seat with enough forceto kill or very seriously injure aninfant.

According to accident statistics,children of all ages and sizes aresafer when they are restrained in aback seat. The National HighwayTraffic Safety Administration andTransport Canada recommend thatall children aged 12 and under beproperly restrained in a back seat.Some states have laws restrictingwhere children may ride.

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The Passenger’s Front AirbagCan Pose Serious Risks

Small ChildrenPlacing a forward-facing child seat inthe front seat of a vehicle equippedwith a passenger’s front airbag canbe hazardous.

Larger ChildrenChildren who have outgrown childseats are also at risk of being injuredor killed by an inflating passenger’sfront airbag.Infants

Never put a rear-facing child seat inthe front seat of a vehicle equippedwith a passenger’s front airbag.

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To remind you of the passenger’sfront airbag hazards, and thatchildren must be properly restrainedin a back seat, your vehicle haswarning labels on the dashboard(U.S. models) and on the front visors.Please read and follow theinstructions on these labels.


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Many parents say they prefer to putan infant or small child in the frontpassenger seat so they can watch thechild, or because the child requiresattention.


Your vehicle has a back seat wherechildren can be properly restrained.If you ever have to carry a group ofchildren, and a child must ride infront:

Placing a child in the front seatexposes the child to hazards in afrontal collision, and paying closeattention to a child distracts thedriver from the important tasks ofdriving, placing both of you at risk.

If a child requires close physicalattention or frequent visual contact,we strongly recommend that anotheradult ride with the child in a backseat. The back seat is far safer for achild than the front.

If you are not wearing aseat belt in a crash, you could bethrown forward and crush thechild against the dashboard or aseat-back. If you are wearing aseat belt, the child can be tornfrom your arms and be seriouslyhurt or killed.

During a crash, the beltcould press deep into the child andcause serious or fatal injuries.

Place the largest child in the frontseat, provided the child is largeenough to wear the lap/shoulderbelt properly (see page ).

Move the vehicle seat as far to therear as possible (see page ).

Have the child sit upright and wellback in the seat (see page ).

Make sure the seat belt is properlypositioned and secured (see page

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Additional Safety PrecautionsIf You Must Drive with SeveralChildren

Never let two children use thesame seat belt.

Never hold an infant or child onyour lap.

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Leaving children withoutadult supervision is illegal in moststates and Canadian provinces,and can be very hazardous.

For example, infants and smallchildren left in a vehicle on a hotday can die from heatstroke. Achild left alone with the key in theignition switch can accidentally setthe vehicle in motion, possiblyinjuring themselves or others.

Children who play in vehiclescan accidentally get trapped inside.Teach your children not to play inor around vehicles.

Even very youngchildren learn how to unlockvehicle doors, turn on the ignitionswitch, and open the tailgate orhatch glass, which can lead toaccidental injury or death.

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Do not leave children alone in avehicle.

Lock all doors, the tailgate and thehatch when your vehicle is not inuse.

Keep vehicle keys/remotetransmitters out of the reach ofchildren.

Use the childproof door locks toprevent children from opening therear doors.

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Only a rear-facing child seat providesproper support for a baby’s head,neck, and back.

An infant must be properlyrestrained in a rear-facing, recliningchild seat until the child reaches theseat maker’s weight or height limitfor the seat and the child is at leastone year old.

Two types of seats may be used: aseat designed exclusively for infants,or a convertible seat used in the rear-facing, reclining mode.

If placedfacing forward, an infant could bevery seriously injured during afrontal collision.

A rear-facing child seat can be placedin any seating position in the backseat, but not in the front.

If the passenger’s front airbaginflates, it can hit the back of thechild seat with enough force to kill orseriously injure an infant.

When properly installed in the backseat, a rear-facing child seat mayprevent the driver or a frontpassenger from moving their seat asfar back as recommended, or fromlocking their seat-back in the desiredposition. It could also interfere withproper operation of the passenger’sadvanced front airbag system.

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Do not put a rear-facing child seat ina forward-facing position.

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

In any of these situations, westrongly recommend that you installthe child seat directly behind thefront passenger’s seat, move the seatas far forward as needed, and leave itunoccupied. Or, you may wish to geta smaller rear-facing child seat.

We also recommend that a smallchild use the child seat until the childreaches the weight or height limitfor the seat.

We strongly recommend placing aforward-facing child seat in a backseat, not the front.

If the vehicle seat is toofar forward, or the child’s head isthrown forward during a collision, aninflating airbag can strike the childwith enough force to cause veryserious or fatal injuries.

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

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Placing a forward-facing child seat inthe front seat of a vehicle equippedwith a passenger’s airbag can behazardous.

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Placing a rear-facing child seatin the front seat can result inserious injury or death during acollision.

Always place a rear-facing childseat in the back seat, not thefront.

In seating positions and vehicles notequipped with LATCH, a LATCH-compatible child seat can be installedusing a seat belt.

Whatever type of seat you choose, toprovide proper protection, a childseat should meet threerequirements:

Look for FMVSS213 or CMVSS 213 on the box.

Rear-facing for infants, forward-facing for small children.

We also recommend selecting aLATCH-compatible seat with a rigid,rather than a flexible, anchor (seepage ).

Since LATCH-compatible child seatsare easier to install and reduce thepossibility of improper installation,we recommend selecting this style.

Conventional child seats must besecured to a vehicle with a seat belt,whereas LATCH-compatible seatsare secured by attaching the seat tohardware built into the two outerseating positions in the back seat.

When buying a child seat, you needto choose either a conventional childseat, or one designed for use withthe lower anchors and tethers forchildren (LATCH) system.

If it is necessary to put a forward-facing child seat in the front, movethe vehicle seat as far to the rear aspossible, and be sure the child seat isfirmly secured to the vehicle and thechild is properly strapped in the seat.

Even with advanced front airbagsthat automatically turn thepassenger’s front airbag off (seepage ), a back seat is the safestplace for a small child.

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The child seat should meet U.S. orCanadian Motor Vehicle SafetyStandard 213.

The child seat should be of theproper type and size to fit the child.

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Placing a forward-facing childseat in the front seat can resultin serious injury or death if thefront airbag inflates.

If you must place a forward-facing child seat in front, movethe vehicle seat as far back aspossible, and properly restrainthe child.

After selecting a proper child seatand a good place to install the seat,there are three main steps ininstalling the seat:

After installing a childseat, push and pull the seatforward and from side-to-side toverify that it is secure.

A child seat secured with a seat beltshould be installed as firmly aspossible. However, it does not needto be ‘‘rock solid.’’ Some side-to-side

movement can be expected andshould not reduce the child seat’seffectiveness.

If the child seat is not secure, tryinstalling it in a different seatingposition, or use a different style ofchild seat that can be firmly secured.

Make sure the child is properlystrapped in the child seataccording to the child seat maker’sinstructions. A child who is notproperly secured in a child seatcan be seriously injured in a crash.

The following pages provideguidelines on how to properly installa child seat. A forward-facing childseat is used in all examples, but theinstructions are the same for rear-facing child seats.

All child seats must besecured to the vehicle with the lappart of a lap/shoulder belt or withthe LATCH (lower anchors andtethers for children) system. Achild whose seat is not properlysecured to the vehicle can beendangered in a crash.

Before purchasing a conventionalchild seat, or using a previouslypurchased one, we recommend thatyou test the seat in the specificvehicle seating position (orpositions) where the seat will beused.

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Secure the child in the child seat.

Properly secure the child seat tothe vehicle.

The child seat should fit thevehicle seating position (orpositions) where it will be used.

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Place the child seat on the vehicleseat, then attach the seat to thelower anchors according to thechild seat maker’s instructions.

Your vehicle is equipped withLATCH (lower anchors and tethersfor children) at the outer rear seats.

Make sure there are no objectsnear the anchors that couldprevent a secure connectionbetween the child seat and theanchors.

Move the seat belt buckle ortongue away from the loweranchors.

To install a LATCH-compatible childseat:

Some LATCH-compatible seatshave a rigid-type connector asshown above.

The lower anchors are locatedbetween the seat-back and seatbottom, and are to be used only witha child seat designed for use withLATCH.

The location of each lower anchor isindicated by a small button above theanchor point.

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Whatever type you have, followthe child seat maker’s instructionsfor adjusting or tightening the fit.

Push and pull the child seatforward and from side-to-side toverify that it is secure.

Other LATCH-compatible seatshave a flexible-type connector asshown above.

Attach the tether strap hook to thetether anchor in the ceiling, thentighten the strap as instructed bythe child seat maker.

Remove the head restraint (seepage ). Make sure the removedhead restraint is secured in thecargo area. Reinstall the headrestraint when the child seat isremoved.Route the tether strap over theseat-back, making sure the strap isnot twisted.Locate the appropriate anchorcover, and pull it down and out toexpose the tether anchor.

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When not using the LATCH system,all child seats must be secured to thevehicle with the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt.

With the child seat in the desiredseating position, route the beltthrough the child seat accordingto the seat maker’s instructions,then insert the latch plate into thebuckle.

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

After the belt has retracted, tug onit. If the belt is locked, you will notbe able to pull it out. If you can pullthe belt out, it is not locked, andyou will need to repeat these steps.

In addition, the lap/shoulder belts inall seating positions except thedriver’s have a locking mechanismthat must be activated to secure achild seat.

If you intend to install a child seat inthe center seating position of therear seat, make sure the detachableseat belt anchor is securely latched.

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After confirming that the belt islocked, grab the shoulder part ofthe belt near the buckle, and pullup to remove any slack from thelap part of the belt. Remember, ifthe lap part of the belt is not tight,the child seat will not be secure.

Push and pull the child seatforward and from side-to-side toverify that it is secure enough tostay upright during normal drivingmaneuvers. If the child seat is notsecure, unlatch the belt, allow it toretract fully, then repeat thesesteps.

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

To remove slack, it may help toput weight on the child seat, orpush on the back of the seat whilepulling up on the belt.

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A child seat with a tether can beinstalled in any seating position inthe back seat, using one of theanchorage points shown above.

Since a tether can provide additionalsecurity to the lap/shoulder beltinstallation, we recommend using atether whenever one is required oravailable.

After properly securing the childseat (see page ), remove thehead restraint, then route thetether strap over the seat-back.Make sure to store the removedhead restraint in the cargo areaand to reinstall it when the childseat is removed.

Remove the cover with a smallflat-tipped screwdriver orfingernail file.

Attach the tether strap hook to theanchor, making sure the strap isnot twisted.

Tighten the strap according to theseat maker’s instructions.

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When a child reaches therecommended weight or height limitfor a forward-facing child seat, thechild should sit in a back seat on abooster seat and wear a lap/shoulderbelt.

The following pages giveinstructions on how to check properseat belt fit, what kind of boosterseat to use if one is needed, andimportant precautions for a childwho must sit in front.

After properly securing the childseat (see page ), remove thehead restraint, then route thetether strap over the seat-back.Make sure to store the removedhead restraint in the cargo areaand to reinstall it when the childseat is removed.

Follow steps 2 through 4 in theprevious page.

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ANCHOR Allowing a child age 12 or underto sit in front can result in injuryor death if the passenger’s frontairbag inflates.

If a child must ride in front,move the vehicle seat as farback as possible, use a boosterseat if needed, have the childsit up properly and wear theseat belt properly.

To determine if a lap/shoulder beltproperly fits a child, have the childput on the seat belt, then askyourself:

Does the child sit all the way backagainst the seat?

Do the child’s knees bendcomfortably over the edge of theseat?

Does the shoulder belt crossbetween the child’s neck and arm?

Is the lap part of the belt as low aspossible, touching the child’sthighs?

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

If you answer yes to all thesequestions, the child is ready to wearthe lap/shoulder belt correctly. Ifyou answer no to any question, thechild needs to ride on a booster seat. A child who has outgrown a forward-

facing child seat should ride in aback seat and use a booster seatuntil the lap/shoulder belt fits themproperly without the booster.

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Physically, a child must be largeenough for the lap/shoulder belt toproperly fit (see pages and ). Ifthe seat belt does not fit properly,with or without the child sitting on abooster seat, the child should not sitin front.

To safely ride in front, a child mustbe able to follow the rules, includingsitting properly, and wearing the seatbelt properly throughout a ride.

A side airbag also poses risks. If anypart of a larger child’s body is in thepath of a deploying side airbag, thechild could receive possibly seriousinjuries.

Of course, children vary widely. Andwhile age may be one indicator ofwhen a child can safely ride in front,there are other important factors youshould consider.

A child may continue using a boosterseat until the tops of their ears areeven with the top of the vehicle’s orbooster’s seat-back. A child of thisheight should be tall enough to usethe lap/shoulder belt without abooster seat.

The National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration and TransportCanada recommend that all childrenage 12 and under be properlyrestrained in a back seat.

If the passenger’s front airbaginflates in a moderate to severefrontal collision, the airbag can causeserious injuries to a child who isunrestrained, improperly restrained,sitting too close to the airbag, or outof position.

Some states and Canadian provincesalso require children to use a boosterseat until they reach a given age orweight (e.g., 6 years or 60 lbs). Besure to check current laws in thestates or provinces where you intendto drive.

If a child who uses a booster seatmust ride in front, move the vehicleseat as far back as possible and besure the child is wearing the seatbelt properly.

Booster seats can be high-back orlow-back. Whichever style you select,make sure the booster seat meetsfederal safety standards (see page

) and that you follow the boosterseat maker’s instructions.

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If you decide that a child can safelyride up front, be sure to:

Carefully read the owner’s manual,and make sure you understand allseat belt instructions and all safetyinformation.

Have the child sit up straight, backagainst the seat, and feet on ornear the floor.

Move the vehicle seat to the rear-most position.

Supervise the child. Even a maturechildren sometimes needs to bereminded to fasten the seat beltsor sit properly.

Devices intended toimprove a child’s comfort orreposition the shoulder part of aseat belt can make the belt lesseffective and increase the chanceof serious injury in a crash.

This could resultin serious neck injuries during acrash.

Check that the child’s seat belt isproperly and securely positioned. If they do, they

could be very seriously injured in acrash.

This couldcause very serious injuries duringa crash. It also increases thechance that the child will slideunder the belt in a crash and beinjured.


Do not put any accessories on aseat belt.Do not let a child wear a seat belt

across the neck.

Two children should never use thesame seat belt.

Do not let a child put the shoulderpart of a seat belt behind the backor under the arm.

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Your vehicle’s exhaust containscarbon monoxide gas. You shouldhave no problem with carbonmonoxide entering the vehicle innormal driving if you maintain yourvehicle properly.

Have the exhaust system inspectedfor leaks whenever:

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

Select the fresh air mode.Select the mode.Turn the fan on high speed.Set the temperature control to acomfortable setting.

The vehicle is raised for an oilchange.

You notice a change in the soundof the exhaust.

The vehicle was in an accidentthat may have damaged theunderside.

With the tailgate/hatch glass open,airflow can pull exhaust gas into yourvehicle’s interior and create ahazardous condition. If you mustdrive with the tailgate/hatch glassopen, open all the windows and setthe heating and cooling system asshown below.

If you must sit in your parked vehiclewith the engine running, even in anunconfined area, adjust the heatingand cooling system as follows:

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Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.Breathing it can causeunconsciousness and even killyou.

Avoid any enclosed areas oractivities that expose you tocarbon monoxide.

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These labels are in the locationsshown. They warn you of potentialhazards that could cause seriousinjury or death. Read these labelscarefully.

If a label comes off or becomes hardto read (except for the U.S.dashboard label which may beremoved by the owner), contact yourdealer for a replacement.

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This section gives information aboutthe controls and displays thatcontribute to the daily operation ofyour vehicle. All the essentialcontrols are within easy reach.

...........................Control Locations . 54............................Instrument Panel . 55

..........Instrument Panel Indicators . 56.............................................Gauges . 61

...................................Trip Meter . 61.....................................Odometer . 62

..................................Fuel Gauge . 62...................Temperature Gauge . 62

Outside Temperature..................................Indicator . 62

..........Check Fuel Cap Indicator . 63Controls Near the Steering

...........................................Wheel . 64.Windshield Wipers and Washers . 65

.........Turn Signals and Headlights . 66........Instrument Panel Brightness . 67

.................Hazard Warning Button . 67

.................Rear Window Defogger . 68.................................Parking Brake . 68

..........Steering Wheel Adjustment . 69...............................Keys and Locks . 70

........................Immobilizer System . 71................................Ignition Switch . 72

......................................Door Locks . 73......................Power Door Locks . 73

..............Childproof Door Locks . 73

...............Tailgate and Hatch Glass . 74.......................Remote Transmitter . 75

.................................................Seats . 78....................................Seat Heaters . 86

..............................Power Windows . 86.........................................Moonroof . 88

.............................................Mirrors . 88...........Interior Convenience Items . 90

.......................Beverage Holders . 91...............................Built-in Table . 91

....................................Glove Box . 93.....................................Coin Tray . 93

......................Sunglasses Holder . 94................................Center Table . 94

..........Accessory Power Sockets . 95.............................Center Pocket . 95

......................................Sun Visor . 95.................................Interior Lights . 95

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POWER WINDOWSWITCHES

HOOD RELEASEHANDLE

HATCH GLASSRELEASE BUTTON

A/T model is shown.

HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS

(P.86)

(P.98)

(P.89)

(P.74)

POWER DOOR LOCKMASTER SWITCH(P.73)

MIRROR CONTROLS

FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE ACCESSORY POWERSOCKET(P.95)

(P.61)GAUGES

AUDIO SYSTEM

CLOCK

(P.86)

SEAT HEATERSWITCH

HAZARD WARNINGBUTTON(P.67)

PARKING BRAKE(P.68)

PASSENGER AIRBAGOFF INDICATOR(P.30)

INSTRUMENT PANELINDICATORS

MANUALTRANSMISSION

AUTOMATICTRANSMISSION

(P.55)

(P.161)

(P.159)

(P.103)

(P.137)

(P.144)

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LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR

IMMOBILIZERSYSTEMINDICATOR

MALFUNCTIONINDICATORLAMP

CHARGINGSYSTEMINDICATOR

HIGH BEAMINDICATOR

DOOR-OPENINDICATOR

PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKESYSTEM INDICATOR

LOW FUELINDICATOR

CRUISE CONTROLINDICATOR

TAILGATE AND HATCH GLASS OPEN INDICATOR

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P.57)

(P.59)

(P.58)

(P.57)

(P.59)

(P.57)(P.57)

(P.56)

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P.59)

(P.59)

SIDE AIRBAG OFFINDICATOR

SEAT BELTREMINDERINDICATOR

MAINTENANCEREQUIREDINDICATOR(P.60)

VSA ACTIVATIONINDICATOR(P.58)

VEHICLE STABILITYASSIST (VSA)SYSTEM INDICATOR(P.58)

(P.56, 233)

(P.234)

(P.56, 233)

(P.56, 235)

The instrument panel has manyindicators that give you importantinformation about your vehicle.

See page .

If this indicator comes on when theengine is running, the battery is notbeing charged. For more information,see page .

The engine can be severely damagedif this indicator flashes or stays onwhen the engine is running. Formore information, see page .

This indicator has two functions:

This indicator comes on when youturn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position. It reminds you and yourpassengers to fasten your seat belts.A beeper also sounds if you have notfastened your seat belt.

If you continue driving withoutfastening your seat belt, the beepersounds and the indicator flashesagain at regular intervals.

If it remains on after you havefully released the parking brakewhile the engine is running, or if itcomes on while driving, therecould be a problem with the brakesystem. For more information, seepage .

It comes on when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position. It is a reminder to checkthe parking brake. Driving withthe parking brake not fullyreleased can damage the brakesand tires.

If you do not fasten your seat belt,the beeper will stop after a fewseconds but the indicator stays onuntil you do. Both the indicator andthe beeper stay off if you fasten yourseat belt before turning on theignition switch.2.

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Low Oil PressureIndicator

Charging SystemIndicator

Seat Belt ReminderIndicator

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This indicator also blinks severaltimes when you turn the ignitionswitch from the ON (II) position tothe ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK(0) position.

This indicator comes on briefly whenyou turn the ignition switch to theON (II) position. If it comes on atany other time, it indicates apotential problem with your frontairbags. This indicator will also alertyou to a potential problem with yourside airbags, passenger’s side airbagautomatic cutoff system, side curtainairbags, automatic seat belttensioners, driver’s seat positionsensor, or the front passenger’sweight sensors. For moreinformation, see page .

This indicator comes on for a fewseconds when you turn the ignitionswitch to the ON (II) position. It willthen go off if you have inserted aproperly-coded ignition key. If it isnot a properly-coded key, theindicator will blink, and the enginewill not start (see page ).

This indicator comes on when youturn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position. If it comes on at anyother time, it indicates that thepassenger’s side airbag has

automatically shut off. For moreinformation, see page .

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position, and when the ignitionswitch is turned to the START (III)position. If it comes on at any othertime, there is a problem with theABS. If this happens, have yourvehicle checked at a dealer. Withthis indicator on, your vehicle stillhas normal braking ability but noanti-lock function. For moreinformation, see page .

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Side Airbag Off Indicator

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This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position.

This indicator has three functions.

It comes on as a reminder that youhave turned off the vehiclestability assist (VSA) system.

It flashes when VSA is active (seepage ).

It comes on along with the VSAsystem indicator if there is aproblem with the VSA system.

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position. See page for moreinformation on the VSA system.

This indicator comes on when youset the cruise control. See page

for information on operating thecruise control.

If it comes on and stays on at anyother time, or if it does not come onwhen you turn the ignition switch tothe ON (II) position, there is aproblem with the VSA system. Takeyour vehicle to a dealer to have itchecked. Without VSA, your vehiclestill has normal driving ability, butwill not have VSA traction andstability enhancement. See page

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This indicator comes on with thehigh beam headlights. For moreinformation, see page .

On Canadian models, this indicatorcomes on with reduced brightnesswhen the daytime running lights(DRL) are on (see page ).

This indicator comes on when youturn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position with the headlightswitch off and the parking brake set.It should go off if you turn on theheadlights or release the parkingbrake. If it comes on at any othertime, it means there is a problemwith the DRL. There may also be aproblem with the high beamheadlights.

This indicator comes on as areminder that you must refuel soon.

The left or right turn signal indicatorblinks when you signal a lane changeor turn. If an indicator does not blinkor blinks rapidly, it usually meansone of the turn signal bulbs isburned out (see page ). Replacethe bulb as soon as possible, sinceother drivers cannot see that you aresignaling.

When you press the hazard warningbutton, both turn signal indicatorsand all turn signals on the outside ofthe vehicle flash.

When the indicator comes on, thereis about 2.74 US gal (10.4 ) of fuelremaining in the tank before theneedle reaches E. There is a smallreserve of fuel remaining in the tankwhen the needle does reach E.

This indicator comes on if thetailgate or the hatch glass is notclosed tightly.

This indicator comes on if any dooris not closed tightly.

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High Beam Indicator Low Fuel Indicator

Daytime Running LightsIndicator Tailgate and Hatch Glass

Open Indicator

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If you exceed 10,000 miles (16,000km) without having the scheduledmaintenance performed, thisindicator will remain on as a constantreminder.

Your dealer will reset this indicatorafter completing the scheduledmaintenance. If this maintenance isdone by someone other than yourdealer, reset the indicator as follows.

Turn off the engine.

Press and hold the Select/Resetbutton on the instrument panel,then turn the ignition switch to theON (II) position.

Hold the button for about 10seconds until the indicator goesoff.

This indicator comes on when thewasher fluid level is low. Add washerfluid when you see this indicator(see page ).

This indicator reminds you that it istime to take your vehicle in forscheduled maintenance.Refer to the maintenance schedulefor normal and severe drivingconditions on pages and .

For the first 8,000 miles (12,800 km)after the maintenance requiredindicator is reset, it will come on for2 seconds when you turn the ignitionswitch to the ON (II) position.

Between 8,000 miles (12,800 km)and 10,000 miles (16,000 km), thisindicator will come on for 2 secondswhen you first turn the ignitionswitch to the ON (II) position, andthen flash for 10 seconds.

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SELECT/RESET BUTTON

This meter shows the number ofmiles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada)driven since you last reset it.

There are two trip meters: Trip Aand Trip B. Switch between thesedisplays and the odometer display bypressing the Select/Reset buttonrepeatedly.

Each trip meter works independently,so you can keep track of twodifferent distances.

To reset a trip meter, display it, andthen press and hold the Select/Resetbutton until the number resets to‘‘0.0.’’

When you turn the ignition switch tothe ON (II) position, the meter youlast selected is displayed.

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TEMPERATURE GAUGE

TACHOMETER

SELECT/RESET BUTTON

SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE

OUTSIDE TEMPERATUREINDICATOR

U.S. model is shown.

ODOMETER/TRIP METER/CHECK FUEL CAP INDICATOR

This shows the temperature of theengine’s coolant. During normaloperation, the pointer should risefrom the bottom white mark to aboutthe middle of the gauge. In severedriving conditions, such as very hotweather or a long period of uphilldriving, the pointer may rise to theupper zone. If it reaches the red(hot) mark, pull safely to the side ofthe road. See page forinstructions and precautions onchecking the engines cooling system.

The odometer shows the totaldistance your vehicle has beendriven. It measures miles in U.S.models and kilometers in Canadianmodels. It is illegal under U.S.federal law and Canadian provincialregulations to disconnect, reset, oralter the odometer with the intent tochange the number of miles orkilometers indicated.

This shows how much fuel you have.It may show slightly more or lessthan the actual amount. The needlereturns to the bottom after you turnoff the ignition.

This indicator displays the outsidetemperature in Fahrenheit (U.S.models) or Centigrade (Canadianmodels).

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Avoid driving with an extremely lowf uel level. Running out of f uel couldcause the engine to misf ire, damagingthe catalytic converter.

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The temperature sensor is in thefront bumper. Therefore, thetemperature reading can be affectedby heat reflection from the roadsurface, engine heat, and theexhaust from surrounding traffic.This can cause an incorrecttemperature reading when yourspeed is under 19 mph (30 km/h).

NOTE: The temperature must bestabilized before doing thisprocedure.

If the outside temperature isincorrectly displayed, you can adjustit up 5°F in U.S. models ( 3°C inCanadian models) warmer or cooler.

The sensor delays the display updateuntil it reaches the correct outsidetemperature. This may take severalminutes.

If your fuel fill cap is loose ormissing, a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’message appears as text in theodometer/trip meter display afteryou start the engine. The messageappears from CHECK to FUEL, thento CAP repeatedly.

When it reaches the desired value,release the Select/Reset button. Youshould see the new outsidetemperature displayed.

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

To adjust the outside temperaturedisplay, press and hold the Select/Reset button for 10 seconds. Thefollowing sequence will appear forone second each: 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 5,

4, 3, 2, 1, 0 (U.S.) or 0, 1, 2,3, 3, 2, 1, 0 (Canada).

Turn the engine off and confirm thefuel fill cap is installed. If it is, loosenthe cap, then retighten it until itclicks at least once. When yourestart the engine, the messageappears again. To clear, press andhold the Select/Reset button untilthe message is replaced by theodometer/trip meter display.

If the system still detects a loose ormissing fuel fill cap, the malfunctionindicator lamp (MIL) comes on.Turn the engine off, and check orretighten the fuel fill cap until itclicks at least once. The MIL goesout after 3 days of normal drivingonce the cap is tightened or replaced.If it does not go out, have yourdealer inspect the vehicle. For moreinformation, see page .234

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CRUISE CONTROLMASTER BUTTON(P.138)

HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS SHIFT LEVER (A/T)

WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS

A/T model is shown.

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER

HAZARD WARNING BUTTON

(P.65)

(P.67)

(P.88)

(P.68)

(P.30)

(P.69)

(P.66)

PASSENGER AIRBAG OFFINDICATOR

VEHICLE STABILITYASSIST (VSA)SYSTEM ON/OFFSWITCH

INSTRUMENT PANELBRIGHTNESS(P.67)

(P.171)

MOONROOF SWITCH

REMOTE AUDIOCONTROLS(P.135)

(P.161)

PARKING BRAKE(P.68)

STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT CRUISE CONTROLBUTTONS(P.138)

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Push the right lever up or down toselect a position.

The wipers run at highspeed until you release the lever.

The wipers are not activated.

The wipers operate everyfew seconds.

The wipers run at low speed.

The wipers run at high speed.

Pull thewiper control lever toward you,and hold it. The washers sprayuntil you release the lever. Thewipers run at low speed, thencomplete one more sweep afteryou release the lever.

Rotate the switch clockwise toturn the rear window wiper ON.The wiper operates every 7seconds after completing twosweeps.

Hold past ON to turn the rearwindow wiper on and to spray therear window washer.

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Push down on theleft lever to signal a left turn and upto signal a right turn. To signal a lanechange, push lightly on the lever,and hold it. The lever will return tocenter when you release it orcomplete a turn.

OFFWhen you turn the wiper switch tothe ‘‘OFF’’ position or turn off theignition switch, the wiper willreturn to its parked position.

Rotate the switchcounterclockwise to turn thewindow wiper on and the windowwasher to spray.

The rear wiper will not work if thehatch glass is not fully closed.

If you open the hatch glass while therear wiper is operating, the wiper willstop. To return the wiper to itsparked position, close the hatchglass, and then rotate the switch tothe ‘‘OFF’’ position.

The rear window washer uses thesame fluid reservoir as the wind-shield washer.

Turn signalOffParking and interior lightsHeadlightsHigh beamsFlash high beams

Turning the switch tothe ‘‘ ’’ position turns on theparking lights, taillights, instrumentpanel lights, side-marker lights, andrear license plate lights. Turning theswitch to the ‘‘ ’’ position turnson the headlights. If you leave thelights on with the key removed fromthe ignition switch, you will hear areminder tone when you open thedriver’s door.

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Turn the knob on the left side of theinstrument panel to adjust thebrightness of the instrument panellights.

Push the button below the centervents to turn on the hazard warninglights (four-way flashers). Thiscauses all four outside turn signalsand both turn indicators in theinstrument panel to flash. Use thehazard warning lights if you need topark in a dangerous area near heavytraffic, or if your vehicle is disabled.

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

The headlights revert to normaloperation when you turn the switchto the ‘‘ ’’ position.

With the headlight switch off, thehigh beam headlights and the highbeam indicator come on withreduced brightness when you turnthe ignition switch to the ON (II)position and release the parkingbrake. They remain on until you turnthe ignition switch off, even if youset the parking brake.

To turn on highbeams, push the lever forward untilyou hear a click. The blue high beamindicator will come on (see page ).Pull the lever back to return to thelow beams.

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To apply the parking brake, firmlypull the parking brake lever towardyou.

Make sure the rear window is clearand you have good visibility beforestarting to drive.

The defogger wires on the inside ofthe rear window can be accidentallydamaged. When cleaning the glass,always wipe side-to-side.

The rear window defogger will clearfog, frost, and thin ice from thewindow. Push the defogger button toturn it on and off. The indicator inthe button comes on to show thedefogger is on. It also shuts off whenyou turn off the ignition switch. Youhave to turn the defogger on againwhen you restart the vehicle.

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PARKING BRAKELEVER

To release the parking brake, pushand hold the release button on theside of the parking brake lever, pullthe lever toward you slightly, thenpush the lever forward.

The parking brake indicator on theinstrument panel should go out whenthe parking brake is fully releasedwith the engine running (see page

).

Push the lever under the steeringcolumn all the way down.

Move the steering wheel so itpoints toward your chest, nottoward your face. Make sure youcan see the instrument panelgauges and indicators.

Make any steering wheel adjustmentbefore you start driving.

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RELEASE BUTTON

Adjusting the steering wheelposition while driving maycause you to lose control of thevehicle and be seriously injuredin a crash.

Adjust the steering wheel onlywhen the vehicle is stopped.

Driving the vehicle with the parkingbrake applied can damage the rearbrakes and axles.

You should have received a keynumber tag with your keys. You willneed this key number if you everhave to get a lost key replaced. Useonly Honda-approved key blanks.

These keys contain electroniccircuits that are activated by theimmobilizer system. They will notwork to start the engine if thecircuits are damaged.

Protect the keys from directsunlight, high temperature, andhigh humidity.

Do not drop the keys or set heavyobjects on them.

Keep the keys away from liquids.If they get wet, dry themimmediately with a soft cloth.

Push the lever up to lock thesteering wheel in position.

Make sure you have securelylocked the steering wheel in placeby trying to move it up and down.

The master key fits all the locks onyour vehicle. The valet key worksonly in the ignition, the door locks,and the tailgate. You can keep theglove box locked when you leaveyour vehicle and the valet key at aparking facility.

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KEY NUMBERTAG

VALET KEY(Light Gray)

MASTERKEY WITHREMOTETRANSMITTER

If the system repeatedly does notrecognize the coding of your key,contact your dealer.

Do not attempt to alter this systemor add other devices to it. Electricalproblems could result that may makeyour vehicle undriveable.

If you have lost your key and cannotstart your engine, contact yourdealer.

When you turn the ignition switch tothe ON (II) position, the immobilizersystem indicator should come on fora few seconds, then go out. If theindicator starts to blink, it means thesystem does not recognize thecoding of the key. Turn the ignitionswitch to the LOCK (0) position,remove the key, reinsert it, and turnthe ignition switch to the ON (II)position again.

The Immobilizer System protectsyour vehicle from theft. If animproperly-coded key (or otherdevice) is used, the engine’s fuelsystem is disabled.

The system may not recognize yourkey’s coding if another immobilizerkey or other metal object (i.e. keyfob) is near the ignition switch whenyou insert the key.

As required by the FCC:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not cause harmful interference, and(2) this device must accept anyinterference received, includinginterference that may cause undesiredoperation.

Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’sauthority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with IndustryCanada Standard RSS-210.Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) this device may not causeinterference, and (2) this device mustaccept any interference that may causeundesired operation of the device.

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The ignition switch has fourpositions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY(I), ON (II), and START (III).

You can insert orremove the key only in this position.To turn the key, push it in slightly. Ifyour vehicle has an automatictransmission, the shift lever mustalso be in park.

If the front wheels are turned, theanti-theft lock may make it difficultto turn the key. Firmly turn thesteering wheel to the left or right asyou turn the key.

This is the normal keyposition when driving. Several of theindicators on the instrument panelcome on as a test when you turn theignition switch from theACCESSORY (I) to the ON (II)position.

You canoperate the audio system and theaccessory power socket in thisposition.

Use this positiononly to start the engine. The switchreturns to the ON (II) position whenyou let go of the key.

You will hear a reminder beeper ifyou leave the key in the LOCK (0) orthe ACCESSORY (I) position andopen the driver’s door. Remove thekey to turn off the beeper.

If your vehicle has an automatictransmission, the shift lever must bein Park before you can remove thekey from the ignition switch.

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Removing the key from theignition switch while drivinglocks the steering. This cancause you to lose control.

Remove the key from theignition switch only whenparked.

To lock the doors and the tailgate,press the master door lock switch oneither front door, press the lock tabdown on the driver’s door, or use thekey on the outside lock on the driver’sdoor.

Pressing up on either master doorlock switch will unlock all of thedoors and the tailgate.

The childproof door locks aredesigned to prevent children seatedin the rear from accidentally openingthe rear doors. Each rear door has alock lever near the edge. With thelever in the LOCK position, the doorcannot be opened from the insideregardless of the position of the locktab. To open the door, pull the locktab up, and use the outside doorhandle.

The lock tab on any door locks andunlocks that door. Pulling up on thedriver’s door lock tab only unlocksthe driver’s door.

To lock any passenger’s door whengetting out of the vehicle, push thelock tab down, and close the door.To lock the driver’s door, remove thekey from the ignition switch, pull theoutside door handle and push thelock tab down or push the door lockswitch down. Release the handle,then close the door.

Only the driver’s door unlocks whenyou use the key on the outsidedriver’s door lock.

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Use the valet or master key in thetailgate to:

. Pull thehandle to open it.

. You canalso open it by pressing the hatchglass release button on the driver’sdoor or on the remote transmitter.

The rear wiper will not operate withthe hatch glass open. If you open thehatch glass while the rear wiper isoperating, the wiper will stop (seepage ).

To close the hatch glass, lower it andpress on the handle until it latches.

You can also lock and unlock thetailgate with the remote transmitter,or either master door lock switch.

To keep the tailgate door open whenfacing downhill, use the stop fromthe tool kit.The tool kit is in the storage binunder the cargo floor. Put the stopon the support strut as shown.Make sure to remove the stop beforeclosing the tailgate.

Be sure all passengers or any objectsare clear of the tailgate beforeopening or closing it.

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Keep the tailgate and the hatch glassclosed at all times while driving toavoid damaging the tailgate and thehatch glass, and to prevent exhaustgas from getting into the interior.See onpage .

Press this button onceto unlock the driver’s door. Push ittwice to unlock the other doors andthe tailgate. Some exterior lights willflash twice each time you press thebutton.

The ceiling light (if the ceiling lightswitch is in the center position) willcome on when you press theUNLOCK button. If you do not openany door or the tailgate within 30seconds, the light fades out. If yourelock the doors and the tailgatewith the remote transmitter before30 seconds have elapsed, the lightwill go off immediately.

If you do not open any door or thetailgate within 30 seconds, they willautomatically relock.

Press this button once tolock all doors and the tailgate. Someexterior lights will flash once. Whenyou push LOCK twice within 5seconds, you will hear a beep toverify that the doors and the tailgateare locked. You cannot lock thedoors and the tailgate if any door orthe tailgate is not fully closed or thekey is in the ignition switch.

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－Avoid dropping or throwing thetransmitter.

Protect the transmitter fromextreme temperature.

Do not immerse the transmitter inany liquid.

If you lose a transmitter, thereplacement needs to bereprogrammed by your dealer.

If it takes several pushes on thebutton to lock or unlock the doorsand the tailgate, replace the batteryas soon as possible.Battery type: CR1616

To replace the battery:

Remove the screw at the base ofthe transmitter with a smallPhillips-head screwdriver.

Press this button forabout 2 seconds to attract attention:the horn will sound, and the exteriorlights will flash for about 30 seconds.To cancel panic mode, press anyother button on the remotetransmitter, or turn the ignitionswitch to the ON (II) position.

Press this button for about 1 secondto open the hatch glass. You cannotopen the hatch glass if the key is inthe ignition switch. Even if the hatchglass is open, the tailgate can belocked with the remote transmitter.

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As required by the FCC:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not cause harmful interference, and(2) this device must accept anyinterference received, includinginterference that may cause undesiredoperation.

Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’sauthority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with IndustryCanada Standard RSS-210.Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) this device may not causeinterference, and (2) this device mustaccept any interference that may causeundesired operation of the device.

Remove the old battery, and inserta new battery into the back of thecover with the side facing down.

Install the parts in reverse order.

Separate the transmitter by pryingits middle seam with yourfingernail.

Inside the transmitter, separatethe inner cover from the keypadby releasing the two tabs on thecover.

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－See pages for important safetyinformation and warnings about how toproperly position the seats and seat-backs.

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Make all seat adjustments beforeyou start driving.

To adjust the front or rear seatforward and backward, pull up on thebar under the seat cushion’s frontedge. Try to move the seat to makesure it is locked in position.

To change the seat-back angle of thefront seat, pull up on the lever on theoutside of the seat bottom.

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The rear seat armrest is in thecenter of the rear seat. Pivot it downto use it.

Each front seat has an armrest onthe side of the seat-back. To use it,pivot it down.

To change the angle of the rear seat-back, pull up on the release lever onthe outside of the seat-back.

When using the center seatingposition, adjust the left and right sideof the rear seats to the same position.

Make sure all rear shoulder belts arepositioned in front of the rear seat-backs after you adjust the rear seats.

The height of the driver’s seat isadjustable. Turn the dial on theoutside of the seat cushion.

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See page for important safetyinformation and a warning about how toproperly position the head restraints.

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Your vehicle is equipped with headrestraints in all seating positions tohelp protect you and yourpassengers from whiplash and otherinjuries.

They are most effective when youadjust them so the back of theoccupant’s head rests against thecenter of the restraint.

The head restraints adjust for height.You need both hands to adjust therestraint. Do not attempt to adjust itwhile driving. To raise it, pull upward.To lower the restraint, push therelease button sideways, and pushthe restraint down.

To remove a head restraint forcleaning or repair, pull it up as far asit will go. Push the release button,then pull the restraint out of the seat-back.

Make sure the removed headrestraints are securely stored.

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RELEASE BUTTONFRONT REAR RELEASE BUTTON

Adjust the front seats forward asfar as they will go. Pull up the seat-back angle adjustment lever andpivot the seat-back backward untilit is level with the rear seatcushion.

Move the front seat backwarduntil it touches the rear seat.

Adjust the rear seat-back to thedesired position.

When you return the seat-back tothe upright position, hold the seat-back to keep it from going up tooquickly.

You can recline the seat-backs on thefront seats so they are level with therear seat cushions, making a largecushioned area. To do this:

Adjust the rear seats as far backas they will go.

Remove the head restraints fromthe front seats (see page ).Make sure the removed headrestraints are securely stored.

Reverse this procedure to return thefront and rear seats to the uprightposition. Make sure you install thehead restraints and securely lock theseats before driving.2.

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SLIDE BAR

SEAT-BACK ANGLEADJUSTMENT LEVER

You can also fold up each of the rearseats separately to create furthercargo space (see page ).

Push the seat belt buckles into theseat cushion.

Lower the head restraint to itslowest position.

Pull up on the release lever on theoutside of the seat-back.

Fold the seat-back forward.

Do not put any heavy items on theseat-back when it is folded.

The rear seat-back can be foldeddown to give more cargo room. Eachside folds down separately, so youcan still carry a passenger in the rearseat.

When you are folding the right halfof the rear seat, use the key torelease the center seat belt from thedetachable anchor (see page ).Allow the seat belt to retract into theholder on the ceiling and store thebuckles in it.

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LATCH PLATE RELEASE LEVER

Reverse this procedure to return theseat-back to the upright position.Make sure the seat is secured andthe seat belt in front of the seat-backbefore driving.

To fold up the rear seat:

Pull up the bar under the seatcushion and slide the rear seatbackward. The rear seat will notfold up if it is not back as far as itwill go.

Follow steps 1 through 4 on pagefor folding down the seat-

back.

Unlock the seat from the floor bypulling the lock release strapunder the seat cushion’s backedge, then lift the rear of the seat.You cannot fold up the rear seat ifit is not latched securely in therearmost position.

Slide the seat forward.2.

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SLIDE BAR

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Pull out the fastening strap fromthe slit on the seat-back. Move thefront seat forward slightly, thenattach the anchor on the fasteningstrap to the hook on the bottom ofthe front seat. Adjust the frontseat to the desired position.

Reverse this procedure to return theseat to the upright position.Make sure the seat is securelylatched before driving.When you are not using thefastening strap, roll up the strap andstore it properly into the slit on theseat-back.

Make sure all rear shoulder belts arepositioned in front of the rear seat-backs.

In the center seating position of therear seat, be sure the detachableanchor is latched securely beforeusing the seat belt (see page ).

Make sure all items in the cargo areaare secured. Loose items can flyforward and cause injury if you haveto brake hard (Seeon page ).Pull the fastening strap tab toward

the slit to tighten the strap, andmake sure the seat is secure.

Make sure that the folded up rearseat does not interfere with the frontpassenger’s seat-back. This willcause the front passenger’s weightsensors to work improperly (seepage ). Also check the passengerairbag off indicator to assure properoperation of the passenger’sadvanced front airbag.

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FASTENINGSTRAP

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ANCHOR

Line up the triangle marks on thesmall latch plate and buckle whenreattaching the belt and buckle.

Tug on the seat belt to verify thatthe detachable anchor is securelylatched. Make sure the seat belt isnot twisted.

The seat belt in the rear center seatis equipped with a detachable anchor.This allows the center seat belt to beunlatched when the right side of therear seat is folded.

To unlatch the detachable anchor,insert a key into the slot on the sideof the small buckle. Line up thetriangle marks on the plate andbuckle when reattaching the belt andbuckle.

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SMALL LATCHPLATE

TRIANGLEMARKS

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Using a seat belt with thedetachable anchor unlatchedincreases the chance of seriousinjury or death in a crash.

Before using the seat belt,make sure the detachableanchor is correctly latched.

Do not use the seat heaters when theengine is off or when idling for along period of time. They can drainthe battery, making your vehiclehard to start.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position to raise or lower anywindow. To open the window, pushthe switch down and hold it. Releasethe switch when you want to stop thewindow. Pull back on the switch andhold it to close the window.

Both front seats are equipped withseat heaters in the seat bottoms only.Because of sensors for the sideairbag system, there are no heatersin the seat-back in either the driveror passenger seats. The ignitionswitch must be in the ON (II)position to use them. Push theheater switch to turn the power on oroff. The indicators will come on andremain on while the heaters are on.

If equipped

Seat Heaters, Power Windows

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DRIVER’S SEAT HEATER SWITCH

PASSENGER’S SEAT HEATER SWITCH

DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH

MAIN SWITCH

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If your vehicle’s battery isdisconnected or goes dead, or thedriver’s window fuse is removed, theAUTO function will be disabled. Thepower window system needs to bereset after reconnecting the batteryor installing the fuse.

Start the engine. Push down andhold the driver’s window switchuntil the window is fully open.

Pull and hold the driver’s windowswitch to close the windowcompletely, then hold the switchfor about 2 seconds.

If the power windows do not operateproperly after resetting, have yourvehicle checked by your dealer.

Auto reverse stops sensing when thewindow is almost closed. You shouldalways check that all passengers andobjects are away from the windowbefore closing it.

If the driver’swindow senses any obstacle while itis closing automatically, it willreverse direction, and then stop. Toclose the window, remove theobstacle, then use the window switchagain.

When you push the MAIN switch in,the switch is OFF, and the passengerwindows cannot be raised or lowered.To cancel this feature, push on theswitch again to get it to pop out.Keep the MAIN switch off when you

have children in the vehicle so theydo not injure themselves byoperating the windowsunintentionally.

To open or close thedriver’s window, push or pull thewindow switch firmly down or up tothe second detent, and release it.The window will automatically go upor down all the way. To stop thewindow, pull or push the windowswitch briefly.

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Closing a power window onsomeone’s hands or fingers cancause serious injury.

Make sure your passengers areaway from the windows beforeclosing them.

If equipped Keep the inside and outside mirrorsclean and adjusted for best visibility.Be sure to adjust the mirrors beforeyou start driving.

The inside mirror has day and nightpositions. The night position reducesglare from headlights behind you.Flip the tab on the bottom edge ofthe mirror to select the day or nightposition.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position, and use the switchunder the left dashboard vent tooperate the moonroof.

To tilt up the back of the moonroof,press and hold the center button( ).To close the moonroof, press andhold the top of the switch ( ).To open the moonroof, press and

hold the bottom of the switch( ).

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TABOpening or closing themoonroof on someone’s handsor fingers can cause seriousinjury.

Make sure all hands and fingersare clear of the moonroofbefore opening or closing it.

If you try to open the moonroof inbelow-f reezing temperatures, or whenit is covered with snow or ice, you candamage the moonroof panel or motor.

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

Push the appropriate edge of theadjustment switch to move themirror right, left, up, or down.

When you finish, move theselector switch to the center (off)position. This turns theadjustment switch off to keep yoursettings.

The outside mirrors are heated toremove fog and frost. With theignition switch in the ON (II)position, turn on the heaters bypressing the rear window defoggerbutton. The indicator in the buttoncomes on as a reminder. Press thebutton again to turn the heaters andthe defogger off.

Move the selector switch to L(driver’s side) or R (passenger’sside).

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SELECTOR SWITCH

ADJUSTMENT SWITCHREAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/HEATED MIRRORS BUTTON

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BUILT-IN TABLE

ACCESSORYPOWERSOCKET

CENTERTABLE withBEVERAGEHOLDERS

CENTERPOCKET

GLOVE BOXACCESSORYPOWER SOCKET

SUN VISORCOAT HOOK SUNGLASSESHOLDER

DRIVER’SPOCKET

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BEVERAGEHOLDERS inREAR SEATARMREST

BEVERAGEHOLDER /COIN TRAY

PASSENGER’STRAY

VANITY MIRROR

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The cargo area floor can be takenout and used as a table.

To remove the table, pull up thecarpet. Lift and pull on the handle toslide the table out.

To use the front beverage holder,pull on the handle.

Be careful when you are using thebeverage holders. Spilled liquid thatis very hot can scald you or yourpassengers. Spilled liquids can alsodamage the upholstery, carpeting,and electrical components in theinterior.

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HANDLE

Unfold the legs. Lock them in placeby pushing on the middle of thelocking arms. Make sure all four arelocked.

To fold the legs, pull on the middleof each locking arm.

Be sure to lock the legs of thetable.

Do not put a weight of over 44 lbs(20 kg) on the table.

Do not sit or stand on the table.

To put the table back in place, holdonto the handle and put theprojection on the table into the holein the cargo area floor.

Hot items such as pots, pans, orkettles should not be placeddirectly on the tabletop.

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Open the glove box by pulling thebottom of the handle. Close it with afirm push. Lock or unlock the glovebox with the master key.

The glove box light comes on onlywhen the parking lights are on.

To open the coin tray, pull on thebottom edge. The light in the traycomes on when the parking lightsare on.

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Lock

An open glove box can causeserious injury to your passengerin a crash, even if thepassenger is wearing the seatbelt.

Always keep the glove boxclosed while driving.

To open the sunglasses holder, pushon the front edge. Make sure theholder is closed while you are driving.

Some larger styles of sunglassesmay not fit in the holder.

To use the center table, pull up theoutside edge of the table until itlatches. To store it, pull the lever andlower the table.

Sitting on or getting under the table,or putting heavy objects on the table,may damage or deform it.

Do not put any items on the tablewhile driving. They may fall down orfly around when you go aroundcorners or brake hard.


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These sockets are intended to supplypower for 12 volt DC accessoriesthat are rated 120 watts or less (10amps).

To use an accessory power socket,the ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.

None of the sockets will power anautomotive type cigarette lighterelement. When more than onesocket is being used, the combinedpower rating of the accessoriesshould be 120 watts or less(10 amps). Open the center pocket by pulling

the handle.

To use the sun visor, pull it down.When using the sun visor for theside window, remove the support rodfrom the clip, and swing it out.

The ceiling light has a three-positionswitch; ON, Door Activated, andOFF. In the Door Activated (center)position, the light comes on whenyou:

Open any door.Unlock the doors and the tailgatewith the key or remote transmitter.

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ON

OFF

DOOR ACTIVATED

After all doors are closed tightly, thelight fades out in about 30 seconds.

The ceiling light (with the switch inthe center position) comes on whenyou remove the key from the ignitionswitch. If you do not open a door, thelight fades out in about 30 seconds.

If you leave any door or the tailgateopen with the key not in the ignitionswitch, the ceiling light will go offafter 3 minutes.

Turn on the spotlight by pushing thebutton. Push the button again to turnit off. You can use the spotlights atall times.

The ignition switch light comes onwhen you open the driver’s door. Itfades out in about 30 seconds afterthe door is closed.

The cargo area light has a three-position switch. In the OFF position,the light does not come on. In thecenter position, the light comes onwhen you open the tailgate or thehatch glass. In the ON position, thelight stays on continuously.

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TAILGATE/HATCH GLASS ACTIVATED

The heating and air conditioningsystem in your vehicle provides acomfortable driving environment inall weather conditions.

The standard audio system hasmany features. This section de-scribes those features and how touse them.

Your vehicle has an anti-theft audiosystem that requires a code numberto enable it.

...............Vents, Heating, and A/C . 98................................Audio System . 103

...................Playing the Radio . 105,116..........................Playing a Disc .109,124..........................Disc Changer .111,125

Disc Player/Changer Error.............................Messages .112,128

.........................Playing a Tape .113,129Caring for the Tape and

...................................Player .115,131.Playing the XM Satellite Radio . 120

............................Radio Reception . 132..................Protecting Your Discs . 134................Remote Audio Controls . 135.................Radio Theft Protection . 136

..........................Setting the Clock . 137...............................Cruise Control . 138

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FAN CONTROLDIAL

TEMPERATURECONTROL DIAL

MODE CONTROLDIAL

RECIRCULATIONBUTTON

AIR CONDITIONING(A/C) BUTTON

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGERBUTTON

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/HEATED MIRRORS BUTTON(If equipped)

The outside air intakes for theheating and cooling system are atthe base of the windshield. Keep thisarea clear of leaves and other debris.

The system should be left in freshair mode under almost all conditions.Keeping the system in recirculationmode, particularly with the A/C off,can cause the windows to fog up.

Switch to recirculation mode whendriving through dusty or smokyconditions, then return to fresh airmode.

This button turns the rear windowdefogger off and on (see page ).

When the recirculation indicator ison, air from the vehicle’s interior issent throughout the system again.When the indicator is off, air isbrought in from the outside of thevehicle (fresh air mode).

This button turns the airconditioning on and off. Theindicator in the button is on whenthe A/C is on.

Turning this dial clockwise increasesthe temperature of the airflow.

Turn this dial to increase or decreasethe fan speed and airflow.

Use the mode control dial to selectthe vents the air flows from. Someair will flow from the dashboardcorner vents in all modes.

Air flows from the centerand corner vents in the dashboard.

Airflow is divided betweenthe vents in the dashboard and thefloor vents.

Air flows from the floorvents. When you select , thesystem automatically switches tofresh air mode.

On some models, this button alsocontrols the heated mirror function(see page ).

The system automaticallyturns on the A/C and switches torecirculation mode. Air flows fromthe center and side vents in thedashboard.

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Air Conditioning (A/C) Button

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The heater uses engine coolant towarm the air. If the engine is cold, itwill be several minutes before youfeel warm air coming from thesystem.

The flow-through ventilation systemdraws in outside air, circulates itthrough the interior, then exhausts itthrough vents near the tailgate.

Air flows from the defrostervents at the base of the windshield.

Airflow is divided betweenthe floor vents and the defrostervents at the base of the windshield.

When you select or ,the system automatically switches tofresh air mode and turns on the A/C.In this case, you cannot turn the A/Coff.

Set the temperature to the lowerlimit.Make sure the A/C is off.Select and fresh air mode.Set the fan to the desired speed.

Select .When you select , the systemautomatically switches to fresh airmode.Set the fan to the desired speed.Adjust the warmth of the air withthe temperature control dial.

Air conditioning places an extra loadon the engine. Watch the enginecoolant temperature gauge (see page

). If it moves near the red zone,turn off the A/C until the gaugereading returns to normal.

Turn on the A/C by pressing thebutton. The indicator in the buttoncomes on when a fan speed isselected.Make sure the temperature is setto maximum cool.Select .If the outside air is humid, selectrecirculation mode. If the outsideair is dry, select fresh air mode.Set the fan to the desired speed.

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To remove fog from the inside of thewindows:

Air conditioning, as it cools, removesmoisture from the air. When used incombination with the heater, itmakes the interior warm and dry.

This setting is suitable for all drivingconditions whenever the outsidetemperature is above 32°F (0°C).

To cool the interior with MAX A/C:

Set the fan to the desired speed.Select MAX A/C mode.The system automatically turns onthe A/C, selects , andswitches to recirculation mode.Make sure the temperature is setto maximum cool.

you cancool it down more rapidly by partiallyopening the windows, turning on theA/C, and setting the fan tomaximum speed in fresh air mode.

Turn the fan on.Turn on the air conditioning.Select and fresh air mode.Adjust the temperature to yourpreference.

Set the fan to the desired speed orhigh for faster defrosting.Select . The systemautomatically switches to fresh airmode and turns on the A/C. TheA/C indicator will not come on, ifit was previously off.Adjust the temperature so theairflow feels warm.Select to help clear therear window and the outsidemirrors (if equipped).To increase airflow to thewindshield, close the corner vents.

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When you select or ,the system automatically switches tofresh air mode and turns on the A/C.This helps to dehumidify the air andto defog the windshield. In eithermode, you cannot turn off the A/C.When you switch to another mode,the A/C returns to its original setting,either on or off, as displayed by theA/C indicator.

Select . The systemautomatically switches to fresh airmode and turns on the A/C. TheA/C indicator does not come on ifit was previously off.Select .Set the fan and temperaturecontrols to maximum level.

To clear the windows faster, you canclose the dashboard corner vents byrotating the wheel below each vent.This sends more warm air to thewindshield defroster vents. Once thewindshield is clear, select fresh airmode to avoid fogging the windows.

For your safety, make sure you havea clear view through all the windowsbefore driving.

Turning the fan speed control dial allthe way to the left shuts the systemoff.

Keep the system off for shortperiods only.

To keep stale air and mustinessfrom collecting, you should havethe fan running at all times.

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Some models may have one of theaudio systems described in thissection. Read the appropriate pagesin this section for operation of theaudio systems installed in yourvehicle.

page to for U.S. LX model,Canadian SE modelpage to for U.S. EX, SEmodels, Canadian EX, EX-Lmodels

If your vehicle has a different audiosystem refer to its manual foroperating instructions.

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You can use any of five methods tofind radio stations on the selectedband: thepreset buttons, and .

Use the TUNE knob totune the radio to a desired frequency.Turn the knob right to tune to ahigher frequency, or left to tune to alower frequency.

The SEEK functionsearches up and down from thecurrent frequency to find a stationwith a strong signal. To activate it,press the or SEEK button, thenrelease it.

The ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.Turn the system on by pushing thePWR/VOL knob or the AM or FMbutton. Adjust the volume by turningthe PWR/VOL knob.

The SCAN functionsamples all stations with strongsignals on the selected band. Toactivate it, press the SCAN button,then release it. You will see SCAN inthe display. The system will scan fora station with a strong signal. Whenit finds one, it will stop and play thatstation for about 10 seconds.

If you do nothing, the system willscan for the next strong station andplay it for 10 seconds. When it playsa station that you want to listen to,press the SCAN button again.

The band and frequency that theradio was last tuned to is displayed.To change bands, press the AM orFM button. On the FM band, ST willbe displayed if the station isbroadcasting in stereo.

Stereo reproduction on AM is notavailable.

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FM. FM1 and FM2 let you storetwo frequencies with each presetbutton.

Use the TUNE, SEEK, or SCANfunction to tune the radio to adesired station.

Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store atotal of six stations on AM andtwelve stations on FM.

The preset frequencies will be lost ifyour vehicle’s battery goes dead, isdisconnected, or the radio fuse isremoved.

If you do not like the stations autoselect has stored, you can storeother frequencies on the presetbuttons as previously described.

You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed afterpressing a preset button if autoselect cannot find a strong station forevery preset button.

Press the A. SEL button. ‘‘A.SEL’’flashes in the display, and the systemgoes into scan mode for severalseconds. It stores the frequencies ofsix AM and twelve FM stations inthe preset buttons.

Pick a preset button and hold ituntil you hear a beep.

Each preset button canstore one frequency on AM and twofrequencies on FM.

To turn off auto select, press theA. SEL button. This restores thepresets you originally set.

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You can use the instrument panelbrightness control knob to adjust theillumination of the audio system (seepage ). The audio systemilluminates when the parking lightsare on, even if the radio is off.

Adjust the balance or side-to-side strength of the sound.

Adjust the fader or thefront-to-back strength of the sound.

Adjust the treble in thesound.

Adjust the bass in the sound.

Press the knob to pop itout. Turn it to adjust the Bass level.Pull it out slightly farther to adjustthe Fade, or front-to-back strength.Push the knob back in when you aredone adjusting the sound.

Press the knob to pop itout. Turn it to adjust the Treble level.Pull it out slightly farther to adjustthe balance, or side-to-side strength.Push the knob back in when you aredone adjusting the sound.

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If you turn the system off while a CDis playing, either with the PWR/VOLknob or by turning off the ignition,the disc will stay in the drive. Whenyou turn the system back on, the CDwill begin playing where it left off.

To play the tape when a CD isplaying, insert a tape in the player. Ifa tape is in the player, press theTAPE button. Press the CD buttonagain to switch back to the CDplayer.

To play the radio when a CD isplaying, press the AM or FM button.Press the CD button again to switchback to the CD player.

To load or play CDs, the ignitionswitch must be in the ACCESSORY(I) or the ON(II) position.

You operate the CD player with thesame controls used for the radio. Toselect the CD player, press the CDbutton. The number of the trackplaying is shown in the display. Thesystem will continuously play a CDuntil you change modes.

Insert a CD into the CD slot. Thedrive will pull the CD in the rest ofthe way to play it. When the systemreaches the end of the disc, it willreturn to the beginning and play thedisc again.

You can also play 3-inch (8-cm) discswithout using an adapter ring.

Each time you press andrelease the skip button, the playerskips forward to the beginning of thenext track. Press and release theskip button, to skip backward to thebeginning of the current track. Pressit again to skip to the beginning ofthe previous track.

To move rapidly within a track, pressand hold the or skip button.

To continuously replaya track, press and release the RPTbutton. You will see REPEAT in thedisplay. Press it again to turn it off.

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This feature plays thetracks in random order. To activaterandom play, press and release theRDM button. You will see RDM inthe display. Press it again to returnto normal play.

The SCAN functionsamples all the tracks on the disc inthe order they are recorded on theCD. To activate it, press and hold theSCAN button. You will see SCAN inthe display. You will get a 10 secondsampling of each track on the CD.Press the SCAN button again to getout of the system and play the lasttrack sampled.

Press the eject button ( ) toremove the CD. If you eject the CD,but do not remove it from the slot,the system will automatically reloadthe CD after 10 seconds and put it inpause mode. To begin playing, pressthe CD button.

Press the AM or FM button toswitch to the radio while a CD isplaying. To play the CD, press theCD button.

If a tape is in the tape player, pressthe TAPE button to switch to thetape while a CD is playing. Press theCD button again to switch back tothe CD player.


For information on how to handleand protect discs, see page .

An optional six disc CD changer isavailable from your dealer.This disc changer uses the samecontrols used for the in-dash CDplayer or the radio.

Load the desired CDs in themagazine, and load the magazine inthe changer according to theinstructions that came with it.

To select the CD changer, press theCD button. The CD and tracknumbers will be displayed. To selecta different CD, use the preset 5(DISC ) button to select theprevious disc, or the preset 6 (DISC

) button to select the next disc insequence. If you select an empty slotin the magazine, the changer willsearch for the next available CD toload and play.

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If you see an error message in thedisplay while playing a CD, find thecause in the chart to the right. If youcannot clear the error message, takethe vehicle to your dealer.

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Will disappear when the temperature returns tonormal.Insert CDs in magazine.Press the CD eject button and pull out the CDs.Check for an error message, and insert the CDsagain. If the message does not disappear or theCDs cannot be pulled out, see your dealer.

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Press the CD eject button and pull out the CD.Check it for damage or deformation.If the CD cannot be pulled out, or the errormessage does not disappear after the CD isejected, see your dealer.Will disappear when the temperature returns tonormal.Press the eject button and pull out the CD.Check if it is inserted correctly in the CD player.Make sure the CD is not scratched or damaged.

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Dolby noise reduction is manufactured underlicense from Dolby Laboratories LicensingCorporation. ‘‘DOLBY’’ and the double-D symbol

are trademarks of Dolby LaboratoriesLicensing Corporation.

Dolby noise reduction turns onwhen you insert a tape. The

indicator will light in thedisplay. If the tape was not recordedin Dolby, turn it off by pressing the

button. Dolby remains off untilyou press the button again.

To remove the tape, press the ejectbutton. If you want to turn the playeroff, press the PWR/VOL knob orturn off the ignition. The tape willremain in the drive. When you turnthe system back on, the tape willbegin playing where it left off.

The ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II)position. Make sure the open side ofthe tape is facing right, then insertthe tape most of the way into the slot.The system will pull the tape in therest of the way and begin to play it.

The tape direction indicator in thedisplay comes on to show you whichside of the tape is playing. Theindicates the side you insertedupward is now playing. If you want toplay the other side, press the PROGbutton. When the player reaches theend of the tape, it will automaticallyreverse direction and play the otherside.

To switch to the radio or CD playerwhile a tape is playing, press the AM,FM, or CD button. To change backto the tape player, press the TAPEbutton.

To rewind the tape,push the REW button. You will seeREW in the display. To fast forwardthe tape, push the FF button. Youwill see FF displayed. Press the FF,REW, or PLAY button to take thesystem out of rewind or fast forward.

Press the button to findthe beginning of the current song orpassage. Press the button to findthe beginning of the next song orpassage. When the system reachesthe beginning of a song or passage, itbegins to play it.

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－The tape player picks up dirt andoxides from the tape. Thiscontamination builds up over timeand causes the sound quality todegrade. To prevent this, you shouldclean the player after every 30 hoursof use.

If you do not clean the tape playerregularly, it may eventually becomeimpossible to remove thecontamination with a normalcleaning kit. Your dealer has acleaning kit available.

Use 100-minute or shorter tapes.Tapes longer than that may break orjam the drive.

Store tapes in their cases to protectthem from dust and moisture. Neverplace tapes where they will beexposed to direct sunlight, high heat,or high humidity. If a tape is exposedto extreme heat or cold, let it reach amoderate temperature beforeinserting it into the player.

If the tape is loose, tighten it byturning the hub with a pencil or yourfinger. If the label is peeling off,remove it or it could cause the tapeto jam in the player. Never try toinsert a warped or damaged tape in

the player.

Never try to insert foreign objectsinto the tape player.

Press the RPT buttonto continuously play a song orpassage. You will see REPEATdisplayed. The track will repeat untilyou press the RPT button again.

The skip and repeatfunctions use silent periods on thetape to find the end of a song orpassage. These features may notwork if there is almost no gapbetween selections, a high noiselevel, or a silent period in the middleof a selection.

If you see the error message‘‘ ’’ on the display, press thetape eject button to remove the tapefrom the unit. Make sure the tape isnot damaged. If the tape will noteject or the error message stays onafter the tape ejects, take yourvehicle to your dealer.

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SEEK BUTTONS

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The SCAN functionsamples all stations with strongsignals on the selected band. Toactivate it, press the SCAN button,then release it. You will see SCAN inthe display. The system will scan fora station with a strong signal. Whenit finds one, it will stop and play thatstation for about 5 seconds.

If you do nothing, the system willscan for the next strong station andplay it for 5 seconds. When it plays astation you want to listen to, pressthe SCAN button again.

You can use any of five methods tofind radio stations on the selectedband: thepreset buttons, and .

Use the TUNE knob totune the radio to a desired frequency.Turn the knob right to tune to ahigher frequency, or left to tune to alower frequency.

The SEEK functionsearches up and down from thecurrent frequency to find a stationwith a strong signal. To activate it,press the or SEEK button, thenrelease it.

The ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II)position. Turn the system on bypushing the PWR/VOL knob or theFM/AM button. Adjust the volumeby turning the PWR/VOL knob.

The band and frequency that theradio was last tuned to is displayed.To change bands, press the FM/AMbutton. On the FM band, ST will bedisplayed if the station is broadcast-ing in stereo. Stereo reproduction onAM is not available.

XM satellite radio information isavailable on page .120

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－－ If you aretraveling far from home and can nolonger receive your preset stations,you can use the auto select feature tofind stations in the local area.Select the desired band, AM or

FM. FM1 and FM2 let you storetwo frequencies with each presetbutton.

Use the TUNE, SEEK, or SCANfunction to tune the radio to adesired station.

Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store atotal of six stations on AM andtwelve stations on FM.

The preset frequencies will be lost ifyour vehicle’s battery goes dead, isdisconnected, or the radio fuse isremoved.

Each preset button canstore one frequency on AM and twofrequencies on FM.

Pick a preset button and hold ituntil you hear a beep.

Press the A. SEL button. ‘‘A.SEL’’flashes in the display, and the systemgoes into scan mode for severalseconds. It stores the frequencies ofsix AM and twelve FM stations inthe preset buttons.

You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed afterpressing a preset button if autoselect cannot find a strong station forevery preset button.

If you do not like the stations autoselect has stored, you can storeother frequencies on the presetbuttons as previously described.

To turn off auto select, press theA. SEL button. This restores thepresets you originally set.

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You can use the instrument panelbrightness control knob to adjust theillumination of the audio system (seepage ). The audio systemilluminates when the parking lightsare on, even if the radio is off.

Adjust the balance or side-to-side strength of the sound.

Adjust the fader or thefront-to-back strength of the sound.

Adjust the treble in thesound.

Adjust the bass in the sound.

Press the SOUND knob repeatedlyto display the Bass (BAS), Treble(TRE), Fader (FAD), and Balance(BAL) settings.

Each mode is shown in the display asit changes. Turn the SOUND knobto adjust the setting to your liking.When the level reaches the center,you will see a ‘‘C’’ in the display. Thesystem will return to the audiodisplay about 5 seconds after youstop adjusting a mode.

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CATEGORY MODE INDICATOR

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XM is a registered trademark ofXM Satellite Radio, Inc.Satellite radio is available in U.S.models only.

Press and hold this button for morethan 2 seconds to change the modebetween the channel number and thecategory.

The scan function samplesall channels for 5 seconds. Toactivate the function, push the SCANbutton. Push it again to get out of thesequence.

Each preset button canstore one channel in XM1 and one inXM2.

Push the CD/XM button, you willsee XM1 or XM2.Use the TUNE, SEEK or SCANfunction to tune the radio to adesired channel.Pick a preset button and hold ituntil you hear a beep.Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store a totalof six stations on XM1 and six onXM2.

The ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II)position.Turn the system on:

Press and release thisbutton to change the display. Thedisplay will change in the followingsequence: channel name, channelnumber, category, artist name, andmusic title.

The SEEK/SKIPfunction selects the variouscategories in XM, such as Jazz/Blues,Rock, Classical, etc. Push the tochange the category forward. Pushthe to change the categorybackward. To search for channelswithin a category, turn the TUNEknob clockwise.

Turn the TUNE knob tochange channel selection. Turn theknob right for higher numberedchannels and left for lowernumbered channels.

When in the satellite radio mode,

you can use any of three methods tofind channels: TUNE, SEEK/SKIP,and SCAN.

Turn the PWR/VOL knob to adjustthe volume.

Push any of the following: PWR/VOL knob or the CD/XM button.

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Satellite radio receives signals fromtwo satellites to produce clear, high-quality digital reception. It offersmany channels in several categories.Along with a large selection ofdifferent types of music, satelliteradio also allows you to view channeland category selections in the audiodisplay.

The XM satellites are in orbit overthe equator; therefore, objects southof the vehicle may cause satellitereception interruptions. To helpcompensate for this, ground-basedrepeaters are placed in majormetropolitan areas.

Satellite signals are more likely to beblocked by tall buildings andmountains the farther north youtravel from the equator.

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Signal may beblocked bymountains orlarge obstaclesto the south.

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Signal is weaker inthese areas.

Depending on where you drive, youmay experience reception problems.Interference can be caused by any ofthese conditions:

Driving on the south side of aneast/west mountain road.Driving on the north side of alarge commercial truck on aneast/west road.Driving in tunnels.Driving on a road beside a verticalwall, steep cliff, or hill to the southof you.Driving on the lower level of amulti-tiered road.Driving on a single lane roadalongside dense trees taller than50 ft. (15 m) to the south of you.

There may also be other geographicsituations that could affect satelliteradio reception.

If your XM Radio service has expiredor you purchased your vehicle froma previous owner, you can listen to asampling of the broadcasts availableon XM satellite radio. With theignition switch in the ACCESSORY(I) or the ON (II) position, push thePWR/VOL knob to turn on the audiosystem, and press the CD/XMbutton. A variety of music types andstyles will play.

If you decide to purchase XMsatellite radio service, contact XMRadio at , or at1-800-852-9696. You will need to givethem your radio I.D. number andyour credit card number. To get yourradio I.D. number, turn the TUNE

knob until ‘‘0’’ appears in the display.Your I.D. will appear in the display.

After you’ve registered with XMRadio, keep your audio system in thesatellite radio mode while you waitfor activation. This should take about30 minutes.

While waiting for activation, makesure your vehicle remains in an openarea with good reception. Once youraudio system is activated, ‘‘category’’or ‘‘CH’’ will appear in the display,and you’ll be able to listen to XMRadio broadcasts. XM Radio willcontinue to send an activation signalto your vehicle for at least 12 hoursfrom the activation request. If theservice has not been activated after36 hours, contact XM Radio.

As required by the FCC:Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’sauthority to operate the equipment.

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REPEAT BUTTON CD SELECT BUTTONS

Canadian EX and EX-L models

POWER/VOLUMEKNOB

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You operate the CD player/CDchanger with the same controls usedfor the radio. To select the CDplayer/CD changer, press the CDbutton. The number of the trackplaying is shown in the display. Withthe in-dash CD changer, the disc andtrack numbers are displayed. Thesystem will continuously play a CDuntil you change modes.


To play the tape when a CD isplaying, insert a tape in the player. Ifa tape is in the player, press theTAPE button. Press the CD buttonagain to switch back to the CDplayer.

To load or play CDs, the ignitionswitch must be in the ACCESSORY(I) or the ON(II) position.

You can also play 3-inch (8-cm) discswithout using an adapter ring.

To play the radio when a CD isplaying, press the AM/FM button.Press the CD button again to switchback to the CD player.

Your vehicle’s in-dash CD changerholds up to six discs.

Press the LOAD button until youhear a beep and see ‘‘LOAD’’ inthe display.To load only one CD, press andrelease the LOAD button.

The disc number for an emptyposition is highlighted.

Insert the disc into the CD slotwhen the green CD load indicatorcomes on. Insert it only abouthalfway; the drive will pull it in therest of the way. You will see‘‘BUSY’’ in the display while theCD load indicator turns red andblinks as the CD is loaded.

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When the CD load indicator turnsgreen and ‘‘LOAD’’ appears in thescreen again, insert the next CD inthe slot. Do not try to insert a CDuntil ‘‘LOAD’’ appears. You coulddamage the audio unit.

Repeat this until all six positionsare loaded. If you are not loadingall six positions, the system beginsplaying the last CD loaded.

You can also load a CD into an emptyposition while a CD is playing bypressing the appropriate presetbutton. The system stops playing thecurrent CD and starts the loadingsequence. It plays the CD just loaded.

To listen to satellite radio when a CDis playing, press the CD/XM button.

Press and release the DISPbutton to switch the display betweenthe track and disc numbers and theelapsed time for the current CD.

To move rapidly within a track, pressand hold the or skip button.

The SCAN functionsamples all the tracks on theselected disc in the order they arerecorded on the CD. To activate it,press and hold the SCAN button.You will see SCAN in the display.You will get a 10 second sampling ofeach track on the selected CD. Pressthe SCAN button again to get out ofthe system and play the last tracksampled.

To select a different CD, use theappropriate preset buttons (1 to 6).

This feature plays thetracks in random order. To activaterandom play, press and release theRDM button. You will see RDM inthe display. Press it again to returnto normal play.

To continuously replaya track, press and release the RPTbutton. You will see RPT in thedisplay. Press it again to turn it off.

Each time you press andrelease the skip button the playerskips forward to the beginning of thenext track. Press and release theskip button to skip backward to thebeginning of the current track. Pressit again to skip to the beginning ofthe previous track.

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You can also eject discs when theignition switch is off. The disc thatwas last selected is ejected first.

To remove a different CD from thechanger, first select it with theappropriate preset button. When thatCD begins playing, press the ejectbutton. Continue pressing the ejectbutton to remove all the discs fromthe changer.

For information on how to handleand protect discs, see page .

Press the FM/AM or CD button toswitch to the radio or satellite radiowhile a CD is playing. To play theCD, press the CD button again.

If a tape is in the tape player, pressthe TAPE button to switch to thetape while a CD is playing. Press theCD button again to switch back tothe CD player/CD changer.


To remove the disc currently in play,press the eject ( ) button. Whena disc is removed from a slot, thesystem automatically begins the loadsequence so you can load anotherCD in that position. If you do notremove the disc from the changerwithin 10 seconds, the systemreturns to the previous mode (AM/FM or satellite radio). The disc willreload into the system and willremain there in a pause mode.

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If you see an error message in thedisplay while playing a CD, find thecause in the chart to the right. If youcannot clear the error message, takethe vehicle to your dealer.

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Dolby noise reduction turns onwhen you insert a tape. The

indicator will light in thedisplay. If the tape was not recordedin Dolby, turn it off by pressing the

button. Dolby remains off untilyou press the button again.

To remove the tape, press the ejectbutton. If you want to turn the playeroff, press the PWR/VOL knob orturn off the ignition. The tape willremain in the drive. When you turnthe system back on, the tape willbegin playing where it left off.

The ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II)position. Make sure the open side ofthe tape is facing right, then insertthe tape most of the way into the slot.The system will pull the tape in therest of the way and begin to play it.

The tape direction indicator in thedisplay comes on to show you whichside of the tape is playing. Theindicates the side you insertedupward is now playing. If you want toplay the other side, press the PROGbutton. When the player reaches theend of the tape, it will automaticallyreverse direction and play the otherside.

To switch to the radio, XM Radio(optional on U.S. EX and SE models),or CD changer while a Tape isplaying, press the FM/AM or CD/XM button. To change back to thetape player, press the TAPE button.

To rewind the tape,push the REW button. You will seeREW in the display. To fast forwardthe tape, push the FF button. Youwill see FF displayed. Press the FF,REW, or PLAY button to take thesystem out of rewind or fast forward.

Press the button to findthe beginning of the current song orpassage. Press the button to findthe beginning of the next song orpassage. When the system reachesthe beginning of a song or passage, itbegins to play it.

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－The tape player picks up dirt andoxides from the tape. Thiscontamination builds up over timeand causes the sound quality todegrade. To prevent this, you shouldclean the player after every 30 hoursof use.

If you do not clean the tape playerregularly, it may eventually becomeimpossible to remove thecontamination with a normalcleaning kit. Your dealer has acleaning kit available.

Use 100-minute or shorter tapes.Tapes longer than that may break orjam the drive.

Store tapes in their cases to protectthem from dust and moisture. Neverplace tapes where they will beexposed to direct sunlight, high heat,or high humidity. If a tape is exposedto extreme heat or cold, let it reach amoderate temperature beforeinserting it into the player.

If the tape is loose, tighten it byturning the hub with a pencil or yourfinger. If the label is peeling off,remove it or it could cause the tapeto jam in the player. Never try toinsert a warped or damaged tape in

the player.

Never try to insert foreign objectsinto the tape player.

If you see the error message‘‘ ’’ on the display, press thetape eject button to remove the tapefrom the unit. Make sure the tape isnot damaged. If the tape will noteject or the error message stays onafter the tape ejects, take yourvehicle to your dealer.

Press the RPT buttonto continuously play a song orpassage. You will see RPT displayed.The track will repeat until you pressthe RPT button again.

The skip and repeatfunctions use silent periods on thetape to find the end of a song orpassage. These features may notwork if there is almost no gapbetween selections, a high noiselevel, or a silent period in the middleof a selection.

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The radio can receive the completeAM and FM bands.Those bands cover these frequen-cies:

AM band: 530 to 1,710 kilohertzFM band: 87.7 to 107.9 megahertz

How well the radio receives stationsis dependent on many factors, suchas the distance from the station’stransmitter, nearby large objects,and atmospheric conditions.

Driving very near the transmitter ofa station that is broadcasting on afrequency close to the frequency ofthe station you are listening to canalso affect your radio’s reception.You may temporarily hear bothstations, or hear only the station youare close to.

A radio station’s signal gets weakeras you get farther away from itstransmitter. If you are listening to anAM station, you will notice the soundvolume becoming weaker, and thestation drifting in and out. If you arelistening to an FM station, you willsee the stereo indicator flickering offand on as the signal weakens.Eventually, the stereo indicator willgo off and the sound will fadecompletely as you get out of range ofthe station’s signal.

Radio stations on the AM band areassigned frequencies at least 10kilohertz apart (530, 540, 550).Stations on the FM band areassigned frequencies at least 0.2megahertz apart (87.9, 88.1, 88.3).

Stations must use these exactfrequencies. It is fairly common forstations to round off the frequency intheir advertising, so your radio coulddisplay a frequency of 100.9 eventhough the announcer may identifythe station as ‘‘FM101.’’

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Radio signals, especially on the FMband, are deflected by large objectssuch as buildings and hills. Yourradio then receives both the directsignal from the station’s transmitter,and the deflected signal. This causesthe sound to distort or flutter. This isa main cause of poor radio receptionin city driving.

Radio reception can be affected byatmospheric conditions such asthunderstorms, high humidity, andeven sunspots. You may be able toreceive a distant radio station oneday and not receive it the next daybecause of a change in conditions.

Electrical interference from passingvehicles and stationary sources cancause temporary reception problems.

As required by the FCC:Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’sauthority to operate the equipment.

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When using CD-R/CD-RW discs,use only high quality CDs labeledfor audio use.

When recording a CD-R/CD-RW,the recording must be closed for itto be used by the system.

Play only standard round CDs.Odd-shaped CDs may jam in thedrive or cause other problems.

Handle your CDs properly toprevent damage and skipping.

When a CD is not being played, storeit in its case to protect it from dustand other contamination. To preventwarpage, keep CDs out of directsunlight and extreme heat.

To clean a CD, use a clean soft cloth.Wipe across the CD from the centerto the outside edge.

A new CD may be rough on theinner and outer edges. The smallplastic pieces causing this roughnesscan flake off and fall on the re-cording surface of the CD, causingskipping or other problems. Removethese pieces by rubbing the innerand outer edges with the side of apencil or pen.

Never try to insert foreign objects inthe CD player/CD changer or themagazine.

Handle a CD by its edges; nevertouch either surface. Do not placestabilizer rings or labels on the CD.These, along with contaminationfrom fingerprints, liquids, and felt-tippens, can cause the CD to not playproperly or possibly jam in the drive.

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Three controls for the audio systemare mounted in the steering wheelhub. These let you control basicfunctions without removing yourhand from the wheel.

The VOL switch adjusts the volumeup ( ) or down ( ). Push theswitch up or down and hold it untilthe desired volume is reached, thenrelease it.

The MODE button changes themode. Pressing the buttonrepeatedly selects FM1, FM2, AM,CD (if a CD is loaded), or a tape. Onmodels with satellite radio system,you can also select XM1 and XM2.

If you are listening to the radio, usethe CH button to change stations.Each time you press the button, thesystem goes to the next presetstation on the band you are listeningto.

If you are playing a CD, the systemskips to the beginning of the nexttrack each time you push the CHbutton. You will see the disc andtrack number in the display.

If you are playing a tape, press theCH button to advance to the nextselection. The system senses a silentperiod, then resumes playing.

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Your vehicle’s audio system willdisable itself if it is disconnectedfrom electrical power for any reason.To make it work again, you mustenter a specific five-digit code in thepreset buttons. Because there arehundreds of number combinationspossible from five digits, making thesystem work without knowing theexact code is nearly impossible.

You should have received a card thatlists your audio system’s code andserial numbers. It is best to store thiscard in a safe place at home. Inaddition, you should write the audiosystem’s serial number in this owner’smanual.

If you lose the card, you must obtainthe code number from a dealer. Todo this, you will need the system’sserial number.

If you make a mistake entering thecode, do not start over; complete thefive-digit sequence, then enter thecorrect code. You have 10 tries toenter the correct code. If you areunsuccessful in 10 attempts, youmust then leave the system on for 1hour before trying again.

You will have to store your favoritestations in the preset buttons afterthe system begins working. Youroriginal settings were lost when thepower was disconnected.

If your vehicle’s battery isdisconnected or goes dead, or theradio fuse is removed, the audiosystem will disable itself. If thishappens, you will see CODE in thefrequency display the next time youturn on the system. Use the presetbuttons to enter the five-digit code.The code is on the radio code cardincluded in your owner’s manual kit.When it is entered correctly, theradio will start playing.

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If your vehicle’s battery isdisconnected or goes dead, you mayneed to set the clock.

Press the CLOCK button until youhear a beep. The displayed timebegins to blink. Change the hours bypressing the H (preset 4) buttonuntil the numbers advance to thedesired time. Change the minutes bypress the M (preset 5) button untilthe numbers advance to the desiredtime.

When you are finished, press theCLOCK button again.

You can quickly set the time to thenearest hour. If the displayed timeis before the half hour, press theCLOCK button until you hear abeep, then press the R (preset 6)button to set the clock back to theprevious hour. If the displayedtime is after the half hour, theclock sets forward to the

beginning of the next hour.

1:06 will reset to 1:001:53 will reset to 2:00

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U.S. model isshown.

U.S.: EX and SE modelsCanada: EX and EX-L models

U.S.: LX modelCanada: SE model

Cruise control allows you to maintaina set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h)without keeping your foot on theaccelerator pedal. It should be usedfor cruising on straight, openhighways. It is not recommended forcity driving, winding roads, slipperyroads, heavy rain, or bad weather.

Accelerate to the desired cruisingspeed above 25 mph (40 km/h).

Press and release the SET/DECEL button on the steeringwheel. The CRUISE CONTROLindicator on the instrument panelcomes on to show the system isnow activated.

Push in the cruise control masterbutton. The indicator will come on.

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CANCELImproper use of the cruisecontrol can lead to a crash.

Use the cruise control onlywhen traveling on openhighways in good weather.

You can increase the set cruisingspeed in any of these ways:

You can decrease the set cruisingspeed in any of these ways:

When climbing a steep hill, theautomatic transmission maydownshift to hold the set speed.

Press and hold the RES/ACCELbutton. When you reach thedesired cruising speed, release thebutton.

Push on the accelerator pedal untilyou reach the desired cruisingspeed, then press the SET/DECEL button.

To increase the speed in verysmall amounts, tap the RES/ACCEL button. Each time you dothis, your vehicle will speed upabout 1 mph (1.6 km/h).

Cruise control may not hold the setspeed when you are going up anddown hills. If your speed increasesgoing down a hill, use the brakes toslow down. This will cancel thecruise control. To resume the setspeed, press the RES/ACCEL button.The CRUISE CONTROL indicatoron the instrument panel will comeback on.

Tap the brake or clutch pedallightly with your foot. TheCRUISE CONTROL indicator onthe instrument panel goes out.When the vehicle slows to thedesired speed, press the SET/DECEL button.

To slow down in very smallamounts, tap the SET/DECELbutton. Each time you do this,your vehicle will slow down about1 mph (1.6 km/h).

Press and hold the SET/DECELbutton. Release the button whenyou reach the desired speed.

If you need to decrease yourspeed quickly, use the brakes as younormally would.

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Even with the cruise control turnedon, you can still use the acceleratorpedal to speed up for passing. Aftercompleting the pass, take your footoff the accelerator pedal. The vehiclewill return to the set cruising speed.

Resting your foot on the brake orclutch pedal causes the cruisecontrol to cancel.

You can cancel cruise control in anyof these ways:

Tap the brake or clutch pedal.

Push the CANCEL button on thesteering wheel.

Push the cruise control masterbutton.

When you push the CANCEL button,or tap the brake or clutch pedal, thesystem remembers the previouslyset cruising speed. To return to thatspeed, accelerate to above 25 mph(40 km/h) and then press andrelease the RES/ACCEL button. TheCRUISE CONTROL indicator comeson, and the vehicle will accelerate tothe same cruising speed as before.

Pressing the cruise control masterbutton turns the system off anderases the previous cruising speed.

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Before you begin driving yourvehicle, you should know whatgasoline to use and how to check thelevels of important fluids. You alsoneed to know how to properly storeluggage or packages. Theinformation in this section will helpyou. If you plan to add anyaccessories to your vehicle, pleaseread the information in this sectionfirst.

.............................Break-in Period . 142.................Fuel Recommendation . 142

.........Service Station Procedures . 143....................................Refueling . 143

Opening and Closing................................the Hood . 144

...................................Oil Check . 145.............Engine Coolant Check . 146

...............................Fuel Economy . 147...Accessories and Modifications . 148

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Help assure your vehicle’s futurereliability and performance by payingextra attention to how you driveduring the first 600 miles (1,000 km).

Avoid full-throttle starts and rapidacceleration.

Do not change the oil until thescheduled maintenance time.

Avoid hard braking for the first200 miles (300 km).

During this period:

You should also follow theserecommendations with anoverhauled or exchanged engine, orwhen the brakes are replaced.

Do not tow a trailer.

Your vehicle is designed to operateon unleaded gasoline with a pumpoctane number of 87 or higher. Useof a lower octane gasoline can causea persistent, heavy metallic rappingnoise that can lead to engine damage.

We recommend using gasolinecontaining detergent additives thathelp prevent fuel system and enginedeposits.

In addition, in order to maintain goodperformance, fuel economy, andemissions control, we stronglyrecommend, in areas where it isavailable, the use of gasoline thatdoes NOT contain manganese-basedfuel additives such as MMT.

Use of gasoline with these additivesmay adversely affect performance,and cause the malfunction indicatorlamp on your instrument panel tocome on. If this happens, contact

your authorized dealer for service.

Some gasoline today is blended withoxygenates such as ethanol orMTBE. Your vehicle is designed tooperate on oxygenated gasolinecontaining up to 10 percent ethanolby volume and up to 15 percentMTBE by volume. Do not usegasoline containing methanol.

If you notice any undesirableoperating symptoms, try anotherservice station or switch to anotherbrand of gasoline.

For further important fuel-relatedinformation, please refer to your

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Open the fuel fill door by pullingon the handle located under thelower left corner of the dashboard.

Park with the driver’s side closestto the service station pump.

Remove the fuel fill cap slowly.You may hear a hissing sound aspressure inside the tank escapes.The fuel fill cap is attached to thefuel filler with a tether. Put theattachment on the fuel fill cap intothe slit on the fuel fill door.

Stop filling the tank after the fuelnozzle automatically clicks off. Donot try to ‘‘top off’’ the tank. Leavesome room for the fuel to expandwith temperature changes.

even though the tank is not full,there may be a problem with yourvehicle’s fuel vapor recoverysystem. The system helps keepfuel vapors from going into theatmosphere. Try filling at anotherpump. If this does not fix theproblem, consult your dealer.

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Gasoline is highly flammableand explosive. You can beburned or seriously injuredwhen handling fuel.

Stop the engine, and keepheat, sparks, and flame away.Handle fuel only outdoors.Wipe up spills immediately.

Reach in between the hood andthe front grille with your fingers.The hood latch handle is abovethe ‘‘H’’ logo. Push this handle upuntil it releases the hood. Lift thehood.

If the hood latch handle movesstiffly, or if you can open the hoodwithout lifting the handle, themechanism should be cleaned andlubricated.

Park the vehicle, and set theparking brake. Pull the hoodrelease handle located under thelower left corner of the dashboard.The hood will pop up slightly.

Push the fuel fill door closed untilit latches.

Screw the fuel fill cap back onuntil it clicks at least once. If youdo not properly tighten the cap,the malfunction indicator lampmay come on (see page ).

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HOOD RELEASE HANDLELATCH

Wait a few minutes after turning theengine off before you check the oil.

Remove the dipstick (orangehandle).

Wipe off the dipstick with a cleancloth or paper towel.

Insert it all the way back in its hole.

To close the hood, lift it up slightly toremove the support rod from thehole. Put the support rod back intoits holding clip. Lower the hood toabout a foot (30 cm) above thefender, then let it drop. Make sure itis securely latched.

Remove the dipstick again, andcheck the level. It should bebetween the upper and lowermarks.

If it is near or below the lower mark,see on page .

Pull the support rod out of its clip,and insert the end into thedesignated hole in the hood.

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Look at the coolant level in theradiator reserve tank. Make sure it isbetween the MAX and MIN lines. Ifit is below the MIN line, see

on page forinformation on adding the propercoolant.

Refer toon page for

information about checking otheritems on your vehicle.

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MAX RESERVE TANK

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Always maintain your vehicleaccording to the maintenanceschedule. See

(see page).

an underinflated tirecauses more ‘‘rolling resistance,’’which uses more fuel.

The build-up of snow or mud onyour vehicle’s underside addsweight and rolling resistance.Frequent cleaning helps your fuelmileage and reduces the chance ofcorrosion.

Always drive in the highest gearpossible.

The air conditioning puts an extraload on the engine which makes ituse more fuel. Use the fresh-airventilation when possible.

Combine several short trips intoone.

Try to maintain a constant speed.Every time you slow down andspeed up, your vehicle uses extrafuel. Use cruise control whenappropriate.

Drive moderately. Rapidacceleration, abrupt cornering,and hard braking use more fuel.

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Modifying your vehicle, or installingsome non-Honda accessories, canmake it unsafe. Before you make anymodifications or add any accessories,be sure to read the followinginformation.

When properly installed, cellularphones, alarms, two-way radios, andlow-powered audio systems shouldnot interfere with your vehicle’scomputer controlled systems, suchas your airbags and anti-lock brakes.

Before installing any accessory:

Make sure the accessory does notobscure any lights, or interferewith proper vehicle operation orperformance.

Before installing any electronicaccessory, have the installercontact your dealer for assistance.If possible, have your dealerinspect the final installation.

Do not install accessories on theside pillars or across the rearwindows. In these areas,accessories may interfere withproper operation of the sidecurtain airbags.

Your dealer has Honda accessoriesthat allow you to personalize yourvehicle. These accessories havebeen designed and approved for yourvehicle, and are covered by warranty.

Although non-Honda accessoriesmay fit on your vehicle, they may notmeet factory specifications, andcould adversely affect your vehicle’shandling and stability.

Be sure electronic accessories donot overload electrical circuits(see page ) or interfere withproper operation of your vehicle.

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Improper accessories ormodifications can affect yourvehicle’s handling, stability, andperformance, and cause acrash in which you can be hurtor killed.

Follow all instructions in thisowner’s manual regardingaccessories and modifications.

Larger or smaller wheels and tirescan interfere with the operation ofyour vehicle’s anti-lock brakes andother systems.

If you plan to modify your vehicle,consult your dealer.

Modifying your steering wheel orany other part of your vehicle’ssafety features can make thesystems ineffective.

Lowering your vehicle with anon-Honda suspension kit thatsignificantly reduces groundclearance can allow theundercarriage to hit speed bumpsor other raised objects, whichcould cause the airbags to deploy.

Raising your vehicle with anon-Honda suspension kit canaffect the handling and stability.

Non-Honda wheels, because theyare a universal design, can causeexcessive stress on suspensioncomponents.

Removing parts from your vehicle,or replacing components, withnon-Honda components couldseriously affect your vehicle’shandling, stability, and reliability.

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Your vehicle has several convenientstorage areas:

Door pockets

Tailgate pocketsGlove boxDashboard pocket

Seat-back pocketsCenter pocketCargo area, including the rearseats when folded up or down.

However, carrying too much cargo,or improperly storing it, can affectyour vehicle’s handling, stability,stopping distance, and tires, andmake it unsafe. Before carrying anytype of cargo, be sure to read thefollowing pages.

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DOOR POCKETS

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Steps for determining correct loadlimit:The maximum load for your vehicle

is 850 lbs (385 kg) for U.S.A, 395 kgfor Canada. This figure includes thetotal weight of all occupants, cargo,and accessories, and the tongue loadif you are towing a trailer.

Locate the statement, ‘‘thecombined weight of occupants andcargo should never exceed 850lbs’’ on your vehicle’s placard.[The placard is on the driver’sdoorjamb.]

Determine the combined weightof the driver and passengers thatwill be riding in your vehicle.

Subtract the combined weight ofthe driver and passengers from850 lbs.

The resulting figure equals theavailable amount of cargo andluggage load capacity. Forexample, if the maximum load is850 lbs and there will be five 150 lb.passengers in your vehicle, theamount of available cargo andluggage load capacity is 100 lbs.[850 750 (5 150) = 100 lbs.]

Determine the combined weightof luggage and cargo being loadedin the vehicle. That weight maynot safely exceed the availablecargo and luggage load capacity instep 4.

If your vehicle will be towing atrailer, load from your trailer willbe transferred to your vehicle.Consult this manual to determinehow this reduces the availablecargo and luggage load capacity ofyour vehicle. [See page .]

In addition, the total weight of thevehicle, all occupants, accessories,cargo, and trailer tongue load mustnot exceed the gross vehicle weightrating (GVWR) or the gross axleweight rating (GAWR). Both are ona label on the driver’s doorjamb.

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Overloading or improperloading can affect handling andstability and cause a crash inwhich you can be hurt or killed.

Follow all load limits and otherloading guidelines in thismanual.

Store or secure all items that couldbe thrown around and hurtsomeone during a crash.

If you fold the rear seats up ordown, tie down items that could bethrown about the vehicle during acrash or sudden stop. Also, keepall cargo below the bottom of thewindows. If it is higher, it couldinterfere with the proper operationof the side curtain airbags.

Distribute cargo evenly on thefloor of the cargo area, placing theheaviest items on the bottom andas far forward as possible. Tiedown items that could be thrownabout the vehicle during a crash orsudden stop.

If you carry large items thatprevent you from closing thetailgate or the hatch glass, exhaustgas can enter the passenger area.To avoid the possibility of

, follow theinstructions on page .

If you carry any items on a roofrack, be sure the total weight ofthe rack and the items does notexceed the maximum allowableweight. Please contact your dealerfor further information.

Be sure items placed on the floorbehind the front seats cannot rollunder the seats and interfere withthe driver’s ability to operate thepedals, the proper operation of theseats, or the advanced frontairbags.

Keep the glove box closed whiledriving. If it is open, a passengercould injure their knees during acrash or sudden stop.

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The separation net can be used tohold back soft, lightweight itemsstored in the cargo area. Heavyitems should be properly secured onthe floor of the cargo area. The netmay not prevent heavy items frombeing thrown forward in a crash or asudden stop.

If you use an accessory roof rack,the roof rack weight limit may belower. Refer to the information thatcame with your roof rack.

The four hooks on the floor can beused to install a net for securingitems.

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HOOK

This section gives you tips onstarting the engine under variousconditions, and how to operate themanual and automatic transmissions.It also includes importantinformation on parking your vehicle,the braking system, the vehiclestability assist (VSA) system, andfacts you need if you are planning totow a trailer or drive off-highway.

........................Driving Guidelines . 156....................Preparing to Drive . 157

.......................Starting the Engine . 158...................Manual Transmission . 159

..............Automatic Transmission . 161...........................................Parking . 166

.............................Braking System . 167...............Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) . 168

Vehicle Stability Assist............................(VSA) System . 170...........................Towing a Trailer . 172

Towing Your Vehicle Behind a................................Motorhome . 177

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Because your vehicle rides higheroff the ground, it has a high centerof gravity that can cause it to rollover if you make abrupt turns. Utilityvehicles have a significantly higherroll over rate than other types ofvehicles.

To prevent rollovers or loss ofcontrol:

Take corners at slower speedsthan you would with a passengervehicle.

Avoid sharp turns and abruptmaneuvers whenever possible.

Do not carry heavy cargo on theroof.

Do not modify your vehicle in anyway that would raise the center ofgravity.

You still need to exercise the samecare when accelerating, steering, andbraking that you would in a two-wheel drive vehicle.

Your vehicle has higher groundclearance that allows you to travelover bumps, obstacles, and roughterrain. It also provides goodvisibility so you can anticipateproblems earlier.

Your vehicle is equipped with a four-wheel drive (4WD) system. Whenthe system senses a loss of front-wheel traction, it automaticallytransfers some power to the rearwheels. This gives you bettertraction and mobility.

Four-wheel Drive Models

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Make sure all windows, mirrors,and outside lights are clean andunobstructed. Remove frost, snow,or ice.

Check that the hood is fully closed.

Check the seat adjustment (seepage ).

Check the adjustment of theinside and outside mirrors (seepage ).

Check the steering wheeladjustment (see page ).

Make sure the doors, the tailgate,and the hatch glass are securelyclosed and locked.

Fasten your seat belt. Check thatyour passengers have fastenedtheir seat belts (see page ).

When you start the engine, checkthe gauges and indicators in theinstrument panel (see page ).

Check that any items you may becarrying are stored properly orfastened down securely.

Visually check the tires. If a tirelooks low, use a gauge to check itspressure (see page ).

You should do these checks andadjustments before you drive yourvehicle:

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Apply the parking brake.

In cold weather, turn off allelectrical accessories to reducethe drain on the battery.

Without touching the acceleratorpedal, turn the ignition key to theSTART (III) position. Do not holdthe key in the START (III)position for more than 15 secondsat a time. If the engine does notstart right away, pause for at least10 seconds before trying again.Push the clutch pedal down all the

way. START (III) does notfunction unless the clutch pedal isdepressed.

Make sure the shift lever is inPark. Press on the brake pedal.

If the engine fails to start, pressthe accelerator pedal all the waydown, and hold it there whilestarting to clear flooding. If theengine still does not start, returnto step 5.

If the engine does not start within15 seconds, or starts but stallsright away, repeat step 4 with theaccelerator pedal pressed halfwaydown. If the engine starts, releasepressure on the accelerator pedalso the engine does not race.

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The engine is harder to start in coldweather. Also, the thinner air f ound ataltitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400meters) adds to this problem.

The immobilizer system protects yourvehicle f rom thef t. If an improperly-coded key (or other device) is used, theengine’s f uel system is disabled. Formore inf ormation, see page .

The manual transmission issynchronized in all forward gears forsmooth operation. It has a lockout soyou cannot shift directly from fifth toreverse. When shifting up or down,make sure you push the clutch pedaldown all the way, shift to the nextgear, and let the pedal up gradually.Do not skip gears. When you are notshifting, do not rest your foot on theclutch pedal. This can cause yourclutch to wear out faster.

Come to a full stop before you shiftinto reverse. You can damage thetransmission by trying to shift intoreverse with the vehicle moving.Push down the clutch pedal, andpause for a few seconds beforeshifting into reverse, or shift into oneof the forward gears for a moment.This stops the gears so they won’t‘‘grind.’’

When slowing down, you can getextra braking from the engine byshifting to a lower gear. This extrabraking can help you maintain a safespeed and prevent your brakes fromoverheating while going down asteep hill. To prevent serious engineand transmission damage, do notskip gears when downshifting, anddo not let the engine speed go intothe red zone of the tachometer.

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Rapid slowing or speeding-upcan cause loss of control onslippery surfaces. If you crash,you can be injured.

Use extra care when driving onslippery surfaces.

If you exceed the maximum speedfor the gear you are in, the enginespeed will enter into the tachometer’sred zone. If this occurs, you may feelthe engine cut in and out. This iscaused by a limiter in the engine’scomputer controls. The engine willrun normally when you reduce therpm below the red zone.

Drive in the highest gear that letsthe engine run and acceleratesmoothly. This will give you goodfuel economy and effectiveemissions control. The followingshift points are recommended:

Shift up

1st to 2nd2nd to 3rd3rd to 4th4th to 5th

Normal acceleration

15 mph (24 km/h)25 mph (40 km/h)40 mph (64 km/h)48 mph (77 km/h)

The engine speed limiter only workswhen you upshift; engine speed isnot limited during downshifts. Toprevent serious engine damageduring downshifts, do not skip gears,and do not let the engine speed enterthe red zone of the tachometer.

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These indicators on the instrumentpanel show which position the shiftlever is in.

The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for afew seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position. If it flashes while driving (inany shift position), it indicates apossible problem in the transmission.

If the malfunction indicator lampcomes on along with the ‘‘D’’indicator, there is a problem in theautomatic transmission controlsystem. Avoid rapid acceleration, andhave the transmission checked byyour dealer as soon as possible.

To shift from any position, pressfirmly on the brake pedal and pullthe lever toward you. You cannotshift out of Park when the ignitionswitch is in the LOCK (0) or theACCESSORY (I) position.

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SHIFT LEVER

－－This position mechani-cally locks the transmission. UsePark whenever you are turning off orstarting the engine. To shift out ofPark, you must press on the brakepedal and have your foot off theaccelerator pedal. Pull the shift levertowards you, then move it out ofPark.

If you have done all of the above andstill cannot move the lever out ofPark, see onpage .

You must also pull the shift levertowards you to shift into Park. Toavoid transmission damage, come toa complete stop before shifting intoPark. The shift lever must be in Parkfor you to remove the key from theignition switch.

If there is a problem in the reverselockout system, or your vehicle’sbattery is disconnected or goes dead,you cannot shift to reverse. (Refer to

on page ).

Press the brakepedal and pull the shift lever towardsyou to shift from Park to reverse. Toshift from reverse to neutral, cometo a complete stop, and then shift.Pull the shift lever towards youbefore shifting into reverse fromneutral.

Your vehicle has a reverse lockout soyou cannot accidentally shift toreverse when the vehicle speedexceeds 5 mph (8 km/h).

If you cannot shift to reverse whenthe vehicle is stopped, press thebrake pedal, slowly shift to neutral,and then shift to reverse.

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To shift from:

P to R

R to PN to RD to 22 to 11 to 22 to DD to NN to DR to N

Do this:Press the brake pedal andpull the shift lever towardsyou.

Pull the shift lever towardsyou.

Move the shift lever.

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Use Neutral if youneed to restart a stalled engine, or ifit is necessary to stop briefly withthe engine idling. Shift to the Parkposition if you need to leave yourvehicle for any reason. Press on thebrake pedal when you are movingthe shift lever from Neutral toanother gear.

Use this position foryour normal driving. Thetransmission automatically selects asuitable gear (1 through 5) for yourspeed and acceleration. You maynotice the transmission shifting up at

higher engine speeds when theengine is cold. This helps the enginewarm up faster.

D3 mode can be turned on or offonly when the ignition switch is in

the ON (II) position and the shiftlever is in the D position.

Press the D3 switch on the edge ofthe shift lever to turn this mode onor off; the D3 mode indicator comeson whenever the D3 mode isselected.

When the D3 mode is on, thetransmission selects only the firstthree gears. Use D3 mode whentowing a trailer, or to provide enginebraking when going down a steep hill.D3 mode can also keep thetransmission from cycling betweenthird and fourth gears in stop-and-godriving.

After you stop in D, 2, 1, N, or Rposition with the ignition switch inthe ACCESSORY (I) position for anextended period, you may not beable to move the shift lever fromneutral to reverse or Park. In thiscase, press the brake pedal, and turnthe ignition switch to the ON (II)position, then shift out of neutral.

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D3 MODE INDICATOR

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Turning the ignition switch to theLOCK (0) position turns this modeoff. When you restart the engine,select the D position and press theD3 mode switch again to use thismode.

Shifting out from the D position willcancel the D3 mode, and the D3indicator will go out. Selecting theD3 position again will resume the D3mode and the indicator comes on.

The D3 mode indicator also comeson for a few seconds when you turnthe ignition switch to the ON (II)position.

To shift to second,pull the shift lever towards you, thenshift to the lower gear. This positionlocks the transmission in secondgear. It does not downshift to firstgear when you come to a stop.

If you shift into first position whenthe vehicle speed is above 31 mph(50 km/h), the transmission shiftsinto second gear first to avoidsudden engine braking.

If you exceed the maximum speedfor the gear you are in, the enginespeed will enter into the tachometer’sred zone. If this occurs, you may feelthe engine cut in and out. This iscaused by a limiter in the engine’scomputer controls. The engine willrun normally when you reduce therpm below the red zone.

Use second gear:For more power when climbing.

To increase engine braking whengoing down steep hills.

For starting out on a slipperysurface or in deep snow.

To help reduce wheel spin.

When driving downhill with atrailer.

To shift from second tofirst, pull the shift lever towards you,then shift to the lower gear. Thisposition locks the transmission infirst gear. By upshifting anddownshifting through 1, 2, and D,you can operate the transmissionmuch like a manual transmissionwithout a clutch pedal.


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Remove the screwdriver from theshift lock release slot, thenreinstall the cover. Make sure thenotch on the cover is on the rightside. Press the brake pedal andrestart the engine.

If you need to use the shift lockrelease, it means your vehicle isdeveloping a problem. Have thevehicle checked by your dealer.

Set the parking brake.

Insert a flat-tipped screwdriverinto the shift lock release slot.

Push down on the screwdriver andmove the shift lever out of Park toneutral.

This allows you to move the shiftlever out of Park if the normalmethod of pushing on the brakepedal does not work. This procedureis also used to release the reverselockout.

Remove the key from the ignitionswitch.

Put a cloth on the edge of the shiftlock release slot cover. Using asmall flat-tipped screwdriver ormetal fingernail file, carefully pryon the edge of the cover to removeit.

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Always use the parking brake whenyou park your vehicle. Make surethe parking brake is set firmly, oryour vehicle may roll if it is parkedon an incline.

If your vehicle has an automatictransmission, set the parking brakebefore you put the transmission inPark. This keeps the vehicle frommoving and putting pressure on theparking mechanism in thetransmission.

Make sure the moonroof (ifequipped) and the windows areclosed.

Turn off the lights.

Place any packages, valuables, etc.in the cargo area or take themwith you.

Lock the doors and the tailgate.Make sure the hatch glass isclosed securely.

Never park over dry leaves, tallgrass, or other flammablematerials. The hot three waycatalytic converter could causethese materials to catch on fire.

If the vehicle is facing uphill, turnthe front wheels away from thecurb. If you have a manualtransmission, put it in first gear.

Make sure the parking brake isfully released before driving away.Driving with the parking brakepartially set can overheat ordamage the rear brakes.

If the vehicle is facing downhill,turn the front wheels toward thecurb. If you have a manualtransmission, put it in reverse gear.

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Your vehicle is equipped with discbrakes at all four wheels. A powerassist helps reduce the effort neededon the brake pedal. The anti-lockbrake system (ABS) helps you retainsteering control when braking veryhard.

Check your brakes after drivingthrough deep water. Apply thebrakes moderately to see if they feelnormal. If not, apply them gently andfrequently until they do. Be extracautious and alert in your driving.

The hydraulic system that operatesthe brakes has two separate circuits.Each circuit works diagonally acrossthe vehicle (the left-front brake isconnected with the right-rear brake,etc.). If one circuit should develop aproblem, you will still have brakingat two wheels.

The front and rear disc brakes on allmodels have audible brake wearindicators.

If the brake pads need replacing, youwill hear a distinctive, metallicscreeching sound when you applythe brake pedal. If you do not havethe brake pads replaced, they willscreech all the time. It is normal forthe brakes to occasionally squeal orsqueak when you apply them.

Constant application of the brakeswhen going down a long hill buildsup heat and reduces their effective-ness. Use the engine to assist thebrakes by taking your foot off theaccelerator and downshifting to alower gear.

Resting your foot on the pedal keepsthe brakes applied lightly, builds upheat, and reduces their effectiveness.It also keeps your brake lights on allthe time, confusing drivers behindyou.

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The anti-lock brake system (ABS)helps prevent the brakes fromlocking up, and helps you retainsteering control by pumping thebrakes rapidly, much faster than aperson can do it.

The ABS also balances the front-to-rear braking distribution accordingto vehicle loading.

Let the ABS work for you by alwayskeeping firm, steady pressure on thebrake pedal. This is sometimesreferred to as ‘‘stomp and steer.’’

You will feel a pulsation in the brakepedal when the ABS activates, andyou may hear some noise. This isnormal: it is the ABS rapidlypumping the brakes. On drypavement, you will need to press onthe brake pedal very hard before theABS activates. However, you mayfeel the ABS activate immediately ifyou are trying to stop on snow or ice.

If this indicator comes on, the anti-lock function of the braking systemhas shut down. The brakes still worklike a conventional system, butwithout anti-lock. You should haveyour dealer inspect your vehicle assoon as possible.

If the ABS indicator comes on whiledriving, test the brakes as shown onpage .235

You should never pump the brake pedal.

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on loose oruneven surfaces, such as gravel orsnow, than a vehicle without anti-lock. Slow down, and allow a greaterdistance between vehicles underthose conditions.

If the ABS indicator and the brakesystem indicator come on together,and the parking brake is fullyreleased, the front-to-rear brakingdistribution system may also be shutdown.

It only helps with thesteering control during braking.

such as trying to take acorner too fast or making a suddenlane change. Always drive at a safespeed for the road and weatherconditions.

Always steer moderatelywhen you are braking hard. Severeor sharp steering wheel movementcan still cause your vehicle to veerinto oncoming traffic or off the road.

Test your brakes as instructed onpage . If the brakes feel normal,drive slowly and have your vehiclerepaired by your dealer as soon aspossible. Avoid sudden hard brakingwhich could cause the rear wheels tolock up and possibly lead to a loss ofcontrol.

The VSA indicator will come onalong with the ABS indicator.

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A vehicle with ABS may require alonger distance to stopABS does not reduce the time or

distance it takes to stop thevehicle.

ABS will not prevent a skid thatresults from changing directionabruptly,

ABS cannot prevent a loss ofstability.

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The VSA system cannot enhance thevehicle’s driving stability in allsituations and does not control yourvehicle’s entire braking system. It isstill your responsibility to drive andcorner at reasonable speeds and toleave a sufficient margin of safety.

The vehicle stability assist (VSA)system helps to stabilize the vehicleduring cornering if the vehicle turnsmore or less than desired. It alsoassists you in maintaining tractionwhile accelerating on loose orslippery road surfaces. It does thisby regulating the engine’s output andby selectively applying the brakes.

When VSA activates, you may noticethat the engine does not respond tothe accelerator in the same way itdoes at other times. You will also seethe VSA activation indicator blink.

When VSA activates, you will see theVSA activation indicator blink (seepage ).

The VSA system indicator (see page) comes on and stays on when

there is a problem with the VSAsystem. The VSA activation indicatorwill also come on.

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When VSA is off, the VSA activationindicator comes on as a reminder.Pressing the switch again turns thesystem back on.

VSA is turned on every time youstart the engine, even if you turned itoff the last time you drove thevehicle.

Driving with varying tire or wheelsizes may cause the VSA tomalfunction. When replacing tires,make sure they are the same sizeand type as your original tires (seepage ).

If this indicator comes on whiledriving, pull to the side of the roadwhen it is safe, and turn off theengine. Reset the system byrestarting the engine. If the VSAsystem indicator stays on, or comesback on while driving, have the VSAsystem inspected by your dealer.

If the indicator does not come onwhen the ignition switch is turned tothe ON (II) position, there may be aproblem with the VSA system. Haveyour dealer inspect your vehicle assoon as possible.

Without VSA, your vehicle will havenormal braking and cornering ability,but it will not have VSA traction andstability enhancement.

This button is under the driver’s sidevent. Press it to turn the VSA systemon or off.

If you install winter tires, make surethey are the same size as those thatwere originally supplied with yourvehicle. Exercise the same cautionduring winter driving as you would ifyour vehicle was not equipped withVSA.

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VSA and Tire Sizes

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VSA OFF SWITCH

Your vehicle has been designed toprimarily carry passengers and theircargo. You can also use it to tow atrailer if you carefully observe theload limits, use the proper equipment,and follow the guidelines in thissection.

Be sure to read thesection on page

if you plan to tow off pavedsurfaces.

Themaximum allowable weight of thetrailer and everything in or on itmust not exceed 1,500 lbs (680 kg).Towing a load that is too heavy canseriously affect your vehicle’shandling and performance. It canalso damage the engine anddrivetrain.

The weight that thetongue of a fully-loaded trailer putson the hitch should be approximately10 percent of the total trailer weight.Too much tongue load reduces front-tire traction and steering control.Too little tongue load can make thetrailer unstable and cause it to sway.

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Exceeding any load limit orimproperly loading your vehicleand trailer can cause a crash inwhich you can be seriously hurtor killed.

Check the loading of yourvehicle and trailer carefullybefore starting to drive.

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To achieve a proper tongue load,start by loading 60 percent of theload toward the front of the trailerand 40 percent toward the rear, thenre-adjust the load as needed.

Discuss your needs with your trailersales or rental agency, and follow theguidelines in this section. Also makesure that all equipment is properlyinstalled and maintained, and that itmeets federal, state, province, andlocal regulations.

Any hitch used on your vehicle mustbe properly bolted to the underbody.

Always use safety chains when youtow a trailer. Make sure the chainsare secured to the trailer and hitch,and that they cross under the tongueand can catch the trailer if itbecomes unhitched. Leave enoughslack to allow the trailer to turncorners easily, but do not let thechains drag on the ground.

The maximumallowable weight of the vehicle, alloccupants, all accessories, all cargo,and the tongue load is 4,450 lbs(2,020 kg).

The maximumallowable weight of the vehicle, alloccupants, all accessories, all cargo,and the tongue load must not exceed2,200 lbs (1,000 kg) on the front axle,and 2,290 lbs (1,040 kg) on the rearaxle.

The maximumallowable weight of the fully loadedvehicle and trailer is 5,950 lbs (2,700

kg)

Towing can require a variety ofequipment, depending on the size ofyour trailer, how it will be used, howmuch load you are towing, andwhere you tow.

Using a suitable scale or a specialtongue load gauge, check the tongueload the first time you set up atowing combination (a fully-loadedvehicle and trailer), then recheck thetongue load whenever the conditionschange.

The best way to confirm that vehicleand trailer weights are within limitsis to have them checked at a publicscale.

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Hitches

Safety Chains

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating(GVWR)

Gross Axle Weight Ratings(GAWR)

Gross Combined Weight Rating(GCWR)

Towing Equipment andAccessories

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Honda requires that any trailer witha total weight of 1,000 lbs (455 kg) ormore be equipped with its ownelectric or surge-type brakes.

If you choose electric brakes, besure they are electrically actuated.Do not attempt to tap into yourvehicle’s hydraulic system. Nomatter how successful it may seem,any attempt to attach trailer brakesto your vehicle’s hydraulic systemwill lower braking effectiveness andcreate a potential hazard.

See your trailer dealer for moreinformation on installing electricbrakes.

Trailer lights and equipment mustcomply with federal, state, province,and local regulations. Check withyour local trailer sales or rentalagencies for the requirements inyour area where you plan to tow, anduse only equipment designed foryour vehicle.

Your vehicle has a trailer lightingconnector located behind the leftside panel in the cargo area. Refer tothe drawing above for the wiringcolor code and purpose of each pin.

If you use a non-Honda trailerlighting harness and converter, youcan get the connector and pins thatmate with the connector in yourvehicle from your dealer.

Since lighting and wiring vary bytrailer type and brand, you shouldhave a qualified technician install asuitable connector between thevehicle and the trailer. Improperequipment or installation can causedamage to your vehicle’s electricalsystem and affect your vehiclewarranty.

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BACK-UPLIGHT(GREEN/BLACK)

LEFT TURNSIGNAL(GREEN/RED)

GROUND(BLACK)

TAILLIGHT(RED/YELLOW)

RIGHT TURNSIGNAL(GREEN/YELLOW)

BRAKELIGHT(WHITE/BLACK)

The lights and brakes on yourvehicle and the trailer are workingproperly.

When preparing to tow, and beforedriving away, be sure to check thefollowing:

The vehicle has been properlyserviced, and the tires, brakes,suspension, cooling system, andlights are in good operatingcondition.(If you tow frequently, follow thesevere conditions maintenanceschedule.)

The trailer has been properlyserviced and is in good condition.

All weights and loads are withinlimits.

The hitch, safety chains, and anyother attachments are secure.

All items in or on the trailer areproperly secured and cannot shiftwhile you drive.

The added weight, length, andheight of a trailer will affect yourvehicle’s handling and performance,so driving with a trailer requiressome special driving skills andtechniques.

Many states and Canadian provincesrequire special outside mirrors whentowing a trailer. Even if they don’t,you should install special mirrors ifyou cannot clearly see behind you, orif the trailer creates a blind spot.

Ask your trailer sales or rentalagency if any other items arerecommended or required for yourtowing situation.

Your vehicle tires and spare areproperly inflated, and the trailertires and spare are inflated asrecommended by the trailermaker.

For your safety and the safety ofothers, take time to practice drivingmaneuvers before heading for theopen road, and follow the guidelinesin this section.

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Pre-Tow Checklist

Driving Safely With a Trailer

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Drive slower than normal in alldriving situations, and obey postedspeed limits for vehicles with trailers.If you have an automatictransmission, use the D positionwhen towing a trailer on level roads.D is the proper shift lever positionto use when towing a trailer in hillyterrain. (See ‘‘ ’’ in thefollowing column for additional gearinformation.)

Make turns more slowly and widerthan normal. The trailer tracks asmaller arc than your vehicle, and itcan hit or run over something thevehicle misses. Allow more time anddistance for braking. Do not brake orturn suddenly as this could cause thetrailer to jackknife or turn over.

When climbing hills, closely watchyour temperature gauge. If it nears

the red (Hot) mark, turn the airconditioning off, reduce speed and, ifnecessary, pull to the side of theroad to let the engine cool.

When driving down hills, reduceyour speed and shift down to 3rdgear on the manual transmission, oruse the D3 position on the automatictransmission. Do not ‘‘ride’’ thebrakes, and remember it will takelonger to slow down and stop whentowing a trailer.

If you must stop when facing uphill,use the foot brake or parking brake.Do not try to hold the vehicle inplace by pressing on the accelerator,as this can cause the automatictransmission to overheat.

Crosswinds and air turbulencecaused by passing trucks can disruptyour steering and cause the trailer tosway. When being passed by a large

vehicle, keep a constant speed, andsteer straight ahead. Do not try tomake quick steering or brakingcorrections.

Always drive slowly and havesomeone guide you when backing up.Grip the of the steering wheel,then turn the wheel to the left to getthe trailer to move to the left, andturn the wheel right to move thetrailer to the right.

Follow all normal precautions whenparking, including firmly setting theparking brake and putting thetransmission in Park (automatic) orin 1st or reverse (manual). Also,place wheel chocks at each of thetrailer’s tires.

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Making Turns and Braking

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Handling Crosswinds and Buffeting

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Your vehicle can be towed behind amotorhome at legal highway speedsup to 65 mph (100 km/h). Do notexceed 65 mph (100 km/h).Otherwise, severe transmissiondamage will occur. To avoid damageto the 4WD system, your vehiclemust be towed with all four wheelson the ground (flat towing).

When purchasing a tow bar, makesure you select a reputablemanufacturer and installer. Followthe manufacturer’s attachmentinstructions carefully.

Check the transmission fluid level(see page ).Release the parking brake.

Leave the ignition switch in theACCESSORY (I) position so thesteering wheel does not lock.Make sure the radio and any itemsplugged into the accessory powersockets are turned off so you donot run down the battery.

Perform the following procedureevery day immediately before youbegin towing. Otherwise severeautomatic transmission damage willoccur.

Check the transmission fluid level(see page ).Start the engine.

Press on the brake pedal. Movethe shift lever through all itspositions.Shift to D, then to N. Let theengine run for 3 minutes, thenturn it off.Release the parking brake.Leave the ignition switch in theACCESSORY (I) position so thesteering wheel does not lock.Make sure the radio and any itemsplugged into the accessory powersockets are turned off so you donot run down the battery.

When you stop towing your vehicleand shift out of the neutral position,you may not be able to move theshift lever from neutral to reverse orPark. If this happens, press thebrake pedal and turn the ignitionswitch to the ON (II) position, thenshift out of neutral.

Shift to neutral.

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Only remove the fuse after you haveperformed the transmission shiftingprocedure, and the key is in theACCESSORY (I) position. Store thefuse in an obvious location (center

tray, coin pockets, etc) as a reminderto re-install the fuse before drivingthe vehicle.

If you tow a CR-V with an automatictransmission, the transmission fluidmust be changed every two years or30,000 miles (48,000 km), whichevercomes first.

When towing your vehicle for longperiods, remove the 15 A FrontAccessory Power Socket fuse toreduce drain on battery. This fuse islocated in the interior fuse box and isshown as number 18 below.

If you tow more than 8 hours in oneday, you should repeat the aboveprocedure at least every 8 hours(when you stop for fuel, etc.)

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INTERIOR FUSE BOX

FRONT ACCESSORYPOWER SOCKET FUSE

Severe automatic transmission damagewill occur if the vehicle is shif ted f romreverse to neutral and then towed withthe drive wheels on the ground.

This f use MUST be re-installed bef oredriving the vehicle. Failure to re-installthe f use may allow you to remove thekey with the transmission in gear.

The steering system can be damaged ifthe steering wheel is locked. Leave theignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I)position, and make sure the steeringwheel turns f reely bef ore you begintowing.

Failure to f ollow the recommendedinstructions exactly will result in severeautomatic transmission damage. If youcannot shif t the transmission or startthe engine, your vehicle must betransported on a f lat-bed truck ortrailer.

To avoid loss of control or rollover,be sure to follow all precautions andrecommendations.

Wherever you drive, make sureyou and your passengers alwayswear seat belts.

Keep your speed low, and nevergo faster than the conditions allow.

It’s up to you to continually assessthe situation and drive within thelimits.

If you decide to drive on unpavedroads, you will find that it requiressomewhat different driving skills.Your vehicle will also handlesomewhat differently than it does onpavement. So be sure to read thisowner’s manual, pay special attentionto the precautions and tips in thissection, and get acquainted withyour vehicle before you leave thepavement.

Be sure to store cargo properly,and do not exceed your vehiclecargo load limits (see pages

and ).

Your vehicle has been designedprimarily for use on pavement. Butits higher ground clearance allowsyou to occasionally travel on unpavedroads, such as campgrounds, picnicsites, and similar locations. It is notdesigned for trail-blazing, mountainclimbing, or other challenging off-road activities.

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Follow all instructions andguidelines in this owner’smanual.Keep your speed low, anddon’t drive faster thanconditions permit.

Improperly operating thisvehicle on or off pavement cancause an accident or rollover inwhich you and your passengerscould be seriously injured orkilled.

Before you leave the pavement, besure to do all scheduled maintenanceand service, and inspect your vehiclefor any problems. Pay specialattention to the condition of the tires,and check the tire pressures.

After you return to the pavement,carefully inspect your vehicle tomake sure there is no damage thatcould make driving it unsafe.Recheck the condition of the tiresand the tire pressures.

The route presents limits (too steepor bumpy roads). You have limits(driving skill and comfort). And yourvehicle has limits (traction, stability,and power).

Driving off-highway can behazardous if you fail to recognizelimits and take the properprecautions.

For better traction on all surfaces,accelerate slowly and gradually buildup speed. If you try to start too faston wet soil, mud, snow, or ice, youmight not have enough traction toget underway, and you may digyourself a hole. Starting with theshift lever in second (2) gear willhelp you have a smoother start onsnow or ice.

Keep in mind that you will usuallyneed more time and distance tobrake to a stop on unpaved surfaces.Avoid hard braking. Do not ‘‘pump’’the brakes; let the anti-lock brakingsystem pump them for you.

Debris in the road can damage yoursuspension or other components.Because your vehicle has a highcenter of gravity, driving over a largeobstacle, or allowing a wheel to dropinto a deep hole can cause yourvehicle to tip or roll over.

If you can’t clearly see all conditionsor obstacles on a slope, walk theslope before you drive on it. If youhave any doubt whether or not youcan safely drive on the slope, don’tdo it. Find another route.

If you are driving up a hill and findthat you cannot continue,

. Your vehicle could rollover. Slowly back down the hill,following the same route you took upthe hill.

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Avoid driving through deep water. Ifyou encounter water in your route (asmall stream or large puddle, forexample), evaluate it carefully beforegoing ahead. Make sure it is shallow,flowing slowly, and has firm groundunderneath. If you are not sure ofthe depth or the ground, turn aroundand find another route.

Driving through deep water can alsodamage your vehicle. The water canget into the transmission anddifferential, diluting the lubricantand causing an eventual failure. Itcan also wash the grease out of thewheel bearings.

Avoid driving on soft sand, deep mud,or other surfaces where you couldget stuck. If you do happen to getstuck because of inclement weatheror other conditions, choose a safeand appropriate course of action.

You should never use a jack to trygetting unstuck. A jack only workson firm, level ground. Also, yourvehicle could easily slip off the jackand hurt you or someone else.

If you spin the wheels excessivelytrying to get unstuck, you mayoverheat the components of the4-wheel drive system. If this happens,the 4-wheel drive system shuts offand only the front wheels receivepower. If this happens, stop andallow everything to cool down. The4-wheel drive system will work againafter its temperature drops.

If you slip the clutch for a long timewhile trying to get unstuck, you mayoverheat and damage it.

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This section explains why it isimportant to keep your vehicle wellmaintained and how to follow basicmaintenance safety precautions.

If you have the skills and tools toperform more complex maintenancetasks on your vehicle, you may wantto purchase the service manual. Seepage for information on how toobtain a copy, or see your dealer.

......................Maintenance Safety . 184.................Maintenance Schedule . 185

....................Maintenance Record . 189..............................Fluid Locations . 192

........................Adding Engine Oil . 193.........Changing the Oil and Filter . 194

..............................Engine Coolant . 196....................Windshield Washers . 198

.......................Transmission Fluid . 199Automatic Transmission

.......................................Fluid . 199....Manual Transmission Fluid . 200

.................Rear Differential Fluid . 201................Brake and Clutch Fluid . 201

....................Power Steering Fluid . 202.............................................Lights . 203

................Cleaning the Seat Belts . 208.....................................Floor Mats . 208

..............................Audio Antenna . 209..................Dust and Pollen Filter . 209

.................................Wiper Blades . 210...............................................Tires . 211

...................Checking the Battery . 217.............................Vehicle Storage . 218

This section also includesmaintenance schedules for normaldriving and severe driving conditions,a maintenance record, andinstructions for simple maintenancetasks you may want to take care ofyourself.

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To eliminate potential hazards, readthe instructions before you begin,and make sure you have the toolsand skills required.

Make sure your vehicle is parkedon level ground, the parking brakeis set, and the engine is off.

To clean parts, use a commerciallyavailable degreaser or partscleaner, not gasoline.

To reduce the possibility of fire orexplosion, keep cigarettes, sparks,and flames away from the batteryand all fuel-related parts.

Wear eye protection andprotective clothing when workingwith the battery or compressed air.

Be sure there isadequate ventilation whenever youoperate the engine.

Let theengine and exhaust system coolbefore touching any parts.

Donot run the engine unlessinstructed to do so.

All service items not detailed in thissection should be performed by acertified technician or other qualifiedmechanic.

Some of the most important safetyprecautions are given here. However,we cannot warn you of everyconceivable hazard that can arise inperforming maintenance. Only youcan decide whether or not youshould perform a given task.

Maintenance Safety

Important Safety Precautions

Potential Vehicle HazardsCarbon Monoxide poison fromengine exhaust.

Burns from hot parts.

Injury from moving parts.

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Improperly maintaining thisvehicle, or failing to correct aproblem before driving cancause a crash in which you canbe seriously hurt or killed.

Always follow the inspectionand maintenancerecommendations andschedules in this owner’smanual.

Failure to properly followmaintenance instructions andprecautions can cause you tobe seriously hurt or killed.

Always follow the proceduresand precautions in this owner’smanual.

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The maintenance schedule assumesyou will use your vehicle as normaltransportation for passengers andtheir possessions. You should alsofollow these recommendations:

Avoid exceeding your vehicle’sload limit. This puts excess stresson the engine, brakes, and manyother vehicle parts. The load limitis shown on the tire informationlabel on the driver’s doorjamb.

Operate your vehicle onreasonable roads within the legalspeed limit.

Drive your vehicle regularly over adistance of several miles(kilometers).

Always use unleaded gasoline withthe proper octane rating (see page

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Driving in extremely hot [over90°F (32°C)] conditions.

Extensive idling or long periods ofstop-and-go driving, such as a taxior a commercial delivery vehicle.

Driving on muddy, dusty, or de-iced roads.

Follow themaintenance schedule for severeconditions if you drive your vehicleMAINLY under one or more of thefollowing conditions:

Service your vehicle according to thetime and mileage periods on one ofthe maintenance schedules on thefollowing pages.

Trailer towing, driving with aloaded roof rack, or driving inmountainous conditions.

If you only OCCASIONALLYdrive under a ‘‘severe’’ condition, youshould follow the maintenanceschedule for normal conditions.

Follow themaintenance schedule for severeconditions.

Driving less than 5 miles (8 km)per trip, in freezing temperatures,or driving less than 10 miles (16km) per trip.

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We recommend the use of Hondaparts and fluids whenever you havemaintenance done.

U.S. Vehicles:

According to state and federalregulations, failure to performmaintenance on the items markedwith will not void your emissionswarranties. However, allmaintenance services should beperformed at the recommended timeor mileage period to ensure long-term reliability.

You should check the followingitems at the specified intervals. Ifyou are unsure of how to performany check, turn to the appropriatepage listed.

Engine oil level Check everytime you fill the fuel tank. Seepage .Engine coolant level Check theradiator reserve tank every timeyou fill the fuel tank. See page .Automatic transmission Checkthe fluid level monthly. See page

.Brakes Check the fluid levelmonthly. See page .Tires Check the tire pressuremonthly. Examine the tread forwear and foreign objects. See page

.Lights Check the operation ofthe headlights, parking lights,taillights, high-mount brake light,and license plate light monthly.See page .

Your authorized dealer knows yourvehicle best and can providecompetent, efficient service.However, service at a dealer is notmandatory to keep your warrantiesin effect. Maintenance may be doneby any qualified service facility orskilled person to keep yourwarranties in effect. Keep all thereceipts as proof of completion, andhave the person who does the workfill out the maintenance record.Check your warranty booklet formore information.

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Servicing Your Vehicle Maintenance,replacement, or repair ofemissions control devices andsystems may be done by anyautomotive repair establishmentor individual using parts that are‘‘certif ied’’ to EPA standards.

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Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or every 1 year, whichever comes firstEvery 10,000 miles (16,000 km)

Every 20,000 miles (32,000 km) or every 1 year, whichever comes first

Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or every 2 years, whichever comes first

Inspect every 110,000 miles (176,000 km), otherwise adjust only if noisy

Every 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or every 6 years, whichever comes firstEvery 90,000 miles (144,000 km) or every 5 years, whichever comes first

Every 160,000 miles (256,000 km)At 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years, then every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 5 years

Every 3 years (independent of mileage)

See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, middle column, page .Replace at 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 6 years, then every 90,000 miles (144,000 km) or 5 years.

Check engine oil and coolantCheck tiresReplace engine oilRotate tires (follow pattern on page 214 )Replace engine oil filterCheck front and rear brakesCheck parking brake adjustmentInspect the following items:

Tie-rod ends, steering gearbox, and bootsSuspension componentsDriveshaft bootsBrake hoses and lines (including ABS)All fluid levels and condition of fluidsExhaust systemFuel lines and connections

Inspect drive beltReplace dust and pollen filterReplace air cleaner elementReplace spark plugsInspect valve clearanceReplace automatic transmission fluidReplace manual transmission fluidReplace rear differential fluidInspect idle speedReplace engine coolantReplace brake fluid

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Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or every 6 months, whichever comes firstEvery 10,000 miles (16,000 km)


Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or every 2 years, whichever comes first

Clean every 15,000 miles (24,000 km), and replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)(Use normal schedule except in dusty condition)

Inspect every 110,000 miles (176,000 km), otherwise adjust only if noisy

Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or every 3 years, whichever comes firstEvery 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or every 4 years, whichever comes first

Every 160,000 miles (256,000 km)At 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years, then every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 5 years

Every 3 years (independent of mileage)


Check engine oil and coolantCheck tiresReplace engine oilRotate tires (follow pattern on page 214 )Replace engine oil filterCheck front and rear brakesLubricate all hinges, locks and latchesInspect the following items:

Tie-rod ends, steering gearbox, and bootsSuspension componentsDriveshaft boots

Check parking brake adjustmentInspect the following items:

Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)All fluid levels and condition of fluidsExhaust systemFuel lines and connectionsLights and controls/vehicle underbody

Inspect drive beltReplace dust and pollen filterClean and replace air cleaner element

Replace spark plugsInspect valve clearanceReplace automatic transmission fluidReplace manual transmission fluidReplace rear differential fluidInspect idle speedReplace engine coolantReplace brake fluid

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You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here, whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions (page ) or severeconditions (page ). Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle.

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ENGINE OILFILL CAP

POWER STEERINGFLUID(Red cap)

ENGINECOOLANTRESERVOIR

RADIATOR CAP

WASHER FLUID(Blue cap)

AUTOMATICTRANSMISSIONFLUID DIPSTICK(Yellow loop)

ENGINE OILDIPSTICK(Orange handle)

BRAKE FLUID(Black cap)

CLUTCH FLUID(ManualTransmission only)(Gray cap)

Honda Motor Oil is the preferred5W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. It ishighly recommended that you useHonda Motor Oil in your vehicle foroptimum engine protection. Makesure the API Certification Seal says‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’

The oil viscosity or weight isprovided on the container’s label.5W-20 oil is formulated for year-round protection of your vehicle toimprove cold weather starting andfuel economy.

Unscrew and remove the engine oilfill cap on top of the valve cover.Pour in the oil slowly and carefully soyou do not spill any. Clean up anyspills immediately. Spilled oil coulddamage components in the enginecompartment.Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, andtighten it securely. Wait a fewminutes, and recheck the oil level onthe engine oil dipstick. Do not fillabove the upper mark; you could

damage the engine.

Oil is a major contributor to yourengine’s performance and longevity.Always use a premium-grade 5W-20detergent oil displaying the APICertification Seal. This seal indicatesthe oil is energy conserving, and thatit meets the American PetroleumInstitute’s latest requirements.

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Adding Engine Oil

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ENGINE OIL FILL CAP

API CERTIFICATION SEAL

Ambient Temperature

Your vehicle does not require any oiladditives. Additives may adverselyaffect the engine or transmissionperformance and durability.

Always change the oil and filteraccording to the recommendations inthe maintenance schedule. The oiland filter collect contaminants thatcan damage your engine if they arenot removed regularly.

Changing the oil and filter requiresspecial tools and access fromunderneath the vehicle. The vehicleshould be raised on a service station-type hydraulic lift for this service.Unless you have the knowledge andproper equipment, you should havethis maintenance done by a skilledmechanic.

Run the engine until it reachesnormal operating temperature,then shut it off.

Open the hood, and remove theengine oil fill cap. Remove the oildrain bolt and washer from thebottom of the engine. Drain the oilinto an appropriate container.

You may use a synthetic motor oil ifit meets the same requirementsgiven for a conventional motor oil, itdisplays the API Certification Sealand it is the proper weight. You mustfollow the oil and filter changeintervals given in the maintenanceschedule.

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Synthetic Oil

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Refill the engine with the recom-mended oil.

Engine oil change capacity(including filter):

Replace the engine oil fill cap.Start the engine. The oil pressureindicator should go out within 5seconds. If it does not, turn off theengine, and check your work.

Let the engine run for severalminutes, then check the drain boltand oil filter for leaks.

Turn off the engine and let it sitfor several minutes, then checkthe oil level on the dipstick. Ifnecessary, add more oil.

Remove the oil filter, and let theremaining oil drain. A specialwrench (available from yourdealer) is required.

Put a new washer on the drain bolt,then reinstall the drain bolt.Tighten the drain bolt to:

Install a new oil filter according tothe instructions that come with it.

Check the oil filter to make sureits gasket did not stick to theengine block. A stuck gasket couldcause an oil leak.

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OIL FILTER

33 lbf·ft (44 N·m , 4.5 kgf·m)

4.4 US qt (4.2 )

Improper disposal of engine oil can beharmf ul to the environment. If youchange your own oil, please dispose ofthe used oil properly. Put it in a sealedcontainer and take it to a recyclingcenter. Do not discard it in a trash binor dump it on the ground.

If Honda antifreeze/coolant is notavailable, you may use anothermajor-brand non-silicate coolant as atemporary replacement. Make sure itis a high-quality coolantrecommended for aluminum engines.Continued use of any non-Hondacoolant can result in corrosion,causing the cooling system tomalfunction or fail. Have the coolingsystem flushed and refilled withHonda antifreeze/coolant as soon aspossible.

If the reserve tank is completelyempty, you should also check thecoolant level in the radiator.

If the coolant level in the reservetank is at or below the MIN line, addcoolant to bring it up to the MAX line.Inspect the cooling system for leaks.

Always use Honda Long-life Anti-freeze/Coolant Type 2. This coolantis pre-mixed with 50 percentantifreeze and 50 percent water.Never add straight antifreeze orplain water.

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RESERVE TANK

Removing the radiator capwhile the engine is hot cancause the coolant to spray out,seriously scalding you.

Always let the engine andradiator cool down beforeremoving the radiator cap.

When the radiator and engine arecool, relieve any pressure in thecooling system by turning theradiator cap counterclockwise,without pressing down.

The coolant level should be up tothe base of the filler neck. Addcoolant if it is low.

Pour the coolant slowly andcarefully so you do not spill any.Clean up any spill immediately; itcould damage components in theengine compartment.

Put the radiator cap back on andtighten it.

Do not add any rust inhibitors orother additives to your vehicle’scooling system. They may not becompatible with the coolant orengine components.

Remove the radiator cap bypushing it down and turning itcounterclockwise.

Pour coolant into the reserve tank.Fill it halfway between the MAXand MIN marks. Put the cap backon the reserve tank.

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Check the fluid level in thewindshield washer reservoir at leastmonthly during normal use.

Fill the reservoir with a good-qualitywindshield washer fluid. Thisincreases the cleaning capability andprevents freezing in cold weather.

When you refill the reservoir, cleanthe edges of the windshield wiperblades with windshield washer fluid

on a clean cloth. This will help tocondition the blade edges.

If the fluid level is below the lowerlevel mark, fill the reservoir withwindshield washer fluid.

The low washerlevel indicator comes on when thelevel is low (see page ).

To check the windshield washerfluid level, open the driver’s door,then look at the side of the reservoirtank located between the door andthe front dashboard.

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LOWER LEVEL MARK

Fill up to here

Do not use engine antif reeze or avinegar/water solution in thewindshield washer reservoir. Antif reezecan damage your vehicle’s paint, whilea vinegar/water solution can damagethe windshield washer pump. Use onlycommercially-available windshieldwasher f luid.

Check the fluid level with the engineat normal operating temperature.

Park the vehicle on level ground.Shut off the engine.

Remove the dipstick (yellow loop)from the transmission, and wipe itwith a clean cloth.

Insert the dipstick all the way intothe transmission securely asshown in the illustration.

Remove the dipstick and checkthe fluid level. It should bebetween the upper and lowermarks.

If the level is below the lowermark, add fluid into the filler holeto bring it to the upper mark.

Pour the fluid slowly and carefullyso you do not spill any. Clean upany spill immediately; it coulddamage components in the enginecompartment.

To thoroughly flush thetransmission, the technicianshould drain and refill it withHonda ATF-Z1, then drive thevehicle for a short distance. Dothis three times. Then drain andrefill the transmission a final time.

Always use Honda ATF-Z1(automatic transmission fluid). Ifit’s not available, you may use aDEXRON III automatictransmission fluid as a temporaryreplacement. However, continueduse can affect the shift quality.Have the transmission flushed andrefilled with Honda ATF-Z1 assoon as it is convenient.

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DIPSTICK

UPPERMARKLOWERMARK

Check the fluid level with thetransmission at normal operatingtemperature and the vehicle sittingon level ground. Remove thetransmission filler bolt and carefullyfeel inside the bolt hole with yourfinger. The fluid level should be upto the edge of the bolt hole. If it isnot, add Honda ManualTransmission Fluid (MTF) until itstarts to run out of the hole.

Put a new washer on the filler bolt,then reinstall the filler bolt andtighten it securely.

If Honda MTF is not available, youmay use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40viscosity motor oil with the APICertification seal that says ‘‘FORGASOLINE ENGINES’’ as atemporary replacement. However,motor oil does not contain the properadditives, and continued use cancause stiffer shifting. Replace assoon as it is convenient.

The transmission should be drainedand refilled with new fluid accordingto the time and distancerecommendations in themaintenance schedule.

Insert the dipstick all the way backinto the transmission securely asshown in the illustration.

If you are not sure how to add fluid,contact your dealer.

The transmission should be drainedand refilled with new fluid accordingto the time and distance recommen-dations in the maintenance schedule.

If you are not sure how to check andadd fluid, contact your dealer.

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Correct level

The fluid level should be betweenthe MIN and MAX marks on the sideof the reservoir. If the level is at orbelow the MIN mark, your brakesystem needs attention. Have thebrake system inspected for leaks orworn brake pads.

Check the brake fluid level in thereservoirs monthly.The rear differential should be

drained and refilled with new fluidaccording to the time and distancerecommendations in themaintenance schedule. Have yourdealer replace the rear differentialfluid.

Use Honda Dual Pump Fluid only.Do not use automatic transmissionfluid (ATF).

Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is notcompatible with your vehicle’sbraking system and can causeextensive damage.

Using any non-Honda brake fluid cancause corrosion and decrease the lifeof the system. Have the brakesystem flushed and refilled withHonda Heavy Duty Brake FluidDOT 3 as soon as possible.

Always use Honda Heavy DutyBrake Fluid DOT 3. If it is notavailable, you should use only DOT 3or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealedcontainer, as a temporaryreplacement.

Replace the brake fluid according tothe time recommendation in themaintenance schedule.

4WD model only

Rear Differential Fluid, Brake and Clutch Fluid

Brake and Clutch FluidRear Differential Fluid Brake Fluid

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MAX

MIN

Always use Honda Power SteeringFluid. You may use another powersteering fluid as an emergencyreplacement, but have the powersteering system flushed and refilledwith Honda PSF as soon as possible.

A low power steering fluid level canindicate a leak in the system. Checkthe fluid level frequently, and havethe system inspected as soon aspossible.

Check the level on the side of thereservoir when the engine is cold.The fluid should be between theUPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL.If not, add power steering fluid to theUPPER LEVEL.

Pour the fluid slowly and carefully soyou do not spill any. Clean up anyspills immediately; it could damagecomponents in the enginecompartment.

The fluid level should be betweenthe MIN and MAX marks on the sideof the reservoir. If it is not, addbrake fluid to bring it up to that level.Use the same fluid specified for thebrake system.

A low fluid level can indicate a leakin the clutch system. Have thissystem inspected as soon as possible.

Manual Transmission onlyPower Steering FluidClutch Fluid

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Turning the steering wheel to f ull lef tor right lock and holding it there candamage the power steering pump.

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The headlights were properly aimedwhen your vehicle was new. If youregularly carry heavy items in thecargo area or pull a trailer,readjustment may be required.Adjustments should be done by yourdealer or other qualified mechanic.

Your vehicle has halogen headlightbulbs. When replacing a bulb, handleit by its base, and protect the glassfrom contact with your skin or hardobjects. If you touch the glass, cleanit with denatured alcohol and a cleancloth.

Remove the electrical connectorfrom the bulb by pulling theconnector straight back.

Remove the rubber weather sealby pulling on the tab.

Unclip the end of the hold-downwire from its slot. Pivot it out ofthe way, and remove the bulb.

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Low Beam Headlight

HOLD-DOWN WIRE

Halogen headlight bulbs get very hotwhen lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratchon the glass can cause the bulb tooverheat and shatter.

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Install the new bulb into the hole,making sure the tabs are in theirslots. Pivot the hold-down wireback in place, and clip the end intothe slot.

Install the rubber seal over theback of the headlight assembly.Make sure it is right side up; it ismarked ‘‘ .’’

Push the electrical connector ontothe new bulb. Make sure it isconnected securely. Turn on theheadlights to test the new bulb.

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Open the hood.

Remove the socket from theheadlight assembly by turning itone-quarter turn counterclockwise.

Pull the bulb straight out of itssocket. Push the new bulb straightinto the socket until it bottoms.

Insert the socket back into theheadlight assembly. Turn itclockwise to lock it in place.

Open the tailgate. Place a cloth onthe edge of the cover. Remove thecovers by carefully prying on theedge with a small flat-tippedscrewdriver.

Turn on the lights to make surethe new bulb is working.

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Replacing Rear BulbsReplacing a Parking Light/FrontSide Marker Bulb and a TurnSignal Light Bulb

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TURN SIGNAL BULBPARKING LIGHT/FRONT SIDEMARKER BULB

COVER

Use a Phillips-head screwdriver toremove the taillight assemblymounting screw under each cover.

Pull the taillight assembly out ofthe rear pillar. Remove the socket by turning it

one-quarter turn counterclockwise.

Determine which of the four bulbsis burned out: stop/taillight, back-up light, turn signal, or sidemarker.


Reinstall the socket into the lightassembly by turning it clockwiseuntil it locks.

Turn on the lights to make surethe new bulb is working.

Align the clips on the taillightassembly with the holes in thebody, then push the taillightassembly into place. Tighten thetwo mounting screws securely andreinstall the covers.

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Open the tailgate. Remove thelight assembly cover by pushing inon the tabs on both sides andpulling the cover off.

Remove the socket from the lightassembly by turning it one-quarterturn counterclockwise.

Put the socket back into the lightassembly, and turn it clockwise tolock it in place.


Press the brake pedal to makesure the new bulb is working.

Put the cover back on the lightassembly. Push it in until it locksin place.

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If your seat belts get dirty, use a softbrush with a mixture of mild soapand warm water to clean them. Donot use bleach, dye, or cleaningsolvents. Let the belts air-dry beforeyou use the vehicle.

Dirt build-up in the loops of the seatbelt anchors can cause the belts toretract slowly. Wipe the insides ofthe loops with a clean clothdampened in mild soap and warmwater or isopropyl alcohol.

The driver’s and the rear floor matsthat came with your vehicle hookover the floor mat anchors. Thiskeeps the floor mat from slidingforward and possibly interfering withthe pedals or making the frontpassenger’s weight sensorsineffective.

Cleaning the Seat Belts Floor Mats

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This filter removes the dust andpollen that is brought in from theoutside through the heating andcooling system.

Have your dealer replace this filterevery 30,000 miles (48,000 km)under normal conditions. It shouldbe replaced every 15,000 miles(24,000 km) if you drive primarily inurban areas that have highconcentrations of soot in the air, or ifthe flow from the heating andcooling system becomes less thanusual.

Make sure the rear floor mats areproperly hooked to the floor matanchors. Your vehicle is equippedwith front passenger’s seat weightsensors. If the rear passenger’s floormat is on the seat rail of the frontpassenger’s seat, the sensors willdetect the decreased weight on theseat, and they may not work properly.

If you remove a floor mat, make sureto re-anchor it when you put it backin your vehicle.

If you use a non-Honda floor mat,make sure it fits properly and that itcan be used with the floor matanchors. Do not put additional floormats on top of the anchored mats.

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Your vehicle is equipped with anantenna on the f ront right f ender.Bef ore using a ‘‘drive-through’’ carwash, make sure you remove theantenna by unscrewing it by hand. Thisprevents the antenna f rom beingdamaged by the car wash brushes.

Check the condition of the wiperblades at least every six months.Replace them if you find signs ofcracking in the rubber, areas that aregetting hard, or if they leave streaksand unwiped areas when used.

Disconnect the blade assemblyfrom the wiper arm by pushing inthe lock tab. Hold the lock tab inwhile you push the blade assemblytoward the base of the arm.

Raise the wiper arm off thewindshield.

Front: If you are changing the rearwiper blade, go to step 6.

Raise the wiper arm off the hatchglass and hold it.

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Do not open the hood when the wiperarms are raised, or you will damagethe hood and the wiper arms.

To safely operate your vehicle, yourtires must be the proper type andsize, in good condition with adequatetread, and correctly inflated.

The following pages give moredetailed information on how to takecare of your tires and what to dowhen they need to be replaced.

Slide the wiper blade assemblyonto the wiper arm. Make sure itlocks in place.

Lower the wiper arm down againstthe windshield or the hatch glass.

Slide the new wiper blade into theholder until the tabs lock.

Remove the blade from its holderby grasping the tabbed end of theblade. Pull firmly until the tabscome out of the holder.

Examine the new wiper blades. Ifthey have no plastic or metalreinforcement along the backedge, remove the metalreinforcement strips from the oldwiper blade, and install them inthe slots along the edge of the newblade.

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Using tires that are excessivelyworn or improperly inflated cancause a crash in which you canbe seriously hurt or killed.

Follow all instructions in thisowner’s manual regarding tireinflation and maintenance.

If you check air pressures when thetires are hot [driven for several miles(kilometers)], you will see readings 4to 6 psi (30 to 40 kPa, 0.3 to 0.4kgf/cm ) higher than the coldreadings. This is normal. Do not letair out to match the recommendedcold air pressure. The tire will beunderinflated.

You should use your own tirepressure gauge whenever you checkyour tire pressures. This will make iteasier for you to tell if a pressureloss is due to a tire problem and notdue to a variation between gauges.

Check the air pressures when thetires are cold. This means thevehicle has been parked for at least 3hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6km). Add or release air, if needed, tomatch the recommended cold tirepressures on page .

Use a gauge to measure the airpressure in each tire at least once amonth. Even tires that are in goodcondition may lose 1 to 2 psi (10 to20 kPa, 0.1 to 0.2 kgf/cm ) permonth. Remember to check thespare tire at the same time.Underinflated tires wear unevenly,

adversely affect handling and fueleconomy, and are more likely tofail from being overheated.

Overinflated tires can make yourvehicle ride more harshly, aremore prone to damage from roadhazards, and wear unevenly.

Keeping the tires properly inflatedprovides the best combination ofhandling, tread life, and ridingcomfort.

We recommend that you visuallycheck your tires every day. If youthink a tire might be low, check itimmediately with a tire gauge.

While tubeless tires have someability to self-seal if they arepunctured, you should look closelyfor punctures if a tire starts losingpressure.

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Every time you check inflation, youshould also examine the tires fordamage, foreign objects, and wear.

You should look for:

Your tires have wear indicatorsmolded into the tread. When thetread wears down, you will see aband 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) wide acrossthe tread. This shows there is lessthan 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of tread lefton the tire.

A tire this worn gives very littletraction on wet roads. You shouldreplace the tire if you can see threeor more tread wear indicators.

The following chart shows therecommended cold tire pressures formost normal and high-speed drivingconditions.

For convenience, the recommendedtire sizes and cold tire pressures areon a label on the driver’s doorjamb.

For additional information aboutyour tires, see page .

Excessive tread wear.

Cuts, splits, or cracks in the sideof the tire. Replace the tire if youcan see fabric or cord.

Bumps or bulges in the tread orside of the tire. Replace the tire ifyou find either of these conditions.

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In addition to proper inflation,correct wheel alignment helps todecrease tire wear. If you find a tireis worn unevenly, have your dealercheck the wheel alignment.

Have your dealer check the tires ifyou feel a consistent vibration whiledriving. A tire should always berebalanced if it is removed from thewheel. When you have new tiresinstalled, make sure they arebalanced. This increases ridingcomfort and tire life. For best results,have the installer perform a dynamicbalance.

To help increase tire life anddistribute wear more evenly, rotatethe tires every 10,000 miles (16,000km). Move the tires to the positionsshown in the chart each time theyare rotated. If you purchasedirectional tires, rotate only front-to-back.

Replace your tires with radial tires ofthe same size, load range, speedrating, and maximum cold tirepressure rating (as shown on thetire’s sidewall).

It is best to replace all four tires atthe same time. If that is not possibleor necessary, replace the two fronttires or two rear tires as a pair.Replacing just one tire can seriouslyaffect your vehicle’s handling.

Mixing radial and bias-ply tires onyour vehicle can reduce brakingability, traction, and steeringaccuracy. Using tires of a differentsize or construction can cause theABS and vehicle stability assistsystem (VSA) to work inconsistently.

For vehicles equipped with aluminumwheels:

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Improper wheel weights can damageyour vehicle’s wheels. Use only Hondawheel weights f or balancing.

＋Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘AllSeason’’ on the sidewall have an all-weather tread design suitable formost winter driving conditions.

For the best performance in snowyor icy conditions, you should installsnow tires or tire chains. They maybe required by local laws undercertain conditions.

If you mount snow tires on yourvehicle, make sure they are radialtires of the same size and load rangeas original tires. Mount snow tires onall four wheels. The tractionprovided by snow tires on dry roadsmay be lower than your original tires.Check with the tire dealer formaximum speed recommendations.

Wheels:

Tires:

See page for information aboutDOT Tire Quality Grading, and page

for tire size and labelinginformation.

If you ever replace a wheel, makesure the new one matches thespecifications of the original.

Replacement wheels are available atyour dealer.

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Installing improper tires on yourvehicle can affect handling andstability. This can cause a crashin which you can be seriouslyhurt or killed.

Always use the size and type oftires recommended in thisowner’s manual.

When installing cables, follow themanufacturer’s instructions, andmount them as tight as you can.Make sure they are not contactingthe brake lines or suspension. Driveslowly with them installed. If youhear them coming into contact withthe body or chassis, stop andinvestigate. Remove them as soon asyou begin driving on cleared roads.

Because your vehicle has limited tireclearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’cable-type traction devices, withrubber chain tensioners, on the fronttires. Use traction devices only whenrequired by driving conditions orlocal laws. Make sure they are thecorrect size for your tires. Metal link-type ‘‘chains’’ should not be used.

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Traction devices that are the wrongsize or improperly installed candamage your vehicle’s brake lines,suspension, body, and wheels. Stopdriving if they are hitting any part ofthe vehicle.

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Check the condition of the batterymonthly by looking at the testindicator window. The label on thebattery explains the test indicator’scolors.

Check the terminals for corrosion (awhite or yellowish powder). Toremove it, cover the terminals with asolution of baking soda and water. Itwill bubble up and turn brown. Whenthis stops, wash it off with plainwater. Dry off the battery with a

cloth or paper towel. Coat theterminals with grease to help preventfuture corrosion.

If additional battery maintenance isneeded, see your dealer or aqualified technician.

Battery posts,terminals, and related accessoriescontain lead and lead compounds.

If you need to connect the battery toa charger, disconnect both cables toprevent damaging your vehicle’selectrical system. Always disconnectthe negative ( ) cable first, andreconnect it last.

If your vehicle’s battery isdisconnected, or goes dead, the timesetting will be reset to 1:00. To setthe time again, follow the settingprocedure (see page ).137

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The battery gives off explosivehydrogen gas during normaloperation.

A spark or flame can cause thebattery to explode with enoughforce to kill or seriously hurt you.

Wear protective clothing and aface shield, or have a skilledmechanic do the batterymaintenance.

Fill the fuel tank.

Change the engine oil and filter.

Wash and dry the exteriorcompletely.

Clean the interior. Make sure thecarpeting, floor mats, etc., arecompletely dry.

Block the rear wheels.

If the vehicle is to be stored for alonger period, it should besupported on jackstands so thetires are off the ground.

Cover the vehicle with a‘‘breathable’’ cover, one madefrom a porous material such ascotton. Non-porous materials, suchas plastic sheeting, trap moisture,which can damage the paint.

If you need to park your vehicle foran extended period (more than 1month), there are several things youshould do to prepare it for storage.Proper preparation helps preventdeterioration and makes it easier toget your vehicle back on the road. Ifpossible, store your vehicle indoors. Leave one window open slightly (if

the vehicle is being storedindoors).

Disconnect the battery.

Support the front and rear wiperblade arms with a folded towel orrag so they do not touch thewindshield.

To minimize sticking, apply asilicone spray lubricant to all doorand tailgate seals. Also, apply avehicle body wax to the paintedsurfaces that mate with the doorand tailgate seals.

If possible, periodically run theengine until it reaches fulloperating temperature (thecooling fans cycle on and offtwice). Preferably, do this once amonth.

If you store your vehicle for 1 year orlonger, have your dealer perform theinspections called for in the 2 years/30,000 miles (48,000 km)maintenance schedule (NormalConditions) as soon as you take itout of storage (see page ). Thereplacements called for in themaintenance schedule are notneeded unless the vehicle hasactually reached that time or mileage.

Leave the parking brake off. Putthe transmission in reverse(manual) or Park (automatic).

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This section covers the morecommon problems that motoristsexperience with their vehicles. Itgives you information about how tosafely evaluate the problem and whatto do to correct it. If the problem hasstranded you on the side of the road,you may be able to get going again.If not, you will also find instructionson getting your vehicle towed.

....................Changing a Flat Tire . 220.............If the Engine Won’t Start . 227

................................Jump Starting . 229..............If the Engine Overheats . 231

.........Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 233..........Charging System Indicator . 233

.......Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 234...............Brake System Indicator . 235

..................Closing the Moonroof . 236..............................................Fuses . 237

..............................Fuse Locations . 240......................Emergency Towing . 242

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To keep the tailgate door open,use the stop from the tool kit. Putthe stop on the support strut asshown.

If you are towing a trailer, unhitchthe trailer.

Turn on the hazard warning lights,and turn the ignition switch to theLOCK (0) position. Have allpassengers get out of the vehiclewhile you change the tire.

If you have a flat tire while driving,stop in a safe place to change it.Drive slowly along the shoulder untilyou get to an exit or an area that isfar away from the traffic lanes.

Park the vehicle on firm, level, andnon-slippery ground. Put thetransmission in Park (automatic)or reverse (manual). Apply theparking brake.

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Follow the directions forchanging a tire exactly, andnever get under the vehiclewhen it is supported only by thejack.

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The tools and jack are behind acover in the cargo area on thepassenger’s side. Remove thecover by turning the handlecounterclockwise, then pulling outthe cover.

Zip the cover open.

Pull out the cover’s two lower flaps.Pull the upper flaps out bygradually working your hands upthe sides of the cover. Remove thecover.

Turn the jack’s end bracketcounterclockwise to loosen it, thenremove the jack and tools.

Remove the spare tire cover. Donot forcibly pull off the cover oryou may damage it.

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Pull off the center spacer. Usingthe wheel wrench, loosen thethree wheel nuts and remove them.Remove the spare tire from theholder.

Unzip the flap around the loweredge of the cover.

Pull out the bottom of the cover,then gradually pull it off.

Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turnwith the wheel nut wrench.

Place the jack under the jackingpoint nearest the tire you need tochange. It is pointed to by anarrow molded into the undersideof the body. Turn the end bracketclockwise until the top of the jackcontacts the jacking point. Makesure the center of the jackingpoint tab is resting in the jacknotch.

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Before mounting the spare tire,wipe any dirt off the mountingsurface of the wheel and hub witha clean cloth. Wipe the hubcarefully; it may be hot fromdriving.

Use the extension and the wheelnut wrench as shown to raise thevehicle until the flat tire is off theground.

Put on the spare tire. Put thewheel nuts back on finger-tight,then tighten them in a crisscrosspattern with the wheel nut wrenchuntil the wheel is firmly againstthe hub. Do not try to tightenthem fully.

Lower the vehicle to the ground,and remove the jack.

Remove the wheel nuts, thenremove the flat tire. Handle thewheel nuts carefully; they may behot from driving. Place the flat tireon the ground with the outsidesurface facing up.

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Tighten the wheel nuts securely inthe same crisscross pattern. Havethe wheel nut torque checked atthe nearest automotive servicefacility.Tighten the wheel nuts to:

Remove the center cap from theflat tire.

Put the flat tire on the spare tireholder. Put the wheel nuts onfinger-tight, then tighten themwith the wheel nut wrench. Putthe center spacer in the center ofthe wheel.Tighten the wheel nuts to:

Store the jack in its holder. Turnthe jack’s end bracket to lock it inplace. Store the tools, and installthe cover on the side of the cargoarea.

Close the tailgate.

Install the spare tire cover.

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Loose items can fly around theinterior in a crash and couldseriously injure the occupants.

Store the wheel, jack, and toolssecurely before driving.

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Step back to check the alignmentof the logo. If needed, pivot thecover until the logo is straight.

Hold the cover at the 10 o’clockand 2 o’clock positions, then placethe top of it over the spare tire.

Starting at the top of the tire,position the outside seam of thecover slightly over the outsideedge of the tire. Pull the cover on,a little at a time, and alternate sideto side along the tire until youreach the bottom.

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Make sure the cover is at roomtemperature bef ore you install it. If it’stoo cold, it won’t f it easily over the tire.

Make sure the cover is horizontal.If needed, pivot the cover until thecover is horizontal.

Place the top of the cover over thespare tire, then gradually push thebottom of the cover over thebottom of the tire.

Zip the cover closed.Pull the bottom of the cover overthe tire.

If needed, readjust the cover tosmooth out any wrinkles.

Zip the cover closed.

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Diagnosing why the engine won’tstart falls into two areas, dependingon what you hear when you turn theignition switch to the START (III)position:

When you turn the ignition switch tothe START (III) position, you do nothear the normal noise of the enginetrying to start. You may hear aclicking sound or series of clicks, ornothing at all.

Turn the ignition switch to theSTART (III) position. If theheadlights do not dim, check thecondition of the fuses. If the fusesare OK, there is probablysomething wrong with theelectrical circuit for the ignitionswitch or starter motor. You willneed a qualified technician todetermine the problem (see

on page ).

If the headlights dim noticeably orgo out when you try to start theengine, either the battery is dis-charged or the connections arecorroded. Check the condition of thebattery and terminal connections(see page ). You can then tryjump starting the vehicle from abooster battery (see page ).

You can hear the starter motoroperating normally, or the startermotor sounds like it is spinningfaster than normal, but the enginedoes not start up and run.

You hear nothing, or almostnothing. The engine’s startermotor does not operate at all, oroperates very slowly.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position. Turn on theheadlights, and check theirbrightness. If the headlights arevery dim or do not come on at all,the battery is discharged. See

on page .

Check the transmission interlock.If you have a manual transmission,the clutch pedal must be pushedall the way to the floor or thestarter will not operate. With anautomatic transmission, it must bein Park or neutral.

Check these things:

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Are you using a properly codedkey? An improperly coded key willcause the immobilizer systemindicator in the instrument panelto blink rapidly (see page ).

In this case, the starter motor’sspeed sounds normal, or even fasterthan normal, when you turn theignition switch to the START (III)position, but the engine does not run.

Are you using the proper startingprocedure? Refer to

on page .

Do you have fuel? Check the fuelgauge; the low fuel indicator maynot be working.

There may be an electricalproblem, such as no power to thefuel pump. Check all the fuses(see page ).

If you find nothing wrong, you willneed a qualified technician to findthe problem. See

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Although this seems like a simpleprocedure, you should take severalprecautions.

You cannot start your vehicle with anautomatic transmission by pushingor pulling it.

Open the hood, and check thephysical condition of the battery.In very cold weather, check thecondition of the electrolyte. If itseems slushy or frozen, do not tryjump starting until it thaws.

Connect one jumper cable to thepositive ( ) terminal on yourbattery. Connect the other end tothe positive ( ) terminal on thebooster battery.

The numbers in the illustration showyou the order to connect the jumpercables.Turn off all the electrical acces-

sories: heater, A/C, stereo system,lights, etc. Put the transmission inneutral (manual) or Park(automatic), and set the parkingbrake.

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A battery can explode if you donot follow the correct procedure,seriously injuring anyonenearby.

Keep all sparks, open flames,and smoking materials awayfrom the battery.

If a battery sits in extreme cold, theelectrolyte inside can f reeze.Attempting to jump start with a f rozenbattery can cause it to rupture.

－Remove the power steeringreservoir from the bracket. Pull itaway from the grounding strap.

Connect the second jumper cableto the negative ( ) terminal onthe booster battery. Connect theother end to the grounding strapas shown. Do not connect thisjumper cable to any other part ofthe engine.

If the booster battery is in anothervehicle, have an assistant startthat vehicle and run it at a fast idle.

Make sure the power steeringhose is not touching the powersteering belt or the pulley.

Start your vehicle. If the startermotor still operates slowly, checkthat the jumper cables have goodmetal-to-metal contact.

Once your vehicle is running,disconnect the negative cable fromyour vehicle, then from thebooster battery. Disconnect thepositive cable from your vehicle,then from the booster battery.

Reinstall the power steeringreservoir.

Keep the ends of the jumper cablesaway from each other and any metalon the vehicle until everything isdisconnected. Otherwise, you maycause an electrical short.

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If you do not see steam or spray,leave the engine running, andwatch the temperature gauge. Ifthe high heat is due to overloading,the engine should start to cooldown almost immediately. If itdoes, wait until the temperaturegauge comes down to the midpoint,then continue driving.

If the temperature gauge stays atthe red mark, turn off the engine.

The pointer of the vehicle’stemperature gauge should stay inthe midrange. If it climbs to the redmark, you should determine thereason (hot day, driving up a steephill, etc.).

If the vehicle overheats, you shouldtake immediate action. The onlyindication may be the temperaturegauge climbing to or above the redmark. Or you may see steam orspray coming from under the hood.

Safely pull to the side of the road.Put the transmission in neutral(manual) or Park (automatic), andset the parking brake. Turn off allthe accessories, and turn on thehazard indicators.

If you see steam and/or spraycoming from under the hood, turnoff the engine. Wait until you seeno more signs of steam or spray,then open the hood.

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Steam and spray from anoverheated engine canseriously scald you.

Do not open the hood if steamis coming out.

Driving with the temperature gaugepointer at the red mark can causeserious damage to the engine.

Look for any obvious coolant leaks,such as a split radiator hose.Everything is still extremely hot,so use caution. If you find a leak, itmust be repaired before youcontinue driving (see

on page ).

If you don’t find an obvious leak,check the coolant level in theradiator reserve tank (see page

).Using gloves or a large heavycloth, turn the radiator capcounterclockwise, without pushingdown, to the first stop. After thepressure releases, push down onthe cap, and turn it until it comesoff.

Put the radiator cap back ontightly. Run the engine, and watchthe temperature gauge. If it goesback to the red mark, the engineneeds repair (see

on page ).

If the temperature stays normal,check the coolant level in theradiator reserve tank. If it hasgone down, add coolant to theMAX mark. Put the cap back ontightly.

If there was no coolant in thereserve tank, you may need to addcoolant to the radiator. Let theengine cool down until the pointerreaches the middle of thetemperature gauge or lowerbefore checking the radiator.

Start the engine, and set thetemperature control dial tomaximum heat. Add coolant to theradiator up to the base of the fillerneck. If you do not have theproper coolant mixture available,you can add plain water.Remember to have the coolingsystem drained and refilled withthe proper mixture as soon as youcan.

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Removing the radiator capwhile the engine is hot cancause the coolant to spray out,seriously scalding you.

Always let the engine andradiator cool down beforeremoving the radiator cap.

Let the vehicle sit for a minute.Open the hood, and check the oillevel (see page ). An enginevery low on oil can lose pressureduring cornering and other drivingmaneuvers.

If necessary, add oil to bring thelevel back to the full mark on thedipstick (see page ).

If the charging systemindicator comes on brightly

when the engine is running, thebattery is not being charged.

Immediately turn off all electricalaccessories. Try not to use otherelectrically operated controls such asthe power windows. Keep the enginerunning; starting the engine willdischarge the battery rapidly.

Go to a service station or garagewhere you can get technicalassistance.

Safely pull off the road, and shutoff the engine. Turn on the hazardwarning lights.

This indicator should nevercome on when the engine is

running. If it starts flashing or stayson, the oil pressure has dropped verylow or lost pressure. Serious enginedamage is possible, and you shouldtake immediate action.

Start the engine, and watch the oilpressure indicator. If it does not goout within 10 seconds, turn off theengine. There is a mechanicalproblem that needs to be repairedbefore you can continue driving(see on page

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Running the engine with low oilpressure can cause serious mechanicaldamage almost immediately. Turn of fthe engine as soon as you can saf ely getthe vehicle stopped.

If the indicator comes onwhile driving, it means one

of the engine’s emissions controlsystems may have a problem. Eventhough you may feel no difference inyour vehicle’s performance, it canreduce your fuel economy and causeincreased emissions. Continuedoperation may cause serious damage.

If the indicator comes on repeatedly,even though it may turn off as youcontinue driving, have the vehiclechecked by the dealer as soon aspossible.

This indicator may also come onalong with the ‘‘D’’ indicator.

Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readinesscodes’’ that are part of the on-boarddiagnostics for the emissionssystems. In some states, part of theemissions testing is to make surethese codes are set. If they are notset, the test cannot be completed.

If the battery in your vehicle hasbeen disconnected or gone dead,these codes are erased. It takes atleast three days of driving undervarious conditions to set the codesagain.

To check if they are set, turn theignition to the ON (II) position,without starting the engine. Themalfunction indicator lamp will comeon for 20 seconds. If it then goes off,the readiness codes are set. If itblinks five times, the readinesscodes are not set. If possible, do nottake your vehicle for a stateemissions test until the readinesscodes are set. Refer to

for moreinformation (see page ).

If you have recently refueled yourvehicle, the indicator could come onbecause of a loose or missing fuel fillcap. You will also see a ‘‘CHECKFUEL CAP’’ message on theodometer display. Tighten the capuntil it clicks at least once.Tightening the cap will not turn theindicator turn off immediately; ittakes at least three days of normaldriving.

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If you keep driving with themalf unction indicator lamp on, you candamage your vehicle’s emissionscontrols and engine. Those repairs maynot be covered by your vehicle’swarranties.

However, if the brake pedal does notfeel normal, you should takeimmediate action. A problem in onepart of the system’s dual circuitdesign will still give you braking attwo wheels. You will feel the brakepedal go down much farther beforethe vehicle begins to slow down, andyou will have to press harder on thepedal.

If you must drive the vehicle a shortdistance in this condition, driveslowly and carefully.

Slow down by shifting to a lowergear, and pull to the side of the roadwhen it is safe. Because of the longdistance needed to stop, it ishazardous to drive the vehicle. Youshould have it towed and repaired assoon as possible (see

on page ).

If the ABS indicator and the VSAsystem indicator come on with thebrake system indicator, have yourvehicle inspected by your dealerimmediately.

The brake system indicator normallycomes on when you turn the ignitionswitch to the ON (II) position, and asa reminder to check the parkingbrake. It will stay on if you do notfully release the parking brake.

If the brake system indicator comeson while driving, the brake fluid levelis probably low. Press lightly on thebrake pedal to see if it feels normal.If it does, check the brake fluid levelthe next time you stop at a servicestation (see page ).

If the fluid level is low, take yourvehicle to a dealer, and have thebrake system inspected for leaks orworn brake pads.

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To remove the round plug in thecenter of the headliner, turn theplug by using a screwdriver orcoin, then pry it out. Make sure toalign the tabs on the round plug tothe notches on the ceilling asshown in the illustration.

Insert the moonroof wrench intothe socket behind this plug. Turnthe wrench until the moonroof isfully closed.

Remove the wrench. Reinstall theround plug.

Get the moonroof wrench out ofthe tool kit in the cargo area.

Try closing the moonroof. If thenew fuse blows immediately or themoonroof motor still does notoperate, you can close themoonroof manually.

Check the fuse for the moonroofmotor (see page ). If the fuseis blown, replace it with one of thesame or lower rating.

If the electric motor will not closethe moonroof, do the following:

If you need to close the moonroofmanually, it means the moonroofopening/closing function isdeveloping a problem. Have yourvehicle checked by your dealer.

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The vehicle’s fuses are contained inthree fuse boxes.

The interior fuse box is underneaththe steering column. To remove thefuse box lid, pull it toward you andtake the lid out of its hinges.

The primary under-hood fuse box isin the engine compartment on thedriver’s side. To open it, push thetabs as shown.

The secondary fuse box is next tothe primary fuse box.

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Check the smaller fuses in theunder-hood fuse boxes and all thefuses in the interior fuse box bypulling out each one with the fusepuller provided in the primaryunder-hood fuse box.

Check each of the large fuses inthe primary under-hood fuse boxby looking through the top at thewire inside. Removing these fusesrequires a Phillips-headscrewdriver.

If something electrical in yourvehicle stops working, check for ablown fuse first. Determine from thechart on pages and , or thediagram on the fuse box lid, whichfuse or fuses control that device.Check those fuses first, but check allthe fuses before deciding that ablown fuse is the cause. Replace anyblown fuses, and check if the deviceworks.

Turn the ignition switch to theLOCK (0) position. Make sure theheadlights and all otheraccessories are off.

Look for a blown wire inside thefuse. If it is blown, replace it withone of the spare fuses of the samerating or lower.

Remove the cover from the fusebox.

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BLOWN

If the radio fuse is removed, theaudio system will disable itself. Thenext time you turn on the radio youwill see ‘‘COdE’’ in the frequencydisplay. Use the preset buttons toenter the five-digit code (see page

).

If the replacement fuse of thesame rating blows in a short time,there is probably a seriouselectrical problem in your vehicle.Leave the blown fuse in thatcircuit and have your vehiclechecked by a qualified mechanic.

If the driver’s power window fuse isremoved, the AUTO function of thedriver’s window will be disabled. Toreset the AUTO function, see page

.

If you cannot drive the vehiclewithout fixing the problem, and youdo not have a spare fuse, take a fuseof the same rating or a lower ratingfrom one of the other circuits. Makesure you can do without that circuittemporarily (such as the accessorypower socket or radio).

If you replace the blown fuse with aspare fuse that has a lower rating, itmight blow out again. This does notindicate anything wrong. Replace thefuse with one of the correct rating assoon as you can.

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Replacing a f use with one that has ahigher rating greatly increases thechances of damaging the electricalsystem. If you do not have areplacement f use with the proper ratingf or the circuit, install one with a lowerrating.

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Power Window RelayMoonroofAccessory, RadioRear WiperMeterNot UsedDaytime running lightsSRSRemote Control Mirrors

B FR ACCHeated SeatFuel Pump

Turn Signal LightsFront WiperNot UsedFront Right Power WindowFront Left Power WindowRear Left Power WindowRear Right Power Window

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Condenser FanEngineInterior LightCooling FanHazardSmall LightHorn, StopDBWBack UpABS MotorRear DefrosterHeater MotorPower Window

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UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOXES

The operator will loadyour vehicle on the back of a truck.Any other method of towing willdamage the drive system. When youcontact the towing agency, informthem a flat-bed is required.

If your vehicle needs to be towed,call a professional towing service ororganization. Never tow your vehiclewith just a rope or chain. It is verydangerous.

Refer toon page

for non-emergency towinginformation.177

On 4WD models

The only way you can safely towyour vehicle is with flat-bedequipment.

Towing Your VehicleBehind a Motorhome

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Towing with only two tires on theground will damage parts of the 4WDsystem. It should be transported on af lat-bed truck or trailer.

The diagrams in this section giveyou the dimensions and capacities ofyour vehicle, and the locations of theidentification numbers. It alsoincludes information you shouldknow about your vehicle’s tires andemissions control systems.

................Identification Numbers . 244................................Specifications . 246

DOT Tire Quality Grading......................(U.S. Vehicles) . 248

Uniform Tire Quality..................................Grading . 248.................................Treadwear . 248

......................................Traction . 248.............................Temperature . 249

.................................Tire Labeling . 250

.......................Emissions Controls . 251.....................The Clean Air Act . 251

Crankcase Emissions Control....................................System . 251

Evaporative Emissions Control....................................System . 251

Onboard Refueling Vapor................................Recovery . 251

...Exhaust Emissions Controls . 252....................PGM-FI System . 252

Ignition Timing Control................................System . 252

Three Way Catalytic...........................Converter . 252

....................Replacement Parts . 252..Three Way Catalytic Converter . 253

..............State Emissions Testing . 254

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Your vehicle has several identifyingnumbers located in various places.

The vehicle identification number(VIN) is the 17-digit number yourHonda dealer uses to register yourvehicle for warranty purposes. It isalso necessary for licensing andinsuring your vehicle. The easiestplace to find the VIN is on a platefastened to the top of the dashboard.You can see it by looking throughthe windshield on the driver’s side. Itis also on the certification labelattached to the driver’s doorjamb,and is stamped on the enginecompartment bulkhead. The VIN isalso provided in bar code on thecertification label.

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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

CERTIFICATION LABEL

The transmission number is on alabel on top of the transmission.

The engine number is stamped intothe front of the engine block.

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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER

ENGINE NUMBER MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER

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Capacities

Engine

Weights

Dimensions Capacities

181.0 in (4,597 mm)1.43 US gal (5.4 )1.88 US gal (7.1 )

1.45 US gal (5.5 )1.90 US gal (7.2 )

3.3 US qt (3.1 )3.1 US qt (2.9 )

7.6 US qt (7.2 )6.9 US qt (6.5 )2.0 US qt (1.9 )2.4 US qt (2.3 )

1.1 US qt (1.0 )1.3 US qt (1.2 )

4.8 US qt (4.5 )2.6 US qt (2.5 )

0.16 US gal (0.6 )

Excluding the oil remaining in the engineIncluding the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in theengineReserve tank capacity:

Fuel tank

Engine oil

5.6 US qt (5.3 )4.2 US qt (4.0 )4.4 US qt (4.2 )

15.3 US gal (58 )

Type

Bore x StrokeDisplacementCompression ratioSpark plugs

Gross vehicle weight rating

Length

WidthHeightWheelbaseTrack

See the certification label attachedto the driver’s doorjamb.

SKJ20DR-M11IZFR6K-11

9.6 : 1144 cu-in (2,354 cm )

3.43 x 3.90 in (87.0 x 99.0 mm)

60.6 in (1,538 mm)60.4 in (1,533 mm)103.1 in (2,620 mm)66.2 in (1,682 mm)70.2 in (1,782 mm)181.8 in (4,617 mm)

Enginecoolant

Automatictransmissionfluid

ManualtransmissionfluidReardifferentialfluid (4WD)Windshieldwasherreservoir

Water cooled 4-stroke DOHCi-VTEC 4-cylinder gasoline engine

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Air Conditioning

Battery

Fuses

Alignment

Tires

Lights

HFC-134a (R-134a)17.0 18.7 oz (480 530 g)

SP-10

12 V12 V

55 W21 W

36 AH/5 HR

12 V12 V12 V12 V12 V12 V12 V12 V12 V

21 W3 CP8 W4 CP8 W5 W21 W21/5 W21 W

12 V47 AH/20 HR

29 psi (200 kPa , 2.0 kgf/cm )29 psi (200 kPa , 2.0 kgf/cm )

1°45’1°

0°0.08 in (2.0 mm)

0.0 in (0 mm)

12 V

Refrigerant typeCharge quantityLubricant type

Capacity

Interior

Under-hood

Toe-in

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Caster

SizePressure

215/65R16 98T

12 V 3 CP

HeadlightsFront turn signal lightsParking lights/side markerlightsRear turn signal lightsStop/TaillightsBack-up lightsLicense plate lightCeiling lightSpotlightsCargo area LightRear side marker lightsHigh-mount brake light

See page 240 or the fuse labelattached to the inside of the fusebox door under the steeringcolumn.See page 241 or the fuse boxcover.

FrontRearFrontRearFront

Front/RearFrontRear

High/Low (H1)

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－The tires on your vehicle meet allU.S. Federal Safety Requirements.All tires are also graded fortreadwear, traction, and temperatureperformance according toDepartment of Transportation(DOT) standards. The followingexplains these gradings.

Quality grades can be found whereapplicable on the tire sidewallbetween the tread shoulder and themaximum section width. Forexample:

The treadwear grade is a compara-tive rating based on the wear rate ofthe tire when tested under controlledconditions on a specified governmenttest course. For example, a tiregraded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on thegovernment course as a tire graded100. The relative performance oftires depends upon the actual condi-tions of their use, however, and maydepart significantly from the normdue to variations in driving habits,service practices, and differences inroad characteristics and climate.

The traction grades, from highest tolowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Thosegrades represent the tire’s ability tostop on wet pavement as measuredunder controlled conditions onspecified government test surfacesof asphalt and concrete. A tiremarked C may have poor tractionperformance.

Warning: The traction gradeassigned to this tire is based onstraight-ahead braking traction tests,and does not include acceleration,cornering, hydroplaning, or peaktraction characteristics.

All passenger car tires must conformto Federal Safety Requirements inaddition to these grades.

DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)

Treadwear 200Traction AATemperature A

Uniform Tire Quality Grading

Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C

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－ Warning: The temperature grade forthis tire is established for a tire thatis properly inflated and notoverloaded. Excessive speed,underinflation, or excessive loading,either separately or in combination,can cause heat buildup and possibletire failure.

The temperature grades are A (thehighest), B, and C, representing thetire’s resistance to the generation ofheat, and its ability to dissipate heatwhen tested under controlledconditions on a specified indoorlaboratory test wheel. Sustained hightemperature can cause the materialof the tire to degenerate and reducetire life, and excessive temperaturecan lead to sudden tire failure. GradeC corresponds to a level ofperformance that all passenger cartires must meet under the FederalMotor Vehicle Safety Standard No.109. Grades B and A representhigher levels of performance on thelaboratory test wheel than theminimum required by law.

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The tires that came on your vehiclehave a number of markings. Thoseyou should be aware of are describedbelow.

Date of manufacture.

Tire type code.

Manufacturer’sidentification mark.

This indicates that the tiremeets all requirements ofthe U.S. Department ofTransportation.

Speed symbol (analphabetical code indicatingthe maximum speed rating).

Load index (a numerical codeassociated with the maximumload the tire can carry).

Max Press The maximum airpressure the tire can hold.

Max Load The maximum load thetire can carry at maximum airpressure.

Whenever tires are replaced, theyshould be replaced with tires of thesame size. Below is an example oftire size with an explanation of whateach component means.

Tire width in millimeters.

Aspect ratio (the tire’s sectionheight as a percentage of itswidth).

Tire construction code (Rindicates radial).

Rim diameter in inches.

The tire identification number (TIN)is a group of numbers and lettersthat look like this example:

R

DOT

B97R

FW6X

2202

215

65

16

98

T

Tire Labeling

Tire Size

Maximum Tire Pressure

Maximum Tire Load

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DOT B97R FW6X 2202215/65R16 98T

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The United States Clean Air Actsets standards for automobileemissions. It also requires thatautomobile manufacturers explain toowners how their emissions controlswork and what to do to maintainthem. This section summarizes howthe emissions controls work.Scheduled maintenance is on page

.

The burning of gasoline in yourvehicle’s engine produces several by-products. Some of these are carbonmonoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen(NOx), and hydrocarbons (HC).Gasoline evaporating from the tankalso produces hydrocarbons. Con-trolling the production of NOx, CO,and HC is important to the environ-ment. Under certain conditions ofsunlight and climate, NOx and HCreact to form photochemical ‘‘smog.’’Carbon monoxide does not contri-bute to smog creation, but it is apoisonous gas.

In Canada, Honda vehicles complywith the Canadian emissionrequirements, as specified in anagreement with EnvironmentCanada, at the time they aremanufactured.

Your vehicle has a positivecrankcase ventilation system. Thiskeeps gasses that build up in theengine’s crankcase from going intothe atmosphere. The positive

crankcase ventilation valve routesthem from the crankcase back to theintake manifold. They are thendrawn into the engine and burned.

As gasoline evaporates in the fueltank, an evaporative emissionscontrol canister filled with charcoaladsorbs the vapor. It is stored in thiscanister while the engine is off. Afterthe engine is started and warmed up,the vapor is drawn into the engineand burned during driving.

The onboard refueling vaporrecovery (ORVR) system capturesthe fuel vapors during refueling. Thevapors are adsorbed in a canisterfilled with activated carbon. Whiledriving, the fuel vapors are drawninto the engine and burned off.

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The Clean Air Act

Crankcase Emissions ControlSystem

Evaporative Emissions ControlSystem

Onboard Refueling VaporRecovery

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The emissions control systems aredesigned and certified to work to-gether in reducing emissions tolevels that comply with the Clean AirAct. To make sure the emissionsremain low, you should use only newHonda replacement parts or theirequivalent for repairs. Using lowerquality parts may increase theemissions from your vehicle.

The emissions control systems arecovered by warranties separate fromthe rest of your vehicle. Read yourwarranty manual for more informa-tion.

The three way catalytic converter isin the exhaust system. Throughchemical reactions, it converts HC,CO, and NOx in the engine’s exhaustto carbon dioxide (CO ), nitrogen(N ), and water vapor.

This system constantly adjusts theignition timing, reducing the amountof HC, CO, and NOx produced.

The PGM-FI system uses sequentialmultiport fuel injection. It has threesubsystems: air intake, enginecontrol, and fuel control. Thepowertrain control module (PCM) inautomatic transmission vehicles orthe engine control module (ECM) inmanual transmission vehicles usevarious sensors to determine howmuch air is going into the engine. Itthen controls how much fuel to injectunder all operating conditions.

The exhaust emissions controlsinclude three systems: PGM-FI,ignition timing control, and threeway catalytic converter. These threesystems work together to control theengine’s combustion and minimizethe amount of HC, CO, and NOx thatcome out the tailpipe. The exhaustemissions control systems areseparate from the crankcase andevaporative emissions controlsystems.

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Exhaust Emissions Controls Replacement PartsPGM-FI System

Three Way Catalytic Converter

Ignition Timing Control System

Emissions Controls

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The three way catalytic convertercontains precious metals that serveas catalysts, promoting chemicalreactions to convert the exhaustgasses without affecting the metals.The catalytic converter is referred toas a three-way catalyst, since it actson HC, CO, and NOx. A replacementunit must be an original Honda partor its equivalent.

Always use unleaded gasoline.Even a small amount of leadedgasoline can contaminate thecatalyst metals, making the threeway catalytic converter ineffective.

Keep the engine tuned-up.

The three way catalytic convertermust operate at a high temperaturefor the chemical reactions to takeplace. It can set on fire anycombustible materials that comenear it. Park your vehicle away fromhigh grass, dry leaves, or otherflammables.

A defective three way catalyticconverter contributes to air pollution,and can impair your engine’s per-formance. Follow these guidelines toprotect your vehicle’s three waycatalytic converter.

Have your vehicle diagnosed andrepaired if it is misfiring, back-firing, stalling, or otherwise notrunning properly.

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THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER

If you take your vehicle for a stateemissions test shortly after thebattery has been disconnected orgone dead, it may not pass the test.This is because of certain ‘‘readinesscodes’’ that must be set in the on-board diagnostics for the emissionssystems. These codes are erasedwhen the battery is disconnected,and set again only after several daysof driving under a variety ofconditions.

If the testing facility determines thatthe readiness codes are not set, youwill be requested to return at a laterdate to complete the test. If you mustget the vehicle retested within thenext two or three days, you cancondition the vehicle for retesting bydoing the following.

Make sure the gas tank is nearly,but not completely full (around3/4).

Make sure the vehicle has beenparked with the engine off for 8hours or more.

Make sure the ambienttemperature is between 20° and95°F.

Without touching the acceleratorpedal, start the engine, and let itidle for 20 seconds.

Select a nearby lightly traveledmajor highway where you canmaintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph(80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20minutes. Drive on the highway inD (A/T) or 5th (M/T). Do not use

the cruise control. When trafficallows, drive for 90 secondswithout moving the acceleratorpedal. (Vehicle speed may varyslightly; this is okay.) If you cannotdo this for a continuous 90seconds because of trafficconditions, drive for at least 30seconds, then repeat it two moretimes (for a total of 90 seconds).

Then drive in city/suburbantraffic for at least 10 minutes.When traffic conditions allow, letthe vehicle coast for severalseconds without using theaccelerator pedal or the brakepedal.

If the testing facility determines thereadiness codes are still not set, seeyour dealer.

Keep the vehicle in Park(automatic transmission) orneutral (manual transmission).Increase the engine speed to 2,000rpm, and hold it there until thetemperature gauge rises to at least1/4 of the scale (about 3 minutes).

Testing of Readiness Codes

State Emissions Testing

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Customer Service................................Information . 256

....................Warranty Coverages . 257Reporting Safety Defects

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Honda dealership personnel aretrained professionals. They shouldbe able to answer all your questions.If you encounter a problem that yourdealership does not solve to yoursatisfaction, please discuss it withthe dealership’s management. Theservice manager or general managercan help. Almost all problems aresolved in this way.

U.S. Owners:

Canadian Owners:

In Puerto Rico and the U.S. VirginIslands:

When you call or write, please giveus this information:

If you are dissatisfied with thedecision made by the dealership’smanagement, contact your HondaCustomer Service Office.

Vehicle Identification Number(see page )

Name and address of the dealerwho services your vehicle

Date of purchase

Mileage on your vehicle

Your name, address, and tele-phone number

A detailed description of theproblem

Name of the dealer who sold thevehicle to you

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CUSTOMER RELATIONSRELATIONS AVEC LA CLIENTÈLE

Honda Canada Inc.715 Milner AvenueToronto, ONM1B 2K8

Tel: 1-888-9-HONDA-9Fax: Toll-free 1-877-939-0909

Toronto (416) 287-4776

American Honda Motor Co., Inc.Automobile Customer ServiceMail Stop 500-2N-7A1919 Torrance BoulevardTorrance, California 90501-2746

Tel: (800) 999-1009

Bella InternationalP.O. Box 190816San Juan, PR 00919-0816

Tel: (787) 620-7098

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Your new vehicle is covered by thesewarranties:

provides proratedcoverage for a replacement batterypurchased from your dealer.

covers your new vehicle, except forthe battery, emissions controlsystems, and accessories againstdefects in materials andworkmanship.

these twowarranties cover your vehicle’semissions control systems. Time,mileage, and coverage areconditional. Please read yourwarranty booklet for exactinformation.

a seatbelt that fails to function properly iscovered for the useful life of thevehicle.

all exterior body panels arecovered for rust-through from theinside for the specified time periodwith no mileage limit.

providescoverage for as long as the pur-chaser of the muffler owns thevehicle.

Honda accessories are coveredunder this warranty. Time andmileage limits depend on the type ofaccessory and other factors. Pleaseread your warranty booklet fordetails.

covers all Hondareplacement parts against defects inmaterials and workmanship.this warranty gives up

to 100 percent credit toward areplacement battery.

Restrictions and exclusions apply toall these warranties. Please read the2006 Honda Warranty Informationbooklet that came with your vehiclefor precise information on warrantycoverages. Your vehicle’s originaltires are covered by theirmanufacturer. Tire warrantyinformation is in a separate booklet.

Please refer to the 2006 WarrantyManual that came with your vehicle.

U.S. Owners

Canadian Owners

Replacement Battery LimitedWarranty

New Vehicle Limited Warranty

Emissions Control Systems DefectsWarranty and EmissionsPerformance Warranty

Seat Belt Limited Warranty

Rust Perforation Limited Warranty Replacement Muffler LifetimeLimited Warranty

Accessory Limited Warranty

Replacement Parts LimitedWarranty

Original Equipment Battery LimitedWarranty

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If NHTSA receives similar com-plaints, it may open an investigation,and if it finds that a safety defectexists in a group of vehicles, it mayorder a recall and remedy campaign.However, NHTSA cannot becomeinvolved in individual problemsbetween you, your dealer, orAmerican Honda Motor Co., Inc.

If you believe that your vehicle has adefect which could cause a crash orcould cause injury or death, youshould immediately inform theNational Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration (NHTSA) in additionto notifying American Honda MotorCo., Inc.

To contact NHTSA, you may call theVehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at1-888-327-4236(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to

; or write to:Administrator, NHTSA, 400 SeventhStreet, SW., Washington, DC 20590.You can also obtain otherinformation about motor vehiclesafety from .

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BatteryCharging System

...........................Indicator . 56, 233............................Jump Starting . 229

..............................Maintenance . 217............................Specifications . 247

..............................Before Driving . 141....................................Belts, Seat . 8, 18

...........................Beverage Holders . 91..................................Booster Seats . 47

Brakes...........Anti-lock System (ABS) . 168

.............Break-in, New Linings . 142....................Bulb Replacement . 205

...........................................Fluid . 201.........................................Parking . 68

.................System Indicator . 56, 235

..........................System Design . 167........................Wear Indicators . 167

.............................Braking System . 167.................Break-in, New Vehicle . 142

..Brightness Control, Instruments . 67..................Brights, Headlights . 66, 67

...................................Built-in Table . 91Bulb Replacement

..........................Back-up Lights . 205..............................Brake Lights . 205

................Front Parking Lights . 205........Front Side Marker Lights . 205

.................................Headlights . 203.........High-mount Brake Light . 207.........Rear Side Marker Lights . 205

............................Specifications . 247....................Turn Signal Lights . 205

..............................Bulbs, Halogen . 203

............................Capacities Chart . 246.............Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 50

..............................................Cargo . 150

....................................Accessories . 148ACCESSORY (Ignition Key

.......................................Position) . 72..............Accessory Power Sockets . 95

....................Additives, Engine Oil . 193.......Adjusting the Steering Wheel . 69

...........................Advanced Airbags . 25...............................Airbag (SRS) . 9, 21

................Air Conditioning System . 98.........................................Usage . 100

.......................Air Pressure, Tires . 213

.......................Alcohol in Gasoline . 142......................................Antifreeze . 196

Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)...............................Indicator . 57, 168

...................................Operation . 168..............Anti-theft, Audio System . 136

.Anti-theft Steering Column Lock . 72................................Audio System . 103

...Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 19.............Automatic Speed Control . 138..............Automatic Transmission . 161

..........................Capacity, Fluid . 246...............Checking Fluid Level . 199

....................................D3 Mode . 163.......................................Shifting . 161

Shift Lever Position...............................Indicators . 161

................Shift Lever Positions . 162....................Shift Lock Release . 165

Index

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....................................Care . 115, 131...........................Operation . 113, 129

..............CAUTION, Explanation of . ii.........................................CD Care . 134

..........................CD Changer . 111, 125CD Changer Error

...........................Messages . 112, 128.....................CD Error Messages . 112

..............................CD Player . 109, 124.................................Center Pocket . 95

....................................Center Table . 94........................Certification Label . 244

.................................Chains, Tires . 216....................Changing a Flat Tire . 220

.................................Changing Oil . 194........................................How to . 194......................................When to . 187

...Charging System Indicator . 56, 233..............Check Fuel Cap Indicator . 63............Checklist, Before Driving . 157

.....................................Child Safety . 32..............................Booster Seats . 47

.............................Child Seats . 32, 39.....Important Safety Reminders . 32

..........................................Infants . 37............................Large Children . 46

.........................................LATCH . 41......................Risks with Airbags . 33

.............................Small Children . 38.........................................Tethers . 45

...........................Warning Labels . 34.........Where Should a Child Sit? . 33

.................................Child Seats . 32, 39.........................................LATCH . 41

..........Tether Anchorage Points . 45..................Childproof Door Locks . 73

.......................Cleaning Seat Belts . 208..............................................Clock . 137

...................................Clutch Fluid . 202........................CO in the Exhaust . 251

.........................................Coin Tray . 93............Cold Weather, Starting in . 158

...............Consumer Information . 256.............Controls, Instruments and . 53

Coolant........................................Adding . 196

....................................Checking . 146.........................Proper Solution . 196

...................Temperature Gauge . 62

Crankcase Emissions Control........................................System . 251

................Cruise Control Indicator . 58............Cruise Control Operation . 138

.....................................Cup Holders . 91.............Customer Service Office . 256

................DANGER, Explanation of . ii...................................Dashboard . 3, 54

................Daytime Running Lights . 67Daytime Running Lights

.......................................Indicator . 59.................................Dead Battery . 229

............Defects, Reporting Safety . 258................Defogger, Rear Window . 68..............Defrosting the Windows . 101

.........................Detachable Anchor . 85....................................Dimensions . 246

.........Dimming the Headlights . 66, 67Dipstick

..........Automatic Transmission . 199..................................Engine Oil . 145

..........................Directional Signals . 66........Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 167

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.......................................Disc Care . 134........................Disc Changer . 111, 125

...........................................Care . 134...........................Operation . 111, 125

Disc Changer Error.............................Message . 112, 128

.........Disc Player Error Message . 112.....................Disposal of Used Oil . 195

Doors..............Childproof Door Locks . 73..............Locking and Unlocking . 73

......................Power Door Locks . 73..........DOT Tire Quality Grading . 248

Downshifting, Manual.............................Transmission . 159

...........Driver and Passenger Safety . 5...........................................Driving . 155

....................................Economy . 147........................Driving Guidelines . 156

........................................D3 Mode . 163..................Dust and Pollen Filter . 209

..............................Economy, Fuel . 147

..................................Emergencies . 219.............Battery, Jump Starting . 229...........Brake System Indicator . 235

................Changing a Flat Tire . 220.....Charging System Indicator . 233

..................Checking the Fuses . 237.........Hazard Warning Flashers . 67

............................Jump Starting . 229.....Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 233...Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 234...Manually Closing Moonroof . 236

..................Overheated Engine . 231.......................................Towing . 242

...........................Emergency Brake . 68......................Emergency Flashers . 67

......................Emergency Towing . 242.......................Emissions Controls . 251

.............Emissions Testing, State . 254Engine

............Adding Engine Coolant . 196....Coolant Temperature Gauge . 62

.........................If It Won’t Start . 227Malfunction Indicator

................................Lamp . 56, 234........Oil Pressure Indicator . 56, 233..............Oil, What Kind to Use . 193

...............................Overheating . 231............................Specifications . 246....................Speed Limiter . 160, 164

.......................................Starting . 158......................Ethanol in Gasoline . 142

.Evaporative Emissions Controls . 251...............................Exhaust Fumes . 50

Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat........................................Belts by . 16

.....................................Fan, Interior . 99...........................................Features . 97

....................Filling the Fuel Tank . 143Filters

.........................Dust and Pollen . 209...............................................Oil . 194

.............Flashers, Hazard Warning . 67...................Flat Tire, Changing a . 220

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...............Gas Mileage, Improving . 147..........................................Gasohol . 142.........................................Gasoline . 142

.....................Low Fuel Indicator . 59...........................................Gauge . 62

................Octane Requirement . 142........................Tank, Refueling . 143

................Gas Station Procedures . 143Gauges

...Engine Coolant Temperature . 62...............................................Fuel . 62

Gearshift Lever Positions..........Automatic Transmission . 161

..............Manual Transmission . 159........................................Glove Box . 93

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.............................(GVWR) . 173, 246 ...Identification Number, Vehicle . 244

Ignition..............................................Keys . 70

...........................................Switch . 72............Timing Control System . 252

........................Immobilizer System . 71.........Important Safety Precautions . 6

Fluids..........Automatic Transmission . 199

..........................................Brake . 201.........................................Clutch . 202

..............Manual Transmission . 200..........................Power Steering . 202

..................Windshield Washer . 198.....................Folding Rear Seat . 82, 83..........................Four-way Flashers . 67

..............................Front Airbags . 9, 23Front Seat

......................................Adjusting . 78.........................................Heaters . 86.....................................Airbags . 9, 23

.................................................Fuel . 142..........Check Fuel Cap Indicator . 63

......................Fill Door and Cap . 143.....................Low Fuel Indicator . 59

...........................................Gauge . 62................Octane Requirement . 142

...............................Oxygenated . 142........................Tank, Refueling . 143

...............................Fuel Economy . 147.....................Fuses, Checking the . 237

.............Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 203.....................................Hatch Glass . 74

..............Hazard Warning Flashers . 67

Headlights........................................Aiming . 203

............Daytime Running Lights . 67..................High Beam Indicator . 59

...........................Reminder Tone . 66........Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 203

...................................Turning on . 66..............................Head Restraints . 80...............................Heated Mirrors . 89

.....................................Heater, Seat . 86.......................Heating and Cooling . 98

............................High Beam Lever . 67.......................Hood, Opening the . 144

..............................................Horn . 4, 64...........................Hydraulic Clutch . 202

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Indicators......ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) . 57, 168

Brake (Parking and Brake............................System) . 56, 235

................Charging System . 56, 233...........................Check Fuel Cap . 63

.............................Cruise Control . 58DRL (Daytime Running

......................................Lights) . 59...................................High Beam . 59

........Key (Immobilizer System) . 57......................................Low Fuel . 59

................Low Oil Pressure . 56, 233.................Passenger Airbag Off . 30

...........................Side Airbag Off . 57...............................................SRS . 57

Turn Signal and Hazard...................................Warning . 59

VSA (Vehicle Stability..............................Assist) . 58, 170

..............................Washer Level . 60.........Indicators, Instrument Panel . 55

...............................Infant Restraint . 37......................................Infant Seats . 37

............Tether Anchorage Point . 45

...................Inflation, Proper Tire . 212........Recommended Pressures . 213

...................................Inside Mirror . 88.............................Inspection, Tire . 213

....................Installing a Child Seat . 40............................Instrument Panel . 55

........Instrument Panel Brightness . 67..............Instruments and Controls . 53

.................................Interior Lights . 95........................................Introduction . i

.................Jacking up the Vehicle . 222.......................................Jack, Tire . 220

................................Jump Starting . 229

..................................................Keys . 70

.......................Label, Certification . 244.................Lane Change, Signaling . 66

..................Lap/Shoulder Belts . 14, 18

...........LATCH Anchorage System . 41Lights

....................Bulb Replacement . 203.......................................Indicator . 55

.........................................Parking . 66..................................Turn Signal . 66

....................................Load Limits . 151......LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 72

Locks.......Anti-theft Steering Column . 72

..........................Childproof Door . 73............................Fuel Fill Door . 143

....................................Glove Box . 93.................................Power Door . 73

........................................Tailgate . 74........................Low Coolant Level . 146.........................Low Fuel Indicator . 59

...Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 56, 233................................Lower Anchors . 41

...Lubricant Specifications Chart . 246...........Luggage, Storing (Cargo) . 150...........Luggage Net (Cargo Net) . 153

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..................................Maintenance . 183Owner’s Maintenance

...................................Checks . 186.................................Record . 189-191

......................Required Indicator . 60..........................................Safety . 184

.............................Schedule . 187-188.Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 56, 234

...................Manual Transmission . 159...............Checking Fluid Level . 200

.......................................Shifting . 159........Manual Transmission Fluid . 200

.........................Meters, Gauges . 55, 61...................Methanol in Gasoline . 142

..........................Mirrors, Adjusting . 88...............Modifying Your Vehicle . 149

.........................................Moonroof . 88......................Closing Manually . 236

.....................................Operation . 88

...................Neutral Gear Position . 163..................New Vehicle Break-in . 142

.....................Normal Shift Speeds . 160...................NOTICE, Explanation of . i

...............Numbers, Identification . 244

...Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 142.........................................Odometer . 62

...............................Odometer, Trip . 61....................Off-Highway Driving . 179

Oil........................Change, How to . 194......................Change, When to . 187......................Checking Engine . 145..............Pressure Indicator . 56, 233

Selecting Proper Viscosity......................................Chart . 193

...........ON (Ignition Key Position) . 72Onboard Refueling Vapor

....................................Recovery . 251..............................Outside Mirrors . 89

....Outside Temperature Indicator . 62....................Overheating, Engine . 231

....Owner’s Maintenance Checks . 186.........................Oxygenated Fuels . 142

..............Panel Brightness Control . 67........................Park Gear Position . 162

...........................................Parking . 166.................................Parking Brake . 68

Parking Brake and Brake.................System Indicator . 56, 235

.................................Parking Lights . 66..Parking Over Things that Burn . 166....Passenger Airbag Off Indicator . 30

.............................PGM-FI System . 252...................................Pollen Filter . 209

..........................Power Door Locks . 73.................Power Socket Locations . 90

....................Power Steering Fluid . 202..............................Power Windows . 86

.........Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 16........................Preparing to Drive . 157

.........Protecting Adults and Teens . 11...Additional Safety Precautions . 17

.....Advice for Pregnant Women . 16........................Protecting Children . 32.......................Protecting Infants . 37

.......Protecting Larger Children . 46.........Protecting Small Children . 38

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Using Child Seats with.....................................Tethers . 45

.............................Using LATCH . 41

...................Radiator Overheating . 231..Radio/Tape/CD Sound System . 103

.................Radio Theft Protection . 136...........................Readiness Codes . 234

.................Rear Differential Fluid . 201..Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 205

....................Rear Seat, Folding . 82, 83............................Rear View Mirror . 88

.................Rear Window Defogger . 68.Rear Window Wiper and Washer . 65

...............Reclining the Seat Backs . 78.......Recommended Shift Speeds . 160

........................................Refueling . 143.......................Reminder Indicators . 55.......................Remote Transmitter . 75

Replacement Information..............Dust and Pollen Filter . 209

................Engine Oil and Filter . 194..........................................Fuses . 237

................................Light Bulbs . 203

....................................Schedule . 187...........................................Tires . 211

.............................Wiper Blades . 210Replacing Seat Belts After a

............................................Crash . 20..........Reporting Safety Defects . 258

Reserve Tank, Engine...............................Coolant . 146, 196

...............................Restraint, Child . 32..................Reverse Gear Position . 162

...........................Reverse Lockout . 165......................................Roof Rack . 152

................................Rotation, Tire . 214

..................................Safety Belts . 8, 18.........Safety Defects, Reporting . 258

.................................Safety Features . 7...........................................Airbags . 9

.......................................Seat Belts . 8.............Safety Labels, Location of . 51

...............................Safety Messages . ii.....................................Seat Belts . 8, 18

...............Additional Information . 18.....Advice for Pregnant Women . 16

Automatic Seat Belt...............................Tensioners . 19

.....................................Cleaning . 208.....................Detachable Anchor . 85

................Lap/Shoulder Belt . 14, 18................................Maintenance . 20

Reminder Indicator and......................................Beeper . 56

...................System Components . 18...............Use During Pregnancy . 16

...Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt . 14....................................Seat Heaters . 86

........................Seats, Adjusting the . 78.......................Select/Reset Button . 61

...............................Serial Number . 244...........................Service Intervals . 187...........................Service Manual . 259

.........Service Station Procedures . 143..........................Setting the Clock . 137

...Shift Lever Position Indicators . 161........................Shift Lock Release . 165

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................................Side Airbags . 9, 26...How Your Side Airbags Work . 26

How the Side Airbag Off......................Indicator Works . 29..................Side Curtain Airbags . 9, 28

How Your Side Curtain Airbags.........................................Work . 28

Side Marker Lights, Bulb..............................Replacement . 205...............................Signaling Turns . 66

.....................................Snow Tires . 215................................Sound System . 103

......................................Spare Tire . 220....................................Spark Plugs . 246

........................Specifications . 246, 247

................................Speed Control . 138

........................Speed Limiter . 160, 164..........SRS, Additional Information . 21

...Additional Safety Precautions . 31.............................Airbag Service . 30

......Airbag System Components . 21How the Side Airbag Off

......................Indicator Works . 29..How the SRS Indicator Works . 29

How Your Front Airbags.........................................Work . 23

...How Your Side Airbags Work . 26How Your Side Curtain Airbags

.........................................Work . 28.............................SRS Indicator . 29, 57

....START (Ignition Key Position) . 72.......................Starting the Engine . 158

In Cold Weather at High..................................Altitude . 158

................With a Dead Battery . 229..............State Emissions Testing . 254

........Steam Coming from Engine . 231Steering Wheel

..................................Adjustment . 69.............Anti-theft Column Lock . 72

.......Steering Wheel Buttons . 135, 138...................Stereo Sound System . 103....................Storing Your Vehicle . 218

..........................................Sun Visor . 95..........................Sunglasses Holder . 94

Supplemental Restraint..................................System . 9, 21......................................Servicing . 30

.........................SRS Indicator . 29, 57...................System Components . 21

..................................Synthetic Oil . 194

Table..........................................Built in . 91...........................................Center . 94

Tailgate.................................Hatch Glass . 74

............................Open Indicator . 59.................................Opening the . 74

..........Taillights, Changing Bulbs . 205.Taking Care of the Unexpected . 219

...........................Tape Player . 113, 129Technical Descriptions

....DOT Tire Quality Grading . 248.....Emissions Control Systems . 251

.....................Oxygenated Fuels . 142Three Way Catalytic

...............................Converter . 253.......................Temperature Gauge . 62

....................Temperature, Outside . 62..............Tether Anchorage Points . 45

................Theft Protection, Radio . 136..Three Way Catalytic Converter . 253

..................Tilt the Steering Wheel . 69..........................Time, Setting the . 137

....................................Tire Chains . 216

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.........Tire, How to Change a Flat . 220...........................Tire Information . 250

...............................................Tires . 211..............................Air Pressure . 213

........................................Chains . 216.........................Checking Wear . 213

......DOT Tire Quality Grading . 248......................................Inflation . 212

..................................Inspection . 213.....................................Labeling . 250

..............................Maintenance . 214...................................Replacing . 214

......................................Rotating . 214...........................................Snow . 215

............................Specifications . 247...................Tools, Tire Changing . 220

Towing.....................................A Trailer . 172

...............Behind a Motorhome . 177................Emergency Wrecker . 242

....Equipment and Accessories . 173....................Pre-Tow Checklist . 175

.............................Weight Limit . 172

.....................Trailer Loading . 172, 173......................Trailer Towing Tips . 175

TransmissionChecking Fluid Level,

..............................Automatic . 199Checking Fluid Level,

...................................Manual . 200..................Fluid Selection . 199, 200

..............Identification Number . 245.............Shifting the Automatic . 161

..................Shifting the Manual . 159.....................................Treadwear . 248.......................................Trip Meter . 61

....................................Turn Signals . 66

Unexpected, Taking Care..........................................of the . 219

....Uniform Tire Quality Grading . 248........................Unleaded Gasoline . 142

.......Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 195

.................Vehicle Capacity Load . 151......................Vehicle Dimensions . 246

....Vehicle Identification Number . 244

Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)....................................System . 170.....................................Indicators . 58

.............................Vehicle Storage . 218.....................................Ventilation . 100

.................................................VIN . 244..................................Viscosity, Oil . 193

.............WARNING, Explanation of . ii.........Warning Labels, Location of . 51

..................Warranty Coverages . 257Washers, Windshield

........Checking the Fluid Level . 198.....................................Operation . 65

Wheels...............Adjusting the Steering . 69............Alignment and Balance . 214

..............................Wrench, Nut . 223Windows

...............................Auto Reverse . 87..................Operating the Power . 86

...........................Rear, Defogger . 68

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Windshield.......................................Cleaning . 65...................................Defroster . 101

.....................................Washers . 198Wipers, Windshield

.......................Changing Blades . 210.....................................Operation . 65

....................................Worn Tires . 213.....Wrecker, Emergency Towing . 242

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Index

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Service Information Summary

Gasoline:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

Recommended Engine Oil:

Automatic Transmission Fluid:

Brake Fluid:

Tire Pressure (measured cold):

Manual Transmission Fluid:

Rear Differential Fluid:

Power Steering Fluid:

15.3 US gal (58 )

29 psi (200 kPa , 2.0 kgf/cm )

4.4 US qt (4.2 )

Unleaded gasoline, pump octanenumber of 87 or higher.

API Premium grade 5W-20detergent oil (see page ).

Oil change capacity (includingfilter):

Honda Heavy Duty Brake FluidDOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 orDOT 4 brake fluid as a temporaryreplacement (see page ).

Honda ATF-Z1 (AutomaticTransmission Fluid) preferred, ora DEXRON III ATF as atemporary replacement (see page

).

Front/Rear:

Honda Manual TransmissionFluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30or 10W-40 motor oil as atemporary replacement (see page

).

Capacity (including differential):2.0 US qt (1.9 )

Honda Dual Pump Fluid. Do notuse ATF.

Capacity:1.1 US qt (1.0 )

Honda Power Steering Fluidpreferred, or another brand ofpower steering fluid as atemporary replacement. Do notuse ATF (see page ).

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