2008 Accord PDF
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Introduction
Congratulations! Your selection of a 2008 Honda Accord was a wise As you read this manual, you will
investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure. find information that is preceded by
a symbol. This
One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to information is intended to help you
read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and avoid damage to your vehicle, other
convenience items. Afterwards, keep this owner’s manual in your vehicle so property, or the environment.
you can refer to it at any time.
Several warranties protect your new vehicle. Read the warranty booklet
thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights
and responsibilities.
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Introduction
WARNING: This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
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A Few Words About Safety
Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms,
is very important. And operating this including:
vehicle safely is an important Safety Labels − on the vehicle.
responsibility. Safety Messages − preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of
three signal words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
To help you make informed These signal words mean:
decisions about safety, we have
provided operating procedures and You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
other information on labels and in HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
this manual. This information alerts
you to potential hazards that could You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
hurt you or others. HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
This entire book is filled with important safety information − please read it
carefully.
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Contents
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................................... i
A Few Words About Safety .............................................................................................................................. iii
Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...................................................................................................... 3
Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) .......................................................... 5
Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column) ......................................... 53
Features (climate control, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control, HomeLink and other convenience items)... 119
Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break- in, and cargo loading) ............................................................................ 259
Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...................................................................................................... 279
Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)...................................................... 305
Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating, and fuses) ..................................... 355
Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ................................................ 381
Warranty and Customer Relations (U. S. and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ......... 399
Authorized Manuals (U. S. only) (how to order) ........................................................................................... 403
Index ............................................................................................................................... ...................................... I
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Overview of Contents
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Your Vehicle at a Glance
*: If equipped
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STEERING WHEEL
ADJUSTMENTS HORN*1
(P.75)
*1 : To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.
*2 : If equipped
*3 : Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual.
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Driver and Passenger Safety
This section gives you important Additional Information About All Children Should Sit in a
information about how to protect Your Seat Belts ........................ 18 Back Seat .................................. 34
yourself and your passengers. It Seat Belt System Components ... 18 The Passenger’s Front Airbag
shows you how to use seat belts. It Lap/Shoulder Belt ....................... 19 Can Pose Serious Risks .......... 34
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You’ll find many safety Restrain All Children every additional drink. So don’t drink
recommendations throughout this Children age 12 and under should and drive, and don’t let your friends
section, and throughout this manual. ride properly restrained in a back drink and drive, either.
The recommendations on this page seat, not the front seat. Infants and
are the ones we consider to be the small children should be restrained Control Your Speed
most important. in a child seat. Larger children Excessive speed is a major factor in
should use a booster seat and a lap/ crash injuries and deaths. Generally,
Always Wear Your Seat Belt shoulder belt until they can use the the higher the speed, the greater the
A seat belt is your best protection in belt properly without a booster seat risk, but serious injuries can also
all types of collisions. Airbags are (see pages 33 − 50 ). occur at lower speeds. Never drive
designed to supplement seat belts, faster than is safe for current
not replace them. So even though Be Aware of Airbag Hazards conditions, regardless of the
your vehicle is equipped with airbags, While airbags can save lives, they maximum speed posted.
make sure you and your passengers can cause serious or fatal injuries to
always wear your seat belts, and occupants who sit too close to them, Keep Your Vehicle in Safe
wear them properly (see page 14 ). or are not properly restrained. Condition
Infants, young children, and short Having a tire blowout or a
adults are at the greatest risk. Be mechanical failure can be extremely
sure to follow all instructions and hazardous. To reduce the possibility
warnings in this manual. of such problems, check your tire
pressures and condition frequently,
Don’t Drink and Drive and perform all regularly scheduled
Alcohol and driving don’t mix. Even maintenance (see page 307 ).
one drink can reduce your ability to
respond to changing conditions, and
your reaction time gets worse with
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The most important things you need What you should do: Always wear The rest of this section gives more
to know about your airbags are: your seat belt properly, and sit detailed information about how you
upright and as far back from the can maximize your safety.
Airbags do not replace seat belts. steering wheel as possible while
They are designed to supplement allowing full control of the vehicle. A Remember, however, that no safety
the seat belts. front passenger should move their system can prevent all injuries or
seat as far back from the dashboard deaths that can occur in a severe
Airbags offer no protection in rear as possible. crash, even when seat belts are
impacts, or minor frontal or side properly worn and the airbags deploy.
collisions.
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Introduction Locking the doors reduces the 2.Adjust the Front Seats
The following pages provide chance of someone being thrown out
instructions on how to properly of the vehicle during a crash, and it
protect the driver, adult passengers, helps prevent passengers from
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5.Fasten and Position the Seat This spreads the forces of a crash
Belts over the strongest bones in your
Insert the latch plate into the buckle, upper body.
then tug on the belt to make sure the
belt is securely latched. Check that
the belt is not twisted, because a
twisted belt can cause serious Improperly positioning the seat
injuries in a crash. belts can cause serious injury
or death in a crash.
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RELEASE BUTTON
Never place the shoulder portion of a 6.Maintain a Proper Sitting
lap/shoulder belt under your arm or Position
behind your back. This could cause After all occupants have adjusted
very serious injuries in a crash. their seats and head restraints, and
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In addition, an occupant who is out of Advice for Pregnant Women When driving, remember to sit
position in the front seat can be upright and adjust the seat as far
seriously or fatally injured in a crash back as possible while allowing full
by striking interior parts of the control of the vehicle. When riding
vehicle or being struck by an as a front passenger, adjust the seat
inflating front airbag. as far back as possible.
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Seat Belt System Components the beeper stops, the indicator will If the indicator comes on or the
Your seat belt system includes lap/ stop flashing but remain on. beeper sounds when the driver’s seat
shoulder belts in all five seating belt is latched and there is no front
positions. The front seat belts are If a front passenger does not fasten seat passenger and no items on the
also equipped with automatic seat their seat belt, the indicator will front seat, something may be
belt tensioners. come on about 6 seconds after the interfering with the monitoring
ignition switch is turned to the ON system. Look for and remove:
This system uses the same sensors (II) position.
as the front airbags to monitor Any items under the front
whether the front seat belts are If either the driver or a front passenger’s seat.
latched or unlatched, and how much passenger does not fasten their seat
weight is on the front passenger’s belt while driving, the beeper will Any object(s) hanging on the seat
seat (see pages 25 and 26 ). sound and the indicator will flash or in the seat-back pocket.
again at regular intervals.
The seat belt system Any object(s) touching the rear of
includes an indicator on the When no one is sitting in the front the seat-back.
instrument panel and a beeper to passenger’s seat, or a child or small
remind you and your passengers to adult is riding there, the indicator If no obstructions are found, have
fasten your seat belts. should not come on and the beeper your vehicle checked by a dealer.
should not sound.
This system monitors the front seat
belts. If you turn the ignition switch
to the ON (II) position before your
seat belt is fastened, the beeper will
sound and the indicator will flash. If
your seat belt is not fastened before
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Lap/Shoulder Belt All seat belts have an emergency Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners
The lap and shoulder belt goes over locking retractor. In normal driving,
your shoulder, across your chest, the retractor lets you move freely in
and across your hips. your seat while it keeps some
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The tensioners are designed to Seat Belt Maintenance The dealer should also inspect the
activate in any collision severe For safety, you should check the anchors for damage and replace
enough to cause the front airbags to condition of your seat belts regularly. them if needed. If the automatic seat
deploy. belt tensioners activate during a
Pull each belt out fully, and look for crash, they must be replaced.
If a side airbag or side curtain airbag frays, cuts, burns, and wear. Check
deploys during a side impact, the that the latches work smoothly and
tensioner on that side of the vehicle the belts retract easily. If a belt does
will also deploy. not retract easily, cleaning the belt Not checking or maintaining
may correct the problem (see page seat belts can result in serious
The tensioners can also be activated 338 ). Any belt that is not in good injury or death if the seat belts
during a collision in which the front condition or working properly will do not work properly when
airbags do not deploy. In this case, the not provide good protection and needed.
airbags would not be needed, but the should be replaced as soon as
additional restraint could be helpful. possible. Check your seat belts regularly
and have any problem
When the tensioners are activated, Honda provides a limited warranty corrected as soon as possible.
the seat belts will remain tight until on seat belts. See your Honda
they are unbuckled. Warranty Information booklet for
details.
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(4)
(1) Driver’s Front Airbag
(2) Passenger’s Front Airbag
(7)
(3) Control Unit
(4) Front Seat Belt Tensioners (16)
(5) Side Airbags
(6) Driver’s Seat Position Sensor
(7) Front Passenger’s Weight Sensors (12)
(8) Front Impact Sensors (3)
(9) Passenger Airbag Off Indicator
(10) Side Impact Sensors (First)
(6) (15)
(11) Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) Sensors
(12) Front Passenger’s Weight Sensors Control Unit/ (7)
OPDS Sensors Control Unit (10) (16)
(13) SRS Indicator (4)
(14) Side Curtain Airbags (5)
(15) Safing Sensor
(16) Side Impact Sensors (Second)
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Your airbag system includes: Automatic front seat belt Weight sensors that monitor the
tensioners (see page 19 ). weight on the front passenger’s
Two SRS (supplemental restraint seat. If the weight is about 65 lbs
system) front airbags. The driver’s Sensors that can detect a (29 kg) or less (the weight of an
airbag is stored in the center of moderate to severe front impact or infant or small child), the
the steering wheel; the front side impact. passenger’s front airbag will be
passenger’s airbag is stored in the turned off (see page 26 ).
dashboard. Both are marked ‘‘SRS Sensors that can detect whether a
AIRBAG’’ (see page 23 ). child is in the passenger’s side A sophisticated electronic system
airbag path and signal the control that continually monitors and
Two side airbags, one for the unit to turn the airbag off (see records information about the
driver and one for a front page 27 ). sensors, the control unit, the
passenger. The airbags are stored airbag activators, the seat belt
in the outer edges of the seat- Sensors that can detect whether tensioners, and driver and front
backs. Both are marked ‘‘SIDE the driver’s seat belt and the front passenger seat belt use when the
AIRBAG’’ (see page 27 ). passenger’s seat belt are latched ignition switch is in the ON (II)
or unlatched (see page 18 ). position.
Two side curtain airbags, one for
each side of the vehicle. The A driver’s seat position sensor that An indicator on the instrument
airbags are stored in the ceiling monitors the distance of the seat panel that alerts you to a possible
above the side windows. The front from the front airbag. If the seat is problem with your airbags,
and rear pillars are marked ‘‘SIDE too far forward, the airbag will sensors, or seat belt tensioners
CURTAIN AIRBAG’’ (see page inflate with less force (see page (see page 29 ).
28 ). 25 ).
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An indicator on the instrument How Your Front Airbags Work During a frontal crash, your seat belt
panel that alerts you that the restrains your lower body and torso,
passenger’s side airbag has been and the front airbag helps protect
turned off (see page 29 ). your head and chest.
If the rate of deceleration is high Only the driver’s airbag can deploy if
enough, the control unit will instantly there is no passenger in the front
inflate the driver’s and front seat, or if the advanced airbag
passenger’s airbags, at the time and system has turned the passenger’s
with the force needed. airbag off (see page 25 ).
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Be aware that objects placed on the Moving the front seat forcibly
passenger’s seat can also cause the back against cargo on the seat or
airbag to be turned off. floor behind it.
When the airbag is turned off, a Hanging heavy items on the front
‘‘passenger airbag off’’ indicator in passenger seat, or placing heavy
the center of the dashboard comes items in the seat-back pocket.
on (see page 30 ).
Moving the front seat or seat-back
If the weight sensors detect there is forcibly back against the folded
PASSENGER’S no passenger in the front seat, the rear seat.
SEAT WEIGHT
SENSORS airbag will be off. However, the
passenger airbag off indicator will Also, make sure the floor mat
not come on. behind the front passenger’s seat
The passenger’s advanced front is properly positioned on the floor
airbag system has weight sensors To ensure that the passenger’s (see page 338 ). If it is not, the mat
under the seat. Although Honda advanced front airbag system will may interfere with the proper
does not encourage carrying an work properly, do not do anything operation of the front passenger’s
infant or small child in front, if the that would increase or decrease the seat and its sensors.
sensors detect the weight of an weight on the front passenger’s seat.
infant or small child (up to about 65 This includes:
lbs or 29 kg), the system will
automatically turn the passenger’s A rear passenger pushing or
front airbag off. pulling on the back of the front
passenger’s seat.
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How Your Side Airbags Work Only one airbag will deploy during a Side Airbag Cutoff System
side impact. If the impact is on the Your vehicle has a side airbag cutoff
passenger’s side, the passenger’s system designed primarily to protect
side airbag will deploy even if there a child riding in the front passenger’s
To get the best protection from the Although Honda does not encourage
side airbags, front seat occupants children to ride in front, if the
should wear their seat belts and sit position sensors detect a child has
upright and well back in their seats. leaned into the side airbag’s
deployment path, the airbag will shut
off.
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If the side airbag off indicator comes How Your Side Curtain Airbags If the impact is on the passenger’s
on (see page 29 ), have the Work side, the passenger’s side curtain
passenger sit upright. Once the airbag will inflate even if there are no
passenger is out of the airbag’s occupants on that side of the vehicle.
deployment path, the system will
turn the airbag back on, and the One or both side curtain airbags may
indicator will go out. inflate in a moderate to severe
frontal collision which causes the
There will be some delay between front airbags to deploy.
the moment the passenger moves
into or out of the airbag deployment To get the best protection from the
path and when the indicator comes side curtain airbags, occupants
on or goes off. should wear their seat belts and sit
SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG upright and well back in their seats.
A front seat passenger should not
use a cushion or other object as a In a moderate to severe side impact,
backrest. It may prevent the cutoff sensors will detect rapid acceleration
system from working properly. and signal the control unit to
instantly inflate the side curtain
airbag and activate the seat belt
tensioner on the driver’s or the
passenger’s side of the vehicle.
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How the SRS Indicator Works If you see any of these indications, How the Side Airbag Off
The SRS indicator alerts the airbags and seat belt tensioners Indicator Works
you to a potential problem may not work properly when you U.S. Canada
with your airbags or seat belt need them.
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How the Passenger Airbag Off Be aware that objects placed on the If the indicator comes on with no
Indicator Works front seat can cause the indicator to front seat passenger and no objects
come on. on the seat, or with an adult riding
there, something may be interfering
If no weight is detected on the front with the weight sensors. Look for
seat, the airbag will be automatically and remove:
shut off. However, the indicator will
not come on. Any items under the front
U.S. Canada passenger’s seat.
The passenger airbag off indicator
may come on and off repeatedly if Any object hanging on the seat or
the total weight on the seat is near in the seat-back pocket.
the airbag cutoff threshold.
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR Any object(s) touching the rear of
If an adult or teenage passenger is the seat-back.
This indicator alerts you that the riding in front, move the seat as far
passenger’s front airbag has been to the rear as possible, and have the If no obstructions are found, have
shut off because weight sensors passenger sit upright and wear the your vehicle checked by a dealer as
detect about 65 lbs (29 kg) or less seat belt properly. soon as possible.
(the weight of an infant or small
child) on the front passenger’s seat.
It does not mean there is a problem
with the airbag.
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Airbag Service The SRS indicator alerts you to a Additional Safety Precautions
Your airbag systems are virtually problem. Take your vehicle to an Do not attempt to deactivate your
maintenance free, and there are no authorized dealer as soon as airbags. Together, airbags and
parts you can safely service. possible. If you ignore this seat belts provide the best
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All Children Should Sit in a Back The Passenger’s Front Airbag Small Children
Seat Can Pose Serious Risks Placing a forward-facing child seat in
According to accident statistics, Front airbags have been designed to the front seat of a vehicle equipped
children of all ages and sizes are help protect adults in a moderate to with a passenger’s front airbag can
safer when they are restrained in a severe frontal collision. To do this, be hazardous. If the vehicle seat is
back seat. the passenger’s front airbag is quite too far forward, or the child’s head is
large, and it can inflate with enough thrown forward during a collision, an
The National Highway Traffic Safety force to cause very serious injuries. inflating front airbag can strike the
Administration and Transport child with enough force to kill or
Canada recommend that all children Even though your vehicle has an very seriously injure a small child.
aged 12 and under be properly advanced front airbag system that
restrained in a back seat. Some automatically turns the passenger’s Larger Children
states have laws restricting where front airbag off (see page 30 ), Children who have outgrown child
children may ride. please follow these guidelines: seats are also at risk of being injured
or killed by an inflating passenger’s
Children who ride in back are less Infants front airbag. Whenever possible,
likely to be injured by striking Never put a rear-facing child seat in larger children should sit in the back
interior vehicle parts during a the front seat of a vehicle equipped seat, on a booster seat if needed, and
collision or hard braking. Also, with a passenger’s front airbag. If be properly restrained with a seat
children cannot be injured by an the airbag inflates, it can hit the back belt (see page 47 for important
inflating front airbag when they ride of the child seat with enough force information about protecting larger
in the back. to kill or very seriously injure an children).
infant.
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Canadian Models
SUN VISOR
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If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close Additional Safety Precautions
Children Attention Never hold an infant or child on
Your vehicle has a back seat where Many parents say they prefer to put your lap. If you are not wearing a
children can be properly restrained. an infant or a small child in the front seat belt in a crash, you could be
If you ever have to carry a group of passenger seat so they can watch the thrown forward and crush the
children, and a child must ride in child, or because the child requires child against the dashboard or a
front: attention. seat-back. If you are wearing a
seat belt, the child can be torn
Place the largest child in the front Placing a child in the front seat from your arms and be seriously
seat, provided the child is large exposes the child to hazards in a hurt or killed.
enough to wear the lap/shoulder frontal collision, and paying close
belt properly (see page 47 ). attention to a child distracts the Never put a seat belt over yourself
driver from the important tasks of and a child. During a crash, the
Move the vehicle seat as far to the driving, placing both of you at risk. belt could press deep into the child
rear as possible (see page 92 ). and cause serious or fatal injuries.
If a child requires close physical
Have the child sit upright and well attention or frequent visual Never let two children use the
back in the seat (see page 15 ). contact, we strongly recommend same seat belt. If they do, they
that another adult ride with the could be very seriously injured in a
Make sure the seat belt is properly child in a back seat. The back seat crash.
positioned and secured (see page is far safer for a child than the
14 ). front.
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Make sure any unused seat belt Do not leave children alone in a Keep vehicle keys/remote
that a child can reach is buckled, vehicle. Leaving children without transmitters out of the reach of
the lockable retractor is activated, adult supervision is illegal in most children. Even very young
and the belt is fully retracted and states and Canadian provinces, children learn how to unlock
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Protecting Infants Two types of seats may be used: a Rear-facing Child Seat Placement
seat designed exclusively for infants, A rear-facing child seat can be placed
or a convertible seat used in the rear- in any seating position in the back
facing, reclining mode. seat, but not in the front. Never put a
rear-facing child seat in the front
Do not put a rear-facing child seat in seat.
a forward-facing position. If placed
facing forward, an infant could be If the passenger’s front airbag
very seriously injured during a inflates, it can hit the back of the
frontal collision. child seat with enough force to kill or
seriously injure an infant.
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In any of these situations, we Protecting Small Children We also recommend that a small
strongly recommend that you install child use the child seat until the child
the child seat directly behind the reaches the weight or height limit
front passenger’s seat, move the seat for the seat.
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Even with advanced front airbags Selecting a Child Seat In seating positions and vehicles not
that automatically turn the When buying a child seat, you need equipped with LATCH, a LATCH-
passenger’s front airbag off (see to choose either a conventional child compatible child seat can be installed
page 30 ), a back seat is the safest seat, or one designed for use with using a seat belt.
place for a small child. the lower anchors and tethers for
children (LATCH) system. Whatever type of seat you choose, to
If it is necessary to put a forward- provide proper protection, a child
facing child seat in the front, move Conventional child seats must be seat should meet three
the vehicle seat as far to the rear as secured to a vehicle with a seat belt, requirements:
possible, and be sure the child seat is whereas LATCH-compatible seats
firmly secured to the vehicle and the are secured by attaching the seat to 1. The child seat should meet U.S. or
child is properly strapped in the seat. hardware built into the two outer Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety
seating positions in the back seat. Standard 213. Look for FMVSS
213 or CMVSS 213 on the box.
Since LATCH-compatible child seats
Placing a forward-facing child are easier to install and reduce the 2. The child seat should be of the
seat in the front seat can result possibility of improper installation, proper type and size to fit the child.
in serious injury or death if the we recommend selecting this style. Rear-facing for infants, forward-
front airbag inflates. facing for small children.
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3. The child seat should fit the Installing a Child Seat movement can be expected and
vehicle seating position (or After selecting a proper child seat should not reduce the child seat’s
positions) where it will be used. and a good place to install the seat, effectiveness.
there are three main steps in
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1. With the child seat in the desired 2. To activate the lockable retractor,
seating position, route the belt slowly pull the shoulder part of the
through the child seat according belt all the way out until it stops,
to the seat maker’s instructions, then let the belt feed back into the
then insert the latch plate into the retractor.
buckle.
3. After the belt has retracted, tug on
it. If the belt is locked, you will not
be able to pull it out. If you can pull
the belt out, it is not locked, and
you will need to repeat these steps.
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Since a tether can provide additional 2. Lift the anchor cover, then attach
security to the lap/shoulder belt the tether strap hook to the
installation, we recommend using a anchor, making sure the strap is
tether whenever one is required or not twisted.
available.
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3. Does the shoulder belt cross Using a Booster Seat Some states and Canadian provinces
between the child’s neck and arm? also require children to use a booster
seat until they reach a given age or
4. Is the lap part of the belt as low as weight (e.g., 6 years or 60 lbs). Be
possible, touching the child’s sure to check current laws in the
thighs? states or provinces where you intend
to drive.
5. Will the child be able to stay
seated like this for the whole trip? Booster seats can be high-back or
low-back. Whichever style you select,
If you answer yes to all these make sure the booster seat meets
questions, the child is ready to wear federal safety standards (see page
the lap/shoulder belt correctly. If 40 ) and that you follow the booster
you answer no to any question, the seat maker’s instructions.
child needs to ride on a booster seat. A child who has outgrown a forward-
facing child seat should ride in a If a child who uses a booster seat
back seat and use a booster seat must ride in front, move the vehicle
until the lap/shoulder belt fits them seat as far back as possible and be
properly without the booster. sure the child is wearing the seat
belt properly.
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A child may continue using a booster When Can a Larger Child Sit in Of course, children vary widely. And
seat until the tops of their ears are Front while age may be one indicator of
even with the top of the vehicle’s or The National Highway Traffic Safety when a child can safely ride in front,
booster’s seat-back. A child of this Administration and Transport there are other important factors you
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If you decide that a child can safely Additional Safety Precautions Do not put any accessories on a
ride up front, be sure to: Do not let a child wear a seat belt seat belt. Devices intended to
across the neck. This could result improve a child’s comfort or
Carefully read the owner’s manual, in serious neck injuries during a reposition the shoulder part of a
and make sure you understand all crash. seat belt can make the belt less
seat belt instructions and all safety effective and increase the chance
information. Do not let a child put the shoulder of serious injury in a crash.
part of a seat belt behind the back
Move the vehicle seat to the rear- or under the arm. This could
most position. cause very serious injuries during
a crash. It also increases the
Have the child sit up straight, back chance that the child will slide
against the seat, and feet on or under the belt in a crash and be
near the floor. injured.
Check that the child’s seat belt is Two children should never use the
properly and securely positioned. same seat belt. If they do, they
could be very seriously injured in a
Supervise the child. Even mature crash.
children sometimes need to be
reminded to fasten the seat belts
or sit properly.
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Your vehicle’s exhaust contains With the trunk open, airflow can pull
carbon monoxide gas. Carbon exhaust gas into your vehicle’s
monoxide should not enter the Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. interior and create a hazardous
vehicle in normal driving if you Breathing it can cause condition. If you must drive with the
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HOOD
U.S. models
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Main Menu
Instruments and Controls
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MIRROR CONTROLS
(P.102) HEATING/COOLING
CONTROLS
(P.120)
POWER DOOR LOCK CLIMATE CONTROL
MASTER SWITCH SYSTEM
(P.79) (P.125)
* : If equipped
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SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR* (P.61) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.57)
The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.
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The instrument panel has many If your front passenger does not Low Oil Pressure
indicators to give you important fasten their seat belt, the indicator Indicator
information about your vehicle. comes on about 6 seconds after the The engine can be severely damaged
ignition switch is turned to the ON if this indicator flashes or stays on
Seat Belt Reminder (II) position. when the engine is running. For
Indicator more information, see page 369 .
This indicator comes on when you If either of you do not fasten your
turn the ignition switch to the ON seat belt while driving, the beeper Charging System
(II) position. It reminds you and your will sound and the indicator will flash Indicator
passengers to fasten your seat belts. again at regular intervals. For more If this indicator comes on when the
A beeper also sounds if you have not information, see page 18 . engine is running, the battery is not
fastened your seat belt. being charged. For more information,
see page 369 .
If you turn the ignition switch to the
ON (II) position before fastening Malfunction Indicator
your seat belt, the beeper sounds Lamp
and the indicator flashes. If you do See page 370 .
not fasten your seat belt before the
beeper stops, the indicator stops
flashing but remains on.
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Parking Brake and Brake System Supplemental Restraint Side Airbag Off Indicator
Indicator System Indicator U.S. Canada
U.S. Canada This indicator comes on briefly when
you turn the ignition switch to the
ON (II) position. If it comes on at This indicator comes on briefly when
This indicator has two functions: any other time, it indicates a you turn the ignition switch to the
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Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Lights On Indicator Door and Trunk Open Monitor
Indicators
This indicator reminds you that the DRIVER’S
DOOR OPEN
exterior lights are on. It comes on INDICATOR
The left or right turn signal indicator when the light switch is in either the
blinks when you signal a lane change or position. If you turn the
or turn. If an indicator does not blink ignition switch to the ACCESSORY
or blinks rapidly, it usually means (I) or the LOCK (0) position without
one of the turn signal bulbs is turning off the light switch, this
burned out (see pages 332 and 334 ). indicator will remain on. A reminder
Replace the bulb as soon as possible, chime will also sound when you open TRUNK
since other drivers cannot see that the driver’s door. OPEN
you are signaling. INDICATOR
EX-L and EX-L V6
When you press the hazard warning This indicator will also come on The appropriate indicator comes on
button, both turn signal indicators when the light switch is in AUTO in this monitor if the trunk or any
and all turn signals on the outside of and the lights turn on automatically. door is not closed tightly.
the vehicle flash.
All the indicators in the monitor
come on for a few seconds when you
turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position.
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This indicator comes on as a SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR This indicator comes on with the
reminder that you must refuel soon. high beam headlights. For more
information, see page 69 .
When the indicator comes on, there
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TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER
*: If equipped
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TRIP METER B
U.S. model with outside temperature indicator is shown.
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Outside Temperature Indicator incorrectly displayed, you can adjust Trip Meter
If equipped it up to ±5°F in U.S. models (±3°C The trip meter shows the number of
This indicator displays the outside in Canadian models) warmer or miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada)
temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S. cooler. driven since you last reset it.
models) or Centigrade (Canadian
models). To see the outside NOTE: The temperature must be There are two trip meters: Trip A
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HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNALS/
FOG LIGHTS*2 (P.69, 72) HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
(P.73)
*1 : To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.
*2 : If equipped
*3 : Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual.
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Windshield Wipers Push the right lever up or down to LO − The wipers run at low speed.
select a position.
HI − The wipers run at high speed.
MIST − The wipers run at high
speed until you release the lever. Windshield Washers − Pull the
wiper control lever toward you, and
OFF − The wipers are not activated. hold it. The washers spray until you
release the lever. The wipers run at
INT − The length of the wipe low speed, then complete one more
interval is varied automatically sweep after you release the lever.
according to vehicle’s speed.
ADJUSTMENT RING Vary the delay by turning the
adjustment ring. If you turn it to the
1. MIST shortest delay ( position), the
2. OFF wipers change to low speed
3. INT − Intermittent operation when the vehicle speed
4. LO − Low speed exceeds 12 mph (20km/h).
5. HI − High speed
6. Windshield washers
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Turn Signal − Push down on the When the light switch is in either of
left lever to signal a left turn and up these positions, the lights on
to signal a right turn. To signal a lane indicator comes on as a reminder.
change, push lightly on the lever and
hold it. The lever will return to the This indicator stays on if you leave
center when you release it or the lights on and turn the ignition
*: If equipped
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EX-L and EX-L V6 Even with the automatic lighting LIGHT SENSOR
AUTO − The automatic lighting feature turned on, we recommend
feature turns on the headlights and that you turn on the lights manually
all other exterior lights, when it when driving at night or in a dense
senses low ambient light. fog, or when you enter dark areas
such as long tunnels or parking
To turn on automatic lighting, turn facilities.
the light switch to AUTO at any time.
The lights will come on automatically Do not leave the light switch in
when the outside light level becomes AUTO if you will not be driving the
low (at dusk, for example). The vehicle for an extended period (a
lights on indicator comes on as a week or more). You should also turn
reminder. The lights and indicator off the lights if you plan to leave the
will turn off automatically when the engine idling or off for a long time. The automatic lighting feature is
system senses high ambient light. controlled by a sensor located on top
of the dashboard. Do not cover this
The lights will remain on when you sensor or spill liquids on it.
turn off the ignition switch. They will
turn off automatically when you
remove the key and open the driver’s
door. To turn them on again, either
turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position or turn the light switch
to the position.
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Automatic Lighting Off Feature If you turn the ignition switch to the Daytime Running Lights
This feature turns off the headlights, LOCK (0) position with the With the headlight switch off or in
all other exterior lights, and the headlight switch on, but do not open the position, the high beam
instrument panel lights within 15 the door and get out, the lights turn headlights and the high beam
seconds after you remove the key off after 10 minutes (3 minutes, if indicator come on with reduced
and close the driver’s door. the switch is in the ‘‘AUTO’’ brightness when you turn the
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Fog Lights You can use the fog lights only when Instrument Panel Brightness
the headlights are on low beam.
With the light switch in the AUTO
position (if equipped), you can also
use the fog lights when the
headlights turn on automatically.
They will go off when the headlights
turn off, or the daytime running
lights are on.
SELECT/RESET KNOB
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U.S. LX
Manual A/C type Except U.S. LX Auto A/C type Vehicles with navigation system
The rear window defogger will clear On vehicles with automatic air The defogger and antenna wires on
fog, frost, and thin ice from the conditioning system the inside of the rear window can be
window. Push the defogger button to The defogger will shut itself off accidentally damaged. When
turn it on and off. The indicator in within about 10 to 30 minutes cleaning the glass, always wipe side
the button comes on to show the according to the outside temperature to side.
defogger is on. It also shuts off when (over 32°F, 0°C).
you turn off the ignition switch. You Except U.S. LX and LX-P
have to turn the defogger on again Make sure the rear window is clear Pushing this button also turns the
when you restart the vehicle. and you have good visibility before mirror heaters on or off. For more
starting to drive. information, see page 102 .
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Make any steering wheel adjustment 3. Push the lever up to lock the
before you start driving. steering wheel in position.
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The master key fits all the locks on Keep the keys away from liquids.
your vehicle. The valet key works If they get wet, dry them
only in the ignition and the driver’s immediately with a soft cloth.
door lock. You can keep the trunk
release handle, rear seat trunk The valet key does not contain a
access, and glove box locked when battery. Do not try to take it apart.
you leave your vehicle and the valet
key at a parking facility.
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The immobilizer system protects If the system repeatedly does not As required by the FCC:
your vehicle from theft. If an recognize the coding of your key, This device complies with Part 15 of the
improperly-coded key (or other contact your dealer. FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
device) is used, the engine’s fuel following two conditions: (1) This device
system is disabled. Do not attempt to alter this system may not cause harmful interference, and
or add other devices to it. Electrical (2) this device must accept any
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If the front wheels are turned, the You will hear a reminder beeper if
anti-theft lock may make it difficult you leave the key in the ignition
to turn the key. Firmly turn the switch in the LOCK (0) or the
steering wheel to the left or right as ACCESSORY (I) position and open
you turn the key. the driver’s door. Remove the key to
turn off the beeper.
ACCESSORY (I) − You can
operate the audio system and the If your vehicle has an automatic
accessory power sockets in this transmission, the shift lever must be
position. in Park before you can remove the
key from the ignition switch.
ON (II) − This is the normal key
position when driving. Several of the
The ignition switch has four indicators on the instrument panel
positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY come on as a test when you turn the Removing the key from the
(I), ON (II), START (III) ignition switch from the ignition switch while driving
ACCESSORY (I) to the ON (II) locks the steering. This can
LOCK (0) − You can insert or position. cause you to lose control of the
remove the key only in this position. vehicle.
To turn the key, push it in slightly. If START (III) − Use this position
your vehicle has an automatic only to start the engine. The switch Remove the key from the
transmission, the shift lever must returns to the ON (II) position when ignition switch only when
also be in Park. you let go of the key. parked.
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POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH All doors can be locked from the
Lock outside by using the key in the
Lock driver’s door. To unlock only the
driver’s door, insert the key, turn it
Unlock clockwise, and release it. The
remaining doors unlock when you
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To turn off the Auto Door Lock 3. Push and hold the front of the To program the Park Lock mode:
modes: master door lock switch on the Locks all doors when the shift lever is
driver’s door until you hear a click moved out of the Park (P) position (A/T
(after about 5 seconds). vehicles only).
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3. Push and hold the front of the To program the Drive Lock mode: 4. Push and hold the front of the
master door lock switch on the Locks all doors when the vehicle’s speed master door lock switch on the
driver’s door. You will hear a click. reaches about 9 mph (15 km/h). driver’s door. You will hear a click.
Keep holding the switch until you Keep holding the switch until you
hear another click (after about 5 hear another click (after about 5
seconds). seconds).
4. Release the switch, and within 5 5. Release the switch, and within 5
seconds, turn the ignition switch seconds, turn the ignition switch
to the LOCK (0) position. to the ACCESSORY (I) position.
On A/T vehicles, move the shift
lever to the Park (P) position.
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Auto Door Unlocking To turn off the Auto Door Unlock 3. Push and hold the rear of the
The auto door unlocking feature modes: master door lock switch on the
has five possible settings: driver’s door. You will hear a click,
and after about 5 seconds, you will
The auto door unlocking is hear another click.
deactivated all the time.
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To program the Park Unlock mode: 3. Push and hold the rear of the To program the Ignition Switch
Unlocks the driver’s door or all doors master door lock switch on the Unlock mode:
when the shift lever is moved into the driver’s door. You will hear a click. Unlocks the driver’s door or all doors
Park (P) position (A/T vehicles only). Continue to hold the switch: when the ignition switch is moved out of
the ON (II) position.
Until you hear another click
(after about 5 seconds) to
activate driver’s door unlock
feature,
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3. On A/T vehicles, push and hold the 5. Release the switch, and within 5 Even though your vehicle’s battery is
brake pedal, then move the shift seconds, turn the ignition switch removed or goes dead, the system
lever out of the Park (P) position. to the ACCESSORY (I) position. keeps the auto door lock/unlock
On A/T vehicles, move the shift setting which you selected.
4. Push and hold the rear of the lever to the Park (P) position.
master door lock switch on the
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Childproof Door Locks Remote Transmitter UNLOCK − Press this button once
to unlock the driver’s door. Push it
LEVER
twice to unlock the remaining doors.
LED LOCK Some exterior lights will flash twice
BUTTON each time you press the button.
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You can also open all power windows PANIC − Press this button for Remote Transmitter Care
and the moonroof (if equipped) from about 2 seconds to attract attention: Avoid dropping or throwing the
outside the vehicle with the remote the horn will sound, and the exterior transmitter.
transmitter (see page 105 ). lights will flash for about 30 seconds.
To cancel panic mode, press any Protect the transmitter from
other button on the remote extreme temperature.
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SCREW
TAB
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You can open the trunk in two ways: To protect items in the trunk when
you need to give the key to someone
Pull up on the trunk release lever else:
to the left of the driver’s seat.
1. Lock the trunk release lever with
Press and hold the trunk release the master key. Also make sure
button on the remote transmitter. the trunk pass-through cover is
locked (see page 99 ).
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Even if the trunk release lever is Emergency Trunk Opener Parents should decide if their
locked with the master key, you can children should be shown how to use
open the trunk with the remote this feature.
transmitter.
For more information about child
safety, see page 37 .
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Active Head Restraints against whiplash and injuries to the For a head restraint system to work
neck and upper spine. properly:
After a collision, the activated Do not hang any items on the head
restraint should return to its normal restraints, or from the restraint
position. legs.
If the restraints do not return to their Do not place any object between
normal position, or in the event of a an occupant and the seat-back.
severe collision, have the vehicle
inspected by a Honda dealer. Install each restraint in its proper
location.
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To release the seat-back from inside Remove any items from the seat
the trunk, pull the release under the before you fold down the seat-back.
trunk panel. Push the seat-back
GUIDE down from inside the trunk, or pull Make sure the rear seat armrest is
the seat-back down from inside the stored.
When storing cargo, you can move vehicle.
the rear center shoulder belt out of
the way by removing the belt from
the guide.
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Make sure that the folded seat-back Make sure all rear shoulder belts are Armrest
does not press against the front positioned in front of the rear seat-
passenger’s seat, as this could cause back, and the center shoulder belt is Front
the weight sensors to work re-positioned in the guide whenever
improperly. the seat-back is in its upright position.
Be sure there are no twists in any
If the rear head restraints get caught shoulder belt.
on the front seat backs and you
cannot fold down the rear seat-back Do not put any heavy items on the
fully, you can remove the head seat-back when it is folded down.
restraints (see page 95 ).
Make sure the removed head Make sure all items in the trunk, or
restraints are securely stored. items extending through the opening
into the back seat, are secured.
To lock the seat-back upright, push it Loose items can fly forward and To use the console lid as an armrest,
firmly against the trunk panel. Make cause injury if you have to brake slide it to one of its three positions.
sure it is latched in place by pulling hard. See Carrying Cargo on page
on the top of the seat. 273 .
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Trunk Pass-through Cover Make sure all items in the trunk and
those extending through the pass-
Rear KEY CYLINDER KNOB through are secured.
The rear seat armrest is in the The trunk pass-through cover can be
center of the rear seat. Pivot it down opened from inside the vehicle; it
to use it. folds down onto the center armrest.
Open the cover by sliding the knob
A beverage holder is located in the downward and pulling on the cover.
armrest. To close the cover, swing it up and
push firmly on the top. Make sure it
latches properly.
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INDICATOR
AUTO BUTTON
TAB
EX-L and EX-L V6
The inside mirror can automatically
darken to reduce glare. To turn on
this feature, press the button on the
LX, LX-P, EX and EX V6 bottom of the mirror. The AUTO
The inside mirror has day and night indicator comes on as a reminder.
positions. The night position reduces When it is on, the mirror darkens
glare from headlights behind you. when it senses the headlights of a
Flip the tab on the bottom edge of vehicle behind you, then returns to
the mirror to select the day or night normal visibility when the lights are
position. gone. Press the button again to turn
off this feature.
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Adjusting the Power Mirrors 3. Push the appropriate edge of the Power Mirror Heaters
adjustment switch to move the
SELECTOR SWITCH mirror right, left, up, or down. REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/
HEATED MIRRORS BUTTON
4. When you finish, move the
selector switch to the center (off)
position. This turns the
adjustment switch off to keep your
settings.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON U.S. EX, EX-L, EX V6 and EX-L V6
(II) position. All Canadian models
The outside mirrors are heated to
2. Move the selector switch to L remove fog and frost. With the
(driver’s side) or R (passenger’s ignition switch in the ON (II)
side). position, turn on the heaters by
pressing the button. The indicator in
the button comes on as a reminder.
Press the button again to turn the
heaters off. Pressing this button also
turns the rear window defogger on
and off.
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When you push the main switch in, AUTO REVERSE − If either front
the indicator comes on and the window (driver’s window only on
passengers’ windows cannot be LX) senses any obstacle while it is
raised or lowered. Use the main closing automatically, it will reverse
switch when you have children in the direction, and then stop. To close the
vehicle so they do not injure window, remove the obstacle, then
themselves by operating the use the window switch again.
windows unintentionally. To cancel
this feature, push on the switch Auto reverse stops sensing when the
again. The switch will pop out and window is almost closed. You should
the indicator will go off. always check that all passengers and
objects are away from the window
The windows and the main switch before closing it.
feature will operate for up to 10
minutes after you turn off the NOTE: Only on the driver’s window,
ignition switch. Opening either front the auto reverse function is disabled
door cancels this function. when you continuously pull up the
switch.
The indicators inside the window
switches come on when the light
control switch is in either or
position with the ignition
switch in the ON (II) position
(driver’s window switch only on LX).
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Opening the Windows and 2. Press the UNLOCK button a Opening/Closing the Windows
Moonroof with the Remote second time, and hold it. The and Moonroof with the Key
Transmitter remaining doors unlock, and all
four windows and the moonroof
start to open. To stop the windows
and moonroof, release the button.
You cannot close the windows or the You can open and close the windows
You can open all of the windows and moonroof with the remote and the moonroof (if equipped) with
the moonroof (if equipped) from the transmitter. the key in the driver’s door lock.
outside with the remote transmitter.
To open:
1. Press the UNLOCK button once 1. Insert the key in the driver’s door
to unlock the driver’s door. lock.
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MOONROOF SWITCH To tilt up the moonroof, push on the AUTO − To open the moonroof
center of the moonroof switch. To fully, pull back the moonroof switch
stop the moonroof from tilting up firmly, then release it. The moonroof
Open fully, push the switch briefly. automatically opens all the way. To
stop the moonroof from opening,
To open the moonroof, pull back on push the switch briefly.
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Auto Reverse You can open and close the Operating the Moonroof with the
If the moonroof runs into any moonroof for up to 10 minutes after Remote Transmitter or the Key
obstacle while it is closing you turn off the ignition switch. You can use the remote transmitter
automatically, it will reverse Opening either front door cancels or the key to operate the moonroof
direction, and then stop. To close the this function. from the outside. Refer to page
moonroof, remove the obstacle, then 105 for details.
use the moonroof switch again.
Auto reverse stops sensing when the If you try to open the moonroof in
moonroof is almost closed. You below-f reezing temperatures, or when
should always check that all it is covered with snow or ice, you can
passengers and objects are away damage the moonroof panel or its
from the moonroof before closing it. motor.
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SUNGLASSES HOLDER
DOOR POCKET
COAT HOOK VANITY MIRROR SUN VISOR
CENTER POCKETS
ACCESSORY POWER
SOCKET
GLOVE BOX
BEVERAGE HOLDER
AUXILIARY INPUT JACK
BEVERAGE HOLDER in ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET
REAR SEAT ARMREST
TRUNK CONSOLE COMPARTMENT
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CONSOLE COMPARTMENT
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GLOVE BOX
Open the glove box by pulling the To open the sunglasses holder, push
handle to the left. Close it with a firm then release the indent. It will
push. Lock or unlock the glove box unlatch and swing down. To close it,
with the master key. push it until it latches. Make sure the
holder is closed while you are driving.
The glove box light comes on when
the parking lights are on.
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Slide
SUN VISOR
Some larger styles of sunglasses To use the sun visor, pull it down.
may not fit in the holder. When using the sun visor for the
side window, remove the support rod
You may also store small items in from the clip, and swing it out.
this holder. Make sure they are In this position, the sun visor can be
small enough to let the holder close adjusted by moving it on its slider.
and latch, and that they are not Do not use the extended sun visor
heavy enough to cause the holder to over the inside mirror.
pop open while driving.
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The vanity mirror lights come on Make sure the coat hook is folded up
when you pull up the cover. when you are not using it. This hook
is not designed for large or heavy
items.
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Ceiling Light After all doors are closed tightly, the Spotlights
light dims slightly, then fades out in
DOOR ACTIVATED POSITION about 30 seconds.
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Main Menu
Features
The heating and air conditioning Vents, Heating, and A/C .............. 120 Radio Theft Protection.................. 213
system in your vehicle provides a Climate Control System ................ 125 Setting the Clock ........................... 214
comfortable driving environment in Dual Temperature Control ........... 130 Security System ............................. 217
all weather conditions. Climate Control Sensors ............... 132 Compass.......................................... 219
Audio System ................................. 133 Cruise Control ................................ 223
The standard audio system has LX and LX-P models HomeLink Universal
many features. This section Playing the FM/AM Radio ........... 134 Transceiver................................. 226
describes those features and how to Playing a Disc ................................. 141 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ........ 231
Features
use them. Disc Player Error Messages ........ 148
EX, EX-L and V6 models without
Except LX and LX-P navigation system
Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio Audio System ................................. 149
system that requires a code number Playing the FM/AM Radio ........... 150
to enable it. Playing the XM Satellite Radio .. 157
Playing Discs .................................. 163
Except LX and LX-P Disc Changer Error Messages .... 173
The security system helps to dis- Models with navigation system
courage vandalism and theft of your Audio System ................................. 174
vehicle. Playing the FM/AM Radio ........... 175
Playing the XM Satellite Radio .. 187
Playing Discs .................................. 194
Disc Changer Error Messages .... 205
Protecting Your Discs ................... 206
FM/AM Radio Reception ............. 209
Remote Audio Controls................. 211
Auxiliary Input Jack ....................... 212
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* : If equipped
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Features
Air Conditioning (A/C) Button The outside air intakes for the
This button turns the air heating and cooling system are at Mode Control
conditioning on and off. The the base of the windshield. Keep this Use the mode control buttons to
indicator in the button is on when area clear of leaves and other debris. select the vents air flows from. Some
the A/C is on. air will flow from the dashboard
The system should be left in fresh corner vents in all modes.
MAX A/C Button air mode under almost all conditions.
The system automatically Keeping the system in recirculation Air flows from the center
turns on the A/C and switches to mode, particularly with the A/C off, and corner vents in the dashboard.
recirculation mode. Air flows from can cause the windows to fog up.
the center and side vents in the Airflow is divided between
dashboard. Pressing the , A/C, Switch to recirculation mode when the vents in the dashboard and the
or any of the mode buttons cancels driving through dusty or smoky floor vents.
MAX A/C. conditions, then return to fresh air
mode.
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Air flows from the floor Air flows from the defroster Using the Heater
vents. vents at the base of the windshield. The heater uses engine coolant to
warm the air. If the engine is cold, it
When you select , the system When you select or , will be several minutes before you
automatically switches to fresh air the system automatically switches to feel warm air coming from the
mode. If you switch the mode from fresh air mode and turns on the A/C. system.
or to , the system You cannot turn the A/C off in this
keeps the A/C on. The A/C mode. 1. Select .
indicator will not come on if it was When you select , the system
off to start with. Ventilation automatically switches to fresh air
The flow-through ventilation system mode. If you switch the mode
To turn off the A/C, press the A/C draws in outside air, circulates it from or , the system
button to illuminate the indicator, through the interior, then exhausts it also automatically turns on the
then press it again to turn off the through vents near the rear window. A/C. This helps prevent the
A/C. windows from fogging up
1. Set the temperature to the lower unintendedly. The A/C indicator
When you switch to or limit. will not come on if it was off to
mode from , the A/C 2. Make sure the A/C is off. start with (see the first column on
turns off. But if it was on to start 3. Select and fresh air mode. this page).
with, the A/C stays on. 4. Set the fan to the desired speed. 2. Set the fan to the desired speed.
3. Adjust the warmth of the air with
Airflow is divided between the temperature control dial.
the floor vents and the defroster
vents at the base of the windshield.
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Using the A/C If the interior is very warm, you can Dehumidify the Interior
Air conditioning places an extra load cool it down more rapidly by partially Air conditioning, as it cools, removes
on the engine. Watch the engine opening the windows, turning on the moisture from the air. When used in
coolant temperature gauge (see page air conditioning, and setting the fan combination with the heater, it
66 ). If it moves near the red zone, to maximum speed in fresh air mode. makes the interior warm and dry and
turn off the A/C until the gauge can prevent the windows from
reading returns to normal. To cool the interior with MAX A/C: fogging up.
1. Set the fan to the desired speed.
Features
1. Turn on the A/C by pressing the 2. Select MAX A/C. 1. Turn the fan on.
button. The indicator in the button The system automatically turns on 2. Turn on the air conditioning.
comes on when a fan speed is the A/C, selects , and 3. Select and fresh air mode.
selected. switches to recirculation mode. 4. Adjust the temperature to your
2. Make sure the temperature is set 3. Make sure the temperature is set preference.
to maximum cool. to maximum cool.
3. Select . This setting is suitable for all driving
4. If the outside air is humid, select conditions whenever the outside
recirculation mode. If the outside temperature is above 32°F (0°C).
air is dry, select fresh air mode.
5. Set the fan to the desired speed.
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To Defog and Defrost To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice To Turn Everything Off
To remove fog from the inside of the From the Windows Turning the fan speed control dial all
windows: 1. Select . The system the way to the left shuts the system
1. Set the fan to the desired speed, or automatically switches to fresh air off.
high for faster defrosting. mode and turns on the A/C.
2. Select . The system The A/C indicator does not come Keep the system off for short
automatically switches to fresh air on if it was off to start with. periods only.
mode and turns on the A/C. The 2. Select .
A/C indicator will not come on if it 3. Set the fan and temperature To keep stale air and mustiness
was off to start with. controls to maximum level. from collecting, you should have
3. Adjust the temperature so the the fan running at all times.
airflow feels warm. To clear the windows faster, you can
4. Select / to help close the dashboard corner vents by
clear the rear window. rotating the wheel below each vent.
5. To increase airflow to the This sends more warm air to the
windshield, close the corner vents. windshield defroster vents. Once the
windshield is clear, select fresh air
When you switch to , from mode to avoid fogging the windows.
or , the A/C stays on.
This helps prevent the windows from For your safety, make sure you have
rapidly fogging up when the air is a clear view through all the windows
suddenly routed away from the before driving.
windshield. If you want to turn the
A/C off, press and release the A/C
button twice. The indicator in the
button comes on and then goes off.
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Features
AUTO MIRROR
INDICATOR INDICATOR BUTTON
CENTER
DISPLAY
MODE
CONTROL
BUTTON
AUTO
BUTTON AIR
CONDITIONING
REAR WINDOW BUTTON
AUTO BUTTON AIR DEFOGGER/HEATED
CONDITIONING MIRROR BUTTON
OFF BUTTON BUTTON OFF BUTTON FAN CONTROL
BAR
DUAL BUTTON MODE CONTROL BUTTON
WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER DRIVER’S SIDE FRONT PASSENGER’S SIDE
BUTTON TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE CONTROL
RECIRCULATION SWITCH
BUTTON CONTROL SWITCH
FAN CONTROL SWITCH
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Voice Control System Using Automatic Climate Control The system automatically selects
On models with navigation system The automatic climate control the proper mix of conditioned
The climate control system can also system in your vehicle picks the and/or heated air that will, as
be operated by voice control. See the proper combination of air quickly as possible, raise or lower
Navi section in your quick start conditioning, heating, and ventilation the interior temperature to your
guide for an overview of this system, to maintain the interior temperature preference.
and the navigation system manual you select. The system also adjusts
for complete details. the fan speed and airflow levels. Temperature Control
The driver’s side temperature and
1. Press the Auto button. The the passenger’s side temperature can
indicator in the button also comes be set separately. Push up the switch
on as a reminder. You will see of the appropriate temperature
AUTO on the display (in the control to increase the temperature
center display on models with of airflow. Push down the switch to
navigation system). decrease it. Each set temperature is
shown in the display (in the center
2. Set the desired temperature with display on models with navigation
the temperature control switch. system).
You can set the driver’s side
temperature and the passenger’s
side temperature separately.
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When you set the temperature to its system (GPS). For example, if the To Turn Everything Off
lower limit ( ) or its upper limit driver’s side of the vehicle is getting If you press the OFF button, the
( ), the system runs at full too much sun, the system will adjust climate control system shuts off
cooling or heating only. It does not to a lower temperature. completely.
regulate the interior temperature.
Dual Button Keep the system completely off
When you adjust a fan control, the You can set the temperatures for the for short periods only.
fan is taken out of AUTO mode. driver’s side and the passenger’s side
Features
separately when this button is To keep stale air and mustiness
When the indicator in the dual pressed (indicator is on). When the from collecting, you should have
button is on, the driver’s side and indicator in the DUAL button is off, the fan running at all times.
passenger’s side temperature can be the temperatures for both sides are
controlled independently (see page synchronized to the driver’s side set
130 ). temperature. When defrost mode is
selected, dual mode operation is
On models with navigation system canceled.
In AUTO mode, the vehicle’s interior
temperature is independently
regulated for the driver and front
passenger according to each
adjusted temperature. The system
also regulates each temperature
based on the information of the sun
light sensor and the sun position
which is updated automatically by
the navigation’s global positioning
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Rear Window Defogger Button Air flows from the center To remove fog from the inside of the
This button turns the rear window and corner vents in the dashboard. windows, set as follows:
defogger off and on (see page 74 ).
Windshield Defroster Button 1. Select . The system
Pushing this button also turns the This button directs the main airflow automatically switches to fresh air
power mirror heaters on and off. to the windshield for faster mode and turns on the A/C.
defrosting. It also overrides any 2. Adjust the temperature with the
Mode Control mode selection you may have made. driver’s side temperature control
Features
Use the mode control button to so the airflow feels warm.
select the vents the air flows from. When you select , the system 3. Select to help clear the
Some air will flow from the automatically switches to fresh air rear window.
dashboard vents in all modes. mode and turns on the A/C. For 4. To increase airflow to the
faster defrosting, manually set the windshield, close the corner vents.
Airflow is divided between fan speed to high. You can also For faster defogging, manually set
the floor and corner vents and the increase airflow to the windshield by the fan speed to high.
defroster vents at the base of the closing the corner vents on the
windshield. dashboard. To close the vents, rotate For your safety, make sure you have
the wheel under each corner vent. a clear view through all the windows
Air flows from the floor before driving.
vents. When you turn off by
pressing the button again, the When the indicator in the button is
Airflow is divided between system returns to its former settings. on, the front passenger’s
the vents in the dashboard and the temperature cannot be set separately
floor vents. from the driver’s.
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Features
can adjust the passenger’s side
without pressing the DUAL button
first.
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Sunlight Sensor/Temperature
Sensor
On models with climate control system
SUNLIGHT SENSOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR
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Features
On EX and EX V6 models, and EX-L
and EX-L V6 models without
navigation system, see pages
149 through 173 .
On models with navigation system, With navigation system EX-L and EX-L V6 models without
see pages 174 through 205 . navigation system
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FM BUTTON
TITLE BUTTON
SCAN BUTTON A.SEL (AUTO SELECT)
BUTTON
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To Play the FM/AM Radio To Select a Station SCAN − The scan function samples
The ignition switch must be in the You can use any of five methods to all stations with strong signals on the
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. find radio stations on the selected selected band. To activate it, press
Turn the system on by pushing the band: tune, skip, scan, the preset the SCAN button, then release it.
power/volume knob or the AM or buttons, and auto select. You will see SCAN in the display.
FM button. Adjust the volume by The system will scan for a station
turning the power/volume knob. On the FM band, you can also use with a strong signal. When it finds
the features provided by the radio one, it will stop and play that station
Features
The band and frequency that the data system (RDS). For more for about 10 seconds.
radio was last tuned to is displayed. information on the RDS, see page
To change bands, press the AM or 137 . If you do nothing, the system will
FM button. On the FM band, ST will then scan for the next strong station
be displayed if the station is broad- TUNE − Use the TUNE knob to and play it for 10 seconds. When it
casting in stereo. Stereo tune the radio to a desired frequency. plays a station you want to listen to,
reproduction on AM is not available. Turn the knob to the right to tune to press the SCAN button again.
a higher frequency, and turn it to the
On the AM band, AM noise left to tune to a lower frequency.
reduction turns on automatically.
SKIP − The skip function searches
up and down from the current
frequency to find a station with a
strong signal. To activate it, press
either of the SKIP buttons ( or
), then release it.
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Preset − Each preset button can AUTO SELECT − If you are If you do not like the stations auto
store one frequency on AM and two traveling far from home and can no select has stored, you can store
frequencies on FM. longer receive your preset stations, other frequencies on the preset
you can use the auto select feature to buttons as previously described.
1. Select the desired band, AM or find stations in the local area.
FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store To turn off auto select, press the
two frequencies with each preset Press the A. SEL button. You will see A. SEL (auto select) button. This
button. A. SEL flashing in the display, and restores the presets you originally
the system goes into scan mode for set.
2. Use the tune, skip, scan, or RDS several seconds. It stores the
function to tune the radio to a frequencies of six AM, and twelve For information on FM/AM radio
desired station. FM stations in the preset buttons. frequencies and reception, see page
209 .
3. Pick a preset button (1−6), and You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed after
hold it until you hear a beep. pressing a preset button if auto
select cannot find a strong station for
4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store a every preset button.
total of six stations on AM and
twelve stations on FM.
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Features
The program service name display
function shows the name of the
station you are listening to. With the
audio system on and the FM band
selected, you can turn this function
on or off. To switch the function between on
and off, press and release the TITLE
button. With the system on, you will
see ‘‘PS ON’’ message on the display.
If the station you are listening to is
an RDS station, the displayed
frequency switches to the station
name.
CONTINUED
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Radio Data System (RDS) Category SOFT: Adult hits and soft music RDS Program Search
TOP 40: Top 40 of hits This function searches up and down
OLDIES: Nostalgia music and oldies a frequency for the strongest signal
R & B: Rhythm and blues, and soft from the frequencies that carry the
rhythm and blues selected RDS category information.
RELIGION: Religion music and This can help you to find a station in
religion talk your favorite category. To activate it,
CLASSIC: Classical music press and release either of the SKIP
JAZZ: Jazz buttons ( or ). You will see
INFO: News, information, sport, talk, the selected RDS category name
RDS CATEGORY foreign language, personality, public, blinking while searching it. When
college, and weather the system finds a station, the
TRAFFIC: Traffic information selected RDS category name will be
displayed again for about 5 seconds.
On the FM band selected, you can Press either side of the FOLDER bar
select the program category to select an RDS category. The If the system does not find a station,
provided by the RDS. Press either display shows the selected RDS ‘‘NOTHING’’ will be blinking for
side of the FOLDER bar (▲ or ▼) category name for about 10 seconds. about 5 seconds, then the system
to display and select an RDS You can use the search or scan goes back to the last selected station.
category. The principal RDS function to find radio stations on the
categories are shown as follows; selected RDS category. If you do
nothing while the RDS category
ALL: All RDS category stations name is displayed, the selected
ROCK: Rock, classic rock and soft category is cancelled.
rock music
COUNTRY: Country music
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RDS category. You will also see the
selected RDS category name
blinking while searching it. When it
finds one, it will stop and play that
station for about 10 seconds.
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Adjusting the Sound SVC − Adjusts the volume level adjust the setting to your liking. If
Press the SOUND (TUNE) knob based on the vehicle speed. you feel the sound is too loud,
repeatedly to display the BASS, choose low. If you feel the sound is
TREBLE, FADER, BALANCE, and Each mode is shown in the display as too quiet, choose high.
SVC (speed-sensitive volume it changes. Turn the TUNE knob to
compensation) settings. adjust the setting to your liking. This function is set to MID as the
default setting when the vehicle
BASS − Adjusts the bass. Except SVC adjustment leaves the factory.
When the level reaches the center,
TREBLE − Adjusts the treble. you will see ‘‘C’’ in the display. Audio System Lighting
You can use the instrument panel
FADER − Adjusts the front-to-back The system will return to the audio brightness control knob to adjust the
strength of the sound. display about 10 seconds after you illumination of the audio system (see
stop adjusting a mode. page 72 ). The audio system
BALANCE − Adjusts the side-to- illuminates when the parking lights
side strength of the sound. Speed-sensitive Volume are on, even if the radio is turned off.
Compensation (SVC)
The SVC mode controls the volume
based on vehicle speed. The faster
you go, the louder the audio volume
becomes. As you slow down, the
audio volume decreases.
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Features
LOAD INDICATOR
CD BUTTON
DISC EJECT BUTTON
TITLE BUTTON
TUNE (SOUND) KNOB
SCAN BUTTON A.SEL (AUTO SELECT)
BUTTON
RPT/RDM (REPEAT/RANDOM)
BAR
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To Play a Disc This audio system can also play The specifications of the compatible
To load or play a disc, the ignition CD-Rs and CD-RWs compressed in MP3 file are:
switch must be in the ACCESSORY MP3 or WMA formats. When −Sampling frequency:
(I) or ON (II) position. playing a disc in MP3, you will see 32/44.1/48 kHz (MPEG1)
‘‘MP3’’ in the display. In WMA 24/22.05/16 kHz (MPEG2)
You operate the disc player with the format, ‘‘WMA’’ will appear in the −Bit rate:
same controls used for the radio. To display. You can select up to 99 32/40/48/56/64/80/96/112/128/
select the disc player, press the CD folders, or up to 255 tracks/files. 160/192/224/256/320 kbps
button. You will see ‘‘CD’’ in the (MPEG1)
display. NOTE: 8/16/24/32/40/48/56/64/80/96/
If a file on an MP3 or WMA disc is 112/128/160 kbps (MPEG2)
protected by digital rights −Compatible with variable bit rate
management (DRM), the audio unit and multi-session
Do not use discs with adhesive labels. displays UNSUPPORTED, and then −Maximum layers
The label can curl up and cause the skips to the next file. (including ROOT): 8 layers
disc to jam in the unit.
Video CDs and DVD discs do not
work in this unit.
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The specifications of the compatible To Load a Disc Text Data Display Function
WMA file are: Insert a disc about halfway into the Each time you press the TITLE
−Bit rate: disc slot. The drive will pull the disc button, the display shows you the
32/40/48/64/80/96/128/160/192 in the rest of the way to play it. You text data on a disc, if the disc was
kbps operate the disc player with the recorded with text data.
−Sampling frequency: same controls used for the radio.
32/44.1/48 kHz The number of the current track is You can see the album, artist, and
−Compatible with variable bit rate shown in the display. When playing a track name in the display. If a disc is
Features
and multi-session disc in MP3 or WMA, the numbers recorded in MP3 or WMA, you can
−Maximum layers of the current folder and file are see the folder and file name, and the
(including ROOT): 8 layers shown. The system will continuously artist, album, and track tag.
play a disc until you change modes.
With the folder name, you will see
You cannot load and play 3-inch the FOLDER indicator in the display.
(8-cm) discs in this system. The TRACK indicator is shown with
the file or track name.
For information on how to handle
and protect compact discs, see page
206 .
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The display shows up to about 14 When playing a CD-DA with text To Change or Select Tracks/Files
characters of selected text data (the data, the album and track name are You can use the SKIP buttons while
folder name, file name, etc.). If the shown in the display. With a disc in a disc is playing to select passages
text data has more than 14 MP3 or WMA, the display shows the and change tracks (files in MP3/
characters, you will see the first 14 folder and file name. WMA mode).
characters and the indicator in
the display. Press and hold the SKIP − Each time you press and
TITLE button until the next 14 release the SKIP button, the
characters are shown. player skips forward to the
beginning of the next track (file in
You will also see some text data MP3 or WMA mode). Press and
under these conditions: release the to skip backward to
the beginning of the current track.
When a new folder, file, or track is Press it again to skip to the
selected. beginning of the previous track.
When you change the audio mode To move rapidly within a track, press
to play a disc with text data or in and hold the or SKIP
MP3 or WMA. button.
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Features
the previous folder. The system continuously replays the repeatedly to select RDM (within a
current folder. Press the RPT side of disc random play). You will see RDM
REPEAT (TRACK/FILE the bar again to turn it off. Pressing in the display. Press the RDM side of
REPEAT) − To continuously replay the RDM side of the bar, or selecting the bar for 2 seconds to return to
a track (files in MP3 or WMA mode), a different folder with the FOLDER normal play.
press and release the RPT side of bar also turns off the repeat feature.
the RPT/RDM bar. You will see RPT
in the display. Press and hold the Each time you press and release the
RPT side for 2 seconds to turn it off. RPT side of the bar, the mode
changes from file repeat to folder
repeat, then to normal playing.
CONTINUED
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Features
Protecting Discs
You can also eject the disc when the For information on how to handle
ignition switch is off. and protect compact discs, see page
206 .
To play the radio when a disc is
playing, press the AM or FM button.
Press the CD button again to switch
back to the disc player.
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The audio system will try to play the The ejected disc will not be reloaded automatically.
disc. If there is still a problem, the
error message will reappear. Press
the eject button, and pull out the disc.
Insert a different disc. If the new
disc plays, there is a problem with
the first disc. If the error message
cycle repeats and you cannot clear it,
take your vehicle to a dealer.
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Selector Knob The knob turns left and right. Use it Menu Display
to scroll through lists, to make To select any setting such as a clock,
selections or adjustments to a list or sound adjusting, or the compass (if
menu item on the display. When you equipped), press the MENU button
make a selection, push the center of with the ignition switch in the
the selector (ENTER) to go to that ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
selection. You can select the item by turning
the selector knob. To go back to the
Features
When the audio system is in XM previous display, press the RETURN
satellite radio mode or playing discs, button.
pushing the selector (ENTER) knob
RETURN SELECTOR MENU switches the display between the Pressing the MENU button again
BUTTON KNOB BUTTON normal display and the extended will also cancel the menu display
display. The extended display has mode.
Most audio system functions can be three segments to display the
controlled by standard buttons, bars, detailed information.
and knobs. In addition this, you can
access some functions by using the
selector knob on the audio system.
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POWER/ POWER/
VOLUME VOLUME
KNOB KNOB
AM TITLE AM TITLE
BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON
FM FM
BUTTON BUTTON
SCAN SCAN
BUTTON PRESET BUTTON PRESET
BUTTONS BUTTONS
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To Play the Radio To Select a Station Each time you press and release
The ignition switch must be in the You can use any of five methods to either side of the SKIP bar, the radio
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. find radio stations on the selected frequency changes in small
Turn the system on by pushing the band: tune, skip, scan, the preset increments.
power/volume knob or the AM or buttons, and auto select.
FM button. Adjust the volume by SCAN − The scan function samples
turning the power/volume knob. On the FM band, you can also use all stations with strong signals on the
the features provided by the radio selected band. To activate it, press
Features
The band and frequency that the data system (RDS). For more the SCAN button, then release it.
radio was last tuned to are displayed. information on the RDS, see page You will see SCAN in the display.
To change bands, press the AM or 153 . The system will scan for a station
FM button. On the FM band, ST will with a strong signal. When it finds
be displayed if the station is TUNE − Use the selector knob to one, it will stop and play that station
broadcasting in stereo. Stereo tune the radio to a desired frequency. for about 10 seconds.
reproduction in AM is not available. Turn the knob right to tune to a
higher frequency, or left to tune to a If you do nothing, the system will
On the AM band, AM noise lower frequency. scan for the next strong station and
reduction turns on automatically. play it for 10 seconds. When it plays
SKIP − The skip function searches a station that you want to listen to,
up and down from the current press the SCAN button again.
frequency to find a station with a
strong signal. To activate it, press
and hold the or side of the
SKIP bar until you hear a beep, then
release it.
CONTINUED
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Preset − Each preset button can AUTO SELECT − If you are To turn off auto select, press the
store one frequency on AM and two traveling far from home and can no A. SEL (auto select) button. This
frequencies on FM. longer receive your preset stations, restores the presets you originally
you can use the auto select feature to set.
1. Select the desired band, AM or find stations in the local area.
FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store For information on FM/AM radio
two frequencies with each preset Press the A. SEL button. ‘‘A-SEL’’ frequencies and reception, see page
button. flashes in the display, and the system 209 .
goes into scan mode for several
2. Use the tune, skip, scan, or RDS seconds. It stores the frequencies of
function to tune the radio to a six AM and twelve FM stations in
desired station. the preset buttons.
3. Pick a preset button, and hold it You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed after
until you hear a beep. pressing a preset button if auto
select cannot find a strong station for
4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store a that preset button.
total of six stations on AM and
twelve stations on FM. If you do not like the stations auto
select has stored, you can store
other frequencies on the preset
buttons as previously described.
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Features
The program service name display
function shows the name of the PROGRAM SERVICE
station you are listening to. With the NAME DISPLAY ON
audio system on and the FM band
selected, you can turn this function
on or off. To switch the function between on
and off, press and release the TITLE
button. With the system on, you will
see ‘‘PS ON’’ message on the display.
If the station you are listening to is
an RDS station, the displayed
frequency switches to the station
name.
CONTINUED
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Radio Data System (RDS) Category COUNTRY: Country music RDS Program Search
SOFT: Adult hits and soft music This function searches up and down
TOP 40: Top 40 of hits a frequency for the strongest signal
RDS CATEGORY OLDIES: Nostalgia music and oldies from the frequencies that carry the
R & B: Rhythm and blues, and soft selected RDS category information.
rhythm and blues This can help you to find a station in
RELIGION: Religion music and your favorite category. To activate it,
religion talk press and release either side
CLASSIC: Classical music ( or ) of the SKIP bar. You
JAZZ: Jazz will see the selected RDS category
INFO: News, information, sport, talk, name blinking while searching it.
foreign language, personality, public, When the system finds a station, the
college, and weather selected RDS category name will be
TRAFFIC: Traffic information displayed again for about 5 seconds.
On the FM band selected, you can
select the program category Press either side of the CATEGORY If the system does not find a station,
provided by the RDS. Press either bar (FOLDER bar on models without ‘‘NOTHING’’ will be blinking for
side (▲ or ▼) of the CATEGORY XM radio) to select an RDS category. about 5 seconds, then the system
bar (FOLDER bar on models without The display shows the selected RDS goes back to the last selected station.
XM radio) to display and select an category name for about 10 seconds.
RDS category. The principal RDS You can use the search or scan
categories are shown as follows; function to find radio stations on the
selected RDS category. If you do
ALL: All RDS category stations nothing while the RDS category
ROCK: Rock, classic rock and soft name is displayed, the selected
rock music category is cancelled.
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RDS Program SCAN You can use the RDS program Adjusting the Sound
The scan function samples all search or scan function even if the
stations with strong signals on the PS name display function is off. In Selector knob adjustable
selected RDS category. To activate it, this case, the display shows a direction is shown.
press and release the SCAN button. frequency in place of a PS name.
You will see SCAN in the display.
The system will scan for a station
with a strong signal in the selected
Features
RDS category. You will also see the
selected RDS category name
blinking while searching it. When it
finds one, it will stop and play that FADER is selectable.
station for about 10 seconds.
If you do nothing, the system will Press the MENU button to display
scan for the next strong station and the sound settings. Turn the selector
play it for 10 seconds. When it plays knob to select an appropriate setting:
a station that you want to listen to, bass, treble, fader, balance, SUBW*
press the SCAN button again. (subwoofer) and SVC (speed-
sensitive volume compensation).
If the system does not find a station, Press the selector (ENTER) knob to
‘‘NOTHING’’ will be blinking for enter the setting, then turn the
about 5 seconds, then the system selector knob to adjust the setting.
goes back to the last selected station.
*: If equipped
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Features
XM RADIO BUTTON TITLE BUTTON
POWER/VOLUME
SCAN BUTTON KNOB
CONTINUED
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Your vehicle is capable of receiving Operating the Satellite Radio Each time you press and release the
XM Satellite Radio anywhere in the To listen to XM satellite radio, turn TITLE button, the display changes in
United States, and Canada, except the ignition switch to the the following sequence: name, title,
Hawaii and Alaska. XM is a ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position, and category.
registered trade mark of XM and press the button. The
Satellite Radio, Inc. last channel you listened to will show You can also change the mode from
in the display. Adjust the volume by the menu items. Press the MENU
XM satellite radio receives signals turning the power/volume knob. button to display the menu items,
from two satellites to produce clear, then turn the selector knob to select
high-quality digital reception. It MODE − To switch between MODE/CATEGORY and press the
offers many channels in several channel mode and category mode, selector knob (ENTER). Each time
categories. Along with a large press and hold the TITLE button you press and release the selector
selection of different types of music, until the mode changes. knob (ENTER), the display changes
XM satellite radio allows you to view between CHANNEL and
channel and category selections in In the channel mode, you can select CATEGORY. To enter the setting,
the display. all of the available channels. In the press the TITLE button.
category mode, such as Jazz, Rock,
Classical, etc., you can select all of You may experience periods when
the channels within that category. XM Radio does not transmit the
artist’s name and song title
information. If this happens, there is
nothing wrong with your system.
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Features
category are scanned. To activate
scan, press the SCAN button. The
system plays each channel in
Channel list is shown. numerical order for a few seconds,
then selects the next channel. When
You can also select a channel or you hear a channel you want to
category from the list by using the continue listening to, press the
selector knob. Push the selector button again.
knob (ENTER) to switch the display
to the list displayed with three
segments, then turn the knob to
select a channel or category. Press
the selector knob (ENTER) to set
your selection.
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Preset − You can store up to 12 4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to store the ‘‘NO SIGNAL’’ − The signal is
preset channels using the six preset first six channels. currently too weak. Move the vehicle
buttons. Each button stores one to an area away from tall buildings,
channel from the XM1 band and one 5. Press the XM button again. The and with an unobstructed view of the
channel from the XM2 band. other XM band will show. Store southern horizon.
the next six channels using steps 2
To store a channel: and 3. ‘‘ - - - - ’’ − The selected channel
1. Press the button. Either number does not exist, or is not part
XM1 or XM2 will show in the Once a channel is stored, simply of your subscription, or this channel
display. press and release the proper preset has no artist or title information at
button to tune to it. this time.
2. Use the selector knob, or the
CATEGORY bar or SCAN button XM Radio Display Messages ‘‘ANTENNA’’ − There is a problem
to tune to a desired channel. with the XM antenna. Please consult
‘‘LOADING’’ − XM is loading the your dealer.
In category mode, only channels audio or program information.
within that category can be selected.
In channel mode, all channels can be ‘‘OFF AIR’’ − The channel
selected. currently selected is no longer
broadcasting.
3. Pick the preset button you want
for that channel. Press and hold ‘‘UPDATING’’ − The encryption
the button until you hear a beep. code is being updated. Wait until the
encryption code is fully updated.
Channels 0 and 1 should still work
normally.
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Satellite signals are more likely to be
blocked by tall buildings and
mountains the farther north you
travel from the equator. Carrying SATELLITE
large items on a roof rack can also
block the signal.
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There may be other geographic Receiving Satellite Radio Service After you’ve registered with XM
situations that could affect XM radio If your XM Radio service has expired Radio, keep your audio system in the
reception. or you purchased your vehicle from Satellite Radio mode while you wait
a previous owner, you can listen to a for activation. This should take about
As required by the FCC: sampling of the broadcasts available 30 minutes.
Changes or modifications not expressly on XM Satellite Radio. With the
approved by the party responsible for ignition switch in the ACCESSORY While waiting for activation, make
compliance could void the user’s (I) or the ON (II) position, press the sure your vehicle remains in an open
authority to operate the equipment. button. A variety of music area with good reception. Once your
types and styles will play. audio system is activated,
‘‘CATEGORY’’ or ‘‘CHANNEL’’ will
If you decide to purchase XM appear in the display, and you’ll be
satellite radio service, contact XM able to listen to XM Radio broadcasts.
Radio at www.xmradio.com, or at XM Radio will continue to send an
1-800-852-9696. In Canada, contact activation signal to your vehicle for
www.xmradio.ca, or call 1-877-438- at least 12 hours from the activation
9677. You will need to give them request. If the service has not been
your radio I.D. number and your activated after 36 hours, contact XM
credit card number. To get your Radio.
radio I.D. number, press the
button, then turn the
selector knob until ‘‘CH 000’’ appears
in the display. Your I.D. will appear
in the display.
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PRESET PRESET
BUTTONS BUTTONS
DISC DISC
EJECT EJECT
SCAN BUTTON SCAN BUTTON
BUTTON BUTTON
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To Play a Disc This audio system can also play The specifications of the compatible
To load or play discs, the ignition CD-Rs and CD-RWs compressed in WMA file are:
switch must be in the ACCESSORY MP3 or WMA formats. When Sampling frequency:
(I) or ON (II) position. playing a disc in MP3, you will see 22.05/32/44.1/48 kHz
‘‘MP3’’ in the display. In WMA Bit rate:
You operate the disc changer with format, ‘‘WMA’’ will appear in the 48/64/80/96/128/160/192 kbps
the same controls used for the radio. display. The disc, folder and track Compatible with variable bit rate and
To select the disc changer, press the numbers are displayed. You can multi-session
CD/AUX or CD button. You will see select up to 255 folders or tracks. Maximum layers
‘‘CD’’ in the display. The disc and (including ROOT): 8 layers
track numbers, and the elapsed time Video CDs and DVD discs do not
are shown in the display. You can work in this unit.
also select the displayed information
with the TITLE button (see page The specifications of the compatible
166 ). The system will continuously MP3 file are:
play a disc until you change modes. Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 kHz
(MPEG1)
16/22.05/24 kHz (MPEG2)
Bit rate: 32/40/48/56/64/80/96/
Do not use discs with adhesive labels. 112/128/160/192/224/256/320 kbps
The label can curl up and cause the Compatible with variable bit rate and
disc to jam in the unit. multi-session
Maximum layers
(including ROOT): 8 layers
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button. could damage the audio unit.
2. The disc number for an empty 5. Repeat this until all six positions
position begins blinking. are loaded. If you are not loading
all six positions, the system begins
3. Insert the disc into the disc slot playing the last disc loaded.
when the green disc load indicator
comes on. Insert it only about You can also load a disc into an
halfway; the drive will pull it in the empty position while a disc is playing
rest of the way. You will see by pressing the appropriate preset
‘‘BUSY’’ in the display while the button. The system stops playing the
disc load indicator turns red and current disc and starts the loading
blinks as the disc is loaded. sequence. It then plays the disc just
loaded.
CONTINUED
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Text Data Display Function If the text data has more than 16 You will also see some text data
Each time you press the TITLE characters, you will see the first 16 under these conditions:
button, the display shows you the characters and the indicator in
text data on a disc, if the disc was the display. Press and hold the When a new folder, file, or track is
recorded with text data. TITLE button until the next 16 selected.
characters are shown. You can see
You can see the album, artist, and up to about 32 characters of the text When you change the audio mode
track name in the display. If a disc is data. to play a disc with text data or in
recorded in MP3 or WMA, you can MP3 or WMA.
see the folder and file name, and the If you press and hold the TITLE
artist, album, and track tag. button again, the display shows the When you insert a disc, and the
first 16 characters again. system begins to play.
With the folder name, you will see
the FOLDER indicator in the display. If any letter is not available, it is When playing a CD-DA with text
The TRACK indicator is shown with replaced with ‘‘ . ’’ (dot) in the display. data, the album and track name are
the file or track name. When the disc has no text data, you shown in the display. With a disc in
will see ‘‘NO INFO’’ on the display. MP3 or WMA, the display shows the
When you press and release the folder and file name.
TITLE button while a disc without
text data is playing, you will see ‘‘NO When you turn on the audio system
INFO’’ on the display. next time, the system keeps your
selection with the TITLE button.
The display shows up to about 16
characters of selected text data (the
folder name, file name, etc.).
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models with XM satellite radio) to skip to the beginning of the previous
select folders in the disc and use track.
either side of the skip bar to change
files. To move rapidly within a track or file,
press and hold either side ( or
To select a different disc, use the In MP3 or WMA mode, you can also ) of the skip bar.
appropriate preset buttons (1 select a folder or track/file from the
through 6). If you select an empty list by using the selector knob. Push
position, the system will go into the the selector knob (ENTER) to
loading sequence (see page 165 ). switch the display to the list
displayed with three segments, then
turn the knob to select a folder.
Press the selector knob (ENTER) to
change the display to the track/file
list, then turn the same knob to
select a track/file. Press the selector
knob (ENTER) to set your selection.
CONTINUED
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In MP3 or WMA mode To select repeat, random or scan Turn the selector knob to select an
FOLDER SELECTION − To mode: appropriate repeat, random or scan
select a different folder, press either mode, then press the selector knob
side (▲ or ▼) of the FOLDER bar (ENTER) to set your selection.
(CATEGORY bar on models with MENU ITEMS
XM satellite radio) to move to the
beginning of the next folder. Press
the ▲ side to skip to the next folder,
and press the ▼ side to skip to the
beginning of the previous folder.
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REPEAT (Track Repeat) − To DISC REPEAT − This feature In MP3 or WMA mode
continuously replay a track (file in continuously replays the current disc. FOLDER RANDOM − This
MP3 or WMA mode), select the To active disc repeat, select the disc feature, when activated, plays the
track repeat mode from the menu repeat mode from the menu items. files within a current folder in
items. You will see REPEAT in the You will see D-REPEAT in the random order, rather than in the
display. Select the normal play mode display. Select the normal play mode order they are compressed in MP3
to turn it off. to turn it off. or WMA. To activate folder random
Pressing either side of the skip bar play, select the folder random mode
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also turns off the repeat feature. RANDOM (Random within a from the menu items. You will see
disc) − This feature plays the F-RANDOM in the display. The
In MP3 or WMA mode tracks within a disc (the files in MP3 system will then select and play files
FOLDER REPEAT − This feature, or WMA mode) in random order. To randomly. This continues until you
when activated, replays all the files activate random play, select the disc deactivate folder random play by
on the selected folder in the order random play from the menu items. selecting the normal play mode, or
they are compressed in MP3 or You will see RANDOM in the display. you select a different folder with the
WMA. To activate folder repeat Select the normal play mode to FOLDER bar (CATEGORY bar on
mode, select the folder repeat mode return to normal play. models with XM satellite radio).
from the menu items. You will see
F-REPEAT in the display. The
system continuously replays the
current folder. Select the normal
play mode to turn it off. Selecting a
different folder with the FOLDER
bar (CATEGORY bar on models
with XM satellite radio) also turns
off the repeat feature. CONTINUED
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SCAN − The SCAN function In MP3 or WMA mode Pressing either side of the skip bar,
samples all the tracks on the disc in F-SCAN − This feature, when or selecting a different disc (using
the order they are recorded on the activated, samples the first file in the preset buttons) or folder (using
disc (all files in the selected folder in each folder on the disc in the order the FOLDER or CATEGORY bar)
MP3 or WMA mode). To activate the they are recorded. To activate the turns off the SCAN or F-SCAN
scan feature, press and release the folder scan feature, press and feature.
SCAN button. You will see SCAN in release the SCAN button repeatedly.
the display. You will get a 10 second You will see F-SCAN in the display.
sampling of each track/file in the The system will then play the first
disc/folder. Press and hold the file in the main folders for about 10
SCAN button to get out of scan seconds. If you do nothing, the
mode and play the last track sampled. system will then play the following
first files for 10 seconds each. When
You can also select the scan feature it plays a file that you want to
from the menu items with the continue listening to, press and hold
selector knob (see page 168 ). the SCAN button.
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D-SCAN − This feature, when When the first track in the last disc, To Stop Playing a Disc
activated, samples the first track in or the first file in the last main folder Press the eject button ( ) to
each disc in order (the first file in in the last disc begins to play, the remove the disc. If you eject the disc,
the main folder on each disc in MP3 disc scan mode will be canceled. but do not remove it from the slot,
or WMA mode). To activate the disc Pressing either side of the skip bar the system will automatically reload
scan feature, press and release the or selecting a different folder with the disc after 10 seconds. To begin
SCAN button repeatedly until the FOLDER or CATEGORY bar playing, press the CD (CD/AUX on
D-SCAN shows in the display. The also turns off the scan feature. models with XM satellite radio)
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system will then play the first track/ button.
file in the first main folder in the first Each time you press and release the
disc for about 10 seconds. If you do SCAN button, the mode changes You can also eject the disc when the
nothing, the system will then play from scan, disc scan, then to normal ignition switch is off.
the following first tracks/files for 10 playing.
seconds each. When it plays a track/ To play the radio when a disc is
file that you want to continue In MP3 or WMA mode playing, press the AM or FM button.
listening to, press and hold the Each time you press and release the Press the CD (CD/AUX on models
SCAN button again. SCAN button, the mode changes with XM satellite radio) button again
from file scan, folder scan, disc scan, to switch back to the disc changer.
then to normal playing.
CONTINUED
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If you turn the system off while a Removing Discs from the In-dash Protecting Discs
disc is playing, either with the Disc Changer For information on how to handle
power/volume knob or by turning To remove the disc currently in play, and protect compact discs, see page
off the ignition switch, the disc will press the eject button. When a disc is 206 .
stay in the drive. When you turn the removed from a slot, the system
system back on, the disc will begin automatically begins the load
playing where it left off. sequence so you can load another
disc in that position. If you do not
remove the disc from the changer
within 10 seconds, the disc will
reload into the slot. Then the system
returns to the previous mode (AM,
FM, or XM).
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deformation. If there is no damage, PLEASE CHECK Check the disc for serious damage, signs of
insert the disc again. OWNER’S Mechanical Error deformation, excessive scratches, and/or dirt
For the additional information on MANUAL PUSH (see page 207 ). Insert the disc again. If the
damaged discs, see page 207 . EJECT code does not disappear, or the disc(s) cannot
BAD DISC be removed, consult your dealer. Do not try to
The audio system will try to play the PLEASE CHECK Servo Error force the disc out of the player.
disc. If there is still a problem, the OWNER’S
error message will reappear. Press MANUAL
the eject button, and pull out the disc.
Insert a different disc. If the new
disc plays, there is a problem with
the first disc. If the error message
cycle repeats and you cannot clear it,
take your vehicle to a dealer.
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SELECTOR
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NAVIGATION SCREEN
Features
POWER/VOLUME KNOB
CENTER DISPLAY
FM/AM BUTTON
SOUND BUTTON
AUDIO BUTTON
INTERFACE DIAL
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To Play the FM/AM Radio the FM/AM button. You can also
change bands by pushing the
interface selector up. Each time you
STEREO ICON BAND push it up, the band will change to
FM1, FM2, or AM. On the FM bands,
STEREO will be shown on the
navigation screen and ST on the
center display, if the station is
broadcasting in stereo. Stereo
reproduction on AM is not available.
The ignition switch must be in the To Select a Station TUNE − Use the TUNE bar to tune
ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) You can use any of five methods to the radio to a desired frequency.
position. Press the AUDIO button to find radio stations on the selected Press the right side of the bar to
view the audio control display. Turn band: tune, skip (seek), scan, the tune to a higher frequency, or the
the system on by pressing the preset buttons, and auto select. left side to tune to a lower frequency.
power/volume knob or the FM/AM On the FM band, you can also use To tune with the interface dial, push
button. Adjust the volume by turning the features provided by the radio the selector down, and turn the knob
the power/volume knob. data system (RDS). For more to TUNE icon. Then press ENTER
information on the RDS, see page on the selector, and turn the knob to
The band and frequency that the 179 . the desired frequency. To exit the
radio was last tuned to are shown on TUNE mode, press ENTER on the
the display. To change bands, press selector.
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SKIP (SEEK) − The skip (seek) The system will scan for a station
function searches up and down from SCAN ICON with a strong signal. When it finds
the current frequency to find a one, it will stop and play that station
station with a strong signal. To for about 10 seconds. If you do
activate it, press either side ( or nothing, the system will then scan
) of the skip bar, then release it. for the next strong station and play it
You can also activate the skip for 10 seconds. When it plays a
function (SEEK is displayed on the station that you want to listen to,
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screen) by pushing the interface press the scan side of the bar again,
selector to the right or left. or push the interface selector to the
right again.
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2. Use the tune, skip (seek), scan, or To turn off auto select, press ENTER
RDS function to tune the radio to a on the interface selector.
desired station. A.SEL INDICATOR
You can also press the A.SEL side of
3. Press the preset button, and hold the SCAN/A.SEL bar. You will see
it until you hear a beep. You can A.SEL on the screen, and the system
also store frequencies with the goes into scan mode for several
interface dial. Select the preset seconds. The system stores the
icon you want to store the frequencies of six AM and twelve
frequency on, then press ENTER FM stations in the preset buttons.
on the interface selector, and hold PRESET ICON
it for more than 2 seconds. A.SEL ICON You will see ‘‘0’’ displayed if auto
select cannot find a strong station for
4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store a AUTO SELECT − If you are every preset button.
total of six stations on AM and traveling far from home and can no If you do not like the stations auto
twelve stations on FM. longer receive your preset stations, select has stored, you can store
you can use the auto select feature to other frequencies on the preset
find stations in the local area. buttons (icons) as previously
described.
Push the interface selector down to
scroll down the screen, highlight
A.SEL, then press ENTER on the
interface selector. You will see
A.SEL on the screen, and the system
goes into scan mode for several
seconds.
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To turn off auto select, press the Radio Data System (RDS)
A. SEL side of the bar. This restores On the FM band, you can select a
the presets you originally set. favorite station and display the
program service name according to
For information on FM/AM radio the information provided by the
frequencies and reception, see page radio data system (RDS).
209 .
Program Service (PS) Name Display
Features
The program service name display
function shows the name of the
station you are listening to. With the PS ON MESSAGE
audio system on and the FM band
selected, you can turn this function
on or off. To switch the function between on
and off, press and release the TITLE
button. With the system on, you will
see the ‘‘PS ON’’ message on the
center display. If the station you are
listening to is an RDS station, the
displayed frequency switches to the
station name.
CONTINUED
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If the station you are listening to is Radio Data System (RDS) Category ROCK: Rock, classic rock and soft
not an RDS station, the audio screen rock music
and the center display continue to COUNTRY: Country music
show the frequency with the PS SOFT: Adult hits and soft music
name display function on. TOP 40: Top 40 of hits
OLDIES: Nostalgia music and oldies
When you turn off this function by R & B: Rhythm and blues, and soft
pressing the TITLE button, the rhythm and blues
center display shows ‘‘PS OFF.’’ RELIGION: Religion music and
religion talk
CLASSIC: Classical music
RDS SEARCH ICON JAZZ: Jazz
INFO: News, information, sport, talk,
foreign language, personality, public,
On the FM band selected, you can college, and weather
select the program type provided by TRAFFIC: Traffic information
the RDS. Press the AUDIO button to
display the radio information on the
screen. Push down the selector on
the interface dial, then turn the knob
to select RDS SEARCH icon. Press
ENTER to set your selection. The
principal RDS categories are shown
as follows;
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( or ) of the SKIP bar. You
will also see the selected RDS
RDS CATEGORY RDS CATEGORY category name blinking in the center
display while searching it. When the
system finds a station, the selected
Turn the selector to select an RDS You can also select an RDS category RDS category name will be displayed
category. You can use search or scan with the CATEGORY bar. Press again for about 5 seconds in the
function to find radio stations on the either side (▲ or ▼) of the center display.
selected RDS category by pressing CATEGORY bar to display an RDS
the selector to the right repeatedly. category in the center display. Select If the system does not find a station,
Press ENTER to set your selection. a category by pressing either side of ‘‘NOTHING’’ will be blinking for
If you do nothing while the RDS the bar. about 5 seconds, then the system
category is selected, the selected goes back to the last selected station.
category is cancelled.
CONTINUED
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SEEK/SCAN ICON
Turn the knob to the desired RDS RDS Program SCAN
category. The scan function samples all
stations with strong signals on the
While the RDS category is selected, selected RDS category. To activate it,
push the selector knob to the right to press and release the SCAN side of
select the SEEK/SCAN icon the SCAN/A.SEL bar. You will see
displayed on the upper right of the SCAN in the center display. The
screen. Press and release the system will scan for a station with a
selector knob to the right repeatedly strong signal in the selected RDS
to switch the icon between SEEK category. You will also see the
RDS CATEGORY LIST and SCAN. Select SEEK, then press selected RDS category name
SEEK is selected. ENTER to activate the search blinking in the center display while
function. searching it. When the system finds
To activate RDS program search one, it will stop and play that station
with the interface dial, push the for about 10 seconds.
AUDIO button to display the FM
radio information on the screen.
Push the selector down, and turn the
knob to select RDS SEARCH icon.
Press ENTER on the selector. The
screen shows you the RDS category
list.
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If you do nothing, the system will Turn the knob to the desired RDS
scan for the next strong station and SEEK/SCAN ICON category.
play it for 10 seconds. When it plays
a station that you want to listen to, While the RDS category is selected,
press the SCAN side of the SCAN/ push the selector knob to the right to
A.SEL bar again. select the SEEK/SCAN icon
displayed on the upper right of the
If the system does not find a station, screen. Press and release the
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‘‘NOTHING’’ will be blinking for selector knob to the right repeatedly
about 5 seconds, then the system to switch the icon between SEEK
goes back to the last selected station. RDS CATEGORY LIST and SCAN. Select SCAN, then press
SCAN is selected. ENTER to activate the scan function.
To activate RDS program scan with You can use the RDS program
the interface dial, push the AUDIO search or scan function even if the
button to display the FM radio PS name display function is off. In
information on the screen. Push the this case, the display shows a
selector down, and turn the knob to frequency in place of a PS name.
select RDS SEARCH icon. Press
ENTER on the selector. The screen
shows you the RDS category list.
CONTINUED
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These adjustments can be made by
the SOUND button or the interface SOUND ICON
dial.
To adjust them, press the AUDIO You can also adjust the sound by
button, push the interface selector pushing the SOUND button
down, and turn the interface knob to repeatedly. Each mode is shown in
SOUND. Then press ENTER on the the center display as it changes.
selector. Turn the power/volume knob to
adjust the setting to your liking.
Select the mode you want to adjust When the level reaches the center,
by turning the interface dial. you will see ‘‘C’’ in the display.
The system will return to the audio
playing mode in the center display
about 10 seconds after you stop
adjusting a mode.
CONTINUED
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XM RADIO BUTTON
TITLE BUTTON POWER/VOLUME KNOB
PRESET BUTTONS
CATEGORY BAR SKIP BAR
SCAN/A.SEL (SCAN/AUTO
SELECT) BAR
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Your vehicle is capable of receiving Operating the XM Radio Push the AUDIO button to display
XM Satellite Radio anywhere in the XM information on the screen. You
United States, and Canada, except can operate the XM Satellite Radio
Hawaii and Alaska. XM is a system with the interface dial.
registered trade mark of XM
Satellite Radio, Inc.
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MODE − To switch between the On the screen, you will see the CHANNEL LIST − Push down the
category mode and channel mode, selected CHANNEL (number), interface selector to select AUDIO
press and hold the TITLE button CATEGORY, NAME (artist name), MENU, then turn the interface knob
until the mode changes. The and TITLE (music title). to select CHANNEL LIST and press
CATEGORY or CHANNEL mode is ENTER on the selector. Turn the
displayed on the screen. To switch TUNE − Press either side of the interface knob to select a channel,
the mode with the interface dial, TUNE bar to change channel then press ENTER to set your
push down the interface selector to selections. Press the side of the selection.
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select AUDIO MENU, then turn the bar for higher numbered channels
knob to select MODE, and press and the side for lower
ENTER on the selector repeatedly. numbered channels. You can also
change channels with the interface
In the category mode, such as Jazz, selector, push down the interface
Rock, Classical, etc., you can selector to select AUDIO MENU,
navigate through all of the channels then turn the interface knob to
within that category. In the channel choose TUNE and press ENTER on
mode, you can select all of the the selector. Turn the interface knob
available channels. to the appropriate direction. In the
category mode, you can only select
Each time you press and release the channels within that category.
TITLE button, the center display
changes in the following sequence:
NAME (artist name), TITLE (music
title), and CHANNEL NAME
(channel name).
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5. Press the button or scroll XM Radio Display Messages ‘‘NO SIGNAL’’ − The signal is
up again. The other XM band will currently too
be shown. Store the next six ‘‘LOADING’’ − XM is loading the weak. Move the
channels using steps 2 and 3. audio or program vehicle to an area
information. away from tall
Once a channel is stored, press buildings, and
and release the proper preset ‘‘OFF AIR’’ − The channel with an
button to tune to it. currently selected is unobstructed view
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no longer of the southern
broadcasting. horizon.
CONTINUED
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Driving on a road beside a vertical Receiving XM Satellite Radio After you’ve registered with XM
wall, steep cliff, or hill to the south Service Radio, keep your audio system in the
of you. If your XM Radio service has expired Satellite Radio mode while you wait
or you purchased your vehicle from for activation. This should take about
Driving on the lower level of a a previous owner, you can listen to a 30 minutes.
multi-tiered road. sampling of the broadcasts available
on XM Satellite Radio. With the While waiting for activation, make
Driving on a single lane road ignition switch in the ACCESSORY sure your vehicle remains in an open
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alongside dense trees taller than (I) or the ON (II) position, press the area with good reception. Once your
50 ft. (15 m) to the south of you. button. A variety of music audio system is activated, CAT
types and styles will play. (category) or CH (channel) will
There may be other geographic appear in the center display, and
situations that could affect XM radio If you decide to purchase XM you’ll be able to listen to XM Radio
reception. satellite radio service, contact XM broadcasts. XM Radio will continue
Radio at www.xmradio.com, or at to send an activation signal to your
As required by the FCC: 1-800-852-9696. In Canada, contact vehicle for at least 12 hours from the
Changes or modifications not expressly www.xmradio.ca, or call 1-877-438- activation request. If the service has
approved by the party responsible for 9677. You will need to give them not been activated after 36 hours,
compliance could void the user’s your radio I.D. number and your contact XM Radio.
authority to operate the equipment. credit card number. To get your
radio I.D. number, press and release
the side of the TUNE bar until
‘‘0’’ appears in the display. Your I.D.
will appear in the display.
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NAVIGATION SCREEN
CENTER DISPLAY
POWER/VOLUME KNOB
TITLE BUTTON CD BUTTON
PRESET BUTTONS
SKIP BAR
SCAN/A.SEL (SCAN/AUTO
SELECT) BAR
DISC SLOT
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Your vehicle’s audio system has an The disc packages or jackets should NOTE:
in-dash disc changer with the same have one of these marks. If a file on an MP3 or WMA disc is
controls used for the radio. To protected by digital rights
operate the disc changer, the ignition management (DRM), the audio
switch must be in the ACCESSORY system displays UNSUPPORTED in
(I) or the ON (II) position. the center display, and then skips to
the next file.
The disc changer can play these disc
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formats: Video CDs and DVD discs will not
CD (CD-DA) work in this unit.
MP3/WMA
Some CD-DA and CD-ROM mixed
discs are not playable.
The changer can also play MP3 or Do not use discs with adhesive labels.
WMA format (see page 201 ). The label can curl up and cause the
disc to jam in the unit.
When playing a disc in MP3, you will
see ‘‘MP3’’ in the display. In WMA
format, ‘‘WMA’’ will appear in the
display.
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Loading Discs in the Changer 4. Repeat this until all six positions Do not try to insert a disc until
To load multiple discs in one are loaded. If you are not loading ‘‘LOAD’’ appears. You could damage
operation: all six positions, the system will the audio unit.
then begin playing the last disc
1. With the ignition in the loaded. You can select the position to load a
ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) disc. Turn the interface knob or
position, press and hold the LOAD If you stop loading discs before all press a preset button to select the
button until you hear a beep and six positions are filled, the system position, then press ENTER on the
see ‘‘LOAD’’ in the center display, will wait for 10 seconds, stop the load selector. This starts the loading
then release the button. operation, and begin playing the last sequence. If you do not select the
disc loaded. position, the system loads the disc to
2. Insert a disc into the slot. Insert it the first empty position in numerical
only about halfway; the drive will To load a single disc: order.
pull it in the rest of the way. You 1. Press and release the LOAD
will see ‘‘BUSY’’ in the center button. If you press the LOAD button while
display. When you insert the first a disc is playing, the system will stop
disc, the changer will start to play 2. ‘‘NO DISC’’ is shown on the screen playing that disc and start the
the disc. for an empty position in the loading sequence. It will then play
changer. When the green load the disc just loaded.
3. When ‘‘LOAD’’ appears in the indicator comes on and you see
center display again, insert the ‘‘LOAD’’ in the center display,
next disc into the slot. insert the disc into the slot. Insert
Do not try to insert a disc until it only about halfway; the drive will
‘‘LOAD’’ appears. You could pull it in the rest of the way.
damage the audio unit.
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To Play a Disc The player can play CD-TEXT, MP3, To Change Tracks
and WMA formats. Each time you press and release the
side of the skip bar or push the
When you play CD-TEXT, you will interface selector to the right, the
see the track name, artist name, and player skips forward to the
album name on the screen. When beginning of the next track. Press
you play MP3/WMA discs, you will and release the side of the skip
see the track name and folder name bar or push the interface selector to
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on the screen. If the disc was not the left to skip backward to the
recorded with this information, it will beginning of the current track. Press
not be displayed. the side or push the interface
selector to the left again to skip to
CURRENT DISC the previous track. To move rapidly
within a track, press and hold either
Select the changer by pressing the side of the skip bar.
CD button. The system will begin
playing the last selected disc in the
disc changer. You will see the
current disc position highlighted.
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To Choose a Track To exit the track list display, press Disc Scan
the AUDIO button, or push the When you press the SCAN side of
interface selector to the left. the SCAN/A. SEL bar repeatedly
until you see D-SCAN in the center
Track Scan display, or push down the interface
When you press the SCAN side of selector to the right, the first track of
the SCAN/A. SEL bar or scroll down the current disc plays for about 10
and push the interface selector to seconds. You will see SCAN next to
the left, the next track of the current DISC on the screen. The disc
track plays for about 10 seconds. number is blinking and SCAN is also
You will see SCAN next to TRACK shown in the center display. To listen
on the screen and center display. To to the rest of the disc, press and hold
listen to the rest of the track, press the SCAN side of the bar until you
and hold the SCAN side of the bar hear a beep, or push down the
You can also choose a track directly until you hear a beep or push the interface selector to the right again
from a track list. Press ENTER on interface selector to the left again within 10 seconds.
the interface selector, and the track within 10 seconds.
list screen will be shown. If there are If you don’t, the system advances to
no track names, track numbers are If you don’t, the system advances to the next disc, plays about 10 seconds
displayed. You will see the current the next track, plays about 10 of its first track, and continues
track is highlighted. Turn the seconds of it, and continues through through the rest of the discs the
interface knob to select the desired the rest of the tracks the same way. same way. When the system reaches
track, then press ENTER on the the last disc, DISC SCAN is canceled,
interface selector. and that disc continues to play.
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REPEAT (if not already highlighted),
and press ENTER on the interface
selector again.
Push down the selector. AUDIO MENU SCREEN
You can select any type of repeat and Turn the interface knob to select a
random modes by using the desired repeat or random mode, then
interface dial. press ENTER to set your selection.
Push the AUDIO button to display
the audio information on the screen, To cancel the selected repeat or
then scroll down by pushing down random mode, have the selected
the selector to select the audio menu. mode highlighted, then press
ENTER on the interface selector.
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Playing an MP3/WMA Disc The specifications of the compatible Changing the Folders
The changer plays MP3/WMA files WMA file are: While playing an MP3/WMA disc,
in recorded order. Each disc can Sampling frequency: 22.05/32/44.1/ you can select a folder within the
hold up to 400 playable files within 8 48 kHz disc by pressing either side of the
folder layers. When playing MP3 Bit rate: 32/40/48/64/80/96/128/ category bar. Each time you press
discs, a disc can support a maximum 160/192 kbps either side of the bar, the folder title
number of 100 folders, and each Compatible with variable bit rate and and its first file’s information appear
folder can hold 255 playable files. multi-session in the center display in recorded
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Maximum layers order.
The specifications of the compatible (including ROOT): 8 layers
MP3 file are:
Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 kHz To play an MP3/WMA disc, use the
(MPEG1) disc controls previously described,
16/22.05/24 kHz (MPEG2) along with the following information.
Bit rate: 32/40/48/56/64/80/96/
112/128/160/192/224/256/320 kbps
(MPEG1)
8/16/24/32/40/48/56/64/80/96/
112/128/160 kbps (MPEG2)
Compatible with variable bit rate and
multi-session
Maximum layers
(including ROOT): 8 layers
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CURRENT TRACK
Using the interface selector, you can Push the selector to show the folder You can see the list of all the files in
see the list of all the files and folders list. Turn the selector knob, the selected folder. Turn the selector
within a disc. While playing a MP3/ highlight the folder you want to see knob, then press ENTER to set your
WMA disc, press the AUDIO button. the information within, and press selection.
The currently playing folder and file ENTER.
information comes on the screen. If the main folder has some
additional folders in the lower layer,
you can also see each lower folder
listed on the screen.
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screen. To turn this feature off, next to FOLDER on the screen. To
To listen to the rest of the folder, highlight FOLDER REPEAT (if not turn this feature off, highlight
press and hold the SCAN side of the already highlighted), and press FOLDER RANDOM (if not already
bar until you hear a beep. If you do ENTER on the interface selector highlighted), and press ENTER on
not, the system advances to the next again. the interface selector again.
folder, plays 10 seconds of it, and
continues throughout the rest of the To select any type of the repeat To select any type of the random
folder in the same way. When the modes, use the interface dial. For modes, use the interface dial. For
system samples the first file of all more information, see page 199 . more information, see page 199 .
folders, folder scan is canceled, and
the last file played continues to play.
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Removing Discs from the To remove a different disc from the You can also eject discs when the
Changer changer, first select it by pressing ignition switch is off:
To remove the disc that is currently the corresponding number on the To eject one disc, press and release
playing, press the eject button. You preset button or turning the the eject button.
will see ‘‘EJECT’’ in the center interface knob, and pressing ENTER To eject all discs, press and hold the
display. When you remove the disc on the interface selector. When that eject button until you hear a beep.
from the slot, the system disc begins playing, press the eject
automatically enters the previous button.
mode AM, FM1, FM2, or XM
Satellite Radio. The system also When you press the eject button
begins the load sequence so you can while listening to the radio, or with
load another disc. If you do not load the audio system turned off, the disc
another disc, the load sequence is that was last selected is ejected.
canceled, and the system continues After that disc is ejected, pressing
playing in the previous mode. the eject button again will eject the
next disc in numerical order. By
If you do not remove the disc from doing this six times, you can remove
the slot, the system will reload the all the discs from the changer.
disc after 10 seconds. To begin
playing the disc, press the CD button.
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deformation. If there is no damage, PLEASE CHECK Check the disc for serious damage, signs of
insert the disc again. OWNER’S Mechanical Error deformation, excessive scratches, and/or dirt
For the additional information on MANUAL PUSH (see page 207 ). Insert the disc again. If the
damaged discs, see page 207 . EJECT code does not disappear, or the disc(s) cannot
BAD DISC be removed, consult your dealer. Do not try to
The audio system will try to play the PLEASE CHECK Servo Error force the disc out of the player.
disc. If there is still a problem, the OWNER’S
error message will reappear. Press MANUAL
the eject button, and pull out the disc.
Insert a different disc. If the new
disc plays, there is a problem with
the first disc. If the error message
cycle repeats and you cannot clear it,
take your vehicle to a dealer.
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Examples of these discs are shown Bubbled/ With Label/ Using Printer Sealed With Plastic
to the right: Wrinkled Sticker Label Kit Ring
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4. Small, irregular shaped discs 5. Discs with scratches, dirty discs Recommended discs are printed
with the following logo.
3-inch (8-cm) CD Triangle Shape Audio unit may not play the
Fingerprints, scratches, etc. following formats.
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as you get farther away from its
Radio stations on the AM band are transmitter. If you are listening to an
assigned frequencies at least 10 kHz AM station, you will notice the sound
apart (530, 540, 550). Stations on the volume becoming weaker, and the
FM band are assigned frequencies at station drifting in and out. If you are
least 0.2 MHz apart (87.9, 88.1, 88.3). listening to an FM station, you will Driving very near the transmitter of
see the stereo indicator flickering off a station that is broadcasting on a
Stations must use these exact and on as the signal weakens. frequency close to the frequency of
frequencies. It is fairly common for Eventually, the stereo indicator will the station you are listening to can
stations to round-off the frequency in go off and the sound will fade also affect your radio’s reception.
their advertising, so your radio could completely as you get out of range of You may temporarily hear both
display a frequency of 100.9 even the station’s signal. stations, or hear only the station you
though the announcer may identify are close to.
the station as ‘‘FM101.’’
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MODE BUTTON The VOL button adjusts the volume If you are playing a disc, the system
up (▲) or down (▼). Press the top skips to the beginning of the next
or bottom of the button, hold it until track (file in MP3 or WMA format)
the desired volume is reached, then each time you press the top (+) of
release it. the CH button. Press the bottom
(−) to return to the beginning of the
The MODE button changes the current track/file. Press it twice to
mode. Pressing the button return to the previous track/file.
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repeatedly selects FM1, FM2, AM,
or disc (if a disc(s) is loaded). On You will see the track/file number
models with satellite radio system, and the elapsed time. If the disc has
VOL BUTTON CH BUTTON you can also select XM1 and XM2. text data or is compressed in MP3 or
WMA, you can also see any other
Three controls for the audio system If you are listening to the radio, use information (track title, file name,
are mounted in the steering wheel the CH button to change stations. folder name, etc.).
hub. These let you control basic Each time you press the top (+) of
functions without removing your the button, the system goes to the
hand from the wheel. next preset station on the band you
are listening to. Press the bottom
(−) to go back to the previous
station. If you press and hold the CH
button (+) or (−), the system goes
into the skip (seek) mode. It finds a
station with a strong signal.
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Except LX and LX-P If your vehicle’s battery is discon- The system will retain your AM and
Your vehicle’s audio system may nected or goes dead, or the radio FM presets even if power is
disable itself if it is disconnected fuse is removed, the audio system disconnected.
from electrical power for any reason. will disable itself. If this happens,
To make it work again, you must you will see ‘‘ENTER CODE’’ in the
enter a specific five-digit code with frequency display (on the screen on
the preset buttons. Because there models with navigation system) the
are hundreds of number next time you turn on the system.
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combinations possible from the five Use the preset buttons to enter the
digits, making the system work five-digit code. The code is on the
without knowing the exact code is radio code card included in your
nearly impossible. owner’s manual kit. When it is
entered correctly, the radio will start
You should have received a radio playing.
code card that lists your audio
system’s code and serial numbers. It If you make a mistake entering the
is best to store this card in a safe code, do not start over; complete the
place at home. In addition, you five-digit sequence, then enter the
should write the audio system’s correct code. You have 10 tries to
serial number in this owner’s manual. enter the correct code. If you are
unsuccessful in 10 attempts, you
If you lose the card, you must obtain must then leave the system on for 1
the code number from your dealer. hour before trying again.
To do this, you will need the audio
system’s serial number.
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To adjust the clock setting:
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5. Turn the selector knob to change 7. To set the time, turn the selector
the setting between 12H and 24H. knob and select the hours or the
minutes, then press the knob to
6. Press the selector knob to enter enter your selection. The display
your selection. The display will changes to the setting display.
return to the clock adjusting 10. To enter the clock setting, turn
display. 8. Turn the selector knob up or down the selector knob to select ‘‘SET,’’
to count the numbers up or down. then press the knob. The display
will return to the menu item
9. Press the selector knob to enter display.
your selection. The display will
return to the clock adjusting 11. Press either of the RETURN or
display. MENU button to go back to the
normal display.
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Except LX SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR With the system set, you can still
The security system helps to protect open the trunk with the remote
your vehicle and valuables from theft. transmitter without triggering the
The horn sounds and a combination alarm. The alarm will sound if the
of headlights, parking lights, side trunk lock is forced, or the trunk is
marker lights and taillights flashes if opened with the trunk release lever
someone attempts to break into your or the emergency trunk opener.
vehicle or remove the audio unit.
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This alarm continues for two The security system will not set if
minutes, then the system resets. To the hood, trunk, or any door is not
reset an alarming system before the fully closed. If the system will not set,
two minutes have elapsed, unlock check the door and trunk open
the driver’s door with the key or the monitor on the instrument panel (see
remote transmitter. Once the security system is set, page 60 ) to see if the doors and
opening any door (without using the trunk are fully closed. Since it is not
The security system automatically key or the remote transmitter), the part of the monitor display, manually
sets 15 seconds after you lock the hood, or the trunk will cause the check the hood.
doors, hood, and trunk. For the system to alarm. It also alarms if the
system to activate, you must lock the audio unit is removed from the
doors from the outside with the key, dashboard or the wiring is cut.
driver’s lock tab, door lock master
switch, or remote transmitter. The
security system indicator on the
instrument panel starts blinking
immediately to show you the system
is setting itself. CONTINUED
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objects that can cause a magnetic
disturbance. It can also be affected
by accessories such as antennas and
roof racks that are mounted by COMPASS COMPASS SETTING MENU ITEMS
magnets.
When you turn the ignition switch to The compass may need to be 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON
the ON (II) position, the compass is manually calibrated after exposure to (II) position.
self-calibrating, then the compass a strong magnetic field. If the
display is shown in the display. compass seems to be continually 2. Press and hold the MENU button
showing the wrong direction and is for about 5 seconds until you hear
not self-calibrating, or the compass a beep. The display shows you the
display is blinking with the CAL compass setting menu items.
indicator on, do the following.
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1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position.
ZONE NUMBER
2. Press and hold the MENU button
for about 5 seconds until you hear
a beep. The display shows you the 4. Find the zone for your area on the 5. Once the correct zone is displayed,
compass setting menu items. map (see page 222 ). If the correct press the selector knob. The
zone is not shown, turn the display then returns to normal.
3. Turn the selector knob to select selector knob to cycle the zone
‘‘ZONE.’’ Press the selector knob lists up or down.
to enter your selection. The
display shows you the currently If necessary, press the RETURN
selected zone number. button to return to the previous
display. Pressing the MENU
button will cancel the compass
setting mode.
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Cruise control allows you to maintain Using the Cruise Control 3. Press and release the SET/
a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) DECEL button on the steering
without keeping your foot on the CRUISE BUTTON wheel. The CRUISE CONTROL
accelerator pedal. It should be used RES/ indicator on the instrument panel
ACCEL
for cruising on straight, open BUTTON comes on to show the system is
highways. It is not recommended for now activated.
city driving, winding roads, slippery
roads, heavy rain, or bad weather.
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Improper use of the cruise CANCEL BUTTON SET/DECEL
control can lead to a crash. BUTTON
Use the cruise control only 1. Push in the CRUISE button on the
when traveling on open steering wheel. The CRUISE
highways in good weather. MAIN indicator on the instrument
panel comes on.
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Cruise control may not hold the set Changing the Set Speed You can decrease the set cruising
speed when you are going up and You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways:
down hills. If your speed increases speed in any of these ways:
going down a hill, use the brakes to NOTE: If you need to decrease your
slow down to the desired speed. This Press and hold the RES/ACCEL speed quickly, use the brakes as you
will cancel cruise control. To resume button. When you reach the normally would.
the set speed, press the RES/ desired cruising speed, release the
ACCEL button. The CRUISE button. Press and hold the SET/DECEL
CONTROL indicator on the button. Release the button when
instrument panel comes on. Push on the accelerator pedal. you reach the desired speed.
Accelerate to the desired cruising
When climbing a steep hill, the speed, then press the SET/ To slow down in very small
automatic transmission may DECEL button. amounts, tap the SET/DECEL
downshift to hold the set speed. button repeatedly. Each time you
To increase the speed in very do this, your vehicle will slow
small amounts, tap the RES/ down about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
ACCEL button. Each time you do
this, your vehicle will speed up Tap the brake or clutch pedal
about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). lightly with your foot. The
CRUISE CONTROL indicator on
the instrument panel will go out.
When the vehicle slows to the
desired speed, press the SET/
DECEL button.
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Even with the cruise control turned Canceling Cruise Control Resuming the Set Speed
on, you can still use the accelerator You can cancel cruise control in any When you push the CANCEL button,
pedal to speed up for passing. After of these ways: or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the
completing the pass, take your foot system will remember the previously
off the accelerator pedal. The vehicle Tap the brake or clutch pedal. set cruising speed. To return to that
will return to the set cruising speed. speed, accelerate to above 25 mph
Push the CANCEL button on the (40 km/h), and then press and
Resting your foot on the brake or steering wheel. release the RES/ACCEL button. The
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clutch pedal causes the cruise CRUISE CONTROL indicator comes
control to cancel. Push the CRUISE button on the on. The vehicle will accelerate to the
steering wheel. same cruising speed as before.
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buttons on the HomeLink HomeLink button, press and
transceiver for about 10−20 seconds, release the remote transmitter
until the red indicator flashes. button every 2 seconds.
Release the buttons, then proceed to
step 1. If the red indicator in HomeLink
2. Press and hold the remote begins to flash slowly at first,
If you are training the second or transmitter button and one of the then rapidly, release both
third buttons, go directly to step 1. HomeLink buttons at the same buttons, and go to step 4.
time.
1. Hold the end of the garage door If the red indicator in HomeLink
opener remote transmitter 1 to 3 If the red indicator in HomeLink continues to flash slowly (does
inches from HomeLink. Make begins to flash slowly at first, not begin to flash rapidly),
sure you are not blocking your then rapidly, release both repeat steps 1 thru 3.
view of the red indicator in buttons, and go to step 4.
HomeLink.
If the red indicator in HomeLink
continues to flash slowly (does
not flash rapidly), your remote CONTINUED
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4. Test the HomeLink button by 6. Repeat these steps to train the Training With a Rolling Code
pushing it for about 1 second. other two HomeLink buttons to System
operate any other compatible For security purposes, newer garage
If the button works, remotely controlled devices door opening systems use a ‘‘rolling’’
programming is complete. around your home (lighting, or variable code. Information from
automatic gate, security system, the remote control and the garage
If the button does not work go etc.). door opener is needed before
to step 5. HomeLink can operate the garage
door opener.
5. Push and hold the HomeLink
button for a few seconds, then The ‘‘Training HomeLink’’
watch the red indicator on procedure trains HomeLink to the
HomeLink. proper garage door opener code.
The following procedure
If the indicator stays on, press synchronizes HomeLink to the
the HomeLink button again; the garage door opener so it sends and
remotely controlled device receives the correct codes.
should operate.
1. Make sure you have properly
If the indicator flashes rapidly completed the ‘‘Training
for 2 seconds then stays on, you HomeLink’’ procedure.
have a rolling code transmitter:
go to ‘‘Training with a Rolling 2. Find the ‘‘learn’’ button on your
Code System.’’ garage door opener unit. The
location will vary, depending on
the manufacturer.
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before selling the vehicle.
Retraining a Button
If you want to retrain a programmed
button for a new device, you do not
3. Press the training button on the have to erase all button memory.
garage door opener unit until the You can replace the existing memory
indicator next to the button comes code using this procedure:
on. The indicator may blink, or
come on and stay on. You then 1. Press and hold the HomeLink
have approximately 30 seconds to button to be trained until the
complete the following steps. HomeLink indicator begins to
flash slowly.
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system, without the distraction of owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and
handling your cellphone. To use this Bluetooth Wireless Technology any use of such marks by Honda
feature, you need a Bluetooth- Bluetooth is a registered trademark Motor Co., Ltd. is under license.
compatible cellphone with the Hands of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Other trademarks and trade names
Free Profile. For more information, Bluetooth is the wireless technology are those of their respective owners.
and a list of compatible cellphones, that links your phone to the HFL.
visit handsfreelink.honda.com, or call The HFL uses a Class 2 Bluetooth, Incoming/Outgoing Calls
(888) 528-7876. In Canada, visit www. which means the maximum range With a linked phone, the HFL allows
honda.ca, or call (888) 9-HONDA-9. between your phone and vehicle is you to send and receive calls in your
The HFL is available in both English 30 feet (10 meters). vehicle without holding the phone.
and French (Canadian models only).
To change the language, see page To use the HFL, your phone must
256 . have approved Bluetooth capability
along with the Hands Free Profile.
Here are the main features of the This type of phone is available
HFL. Instructions for using the HFL through many phone makers and
begin on page 241 . cellular carriers. You can also find an
approved phone by visiting
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Press and release the button, then Information Display You will also see ‘‘HANDS FREE
wait for a beep before giving a LINK’’ on the center display.
command.
‘‘ ’’ indicator will be displayed on
HFL Back: This button is used to the center display if your phone is
end a call, go back to the previous linked to the Bluetooth compatible
voice control command, and to cell phone.
cancel an operation.
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How to Use the HFL Using Voice Control After pressing the Talk button,
The HFL is operated by the HFL Here are some guidelines for using wait for the beep, then give a voice
Talk and Back buttons on the left voice control: command.
side of the steering wheel. The next
few pages provide instructions for all Adjust the airflow from both the Give a voice command in a clear
basic features of the HFL. dashboard and side vents so they natural speaking voice without
do not blow against the pausing between words or
NOTE: All phones may not microphone on the ceiling. numbers. If the system cannot
operate identically, and some recognize your command because
may cause inconsistent Close the windows and the of the background noise, speak
operation of the HFL. moonroof. louder.
Lower the A/C fan speed during If the HFL does not recognize a
voice recognition operation. command, its response is, ‘‘Pardon.’’
If it doesn’t recognize the
command a second time, its
response is, ‘‘Please repeat.’’ If it
doesn’t recognize the command a
third time, it plays the Help
prompt.
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To hear a list of available options To go back one step in a command When you finish a command
at any time, press the Talk button, process, say, ‘‘Go back,’’ or press sequence, the HFL goes back to
wait for the beep, and say, ‘‘Hands the Back button. its main menu. For example, when
free help.’’ If nothing is said while the HFL is you store the name, ‘‘Eric,’’ the
listening for a command, the HFL HFL response is, ‘‘Eric has been
Many commands can be spoken will time out and stop its voice stored.’’ The next time you press
together. For example, you can recognition. The next time you the Talk button, you will be at the
say, ‘‘Dial 123-456-7891.’’ press the Talk button, the HFL main menu.
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begins listening from the point at
To enter a string of numbers in a which it timed out.
Call or Dial command, you can say
them all at once, or you can To end a command sequence at
separate them in blocks of 3, 4, 7, any time, press and hold the Back
10, and 11. button, or press and release the
Talk button, wait for the beep, and
To skip a voice prompt, press the say, ‘‘Cancel.’’ The next time you
Talk button while the HFL is press the Talk button, the HFL
speaking. The HFL will then begin begins from its main menu.
listening for your next command.
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Setting Up the System 3. Press and release the Talk button. 5. Press and release the Talk button.
The voice of the HFL can be set to After the beep, say ‘‘Male’’ or After the beep, say ‘‘Ring tone’’ or
male or female (U.S. models only). ‘‘Female,’’ depending on the ‘‘Prompt.’’ The HFL response is ‘‘A
Also, the incoming notification can system voice you want. The HFL ring tone will be used’’ or ‘‘An
be set to a ring tone, a prompt, or no response is, ‘‘Male (Female) incoming call prompt will be used.’’
notification. prompts have been selected. If you choose ‘‘Ring tone,’’ you will
Would you like an audible hear a ring tone through the audio
To set up the system, do this: notification of an incoming call?’’ speakers to announce an incoming
1. Press and release the Talk button. call. If you choose ‘‘Prompt,’’ you
After the beep, say ‘‘System.’’ The 4. Press and release the Talk button. will hear this message to
HFL response is, ‘‘System options If you say ‘‘Yes’’ after the beep, the announce an incoming call: ‘‘You
are setup and clear.’’ HFL response is, ‘‘Would you like have an incoming call.’’
the notification to be a ring tone or
2. Press and release the Talk button. prompt?’’ If you say ‘‘No’’ after the 6. The HFL response continues ‘‘A
After the beep, say ‘‘Setup.’’ The beep, the HFL returns to its main security option is available to lock
HFL response is ‘‘Would you like menu. Saying ‘‘No’’ will result in no the HFL system. Each time the
male or female prompts?’’ ring tone or prompt playback vehicle is turned on, a passcode
during an incoming call. The audio would be required to use this
system will still mute, and a system. Would you like this
message will be displayed. security option turned on?’’ If you
say ‘‘Yes,’’ you can set your
passcode. Refer to the setting
procedure in the next column.
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Setting Your Passcode 5. Press and release the Talk button. cycle. If the passcode is set, its
The HFL will accept a numeric, four- After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The response is ‘‘The system is locked.
digit passcode that you can use for HFL response is ‘‘Security is on. What is the four-digit passcode?’’
security purposes. Each time the vehicle is turned on,
the passcode will be required to 2. Press and release the Talk button.
To set your passcode, do this: use the system. The system setup After the beep, say your four-digit
1. Follow the system setup is complete. Returning to the main passcode. For example, say ‘‘1, 2, 3,
procedure as described previously. menu.’’ 4.’’
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2. Press and release the Talk button. 6. Press and release the Talk button. 3. If the passcode is correct, the HFL
After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ If you say ‘‘No.’’ after the beep, the response is ‘‘Main menu.’’ If the
HFL response is ‘‘Security will not passcode is not correct, the HFL
3. The HFL response is ‘‘What is the be used. The system setup is response is ‘‘1,2,3,4 is incorrect.
four-digit number you would like complete.’’ Please try again.’’ Go back to the
to set as your passcode?’’ step 2.
To enter your passcode, do this;
4. Press and release the Talk button. Once a passcode is set, you can lock If you forget your passcode and you
After the beep, say the four-digit the HFL so it only operates after the cannot activate the HFL, consult
passcode you want to use. For passcode is entered. your dealer to cancel the passcode.
example, say ‘‘1, 2, 3, 4.’’ The HFL
response is ‘‘1, 2, 3, 4. Is this 1. The HFL will prompt you for your
correct?’’ passcode each time the ignition
switch is turned to the ON (II)
position and you press the Talk
button. You will only be asked for
the passcode once per ignition
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Pairing Your Phone handsfreelink.honda.com, call the code. It will be requested by the
Your Bluetooth compatible phone Hands Free Link consumer phone.’’
with HandsFree Profile must be support at (888) 528-7876, or call
paired to the HFL before you can your phone retailer. In Canada, 3. Press and release the Talk button.
make and receive hands-free calls. call (888) 9-HONDA-9. After the beep, say the four-digit
To confirm that your phone is During the pairing process, turn code you want to use. For example,
Bluetooth compatible, visit off any previously paired phones say ‘‘1, 2, 3, 4.’’ The HFL response
handsfreelink.honda.com, or call (888) before pairing a new phone. is, ‘‘1, 2, 3, 4. Is this correct?’’
528-7876. In Canada, call (888) 9-
HONDA-9. Your phone retailer 1. With your phone on and the 4. Press and release the Talk button.
should also be able to confirm that ignition in the ACCESSORY (I) or After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The
your phone is Bluetooth compatible. ON (II) position, press and release HFL response is ‘‘HFL is now
the Talk button. After the beep, searching for a Bluetooth phone.
NOTE: say ‘‘Phone setup.’’ The HFL Make sure the phone you are
HFL does not allow you to pair response is ‘‘Phone setup options trying to pair is in discovery mode.’’
your phone if the vehicle is are status, pair, edit, delete, and
moving. list.’’ NOTE: Steps 5 and 6 show a
For pairing, your phone must be in common way to get your phone into
its Discovery mode. 2. Press and release the Talk button. its Discovery mode. If these steps do
Up to six phones can be paired to After the beep, say ‘‘Pair.’’ The not work on your phone, refer to the
the HFL. HFL response is ‘‘The pairing phone’s operating manual.
The following procedure works for process requires operation of your
most phones. If you cannot pair mobile phone. For safety, only
your phone to the HFL with this perform this function while the
procedure, refer to your phone’s vehicle is stopped. State a four-
operating manual, visit digit code for pairing. Note this
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5. Follow the prompts on your phone To rename a paired phone, do this: To delete a paired phone, do this:
to get it into its Discovery mode. 1. Press and release the Talk button. 1. Press and release the Talk button.
The phone will search for the HFL. After the beep, say ‘‘Phone setup.’’ After the beep, say ‘‘Phone setup.’’
When it comes up, select The HFL response is ‘‘Phone The HFL response is, ‘‘Phone
HandsFreeLink from the list of setup options are status, pair, edit, setup options are status, pair, edit,
options displayed on your phone. delete, and list.’’ delete, and list.’’
6. When asked by the phone, enter 2. Press and release the Talk button. 2. Press and release the Talk button.
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the four-digit code from step 3 into After the beep, say ‘‘Edit.’’ The After the beep, say ‘‘Delete.’’ The
your phone. The HFL response is HFL response is ‘‘Which phone HFL response is, ‘‘Which phone
‘‘A new phone has been found. would you like to edit?’’ would you like to delete?’’
What would you like to name this
phone?’’ 3. Press and release the Talk button. 3. Press and release the Talk button.
After the beep, say the name of After the beep, say the name of
7. Press and release the Talk button. the phone you want to rename. the phone you want to delete. For
After the beep, say the name you For example, say ‘‘Eric’s phone.’’ example say ‘‘Eric’s phone.’’ The
want to use. For example, say The HFL response is ‘‘What is the HFL response is ‘‘Would you like
‘‘Eric’s phone.’’ The HFL response new name for Eric’s phone?’’ to delete Eric’s phone?’’
is ‘‘Eric’s phone has been
successfully paired. Returning to 4. Press and release the Talk button.
the main menu.’’ After the beep, say the new name
of the phone. For example, say
8. If you want to pair another phone, ‘‘Lisa’s phone.’’ The HFL response
repeat steps 1 through 7. is, ‘‘The name has been changed.
Returning to the main menu.’’
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4. Press and release the Talk button. phones paired to the system have To change from the currently linked
After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The been read, the HFL response is phone to another paired phone, do this:
HFL response is ‘‘Preparing to ‘‘The entire list has been read. 1. Press and release the Talk button.
delete Eric’s phone. Say OK to Returning to the main menu.’’ After the beep, say ‘‘Next phone.’’
continue, otherwise, say Go back, The HFL response is ‘‘Searching
or Cancel.’’ To find out the status of the phone being for the next phone.’’ The HFL
used, do this: then disconnects the linked phone
5. Press and release the Talk button. 1. Press and release the Talk button. and searches for another paired
If you say ‘‘OK’’ after the beep, the After the beep, say ‘‘Phone setup.’’ phone. If the HFL finds it, an
HFL response is ‘‘The phone has The HFL response is, ‘‘Phone example of the HFL response is,
been deleted. Returning to the setup options are status, pair, edit, ‘‘Paul’s phone is linked.’’ If no
main menu.’’ If you say ‘‘Go back,’’ delete, and list.’’ other phones are found, the first
or ‘‘Cancel,’’ the phone will not be phone remains linked.
deleted. 2. Press and release the Talk button.
After the beep, say ‘‘Status.’’ An
To list all paired phones, do this: example of the HFL response is,
1. Press and release the Talk button. ‘‘Eric’s phone is linked. Battery
After the beep, say ‘‘Phone setup.’’ strength is three bars. Signal
The HFL response is ‘‘Phone strength is five bars, and the
setup options are status, pair, edit, phone is roaming. Returning to the
delete, and list.’’ main menu.’’
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Making a Call 2. Press and release the Talk button. 3. Press and release the Talk button.
You can make calls using any phone After the beep, say the number After the beep, say ‘‘Call’’ or ‘‘Dial.’’
number, or by using a name in the you want to call. For example, say The HFL response is ‘‘Calling’’ or
HFL phonebook. You can also redial ‘‘123 456 7891.’’ The HFL response ‘‘Dialing.’’ Once connected, you
the last number called. During a call, is ‘‘123 456 7891. Say call, dial, or will hear the person you called
the HFL allows you to talk up to 30 continue to add numbers.’’ through the audio speakers. To
minutes after you remove the key change the volume, use the audio
from the ignition switch. Continuing You can also make a call directly system volume knob, or the
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a call without running the engine from the list shown on the steering wheel volume controls.
may discharge and weaken the navigation display.
vehicle’s battery. 4. To end the call, press the Back
button.
To make a call using a phone number,
do this:
1. With your phone on and the
ignition in the ACCESSORY (I) or
ON (II) position, press and release
the Talk button. After the beep,
say ‘‘Call’’ or ‘‘Dial.’’ The HFL
response is, ‘‘What name or
number would you like to call/
dial?’’
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To make a call using a name in the HFL 4. To end the call, press the Back Sending Numbers or Names
phonebook, do this: button. During a Call
1. With your phone on and the The HFL allows you to send
ignition in the ACCESSORY (I) or To redial the last number called by numbers or names during a call. This
ON (II) position, press and release the phone, press and release the is useful when you call a menu-
the Talk button. After the beep, Talk button. After the beep, say driven phone system. You can also
say ‘‘Call’’ or ‘‘Dial.’’ The HFL ‘‘Redial.’’ The HFL response is, program account numbers into the
response is, ‘‘What name or ‘‘Redialing.’’ Once connected, you HFL phonebook for easy retrieval
number would you like to call/ will hear the person you called during menu-driven calls.
dial?’’ through the audio speakers. To
change the volume, use the audio To send a number during a call, do this:
2. Press and release the Talk button. system volume knob, or the steering 1. Press and release the Talk button.
After the beep, say the name you wheel volume controls. After the beep, say ‘‘Send.’’ The
want to call. For example, say HFL response is, ‘‘What name or
‘‘Eric.’’ The HFL response is number would you like to send?’’
‘‘Would you like to call Eric?’’
2. Press and release the Talk button.
3. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say the number
After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The you want to send. For example,
HFL response is ‘‘Calling’’ or say ‘‘1, 2, 3.’’ The HFL response is
‘‘Dialing.’’ Once connected, you ‘‘1, 2, 3. Say send, or continue to
will hear the person you called add numbers.’’
through the audio speakers. To
change the volume, use the audio NOTE: To send a pound (#), say
system volume knob, or the ‘‘pound.’’ To send a star (*), say ‘‘star.’’
steering wheel volume controls.
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3. Press and release the Talk button. Receiving a Call Transferring a Call
After the beep, say ‘‘Send.’’ The If you receive a call when you are not During a call, you can transfer it
dial tones will be sent, and the call on the phone, the HFL interrupts the from the HFL to your phone, or from
will continue. audio system (if it is on), and plays your phone to the HFL.
the incoming call notification, if
To send a name during a call, do this: activated. To answer the call, press To transfer a call from the HFL to your
1. Press and release the Talk button. the Talk button and begin speaking. phone, do this:
After the beep, say ‘‘Send.’’ The If you don’t want to answer the call, Press and release the Talk button.
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HFL response is, ‘‘What name or press the Back button. After the beep, say ‘‘Transfer.’’ The
number would you like to send?’’ audio switches from the HFL to the
If your phone has Call Waiting, and phone.
2. Press and release the Talk button. you receive a call when you are on
After the beep, say the name you the phone, press and release the To transfer a call from your phone to the
want to send. For example, say Talk button to answer it. When you HFL, do this:
‘‘Account number.’’ The HFL do this, the original call is placed on Press and release the Talk button.
response is ‘‘Would you like to hold. To return to the original call, After the beep, say ‘‘Transfer.’’ The
send account number?’’ press the Talk button again. If you audio switches from your phone to
don’t want to answer the new call, the HFL.
3. Press and release the Talk button. disregard it, and continue with your
After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The dial original call. If you want to hang up
tones will be sent, and the call will the original call and answer the new
continue. call, press the Back button.
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Muting a Call Setting up the Phonebook 3. Press and release the Talk button.
During a call, you can mute or The HFL phonebook can store up to After the beep, say the name you
unmute your voice to the person you 50 names with their associated would like to store. For example,
are talking to. numbers. These can be any types of say ‘‘Eric’’ or say ‘‘account number.’’
numbers. For example, you can store The HFL response is ‘‘What is the
To mute your voice, do this: a phone number and use it to make a number for Eric,’’ or ‘‘What is the
1. Press and release the Talk button. call, or you can store an account number for account number?’’
After the beep, say ‘‘Mute.’’ The number and use it during a call to a
HFL response is, ‘‘Mute is active.’’ menu-driven phone system. 4. Press and release the Talk button.
After the beep, say the number.
To unmute your voice, do this: To add a name, do this: For example, say ‘‘123 456 7891.’’
2. Press and release the Talk button. 1. Press and release the Talk button. The HFL response is ‘‘123 456
After the beep, say ‘‘Mute.’’ The After the beep, say ‘‘Phonebook.’’ 7891. Say enter, or continue to add
HFL response is, ‘‘Mute is The HFL response is ‘‘Phonebook numbers.’’
canceled.’’ options are store, edit, delete,
receive contact, and list.’’ 5. Press and release the Talk button.
After the beep, say ‘‘Enter.’’ The
2. Press and release the Talk button. HFL response is ‘‘Eric (or account
After the beep, say ‘‘Store.’’ The number) has been stored.
HFL response is, ‘‘What name Returning to the main menu.’’
would you like to store?’’
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To edit the number of a name, do this: 5. Press and release the Talk button. 4. Press and release the Talk button.
1. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say ‘‘Enter.’’ The After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The
After the beep, say ‘‘Phonebook.’’ HFL response is ‘‘The number has HFL response is, ‘‘The name has
The HFL response is ‘‘Phonebook been changed. Returning to the been deleted. Returning to the
options are store, edit, delete, main menu.’’ main menu.’’
receive contact, and list.’’
To delete a name, do this: To list all names in the phonebook, do
2. Press and release the Talk button. 1. Press and release the Talk button. this:
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After the beep, say ‘‘Edit.’’ The After the beep, say ‘‘Phonebook.’’ 1. Press and release the Talk button.
HFL response is, ‘‘What name The HFL response is ‘‘Phonebook After the beep, say ‘‘Phonebook.’’
would you like to edit?’’ options are store, edit, delete, The HFL response is, ‘‘Phonebook
receive contact, and list.’’ options are store, edit, receive
3. Press and release the Talk button. contact, and list.’’
After the beep, say the name you 2. Press and release the Talk button.
would like to edit. For example, After the beep, say ‘‘Delete.’’ The 2. Press and release the Talk button.
say ‘‘Eric.’’ The HFL response is HFL response is, ‘‘What name After the beep, say ‘‘List.’’ The
‘‘What is the new number for would you like to delete?’’ HFL responds by listing the
Eric?’’ names in the phonebook in the
3. Press and release the Talk button. order which they were stored.
4. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say the name you When the end of the list is
After the beep, say the new would like to delete. For example, reached, the HFL response is,
number for Eric. For example, say say ‘‘Eric.’’ The HFL response is ‘‘The entire list has been read.
‘‘987 654 3219.’’ The HFL response ‘‘Would you like to delete Eric?’’ Returning to the main menu.’’
is, ‘‘987 654 3219. Say enter, or
continue to add numbers.’’
CONTINUED
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To call a name from the phonebook list, 3. Press and release the Talk button. Storing a Phone Number Directly
do this: After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The from Your Phone
1. Press and release the Talk button. HFL response is ‘‘Calling.’’ Once You can store the desired number to
After the beep, say ‘‘Phonebook.’’ connected, you will hear the the HFL phonebook directly from
The HFL response is ‘‘Phonebook person you called through the your cellular phone.
options are store, edit, delete, audio speakers. To change the
receive contact, and list.’’ volume, use the audio system NOTE: Your phone may not have
volume knob, or the steering this capability. Visit handsfreelink.
2. Press and release the Talk button. wheel volume controls. honda.com, or call the Hands Free
After the beep, say ‘‘List.’’ The Link consumer support at (888)
HFL responds by listing the 528-7876, in Canada, call (888) 9-
names in the phonebook. When it HONDA-9. You can see your phone’s
says the name you want to call, for owner’s manual for information.
example, Eric, press the Talk
button, and then say ‘‘Call.’’ The To store a phone number from your
HFL response is, ‘‘Would you like phone:
to call Eric?’’ 1. With your phone on and the
ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II)
position, press and release the
Talk button. After the beep, say
‘‘Phonebook.’’ The HFL response
is, ‘‘Phonebook options are store,
edit, delete, receive contact and
list.’’
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2. Press and release the Talk button. 4. Press and release the Talk button. 6. If you want to continue to store
After the beep, say ‘‘Receive After the beep, say the name you any other numbers, press and
contact.’’ The HFL response is, would like to store. For example, release the Talk button. After the
‘‘The receive process requires say ‘‘Neil at work.’’ The HFL beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The HFL
operation of your Bluetooth device. response is, ‘‘Neil at work will be response is, ‘‘HFL is now waiting
For safety, only perform this stored. Is this correct?’’ to receive a contact from a
function while the vehicle is Bluetooth device.’’
stopped. HFL is now waiting to 5. Press and release the Talk button.
Features
receive a contact from a Bluetooth After the beep, say either ‘‘Yes’’ or 7. Select a desired number from the
device.’’ ‘‘No.’’ If you say ‘‘Yes,’’ the HFL list on your phone, and transmit/
response is, ‘‘Neil at work has send (individual steps will vary for
3. Select a desired number from the been stored. Would you like HFL each type of phone, refer to your
list on your phone, and transmit/ to receive another contact?’’ Go to phone’s owner’s manual) via
send (individual steps will vary for step 6. Bluetooth. The HFL response is
each type of phone, refer to your ‘‘One phone number has been
phone’s owner’s manual) via If you say ‘‘No,’’ the HFL response received for this contact. What
Bluetooth. The HFL response is is ‘‘Returning to the main menu.’’ name would you like to store for
‘‘One phone number has been the mobile number? To discard
received for this contact. What this number, say ‘Discard.’ ’’
name would you like to store for
the mobile number? To discard
this number, say ‘Discard.’ ’’
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PIN Number. This option allows you Search Imported Phonebook: This To import the cellular phonebook
to add, change, or remove a PIN option allows you to search the You can import the phonebook of
number for any phonebook that has phone numbers stored in the HFL. your cellular phone in the HFL. Link
been imported. When you enter keyword for a your phone to the HFL and select
person’s name, such as the first ‘‘Import Cellular Phonebook’’ from
Import Cellular Phonebook: This name or last name, the system will the ‘‘Select an option’’ screen. When
option allows you to store the find the number you want and let the message ‘‘The import was
phonebook of your cellular phone in you make calls. successful.’’ is displayed, push in on
Features
the HFL. When you link your phone the Interface Dial to select ‘‘OK.’’
to the HFL and select this option, the Delete Imported Phonebook: This
system will start importing and option allows you to delete the stored Example
loading the phonebook. phonebook from the HFL. When you
link your phone to the HFL and
select this option, the system will
automatically delete the phonebook
of the linked phone from the HFL
(see page 252 ).
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Features
three category icons, ‘‘ … ’’ is
displayed.
Fax
The following category icons will
appear:
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After selecting a person, the system You can delete the stored
will display a list of the person’s Say or select ‘‘STORE IN phonebook from the HFL.
phone numbers. HandsFreeLink’’ from the ‘‘Select a Link your phone to the HFL and
number to call’’ screen. The screen select ‘‘Delete Imported Phonebook’’
Select the desired number from the shown above will appear. from the ‘‘Select an option’’ screen.
list to make a call. The display will change as shown
Select the desired number from the above.
list to store it in the HFL.
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Select a phonebook from the After you enter the correct PIN To add, change, or remove a PIN
displayed list. If the phonebook you number, or if the phonebook you number from any phonebook
select has a PIN icon, you will need select is not PIN protected, the
the 4-digit PIN number to access the following screen appears.
phonebook. The following screen
will appear.
Features
You can add, change or remove a
PIN number from any phonebook.
Say or select ‘‘Yes’’, and the message Select ‘‘PIN Number’’ from the
‘‘The imported phonebook has been ‘‘Select an Option’’ screen. The
Enter the PIN number to access the deleted.’’ will appear. Select ‘‘OK’’ to display will change as shown above.
phonebook. You cannot access a PIN complete the deletion.
protected phonebook if you do not
use the correct PIN number.
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1. Select the phonebook you wish to 2. Enter the 4-digit PIN number. You 1. Select the phonebook that you
add the PIN number to. The will be asked to re-enter the PIN to wish to change the PIN number
phonebook you select cannot verify. for. The display will change as
already have a PIN icon. The shown above.
display will change as shown
above.
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Features
To clear the system, do this:
1. Press and release the Talk button.
After the beep, say ‘‘System.’’ The
HFL response is, ‘‘System options
are setup and clear.’’
2. Enter your current PIN number. 3. Enter your new 4-digit PIN 2. Press and release the Talk button.
number. You will be asked to re- After the beep, say ‘‘Clear.’’ The
enter the PIN to verify. HFL response is, ‘‘This process
will clear all paired phones, clear
all entries in the phonebook, clear
the passcode, and restore the
defaults in the system setup. Is
this what you would like to do?’’
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3. Press and release the Talk button. Changing Language 3. Press and release the Talk button.
After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The Canadian models only After the beep, say ‘‘Oui’’ or ‘‘Yes.’’
HFL response is ‘‘Preparing to To change from English to French, do If there are no paired phones
clear all paired phones, all this: without French name tags, the
phonebook entries, the passcode, 1. Press and release the Talk button. HFL response is ‘‘Venillez
and restore the defaults in the After the beep, say ‘‘Change attendre que le systeme change de
system setup. Say OK to proceed, language.’’ The HFL response is langue. Please wait while the
otherwise say go back or cancel.’’ ‘‘English or French?’’ language is changed.’’ ‘‘La langue
a ete changee. Retour au menu
4. Press and release the Talk button. 2. Press and release the Talk button. principal.’’
After the beep, say ‘‘OK’’ to After the beep, say ‘‘French.’’ The
proceed, or say ‘‘Go back’’ or HFL response is ‘‘Vous avez NOTE: If there are paired phones
‘‘Cancel.’’ selectionne Français. Les noms without French name tags, the
enregistres en mode Anglais ne following prompts will continue.
5. If you said ‘‘OK,’’ after a short seront pas accessible en mode
period of time, the HFL response Français. Voulez-vous continuer? If there are paired phones without
is, ‘‘Please wait until the system is You have selected French. Name French name tags, the HFL
cleared.’’ This may take up to tags that were stored while in response is ‘‘Pour que le système
about 2 minutes to complete, then English mode will not be identifie les téléphones qui ont été
the HFL response is, ‘‘The system accessible in French mode. Would jumelés dans une autre langue, les
has been cleared. Returning to the you like to continue? ’’ noms des téléphones doivent être ré-
main menu.’’ enregistrés.’’
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4. The HFL response is, for example, To change from French to English, do 3. Press and release the Talk button.
‘‘Quel est le nom Français pour this: After the beep, say ‘‘Yes’’ or ‘‘Oui.’’
<Paul’s phone>?’’ Press and 1. Press and release the Talk button. If there are no paired phones
release the Talk button. After the After the beep, say ‘‘Changer without English name tags, the
beep, say ‘‘Téléphone de Paul.’’ Langue.’’ The HFL response is, HFL response is ‘‘Please wait
The HFL response is, ‘‘Quel est le ‘‘Anglais ou Français?’’ while the language is changed.
nom Français pour <Pat’s Venillez attendre que le systeme
phone>?’’ Press and release the 2. Press and release the Talk button. change de langue.’’ ‘‘The language
Features
Talk button. Say ‘‘Téléphone de After the beep, say ‘‘Anglais.’’ The has been changed. Returning to
Pat.’’ After all paired phones HFL response is, ‘‘You have the main menu.’’
missing a French name tag are re- selected English. Name tags that
recorded, the HFL will prompt, were stored while in French mode NOTE: If there are paired phones
‘‘Retour au menu principal.’’ will not be accessible in English without English name tags, the
mode. Would you like to continue? following prompts will continue.
Vous avez selectionne Anglais. Les
noms enregistres en mode If there are paired phones without
Français ne seront pas accessible English name tags, the HFL
en mode Anglais. Voulez-vous response is ‘‘The language has
contnuez?’’ been changed. For the system to
identify phones that were paired
while in another language, the
phone names need to be re-
recorded.’’
CONTINUED
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Main Menu
Before Driving
Before Driving
first. Accessories and Modifications .... 271
Carrying Cargo .............................. 273
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Before Driving
operating symptoms, try another Wipe up spills immediately.
service station or switch to another
brand of gasoline.
For further important fuel-related 1. Park with the driver’s side closest
information, please refer to your to the service station pump.
Quick Start Guide.
2. To open the fuel fill door, push
down on the lever located to the
left of the driver’s seat.
HOLDER
TETHER
FUEL FILL CAP
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3. Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. 5. Screw the fuel fill cap back on Check Fuel Cap Message
You may hear a hissing sound as until it clicks at least once. If you
pressure inside the tank escapes. do not properly tighten the cap,
The fuel fill cap is attached to the you will see a ‘‘CHECK FUEL
fuel filler with a tether. Place the CAP’’ message on the information
cap in the holder on the fuel fill display. If the system still detects
door. an evaporative system leak after
retightening the cap, the
4. Stop filling the tank after the fuel malfunction indicator lamp may
nozzle automatically clicks off. Do come on (see page 370 ).
not try to ‘‘top off’’ the tank. Leave
some room for the fuel to expand 6. Push the fuel fill door closed until
with temperature changes. it latches.
If the fuel nozzle keeps clicking off Your vehicle’s onboard diagnostic
even though the tank is not full, system will detect a loose or missing
there may be a problem with your fuel fill cap as an evaporative system
vehicle’s fuel vapor recovery leak. The first time a leak is detected
system. The system helps keep a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message
fuel vapor from going into the appears on the information display.
atmosphere. Try filling at another
pump. If this does not fix the
problem, consult your dealer.
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Turn the engine off, and confirm the If the system still detects a leak in
fuel fill cap is installed. If it is, loosen your vehicle’s evaporative emissions
it, then retighten it until it clicks at system, the malfunction indicator
least once. The message should go lamp (MIL) comes on. If the fuel fill
off after several days of normal cap was not already tightened, turn
driving once you tighten or replace the engine off, and check or
the fuel fill cap. To scroll to another retighten the fuel fill cap until it
display, press the select/reset knob. clicks at least once. The MIL should
go off after several days of normal
The ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message driving once the cap is tightened or
Before Driving
will appear each time you restart the replaced. If the MIL does not go off,
engine until the system turns the have your vehicle inspected by a
message off. dealer. For more information, see
page 370 .
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Opening and Closing the Hood If the hood latch handle moves stiffly,
or if you can open the hood without
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE LATCH lifting the handle, the mechanism
should be cleaned and lubricated.
1. Park the vehicle, and set the 2. Reach in between the hood and
parking brake. Pull the hood the front grille with your fingers.
release handle located under the The hood latch handle is above
lower left corner of the dashboard. the ‘‘H’’ logo. Push this handle up
The hood will pop up slightly. until it releases the hood. Lift the
hood.
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Before Driving
CLIP
2.4 engine models V6 models
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Oil Check
UPPER MARK
LOWER MARK
DIPSTICK DIPSTICK
2.4 engine models (orange handle) V6 models (orange loop) 2.4 engine models
Wait a few minutes after turning the 2. Wipe off the dipstick with a clean 4. Remove the dipstick again, and
engine off before you check the oil. cloth or paper towel. check the level. It should be
between the upper and lower
1. Remove the dipstick (orange 3. Insert the dipstick all the way back marks.
handle/loop). into its hole.
If it is near or below the lower mark,
see Adding Engine Oil on page 316 .
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Before Driving
UPPER MARK MAX
LOWER MARK MIN
V6 models 2.4 engine models V6 models MIN
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Before Driving
Driving with a heavy load or the Avoid carrying excess weight in speed and you reduce the drag.
air conditioner running your vehicle − It puts a heavier Trailers, car top carriers, roof
Improperly inflated tires load on the engine, increasing fuel racks and bike racks are also big
consumption. contributors to increased drag.
Improving Fuel Economy
Keep your vehicle clean − In Always drive in the highest gear
Vehicle Maintenance particular, a build-up of snow or possible − If your vehicle has a
A properly maintained vehicle mud on your vehicle’s underside manual transmission, you can
maximizes fuel economy. Poor adds weight and rolling resistance. boost your fuel economy by up
maintenance can significantly reduce Frequent cleaning helps your fuel shifting as early as possible.
fuel economy. Always maintain your economy.
vehicle according to the maintenance Avoid excessive idling − Idling
messages displayed on the results in 0 miles per gallon.
information display (see Owner’s
Maintenance Checks on page 312 ).
For example: CONTINUED
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Measuring Techniques
Direct calculation is the
recommended source of information 1) Fill the fuel tank until the nozzle automatically clicks off.
about your actual fuel economy. 2) Reset trip counter to zero.
Using frequency of fill-ups or taking 3) Record the total gallons (liters) needed to refill.
fuel gauge readings are NOT 4) Follow one of the simple calculations above.
accurate measures of fuel economy.
Fuel economy may improve over the
first several thousand miles.
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vehicle. These accessories have owner’s manual regarding the proper operation of your
been designed and approved for your accessories and modifications. vehicle.
vehicle, and are covered by warranty.
Before installing any electronic
Although non-Honda accessories When properly installed, cellular accessory, have the installer
may fit on your vehicle, they may not phones, alarms, two-way radios, and contact your dealer for assistance.
meet factory specifications, and low-powered audio systems should If possible, have your dealer
could adversely affect your vehicle’s not interfere with your vehicle’s inspect the final installation.
handling and stability. computer controlled systems, such
as your airbags, anti-lock brakes, and Do not install accessories on the
tire pressure monitoring system. side pillars or across the rear
windows. Accessories installed in
these areas may interfere with
proper operation of the side
curtain airbags.
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Center pockets
Console compartment
Before Driving
Trunk, including the rear seat
when folded down
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Example 2
Before Driving
Max Load (850 lbs) Passenger Weight Cargo Weight
(150 lbs x 4 = 600 lbs) (250 lbs)
Example 3
Max Load (850 lbs) Passenger Weight Cargo Weight
(150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs) (100 lbs)
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Carrying Items in the Passenger Keep the glove box closed while Carrying Cargo in the Trunk or on
Compartment driving. If it is open, a passenger a Roof Rack
Store or secure all items that could could injure their knees during a Distribute cargo evenly on the
be thrown around and hurt crash or sudden stop. floor of the trunk, placing the
someone during a crash. heaviest items on the bottom and
as far forward as possible.
Do not put any items on top of the
trunk panel. They can block your If you fold down the back seat, tie
view and be thrown around the down items that could be thrown
vehicle during a crash. about the vehicle during a crash or
sudden stop.
Be sure items placed on the floor
behind the front seats cannot roll If you carry large items that
under the seats and interfere with prevent you from closing the trunk
the driver’s ability to operate the lid, exhaust gas can enter the
pedals, the proper operation of the passenger area. To avoid the
seats, or the proper operation of possibility of carbon monoxide
the sensors under the seats. poisoning, follow the instructions
on page 51 .
Also, keep all cargo below the
bottom of the windows. If it is
higher, it could interfere with the
proper operation of the side
curtain airbags.
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came with your roof rack.
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Main Menu
Driving
Driving
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You should do the following checks 6. On vehicles with power adjustable 11. When you start the engine, check
and adjustments before you drive seats the gauges and indicators in the
your vehicle. Check the seat adjustment (see instrument panel (see page 55 ).
page 92 ).
1. Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and On vehicles with manual adjustable
unobstructed. Remove frost, snow, seats
or ice. Check the seat adjustment (see
page 93 ).
2. Check that the hood is fully closed.
7. Check the adjustment of the
3. Check that the trunk is fully inside and outside mirrors (see
closed. page 101 ).
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1. Apply the parking brake. 4. Without touching the accelerator 6. If the engine fails to start, press
pedal, turn the ignition key to the the accelerator pedal all the way
2. In cold weather, turn off all START (III) position. Do not hold down, and hold it there while
electrical accessories to reduce the key in the START (III) starting to clear flooding. If the
the drain on the battery. position for more than 15 seconds engine still does not start, return
at a time. If the engine does not to step 5.
3. Manual transmission: start right away, pause for at least
Press the clutch pedal down all the 10 seconds before trying again.
way. The START (III) position
does not function unless the clutch The engine is harder to start in cold
pedal is pressed. weather. Also, the thinner air f ound at
The immobilizer system protects your altitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400
Driving
Automatic transmission: vehicle f rom thef t. If an improperly- meters) adds to this problem.
Make sure the shift lever is in coded key (or other device) is used, the
Park. Press on the brake pedal. engine’s f uel system is disabled. For
more inf ormation, see page 77 .
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When shifting up or down, make When slowing down, you can get
sure you push the clutch pedal down extra braking from the engine by
all the way, shift to the next gear, shifting to a lower gear. This extra
and let the pedal up gradually. When braking can help you maintain a safe
you are not shifting, do not rest your speed and prevent your brakes from
foot on the clutch pedal. This can overheating while going down a
cause your clutch to wear out faster. steep hill. Before downshifting,
make sure the engine speed will not
Come to a full stop before you shift go into the tachometer’s red zone in
into reverse. You can damage the the lower gear.
transmission by trying to shift into
reverse with the vehicle moving.
Push down the clutch pedal, and
On models with manual transmission pause for a few seconds before Rapid slowing or speeding up
The manual transmission is shifting into reverse, or shift into one can cause loss of control on
synchronized in all forward gears for of the forward gears for a moment. slippery surfaces. If you crash,
smooth operation. It has a lockout so This stops the gears so they won’t you can be injured.
you cannot shift directly from fifth to ‘‘grind.’’
reverse. Use extra care when driving on
slippery surfaces.
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1st to 2nd 15 mph (25 km/h) Before downshifting, make sure the
Driving
2nd to 3rd 25 mph (40 km/h) engine will not go into the
3rd to 4th 40 mph (65 km/h) tachometer’s red zone.
4th to 5th 50 mph (80 km/h)
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Shift Lever Position Indicators The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for a Shifting
few seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II) SHIFT LEVER
position. If it flashes while driving (in
any shift position), it indicates a
possible problem in the transmission.
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To shift from: Do this: Park (P) − This position mechani- Reverse (R) − Press the brake
Press the brake pedal and cally locks the transmission. Use pedal and press the release button
P to R press the shift lever release Park whenever you are turning off or on the front of the shift lever to shift
button. starting the engine. To shift out of from Park to reverse. To shift from
R to P Park, you must press on the brake reverse to neutral, come to a
N to R Press the shift lever release pedal and have your foot off the complete stop, and then shift. Press
D3 to 2 button. accelerator pedal. Press the release the release button before shifting
2 to 1 button on the front of the shift lever into reverse from neutral.
1 to 2 to move it.
2 to D3 Neutral (N) − Use neutral if you
D3 to D If you have done all of the above and need to restart a stalled engine, or if
D to N Move the shift lever. still cannot move the lever out of it is necessary to stop briefly with
Driving
D to D3 Park, see Shift Lock Release on the engine idling. Shift to the Park
N to D page 287 . position if you need to leave your
R to N vehicle for any reason. Press on the
You must also press the release brake pedal when you are moving
button to shift into Park. To avoid the shift lever from neutral to
transmission damage, come to a another gear.
complete stop before shifting into
Park. The shift lever must be in Park
before you can remove the key from
the ignition switch.
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Drive (D) − Use this position for Second (2) − To shift to second, First (1) − To shift from second to
your normal driving. The press the release button on the front first, press the release button on the
transmission automatically selects a of the shift lever. This position locks front of the shift lever. This position
suitable gear (1 through 5) for your the transmission in second gear. It locks the transmission in first gear.
speed and acceleration. You may does not downshift to first gear By upshifting and downshifting
notice the transmission shifting up at when you come to a stop. through 1, 2, D3, and D, you can
higher engine speeds when the operate this transmission much like
engine is cold. This helps the engine Use second gear: a manual transmission without a
warm up faster. clutch pedal.
For more power when climbing.
Drive (D3) − This position is
similar to D, except only the first To increase engine braking when
three gears are selected. Use D3 going down steep hills.
when towing a trailer in hilly terrain,
or to provide engine braking when For starting out on a slippery
going down a steep hill. D3 can also surface or in deep snow.
keep the transmission from cycling
between third and fourth gears in To help reduce wheel spin.
stop-and-go driving.
When driving downhill with a
trailer.
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3. Put a cloth on the edge of the shift
lock release slot cover. Use a small
flat-tipped screwdriver or metal
fingernail file to carefully pry up
the edge of the cover and remove
it from the slot.
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Always use the parking brake when Parking Tips If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn
you park your vehicle. Make sure Make sure the moonroof (if the front wheels away from the
the parking brake is set firmly, or equipped) and the windows are curb. If your vehicle has a manual
your vehicle may roll if it is parked closed. transmission, put it in first gear.
on an incline.
Turn off the lights. If the vehicle is facing downhill,
If your vehicle has an automatic turn the front wheels toward the
transmission, set the parking brake Place any packages, valuables, etc., curb. If your vehicle has a manual
before you put the transmission in in the trunk or take them with you. transmission, put it in reverse gear.
Park. This keeps the vehicle from
moving and putting pressure on the Lock the doors. Make sure the parking brake is
parking mechanism in the fully released before driving away.
Driving
transmission. Except LX Driving with the parking brake
Check the indicator on the partially set can overheat or
instrument panel to verify that the damage the rear brakes.
security system is set.
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Your vehicle is equipped with disc Constant application of the brakes Braking System Design
brakes at all four wheels. A power when going down a long hill builds The hydraulic system that operates
assist helps reduce the effort needed up heat and reduces their effective- the brakes has two separate circuits.
on the brake pedal. The emergency ness. Use the engine to assist the Each circuit works diagonally across
brake assist system increases the brakes by taking your foot off the the vehicle (the left-front brake is
stopping force when you depress the accelerator and downshifting to a connected with the right-rear brake,
brake pedal hard in an emergency lower gear. etc.). If one circuit should develop a
situation. The anti-lock brake system problem, you will still have braking
(ABS) helps you retain steering Check the brakes after driving at two wheels.
control when braking very hard. through deep water. Apply the
brakes moderately to see if they feel Brake Pad Wear Indicators
Resting your foot on the pedal keeps normal. If not, apply them gently and The front and rear disc brakes on all
the brakes applied lightly, builds up frequently until they do. Be extra models have audible brake pad wear
heat, and reduces their effectiveness cautious in your driving. indicators.
and reduces brake pad life. In
addition, fuel economy can be If the brake pads need replacing, you
reduced. It also keeps your brake will hear a distinctive, metallic
lights on all the time, confusing screeching sound when you apply
drivers behind you. the brake pedal. If you do not have
the brake pads replaced, they will
screech all the time. It is normal for
the brakes to occasionally squeal or
squeak when you apply them.
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The anti-lock brake system (ABS) You will feel a pulsation in the brake ABS Indicator
helps prevent the wheels from pedal when the ABS activates, and
locking up, and helps you retain you may hear some noise. This is If this indicator comes on, the anti-
steering control by pumping the normal: it is the ABS rapidly lock function of the braking system
brakes rapidly, much faster than a pumping the brakes. On dry has shut down. The brakes still work
person can do it. pavement, you will need to press on like a conventional system, but
the brake pedal very hard before the without anti-lock. You should have
The electronic brake distribution ABS activates. However, you may your dealer inspect your vehicle as
(EBD) system, which is part of the feel the ABS activate immediately if soon as possible.
ABS, also balances the front-to-rear you are trying to stop on snow or ice.
braking distribution according to If the ABS indicator comes on while
vehicle loading. driving, test the brakes as shown on
Driving
page 371 .
You should never pump the brake pedal.
Let the ABS work for you by always
keeping firm, steady pressure on the
brake pedal. This is sometimes
referred to as ‘‘stomp and steer.’’
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If the ABS indicator and the brake Important Safety Reminders A vehicle with ABS may require a
system indicator come on together, ABS does not reduce the time or longer distance to stop on loose or
and the parking brake is fully distance it takes to stop the uneven surfaces, such as gravel or
released, the EBD system may also vehicle. It only helps with the snow, than a vehicle without anti-
be shut down. steering control during braking. lock.
Test your brakes as instructed on ABS will not prevent a skid that
page 371 . If the brakes feel normal, results from changing direction
drive slowly and have your vehicle abruptly, such as trying to take a
repaired by your dealer as soon as corner too fast or making a sudden
possible. Avoid sudden hard braking lane change. Always drive at a safe
which could cause the rear wheels to speed for the road and weather
lock up and possibly lead to a loss of conditions.
control.
ABS cannot prevent a loss of
The VSA indicator will come on stability. Always steer moderately
along with the ABS indicator. when you are braking hard. Severe
or sharp steering wheel movement
can still cause your vehicle to veer
into oncoming traffic or off the road.
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The vehicle stability assist (VSA) VSA Activation Indicator If the indicator does not come on
system helps to stabilize the vehicle when the ignition switch is turned to
during cornering if the vehicle turns When VSA activates, you will see the the ON (II) position, there may be a
more or less than desired. It also VSA activation indicator blink. problem with the VSA system. Have
assists you in maintaining traction your dealer inspect your vehicle as
while accelerating on loose or Vehicle Stability Assist soon as possible.
slippery road surfaces. It does this (VSA) System Indicator
by regulating the engine’s output and If this indicator comes on while If the low tire pressure indicator or
by selectively applying the brakes. driving, pull to the side of the road TPMS indicator comes on, the VSA
when it is safe, and turn off the system automatically turns on even if
When VSA activates, you may notice engine. Reset the system by the VSA system is turned off by
that the engine does not respond to restarting the engine. If the VSA pressing the VSA OFF switch (see
Driving
the accelerator in the same way it system indicator stays on or comes page 294 ). If this happens, you
does at other times. There may also back on while driving, have the VSA cannot turn the VSA system off by
be some noise from the VSA system inspected by your dealer. pressing the VSA off switch again.
hydraulic system. You will also see
the VSA activation indicator blink. Without VSA, your vehicle will have
normal braking and cornering ability,
The VSA system cannot enhance the but it will not have VSA traction and
vehicle’s driving stability in all stability enhancement.
situations and does not control your
vehicle’s entire braking system. It is
still your responsibility to drive and
corner at reasonable speeds and to
leave a sufficient margin of safety.
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VSA Off Switch VSA is turned on every time you VSA and Tire Sizes
start the engine, even if you turned it Driving with varying tire or wheel
VSA OFF SWITCH off the last time you drove the sizes may cause the VSA to
vehicle. malfunction. When replacing tires,
make sure they are of the same size
In certain unusual conditions when and type as your original tires (see
your vehicle gets stuck in shallow page 348 ).
mud or fresh snow, it may be easier
to free it with the VSA temporarily If you install winter tires, make sure
switched off. When the VSA system they are the same size as those that
is off, the traction control system is were originally supplied with your
also off. You should only attempt to vehicle. Exercise the same caution
free your vehicle with the VSA off if during winter driving as you would if
you are not able to free it when the your vehicle was not equipped with
This switch is under the driver’s side VSA is on. VSA.
vent. To turn the VSA system on and
off, press and hold it until you hear a Immediately after freeing your
beep. vehicle, be sure to switch the VSA on
again. We do not recommend driving
When VSA is off, the VSA activation your vehicle with the VSA and
indicator comes on as a reminder. traction control systems switched off.
Press and hold the switch again. It
turns the system back on.
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Your vehicle is equipped with a tire Low Tire Pressure Driving on a significantly under-
pressure monitoring system (TPMS) Indicator inflated tire causes the tire to
that turns on every time you start the When the low tire pressure indicator overheat and can lead to tire failure.
engine and monitors the pressure in is on, one or more of your tires is Under-inflation also reduces fuel
your tires while driving. significantly underinflated. You efficiency and tire tread life, and may
should stop and check your tires as affect the vehicle’s handling and
Each tire has its own pressure soon as possible, and inflate them to stopping ability.
sensor (not including the spare tire). the proper pressure as indicated on
If the air pressure of a tire becomes the vehicle’s tire information placard. Because tire pressure varies by
significantly low while driving, the temperature and other conditions,
sensor in that tire immediately sends If you think you can safely drive a the low tire pressure indicator may
a signal that causes the low tire short distance to a service station, come on unexpectedly.
Driving
pressure indicator to come on. proceed slowly, and inflate the tire to
the recommended pressure shown
on the driver’s doorjamb.
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For example, if you check and fill information label and in the owner’s When you restart the vehicle with
your tires in a warm area, then drive manual (see page 344 ). the compact spare tire, the TPMS
in extremely cold weather, the tire indicator may also come on and stay
pressure will be lower than Tire Pressure Monitoring on after driving several miles
measured and could be underinflated System (TPMS) Indicator (kilometers).
and cause the low tire pressure This indicator comes on and stays on
indicator to come on. Or, if you if there is a problem with the tire
check and adjust your tire pressure pressure monitoring system.
in cooler conditions, and drive into
extremely hot conditions, the tire If this happens, the system will shut
may become overinflated. However, off and no longer monitor tire
the low tire pressure indicator will pressures. Have the system checked
not come on if the tires are by your dealer as soon as possible.
overinflated.
If the low tire pressure indicator or
Refer to page 343 for tire inflation TPMS indicator comes on, the VSA
guidelines. system automatically turns on even if
the VSA system is turned off by
Although your tire pressure is pressing the VSA OFF switch (see
monitored, you must manually check page 294 ). If this happens, you
the tire pressures monthly. cannot turn the VSA system off by
pressing the VSA off switch again.
Each tire, including the spare, should
be checked monthly when cold, and
set to the recommended inflation
pressure as specified on the tire
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Changing a Tire with TPMS The low tire pressure indicator or As required by the FCC:
If you have a flat tire, the low tire the TPMS indicator will go off, after This device complies with Part 15 of the
pressure indicator will come on. several miles (kilometers) driving, FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
Replace the flat tire with the when you replace the spare tire with following two conditions: (1) This device
compact spare tire (see page 356 ). the specified regular tire equipped may not cause harmful interference, and
with the tire pressure monitor sensor. (2) this device must accept any
Each wheel (except the compact interference received, including
spare tire wheel) is equipped with a Never use a puncture-repairing agent interference that may cause undesired
tire pressure sensor mounted inside in a flat tire. If used, you will have to operation.
the tire behind the valve stem. You replace the tire pressure sensor.
must use TPMS specific wheels. It is Have the flat tire repaired by your Changes or modifications not expressly
recommended that you always have dealer as soon as possible. approved by the party responsible for
Driving
your tires serviced by your dealer or compliance could void the user’s
qualified technician. authority to operate the equipment.
After you replace the flat tire with This device complies with Industry
the compact spare tire, the low tire Canada Standard RSS-210.
pressure indicator stays on. This is Operation is subject to the following two
normal; the system is not monitoring conditions: (1) this device may not cause
the spare tire pressure. Manually interference, and (2) this device must
check the spare tire pressure to be accept any interference that may cause
sure it is correct. After several miles undesired operation of the device.
(kilometers) driving with the
compact spare tire, the TPMS
indicator comes on and the low tire
pressure indicator goes off.
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U.S. models
Tongue Load: The weight that the
tongue of a fully-loaded trailer puts LX and LX-P:
on the hitch should be approximately 4,299 lbs (1,950 kg)
10% of the total trailer weight. Too
much tongue load reduces front-tire EX and EX-L:
traction and steering control. Too 4,431 lbs (2,010 kg)
little tongue load can make the
trailer unstable and cause it to sway. V6 models:
4,575 lbs (2,075 kg)
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installed and maintained, and that it corners easily, but do not let the to your vehicle’s hydraulic system
meets federal, state, province, and chains drag on the ground. will lower braking effectiveness and
local regulations. create a potential hazard.
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The lights and brakes on your Driving Safely With a Trailer Making Turns and Braking
vehicle and the trailer are working The added weight, length, and Make turns more slowly and wider
properly. height of a trailer will affect your than normal. The trailer tracks a
vehicle’s handling and performance, smaller arc than your vehicle, and it
Your vehicle tires and spare are so driving with a trailer requires can hit or run over something the
properly inflated, and the trailer some special driving skills and vehicle misses. Allow more time and
tires and spare are inflated as techniques. distance for braking. Do not brake or
recommended by the trailer turn suddenly as this could cause the
maker. For your safety and the safety of trailer to jackknife or turn over.
others, take time to practice driving
maneuvers before heading for the Driving on Hills
open road, and follow the guidelines When climbing hills, closely watch
Driving
in this section. your temperature gauge. If it nears
the red (Hot) mark, turn the air
Towing Speeds and Gears conditioning off, reduce speed and, if
Drive slower than normal in all necessary, pull to the side of the
driving situations, and obey posted road to let the engine cool.
speed limits for vehicles with trailers.
If you have an automatic If the automatic transmission shifts
transmission, use D position when frequently while going up a hill, shift
towing a trailer on level roads. D3 is to D3.
the proper shift lever position to use
when towing a trailer in hilly terrain.
(See ‘‘Driving on Hills’’ in the next
column for additional gear
information.) CONTINUED
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Main Menu
Maintenance
Maintenance
perform more complex maintenance Power Steering Fluid ..................... 327
tasks on your vehicle, you may want Timing Belt ..................................... 328
to purchase the service manual. See Lights .............................................. 329
page 403 for information on how to Cleaning the Seat Belts ................. 338
obtain a copy, or see your dealer. Floor Mats ...................................... 338
Dust and Pollen Filter ................... 339
Wiper Blades .................................. 340
Tires ................................................ 343
Checking the Battery .................... 351
Vehicle Storage .............................. 352
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All service items not detailed in this Injury from moving parts. Do
section should be performed by a not run the engine unless
certified technician or other qualified Improperly maintaining this instructed to do so.
mechanic. vehicle, or failing to correct a
problem before driving can
Important Safety Precautions cause a crash in which you can
To eliminate potential hazards, read be seriously hurt or killed. Failure to properly follow
the instructions before you begin, maintenance instructions and
and make sure you have the tools Always follow the inspection precautions can cause you to
and skills required. and maintenance be seriously hurt or killed.
Make sure your vehicle is parked recommendations and
on level ground, the parking brake schedules in this owner’s Always follow the procedures
is set, and the engine is off. manual. and precautions in this owner’s
manual.
To clean parts, use a commercially
available degreaser or parts Potential Vehicle Hazards
cleaner, not gasoline. Carbon Monoxide poison Some of the most important safety
from engine exhaust. Be sure precautions are given here. However,
To reduce the possibility of fire or there is adequate ventilation we cannot warn you of every
explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks, whenever you operate the conceivable hazard that can arise in
and flames away from the battery engine. performing maintenance. Only you
and all fuel-related parts. can decide whether or not you
Burns from hot parts. Let the should perform a given task.
Wear eye protection and engine and exhaust system cool
protective clothing when working down before touching any parts.
with the battery or compressed air.
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Your vehicle displays engine oil life Engine Oil Life Display The remaining engine oil life is
and maintenance service items on shown on the display according to
the information display to show you SELECT/RESET KNOB this table:
when you should have your dealer do
engine oil replacement and indicated Calculated Engine Displayed
maintenance service. Oil Life (%) Engine Oil Life (%)
100 % − 91 % 100 %
Based on the engine operating 90 % − 81 % 90 %
conditions, the onboard computer in 80 % − 71 % 80 %
your vehicle calculates the remaining 70 % − 61 % 70 %
engine oil life and displays it as a 60 % − 51 % 60 %
percentage. 50 % − 41 % 50 %
ENGINE OIL LIFE INDICATOR 40 % − 31 % 40 %
30 % − 21 % 30 %
Maintenance
To see the current engine oil life, 20 % − 16 % 20 %
turn the ignition switch to the ON 15 % − 11 % 15 %
(II) position, then press and release 10 % − 6 % 10 %
the select/reset knob repeatedly 5%−1% 5%
until the engine oil life indicator 0% 0%
appears (see page 64 ).
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If the remaining engine oil life is 15 The 15 and 10 percent oil life When the remaining engine oil life is
to 6 percent, you will see the engine indicators remind you that your 5 to 1 percent, you will see a
oil life indicator every time you turn vehicle will soon be due for ‘‘SERVICE’’ message along with the
the ignition switch to the ON (II) scheduled maintenance. same maintenance item code(s),
position. The maintenance minder every time you turn the ignition
indicator will also come on, and the switch to the ON (II) position.
maintenance item code(s) for other
scheduled maintenance items
needing service will be displayed
next to the engine oil life indicator.
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Maintenance
time you turn the ignition switch to When the remaining engine oil life is If you do not perform the indicated
the ON (II) position, then it goes out 0 percent, the engine oil life indicator maintenance, negative mileage is
if you switch the information display. will blink. The display comes on displayed and begins to blink after
every time you turn the ignition the vehicle has been driven 10 miles
When you see this message, have switch to the ON (II) position. The (10 km) or more.
the indicated maintenance maintenance minder indicator
performed by your dealer as soon as ( ) also comes on and remains Negative mileage means your
possible. on in the instrument panel. When vehicle has passed the maintenance
you see this message, immediately required point.
have the indicated maintenance done Immediately have the indicated
by your dealer. maintenance done by your dealer.
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To change the information display Maintenance Main Items and Sub Resetting the Engine Oil Life
from the engine oil life display to the Items Display
odometer or the trip meter, press Your dealer will reset the display
and release the select/reset knob. MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE after completing the required
MINDER INDICATOR MAIN ITEM
maintenance service. You will see
When the engine oil life is 0 percent ‘‘OIL LIFE 100%’’ on the information
or negative mileage, the display the next time you turn the
maintenance minder indicator ignition switch to the ON (II)
( ) remains on even if you position.
change the information display.
If maintenance service is done by
Immediately have the service someone other than your dealer,
performed, and make sure to reset reset the maintenance minder as
the display as described on the MAINTENANCE SUB ITEM(S) follows:
following.
All maintenance items displayed on 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON
the information display are in code. (II) position.
For an explanation of these
maintenance codes, see page 313 . 2. Press the select/reset knob
repeatedly until the engine oil life
indicator is displayed.
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Important Maintenance
Precautions
If you have the required service
done but do not reset the display, or
reset the display without doing the
service, the system will not show the
proper maintenance intervals. This
can lead to serious mechanical
problems because you will no longer
have an accurate record of when
maintenance is needed.
Maintenance
about 10 seconds. The engine oil another 5 seconds. The provide competent, efficient service.
life and the maintenance item maintenance item code(s) will
code(s) will blink. disappear, and the engine oil life
will reset to ‘‘100.’’
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However, service at a dealer is not U.S. Vehicles: Engine oil level − Check every
mandatory to keep your warranties Maintenance, replacement, or time you fill the fuel tank. See
in effect. Maintenance may be done repair of emissions control page 266 .
by any qualified service facility or devices and systems may be done
person who is skilled in this type of by any automotive repair Engine coolant level − Check the
automotive service. Make sure to establishment or individual using radiator reserve tank every time
have the service facility or person parts that are ‘‘certified’’ to EPA you fill the fuel tank. See page 267 .
reset the display as previously standards.
described. Keep all receipts as proof Automatic transmission − Check
of completion, and have the person According to state and federal the fluid level monthly. See page
who does the work fill out your regulations, failure to perform 323 .
Honda Service History or Canadian maintenance on the items marked
Maintenance Log. Check your with # will not void your emissions Brakes − Check the fluid level
warranty booklet for more warranties. However, all monthly. See page 326 .
information. maintenance services should be
performed in accordance with the Tires − Check the tire pressure
We recommend using Honda parts intervals indicated by the monthly. Examine the tread for
and fluids whenever you have information display. wear and foreign objects. See page
maintenance done. These are 343 .
manufactured to the same high Owner’s Maintenance Checks
quality standards as the original You should check the following Lights − Check the operation of
components, so you can be confident items at the specified intervals. If the headlights, parking lights,
of their performance and durability. you are unsure of how to perform taillights, high-mount brake light,
any check, turn to the appropriate and license plate lights monthly.
page listed. See page 329 .
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Maintenance Minder
All fluid levels and condition of fluids Inspect drive belt
Exhaust system# 3 Replace transmission fluid
Fuel lines and connections# 4 Replace spark plugs
Replace timing belt and inspect water pump
*1 : If the message ‘‘SERVICE’’ does not appear more than 12 months after the (V6 engine only)
display is reset, change the engine oil every year. If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over
110°F, 43°C), or in very low temperatures (under −20°F,
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the center −29°C), replace every 60,000 miles (U.S.)/100,000 km
column on page 312 . (Canada).
Inspect valve clearance
NOTE: Independent of the maintenance messages in the information display, 5 Replace engine coolant
replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
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ENGINE COOLANT
RESERVOIR
RADIATOR CAP
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V6 models
ENGINE OIL FILL CAP
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
(Orange loop) BRAKE FLUID
(Black cap)
Maintenance
(Yellow loop)
WASHER FLUID
(Blue cap)
ENGINE COOLANT
RESERVOIR RADIATOR CAP
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Unscrew and remove the engine oil Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and
fill cap on top of the valve cover. tighten it securely. Wait a few
Pour in the oil slowly and carefully so minutes, and recheck the oil level on
you do not spill any. Clean up any the engine oil dipstick. Do not fill
spills immediately. Spilled oil could above the upper mark; you could
damage components in the engine damage the engine.
compartment.
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Honda Motor Oil is the preferred The oil viscosity or weight is Synthetic Oil
5W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. It is provided on the container’s label. You may use a synthetic motor oil if
highly recommended that you use 5W-20 oil is formulated for year- it meets the same requirements
Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for round protection of your vehicle to given for a conventional motor oil: it
optimum engine protection. Make improve cold weather starting and displays the API certification seal,
sure the API Certification Seal says fuel economy. and it is the proper weight. You must
‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’ follow the oil and filter change
intervals shown on the information
display.
Maintenance
performance and durability.
Ambient Temperature
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OIL FILTER OIL FILTER 7. Replace the engine oil fill cap.
Start the engine. The oil pressure
indicator should go out within 5
seconds. If it does not, turn off the
engine, and check your work.
Maintenance
the instructions that come with it. mended oil.
Make sure to clean off any dirt
and dust on the connecting Engine oil change capacity
surface of a new oil filter. (including filter): Improper disposal of engine oil can be
harmf ul to the environment. If you
5. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, 2.4 engine models change your own oil, please dispose of
then reinstall the drain bolt. 4.4 US qt (4.2 ) the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed
Tighten the drain bolt to: container and take it to a recycling
29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m) V6 models center. Do not discard it in a trash bin
4.5 US qt (4.3 ) or dump it on the ground.
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If the coolant level in the reserve Always use Honda Long-life Anti- 2.4 engine models only
tank is at or below the MIN line, add freeze/Coolant Type 2. This coolant
coolant to bring it up to the MAX line. is pre-mixed with 50 percent
Inspect the cooling system for leaks. antifreeze and 50 percent water. If you regularly drive your vehicle
Never add straight antifreeze or under the severe conditions in very low
plain water. temperature (under −31°F, −35°C), a
higher concentration of coolant should
be used. Consult your Honda dealer
f or more inf ormation of the proper
coolant.
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4. The coolant level should be up to 6. Pour coolant into the reserve tank.
1. Make sure the engine and radiator the base of the filler neck. Add Fill it to halfway between the MAX
are cool. coolant if it is low. and MIN marks. Put the cap back
on the reserve tank.
2. Relieve any pressure in the cooling Pour the coolant slowly and
system by turning the radiator cap carefully so you do not spill any. Do not add any rust inhibitors or
counterclockwise, without Clean up any spill immediately; it other additives to your vehicle’s
pressing down. could damage components in the cooling system. They may not be
engine compartment. compatible with the coolant or
3. Remove the radiator cap by engine components.
pushing it down and turning it 5. Put the radiator cap back on, and
counterclockwise. tighten it fully.
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Check the level in the windshield Fill the reservoir with a good-quality
washer reservoir at least monthly windshield washer fluid. This
during normal use. increases the cleaning capability and
prevents freezing in cold weather.
Check the fluid level by removing
the cap and looking at the level When you refill the reservoir, clean
gauge. the edges of the windshield wiper
blades with windshield washer fluid
On Canadian models: The low washer on a clean cloth. This will help to
level indicator comes on when the condition the blade edges.
level is low (see page 62 ).
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Automatic Transmission
DIPSTICK DIPSTICK
UPPER
MARK
LOWER
MARK
2.4 engine models V6 models 2.4 engine models
Maintenance
Check the fluid level with the engine 2. Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) 3. Insert the dipstick all the way into
at normal operating temperature. from the transmission, and wipe it the transmission securely as
with a clean cloth. shown in the illustration.
1. Park the vehicle on level ground.
Start the engine, let it run until the
radiator fan comes on, then shut
off the engine. For accurate
results, wait about 60 seconds (but
no longer than 90 seconds) before
doing step 2.
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2.4 engine models Remove the transmission filler bolt, soon as it is convenient.
Check the fluid level with the and carefully feel inside the bolt hole
transmission at normal operating with your finger. The transmission should be drained
temperature and the vehicle sitting and refilled with new fluid according
on level ground. The fluid level should be up to the to the maintenance minder (see page
edge of the bolt hole. If it is not, add 307 ).
To check the transmission fluid level, Honda Manual Transmission Fluid
remove the 16 under cover holding (MTF) until it starts to run out of the If you are not sure how to check and
clips with a flat-tip screwdriver, then hole. Reinstall the filler bolt, and add fluid, contact your dealer.
remove the under cover carefully. tighten it securely.
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Check the fluid level in the Always use Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
reservoirs monthly. There are up to Brake Fluid DOT 3. If it is not
two reservoirs, depending on the available, you should use only DOT 3 MAX
model. They are: or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed
container, as a temporary
Brake fluid reservoir (all models) replacement.
Clutch fluid reservoir
(manual transmission only) Using any non-Honda brake fluid can
cause corrosion and decrease the life
Replace the brake fluid according to of the system. Have the brake
the maintenance minder (see page system flushed and refilled with
307 ). Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
DOT 3 as soon as possible. MIN
Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not The fluid level should be between
compatible with your vehicle’s the MIN and MAX marks on the side
braking system and can cause of the reservoir. If the level is at or
extensive damage. below the MIN mark, your brake
system needs attention. Have the
brake system inspected for leaks or
worn brake pads.
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Clutch Fluid A low fluid level can indicate a leak Power Steering Fluid
Manual transmission only in the clutch system. Have this
system inspected as soon as possible. UPPER LEVEL
MAX
Maintenance
Check the level on the side of the
The fluid level should be between reservoir when the engine is cold.
the MIN and MAX marks on the side The fluid should be between the
of the reservoir. If it is not, add UPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL.
brake fluid to bring it up to that level. If not, add power steering fluid to the
Use the same fluid specified for the UPPER LEVEL.
brake system.
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overheat and shatter. 1. Open the hood.
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on the head until it locks. 1. To change the passenger’s side 3. Pull the inner fender cover away
bulb, start the engine, turn the from the fender and bumper.
Passenger’s side steering wheel all the way to the
Reinstall the engine coolant left, and turn off the engine. To 4. Remove the bulb by turning it
reserve tank. change the driver’s side bulb, turn approximately one-quarter turn
the steering wheel to the right. counterclockwise.
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6. Install the new bulb, and turn it Replacing a Front Turn Signal/
one-quarter turn clockwise to lock Parking Light Bulb
it in place.
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4. Install the new bulb and turn it Replacing a Front Side Marker
clockwise to lock it in place. Light Bulb
7. Passenger’s side
Reinstall the coolant reserve tank.
Maintenance
1. To change the bulb on the driver’s 3. Remove the socket from the
side, start the engine, turn the headlight assembly by turning it
steering wheel all the way to the one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
right, then turn off the engine. To
change the bulb on the passenger’s 4. Pull the burned out bulb straight
side, turn the steering wheel to the out of its socket.
left. Push the new bulb straight into
the socket until it bottoms.
2. Use a flat-tipped screwdriver to
remove the two holding clips from
the inner fender. CONTINUED
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SCREW
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6. Turn on the lights to make sure Replacing a High-mount Brake 3. Reinstall the socket. Turn it
the new bulb is working. Light Bulb clockwise until it locks. Make sure
the new bulb is working.
7. Push the trunk lid trim back into BULB
position.
SOCKET
Maintenance
1. Open the trunk, and remove the
socket from the light assembly by
turning it one-quarter turn counter-
clockwise.
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ELECTRICAL
FASTENERS CONNECTOR TAB
Halogen light bulbs get very hot when
lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on 1. Passenger’s side 2. Remove the electrical connector
the glass can cause the bulb to overheat Remove the three fasteners with a from the bulb by pushing on the
and shatter. flat-tip screwdriver. tab to unlock it, then slide the
connector off the bulb.
The fog lights were properly aimed Pull down the under cover from
when your vehicle was new. If you the bumper carefully. 3. Remove the bulb by turning it
regularly carry heavy items in the about one-quarter turn
trunk or pull a trailer, readjustment counterclockwise.
may be required. Adjustment should
be done by your dealer or other
qualified technician.
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Maintenance
To change the bulb, start the from the bulb by pushing on the
engine, turn the steering wheel all tab and pulling the connector Driver’s side
the way to the right, then turn off down. Reinstall the inner fender. Make
the engine. sure it is installed under the edge
7. Remove the bulb from the fog of the front bumper.
5. Use a flat-tipped screwdriver to light assembly by turning it one-
remove the two holding clips from quarter turn counterclockwise. Reinstall the holding clips, and
the inner fender, and pull the inner push in its head of each clip.
fender cover back.
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Cleaning the Seat Belts Dirt build-up around the openings of Floor Mats
the seat belt anchors can cause the
OPENING
belts to retract slowly. Wipe the
openings with a clean cloth
dampened in mild soap and warm
water or isopropyl alcohol.
If your seat belts get dirty, use a soft The driver’s floor mat that came
brush with a mixture of mild soap with your vehicle hooks over the
and warm water to clean them. Do floor mat anchors. This keeps the
not use bleach, dye, or cleaning floor mat from sliding forward and
solvents. Let the belts air-dry before possibly interfering with the pedals.
you use the vehicle.
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If you remove a floor mat, make sure Dust and Pollen Filter
to re-anchor it when you put it back This filter removes the dust and
in your vehicle. pollen that is brought in from the
outside through the heating and
If you use a non-Honda floor mat, cooling system/climate control
make sure it fits properly and that it system.
can be used with the floor mat
anchors. Do not put additional floor Have your dealer replace this filter
mats on top of the anchored mat. when this service is indicated by a
maintenance message on the
Make sure the rear floor mats are information display. It should be
properly positioned. If not, the floor replaced every 15,000 miles (24,000
mat will prevent the seat operation km) if you drive primarily in urban
and make the front passenger’s areas that have high concentrations
Maintenance
weight sensors ineffective. of soot in the air, or if the airflow
from the heating and cooling
system/climate control system
becomes less than usual.
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LOCK TAB
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REINFORCEMENT
BLADE
TOP
Pivot the blade assembly toward 3. Remove the blade from its holder
Maintenance
the wiper arm until it releases by grabbing the tabbed end of the
from the wiper arm. blade. Pull firmly until the tabs
come out of the holder.
When replacing a wiper blade,
make sure not to drop the wiper
blade or wiper arm down on the
windshield.
Make sure the three rubber tabs
inside the blade fit to each notch of
the reinforcement, as shown.
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INDENT
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To safely operate your vehicle, your Inflation Guidelines Even though your vehicle is
tires must be the proper type and Keeping the tires properly inflated equipped with TPMS, we
size, in good condition with adequate provides the best combination of recommend that you visually check
tread, and correctly inflated. handling, tread life, and riding your tires every day. If you think a
comfort. tire might be low, check it
The following pages give more immediately with a tire gauge.
detailed information on how to take Underinflated tires wear unevenly,
care of your tires and what to do adversely affect handling and fuel Use a gauge to measure the air
when they need to be replaced. economy, and are more likely to pressure in each tire at least once a
fail from being overheated. month. Even tires that are in good
condition may lose 1 to 2 psi (10 to
Overinflated tires can make your 20 kPa, 0.1 to 0.2 kgf/cm ) per
Using tires that are excessively vehicle ride harshly, are more month. Remember to check the
worn or improperly inflated can prone to damage from road spare tire at the same time.
Maintenance
cause a crash in which you can hazards, and wear unevenly.
be seriously hurt or killed. Check the air pressures when the
The tire pressure monitoring system tires are cold. This means the
Follow all instructions in this (TPMS) warns you when a tire vehicle has been parked for at least 3
owner’s manual regarding tire pressure is low. See page 295 for hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6
inflation and maintenance. more information. km). Add or release air, if needed, to
match the recommended cold tire
pressures on the next page.
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If you check air pressures when the Recommended Tire Pressures V6 models
tires are hot [driven for several miles The following chart shows the Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure
(kilometers)], you will see readings 4 recommended cold tire pressures for for Normal Driving
to 6 psi (30 to 40 kPa, 0.3 to 0.4 most normal driving conditions. P225/50R17 93V Front/Rear:
kgf/cm ) higher than the cold 32 psi (220 kPa ,
readings. This is normal. Do not let 2.4 engine models 2.2 kgf/cm )
air out to match the recommended Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure
cold air pressure. The tire will be for Normal Driving The compact spare tire pressure is:
underinflated. P225/50R17 93V *1 Front/Rear: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )
32 psi (220 kPa ,
You should get your own tire 2.2 kgf/cm ) For convenience, the recommended
pressure gauge and use it whenever P215/60R16 94H *2 Front/Rear: tire sizes and cold tire pressures are
you check your tire pressures. This 30 psi (210 kPa , on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.
will make it easier for you to tell if a 2.1 kgf/cm )
pressure loss is due to a tire problem For additional information about
and not due to a variation between *1 : EX, EX-L your tires, see page 388 .
gauges. *2 : LX, LX-P
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Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure molded into the tread. When the
P225/50R17 93V 35 psi (240 kPa , Excessive tread wear. tread wears down, you will see a 1/2
2.4 kgf/cm ) inch (12.7 mm) wide band across the
tread. This shows there is less than
2.4 engine models 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of tread left on
Tire pressure for high speed driving the tire.
is the same as for normal driving.
A tire this worn gives very little
traction on wet roads. You should
replace the tire if you can see three
or more tread wear indicators.
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Tire Service Life The last four digits of the TIN (tire Tire Maintenance
The service life of your tires is identification number) are found on In addition to proper inflation,
dependent on many factors, the sidewall of the tire and indicate correct wheel alignment helps to
including, but not limited to, driving the date of manufacture (See Tire decrease tire wear. If you find a tire
habits, road conditions, vehicle Labeling on page 390 ). is worn unevenly, have your dealer
loading, inflation pressure, check the wheel alignment.
maintenance history, speed, and
environmental conditions (even Have your dealer check the tires if
when the tires are not in use). you feel a consistent vibration while
driving. A tire should always be
In addition to your regular rebalanced if it is removed from the
inspections and inflation pressure wheel. When you have new tires
maintenance, it is recommended that installed, make sure they are
you have annual inspections balanced. This increases riding
performed once the tires reach five comfort and tire life. For best results,
years old. It is also recommended have the installer perform a dynamic
that all tires, including the spare, be balance.
removed from service after 10 years
from the date of manufacture,
regardless of their condition or state
of wear.
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On vehicles with aluminum wheels Tire Rotation When the tires are rotated, make
sure the air pressures are checked.
Front Front
Maintenance
To help increase tire life and
distribute wear more evenly, rotate
the tires according to the
maintenance messages displayed on
the information display.
Move the tires to the positions
shown in the illustration each time
they are rotated. If you purchase
directional tires, rotate only front-to-
back.
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vehicle, make sure they are radial CH2412T
EX and EX-L: tires of the same size and load range
P225/50R17 93V as the original tires. Mount snow EX, EX-L and V6 models
tires on all four wheels. The traction Cable-type: SCC Radial Chain
V6 models: provided by snow tires on dry roads CH2612T
P225/50R17 93V may be lower than your original tires.
Check with the tire dealer for
See page 388 for DOT tire quality maximum speed recommendations.
grading information, and page
390 for tire size information.
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monthly by looking at the test white or yellowish powder). To reconnect it last.
indicator window. The label on the remove it, cover the terminals with a
battery explains the test indicator’s solution of baking soda and water. It
colors. will bubble up and turn brown. When
this stops, wash it off with plain
The location of the test indicator water. Dry off the battery with a
window varies between cloth or paper towel. Coat the
manufacturers. terminals with grease to help prevent
future corrosion.
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On vehicles with navigation system Clean the interior. Make sure the
The navigation system will also carpeting, floor mats, etc., are
disable itself. The next time you turn completely dry.
on the ignition switch, the system
will require you to enter a PIN
before it can be used. Refer to the
navigation system manual.
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Leave the parking brake off. Put Support the front wiper blade
the transmission in reverse arms with a folded towel or rag so
(manual) or Park (automatic). they do not touch the windshield.
Leave one window open slightly (if Cover the vehicle with a
the vehicle is being stored ‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made
indoors). from a porous material such as
Maintenance
cotton. Non-porous materials, such
Disconnect the battery. as plastic sheeting, trap moisture,
which can damage the paint.
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Main Menu
Taking Care of the Unexpected
Use the compact spare tire as a Follow these precautions: INDICATOR LOCATION MARK
temporary replacement only. Get
your regular tire repaired or replaced, Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
and put it back on your vehicle as
soon as you can. This tire gives a harsher ride and
less traction on some road
Check the inflation pressure of the surfaces. Use greater caution
compact spare tire every time you while driving.
check the other tires. It should be
inflated to: Do not mount snow chains on the
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) compact spare tire.
TREAD WEAR INDICATOR BAR
Do not use your compact spare
tire on another vehicle unless it is Replace the tire when you can see
the same make and model. the tread wear indicator bars. The
replacement should be the same size
The low tire pressure indicator and design tire, mounted on the
comes on and stays on after you same wheel. The spare tire is not
replace the flat tire with the designed to be mounted on a regular
compact spare tire. After several wheel, and the spare wheel is not
miles (kilometers) driving with the designed for mounting a regular tire.
compact spare tire, the TPMS
indicator comes on and the low
tire pressure indicator goes off.
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If you have a flat tire while driving, TRUNK FLOOR TOOL KIT 2. Turn on the hazard warning lights,
stop in a safe place to change it. and turn the ignition switch to the
Drive slowly along the shoulder until LOCK (0) position. Have all
you get to an exit or an area that is passengers get out of the vehicle
far away from the traffic lanes. while you change the tire.
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JACKING POINT
6. Take the jack out of the tool kit 7. Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turn 8. Place the jack under the jacking
case. with the wheel nut wrench. point nearest the tire you need to
change. Turn the end bracket
clockwise until the top of the jack
contacts the jacking point. Make
sure the jacking point tab is
resting in the jack notch.
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WHEEL NUT
9. Use the extension and the wheel LX model 11.Before mounting the spare tire,
nut wrench as shown to raise the Do not attempt to forcibly pry the wipe any dirt off the mounting
vehicle until the flat tire is off the wheel cover off with a screwdriver or surface of the wheel and hub with
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14.Tighten the wheel nuts securely in 15.Remove the center cap (if
the same crisscross pattern. Have equipped) before storing the flat
the wheel nut torque checked at tire in the trunk well.
the nearest automotive service
facility.
Tighten the wheel nuts to:
80 lbf·ft (108 N·m , 11 kgf·m)
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TAB
Store the wheel, jack, and tools
SPACER CONE
securely before driving.
16.Place the flat tire face down in the To remove the spacer cone, squeeze
spare tire well. the tabs on the wing bolt to 20.Store the wheel cover or center
disengage it from the center of the cap in the trunk. Make sure it does
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Diagnosing why the engine won’t Nothing Happens or the Starter Turn the ignition switch to the
start falls into two areas, depending Motor Operates Very Slowly START (III) position. If the
on what you hear when you turn the When you turn the ignition switch to headlights do not dim, check the
ignition switch to the START (III) the START (III) position, you do not condition of the fuses. If the fuses
position: hear the normal noise of the engine are OK, there is probably
trying to start. You may hear a something wrong with the
You hear nothing, or almost clicking sound, a series of clicks, or electrical circuit for the ignition
nothing. The engine’s starter nothing at all. switch or starter motor. You will
motor does not operate at all, or need a qualified mechanic to
operates very slowly. Check these things: determine the problem (see
Emergency Towing on page 379 ).
You can hear the starter motor Check the transmission interlock.
operating normally, or the starter If you have a manual transmission, If the headlights dim noticeably or
motor sounds like it is spinning the clutch pedal must be pushed go out when you try to start the
faster than normal, but the engine all the way to the floor or the engine, either the battery is dis-
does not start up and run. starter will not operate. With an charged or the connections are
automatic transmission, it must be corroded. Check the condition of
in Park or neutral. the battery connections (see page
351 ). You can then try jump
Turn the ignition switch to the ON starting the vehicle from a booster
(II) position. Turn on the battery (see page 364 ).
headlights, and check their
brightness. If the headlights are
very dim or do not come on at all,
the battery is discharged. See
Jump Starting on page 364 .
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2.4 engine models with automatic 2.4 engine models with manual
V6 models BOOSTER BATTERY transmission transmission
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5. If the booster battery is in another Keep the ends of the jumper cables
vehicle, have an assistant start away from each other and any metal
that vehicle and run it at a fast idle. on the vehicle until everything is
disconnected. Otherwise, you may
6. Start the vehicle. If the starter cause an electrical short.
motor still operates slowly, check
that the jumper cables have good
metal-to-metal contact.
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6. If you do not find an obvious leak, 8. Using gloves or a large heavy 10.Put the radiator cap back on
check the coolant level in the cloth, turn the radiator cap tightly. Run the engine, and check
radiator reserve tank. Add coolant counterclockwise, without pushing the temperature gauge. If it goes
if the level is below the MIN mark. down, to the first stop. After the back to the red mark, the engine
pressure releases, push down on needs repair (see Emergency
7. If there was no coolant in the the cap, and turn it until it comes Towing on page 379 ).
reserve tank, you may need to add off.
coolant to the radiator. Let the 11.If the temperature stays normal,
engine cool down until the pointer 9. Start the engine, and set the check the coolant level in the
reaches the middle of the tempera- temperature to maximum heat radiator reserve tank. If it has
ture gauge, or lower, before check- (climate control to AUTO at gone down, add coolant to the
ing the radiator. ‘‘ ’’). Add coolant to the MAX mark. Put the cap back on
radiator up to the base of the filler tightly.
neck. If you do not have the
proper coolant mixture available,
Removing the radiator cap you can add plain water.
while the engine is hot can Remember to have the cooling
cause the coolant to spray out, system drained and refilled with
seriously scalding you. the proper mixture as soon as you
can.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator 1. Safely pull off the road, and shut Charging System Indicator
This indicator should never off the engine. Turn on the hazard If the charging system
come on when the engine is warning lights. indicator comes on brightly
running. If it starts flashing or stays when the engine is running, the
on, the oil pressure has dropped very 2. Let the vehicle sit for a minute. battery is not being charged.
low or lost pressure. Serious engine Open the hood, and check the oil
damage is possible, and you should level (see page 266 ). An engine Immediately turn off all electrical
take immediate action. very low on oil can lose pressure accessories. Try not to use other
during cornering and other driving electrically operated controls such as
maneuvers. the power windows. Keep the engine
running; starting the engine will
Running the engine with low oil 3. If necessary, add oil to bring the discharge the battery rapidly.
pressure can cause serious mechanical level back to the full mark on the
damage almost immediately. Turn of f dipstick (see page 316 ). Go to a service station or garage
the engine as soon as you can saf ely get where you can get technical
the vehicle stopped. 4. Start the engine and watch the oil assistance.
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If this indicator comes on If the indicator comes on repeatedly, these codes are set. If they are not
while driving, it means one even though it may go off as you set, the test cannot be completed.
of the engine’s emissions control continue driving, have your vehicle
systems may have a problem. Even checked by a dealer as soon as If the battery in your vehicle has
though you may feel no difference in possible. been disconnected or gone dead,
your vehicle’s performance, it can these codes may be erased. It can
reduce your fuel economy and cause take several days of driving under
increased emissions. Continued various conditions to set the codes
operation may cause serious damage. If you keep driving with the again.
malf unction indicator lamp on, you can
If you have recently refueled your damage your vehicle’s emissions To check if they are set, turn the
vehicle, the indicator coming on controls and engine. Those repairs may ignition switch to the ON (II)
could be due to a loose or missing not be covered by your vehicle’s position, without starting the engine.
fuel fill cap. Tighten the cap until it warranties. The malfunction indicator lamp will
clicks at least once. Tightening the come on for 20 seconds. If it then
cap will not turn the indicator off If your vehicle has an automatic goes off, the readiness codes are set.
immediately; it can take several days transmission, the malfunction If it blinks five times, the readiness
of normal driving. indicator lamp may also come on codes are not set. If possible, do not
with the ‘‘D’’ indicator. take your vehicle for an emissions
test until the readiness codes are set.
Readiness Codes Refer to Emissions Testing for
Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readiness more information (see page 397 ).
codes’’ that are part of the on-board
diagnostics for the emissions
systems. In some states, part of the
emissions testing is to make sure
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U.S. Canada However, if the brake pedal does not Slow down by shifting to a lower
feel normal, you should take gear, and pull to the side of the road
immediate action. A problem in one when it is safe. Because of the long
The brake system indicator normally part of the system’s dual circuit distance needed to stop, it is
comes on when you turn the ignition design will still give you braking at hazardous to drive the vehicle. You
switch to the ON (II) position, and as two wheels. You will feel the brake should have it towed and repaired as
a reminder to check the parking pedal go down much farther before soon as possible (see Emergency
brake. It will stay on if you do not the vehicle begins to slow down, and Towing on page 379 ).
fully release the parking brake. you will have to press harder on the
pedal. If you must drive the vehicle a short
If the brake system indicator comes distance in this condition, drive
on while driving, the brake fluid level slowly and carefully.
is probably low. Press lightly on the
brake pedal to see if it feels normal. If the ABS indicator and the VSA
If it does, check the brake fluid level system indicator come on with the
the next time you stop at a service brake system indicator, have your
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NOTCH
The vehicle’s fuses are contained in The passenger’s side interior fuse The under-hood fuse box is on the
three fuse boxes. box is on the lower right side panel. driver’s side. To open it, push the
To remove the fuse box lid, put your tabs as shown.
The driver’s side interior fuse box is finger in the notch on the lid, and
under the dashboard on the driver’s pull it upward slightly, then pull it
side. The fuse label is attached on toward you and take it out of its
the side panel. hinges.
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4. Check the smaller fuses in the 5. Look for a blown wire inside the Your vehicle has spare fuses on the
under-hood fuse box and all the fuse. If it is blown, replace it with back of the under-hood fuse box
fuses in the interior fuse boxes by one of the spare fuses of the same cover.
pulling out each one with the fuse rating or lower.
puller provided on the back of the
under-hood fuse box cover.
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*: If equipped
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If your vehicle needs to be towed, If, due to damage, your vehicle must
call a professional towing service or be towed with the front wheels on
organization. Never tow your vehicle the ground, do this: Improper towing preparation will
with just a rope or chain. It is very damage the transmission. Follow the
dangerous. Manual transmission: above procedure exactly. If you cannot
Release the parking brake. shif t the transmission or start the
There are two ways to tow your Shift the transmission to neutral. engine (automatic transmission), your
vehicle: Leave the ignition switch in the vehicle must be transported with the
ACCESSORY (I) position so the f ront wheels of f the ground.
Flat-bed Equipment − The operator steering wheel does not lock.
loads your vehicle on the back of a With the front wheels on the ground,
truck. This is the best way to Automatic transmission: do not tow the vehicle more than 50
transport your vehicle. Start the engine. miles (80 km), and keep the speed
Press on the brake pedal. Move below 35 mph (55 km/h).
Wheel-lift Equipment − The tow the shift lever through all its
truck uses two pivoting arms that go positions.
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Trying to lif t or tow your vehicle by the The steering system can be damaged if
bumpers will cause serious damage. the steering wheel is locked. Leave the
The bumpers are not designed to ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I)
support the vehicle’s weight. position, and make sure the steering
wheel turns f reely bef ore you begin
towing.
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CERTIFICATION LABEL
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AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
NUMBER
ENGINE NUMBER
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER
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Lights Fuses
Headlights High 12 V − 60 W (HB3) Interior Driver’s side See page 377 or the fuse label
Low 12 V − 51 W (HB4) attached on the side panel.
Front turn signal/parking lights 12 V − 21/5 W Passenger’s side See page 378 or the fuse label
Front side marker lights 12 V − 3 CP attached to the inside of the fuse
Rear turn signal lights 12 V − 21 W (Amber) box door.
Back-up lights 12 V − 21 W Under-hood See page 376 or the fuse box
Stop/taillights 12 V − 21/5 W cover.
License plate lights 12 V − 5W
High-mount brake light 12 V − 21 W Tires
Ceiling light 12 V − 8W Size Front/Rear P215/60R16 94H *1
Spotlights 12 V − 8W P225/50R17 93V *2
Trunk light 12 V − 5W Spare T135/80D16 101M
Front door courtesy lights 12 V − 2 CP Pressure Front/Rear 30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm ) *1
Vanity mirror lights 12 V − 1.1 W 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) *2
Spare 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )
Battery
Capacity 12 V − 36 AH/5 HR *1 : LX, LX-P
12 V − 38 AH/5 HR *2 : EX, EX-L
12 V − 45 AH/20 HR
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12 V − 47 AH/20 HR Alignment
12 V − 52 AH/5 HR * Toe-in Front 0.00 in (0.0 mm)
12 V − 65 AH/20 HR * Rear 0.08 in (2.0 mm)
Camber Front 0°
* : PZEV engine model Rear −1°
Caster Front 3°48’
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Lights Fuses
Headlights High 12 V − 60 W (HB3) Interior Driver’s side See page 377 or the fuse label
Low 12 V − 51 W (HB4) attached on the side panel.
Front turn signal/parking lights 12 V − 21/5 W Passenger’s side See page 378 or the fuse label
Front side marker lights 12 V − 3 CP attached to the inside of the fuse
Fog lights* 12 V − 55 W (HI1) box door.
Rear turn signal lights 12 V − 21 W (Amber) Under-hood See page 376 or the fuse box
Back-up lights 12 V − 21 W cover.
License plate lights 12 V − 5W
High-mount brake light 12 V − 21 W Tires
Ceiling light 12 V − 8W Size Front/Rear P225/50R17 93V
Spotlights 12 V − 8W Spare T135/80D16 101M
Trunk light 12 V − 5W Pressure Front/Rear 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm )
Front door courtesy lights 12 V − 2 CP Spare 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )
Vanity mirror lights 12 V − 1.1 W
Alignment
* : If equipped Toe-in Front 0.00 in (0.0 mm)
Rear 0.08 in (2.0 mm)
Battery Camber Front 0°
Capacity 12 V − 72 AH/20 HR Rear −1°
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12 V − 60 AH/5 HR Caster Front 3°48’
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laboratory test wheel than the
minimum required by law.
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The tires that came on your vehicle Tire Size 93 − Load index (a numerical code
have a number of markings. Those Whenever tires are replaced, they associated with the maximum
you should be aware of are described should be replaced with tires of the load the tire can carry).
below. same size. Following is an example
of tire size with an explanation of V − Speed symbol (an
Tire Labeling Example what each component means. alphabetical code indicating
(1) the maximum speed rating).
P225/50R17 93V
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
P − Vehicle type (P indicates The tire identification number (TIN)
passenger vehicle). is a group of numbers and letters
that look like the following example.
225 − Tire width in millimeters. TIN is located on the sidewall of the
tire.
50 − Aspect ratio (the tire’s section
height as a percentage of its DOT B97R FW6X 2202
width).
DOT − This indicates that the tire
(4) (1) R − Tire construction code (R meets all requirements of
indicates radial). the U.S. Department of
(3) (2) Transportation.
(1) Tire Size 17 − Rim diameter in inches.
(2) Tire Identification Number (TIN) B97R − Manufacturer’s
(3) Maximum Tire Pressure identification mark.
(4) Maximum Tire Load
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Each tire, including the spare (if As an added safety feature, your Driving on a significantly under-
provided), should be checked vehicle has been equipped with a tire inflated tire causes the tire to
monthly when cold and inflated to pressure monitoring system (TPMS) overheat and can lead to tire failure.
the inflation pressure recommended that illuminates a low tire pressure Under-inflation also reduces fuel
by the vehicle manufacturer on the telltale efficiency and tire tread life, and may
vehicle placard or tire inflation affect the vehicle’s handling and
pressure label. stopping ability.
(If your vehicle has tires of a when one or more of your tires is Please note that the TPMS is not a
different size than the size indicated significantly under-inflated. substitute for proper tire
on the vehicle placard or tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s
inflation pressure label, you should Accordingly, when the low tire responsibility to maintain correct tire
determine the proper tire inflation pressure telltale illuminates, you pressure, even if under-inflation has
pressure for those tires.) should stop and check your tires as not reached the level to trigger
soon as possible, and inflate them to illumination of the TPMS low tire
the proper pressure. pressure telltale.
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Your vehicle has also been equipped Always check the TPMS malfunction
with a TPMS malfunction indicator telltale after replacing one or more
to indicate when the system is not tires or wheels on your vehicle to
operating properly. The TPMS ensure that the replacement or
malfunction indicator is provided by alternate tires and wheels allow the
a separate telltale, which displays the TPMS to continue to function
symbol ‘‘TPMS’’ when illuminated. properly.
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installation of replacement or
alternate tires or wheels on the
vehicle that prevent the TPMS from
functioning properly.
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The burning of gasoline in your The Clean Air Act intake manifold. They are then
vehicle’s engine produces several by- The United States Clean Air Act* drawn into the engine and burned.
products. Some of these are carbon sets standards for automobile
monoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen emissions. It also requires that Evaporative Emissions Control
(NOx), and hydrocarbons (HC). automobile manufacturers explain to System
Gasoline evaporating from the tank owners how their emissions controls As gasoline evaporates in the fuel
also produces hydrocarbons. Con- work and what to do to maintain tank, an evaporative emissions
trolling the production of NOx, CO, them. This section summarizes how control canister filled with charcoal
and HC is important to the environ- the emissions controls work. adsorbs the vapor. It is stored in this
ment. Under certain conditions of canister while the engine is off. After
*
sunlight and climate, NOx and HC In Canada, Honda vehicles comply the engine is started and warmed up,
react to form photochemical ‘‘smog.’’ with the Canadian emission the vapor is drawn into the engine
Carbon monoxide does not contri- requirements, as specified in an and burned during driving.
bute to smog creation, but it is a agreement with Environment
poisonous gas. Canada, at the time they are Onboard Refueling Vapor
manufactured. Recovery
The onboard refueling vapor
Crankcase Emissions Control recovery (ORVR) system captures
System the fuel vapors during refueling. The
Your vehicle has a positive vapors are adsorbed in a canister
crankcase ventilation system. This filled with activated carbon. While
keeps gasses that build up in the driving, the fuel vapors are drawn
engine’s crankcase from going into into the engine and burned off.
the atmosphere. The positive
crankcase ventilation valve routes
them from the crankcase back to the
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Exhaust Emissions Controls then controls how much fuel to inject Replacement Parts
The exhaust emissions controls under all operating conditions. The emissions control systems are
include three or four systems: PGM- designed and certified to work to-
FI, ignition timing control, exhaust Ignition Timing Control System gether in reducing emissions to
gas recirculation (V6 models), and This system constantly adjusts the levels that comply with the Clean Air
three way catalytic converter. These ignition timing, reducing the amount Act. To make sure the emissions
three or four systems work together of HC, CO, and NOx produced. remain low, you should use only new
to control the engine’s combustion Honda replacement parts or their
and minimize the amount of HC, CO, Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) equivalent for repairs. Using lower
and NOx that come out the tailpipe. System quality parts may increase the
The exhaust emissions control V6 models emissions from your vehicle.
systems are separate from the The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR)
crankcase and evaporative emissions system takes some of the exhaust The emissions control systems are
control systems. gas and routes it back into the intake covered by warranties separate from
manifold. Adding exhaust gas to the the rest of your vehicle. Read your
PGM-FI System air/fuel mixture reduces the amount warranty manual for more informa-
The PGM-FI system uses sequential of NOx produced when the fuel is tion.
multiport fuel injection. It has three burned.
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subsystems: air intake, engine
control, and fuel control. The Three Way Catalytic Converter
powertrain control module (PCM) in The three way catalytic converter is
automatic transmission vehicles or in the exhaust system. Through
the engine control module (ECM) in chemical reactions, it converts HC,
manual transmission vehicles uses CO, and NOx in the engine’s exhaust
various sensors to determine how to carbon dioxide (CO2), nitrogen
much air is going into the engine. It (N2), and water vapor.
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Testing of Readiness Codes If the testing facility determines that 4. Without touching the accelerator
If you take your vehicle for an the readiness codes are not set, you pedal, start the engine, and let it
emissions test shortly after the will be requested to return at a later idle for 20 seconds.
battery has been disconnected or date to complete the test. If you must
gone dead, it may not pass the test. get the vehicle retested within the 5. Keep the vehicle in Park
This is because of certain ‘‘readiness next two or three days, you can (automatic) or neutral (manual).
codes’’ that must be set in the on- condition the vehicle for retesting by Increase the engine speed to 2,000
board diagnostics for the emissions doing the following. rpm, and hold it there until the
systems. These codes are erased temperature gauge rises to at least
when the battery is disconnected, 1. Make sure the gas tank is nearly, 1/4 of the scale (about 3 minutes).
and set again only after several days but not completely, full (around
of driving under a variety of 3/4). 6. Without touching the accelerator
conditions. pedal, let the engine idle for 20
2. Make sure the vehicle has been seconds.
parked with the engine off for 6
hours or more.
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temperature is between 40° and
95°F.
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Warranty and Customer Relations
Honda dealership personnel are Canadian Owners: When you call or write, please give
trained professionals. They should Customer Relations us this information:
be able to answer all your questions. Honda Canada Inc.
If you encounter a problem that your 715 Milner Avenue Vehicle Identification Number
dealership does not solve to your Toronto, ON (see page 382 )
satisfaction, please discuss it with M1B 2K8
the dealership’s management. The Name and address of the dealer
service manager or general manager Tel: 1-888-9-HONDA-9 who services your vehicle
can help. Almost all problems are Fax: Toll-free 1-877-939-0909
solved in this way. Toronto (416) 287-4776 Date of purchase
If you are dissatisfied with the In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Mileage on your vehicle
decision made by the dealership’s Islands:
management, contact your Honda Vortex Motor Corp. Your name, address, and tele-
Customer Service Office. Bella International phone number
P.O. Box 190816
U.S. Owners: San Juan, PR 00919-0816 A detailed description of the
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. problem
Automobile Customer Service Tel: (787) 620-7546
Mail Stop 500-2N-7A Name of the dealer who sold the
1919 Torrance Boulevard vehicle to you
Torrance, California 90501-2746
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U.S. Owners Seat Belt Limited Warranty − a seat Replacement Battery Limited
Your new vehicle is covered by these belt that fails to function properly is Warranty − provides prorated
warranties: covered by a limited warranty. coverage for a replacement battery
Please read your warranty booklet purchased from your dealer.
New Vehicle Limited Warranty − for details.
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If you believe that your vehicle has a If NHTSA receives similar com- To contact NHTSA, you may call the
defect which could cause a crash or plaints, it may open an investigation, Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at
could cause injury or death, you and if it finds that a safety defect 1-888-327-4236
should immediately inform the exists in a group of vehicles, it may (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to
National Highway Traffic Safety order a recall and remedy campaign. http://www.saf ercar.gov; or write to:
Administration (NHTSA), in addition However, NHTSA cannot become Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New
to notifying American Honda Motor involved in individual problems Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington,
Co., Inc. between you, your dealer, or DC 20590.You can also obtain other
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. information about motor vehicle
safety from http://www.saf ercar.gov.
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61TA001 2008 Honda Accord 2/4 door V6 Describes the procedures involved in the replacement
Service Manual Supplement of damaged body parts.
61TA000EL 2008 Honda 2/4 Door L4/V6
Electrical Troubleshooting Manual
61TA030 2008 Honda 2/4 door Body Repair Manual
31TA5600 2008 Honda Accord 4-door Owner’s Manual
31TA5800 2008 Honda Accord
Navigation System Owner’s Manual
31TA5M00 2008 Honda Accord Honda Service History
31TA5Q00 2008 Honda Accord 4-door Quick Start Guide
HON-R Order Form for Previous Years-
Indicate Year and Model Desired
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Automatic Speed Control.............. 223 Bulb Replacement ..................... 334 CAUTION, Explanation of .............. iii
Automatic Transmission............... 284 Fluid ............................................ 326
Capacity, Fluid ................... 384, 386 Parking ........................................ 109 CONTINUED
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Towing ........................................ 379 Oxygenated ................................ 261
Emergency Brake .......................... 109 Fan, Interior ........................... 121, 128 Tank, Refueling ......................... 261
Emergency Flashers ....................... 73 Features .......................................... 119
Emergency Towing ....................... 379 Filling the Fuel Tank ..................... 261 CONTINUED
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Manual Transmission Fluid ......... 325
J Glove Box ................................... 113 Meters, Gauges.......................... 55, 63
Lockout Prevention ..................... 80
Jacking up the Vehicle .................. 358 Power Door .................................. 79 CONTINUED
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Methanol in Gasoline .....................261 Onboard Refueling Vapor Protecting Adults and Teens.......... 11
Mirrors, Adjusting ......................... 101 Recovery ..................................... 394 Additional Safety Precautions .... 17
Modifications Your Vehicle .......... 272 Outside Mirrors ............................. 101 Advice for Pregnant Women...... 16
Moonroof ........................................ 107 Outside Temperature Indicator ..... 65 Protecting Children ......................... 33
Overheating, Engine ..................... 367 General Guidelines ...................... 33
N Owner’s Maintenance Checks ..... 312 Protecting Infants ........................ 38
Oxygenated Fuels.......................... 261 Protecting Larger Children ........ 47
Neutral Gear Position.................... 285 Protecting Small Children .......... 39
New Vehicle Break-in ................... 260 P Using Child Seats with
Normal Shift Speeds...................... 283 Tethers...................................... 46
NOTICE, Explanation of .................... i Panel Brightness Control ............... 72 Using LATCH .............................. 42
Numbers, Identification ................ 382 Park Gear Position......................... 285
Parking ............................................ 289 R
O Parking Brake ................................ 109
Parking Brake and Brake Radiator Overheating .................... 367
Octane Requirement, Gasoline .... 260 System Indicator .................. 57, 371 Radio/CD Sound System .............. 133
Odometer .......................................... 64 Parking Lights.................................. 69 Radio Theft Protection.................. 213
Oil Parking Over Things that Burn ... 396 Readiness Codes ............................ 397
Change, How to ......................... 318 Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ..... 30 Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement ... 334
Change, When to ....................... 307 PGM-FI System.............................. 395 Rear Seat, Folding ........................... 97
Checking Engine ....................... 266 Pollen Filter .................................... 339 Rear View Mirror........................... 101
Pressure Indicator ............... 56, 369 Power Door Locks ........................... 79 Rear Window Defogger .................. 74
Selecting Proper Viscosity Power Seat Adjustments ................. 92 Reclining the Seat Backs .......... 92, 93
Chart ....................................... 317 Power Socket Locations................ 111 Recommended Shift Speeds ........ 283
ON (Ignition Key Position) ............ 78 Power Windows ............................. 103 Refueling ......................................... 261
Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts .......... 16
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Reminder Indicators ........................ 56 Seat Belts ...................................... 8, 18 Shift Lock Release ......................... 287
Remote Transmitter ........................ 86 Additional Information ................ 18 Side Airbags ................................. 9, 27
Replacement Information Automatic Seat Belt How Your Side Airbags Work.... 27
Engine Oil and Filter ................. 318 Tensioners ................................ 19 How the Side Airbag Off
Fuses ........................................... 372 Cleaning ...................................... 338 Indicator Works ....................... 29
Light Bulbs ................................. 329 Lap/Shoulder Belt ................. 14, 19 Side Curtain Airbags ................... 9, 28
Timing Belt ................................. 328 Maintenance ................................. 20 How Your Side Curtain
Tires ............................................ 348 Reminder Indicator and Airbags Work ........................... 28
Wiper Blades .............................. 340 Beeper ................................. 18, 56 Signaling Turns ................................ 69
Replacing Seat Belts After a System Components.................... 18 Snow Tires ...................................... 349
Crash ............................................. 20 Use During Pregnancy................ 16 Sound System ................................. 133
Reserve Tank, Coolant.......... 267, 320 Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt .... 19 Spare Tire
Restraint, Child ................................ 33 Seats Inflating ....................................... 356
Reverse Gear Position................... 285 Adjusting.................................. 92-94 Specifications ..................... 385, 387
Rotation, Tire ................................. 347 Folding .......................................... 97 Spark Plugs............................. 384, 386
Heaters........................................ 100 Specifications ......................... 384, 386
S Security System ............................. 217 Speed Control ................................. 223
Select/Reset Knob .......................... 63 Speed Limiter ......................... 283, 287
Safety Belts................................... 8, 18 Selecting a Child Seat ...................... 40 Speedometer .................................... 63
Safety Defects, Reporting* .......... 402 Selector Knob (Disc Changer) .... 149
Safety Features .................................. 7 Serial Number ................................ 382
Airbags ............................................ 9 Service Minder ............................... 307
Seat Belts ........................................ 8 Service Manual* ............................ 403
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Safety Labels, Location of .............. 52 Service Station Procedures .......... 261
Safety Messages ............................... iii Setting the Clock ........................... 214
Satellite Radio, XM ................ 157, 187 Shift Lever Position Indicators .... 284 CONTINUED
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SRS, Additional Information........... 21 Sun Visors ....................................... 114 Tire Information ............................ 390
Additional Safety Precautions .... 31 Sunglasses Holder ......................... 113 Tire Labeling .................................. 390
Airbag Service .............................. 31 Supplemental Restraint Tire Pressure Monitoring
Airbag System Components ....... 21 System................................... 9, 21 System (TPMS) ............. 295, 392
How the Passenger Airbag Off Servicing ....................................... 31 Low Tire Pressure
Indicator Works ....................... 30 SRS Indicator.......................... 29, 57 Indicator............................ 59, 295
How the Side Airbag Off System Components.................... 21 Required Federal
Indicator Works ....................... 29 Synthetic Oil ................................... 317 Explanation............................. 392
How the SRS Indicator Works ... 29 TPMS Indicator ................... 59, 296
How Your Front Airbags T Tires ................................................ 343
Works ........................................ 23 Air Pressure ............................... 344
How Your Side Airbags Works .. 27 Taking Care of the Unexpected .. 355 Chains ......................................... 349
How Your Side Curtain Airbags Technical Descriptions Checking Wear .......................... 345
Work.......................................... 28 DOT Tire Quality Grading ....... 388 Compact Spare ........................... 356
SRS Indicator.............................. 29, 57 Emissions Control Systems ...... 394 DOT Tire Quality Grading ....... 388
START (Ignition Key Position) ..... 78 Three Way Catalytic Inflation ....................................... 343
Starting the Engine........................ 281 Converter ................................ 396 Inspection ................................... 345
In Cold Weather at High Temperature Gauge ........................ 66 Replacing .................................... 348
Altitude ................................... 281 Temperature, Outside ..................... 65 Rotating....................................... 347
With a Dead Battery ................. 364 Tether Anchorage Points ............... 46 Service Life ................................. 346
Steam Coming from Engine ......... 367 Theft Protection, Radio................. 213 Snow ............................................ 349
Steering Wheel Three Way Catalytic Converter ... 396 Specifications ..................... 385, 387
Adjustments ................................. 75 Time, Setting the ........................... 214 Tools, Tire Changing .................... 357
Anti-theft Column Lock .............. 78 Timing Belt ..................................... 328
Steering Wheel Buttons........ 211, 232 Tire Chains ..................................... 349
Stereo Sound System .................... 133 Tire, How to Change a Flat .......... 357
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Unexpected, Taking Care of Warning Labels, Location of .......... 52
the ................................................ 355 Warranty Coverages* ................... 401
Uniform Tire Quality Grading ..... 388
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DEALER’S SIGNATURE
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