2005 HONDA ELEMENT CD changer

The standard audio system has
many f eatures. This section de-
scribes those f eatures and how to
use them. (If you selected an
optional audio system, ref er to the
operating instructions that came
with it.) The heating and air conditioning
systems in your vehicle provide a
comf ortable driving environment in
all weather conditions.
Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio
system that requires a code number
to enable it................
Vents, Heating, and A/C . 90
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Air Flow Controls .91
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Ventilation .92
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Using the Heater .92
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Using the A/C .92
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Dehumidif y the Interior . 93
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To Def og and Def rost . 93
To Remove Exterior Frost ......
or Ice From the Windows . 93
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Playing the AM/FM Radio . 94
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AM/FM Radio Reception . 98
Playing the XM ...........................
Satellite Radio .100
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Playing a Disc .106
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Protecting Your Discs . 113
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Disc Player Error Messages . 114
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Disc Changer Error Messages . 115
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Radio Thef t Protection . 116
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Setting the Clock .117
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Cruise Control .119
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Features
Features
89

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´ If you select an empty slot in the
magazine, the changer will search
f or the next available disc to load and
play.
The auxiliary input jack is on the
dashboard next to the accessory
power socket. The system will accept
auxiliary input f rom standard audio
accessories.
When the accessory is connected to
the auxiliary input jack, press the
AUX button to select it.
See pages and for
inf ormation on error messages.
For inf ormation on how to handle
and protect discs, see page . To select the disc changer, press the
CD/AUX button. The disc and track
numbers will be displayed. To select
a dif f erent disc, use the preset 5
(DISC ) or the preset 6 (DISC )
button. To select the previous disc,
press the preset 5 (DISC ), or the
preset 6 (DISC ) to select the next
disc in sequence. Load the desired discs in the
magazine, and load the magazine in
the changer according to the
instructions that came with the unit. An optional six disc changer is
available f or your vehicle. This disc
changer uses the same controls used
f or the in-dash disc player or the
radio.
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114
On EX models
LX model only
Auxiliary Input Jack
Audio System Malf unction
Protecting DiscsOperating the Optional Disc
Changer
Playing a Disc
112

Indication
If you see an error message in the
display while playing a disc, f ind the
cause in the chart to the right. If you
cannot clear the error message, take
the vehicle to your dealer. Solution
Cause
Press the magazine eject button, and pull the
magazine out.
If the message does not disappear or the
magazine cannot be pulled out, see your dealer.
Insert disc.
Press the magazine eject button, and pull the
magazine out. Check for an error message, and
insert the magazine again. If the message does
not disappear or the magazine cannot be pulled
out, see your dealer.
Will disappear when the temperature returns to
normal.
Insert magazine.
FOCUS error
No disc in the magazine
Mechanical error
High temperature
No magazine in the
changer
:EX models
:Except EX models
Disc Changer Error Messages
Features
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Capacities Chart .222
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 47
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Carring Cargo .130
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CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
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CD Care .113
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CD Changer .112
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CD Error Message .114
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CD Changer Error Message . 115
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CD Player .106
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Ceiling Pocket .86
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Certif ication Label .220
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Chains .192
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Changing a Flat Tire .197
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Changing Oil .171
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How to .171
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When to .165
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Charging System Indicator . 54,209
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 137
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Child Saf ety .30
Child Seats ......
LATCH Anchorage System . 39
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Lower Anchors .39
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Tether Anchorage Points . 43
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Cleaning the Body Panels . 178..............................................
Clock .117
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Clock, Setting the .117
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Clutch Fluid .177
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CO in the Exhaust .227
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Cold Weather, Starting in . 138
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Compact Spare .196
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Consumer Inf ormation . 234
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Controls, Instruments and . 51
Coolant ........................................
Adding .173
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Checking .126
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Proper Solution .173
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Temperature Gauge . 59
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .227
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Cruise Control Indicator . 56
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Cruise Control Operation . 119
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Customer Service Of f ice . 234
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DANGER, Explanation of . ii
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Dashboard .4, 52
Daytime Running Lights ...................................
Indicator .56
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Dead Battery .205 ............
Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 236
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Def og and Def rost .91
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 63
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Def rosting the Windows . 93
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Dimensions .222
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Dimming the Headlights . 62
Dipstick ..........
Automatic Transmission . 175
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Engine Oil .126
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Directional Signals .62
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 147
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Disposal of Used Oil .172
Doors ..............
Locking and Unlocking . 70
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Power Door Locks .70
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 224
Downshif ting, Manual .............................
Transmission .139
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Driver and Passenger Safety . 7
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Driving .135
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Economy .127
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Driving Guidelines .136
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 185
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