2005 HONDA ELEMENT high beam

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ÎThe U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or the Canadian models are noted in the text.
Instrument Panel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM
INDICATOR
MAINTENANCE
REQUIRED INDICATOR DOOR-OPEN
INDICATOR
CRUISE CONTROL
INDICATOR
LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR
PARKING BRAKE AND
BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR LOW FUEL INDICATOR
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
TAILGATE AND HATCH
OPEN INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR
SEAT BELT
REMINDER
INDICATOR
SIDE AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
(P.57)
(P.55)(P.
56)
(P.55)
(P.55)(P.57)
(P.57)
(P.55)
(P.56)
(P.56)
(P.54)
(P.54,
210)
(P.54, 209)
(P.54,
211)
(P.54,
209)
CHECK FUEL CAP
INDICATOR(P. 59)

This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to ON (II)
with the headlight switch off and the
parking brake set. It should go of f if
youturnontheheadlightsorrelease
the parking brake. If it comes on at
any other time, it means there is a
problem with the DRL. There may
also be a problem with the high
beam headlights.This indicator comes on with the
high beam headlights. For more
inf ormation, see page .
This indicator comes on as a
reminder that you must ref uel soon.
The lef t or right turn signal indicator
blinks when you signal a lane change
or turn. If the indicators do not blink
or they blink rapidly, it usually
means one of the turn signal bulbs is
burned out (see page ). Replace
the bulb as soon as possible, since
other drivers cannot see that you are
signaling.
Whenyouturnonthehazard
warning button, both turn signal
indicators blink. All turn signals on
the outside of the vehicle should
flash.
This indicator comes on when you
set the cruise control. See page
f or inf ormation on operating the
cruise control. On Canadian models, this indicator
comes on with reduced brightness
when the daytime running lights
(DRL) are on (see page ).
When the indicator comes on, there
is about 1.6 U.S. gal (6
)of fuel
remaining in the tank bef ore the
needle reaches E. There is a small
reserve of f uel remaining in the tank
when the needle does reach E.
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Canadian models only
If equippedTurn Signal and Hazard Warning
Indicators ‘‘Daytime Running
Lights’’ Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Cruise Control Indicator Low Fuel Indicator
Instrument Panel Indicators
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Push down on the
lef t lever to signal a lef t turn and up
to signal a right turn. To signal a lane
change, push lightly on the lever and
hold it. The lever will return to
center when you release it or
complete a turn. To f lash the high beams, pull the
lever back lightly, then release it.
The high beams will stay on as long
as you hold the lever back.
Turn Signal
OFF
Parking and interior lights
Headlights on
High Beams
Flashhighbeams Turning switch to the
position turns on the parking
lights, taillights, instrument panel
lights, side-marker lights, and rear
license plate lights. Turning the
switch to the position turns on
the headlights. If you leave the lights
on with the key removed from the
ignition switch, you will hear a
reminder tone when you open the
driver’s door. Push the lever back
untilyouhearaclicktoturnonthe
high beams. The blue high beam
indicator will come on (see page ).
Pull the lever back again to low
beams.
With the headlight switch off, the
high beam headlights come on with
reduced brightness when you turn
the ignition switch to ON (II) and
release the parking brake. They
remain on until you turn the ignition
switch of f , even if you set the
parking brake.
The headlights revert to normal
operation when you turn them on
with the switch.
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2.
3.
4.
5.
6. 56
Turn Signal
Daytime Running L ights
Headlights High Beams
(Canadian Models)
Turn Signal and Headlights
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Gas Station Procedures . 124
Gauges ...
Engine Coolant Temperature . 59
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Fuel .58
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission . 141
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Manual Transmission . 139
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Glove Box .87
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 179
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Hatch .71
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 63
Headlights ........................................
Aiming .179
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Daytime Running Lights . 62
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High Beam Indicator . 56
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Reminder Beeper .62
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Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 179
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Turning on .62
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Head Restraints .75
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Heating and Cooling .90
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High Altitude, Starting at . 138
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High-Low Beam Switch . 62
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Hood, Opening and Closing the . 125..............................................
Horn .5,60
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Hydraulic Clutch .177
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Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 220
Ignition ..............................................
Keys .65
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Switch .69
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Timing Control System . 228
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Immobilizer System .66
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Important Safety Precautions . 8
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Indicators, Instrument Panel . 53
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Inf ant Restraint .35
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Inf ant Seats .35
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LATCH Anchorage System . 39
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Lower Anchors .39
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Tether Anchorage Points . 43
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Inf lation, Proper Tire . 187
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Normal Driving .188
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Inside Mirror .82
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Inspection, Tire .189
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Instrument Panel .53
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 63
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Interior Lights .88
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Introduction .i .................
Jacking up the Vehicle . 199
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Jack, Tire .197
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Jump Starting .205
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Keys .65
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Label, Certif ication .220
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Lane Change, Signaling . 62
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Lap/Shoulder Belts . 15,20
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LATCH Anchorage System . 39
Lights ....................
Bulb Replacement .179
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Indicator .53
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Parking .62
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Turn Signal .62
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Load Limits .131
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 69
Locks .......
Anti-thef t Steering Column . 69
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Fuel Fill Door .124
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