This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your vehicle. All the essential
controls are within easy reach............................
Control Locations .54
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Instument Panel .55
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Instument Panel Indicators .57
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Gauges .63
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Odometer .63
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Trip Meter .64
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Fuel Gauge .64
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Temperature Gauge .64
Outside Temperature
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Indicator .65
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Check Fuel Cap Indicator .65
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Maintenance Minder .66
Controls Near the Steering
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Wheel .67
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Windshield Wipers and Washers .68
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Turn Signal and Headlights .69
Automatic Lighting Off .....................................
Feature .70
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Daytime Running Lights .70
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Instrument Panel Brightness .71
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Hazard Warning Button .71
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Rear Window Def ogger .72
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Steering Wheel Adjustment .73
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Keys and Locks .74
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Immobilizer System .75
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Ignition Switch .76 ..........................
Power Door Locks .77
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Remote Transmitter .78
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Trunk .81
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Emergency Trunk Opener .81
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Seats .82
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Manual Seat Adjustments .82
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Power Seat Adjustments .84
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Head Restraints .87
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Folding Rear Seat .88
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Seat Heaters .90
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Power Windows .91
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Moonroof .94
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Mirrors .95
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Parking Brake .96
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Interior Convenience Items .97
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Glove Box .98
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Beverage Holders .98
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Console Compartment .99
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Center CD Pocket .99
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Coin Pocket .100
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Accessory Power Sockets .100
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Sun Visor .101
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Vanity Mirror .101
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Sunglasses Holder .102
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Coat Hook .102
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Interior Lights .102
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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U.S. models
Instrument Panel
Instru m ent sand Cont ro ls
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LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR
CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR
VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM INDICATOR
CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
(ABS) INDICATOR
DOOR AND TRUNK OPEN
MONITOR
SEAT BELT REMINDER
INDICATOR
SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS
INDICATOR
LOW
FUEL INDICATOR
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR
TURN
SIGNAL AND HAZARD
WARNING INDICATORS
IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION
INDICATOR LAMP
CHARGING
SYSTEM
INDICATOR
SECURITY SYSTEM
INDICATOR
(P.57)
(P.59)
LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.60)
(P.57) (P.57)
(P.59) (P.60)
(P.60)
(P.58) (P.60)(P.58)
(P.61)
SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT
SYSTEM
INDICATOR (P.58)(P.57)
(P.61)
MAINTENANCE
MINDER
INDICATOR (P.61)(P.59)
(P.62)
(P.62) (P.62)
(P.62)
EX-V6 with A/T model is shown.
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Canadian models
Instrument Panel
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LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR
CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM INDICATOR
CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
(ABS) INDICATOR
SEAT BELT REMINDER
INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT SYSTEM
INDICATOR
SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR
LOW
FUEL INDICATOR
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR
TURN
SIGNAL AND HAZARD
WARNING INDICATORS
IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION
INDICATOR LAMP
CHARGING
SYSTEM
INDICATOR (P.57)
(P . 59)
LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
(p.60 )
( P.57)
(P.57)
(P.59) (P.60)
(P.60)
(P.58) (P.62)
VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P.62)
(P.62) (P.62)
(P.59)
MAINTENANCE MINDER
INDICATOR (P.61)
DOOR AND TRUNK OPEN
MONITOR (P.61)
(P.57)
(P.58)
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
WASHER
LEVEL INDICATOR (P.60)
(P.61)
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR (P.60)
(P.58)
EX-V6 with A/T model is shown.
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This indicator normally comes on for
a few seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position. If it comes on at any other
time, there is a problem with the
ABS. If this happens, have your
vehicle checked at a dealer. With
this indicator on, your vehicle still
has normal braking ability but no
anti-lock function. For more
info rmation, see page . This
indicator comes on for a few
seconds when you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position. It will
then go off if you have inserted a
properly-coded ignition key. If it is
not a properly-coded key, the
indicator will blink, and the engine
will not start (see page ).
This indicator also blinks several
times when you turn the ignition
switch from the ON (II) position to
the ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK
(0) position. The
left or right turn signal indicator
blinks when you signal a lane change
or turn. If the indicator does not
blink or blinks 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.
When you press the hazard warning
button, both turn signal indicators
blink. All turn signals on the outside
of the vehicle should f lash.
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Anti-lock Brake System
(A BS) Indicator
Immobilizer System
Indicator Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
Instrument Panel Indicators
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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The master key fits all the locks on
your vehicle. The valet key works
only in the ignition and the driver’s
door lock. You can keep the trunk
release handle, rear seat trunk
access, and glove box locked when
you leave your vehicle and the valet
key at a parking f acility.Youshouldhavereceivedakey
number tag with your keys. You will
need this key number if you ever
have to get a lost key replaced. Use
only Honda-approved key blanks.
Protect the keys f rom direct
sunlight, high temperature, and
high humidity.
Donotdropthekeysorsetheavy
objects on them.
Keep the keys away f rom liquids.
If they get wet, dry them
immediately with a sof t cloth.
These keys contain electronic
circuits that are activated by the
immobilizer system. They will not
work to start the engine if the
circuits are damaged.
Keys and Locks
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MASTER
KEY WITH
REMOTE
TRANSMITTER
VALET KEY
(LIGHT GREY)
KEY
NUMBER
TAG
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As required by the FCC:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thef ollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not cause harmf ul interf erence, and(2) this device must accept anyinterf erence received, includinginterf erence that may cause undesiredoperation.
Changes or modif ications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible f orcompliance could void the user’sauthority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with IndustryCanada Standard RSS-210.Operation is subject to the f ollowing twoconditions: (1) this device may not causeinterf erence, and (2) this device mustaccept any interf erence that may causeundesired operation of the device.The system may not recognize your
key’s coding if another immobilizer
key or other metal object (i.e. key
f ob) is near the ignition switch when
you insert the key.
If the system repeatedly does not
recognize the coding of your key,
contact your dealer.
Do not attempt to alter this system
or add other devices to it. Electrical
problems could result that may make
your vehicle undrivable.
If you have lost your key and cannot
start your engine, contact your
dealer.
The immobilizer system protects
your vehicle f rom thef t. If an
improperly-coded key (or other
device) is used, the engine’s f uel
system is disabled.
When you turn the ignition switch to
the ON (II) position, the immobilizer
system indicator should come on f or
a f ew seconds, then go out. If the
indicator starts to blink, it means the
system does not recognize the
coding of the key. Turn the ignition
switch to the LOCK (0) position,
remove the key, reinsert it, and turn
the ignition switch to the ON (II)
position again.
Immobilizer System
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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Apply the parking brake.
In cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories to reduce
the drain on the battery.
Push the clutch pedal down all the
way. The START (III) position
does not function unless the clutch
pedal is pressed.
Make sure the shift lever is in
Park. Press on the brake pedal. If
the engine does not start within
15 seconds, or starts but stalls
right away, repeat step 4 with the
accelerator pedal pressed halfway
down. If the engine starts, release
pressure on the accelerator pedal
so the engine does not race.
If the engine fails to start, press
the accelerator pedal all the way
down, and hold it there while
starting to clear flooding. If the
engine still does not start, return
to step 5.
Without
touching the accelerator
pedal, turn the ignition key to the
START (III) position. Do not hold
the key in the START (III)
position for more than 15 seconds
at a time. If the engine does not
start right away, pause for at least
10 seconds before trying again.
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6.
Manual Transmission:
Automatic Transmission:
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Starting theEngine
Driv ing
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The engine is harder to start in cold
weather. Also, the thinner air found at
altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400
meters) adds to this problem.
T he immobilizer system protects your
vehicle f rom thef t. If an improperly-
coded key (or other device) is used, the
engine’s f uel system is disabled. For
more inf ormation, see page .
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Ifyoufindnothingwrong,youwill
need a qualified technician to find
the problem. Seeon page .
There may be an electrical
problem, such as no power to the
fuel pump. Check all the fuses
(see page ). Do you have fuel? Check the fuel
gauge; the low fuel indicator m ay
not be working. Are you using a properly coded
key? An improperly coded key will
cause the immobilizer system
indicator in the instrument panel
to blink rapidly (see page ).
In this case, the starter motor’s
speed sounds normal, or even faster
than normal, when you turn the
ignition switch to the START (III)
position, but the engine does not run.
Are you using the proper starting
procedure? Refer to on page .
Turn the ignition switch to the
START (III) position. If the
headlights do not dim, check the
condition of the fuses. If the fuses
areOK,thereisprobably
something wrong with the
electrical circuit for the ignition
switch or starter motor. You will
need a qualified technician to
determine the problem (see
on page ).
If the headlights dim noticeably or
go out when you try to start the
engine, either the battery is
discharged or the connections are
corroded. Check the condition of the
battery and terminal connections
(see page ). You can then try
jump starting the vehicle from a
booster battery (see page ). 59
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If theEngineWon’tStart
Emergency
Towing
T he Starter Operates Normally
Starting the
Engine
Emergency T owing
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
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