2006 HONDA ELEMENT clock

Look f or any obvious coolant leaks,
such as a split radiator hose.
Everything is still extremely hot,
so use caution. If you f ind a leak, it
must be repaired bef ore you
continue driving (seeon page ).
If you don’t f ind an obvious leak,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank (see page ). Using gloves or a large heavy
cloth, turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without pushing
down, to the f irst stop. Af ter the
pressure releases, push down on
the cap, and turn it until it comes
off. Put the radiator cap back on
tightly. Run the engine, and watch
the temperature gauge. If it goes
back to the red mark, the engine
needs repair (see
on page ).
If the temperature stays normal,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. If it has
gone down, add coolant to the
MAX mark. Put the cap back on
tightly.
If there was no coolant in the
reserve tank, you may need to add
coolant to the radiator. Let the
engine cool down until the pointer
reaches the middle of the
temperature gauge or lower
bef ore checking the radiator. Start the engine, and set the
temperature control dial to
maximum heat. Add coolant to the
radiator up to the base of the f iller
neck. If you do not have the
proper coolant mixture available,
you can add plain water.
Remember to have the cooling
system drained and ref illed with
the proper mixture as soon as you
can.
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11. 10.
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Towing
Emergency
Towing
If theEngineOverheats
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Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.

Turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK (0) position. Make sure the
headlights and all other
accessories are of f .
If something electrical in your
vehicle stops working, check f or a
blown f use f irst. Determine f rom the
chart on pages and , or the
diagram on the f use box lid, which
f use or f uses control that device.
Check those f uses f irst, but check all
the f uses bef ore deciding that a
blown f use is the cause. Replace any
blown f uses, and check if the device
works.
The interior f use box is underneath
the steering column. To remove the
f use box lid, turn the knobs
counterclockwise and pull the lid out
of its hinges.
The vehicle’s f uses are located in
two f use boxes. The under-hood f use
box is located in the engine
compartment on the driver’s side. To
open it, push the tabs as shown.
Remove the cover f rom the f use
box.
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2. 215 216
Checking and Replacing Fuses
Fuses
212
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UNDER-HOOD
INTERIOR
KNOBS

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Capacities Chart .222
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard .47
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Carrying Cargo .132
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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 . 139
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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 . 140
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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 .128
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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 . 120
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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 .93
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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 .128
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Directional Signals .62
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 149
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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 .141
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Driver and Passenger Safety . 7
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Driving .137
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Economy .129
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Driving Guidelines .138
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 185
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Protecting Adults and Teens .12
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Additional Safety Precautions .19
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Advice f or Pregnant Women .18
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Protecting Children .30
Protecting Inf ants and Small .......................................
Children .35
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Protecting Larger Children .44
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Using Booster Seat .45
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Radiator Overheating .207
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Radio/CD Sound System .94
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Readiness Codes .230
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Rear Doors .70
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Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement .182
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Rear Seat Access .75
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Rear Seat, Folding .77
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Rear View Mirror .82
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Rear Window Def ogger .63
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Rear Window Wiper and Washer .61
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Reclining the Seat-Backs .73
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Recommended Shif t Speeds .142
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Reminder Lights .53
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Removing the Rear Seats .79
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Remote Transmitter .67Replacement Inf ormation
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Dust and Pollen Filter .185
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Engine Oil and Filter .171
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Fuses .212
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Light Bulbs .179
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Schedule .165
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Tires .187
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Wiper Blades .186
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a ............................................
Crash .21
Reserve Tank, Engine ...............................
Coolant .128,173
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Restraint, Child .30
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Reverse Gear Position .144
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Roof Rack .134
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Rotation, Tire .190
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Saf ety Belts .10,20
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Safety Defects, Reporting .236
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Saf ety Features .9
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Airbags .11
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Seat Belts .10
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Saf ety Labels, Location of .48
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Saf ety Messages . ii................................
Satellite Radio .100
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Seat Belts .10,20
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Additional Information .20
Automatic Seat Belt
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Tensioners .21
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Lap/Shoulder Belt .15,20
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Maintenance .21
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Reminder Light .20,54
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System Components .20
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Use During Pregnancy .18
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Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt .15
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Seats, Adjusting the .73
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Serial Number .220
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Service Intervals .165
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Service Manual .237
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Service Station Procedure .126
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Setting the Clock .117
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Shif t Lever Position Indicator .143
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Shif t Lock Release .146
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Side Airbags .26
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Of f Indicator .28
Side Marker Lights, Bulb ..............................
Replacement .181
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Signaling Turns .62
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Skylight .83
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Snow Tires .191
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