
Air conditioning places an extra load
on the engine. Watch the engine
coolant temperatu re gauge (see page
). If it moves near the red zone,
turn of f the A/C until the gauge
reading returns to normal. Press the A/C button; the manual
operation A/C screen will appear.
Select the ON icon on the display.
Select the desired temperature
and MODE selections. If the
outside air is humid, select the
Recirculation mode. If the outside
air is dry, select Fresh Air mode.
you can
cool it down more rapidly by partially
opening the windows, turning on the
A/C, and setting the fan to
maximum speed in f resh air mode.
Press the A/C button, the manual
operation of A/C screen will
appear.
Select the desired mode and f an
speed icons on the display.
Adjustforwarmthwiththe
temperature buttons ( or ). To cool the interior with MAX A/C:
Set the f an to the desired speed.
Select the MAX A/C mode.
The system automatically turns on
the A/C, selects and
switches to Recirculation mode.
Make sure the temperature
control dial is all the way to the left.
The heater uses engine coolant to
warm the air. If the engine is cold, it
will be several minutes bef ore you
f eel warm air coming f rom the
system.
Select .
When you select , the system
automatically switches to the fresh
air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed.
Adjust the warmth of the air with
the temperature control dial. Turn on the A/C by pressing the
A/C button.
Make sure the temperature
control is set to maximum cool.
Select .
If the outside air is humid, select
Recirculation mode. If the outside
air is dry, select Fresh Air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed.
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system EX-L and EX-V6 with navigation system
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Using the Heater
Using the A /C
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Air conditioning, as it cools, removes
moisture from the air. When used in
combination with the heater, it
makes the interior warm and dry.To remove f og f rom the inside of the
windows:
When you switch to , f rom
or mode, the A/C
stays on whether the indicator is on
or of f . This helps prevent the
windows f rom rapidly f ogging up
when the air is suddenly routed away
f rom the windshield. If you want to
turn the A/C of f , press and release
the A/C button until the indicator in
thebuttoncomesonandthengoes
of f .
Set the f an to the desired speed, or
high f or f aster def rosting.
Select . The system
automatically switches to f resh air
mode and turns on the A/C. The
A/C indicator will not come on if it
was previously off.
Adjust the temperature so the
airflow feels warm.
Select to help clear the
rear window.
To increase airf low to the
windshield, close the corner vents.
Turn the fan on.
If the A/C is of f , turn it on.
Select and fresh air mode.
Adjust the temperature to your
pref erence.
This setting is suitable f or all driving
conditions whenever the outside
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Without navigation system:With navigation system:
For Vehicles with navigation system
EX-L and EX-V6Set the
desired temperature by turning
the Temperature Control dial. You
will see AUTO in the system’s
display. Press the AUTO button.
Set the
desired temperature by pressing
the to raise the temperature or to lower the temperature. The
selected temperature will show in
the upper display.
The automatic climate control
system adjusts the f an speed and
airflow levels to maintain the interior
temperature you select.
In the AUTO mode, the vehicle’s
interior temperature is
independently regulated f or the
driver and passenger. If the driver’s
side of the vehicle is getting too
much sun, the system will adjust to a
lower temperature.
Select . The system
automatically switches to f resh air
mode and turns on the A/C. The
A/C indicator does not come on if
it was previously off.
Select .
Set the f an and temperature
controls to maximum level.
To clear the windows f aster, you can
close the dashboard corner vents by
rotating the wheel below each vent.
This sends more warm air to the
windshield def roster vents. Once the
windshield is clear, select f resh air
mode to avoid f ogging the windows.
For your saf ety, make sure you have
a clear view through all the windows
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Automatic Climate Control
T o Remove Exterior Frost or Ice
From the Windows
Features
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Turning the fan speed control dial all
the way to the left shuts the system
off. When the climate control system is
turned off, the temperature in the
upper display will also turn off.
To
keep stale air and mustiness
from collecting, you should have
the fan running at all times.
Keep
the system off for short
periods only.
If
you press OFF, the climate control
system shuts off.
Press
the OFF button. However, a
lack of airflow can cause the
windowsto fogup.Youshouldkeep
the fan on at all times so stale air and
moisture do not build up in the
interior and cause fogging.
You
can manually select various
functions of the automatic climate
controlsystemwhenitisinAUTO.
All other features remain
automati cally controlled.
Making any manual selection causes
thewordAUTOinthedisplaytogo
out.
If you press the A/C button next to
the display, the manual selections
will show in the display. Making any
manual selection causes the
indicator in the AUTO button to turn
off.
The
system automatically selects the
proper mix of conditioned and/or
heated air to raise or lower the
interior temperature to the
temperature you selected.
If you set the temperature to its
lowest limit (Lo), or its highest limit
(Hi), the system runs at full cooling
or heating only. It does not regulate
the interior temperature.
In cold weather, the fan will not
come on automatically until the
heater starts to develop warm air.
When
the indicator in the Dual button is on,
the driver’s side and passenger’s side
temperature can be controlled
independently (see page ). 111
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EX-L and EX-V6 with navigation system
Vents, Heating, and A/C
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Manual Operation
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Before installing any accesso ry:
Make sure the accessory does not
obscure any lights, or interfere
with proper vehicle operation or
performance.
Be sure electronic accessories do
not overload electrical circuits
(see page ) or interfere with
proper operation.
When properly installed, cellular
phones, alarms, two-way radios, and
low-powered audio systems should
not interfere with your vehicle’s
computer controlled systems, such
as your airbags and anti-lock brakes.
Modifying
your vehicle, or installing
some non-Honda accessories, can
make your vehicle unsafe. Before
you make any modifi cations or add
anyaccessories,besuretoreadthe
following information.
Your dealer has Honda accessories
that allow you to personalize your
vehicle. These accessories have
been designed and approved for your
vehicl e, and are covered by warranty. Before installing any electronic
accessory, have the insta ller
contact your dealer for assistance.
If possible, have your dealer
insp ect the final installation.
Do not install accessories on the
side pillars or across the rear
windows. In these areas,
accessories may interfere with
proper operation of the side
cu rtain airbags.
Al
though non-Honda accessories
may f it on your vehicle, they may not
meet f actory specif ications, and
could adversely af f ect your vehicle’s
handling and stability (see next page
f or additional inf ormation). 257
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A ccessories and Modif ications
162
Improper accessories or
modifications can affect your
vehicle’s handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a
crash in which you can be hurt
or killed.
Follow all instructions in this
owner’s manual regarding
accessories and modifications.

Youshoulddothefollowingchecks
and adjustmen ts before you drive
your vehicle.
Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove frost, snow,
or ice.
Make sure the doors are securely
closed and locked.
Fasten your seat belt. Check that
your passengers have fastened
their seat belts (see page ).
Check
the steering wheel
ad justment (see page ).
Check that the hood is fully closed.
Ch eck that the trunk is fully
closed.
Vi sually check the tires. If a tire
looks low, use a gauge to check its
pressure.
Check that any items you may be
carrying are stored properly or
fastened down securely. Check
the seat adjustment (see
pages to ).
Check the adjustment of the
inside and outside mirrors (see
pages and ). When
you start the engine, check
the gauges and indicato rs in the
instrument panel (see pages to
).
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Preparing to Drive
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Always use the parking brake when
you park your vehicle. Make sure
the parking brake is set f irmly, or
your vehicle may roll if it is parked
on an incline.
If your vehicle has an automatic
transmission, set the parking brake
bef ore you put the transmission in
Park. This keeps the vehicle f rom
moving and putting pressure on the
parking mechanism in the
transmission.Make sure the moonroof (if
equipped) and the windows are
closed.
Turn of f the lights.
Place any packages, valuables, etc.,
in the trunk or take them with you.
Lockthedoorswiththekeyorthe
remote transmitter.
If your vehicle has a manual
transmission, put it in f irst gear. Make sure the parking brake is
f ully released bef ore driving away.
Driving with the parking brake
damage the rear brakes. the front wheels away from the
If the vehicle is f acing downhill,
turn the front wheels toward the
Never park over dry leaves, tall
grass, or other f lammable
materials. The hot three way
catalytic converter could cause
these materials to catch on fire. Check the indicator on the
instrument panel to verif y that the
security system is set.
U.S. EX, EX-L, and 6-cylinder models Canadian SE, EX-L, and 6-cylindermodels
Parking T ips
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curb and set the parking brake.
If your vehicle has a manual If the vehicle is f acing uphill, turn
transmission, put it in f irst gear.
transmission, put it in reverse gear
partially set can overheat or curb and set the parking brake.
If your vehicle has a manual

Check the condition of the battery
monthlybylookingatthetest
indicator window. The label on the
battery explains the test indicato r’s
colors. Check
the terminals for corrosion (a
white or yellowish powder). To
remove it, cover the terminals with a
solution of baking soda and water. It
will bubble up and turn brown. When
this stops, wash it off with plain
water. Dry off the battery with a
cloth or paper towel. Coat the
terminals with grease to help prevent
future corrosion. Battery
posts,
terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds.
If you need to connect the battery to
a charger, disconnect both cables to
prevent damaging your vehic le’s
electrical system. Always disconnect
the negative ( ) cable first, and
reconnect it last.
If
additional battery maintenance is
needed, see your dealer or a
qualified mechanic.
If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected, or goes dead, the time
setting is lost. To reset the time, see
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WARNING:
Wash your hands af ter handling.
Checking the Battery
Maint enance
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V6 models
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