Modif ying your vehicle, or installing
some non-Honda accessories, can
make it unsaf e. Bef ore you make any
modif ications or add any accessories,
be sure to read the f ollowing
inf ormation.
Your dealer has Honda accessories
that allow you to personalize your
vehicle, or improve its perf ormance.
These accessories have been
designed and approved f or your
vehicle, and are covered by warranty.
Although 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.When properly installed, cellular
phones, alarms, two-way radios, and
low-powered audio systems should
not interf ere with your vehicle’s
computer controlled systems, such
as your airbags, anti-lock brakes, and
tire pressure monitoring system (if
equipped).Bef ore installing any accessory:
Make sure the accessory does not
obscure any lights, or interf ere
with proper vehicle operation or
perf ormance.
Be sure electronic accessories do
not overload electrical circuits
(see page ) or interf ere with
the proper operation of your
vehicle.
Bef ore installing any electronic
accessory, have the installer
contact your dealer for assistance.
If possible, have your dealer
inspect the f inal installation.
Do not install accessories on the
side pillars or across the rear
windows. Accessories installed in
theseareasmayinterferewith
proper operation of the side
curtain airbags. 342
A ccessories
A ccessories and Modif ications
Bef ore Driving
247
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.
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If you need to connect the battery to
a charger, disconnect both cables to
prevent damaging your vehicle’s
electrical system. Always disconnect
the negative ( ) cable first, and
reconnect it last.
If additional battery maintenance is
needed, see your dealer or a
qualif ied technician.
Battery posts,
terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected, or goes dead, the
audio system will disable itself . The
nexttimeyouturnontheradio,you
may see ‘‘ENTER CODE’’ in the
f requency display. Use the preset
buttons to enter the code (see page
).
The navigation system will also
disableitself.Thenexttimeyouturn
on the ignition switch, the system
will require you to enter a PIN
bef ore it can be used. Ref er to the
navigation system manual. If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected, or goes dead, the time
setting will be reset to 1:00. To set
the time again, f ollow the setting
procedure (see page ). 206
207
On vehicles with navigation system
On vehicles without navigation system
WARNING:
Wash your hands af ter handling.
Checking the Battery
Maint enance
323
The battery gives off explosive
hydrogen gas during normal
operation.
A spark or flame can cause the
battery to explode with enough
force to kill or seriously hurt you.
Wear protective clothing and a
face shield, or have a skilled
technician do the battery
maintenance.
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Although this seems like a simple
procedure, you should take several
precautions.To jump start your vehicle:
The numbers in the illustrations
show you the order to connect the
jumper cables.
Turn of f all the electrical
accessories: heater, A/C, audio
system, lights, etc. Put the
transmission in neutral (manual)
or Park (automatic), and set the
parking brake. Open the hood, and check the
physical condition of the battery.
In very cold weather, check the
condition of the electrolyte. If it
seems slushy or f rozen, do not try
jump starting until it thaws.
You cannot start a vehicle with an
automatic transmission by pushing
or pulling it. 1.
2.
Jump Starting
334
Except Si
BOOSTER BATTERY
A battery can explode if you do
not follow the correct procedure,
seriously injuring anyone
nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames,
and smoking materials away
from the battery. If a battery sits in extreme cold, the
electrolyte inside can f reeze.
Attempting to jump start with a f rozen
battery can cause it to rupture.
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When the audio system is disabled,
the clock setting in the audio system
will be canceled. You will need to
reset the clock (see page ). If the radio f use is removed, the
audio system may disable itself . The
nexttimeyouturnontheradio,you
will see ‘‘ENTER CODE’’ in the
f requency display. Use the preset
buttons to enter the five-digit code
(see page ).
If the replacement fuse of the
same rating blows in a short time,
there is probably a serious
electrical problem with your
vehicle. Leave the blown fuse in
that circuit, and have your vehicle
checked by a qualif ied technician.
6.
206
207
Fuses
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
345
Replacing a f use with one that has a
higher rating greatly increases the
chances of damaging the electrical
system. If you do not have a
replacement f use with the proper rating
f or the circuit, install one with a lower
rating.
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No.
No. Circuits Protected Circuits Protected
Amps. Amps.
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
1
2
3 Main Fuse
EPS
Option Main
Ignition Switch Main
ABS/VSA Motor
ABS/VSA F/S Headlight Main
Power Window Main
Not Used
Sub Fan Motor
Main Fan Motor (M/T)
Main Fan Motor (A/T)
Rear Defogger
Blower
Hazard
FI Sub
Stop and Horn
Not Used
Not Used
IGPS Oil Level
Not Used
Audio Amp
IG Coil
FI Main
MG Clutch
DBW
Interior Light
Back Up
100 A
(70 A) 60 A
50 A
30 A
30 A
40 A 50 A
40 A
20 A
20 A
30 A
30 A
40 A
10 A
15 A
15 A
7.5 A
(15 A) 15 A
15 A
7.5 A 15 A
7.5 A 10 A
1:
2: If equipped
On models with VSA system
1 1
2
Fuse Locations
346
UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX
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CONT INUED
...
Accessories and Modif ications . 247
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .......................................
Position) .80
.............
Accessory Power Socket . 108
..................
Active Head Restraints . 96
....................
Additives, Engine Oil . 291
...............................
Airbag (SRS) .9, 21
...
Airbags, Additional Information . 21
...
Additional Safety Precautions . 32
..........
AdvancedAirbagSystem . 26
.............................
Airbag Service .31
How the Passenger Airbag Of f ......................
Indicator Works .30
How the Side Airbag Of f ......................
Indicator Works .30
..
How the SRS Indicator Works . 29
How Your Front Airbags .........................................
Work .24
...
How Your Side Airbags Work . 27
How Your Side Curtain Airbags .........................................
Work .29
........................
SRS Components .21
..............
Air Conditioning System . 110
.......................
Air Pressure, Tires .315 ......................................
Antif reeze .294
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...............................
Indicator .60, 266
...................................
Operation .266
..............
Anti-thef t, Audio System . 206
Anti-thef t Steering Column ..............................................
Lock .80
............................................
Armrest .97
................................
Audio System .114
.....
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 83
.........................
Auto Door Locking .83
.....................
Auto Door Unlocking .85
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 19
.............
Automatic Speed Control . 209
..............
Automatic Transmission . 260
..........................
Capacity, Fluid .355
...............
Checking Fluid Level . 298
.......................................
Shif ting .260
Shif t Lever Position ...............................
Indicators .260
................
Shif t Lever Positions . 261
....................
Shif t Lock Release . 263
......................
Auxiliary Input Jack .205 Battery
Charging System ...........................
Indicator .65, 339
............................
Jump Starting .334
..............................
Maintenance .322
............................
Specif ications .356
..............................
Bef ore Driving .237
....................................
Belts,Seat .8,18
.........................
Beverage Holders .108
........
HandsFreeLink. 212
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 266
.............
Break-in, New Linings . 238
....................
Bulb Replacement .305
...........................................
Fluid .300
.................
Pad Wear Indicators . 265
.......................................
Parking .105
.................
System Indicator . 59,341
.............................
Braking System .265
.................
Break-in, New Vehicle . 238
..
Brightness Control, Instruments . 75Bluetooth
Index
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INDEX
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Saf ety Belts .8, 18
.........
Safety Defects, Reporting . 372
.................................
Saf ety Features .7
...........................................
Airbags .9
.......................................
Seat Belts .8
.............
Saf ety Labels, Location of . 52
..............................
Saf ety Messages .iii
.....................................
Seat Belts .8, 18
...............
Additional Information . 18
Automatic Seat Belt ...............................
Tensioners .19
................
Lap/Shoulder Belt . 14,19
........................
Maintenance .20, 309
Reminder Light and ................................
Beeper .18, 59
...................
Radiator Overheating . 337
.............
Radio/CD Sound System . 115
Radio/CD/PC Card Sound ........................................
System .149
...........................
Readiness Codes .340
Rear Lights, Bulb .......................
Replacement .305-307
..........................
Rear Seat, Folding .97
..........................
Rear View Mirror .103
.................
Rear Window Def ogger . 76
...............
Reclining the Seat Backs . 93
.......
Recommended Shif t Speeds . 258
.............................
Reminder Lights .59
................
Remote Audio Controls . 204
.......................
Remote Transmitter .90
Replacement Inf ormation ..............
Dust and Pollen Filter . 310
................
Engine Oil and Filter . 292
..........................................
Fuses .342
................................
Light Bulbs .302
................
Maintenance Minder . 281
...........................................
Tires .319
.............................
Wiper Blades .311 Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a
............................................
Crash .20
..........
Reporting Saf ety Def ects . 372
Reserve Tank, Engine ...............................
Coolant .243, 294
...............................
Restraint, Child .33
..................
Reverse Gear Position . 261
................................
Rotation, Tire .318
..............
Panel Brightness Control . 75
........................
Park Gear Position .261
...........................................
Parking .264
...............................
Parking Brake .105
Parking Brake and Brake .................
System Indicator . 59,341
.................................
Parking Lights .73
..
Parking Over Things that Burn . 365
.............................
PGM-FI System .364
........................
Playing a Disc .125, 162
.........................
Playing a PC Card .171
..................
Playing the Radio . 116,149
.........
Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 16
.........
Protecting Adults and Teens . 11
...
Additional Safety Precautions . 17
.....
Advice f or Pregnant Women . 16
........................
Protecting Children .33
.....................
General Guidelines .33
...........................
Protecting Inf ants .38
...........
Protecting Larger Children . 47
.............
Protecting Small Children . 39
Index
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